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Forum: Big Game Hunting
09-17-2017, 08:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,521
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Bow hunting antelope is a blast. Have you shot a...

Bow hunting antelope is a blast. Have you shot a Boone and Crockett buck? Up your standards and it'll make the hunt more challenging.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
08-24-2017, 07:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,391
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Definitely see Devils Tower. Pictures can't...

Definitely see Devils Tower. Pictures can't begin to do it justice. Pretty much the same for Mt. Rushmore.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
08-06-2017, 07:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 493
Posted By wyomingtrapper

I'm a fan of fixed blade, but rage are proven....

I'm a fan of fixed blade, but rage are proven. Nothing is going to do much good, if you hit that shoulder bone.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
03-31-2017, 10:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,010
Posted By wyomingtrapper

I prefer to hunt alone. Even with the kids...

I prefer to hunt alone. Even with the kids (youngest is 17), we camp together, but hunt separately. The exception might be antelope. We like to hunt them together.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
11-26-2016, 05:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,391
Posted By wyomingtrapper

The goats are mixed. Most of mine have alpine in...

The goats are mixed. Most of mine have alpine in them, though the horns indicate toggenberg in a couple. I've a dark brown one that is half oberhasli and half alpine. For most of our purposes, breed...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
11-25-2016, 03:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,391
Posted By wyomingtrapper

IDK Rob, I've never put a tape to them.

IDK Rob, I've never put a tape to them.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
11-24-2016, 06:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,391
Posted By wyomingtrapper

I started looking into the goats a few years ago,...

I started looking into the goats a few years ago, but got more serious about it when I ended up with a herniated disc packing a big buck out four years ago. They've been pack animals for thousands...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
11-07-2016, 12:21 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 11,283
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Deer, 325 yards. Antelope, 422.

Deer, 325 yards. Antelope, 422.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-30-2016, 07:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,391
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Season's end...

DEER
This year was a contrast to last year. Opening day last year I saw 13 bucks on opening day, by 1:30 in the afternoon. Three of those were shooters.

This year I saw 8 small bucks in four...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
02-24-2016, 06:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,538
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Bob H in NH, 40 lbs is about right for an...

Bob H in NH,
40 lbs is about right for an antelope buck. The largest mule deer I've killed provided 80 to 85 lbs of meat. That is meat only, no bones, well trimmed. I don't leave much of anything...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
02-24-2016, 06:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,538
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Topgun is right. Load it up, keep it iced, drain...

Topgun is right. Load it up, keep it iced, drain the water, keep it out of the sun... It'll be fine. If you have the time, a local butcher would probably be willing to freeze it overnight. Frozen...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
02-09-2016, 06:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,165
Posted By wyomingtrapper

The value of the service (outfitter or guide) is...

The value of the service (outfitter or guide) is what is supported by the market. Whether we as individuals can afford that is based on our circumstance and priorities. As soon a tip becomes...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
01-26-2016, 06:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,837
Posted By wyomingtrapper

You might have a chance in the snow, but remember...

You might have a chance in the snow, but remember to not be right on the track. Stay downwind of them, as you would tracking an elk or deer. Just close enough to still see the track or circle out...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
12-11-2015, 05:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,364
Posted By wyomingtrapper

If you are packing camp in, and elk and camp out,...

If you are packing camp in, and elk and camp out, on your back. Be realistic about how far in you are going. You can figure about 160 lbs of meat off a yearling cow, 200+ off an average cow or...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
11-13-2015, 06:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,188
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Call the DWR/Game and Fish/ what ever they are...

Call the DWR/Game and Fish/ what ever they are called there. The bear's comfort, even after she yelled at it, makes it a nuisance bear and a significant risk to her.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-25-2015, 08:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 892
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Congrats on a great hunt. You will often find...

Congrats on a great hunt. You will often find mulies in areas where the antelope hang out
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-24-2015, 06:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,377
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Great write up and pics! Love that heavy dark...

Great write up and pics! Love that heavy dark rack.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-01-2015, 07:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,655
Posted By wyomingtrapper

They are pretty gray, but it is mostly the...

They are pretty gray, but it is mostly the lighting. You can't tell from the pics, but it was raining pretty steadily and I messed with the contrast and saturation of the pic to try to get the...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
09-23-2015, 06:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,655
Posted By wyomingtrapper

He was a region G buck. It was a rifle hunt,...

He was a region G buck. It was a rifle hunt, though in bow range.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
09-16-2015, 09:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,655
Posted By wyomingtrapper

It is fairly the norm for them to be hard horned...

