Last Minute Guide - AZ Strip

azdave48 · Nov 16, 2004

OK... I tried it my way and came up empty. My 13A tag will be worthless soon and who knows when I'll get to hunt the strip again. Sooooooo, I am now looking for a last minute guide that will assist me this last weekend. Since this is short notice and we are working on a last minute basis I am appealing to this audience for help in hooking me up with someone to help me find a big'un. Probably best if the guide has been working the unit this year.

Not sure how to link my email or phone # to this post but leave one for me and I'll call/mail ASAP.

Thanks!

Dave

AZ402 · Nov 16, 2004

Wish I would have known earlier......

fin little · Nov 17, 2004

Try Alvy Johnson of Johnson Brothers Guide Service. Seen him in town yesterday . Maybe he's available. 928-643-7622 . He knows that unit as well as anybody.

azdave48 · Nov 17, 2004

Thanks for the quick replies!!! Keep 'em coming please. I left a message with Johnson Bros.

Kinda feel stupid about the last minute deal but I came back from my hunt and a check was in the mailbox that I was not expecting, hence, I am now in the market to hire somebody that I previously had no means to do

Bura Nut · Nov 17, 2004

Call Chris Denham 480-857-3057.....he will know if Steve Stayner or someone is available. Hope you find someone...... Thanks, Allen Taylor......

30inchbucks · Nov 17, 2004

LAST EDITED ON Nov-17-04 AT 10:23AM (MST)[p]azdave48,
If you have trouble getting the Johnson Bros. to help you, you might want to try Brec Bundy. I don't know his personal number because it is unlisted but you can find out from his parents Roger or Cindy at 435-673-2918 how to get a hold of him or if he is busy guiding someone. He spends more time out on the strip than anybody I know besides myself, and he is a great guy.

fin little · Nov 17, 2004

30inchbucks, I'm out the door headed to 9. Send you a big bull pic when I get back. Positive thinking !

30inchbucks · Nov 17, 2004

fin little, sweeeeeeeeet! I'm jealous. Good luck! Hope you get a monster! My uncle should be down there too but I have to work. Be safe.

slamdunk · Nov 17, 2004

I have Steve & Ralph Stayners numbers. They know the strip like it was their own backyard.
Steve's cell# 602-549-0844
Ralph's cell# 602-738-4612.
You can also leave an email at www.sageantlers.com
Good luck!

66bigbulls · Nov 17, 2004

I would suggest calling Clay Bundy at 435-680-2991. They had several hunters on the strip this year and took 4 bucks all over 190. They know the country as well as anyone and are great guys to hunt with.

motohunter · Nov 18, 2004

I just returned last night from 13A and Brady Dupke guided a friend of mine to a 212 buck 32 1/2 inch. You might call him as he is home now and knows the strip as well as just about anyone. 480-963-5902

AZBuckSnort · Nov 18, 2004

Call Dale & Jean Weinhold today 928-758-2525. He's planning to go on an elk hunt in unit 10 but I know he doesn't really want to go and could be persuaded to pull off for a Strip tag. They know the Strip as well as the others mentioned here, they're just a bit more quiet about it. Bonus is they have a home in the unit area and can be setup within hours on short notice. Good luck, we're heading out the door for the Kaibab.

KingKong · Nov 18, 2004

LAST EDITED ON Nov-18-04 AT 09:06AM (MST)[p]I know that you can call Larry Bundy, he had 4 hunters on 13b and they killed 4 good bucks. A 33" 200+ net typical, a 185 net 5x5, a 30" 3 point, and another really good 4 point. He spends a lot of time out there and knows that place better than anyone. You can get him at 435-628-8312. I have pictures of the big typical and 5x5 if you want me to send them to you. But don't wait to long.

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mossback · Nov 25, 2004

Dave, give me a call I would like to know how you did on your hunt. MOSSBACK

azdave48 · Nov 25, 2004

I had a great hunt even though I did not tag a buck. On the last afternoon of the hunt I passed on a 32 inch 4X4 that was estimated to gross about 185. A beautiful buck for sure but just not quite what I was after. The friendliness and generousity shown to me was phenomenal. Thanks to all of you who replied to my requests, those that helped with maps and tips, those that I spent time in the field with and those of you wishing me well. I hope I will be able to help others in the future much in the way I rec'd help with this hunt.

270longshot · Nov 29, 2004

you're crazy to pass on a buck like that. just my 2 cents

azdave47 · Nov 30, 2004

Well I can't argue with you on that one

I am crazy about getting the big one so much so that I have let a few dandy's keep on hoofin'. Anyway, at least I don't have any regrets so far. My huntin buddies tell me I should be carrying a camera instead of a rifle. They're wrong but I can't fault their thinking as I haven't given them much evidence to the contrary. Bottom line, I had a great hunt, enjoyed the heck out of myself and will continue chasing the "dream". It's fun being a little crazy. Thanks for your all your cents/sense.