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    What are your mule deer plans for 2017

    CO 3rd season deer, rifle WY Region G, will hunt archery and if unsuccessful rifle Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    Draw results are posted!

    Headed to Region G! Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    Wyoming Draw Results are Up!!!

    Headed to Region G!!! Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    Quitting my job and migrating

    Eel, Miss humboldt county sometimes. Never thought I would leave, but it opened up so many opportunities. Heck, the drive time to hunt Colorado is exactly the same! We have some smoker bucks and bulls a short drive from the house. River is right across the road. Best thing about it is now my...
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    Quitting my job and migrating

    From the same neck of the woods as Eelgrass. Made the move north to SW Washington three years ago. Best decision of my life. Wages went up by 30%, houses are dirt cheap compared to California, friendly folks, great job opportunities. I do miss my lifelong friends, amazing saltwater fishing...
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    Unit 21 second deer season

    Am from WA as well. Have hunted 21 and 22. The town of Rangely has the meat processing and camp supplies you will need. Not sure on the taxidermy options but a quick search via google will help point you in the right direction. Both units have extensive road systems tied to natural gas...
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    A Bull for a BeanMan

    Well done, great bull! Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    California Hunt/Fish Photos

    Moved out of California going on 2 years ago. Man I miss the fishing. Nice to see shots of the Sac, Trinity and Mad Rivers. Heck I lived 5 minutes off the mad for 26 years. Miss walking out the door with the dog and rod. thanks for putting all these up. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most...
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    Colorado High Country Buck

    Well done. Way to achieve your goal! Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    CA to ban lead fishing weights

    eel, Hope retirement is treating you well! More time for chasing blacktails in the hills and filling the cooler with more fish! Poor Kyle, but I bet he is up at Jeff's place on Ruth Lake or the edge of the Yolly Bollys chasing his share of bucks. Did you see that nice bull Jeff's father got...
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    My 2014 WY Rifle Mule Deer

    Outstanding! Awesome pictures as well. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    Washington bull

    WOW....... just another reason I am glad I moved to Washington. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    CA to ban lead fishing weights

    So glad I left the state in early 2013. Do miss my friends and the ocean fishing off Humboldt county though. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    Co back door open for deer

    Same here. Our unit has been 1 point for years and according to this method it says we did not draw. Bummer if its true. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    G6 kern river hunt

    LAST EDITED ON Dec-09-13 AT 11:06PM (MST)[p]LAST EDITED ON Dec-09-13 AT 10:57?PM (MST) Just got back to Portland.....long drive but a fun hunt. will do a complete write up after I get unpacked and spend some time with my lil girl. We got weather And I took a nice buck. 22 1/2 wide 4x3 with...
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    California G37-Anderson Flat Hunt

    Great play by play story. Very nice buck taken by hard work and determination. Well done! Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    G6 kern river hunt

    Bart, Have the same tag...for the same reason (Didn't draw my usual CO unit). Have also done similar research. Have talked to a couple locals as well. There are some brusiers that come from that hunt but a buck like that one you are referring to is a rarity. I think something in the 24" range...
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    Utah deer opener!

    Hey Dax, Did you draw your usual Colorado tag this year? We will be there for the 3rd season. Be nice to run into you in person. Always thankful for the help you give. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    B zones 2012

    Eel, That salmon fishing has been off the hook! Full limits every trip this year and they just keep getting bigger. My friend boated a 44" last Saturday right off the south jetty. Now if I could just get another halibut in my boat. We did get one about 68lbs but have been on a dry spell as of...
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    draw

    Yes Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    Colorado non res back door...

    Yahoo.....Colorado in November!! Got to love it!! Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    Ready to hunt high

    RE: Ready to hunt high Harry, That looks a lot like the back of Thompson Peak? Am I right? Had some great trips from Canyon Creek over the divide. Beautiful county and your right, those hills will get you in shape for anywhere! thanks Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its...
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    California Results Posted Online

    Anybody else seeing nothing in their first choice for deer? Not sure what that means...all the other choices show if I did or did not draw. Not sure about 1st choice deer though. thanks Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    DEER & ELK DRAWS...??

    Got the same email as well......May 31st. Oh well..... Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    Salmon Fishing..

    Just got word that the salmon season for the far north coast has been set. The season will begin May 14th and go to Sept 5th. Seven days a week, 2 chinook/day, 24" minimum size WHOOO HOOOO!!! Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work."...
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    Last Minute AZ Desert Archery Mule Deer

    great story!Way to not push a wounded deer. Glad you were successful. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    IDAHO 3-POINT

    I like that! Gives me a great idea for my buck. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    Shelby's Nv. buck

    Great post, thanks for sharing your family's success. Hope to have my daughter out there in a few years. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    Good OR bull

    Well done! Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    North Park Thrid Season Success

    Congrats on your success! Nice animal and it sounds like you had a great time. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    Lets see your 2010 success photos!

    LAST EDITED ON Nov-10-10 AT 05:07PM (MST)[p]WOW!!!!!! that thing is a beast. Story behind the hunt? Was this bull taken near Runkle (sp) Juction outside La Grande? Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    Lets see your 2010 success photos!

    Nice looking buck! Blacktail i am guessing? Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    applegate muzzleloader blacktails

    Spent the weekend scouting the Applegate area, did not see much in the way of bucks. Pleanty of scrapes so I know they are around. Did get a great lay of the land and scouted a couple promising spots. This is my first muzzleloader hunt.Might pass on the first week of the season and consentrate...
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    2nd Season Buck

    Nothing wrong with that buck. Congrats on a well earned trophy! Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    oregon legal muzzle loaders

    Thank guys, I did read the regs but was trying to narrow down what rigs others had set up for hunting in Oregon. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    oregon legal muzzle loaders

    was hoping someone from the great state of Oregon could point me in the right direction regarding what muzzle loaders are legal to hunt with. Also what is your personal setup. thanks and good luck this season. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and...
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    oregon legal muzzle loaders

    Was hoping someone familiar with black powder hunting in Oregon could help. Would like to know what your set up of choice is. Thanks and good luck in the hills. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison
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    California Northwest Elk tag success

    Well I finally got time to post a couple more pics. Eel, I did see pics of the bull you mentioned...PIG of a Rosie, green score is 342" I believe. Can't post name of hunter or pic since I do not have permission. But its huge. Matt "Opportunity is missed by most people because its...
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    California Northwest Elk tag success

    Hey Eel, Have not heard about that big of a bull....yet. Word travels fast around here. I finished up the hunt late Thursday with my buddy taking a cow. Then I headed straight to Washington for my dad's wedding. Just got back last night. Last two weeks have been a whirl wind. Bull is at the...
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    California Northwest Elk tag success

    Well we got one bull down on Sunday and have one to go. Here is a picture of my bull with my friend and elk caller Dave. He is a 8x9 rosie if you count the extra on his right side and the double eye guards over his brow tines. Bull was taken on private land that I leased for the hunt. Took five...
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