I think the Joan Bailey books are a good place to start. The Wolters Gun Dog series is pretty good as well. I really think that any dog can be trained. However, the key is the prey drive and the understanding that there will be some inherent abilities a dog breed that isn't normally used for...
I'll second the Range Riders Museum and I'll put a plug in for the Tongue River Winery. Red Rock sports is pretty good for browsing guns and such. I haven't needed to stay there in quite some time but stayed at the Econolodge previously.
I concur with the statements made above. If a guy can dedicate the time to a tension release, first, then a thumb button is a little more forgivable in the woods. I would suggest a HotShot Vapor as a starter in that regard. It is affordable and gives the thumb button feel but forces the tension...
It is my opinion to go with the 280 AI. I like the increased selection of bullets and the forgiving factor of brass (using the parent case and fire form) a little more than the Western. Although I have seen a fair amount of loaded ammo for each, I like the selection of 280 better. I can not...
Looks pretty good and comprehensive. I would drop the puffy pants and add a stocking cap. It has been my experience that wearing my rain gear on those chilly mornings when you aren't doing a lot of hiking helps retain body heat. As for the hat, I sleep cold so it has come in handy for that but...
Live in Sundance, WY but have many friends and family near RC. I'm sure collectively those who have responded can get you the answers you are seeking. I might even have insight to a home for sale if that helps.
I had a similar issue with a 700 Classic from the 80's. I took everything apart and reviewed the functionality and never found anything that was broken or worn. Eventually, I found that I had to pull down or "Force set" the release into the locked position. I did actually clean those pieces and...