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Any interesting hunting-related bills during this session we should be watching? The only one I see is HB222 that would change the hunter orange requirement to include only one article of clothing (hat, vest, shirt) instead of the current 400 square inches requirement.

Just saw a video of a nice buck from this year that is supposedly the King? It has a notched ear like the King and is big and old, but looks like he has regressed if it is the same buck.

I was looking at the DWR site where it lists the wildlife board members and noticed that we are down a board member--notably, Wade Heaton. Did he resign or what happened? When are they going to replace him and will they open up the applications like they usually do? Anybody know what's going...

I'm curious to know how this solar eclipse on Saturday morning is going to affect the elk behavior and the hunt for the 1st season opening day. Any guesses?

While some are critical of "how the sausage is being made" (and I agree, it isn't always pretty), I am really grateful to some key people in our legislature, on the wildlife board, and in the DWR that are doing some really great things to improve my hunting and outdoor experience in Utah. Some...

https://classifieds.ksl.com/listing/69677469 You could probably make an offer and get a great deal.

Inflation hits again... https://wildlife.utah.gov/news/utah-wildlife-news/1466-dwr-proposes-license-and-permit-fee-increases-due-to-inflation.html

CPW published the draft recommendations for 2022 tag quotas: https://cpw.state.co.us/aboutus/Pages/CommissionMeeting2022-5.aspx Looks like deer is pretty steady across the board compared to last year (down a little). Elk is down more.

Listening to the wildlife board discussion on this yearling-only hunt idea, I could get behind a system where 12-17 year-olds (or first-time hunters) could choose for one year only to either get a guaranteed yearling-only tag or they could put in for the regular draw and if they draw, they could...

Wondering if anybody could tell me how the turkey population is doing on the San Juan Elk Ridge unit after the big die-off. I know they moved some birds there awhile back to try to build it back up. I'm thinking about heading there for the first week of May as an excuse to get on the unit and...

Assuming the later dates are going to result in significantly higher success rates--especially for mature bucks, if no changes are made, we're going to quickly see a significant reduction in the number of tags allocated. With fewer tags available, we'll also see a huge increase in point creep...

Does anybody in Utah sell the BH 209 powder in the 5 lb containers?

I'm looking for some Remington 9.5mm Magnum primers so I can reprime my Remington UML ignition system casings. However, all of the online sites I can find are listing them as out of stock. Anybody know where I can find some or if/when they're going to be back in stock?

In case you're interested, last year's harvest statistics for deer and elk (and I assume the other species) are now available for review: https://cpw.state.co.us/Documents/Hunting/BigGame/Statistics/Deer/2019StatewideDeerHarvest.pdf...

Wow! I stopped by the expo today and, based on the Mossback booth alone, you'd have to conclude that we are in the glory days of trophy deer and elk. There were literally dozens of trophy deer and elk all killed by one outfitter in one year. I realize he has a large presence and is helping...

I'm ready for it to be August...

Couple of my favorite pictures from this past season. Walking up on these bucks was lots of fun.

I notice on some of the threads--especially the older ones from before the upgrade--the apostrophes are showing up as question marks. Is that something you can fix?

Well, it's been a little while since I've checked in with you boys and gals. I've been so busy guiding clients, killing big bucks and building my social media reputation that I haven't had much time for storytelling. But, now that the hunts for this year are winding down, I thought I'd take a...

I just picked up a unit 63 muzzleloader deer tag on the leftover list. Not much time to prepare, but I'm planning to head over this weekend to get familiar with the roads and lay of the land. If any of you have experience in that unit and would be willing to point me in the right direction, I...

Looking for a recommendation on a good rifle-mounted bipod. I've heard some good things about the Hatch Outwest. Does anybody have experience with it--good or bad? Any other suggestions?

I'm looking at a turkey hunt somewhere in the western half of Colorado this spring. If you're willing to give me any starting points with decent numbers of birds on public land, I'd surely appreciate it. A private message would be great.

Anybody with experience on the Dolores Triangle LE deer hunt willing to share your experience me? Drop me a private message please...

I have the chance to pick up a new Browning X-Bolt Hell's Canyon Long Range rifle in any caliber they sell (6MM Creedmoor, 6.5 Creedmoor, 270 WSM, 300 WSM, 26 Nosler, 7mm Rem Mag, 28 Nosler or 300 Win Mag). Which caliber would you recommend and why? Hunting use will be 80% deer and 20% elk...

I just picked up an unexpected 66 muzzy tag for deer in the re-issue pool. With such a short time frame before the hunt starts, I'm going to make the best of it and do what I can. I'm looking for any help or info anybody is willing to share. I have horses and an ATV if they would be useful...

I'm looking for a right-handed bolt assembly (new or used) for a Remington 700 in .270 caliber. Can anybody point me in the right direction? My Google mojo is failing me.

Looking for a reputable gunsmith with reasonable prices in Utah--preferably Utah County. Any suggestions?

Be careful out there: http://www.jhnewsandguide.com/news/environmental/details-scant-on-bear-attack-in-skull-creek/article_07d9366d-8cb0-5a14-86a0-fb9680db62a8.html Does anybody know this hunter or have any additional details on the incident?

Given my recent bear encounter, I found this article interesting. Good thing mine was justified... http://www.deseretnews.com/article/765682977/Grizzly-bear-deaths-rise-as-Yellowstone-population-grows.html

It all started when I was just a young lad. Both of my parents died before I was born, so I've been an orphan all my life. I understand what it's like to be alone in this world and not have the support system of a loving family. Luckily for me, I did have a younger brother that was a great...

I'm going to be hunting in grizzly country this fall and I'm wondering about bear spray. Are there better brands than others or are they all pretty much the same? Anybody ever had to use some?

I made a mistake when submitting my son's deer application and had the wrong name on the credit card information. Will Colorado allow me to update the payment information? If so, what do I need to do?

Well, I guess I got lucky and drew one of the random tags for elk in units 63/64 as a second choice option with 0 points. I know, pretty lucky, huh? I don't know anything about the unit, but heard it might be a good one and I was wondering if anybody on here could tell me where to go? Just...

Well, I've just about wrapped up my Christmas and after-Christmas shopping for the year and I can't find any boots that will keep my feet cold this time of year, so instead of spending the day out scouting like I normally do, I thought I would sit down and write up a report on the Utah...

Can anybody tell me how many max-point non-residents drop out of the deer and elk draws each year? It looks like there are about 3,000 people with max points for both of those species going into this year's draw. How many were there last year in the top pool?

Anybody with experience or knowledge in units 63/64 for elk? I'm thinking about putting in for there with max points and would love to hear from anybody who has hunted it recently or is familiar with the area. I have horses and/or a 4-wheeler. Feel free to PM me if you'd prefer.

Well, I just got back from 2 weeks in Colorado trying to find a monster buck for the governor?s tag holder. He?s a great guy and deserves the help. While most guys were content to sit back and poke fun or wait to hear news on how his hunt turned out, I put my boots on the ground and binoculars...

Not even in a separate thread?

Hi. My name is SureShot and I kill big bucks. Lots of them. Like many of you, hunting is a passion for me. Actually, it's become more than a passion. In fact, after a lot of soul searching and some intervention from my family and close friends, I've come to the painful realization that it has...

I was lucky enough to draw this deer tag this year. I know it's mostly a migration hunt largely dependent on weather. I would love to see pictures and hear any stories (good or bad) from any of you with experience in these units. PM is fine (actually preferred). Thanks.