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Fishlake elk hunt 2019. Made me nervous to take a nap that afternoon.

Thanks for that info. I ended up getting a pair of Lowa Renegades in 15EE. I put about 30 miles and 5k in elevation gain on them last week, unloaded. I get one hotspot on my right heel, otherwise, no complaints. I'm very happy with them. They'll be my warm season boot. I'm now on the hunt for...

My daughter shoots a Savage 10 youth model in .243., 22" barrel. The rifle w/ Leupold Rifleman scope was just north of $600. She killed this antelope @ 260 yards with one shot in WY last summer. Jim

I used L&S in 2016 to "custom fit" boots and insoles for me. Long story short, I wasn't really impressed with the end result. I am curious about their boots though and I'm willing to give them a second chance. I've been looking at Schnees boots also. I think I may buy 4-5 different brands and...

I contacted Bert Hartman at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody for the factory letters and ballpark appraisals for a model 1873 and an 1894. I can send you his contact info if interested. Jim

I checked out White's last night. They have a ton of options now. Unfortunately, nothing big enough. I haven't looked at Lowas since I bought my current pair a few years ago. I was on their site earlier and saw that they now have 15EE in the renegade line. I'm gonna snag a pair and try them out...

Thanks for the suggestion. I don't mind a hefty price if they'll last a few years. I wore custom White's working on the railroad 25 years ago. They were nearly $400 back then. Really well made boots. I wore them on my first Colorado hunt in 99. Logger boots make terrible hunting boots in my...

Guys, I've worn 14EE for damn near ever. I typically wear Lowas. This year, I noticed my toes were jamming into the the front of the boots. Ended up losing a few toenails. I'm looking for some 15EE's more. Anybody have any suggestions? I don't like really stiff mountain boots but, if that's the...

I'll be looking for another unit. The unit I was planning for, is no good. There aren't any NR moose licenses available. Looks like there were federal restrictions put into places in 2022 due to population concerns. Should've started planning by reading the regs.

I am in the planning stages of an Alaskan moose and caribou hunt for 2025. I'll be going DIY with a couple buddies. This will be my first time in AK and my first time flying into a hunting camp. We're going to hunt the western end of the Brooks Range in the De Long Mountains. We'll be flying...

Honestly, I'd say that's a possibility in our current state of the union. However, the few homosexual people that I know, they are pretty conservative. They mind their business and want nothing to do with the current movement. They're nothing like the "look at me" types we see currently. It...

Rie, it would be the rifle hunt. A decent 4x4 is a big buck in California in my opinion. I'd also shoot a big or interesting 3x3. I like big 3 points. The Leavitt pack station is one of the areas I was looking at for packing in. Seems like it'll get a guy into the wilderness fairly quick. Jim

I think it's a societal problem in the U.S. Too many parents affirm stupid ideas and "feelings" that their kids have because they're afraid they might look bad if they don't. Also, it seems like a lot of dads are spineless cucks. If one thing can make kids go down the wrong path, it's a cowardly...

Wiz, I agree, nothing worth waiting for in CA. I haven't really scoured the web for posts regarding X12. I'll take a look though. Good luck in G3. I look forward to hearing how that hunt ends up. I like X12 and X9A for two reasons, the terrain and you can get really far away from roads and...

Good luck KG. We're in no mans land in California with 16-17 points. I want to be able to focus on a general unit every year, preferably C zone and really get know it. To do that, I'll have to apply first choice to guarantee a tag. Someone burnt 17 points on C in 2022. I hope they had a monster...

Thanks for the input guys. I am starting my research early for exactly this reason. Advice and criticism is needed! PacificFork, let me know where those 175" bucks are and I'll give you a great deal on 8 points! Admittedly, I've not invested much time in finding big deer in CA. Simply because...

I don't live in the area. I'm about 4 hours away. My 3rd option, if I split points with my buddy, is X7A. It's close to home, I am familiar with the area and terrain, I could scout it multiple times and it is a probably a guaranteed draw with 8 points. With that said, there aren't a ton of...

