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    3 point muledeer genetics

    To an extent the healthiest bucks have the available resources to put into the largest antlers. So while I don't think does are counting points, antler size can play an indirect role in the overall health of a deer herd.
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    3 point muledeer genetics

    Culling 3 points only works if you dont "cull" the biggest deer at the same time. How many places leave the biggest bucks to breed does year after year until they die of old age? That is why culling 3 pts rarely works, the largest bucks are still facing the greatest selection pressure. It...
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    Muzzleloader shoot

    Looks like a great time! Wish I had something like this a little closer.
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    Savage or winchester

    I would get the savage, but for me guns are a tool, and their job is making holes that are really close together. I bought a model 70 fwt a couple years ago. Love the look of it, action is smooth, fit and finish seem great, but accuracy wise it's the most inconsistent gun I have. I haven't...
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    Big sow down

    Congrats, and nice shooting!
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    Sasquatch/Bigfoot/ Steve Isdahl

    Definitely a skeptic here. However, there are definitely things I have experienced in the woods that I can't explain. Part of me would love it if they were found to be real, I think alot of what draws us to hunting and nature is the mystery of not knowing what we will find over the next...
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    Long range muzzleloader for AZ and NM

    I have to agree with Lewis, our western muzzleloader seasons were not structured around these 500+ yd muzzleloaders. In many cases we are given better dates, either earlier or later (many in the rut), and longer seasons. The only way to allow ever increasing technology, is to reduce...
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    First Time Coues Hunt 2019 Trip Report

    Great write up, a Coues hunt is on my bucket list, and this just made me want to do it sooner rather than later. You're dad sounds like a deer spotting machine! Congrats on a great hunt.
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    Euro mount brain removal tool

    I twist a small circle in the end of a stiff wire and put the straight end in a cordless drill (think tiny egg beater). Works pretty good to scramble things, then I spray them out.
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    Age Class

    I know a lot of the guys that hunt the area I was referring to. Alot of them aren't missing. The decline in buck numbers and age class I have observed, has occurred over multiple years and has primarily been on summer scouting trips prior to the season and after the season during the rut. So...
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    Age Class

    In my part of the world areas with thicker cover definitely hold older age class deer as long as they aren't so thick that theres no feed. I am trying to learn to hunt these areas, but it can be extremely frustrating. I used to hunt some remote, steep, rugged, big canyons that were relatively...
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    Utah Elk - Guided vs DIY

    I'd go diy. Since many of the hard to draw elk units in the state are basically once in a lifetime hunts, you're likely to get a lot more information from locals than for something like a general season elk or deer tag. Many have no problem giving out info for LE elk as opportunity is so...
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    Newbie mule deer hunter with new spotting scope

    I have that same spotter. I've been using it for 5 years. Mine is capable out to 1000 yds when atmospheric conditions allow. Once I get over 30 power the image degrades, so I keep mine between 15 and 30. Overall I feel it's a great little scope, especially for the cost.
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    Hunting/Skinning Knife build

    Very nicely done!
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    Late Season Muzzlelaoder Mule Deer Hunt

    That was a good ride! Thanks to both of you for posting so we could tag along.
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    Late Season Muzzlelaoder Mule Deer Hunt

    If only deer had ground growth like Christmas trees after they hit the ground😄 I swear they keep growing right up until you try and stand them up in your house and realize another 6 inches need to come off before it will fit.
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    Anyone running 6x fixed scopes for most hunting?

    I think you'll be even more pleased on an animal vs. a target. The vitals of deer and elk are much bigger than the itty bitty groups we try to shoot at the range.
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    Late Season Muzzlelaoder Mule Deer Hunt

    You're making the right decision, no buck is worth sacrificing your family. Spend the time you need to at home, then get back out there and get him!
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    Good primer for muzzleloader terminology

    Give some examples of some of the terminology that you find confusing, and we can help you out. It's just like any other type of specialized activity, takes a bit to understand it all, but that's what makes it fun.
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    Late Season Muzzlelaoder Mule Deer Hunt

    That acorn buck is cool, I've only ever seen one, and he was even smaller than that one. Hopefully you can get in on that big one and seal the deal! I'll be sad your season will be over though, then even my vicarious mule deer hunting will be over.

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