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    First Lite Uncompaghre Puffy Jacket 2.0 Thoughts?

    Hello, I've been thinking of pulling the trigger on this jacket for future hunting seasons for a while now. Just wondering what you guys think of it if you own it? Good for mountain hunting in all different kinds of weather (Rain, snow, Cold temps., warm temps., winds, sunny. etc. ) Thanks you...
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    Trekking Pole Recommendations?

    Hello, I've been using a pair of Carbon Fiber Sherpa Lite Poles by Leki for the past couple seasons. Good poles, but the clasps are plastic & tend to break which is no good in the backcountry. I'm wondering if you guys have any recommendations on a new set of poles? Ideally I'd like carbon fiber...
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    Does Nebraska operate on a Preference Points System for Big Game?

    Hello, Nebraska always sends me hunting brochures in the mail every year, so I am wondering - does Nebraska operate on a preference points system, like my home state of Colorado does? Or do they handle it differently? Good luck out there CJ
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    How much does your spike camp pack weigh?

    My packs' coming in about 50 lbs with 7 days worth of food & my camp supplies + jacket. What about you?
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    Any Boise, Idahoans out there?

    Hey! I got a tip on a job in Boise Idaho & I'm wondering if anyone out there can provide a bit about their experience residing there? I'm a CO native & I've been trying to do some researching. How has your experience been? Good hunting opportunities? Big Mountains? Grizzly bears? Thx!
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    Backcountry Pack Weight? Kifaru Packs

    Hello all, I'm just wondering the ballpark weight of your hunting pack is for spike camp style backcountry hunting. Mine comes in at about 40 pounds & I feel that I am only bringing items that you absolutely need. Not packing in the big spotter etc. I'm also wondering which Kifaru pack you may...
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    Camp Bear Fence Recommendation?

    Hello, Just wondering if any of you fellas might have a preferred bear fence that you use around your camp in grizz country? Or maybe you could share an experience you may have from using this gear in the backcountry? Thank you!!
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    Colorado Elk/ Other Ungulates Recovery after 2023 Winter

    Hello, This last Colorado winter we just had was the worst we've had in decades is what I've been reading over the last few months. It was especially hard on deer & elk I know. Other species I can't really speak on their survival because I don't really know to be honest. But I was at a CPW...
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    Fixed Blade Knife for backcountry hunts

    Hello, Been thinking I need to eventually get a good fixed blade knife to keep on my belt for backcountry hunts, for general use, or as a last resort kind of thing- god forbid you find yourself in a bad situation in the backcountry. I'm just wondering what kind of knife y'all use for this...
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    How does the MT points system work?

    Montana - is it a preference point system? random draw? 90/10? how does it work? THX
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    NM elk general draw question

    Just wondering how the draw process works in NM for big game animals. I know in my state of Colorado they have a preference points system. Is NM the same way? or something different? Thank ya
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    Athlon 10x42 binoculars for Sale

    Hi guys, I am looking to sell my Athlon 10 x 42 binoculars. They come with an adjustable chest strap, and they work very well. I have used them for two fall seasons, and I am looking to upgrade. There’s nothing wrong with these at all they are in great shape hope you will give them a look. I am...
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    Horsemen, what 2 cents can you pitch in for using Horses/Mules on Big Game Hunts?

    Hey guys, so I've been putting in a lot of work this month, & doing a lot of failing, until I was finally able to find a good area & get on some elk this archery season. Long story short, on my last outing, I ended up cutting my trip a day short, because I figured if I got lucky & harvested-...
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    What Binoculars Do You Like for Big Game?

    What's up y'all? Just a quick question. I'm just wondering what binoculars y'all may like for glassing up big game at distance. Currently I have some Athlon 10x42's. I've been in the woods trying to get on some elk, & I notice with these that I can glass up an elk at distance no problem. Where I...
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    Better to Draw a tag to hunt every couple years? Or wait to cash in big at hard to draw area?

    Just wondering your opinion. Would you rather be able to draw a tag every couple years to elk hunt in an area that requires only a couple points to draw? Or play the long game and wait 10- 20 years to cash in on a once-in-a-lifetime area? I was contemplating whether it would be better to hunt...
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    Going archery elk hunting during muzzleloader week?

    Is it even worth it as an archer to go elk hunting during the muzzleloader week in Colorado ? Just curious of your opinion thank you
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    Drawing NR Moose Tag

    How many years do you think it might take draw a NR Moose tag in Wyoming? (If ever)
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    Drawing WY Bighorn Tag NR

    How many years do you think it would take to draw a bighorn tag in Wyoming for a Colorado resident, if ever?
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    Archery Elk Hunting Tactic

    Just curious to hear y’all’s opinion - in your mind, what is the most effective way to chase these elk in September? Calling a lot, raking trees, making your presence felt - versus taking a stealthy approach - glassing elk and sneaking in quiet as a cat - Just curious how y’all like to play it -...
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    Is a Bugle tube really necessary ?

    Don’t laugh , but, I remember leaving a bugle tube in the woods last fall, and to my amazement, it seemed like a toilet paper roll worked just as well for bugling, with a diaphragm call of course. Plus every Tom Dick and harry has a bugle tube. Sometimes I feel like I’m better off just cupping...
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