No experience in X9A and Weiser, I definitely didn't wait 16 years to hunt an X zone! That would be stupid. I'm just done collecting points. It's a silly game to play in California. I don't mind playing the game in 7 other states. I'd like to start hunting C zones more regularly. Of course, to...

Looking to get rid of my 16 deer points next year. Personally, I don't feel there is a unit worthy of 16 points and I'm in no mans land for the muzzy hunts I would be interested in drawing. I'm hoping to split points with a good friend and get drawn with an average of 8. I like X9A and B but, my...

I've stayed at the Dos Rios Inn a few times while hunting 66, 67 and 54. Great place, Hunter friendly. Seen many a deer and elk quarter hanging from the railings. It's a bit of a drive to good 67 deer hunting.... Especially if there's any ice on the road. I hunted 67 for the first time in 2002...

Only at the Dry Bean in Lonesome Dove.

I'm looking for a pair of hunting or hiking boots for my daughter. She's currently size 9 in women's, 7.5 men's. I don't want to buy new if I don't need to. She is 13 and her feet grow like zucchini! Jim

I'll assume you have a deer tag. Is there a special tag for the DFG wildlife area? I've hunted Knoxville, the BLM and DFG properties, A LOT! Killed very few deer there. Killed a lot of turkeys and small game up there though. Haven't hunted it in 15 years. Too crowded, too hot and the people up...

I have never owned a Fierce rifle. Two of my buddies bought Fierce "custom" rifles last year. Both chambered in 280AI. Both had feeding issues from the magazine with the 3rd and 4th rounds. One of them had the safety lever retaining screw back out on a hunt. Prior to that experience, I was...

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Are you particular and/or in a hurry for it? I have one, maybe two boxes of Barnes Vor-tx 180 grain. Jim

I paid $5.49/lb cut and wrapped for my last steer this past December. I figured that was steep but, I also live in California. Nothing is cheap. Jim

Thanks for the replies fellas. I think I'm going to try them out. I carry Glocks and sigs. Only half of the gun will be a magnet. Do they hold the pistol securely on bumpy roads? Jim

Congrats to all the successful applicants. 73-1 Antelope for my dad, daughter and myself. 34-1 Deer for me and the old man. Time to start planning! Jim

I've read that a few times. It seems vague but, I guess it's pretty clear. If that makes sense. Jim

Thank you. I have that map already. I'm looking for the actual written geographic boundaries as DFW describes them. The map is too vague in my opinion. However, judging by the map, I assume it's the entire portion of Tehama county, east of 5 that is open to J21 tag holders, minus the SWA and...

I asked a question in the WY forum last week and was quickly pointed in the right direction. I figured I should do the same in CA forum. My daughter and oldest son drew J21. I am very familiar with zone C4 however, I'm trying to find the written boundary locations for J21 which is within C4...

Has anybody had experience with one of these or something similar? https://prepcision.com I'm looking for a way to carry in my vehicle outside of my holster that also provides easy, quick access. Curious if these things are worth the money. Thanks. Jim

If you're an alternate, does the draw page show that? Jim

Congrats to all of you that drew something worthwhile. D6 for me. My older kids both drew J21, east tehama either sex. Depending on WY and AZ draws, I'll likely focus all my energy on the junior tags. Jim

Thank you. Now I really feel like Forrest Gump. Jim

I've looked all over the WYO F&G website looking for final tag numbers. It's very likely that I am too stupid to find said numbers. Does anyone have a link they would like to share? Thanks. Jim

Midway had it recently. I got the "in stock" notification and bought two 1# cans. Ten minutes later, they were sold out. If you haven't already, I would visit every reloading equipment supplier on the web and sign up for notifications. Good luck in your search. Jim

Good luck to all that drew. Should be a good year in Nevada. We went 0 for 40 in my house. Holding out hope for Wyoming, Utah or California. Jim