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    How rare is a 200 inch mule deer

    That's a pretty good looking buck. He might be close to 190. Sometimes their bodies are so big they make the antlers look smaller. On my buck the outside spread on the main frame is 22 1/2 inches. Here is the score chart for him.
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    Old dudes and old photos.

    My first big buck. Montana 1976. Our camp. I had to ferry everything three miles to camp in my old '71 Dodge Power Wagon because the road was so nasty. The locals called it California Camp. Inside the cook tent. This was my folks first wall tent. It had 4 foot side walls and was a little...
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    Elk Hunting/ Family Camping Tent Suggestions?

    I'm a wall tent guy too. For what you want though it may not be the way to go. It just takes too long to setup and take down. That said, there's nothing like a wall tent with a wood stove.
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    How rare is a 200 inch mule deer

    This one is my biggest at 213. I always thought I'd get a bigger one but it hasn't happened yet. I doubt that it will too. He has a 192 frame with only a 17 6/8 inside spread.
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    How rare is a 200 inch mule deer

    So what are the odds of getting two 200 inch bucks on the same trip ? These two bucks were taken on public land on our own during a big family type hunt. There were 17 of us at camp including the wives and my nephew. Probably the best hunt/hunting camp I've ever been in, in 60 odd years of deer...
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    Chasing Big Muleys and Mental Endurance

    Having your camp in order at the start of the hunt is a big thing. You need to get your firewood cut and your groceries stocked up. You want to be comfortable when you get back from a tough day on the mountain not just trying to survive if the weather is cold and wet. Nothing like a hot meal and...
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    Super zoom bridge cameras- FZ300 vs SX70

    I have the Canon SX10 (20X) and I've been happy with it. It is small enough that it goes everywhere with me. I've also been looking at the SX70 for a little more reach. So far as low light goes, I would think it would be better than my old SX10 (think newer). Here are a few photos taken with my...
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    Cowgirls…

    Cowboys are getting whooped ... 41 to 16 start of the 4th quarter.
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    Badger fights to the death.

    I think they go through life pissed off. We were traveling in a International Travelall above tree line in the Gravelleys one year when we came around a rock pile. A badger was in the road. He immediately ran towards us and started chewing on the front tire and then he attacked the fender. Mean...
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    NFL on Peacock 😡

    Total money grab by the NFL. I'm not a fan of either team but I'd like to watch the game. I'm sure as hell not going to subscribe to do it. BS for sure.
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    N568 instead of Retumbo

    Retumbo is out of stock at Midsouth as of 10:15 am. They did have H1000 though.
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    Dogs Terrified of New Mounts

    We had a male Shih Tzu that went nuts over my sheep mount when I bought it home. He didn't mind the deer or antelope but that ram was bad news. My mother in law would not sleep in the guest bedroom because of a deer mount. She hated the thought that the buck was staring at her. I never did take...
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    Who is dropping their standards?

    Am I lowering my standards ? No. I have always looked for a good mature buck and will continue to do so. I don't shoot young bucks or does. I don't care if you do though. If you have the tag and it makes you happy, then I'm happy. Do I wish you held out for a mature buck ? Sure, but it's your...
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    Old dudes and old photos.

    When I was a young dude and could just throw those California forkies over my shoulder. Hated all the ticks though. Those bucks were full of them. For Robby : our friend Doug Ayers was at the check station in his CHP cruiser when we came out of the backcountry with this buck.
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    Can You Show Some Bucks With Known Scores?

    What do you guys think about this one ? I found this Nevada buck in a flat with cedars and sage. It was tough to get a clear view of him because he was with 4 other bucks and they were feeding through the trees. I told my buddy I thought he was a 170 buck. My friend had never taken one this...
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    Question for the 301 Level Deer Hunters From a 201 Guy

    Colorado V. About as hardcore mule deer hunter as there is. My hat's off to you ! Living the life.
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    2006 Toyota 4Runner electrical problems?

    Glad you got it figured out. For more help on other issues you might want to check out this site https://www.toyota-4runner.org/4th-gen-t4rs/
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    NAPA CV Axles

    I've had Napa CV axles on my 04 4runner for over 3 years with no problems.
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    How rare is a 200 inch mule deer

    I've killed 2 and missed 1, a giant slick horned 4X4 that would go 210 or so. He haunts my dreams. I've seen 2 others, one my godson killed and another on private property. All were seen while hunting in Colorado. These 5 were the only ones I've seen in 60 years of hunting. I think a 200 incher...
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    Can You Show Some Bucks With Known Scores?

    Yes, they are. This one is my first big buck. When I shot him I thought he was just another 22 inch 4X4. When I walked up to him I was just blown away by his size. His antlers came out to his ears (26 inches) and his body was stretched out like an elk ! I had no idea they could get so big. We...

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