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  1. farmermail

    Preferred dates for OTC Idaho

    Start in archery, if no luck, move to rifle. So later in October for myself specific to rifle season. A nice, mature fuzzy mule deer still eludes me....
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    2 elk in one season

    You might want to think about this differently. Instead of "should I take two elk in a year?", think "Do I want the ability to shoot either a cow or a bull while hunting?". I am pretty darn sure even the diverse Rokslide folks would agree that more options will treat you better. Don't assume...
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    Mule Deer-Want to learn what folks look for?

    It sounds like your goal is to hunt high mountain, backcountry areas. Find areas that meet that goal of course as many have said. If your goal is to "kill a nice buck", there are a lot of ways to do that which do not involve back country, especially in October in Idaho.
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    Son’s First Buck - Fall 23

    Outstanding, great job all around.
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    Are rangefinding binos really that good?

    I have both. Combo works great for longer distance, planning a stalk, etc. Still use a small rangefinder for close distance bow or muzzleloader, binos require too much movement when game is inside of 100 yards.
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    Idaho Resident Capped Tag Sale 2024

    Yup. Where we were only 5 folks got through. My kids were 2 of the 5.
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    Cleaning Issues... HELP!

    Could the staining be coming from your cleaning jag?
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    LARGEST caliber used for Prairie DOGs .338 LAPUA

    We shoot varmints with our big game guns (for a few shots anyway), makes for great practice. Get 'em out there past 300, decent wind, not an easy target. Use different rests and shot positions as well.
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    Midsize SUV Experience?

    We have a 2020 Explorer ST (all the bells and whistles), works great for us, roughly 50k miles on it. Had Toyota, Subaru, etc. previously, they worked just fine as well. I am not familiar with common issues (10 speed transmission I think is one), ours has been fine. Couple of nickel/dime...
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    Utah elk hunting

    Lots of beetle kill timber, watch where you camp or park.
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    300 win mag brass

    I use Federal Preium nickel plated, which is good for maybe 4, 5 reloads. Why nickel plated? Just did, no particular reason.
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    Idaho Hunting

    Idaho will take a few years of trial/error to consistently harvest game. If you befriend folks who are consistently successful, will certainly shorten the learning curve. Overall, great opportunity for residents with all the OTC tags, controlled hunts, etc. Is it like many states east of the...
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    Impact of drought on food in burn area

    Mulies don't eat (well, can't survive on) "grass" in the traditional sense like elk/cattle. Bitterbrush, rabbit brush, forbs, flowering plants, leaves, etc. are their main diet. In the spring/summer, new shoots of bunch grasses could be a food source if other, more nutritious browse isn't...
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    Just Go (Archery) Hunt?

    Knowing maps/terrain never hurts. With limited scouting, plan to stick and move. Use your conditioning to cover A LOT of country. Stay mobile, don't commit to any area unless you see game.
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    Keeping Meat good During September Archery Elk Hunt

    Just know: whatever your plan is, it won't work that way. Hunt a mile, no more, from the truck? Your bull will go 2 miles further away before it dies. Stay away from "impossible canyon"? Only bugles will be from there. Carry 100lbs on dry trails? Probably be raining and slicker than you can...
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    Drew Utah-Monroe October Rifle -- guide or DIY as first timer?

    Mossback is great (personal experience). However, price tag is not for the faint of heart.
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    Help selecting new mountain rifle

    Ultra light rifles are a bit like dating a gal from the local gentleman's club: picky on what they like to eat and a bit higher maintenance. If you reload, should be able to get a load to group well and always check zero before a hunt.
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    Best value for the dollar game animals and regions to hunt?

    Good to know and thanks for the heads up. Grew up in Illinois, public land there very limited from the concept of percent of overall (I think is about 5% public, give or take for example). That said, doesn't matter how much land, just that it is huntable and holds game to your point. Been on...
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    Best value for the dollar game animals and regions to hunt?

    Considering prices are all over the place, a bit of math: Let's say one wants to hunt bull elk in the west somewhere. Call it $10k for everything (travel, tag, guide fee, etc.). Might be more, less, fine, but just a number. Africa safari: Plains animals, what, roughly $5k for 6? Airfare...
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    .223, 22-250, .243 for Yotes

    40 grn NBT from a .223 or .221 Fireball seem to anchor dogs for me. Sure, a few runners, but more bang flops than not. Doubles as a fun prarie dog round as well.

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