I've had both the Mini and Bivy. Both work well. I think the monthly plan on the Bivy is a better deal than the Mini. I also had some interface issues with my Android phone and the Mini that Garmin was unable to resolve. If you are using one of these devices to communicate with the outside world...
For sale is a First Lite Seak Stormtight Rain Jacket. Size is large and the color is dry earth. Jacket is in excellent condition and I have only used it a few times. No rips, stains, smells, or other issues. A really nice jacket. Asking $250 TYD
For sale is a brand new Leupold SX-5 Santiam HD 27-55x80 spotting scope. It has only be taken out of the box in the house once. Absolutely mint as new condition. Super nice scope. Comes with a neoprene protective cover and lense caps. Asking $1200 TYD.
Look up Bill West and or Bill Gibbons. I've trained a few dogs using the West/Gibbons method and it is awesome. There is also a guy on the east coast by the name of Mo Lindley. He uses the West/Gibbons method and he has a book...
For sale is a pair of Salewa Raven boots size 11.5. I put about 40 miles on them and decided they weren't what I needed. Stored in the closet since. Soles show almost no wear and original footbeds are clean. Asking $110 TYD
For sale is a nearly brand new (used once) Kifaru Cargo Panel. Lots of attachment points and heavy duty 1000D Cordura. Excellent for hauling just about anything. Has a nice pocket and includes all the straps. Asking $125 TYD.
I broke an ear on my elk decoy this season stuffing it in my pack so I decided to modify it a bit. I cut the other ear off and stitched some elastic webbing to both sides of each ear. The tension holds them straight but I can now fold them without worry. 8 months until field testing begins.
Wipe down the quarters with a 50/50 vinegar and water solution. Keep changing out the towels. Gets all the hair, dirt, and other contaminants off the meat. Then hang the quarters if cool enough or on ice in a cooler as others have suggested. I carry food grade plastic bags if I need to throw...