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  1. robAK

    How was your bear meat this year

    Moved back to MV area after 22 years away and hunted 39 early deer as a NR. Saw more bears than 4 pts. Had multiple opportunities to shoot a bear but held off hoping to knock over a buck. Seen quite a few berry filled scat piles and wondering how prevalent it was to to get a berry bear this year
  2. robAK

    Buck behavior in high winds

    As above. How do bucks behave with high winds. Obviously they get to lee side of the mountain to get out of it. But do they bed more in the open relying on eyes more than ears. Do you think they move more due to being unsettled. Thanks in advanced
  3. robAK

    WTB Colorado unit 67 muzzleloader deer unit wide landowner permit

    My brother will draw this year and I’m looking for a permit so we can hunt together. Thanks
  4. robAK

    Who has BH209 powder in Denver/Ft Collins/Cheyenne

    Sorry if not appropriate. I’ve been to Denver bass pro shop called Thornton and Loveland sportsman warehouse and Murdochs and sportsman’s warehouse in Casper, no luck. Didn’t think I’d be this hard to find. Driving back to Sheridan WY tomorrow and would like to pick some up for antelope hunt I...
  5. robAK

    WY res:Unable to apply for draws

    As above. Know what hunts I want to apply for but they’re grayed out when attempting to buy. Website says res able to purchase licenses starting in January. What did/am I missing?
  6. robAK

    11/211 road conditions

    I’m going to make a trip down to scout/get a feel for 4th deer. Is a SxS necessary with the weather coming? Was it still muddy since last snows? How’s the roads, is it more efficient to use a wheeler (Rocky/rough). I’d rather not bring one and get there quicker, but beating up my truck/slipping...
  7. robAK

    011/211 4th rifle deer-is it worth getting private land?

    Hey guys. As above, is it worth getting a trespass fee or unguided hunt on a private ranch or leased land from an outfitter for 4th season? Ive reached out to a few that offer these services but havent heard back, so I was wanting to know what you guys have experienced or your opinion. Planning...
  8. robAK

    Laramie Peak- how to tell if road is private or public

    Poked around the Laramie Peak area and found a piece of public that looks promising. I can access it from a forest service road, but there’s a two track that runs through private that crosses public before ending. If public it cuts a lot of work to get into the area. It’s posted at a cattle...
  9. robAK

    Maroon Bells weather. Enough to move them?

    Hey guys. My boys aren’t gonna be happy but last minute Wrangling has me helping my brother on his early 043 rifle tag. With the recent weather is it enough to push the deer lower/migrate. If so where do they generally go. My brother called glen wood springs more than a few times with no...
  10. robAK

    Trail riding near Cody/Lowell

    I know it’s off topic, so forgive me, but would like some input on some good single or two track rides near Cody/Lowell. I’m picking up some equipment in Cody Friday coming from Sheridan and would like to ride the area on the weekend. I’ve read about McCullough Peak an Red Lake but would like...
  11. robAK

    Anyone have a bad batch of Blackhorn 209 powder?

    Need help. Took my muzzy out to reaffirm drop at various yardages. In the past it had been very accurate out to 200 yds. The only time I had problems was when I left the funnel that snaps on top of the bottle at put the cap on. Was all over the place, so I got another bottle and it solved the...
  12. robAK

    SIG BDX2400- your opinion

    So I was very persistent and got a high country muzzy deer tag in CO on the returned tag page and need a rangefinder. Read a few comments and wanted your thoughts if this was worth getting. Will be used for ID/WY/CO hunts with all weapons. Thanks
  13. robAK

    What?s so special about the ?watchdog? service?

    This is dovetailed off the landowner tag thread. I'm seeing a few websites advertise this service. Is there something these guys have access to that the general public doesn't?
  14. robAK

    Well..it's happening

    Looks like it's gonna be a bumper crop of elk for the Crow Res.... https://county3.news/2018/11/08/wyoming-fish-and-game-investigates-pass-creek-poaching-case/ Thought they'd at least wait for the fall.
  15. robAK

    Public access/hunting pressure in deer units 64/65 and 82

    As above, moved to sheridan area and researching areas to start hunting. Going to be a nonres this year so I'm locked into a region tag and looks like all I can swing is a deer tag this year. Was looking at OnX/google earth and these areas looked good. What is your opinion of these areas, how...
  16. robAK

    Moving from AK to Sheridan WY: hunt access/what to expect

    As above. Grew up in S. ID lived in AK for almost 20 yrs now moving, what are expectations on quality/access for elk and deer. Passion is muleys but work obligations might limit that. What do you think guys
  17. robAK

    S. ID:land anchors and gear for self rescue in high desert (rocky areas)

    As above. Wondering what you guys use that I can pick up locally that would work in the Rogerson/Murphy's area. Will be hunting last two weeks of the month. We'll have a hi lift jack, plywood and 3/8 chain and etc. Wondering what size/type rope you guys use for 1/2 T pickup as well. Or other...
  18. robAK

    Landowner tags: are they valid unit wide?

