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Unless the rules have changed, outfitters hunting on NF land in Colorado are limited in number per unit and also where they may set up their base camps. We ran two base camps -- one there north of Hermosa and the other farther east and north of Vallecito Lake in the Weminuche Wilderness Area.

Well, it's definitely rugged country, but there are plenty of more gentle ridges, valleys and meadows to go around. Depending on your finances, one thing you might look into is having a packer haul you and your gear in a few miles by horse. Just be sure you pick a place where you can walk to potable water. It sure would get you away from the crowds and make packing out an elk or two easier.

Congrats. Well done.

Me too, but it would be much better if the default text color was black instead of gray.

The MED. set has been SOLD!

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HELLO………...anyone home???

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Yes, if there are no signs indicating a "no Camping" area, you can camp anywhere -- within reason, of course. The only limitation that might crop up is building an open fire when it's not safe to do so.

I was a licensed guide for that unit in the mid-1970s. Our main base camp was in the Hermosa Creek area, about a 3-hr. horseback ride from the main road thru the old Purgatory ski area (Durango Mt. Resort). Back then, the hunting for both elk and deer was pretty good. We usually had about a 90% shot opportunity and about a 50-60% success rate on both elk and deer. BUT...it's a popular area for the locals out of Durango and can get crowded unless you get away from the roads. You can also access the lower part of this area from Hermosa on the county road. There's a small campground there at the beginning of the Hermosa Creek Trail, which heads north thru a roadless area for more than 20 miles. Junction Creek is another decent but also popular area with the locals. It's probably a better area for deer, but quite a few elk live there as well. If you're camping, there's a nice campground about 6 miles out of Durango. Best advice: Get away from the roads and find the roughest terrain possible. P.S.: Part of that unit burned a few year ago, but I have no idea what part was affected.

This is a steal guys. It sold for well over $100 (like $139 or $149) new .

Geez, TJ, you must have ESP going. The very first time I used this tube was on a return visit to my old stomping grounds -- Vallecito Lake outside Durango. It was really fun trying to land a 10-lb. pike by towing it to the nearest shore. Fortunately, it was only about 30 yds. of paddling.

This is a current eBay listing for the tube at $149.99 + $12.99 for shipping. https://www.ebay.com/p/Browning-Fly-Fishing-Float-Tube-BT20/1703935255?iid=202693251907 The fins sell for anywhere from $25-$40 X 2 and the compressor was about $30. Basic value about $250.

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This rangefinder has never been used in the field. Although it's an older model without the ARC feature, It's virtually new. Comes with carrying case, original box and instructions. Credit cards accepted via PayPal (No PayPal acct. necessary, just an email address), send a money order or come by with $125 in cold cash. NOW ONLY $75. Shipping extra. Will consider REASONABLE offers, but no trades. This photo shows the actual item in RealTree for sale. The second is a catalogue photo in non-camo. Bushnell Yardage Pro Scout 20-0001 Take your best shot with confidence with help from a Bushnell 200001 Yardage Pro Scout Laser Rangefinder. Using advanced digital technology, Yardage Pro takes the guesswork out of measuring distances The Yardage Pro Scout with it`s unique pistol grip configuration, is the world`s smallest and most advanced laser rangefinder available today Measuring a mere 1.5`` x 4`` x 2.75`` and weighing only 6.8 oz. The Scout delivers superb range performance up to 700 yards at the touch of a button (10 yard minimum). Ideal for Bowhunters. Low Battery Indicator. Water-resistant Carrying case and strap included Accuracy +/- 1 yd 6x Magnification

This item is sold.

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This item is brand new with the tag still attached. Fits M to XL and comes complete WITH hydration pack for $75, now $50, shipping extra. Will consider reasonable offers but no trades. Credit cards accepted via PayPal (No PayPal acct. necessary, just an email address), send a money order or come by with cold cash. It sells for $90 online at Cabela's without the hyrdration pack. Cabela's Lite'N-Load™ Strap Vest No upland hunter is going to complain when a vest aims to Lite'N the load he has to carry in the field. Our new strap vest does just that, plus adds plenty of pockets and storage space. Padded straps and back pad make it comfortable, even after walking all day, while keeping the weight at a minimum. Waistbelt and sternum strap allow for a custom fit. Easy-access game bag has plenty of room for a limit of birds, plus two loops. Carabiner hook on the front for easily attaching transmitters. Hydration compatible; bladders sold separately. Sizes: M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL. Color: Tan/Blaze $89.99

This item is sold.

This is basically new. The rangefinder, neoprene cover, original box and instructions included. You can be the new proud owner for only $200. NOW ONLY $150. Credit cards accepted via PayPal (No PayPal acct. necessary, just an email address), send a money order or come by with cold cash. Will consider reasonable offers but no trades. Actual sale item: All the buttons work without taking out of the case. Catalogue photo: Laser Rangefinder using advanced digital technology takes the guesswork out of measuring distances. Bushnell Yardage Pro 1000 Laser Rangefinder 20-1000 delivers superbrange performance to targets from 20 to 1500 yards away at the touch of abutton. The Bushnell Yardage Pro range finder is accurate to within one yard even if you are measuring in rain, snow or through foreground clutter like brush and branches. Special Features of Bushnell Yardage Pro 1000 laser-rangefinder: Built-In Tripod Mount 20-1500 Yd. Form-fitting Neoprene Case Longest Range Performance Water-Resistant This rangefinder gives distance measurements in yards and meters Specifications of Bushnell Yardage Pro 1000 Range Finder 20-1000: Magnification: 6x Type: Class I Eye-safe Size (in / mm): 2-1/4x5x4-3/4; 57x127x121 Weight (oz / g): 13.5/383 Battery type: 9 Volt Great for: Varmint Hunting, Boating, Golf Flag: 20-350 yards Reflective: 20-1500 yards Tree: 20-1000 yards Deer: 20-500 yards

This item is sold.

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