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    DIY off the haul road rifle hunt

    You are able to start hunting with a rifle at the 5 mile mark, you will often have to venture further to kill your caribou. I have hunted the North Slope many times and done the tundra death march solo, brutal to say the least. I have encountered many hunters over the years who underestimated...
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    Which sight?

    Like you, I used a 7 pin Spot Hog for years. I went with the Options Canyon Pounder last year and really like the ability to swing open the housing for a single slider pin. Worked great for a single pin on the bear bait and dialed in the exact yardage for my caribou. I do wish the pins were...
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    WTS Iron Will Wide 100gr DEEP SIX - 6 with travel case

    Sent you a message
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    Sold Kimber Hunter 6.5 Creedmoor

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    Best pack frame for heavier loads?

    I have tried a variety of packs over the years and currently using a SG for most hunts. Still...after 20+ years my Barney's external frame is the best for big loads, 100# plus, like brown bear hides and 10 day sheep hunts. The SG is more comfortable for shorter hunts and 60-80# loads. My...
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    Ambler Road Alaska

    Thanks for the info! Signed the petition also.
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    Kodiak Reports?

    I was on the south end at the end of October. I’ve hunted the same area for years and deer were far fewer than years past and the boat based hunters were the highest I’ve seen.
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    Kodiak bear count down

    Congratulations! Thanks for the great pictures and follow up. Kodiak is a wild and wonderful place! Is that rifle a Sako Kodiak .375H&H?
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    Kodiak bear count down

    Looking forward to details and pictures! We got back Nov. 3rd and had a great hunt.
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    Kodiak bear count down

    I'm of the same mind set and would love to spend the full time afield but that temperamental Kodiak weather is the deciding factor. Who are you flying with and what general area? Feel free to message if you'd like. We'll be flying out, weather permitting, on Oct 22nd with Seahawk. It's about all...
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    Kodiak bear count down

    With the cold temperatures and good fleshing I don’t feel it’s necessary and won’t be taking any salt. 2 previous unsalted bear hides turned out great.
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    Kodiak bear count down

    Sounds like you're pretty well set. I'll be flying out the 22nd for my 13th trip to Kodiak. My 18 yo son has a brown bear tag and this will be his 1st time to Kodiak, going to be an adventure for sure! I always take 2 bear fences, 1 for tent and 1 for the meat pole. Last thing you want to come...
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    Favorite Sheep Hunting Pants

    I’ve done 8 sheep hunts here in AK and worn Sporthill 3sp pants every time, most other hunts also, and never thought they were lacking. Personal preference I guess, dry quickly and comfortable.
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    Alaskan fng

    Welcome! Hunted a bit off the road until I could fly out of Kodiak last year. Haul Road is much more fun! Long time resident…
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    2022 AK guided sheep hunt write up

    Nice ram and write up of your hunt. The preparation for a sheep hunt has always been a huge part of the experience. The satisfaction of having that preparation result in harvesting a ram feels so good, though I’ve learned A LOT on my unsuccessful sheep hunts. Congratulations!
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    Moose arrow set up?

    I would keep your current set up. I’ve killed several moose with a bow and most shot opportunities have been close range affairs...25yds or less.
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    What do you do with things you can't fly back with?

    Did they really leave that? I saw a rig parked there as late as the 27th. Could be different folks I guess...
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    Hitting the haul road

    Nice! Being able to cross the river is a huge plus. Got a small bull but looking to head back with my pack raft in a few weeks. I knew better but this was the slowest I've seen it!
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    Haul road

    Talked to your buddy several times when I was there last week, even saw him skinning out this caribou! Seemed like he and his partner were good dudes and hope his partner tagged out. Weather was poor and caribou were far and few between. I did a get a small bull on a fun stalk but hope to head...
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    Best or Favorite Bow EVER

    Still hunting with my Switchback XT. I’ve tried some of the newer models but I can’t give it up. The newer, quieter and faster bows are appealing but the Switchback has worked so well over the years, I don’t NEED a new bow…

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