    As above. Have read some are and aren't. Know your allowed access to land the tag was for, but not sure if you can hunt unit wide. Looking at a tag for SW Colorado elk. Thanks
  19. robAK

    Alaska draw system question

    So I got my license this year to put in for the draws. I put in all six of my chances on the same hunt (sheep) in the 6th option. My question is are all six of my chances counted separately or does it count as one chance? I didnt push the send button BTW
  20. robAK

    backpackl hunts: what u wished to bring/what you wanted to leave

    Im going in about ^4 miles into CO in wilderness area (deer muzzy sept ive is added: blue tarp (6 oz 6x8) EXTRA long spoon REI camp chair for ~6 oz as it adds to sleeping pad...what hacks for food? My cuz does deydrated fruits, but that comes with uber $... w
  21. robAK

    road access/closures unit 67 for Sept hunt.

    Starting this thread to get info for what road/trail access is for south end of 67. Due to distance from Colorado I wont be able to pre scout the unit until a few days prior. I dont want to give my attack plan away so please PM me and I'll respond promply. General area is forest service road...
  22. robAK

    Best value KUIU base layer alternative, your opinion

    Hey guys. Wondering if you guys use an alternative to the KUIU/etc. base layers that all these companies sell. Just bought the guide jacket, but don't want to spend that kind of money on a base layer, including the down packable jacket they sell. Been looking, but want your input as I haven't...
  23. robAK

    Using bibs for early high country hunt in CO

    Hey guys, want to read what you guys think about using bibs for a CO high country hunt I want to do. I've used a heavier bib on a Oct muley hunt in WY a few years back. It worked great for the winds and helped keep me warm, but like I said, HEAVY. Want to save all the weight I can, but do love...
  24. robAK

    Bibs for backpack early high country hunting

    Hey guys, want to read what you guys think about using bibs for a CO high country hunt I want to do. I've used a heavier bib on a Oct muley hunt in WY a few years back. It worked great for the winds and helped keep me warm, but like I said, HEAVY. Want to save all the weight I can, but do love...
  25. robAK

    Will conservation stamp expire at end of month?

    Quick question. I just put in for draw hunt and purchased the conservation stamp with deer license. If I'm reading it right is the stamp expiring at end of month? What do I need to do? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Rob
  26. robAK

    What unit with 8 NR points for Deer

    Hey guys, just wanting your opinion for a quality hunt. Willing to hunt eith muzz and rifle. Looking for good access or resonable fees. Hunted in WY 2 yrs ago in unit 90 and it wasnt nearly what Eastman's described. Dont want to make the same mistake in UT. Not looking for honey holes just...
  27. robAK

    TRADE: use WY 4wheeler for AK cataraft

    Looking for use of 4x4 4 wheeler in WY for use of my cataraft for AK hunt/fish. I have a 12 ft. 2 man cataraft in excellent condition in Anchorage and looking for 4 wheeler for unit 90 mule deer hunt south of Riverton. I'll be driving from Twin Falls thru Id Falls and Jackson WY on to Riverton...
  28. robAK

    Deer 90-1 Expected weather last two weeks of season

    Debating which tent to bring for my hunt. Have a 2-man 4 season backpacking north face tent and a six man walk-in tent. I also have a big wheel type motorcycle. What do u guys think I should bring. Am I wasting my time/$ tuning up & bringing the bike? I love comfort and convience, but do u...
  29. robAK

    Camping/water spots for deer hunt in 90-1 in Wyoming

    LAST EDITED ON Aug-16-13 AT 11:09PM (MST)[p] Anyone know where there's good camping spots with water for mule deer hunt last two weeks of October. Want to hunt the southern half of the unit. Will be using tents, no trailer. How has the spring/summer gone? Is there a drought, or is there plenty...
  30. robAK

    drew 90-1!!!! need info

    Just drew 90-1 and looking for as much info as possible. I live in Alaska so I probably wont be able to pre scout the area before the hunt. Not looking for any honey holes just logistics, what to expect and etc...Are 4 wheelers/bikes necessary? How is access? Which areas hold deer later in the...
  31. robAK

    drew Wyoming 90-1

    Just drew Wyoming 90-1 and looking for as much info as possible. I live in Alaska so I probably wont be able to pre scout the area before the hunt. Not looking for any honey holes just logistics, what to expect and etc...Are 4 wheelers/bikes necessary? How is access? Which areas hold deer later...
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