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I saw two lions in the 90’s, none for many years, then saw 4 in 3 different units in a year and a half span very recently. These recommendations cut tags in a handful of units where the quota is already filled.

It’s a long story, but he’s not. I only had a little SIG P365XL on me, and that made it a little more challenging, but yeah, that was his last day alive. At that point the damage to my spot was already done, which I verified with about a dozen more trips in there over the next 4 months. It’s such a shame too, cause I was watching some studs and my dad and I drew the October tag.

I’ll take the other one. PM incoming.

In all seriousness I did see 3 rattlesnakes last September and October in an area where I had seen zero in the previous 30 years. Also, in that same area I had my deer hunt messed up by a mountain lion. Had some really great bucks I was watching all Spring and then the first day I started my late Summer/early Fall scouting I ran into a tank of a mountain lion. Never did find those deer again. Pretty sure they are lion poop now. No reason to waste your time here in AZ

Someone is getting basically brand new Swaros in that deal. At $1900 is a smoking deal.

CWT always delivers some good entertainment while I’m bored at work. This was one of the more entertaining threads in a while 😂 On a more serious note, two of my boys drew the 23 youth hunt in October. Absolutely pumped for them. Haven’t decided yet if I’m going to focus more on A or B

I’m 0 for 2 on my last two deer tags, but each of those years two of my sons have killed their first deer. I wouldn’t have it any other way. No elk tag for me this year, but we have two youth tags coming. I’m more excited than if I had my own tag.

Had two of my boys on same app for youth elk and they just got hit. They had 4 and 6 bonus points, so an average of 5.

You were off by 1 year 😂

I can confirm that as false as I was able to put my son in for the draw for deer when he was 9, turning 10 in mid July. As someone else mentioned, you cannot buy them a bonus point before they turn 10, but you can apply for a tag at 9 as long as they’ll be 10 before the hunt. Luckily you still have time to get him in for the elk draw.

Congratulations on a great hunt and thank you for sharing the story and pictures with us.

I was able to get out a few weeks ago and check out a new area I’ve had my eyes on. I almost never find sheds, so this was a nice treat. I glassed up this shed at 700 yards away first thing in the morning. I noted the spot and continued to glass as I didn’t want to waste the prime glassing hours. Late morning I went over and picked up the shed, and just on the other side of the bushes was the match. Big or small, finding sheds always gets me excited, especially if I can find the match. Sorry for the sideways pics. I’d fix it if I knew how 🤦🏼‍♂️

Jay Scott has this buck up on his instagram story right now for whoever is curious and wants to see it.

That’s pretty much the only reason I have social media still 🤣

Congratulations to you and Levi! Great write up and thanks for taking us along with you!

I’m glad it got sorted out and fixed quickly. Definitely not the kind of stuff I want my kids seeing online. On that same note though, I know you have a lot of nice rifles and I think a “Rate My Rifle” thread would be a good one.

Hunts with family are the best! Congratulations! My vote is for a shoulder mount.

I sent this to a friend who may be interested if you’re in the Mesa area.

Just got my mountain lion skull back and Adam did a great job. It looks awesome in my living room. Not sure why it’s sideways🤷🏼‍♂️

I’ve had two of my kids do the fully online course since it has become available and it is a great option. If they really dedicate themselves they can do it all in a few days.

My 12 year old son has the 22 youth hunt. His first deer tag. We’ll be going to the youth camp at Roosevelt Lake. My #1 goal is for him to have a great time.

This adapter also works for the ATC/STC spotters. I’d buy if you were willing to ship. Great price!

Man, really wish I was in the market for these. It was a great deal even at $1,100. GLWS.

Upside down pics are better than no pics 😉 Thanks for sharing them with us!

I imagine if they were caught up in illegal activity then the police would have more to go on. I’m sure they’ve been through their phones and social media accounts. That makes it even more disturbing if it was either random or they stumbled onto something bad going on. We have some rifle tags in that area, definitely going to be vigilant and aware of what’s going on around us.