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She almost got a really good chance at a big bull this morning! A bull was following some cows and stopped right before he got in her lane. She ranged the cows at 35 yards but the bull never followed. Elk are finally starting to rut a bit harder. More bugles today than on her whole hunt.

Not much to add from what's already been said. She has been fighting a cold while going after the bulls. To say the bugling has been spotty is pretty accurate. Not only from area to area, but day to day. Some areas of the forest have been closed off and they seem to be holding a pretty vocal bunch of elk. She's been up and down mountains and canyons and she passed on a few bulls. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that she gets a break. I spoke with TJ this morning and he's heading up to her camp as we speak. Hopefully he brings in a little luck. Go get em guys!

dang straight! Great write up and even better finish! Talk about sealing the deal at the last minute! Big time congratulations! Ya done good.

This is a great deal. Good luck with the sale. How did you like the Z? (I just ordered one)

Dang! That's some sexy stone! Good luck with the pistol sale too BTW.

Great job Nate! Nice to see you around.

Welcome to the best hunting site in AZ!

Awesome job! I too can't say enough great things about Matthew and Ernesto down in Yuma. Hunting with good friends always makes for a memorable and rewarding hunt. Congrats on your first!

Congratulations Jody! Stud bull right there!

That looks GREAT! I love bleu on my burgers! (& beer)

Congrats to your Dad. The smiles say it all.

If anyone has issues with the way things are being handled as far as what is legal/illegal in Arizona, I suggest them getting involved with the powers that be in order to change things in the state. Speak with the AZGFD Commission and get things moving in the direction you think is best. Donnie, you have a good rifle tag in 10. If you change your mind about going, there are organizations I urge you to look at for possibly donating your tag/s. they can make a kids dream come true and really make a positive out of your dilemma. It's been quiet out there for some. I think the hunt was a bit early this year. The rut should be kicking in hard after the archery hunt is over. The early rifle guys are going to have fun.

Amanda is out on her archery hunt at the moment. I don't believe she has access to the forum so if the original poster wants this thread deleted, then he needs to get in touch with another moderator. Keep in mind, some are out on hunts as well. Also keep in mind that another thread discussing the same topic can be started afterwards.

That's what life iws all about right there TJ. You will cherish these moments for the rest of your life and good on you for appreciating your best friends while they are still here with us.

Awesome Kade! Now you can carry that pic in your wallet too!

STUD buck. Congrats to your uncle Younghunter.

Dark antlers with ivory tips are my absolute fav.

Sweet buck and nice looking mount.

Awesome! Good luck and bring back some Booner speed goats! One is definitely on my bucket list. This is one sweet deal.

Can't wait to see the results. Several members with some great tags! Best of luck to all of you and take lots of pics for us.

To anyone considering these, they are great glass. Nice and light and good FOV even though they are compact. Crystal clear and I contemplated buying a pair a while back as I took a very hard look at these.

Welcome and thanks for supporting the site! Some nice mounts as others have said.

Wow Kathi! Much congratulations to you! Looks like not drawing any tags didn't work out so bad! LOL! I bet that wait after the shot must have been brutal. Great buck.

Must be a shortage of lawn chairs in Mexico right now.

http://kuiu.com/ I just ordered a bunch of stuff from KUIU online. They are having a little sale at the moment and this is just a "pre-heads-up" as it will be advertised Wed. I really like the pattern although I have been wearing less camo lately while rifle hunting. Good quality products as this is the new company started by Sitka founder Jason Hairston.