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    Elk Shanks

    Definitely worth messing with. Brown and then slow/low cook as others referenced above. If it's still tough, keep cooking. Along with neck roasts, shanks are one of my favorite cuts. Silky.
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    2021 blacktail bucks

    Southern Oregon blacktail, morning after a good storm. Best part was having my 9-year-old son there for the experience.
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    Freezer cleaning after evacuation

    Had mine go out during the fire last year in Ashland Oregon. I think it was out for about 6-7 days and I happen to arrive back home within 2-3 hours of the power coming back on. Everything in my kitchen freezer was fine (thawed a bit, but was still plenty cold) and the garage freezer, which was...
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    Hunting photos with your kids

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    Hunting photos with your kids

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    Legal to carry in backcountry?

    That's a good point. I know you have to hunt with non-lead, but if you're carrying a hand gun for protection and not hunting with that gun, you can be in possession of lead ammo in NF/BLM, right? What if there is a hunting tag in your wallet? What if you are shotgun hunting with non-toxic shot...
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    Oregon spring bear

    I also put in for spring bear in OR, but it’s my first time. Just looking for another excuse to get out in the mountains (along with morels). I suppose I could just shoot a bear in my yard....but that wouldn’t be as much fun. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    California bear otc non res

    Despite the countless threads and posts bashing California hunters visiting other states.....we welcome you to come out bear hunting in California! I agree with the good advice posted by various folks above. I see a ton of bears in NF and wilderness lands in B and C zones, although they tend...
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    Oregon Fires

    I’ve heard about 90 percent are human-caused, but the wild rumors of widespread arson and Antifa are totally unfounded according to officials. In California, a lot of fires were caused by lightning, but many were human-caused. From what I hear, most are accidents and negligence. Only a few cases...
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    California Hunters? Where you at?

    You’re not the only one. I’m in Oakland as well....sort of. Been here 16 years, but in the process of moving to southern Oregon. I will keep my job and house in Oakland, though, so I plan on always hunting at least a bit in California. It’s pretty hilarious at times, feeling like the only...
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    Any traditions you wish you could change???

    Yeah, I agree. Even with my 7-year-old, I’ve gotten in the habit of buying him “functional” things, like tools, knives, and hunting gear, like his new muck boots. He loves that shit and it’s often something I can “borrow” if I need it. The Easter Bunny got him a bitchin’ pry bar this year, which...
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    Trinity Alps Backcountry Archery

    I’ve definitely seen more bears than bucks in the Alps. I usually hike in about 7 miles. Only taken one small buck in three trips. Rifle season. I would stay away from any lakes. I’ve never even tried hiking the “popular” trails. Just chose random small trails with no big picturesque lakes and...
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    Do it all lightweight backcountry hunting knife

    I love my Morakniv. Light enough and damn durable. Seems to hold a good edge. Cheap, so i don't have to stress about losing it. Probably not the best for butchering, but combined with a havalon, it worked great for processing an elk in the field last year. With that combo, I don't really...
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    Bladder water that doesn't taste like...

    That’s been my experience too. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Coffee !!!!!

    Dark Timber's pour-over packs (can't remember what they call them are damn good, but definitely heavier than instant. Their teabag-style coffee is pretty decent too. Starbucks vias are super light and less bulky than the two above, but just okay, in my opinion.
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