After 5 years of applications I finally drew Utah bear over bait. It’s an any legal weapon tag and runs from May 23rd - June 28th. I’m allowed to setup 2 bait stations starting on the 23rd. This unit holds lots of bears.
I am looking for any input and suggestions you guys have. Baiting...
I am finalizing gear for the 2019 rifle seasons, I was planning on putting a basic sling on my rifle to put on shoulder when it’s not on my backpack.
It got me thinking about the positional shooting slings, how many of you use these and find them useful?
It looks like they could be very...
Silencer co is having a 40% off sale until Monday. I have been tossing around the idea for awhile now and this is probably the incentive I needed. The can will go on a .300 win mag and 6.5 PRC and .223 wylde for now.
Omega or harvester?
I am intrigued by a local PRS style monthly match...
I have dove into LR shooting the past few months in preparation for hunting season. I am currently using shooter app combined with basic rangefinder. I would like to effectively achieve 1st round hits out to 1000 yards. I need a wind meter undoubtedly.
Do you guys find that applied ballistics...
A buddy and I are heading to Colorado for a 4th season deer hunt. We scouted the unit this weekend and will backpack in. We know to expect snow and cold temps. I have a kifaru sawtooth with stove but am wondering if a floored 4 season tent would make a better shelter. I have used the tipi on a...
I am prepping for a 10 day solo backcountry archery mule deer hunt. I intend on making a quick out & back trip around day 5 to refuel and clean up. I have done 4 days solo many times, sanity seems to start slipping around day 3 or 4 for me.
How are you guys keeping your head in the game...
Has anyone been able to directly compare the kenetreks to Lathrop & sons?
It’s time to replace my current Kenetrek mountain extremes UI. I have been happy with the boots apart from irresponsibly melting near fire and losing waterproofness. They also seem to be a littler hotter than goretex...
I am getting ready to purchase my first muzzleloader, probably a knight ultra lite or mountaineer I’m unsure. The muzzy will mostly be used in Utah, Arizona and Missouri and possibly Colorado someday. I currently don’t have any elk hunts in mind with this weapon but who knows what’s in the...
I am upgrading my scope on 300 WM and would like ideas and opinions on what to look at. I’m currently thinking Nightforce NXS 5.5-22x56 but would consider finding used ATACR if it’s really that much better. Also have considered Leupold Mark 5 or VX6 maybe, but have read some bad reviews on...
Insulated vs non insulated
Synthetic vs leather
Snow on the ground, temps in the teens all day, backcountry hunting with tipi/stove, snowshoes on occasion.
Insulated seems great when you start off warm they stay warm.... until they aren’t then they become very difficult to bring back. Also...
Sounds like the re introduction of wolves into Colorado has been listed on the ballot for 2020. Sounds like a time for sportsman to make ourselves heard.
I currently own kenetrek Mtn extremes UI, the boots are about 3 years old with lots of miles. They leak in snow conditions leaving my feet wet and miserable. I also sweat a lot in the boots which leaves me wet and miserable. I don’t recall this always being and issue and am considering sending...
I am in the market for a new rain jacket. I would like to hear people’s opinions on getting a heavier jacket, like the Sitka thunderhead or Kuiu Yukon and replacing my First lite mid layer for archery backcountry hunts with the rain jacket. I will still carry a Kifaru lost park parka for my...
A few months ago I decided to purchase a long range rifle for hunting and target shooting. This being my first long range setup I wanted to stick around $1000 for rifle and under $1000 for an optic. .300 win mag made sense to me for many reasons (factory ammo selection, and versatility). The...
I am a fairly experienced hunter but this is my first time trying out spring bear. I live in Utah and will be doing a harvest objective permit (any legal weapon) and competing with the houndsmen. For all of you experienced bear hunters what are some things I should be looking for and doing to...
I am a fairly experienced hunter but this is my first time trying out spring bear. I live in Utah and will be doing a harvest objective permit (any legal weapon) and competing with the houndsmen. For all of you experienced bear hunters what are some things I should be looking for and doing to...