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    Pictures of loaded pack animals

    2015 photo-leaving the trailhead and on the trail.
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    Calling all Toyota aficionados

    Have a 21 Tundra TRD (one of the last 5.7 l V8s) and absolutely love it. The crew cab is cavernous in the back and the bed is pretty deep (can get 8 fully-packed llama panniers in there with room to spare). I get 17-19 mpg on average around town but I also don't drive it like a race car. Can...
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    Colorado OTC Archery Elk

    We have been using Pinesol-soaked rag strips around our tent. I read that bears don't like the scent and it is used as a deterrent up in Alaska. The scent lasts for days. So far. so good in an area that has a lot of bears.
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    Whats your Favorite early seaon elk gear

    All things merino, including Darn Tough socks. and a good beanie. Really good quality boots are a must as well as nothing is worse than having to deal with constantly wet feet. Looks like you are starting with a great pack and have the right attitude going in. The elk will be where you find them...
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    Nemo Bags

    I have the Disco 15 deg and absolutely love it. Best zipper (non-snag) of any bag I have had. I'm a side sleeper who tosses a lot and it provides plenty of room. Has kept me plenty warm in temps down into the low 20s. Also get a compression sack with the bag which is a bonus, and it packs up...
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    December Giveaway - 100% USA Made Leg Gaiters

    Large knee high. Ranger Green.
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    Showers out in the Field

    Epic Wipes-can be bought on Amazon. They are huge (towel sized) and you can get a couple of uses out of just one. Will get you by until you can shower. For a base camp, Green Elephant shower setup (shelter and bag) is top-notch. The bag is heavy duty and can double as a dry bag.
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    Nemo 15 degree Down Bag Deal

    These are great bags. The zipper is incredible-the design ensures that it won't catch so super easy in and out. The gills also work well to expel excess heat in warm temps. They come with their own compression sack and compress into a small and very packable unit. Plenty of room to toss and...
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    I'm the guy that's spooking all your elk

    Don't know about others on here but I have been archery hunting for elk now for 30 years. Used to be that I could do a location bugle and get a response and "game on". That was before YouTube and the guys making a living off it selling gear, bugles, on-line courses, etc. I admire those guys like...
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    Iron Will Broadheads - July Giveaway

    S125, CO
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    Sept elk hunt

    Base layers and a puffy. Have used them every year since early 90s in September in the elk woods of CO. As others have already noted, weather can change here very quickly. Leaving them in your truck could be a big mistake if you are bivy camping for a few days.
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    I am now 60, since November, not over yet!!

    Turned the corner on 70 last year but still heading into the backcountry for the month of September to chase ol' wily wapiti with my bow. Still as excited and looking forward to it as I was over 30 years ago. Staying active and flexible will keep you in good shape headed into the 'golden years'...
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    Thoughts on Zamberlan boots

    The Lynx is an excellent boot. It is lightweight (check the specs) and very tough. I believe they also offer it in a wide version. I have had a pair going on 4 years now and they are still in great shape. I use them in the high country of CO for archery hunting and they have always kept my feet...
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    Anyone solo backcountry hunting over the age of 60?

    Will be 71 this year. Still do some solo but have a few 'senior gentlemen of the backcountry' that have joined me over the years on some very memorable archery hunts, and a couple generations of llamas which still make it possible. Always, always have a very comfortable basecamp which makes it a...
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    2023 Colorado Elk Hunting E Scouting

    So true. I like the saying "You overlook more than you overtake" and it certainly applies in the elk woods. Seems like a lot of hunters feel they have to put miles and miles on to find elk, and when they don't, they hike out to go hunt a different area. This seems to be a recurring strategy...
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