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I was scouting for a November hunt in 36A with my dad 2 years ago and I found a body, right off the Batamote road about 7-8 miles from Arivaca road. I would guess it was about 2 weeks old. I never got closer than about 40-50 feet once I knew what it was. It looked about like what a hot dog looks like when you forget to take it off the grill and it cooks for an hour. I called the Pima county sheriff's office and gave them the GPS coordinates. The Sheriff's Deputy called me that evening and said they found the body and that it looked like a UDA that got dehydrated and died. He gave me the case number. I called a few months later asking about the case and they said it was "classified" and that I would have to request a copy of the report in person. I can still see the image in my mind to this day. I hope I never find anything like that again.

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Unfortunately it is starting to look like what Sycamore has turned into. I went into that area to shoot this morning for the first time in about a year and couldn't believe how bad it has gotten. I can't believe people think it's okay to take trash somewhere, shoot it up and then leave it.

I wonder how many people checked their join date after reading this post. I'm going to check mine right now

Dennis- Didn't you draw a 22 late tag??? If so then that might be a factor for you or most people to consider passing on this buck. Me personally, If I had that guy in bow range I would eat that late tag. Good luck with your hunts.

That's a wall to be proud of Mike, not to mention that most of it was done with archery gear. The mounts look great. I hope to have a wall like that in my house someday.

This topic comes up a few times every year. Most people, myself included, will tell you to carry a sidearm, don't go alone, and use common sense. I have hunted a lot down there mostly in 36B and most years I don't see any illegals and I have never had any problems. Having said that, I don't think I will take my kids down there until after they have a few years of hunting under their belt.

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If you have the "I didn't draw blues" and are looking to spend your refund money then I have a solution for you. I have my clubs listed on craigslist. Here is a link to the post and a few pictures: http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/spo/1291762498.html

haha, that's why i stay on the green stuff. you're not supposed to hit it in the water Mike!!!

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I feel for you Gino, I really do. That's why I always put choices 3-5 for an early 36 hunt so that I know I will get a tag. It would feel like torture to not have a tag even for one year. Hopefully, with all the BP's you can get a sweet Dec. tag next year. As much as you guys are always helping others out, you deserve it.

Couple buddys of mine drew that same tag and you can bet your last buck I'll be there with them. I am more stoked about there tag than my own. Congrats Jake I was just trying to stir the pot.....I didn't draw it. But my brother did and HOLY CRAP are we excited! But not nearly as excited as I am for myself drawing a Dec tag in another unit!!!!! Congrats Jake!!! December tags don't come around too often for most of us. Good luck on your hunt.

I drew my 2nd choice, 36C October. My dad and bro in law also drew the same tag. I already know where I will be opening morning WAY before sun up, can't wait. Congrats to those that drew tags, my condolences to those who did not.

Oct. 36C for me, dad, and bro in law.

This thread has about 6ooo hits over the last 2 1/2 days. I think I'm responsible for about 80 of them .

That is very cool and even cooler that your daughter was there to experience it with you.

Ouch!!! That was a great buck and great footage. Maybe you can find him this year and he'll be bigger.

I think it's hilarious that this thread is getting over a thousand hits a day and the results aren't even out yet. I broke down and have called about a hundred times now. I can't wait until I log on and see a 20 page thread about what you were drawn for and the threads only a few hours old. That's when it becomes official that they are out .

The avatar looks good TJ!!!

4 adults, assuming it is 2 couples. It is a one bedroom so there is a bed in the room and in the living room/area there is a couch with a hide-away bed.

This is the year for my timeshare. Unfortunately I have spent most of this year unemployed and just can't go. I have already paid the maintenance fees but I have not booked it. If anybody is interested there are a few options as far as where and since it hasn't been booked yet there is flexibility on the date also.....no blackouts just depends on availability. Here is a link to their resort listings: http://www.ilxresorts.com/resort In 2007 I posted it here and Kelbro used it in San Carlos, Mexico. Here are a few pictures of the San Carlos resort I believe I have thru February of next year to use it so talk to your significant other and make plans. The sooner I make the reservation the more likely that the date you want is available. Personally, I think October in San Carlos is very hard to beat.....cooler weather, water is still warm and jellies are gone. I'm asking $500 for the 7 nights. Price is firm as it leaves me quite a bit short on what maintenance fees cost me. I prefer the $$$ but I am open to trade offers also.

My heart goes out to you and your family in this difficult time. You are all in my prayers. Daryl Swain

Congratulations!!! That's a great accomplishment.

What happens when you are driving down the freeway going the speed limit minding your own business and it snaps your picture??? How do you fight it if you get a ticket in the mail saying you were speeding???? Yesterday at about 6:30 AM I was driving westbound on the 60 just east of Ellsworth going 67 mph with my cruise control on. There were no other cars around me and the Highway Patrol Ford Escape on the side of the freeway snaps my picture. I know my speedometer is working correctly and the speed limit there is 65. If I get a ticket in the mail saying I was going at least 11 mph over how could I prove I was only going 67???? I hate these cameras. Money is the only reason they are there. It has absolutely NOTHING to do with safety like they try to make you believe.