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    Rangefinders for hunting and golf

    I target shoot. The wife golfs. She told me the other day she wants a rangefinder. “Sweet!” I want one too for shooting when I’m not on marked ranges and when I’m in the bush. I’m looking for a rangefinder that can do both. Any suggestions? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Hpg Aston house B.C. thoughts

    I’m still hunting for the perfect front country day pack. Has anyone here used a hill people gear Aston house B.C.? I’m in Alberta Canada so prairies and mountains with layers and optics. Size seems right. Anyone packed out weight with it? I figured it can be done between the bag and the...
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    Opinions on Vanguard endeavor Ed II

    I’m looking at a deal on a vanguard endeavor Ed II. I know that I get what I pay for with glass. No I won’t ever save up for top of the line. Yes Maven c1’s are better, but if I can get a new vanguard endeavor Ed II for 1/2 the cost of the mavens or Monarch 7’s is it worth it? Thoughts please...
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    Favorite Knife Sharpeners for Field and Home

    I have the apex as well Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Favorite Knife Sharpeners for Field and Home

    I’m with you. But I like the variety. Edge pro changed my life. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Looking for some lightweight outerwear

    I’m looking for some recommendations for lightweight outer ware options. I live in Alberta Canada. Rain gear, mid layers, and packable jackets. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Teaching the basics to grade 9 kids

    I’m not touching anything weapon related. Too risky. Maybe I’ll just stick to calmer waters. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Teaching the basics to grade 9 kids

    Ok, this may get a bit lengthy so I apologize. Background: I’m an American who lives and works in/near Calgary Alberta(relevant later). I work as a teacher and I have an opportunity this year to teach outdoor education to some grade 9 students. (Its an actual class here) I’m hoping to start a...
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    What does everyone do for a living?

    Assistant principal and teacher at a middle school in Canada Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Kuiu Venture vs. SG Kiowa

    Inquiring minds are also curious. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    What combo of 2 to rule them all?

    Totally Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Backcountry pocket knife

    Hmm. I’m a knife guy like you and Blade forums member. I carried a griptillion for ever. I’ve got a number of different folders. But the spyderco para 2 is hard to beat. Below is some eye candy for you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    What combo of 2 to rule them all?

    Well, I’ve gone round and round on this purchase until I can’t tell my elbow from belly button hole. I’m looking for a combo of two bags (day and multi day.) 35-45 litter and 80-90 litter. Load hauler for both. I’ve looked for a year reading and considering. Ideally I’d get a MR sawtooth and...
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    Planning out my optics

    Ok, I need your help and collective wisdom. Here’s the play: many of us are hampered by what we had or what we got along the way for various reasons. But i’m starting over. I know I’ll never afford swowarski but I can plan and chip away at quality. I’ll Live and play in Calgary Alberta Canada...
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    Daypack options in Canada

    I’m looking for a 45 (ish) litter day pack recommendations. While a competitive shooter for years, I don’t hunt much especially since moving to Alberta. I’ve backpacked and been into bushcraft and own a 24 litter and 65 litter osprey. So, I’m hoping to purchase a 45 (ish) litter pack to act as...
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