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  1. CrzyTrekker

    Good ol paper maps and compass

    You can get free USGS quadrangle maps (1:24,000) from the Nat Geo website. Each quadrangle prints on four letter-size sheets of paper. If you have a color printer then you're in business. If you're military trained or understand UTM then you can plot UTM coordinates on these maps. I take paper...
  2. CrzyTrekker

    Who is this weasel??

    Remember Roksliders, all is opinion. The only thing that matters is what you make of your own thoughts, not what some random dude did or didn't do while wearing this brand or the next.
  3. CrzyTrekker

    Cervical spine fusion/backpack hunting

    I haven't had that procedure personally; do know some guys in the ski industry that've had fusions and are still very active outside (think former ski patrollers). Some still ski and elk hunt. Don't minimize the ability of your body to make a strong comeback. Consider eating a whole foods diet...
  4. CrzyTrekker

    Photography- one photo a day

    Bivy Camp in the San Juans
  5. CrzyTrekker

    Great CS from Arc’teryx

    Arc'Teryx is great gear. One the original high-end mountain apparel companies. I love my Arc'Teryx jacket. Glad you had good experience with them.
  6. CrzyTrekker

    Can anyone tell me about Grand Junction, CO ?

    Excellent recreation opportunities. Mountain biking, river running, hunting, hiking, milder winters.
  7. CrzyTrekker

    "Two Legged Predator" Encounters?

    Ran into poachers several years ago during the rifle elk season. No blaze orange. Rural accents. Very sketchy behavior. One nervously talked to me and said "Oh, we were just looking for elk. We have tags for a neighboring unit. But we aren't poaching!" Carrying rifles at the ready of course. I...
  8. CrzyTrekker

    Crosscountry skis for hunting

    If I was looking for a new setup, I wouldn't hesitate to go NNN BC or 75mm 3-Pin. Either way, those bindings are purpose made for BC skis. You want BC skis because they have the correct camber and length to float and turn on deep snow.
  9. CrzyTrekker

    Crosscountry skis for hunting

    I ski the backcountry with 75mm 3-pin bindings. The boots/bindings/skis are very similar to modern tele gear, but better suited for touring the backcountry. Less stiff than tele gear. Still, the boots are beefier than NNN BC boots and thus are warmer and you have better control with a load on...
  10. CrzyTrekker

    2020-2024 Colorado Big Game Season Structure Info

    I agree. Been doing this long enough to have seen significant changes in the backcountry. I would support a limited draw archery hunt. Wouldn't like it, but would support it.
  11. CrzyTrekker

    Going above treeline question

    Plenty of animals around 8,500-10,000 feet during that season.
  12. CrzyTrekker

    If you could pick anyone to hunt with, how would it be?

    I wouldn't mind exploring the Okavango Delta in on open Land Rover with Peter Hathaway Capstick.
  13. CrzyTrekker

    How much clothes for a 5 day hunt?

    1 change of socks.
  14. CrzyTrekker

    Moose mistaken for Elk

    Depends on an individual's system of values I suppose. It's gonna vary from person to person.
  15. CrzyTrekker

    Moose mistaken for Elk

    I respect the self-report, and find it hard to censure another guy when I wasn't there.
  16. CrzyTrekker

    Solo Backpack Archery - Gear Help

    Sometimes I'll archery hunt without binos. You can usually see/hear rutting elk if you're in a good area that you pre-scouted in July and August. IMHO good quality boots should be one of your first serious purchases.
  17. CrzyTrekker

    help stomach issues dehydrated meals like mountain house, backpackers pantry, other

    I agree some foods on the grocery shelves are good substitutes for freeze dried.
  18. CrzyTrekker

    help stomach issues dehydrated meals like mountain house, backpackers pantry, other

    Maybe limit yourself to 1 freeze dried meal (mountain house, etc.) per day. Bring a high fiber/low sugar oatmeal packet or similar for breakfast. Bring a couple small pieces of fruit and veggies (for example apples, carrots) to snack on. Eat a Fiber One brownie every day. Bring whole foods like...
  19. CrzyTrekker

    Social media paranoia

    You guys are making me feel good about only packing a small Garmin Foretrex 401 and otherwise relying on paper maps/handwritten notes.
  20. CrzyTrekker

    Nightmare trip

    This is real simple. You have to vet a partner rigorously before heading out. Work out together. Plan together. Backpack together on short overnight trips to scout your area. You should have multiple information points before committing to a hunt. Above all, take responsibility for yourself and...

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