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I appreciate the insight BPKH! I do have a collar for him that beeps when he gets too far, and he is trained to return at the beep. I will definitely put blaze on him before we get out there.

That is wild. I keep my boy leashed most of the time, especially when I’m sleeping or anytime I’m unable to keep an eye on him. He’s a good dog, but he’s still a dog and prone to doing dog things… like getting bored and exploring if left unattended, heck I’m the same lol. I honestly can’t...

Looks like it has some big pockets compared to others

I remember that incident, Brandon (Something or other) was the guy’s name if I’m not mistaken, a big social media hunter, he took A LOT of heat after that incident. But you’re right, adrenaline is in fact a helluva drug. I don’t have a photo of him wearing it (I need to get better about taking...

? shots fired SS! I appreciate it man, it’s good to hear from you guys who have actually been in wolf country and done it, rather than a bunch of armchair experts. One of the many reasons why I value this forum so much and avoid FB groups at all costs!

That’s good insight, I still have to order him a pack with more storage as he carries his own food and water. I’ll definitely look for one with a brighter color scheme. I’m truly grateful for you raising this point! As you can see, he definitely looks like a husky, but he doesn’t look...

Thanks SS, it’s great to hear from another hunter who values sharing experiences with his pup. A good human hunting buddy is great, but nothing beats sharing your hunts with a good dog. so far he’s been on antelope, deer and coyote hunts. This will be his first bear hunt. He’s proven...

Hey y’all, going up to Unit 10 in September to hunt black bear. Gonna be there 2 weeks, hunting and fly fishing the alpine lakes. I always take my Husky on my hunts with me, but this is my first hunt in Wolf country. Looking at the maps of the local Wolf packs it looks like there are 3...

Any luck out there bud?

Hey Jarrett, as I'm sure you can imagine life got a little hairy over the past year and with all my tagged hunts taking priority I haven't made it back out there yet. I'm ready to get out there anytime now, though. I'll shoot you a text and maybe we can get after it?

Thanks, HNW!

That's good advice brother, I didn't even consider that, thanks so much!

Thanks a lot for the positive input BG! I grew up hunting whitetail in Michigan in forests and ag fields, I'm really excited to see how these mountain whitetail behave in comparison, so I really appreciate the added insight regarding where the Mtn WT typically hangout. I have a Yamaha Kodiak...

Still shows 65 unit 11 whitetail tags on the IDFG licensing site? Perhaps that's only non-rez since that's what my search criteria displays. After hearing from y'all, if I can clear the fuel allowance with the boss I'll do the bear hunt in September then go back in November for Whitetail. I...

That makes perfect sense, the lack of berries and REALLY desirable food sources has been a big concern of mine. I have toyed with the idea of going in early September, I suspect that would increase my chances. The big downfall is that would eliminate my whitetail hunt, but I might just do black...

Thanks HNW, I am retiring from the Air Force so I'll have all the time I want to find one, hopefully I'm able to get it done! I don't plan on baiting, but I am going to keep my e-call in the truck incase I get in a pinch I can give that a shot. But I've been e-scouting some good looking south...

Thanks SS, I appreciate the insight! A trophy buck is always a great bonus, but I'm just looking to extend my hunting season and put another type of meat in the freezer. In Unit 11, do you hunt the Craig Mtn area, private, or somewhere else altogether?

Hey Y'all, I'm looking to do a Northern Idaho Whitetail hunt and I'm looking at Unit 11. I have never hunted Idaho but understand Craig Mtn. is pretty much my best/only option in terms of hunt area in this unit. I'm looking at November and I'm a NV resident so the tag is $350ish. I will also...

Good stuff Zeke, after reading your notes I am going to zero my .300win at 25yds which should put it dead on at 250yds. Right now it is zeroed at 50 and dead on at 135, which for it being my elk gun I would like it dialed for a 200-250 yard shot. Thanks man!

Do you account for the height of your scope over your bore to figure where the bullet crosses the true center of your scope, or nah?

I'm a big believer in the 50 yard zero, I have done this with all my rifles with excellent results. You use less ammo and as long as your are tight as a virgin at 50, depending on the caliber you will be dead on at 150-200. For instance, my 22-250 is dead nuts at 50 and 185, while my .300win is...

People underestimate the effectiveness of sex appeal in a hunting application! Those bulls get pretty rowdy! ;)

Thanks y'all! Sounds like we're on the same page. I learned to hunt from my grandpa who wore blue jeans and a blue flannel, and always either had a cigarette dangling from his lips or a fat lip in lol. I have never spent money on camo or scent control products. I typically wash my clothes with...

What are your scent control strategies, and if you're using ozone lockers, detergents, spray, stick deodorants, etc... which brands are you using?

Thanks Jims, I appreciate the insight!

I love my First Lite Obsidian pants, stretches well in all the right spots and its merino wool which is hard to beat. I'm 5' 10" and thicc, so inseam is generally least of my concerns. I'm in the "camo is all marketing" camp, my hunting clothes have to be functional, my obsidians are "dry...

Swagger all day

There are several studies that prove the effectiveness of bear spray over sidearms, especially with shooters who are anything less than pro level shooters.

There may be a 3D shoot at the Hikes For Heroes event in SLC, keep an eye on www.huntprayeat.org, they will be posting the event along with details

I would definitely buy a tag and be a huge supporter of the program. I've never tried horse meat, but I can't imagine it would be too different from elk or moose... I mean, aren't they just horses with antlers??? :geek:

Thanks everyone, I finally decided on the Crispi Guide GTX. Super excited to get these things on and start covering ground. I really appreciate all of the thoughtful responses!

Thanks y'all, I truly appreciate the insight! Sounds like they're both great boots, but the biggest difference is for the price of Kenetreks, I can get the crispi's and a couple boxes of ammo! I really appreciate y'all, good luck this season and shoot straight!

Thanks, Basin! I especially appreciate your notes on fit and durability. I will get a Wide size regardless, but it sounds like the Crispis run a bit narrower in general?

I know there are some boot discussions out there right now, so please allow me to apologize on the front end to anyone who is tired of "boot talk", but BY GOLLY this is my opportunity to have a targeted discussion with the MM Counsel of Elders and I'm gonna take it LOL! All jokes aside, I truly...

Thanks a lot, Franklin! Have you been able to put your hands on one yet? What do you hunt most often on the Strip?

When I was there last, someone had two trail cams set up over a bait site that was full of tracks. Maybe we'll get lucky enough to have him/her stumble upon this thread?

Thanks, Bo!

Thanks all, a lot of great discussion. With me being only two hours away from the strip, I may just have to make a weekend trip over there. Hopefully I can harvest a wild pig and settle this discussion! Also, I will have my camera with me, if I see Javelina I will shoot some pics of them! :D

That's interesting, because if that's the case, as I'm sure it is, we saw A LOT of pig tracks.