It is fairly the norm for them to be hard horned by now. I will occasionally see a few younger bucks with velvet still. Of the 13 bucks I saw yesterday, two were in velvet and the rest rubbed off. I...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
09-16-2015, 07:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,655
Posted By wyomingtrapper

2015 buck

This year's buck, opening day of the rifle hunt. Raining all day. Shot him in his bed, 30-40 yards.
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b244/andrewparker/1.jpg...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
09-09-2015, 06:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 724
Posted By wyomingtrapper

"Any ideas what he'd score?" Enough! He's a...

"Any ideas what he'd score?" Enough! He's a great buck with a lot of character. Smile in those pics!
Forum: Big Game Hunting
03-08-2015, 05:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 830
Posted By wyomingtrapper

I'd contact the local realtors and look in the...

I'd contact the local realtors and look in the real estate section of the local classifieds, for a start.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
02-22-2015, 07:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,986
Posted By wyomingtrapper

A lot of great advice. Just to second, "In the...

A lot of great advice. Just to second, "In the long run you are doing no service giving away hunts." Don't undersell yourself. A mistake many make, starting out in many businesses, is that they...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
02-15-2015, 08:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,801
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Sounds like you had a great time. Some great...

Sounds like you had a great time. Some great animals as well!
Forum: Big Game Hunting
11-22-2014, 07:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,544
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Boots, gloves, back pack, butchering equipment,...

Boots, gloves, back pack, butchering equipment, camping gear...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-28-2014, 06:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,779
Posted By wyomingtrapper

I don't find seeing elk with my 8.5x42s at two...

I don't find seeing elk with my 8.5x42s at two miles to be a problem. Again, the quality of the glass can make a difference. Many of us hunt in varied areas. Thick timber, open sage, steep canyon...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-27-2014, 07:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,779
Posted By wyomingtrapper

I would agree with slukipv1. The quality of...

I would agree with slukipv1. The quality of glass has much influence too. 8x42 Swarovskis are far superior to 10x50 many other brands. There are other brands as well that make high end glass that...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-27-2014, 07:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 923
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Enjoyable pics and narrative!

Enjoyable pics and narrative!
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-16-2014, 08:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 644
Posted By wyomingtrapper

A great experience. Appreciate the pictures and...

A great experience. Appreciate the pictures and narrative. This will likely always be one of the favorite memories you two share.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-13-2014, 08:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,080
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Grief is never easy, but if we allow ourselves to...

Grief is never easy, but if we allow ourselves to celebrate the lost life, rather than our loss, peace tends to come quicker. Congrats on your hunt, a good brother, and that you and your dad got to...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-13-2014, 08:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,607
Posted By wyomingtrapper

My first call would be to the local game warden.

My first call would be to the local game warden.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-12-2014, 02:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,472
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Great narrative and pics! I really enjoyed it....

Great narrative and pics! I really enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing the hunt with us.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-10-2014, 05:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,753
Posted By wyomingtrapper

My observation is that the animals do not know...

My observation is that the animals do not know where it comes from. I've seen animals, at a shot, stand and look different directions, mill about, run in one direction for a bit and the turn and run...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-08-2014, 07:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,753
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Nomercy448 hit the nail on the head.

Nomercy448 hit the nail on the head.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
09-12-2014, 07:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 559
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Parts of Wyoming. A couple of inches in Casper. I...

Parts of Wyoming. A couple of inches in Casper. I hear in the neighborhood of six inches in Gillette.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
09-03-2014, 07:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,001
Posted By wyomingtrapper

One thing to consider in the balance, is size and...

One thing to consider in the balance, is size and weight. I will maintain that you will find animals with a spotter that you won't with binos, but you have to decide whether it is worth it. Are you...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
08-10-2014, 06:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,001
Posted By wyomingtrapper

I carry a spotter during the deer hunt and often...

I carry a spotter during the deer hunt and often find myself doing a quick glassing of a basin with the binoculars and then spending a couple of hours just using the spotting scope. It really shines...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
07-20-2014, 11:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,937
Posted By wyomingtrapper

I'd agree with ridge runner. Placement of the...

I'd agree with ridge runner. Placement of the shot will make the difference. Several shots, with none doing serious CNS, organ, or vascular damage will not quickly bring much of any big game animal...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
06-23-2014, 08:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,650
Posted By wyomingtrapper

I expect a sling will be your best bet. You could...

I expect a sling will be your best bet. You could easily make one that is adjustable to set the tension and adjust as needed. I would make a cover for it as well, to protect it while on your back,...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
04-26-2014, 06:18 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,570
Posted By wyomingtrapper

buffybr, You've been busy! Great collection...

buffybr,
You've been busy! Great collection of trophies.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
04-26-2014, 06:16 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 30,714
Posted By wyomingtrapper

No place is perfect. I've lived in Wyoming 38...

No place is perfect. I've lived in Wyoming 38 years and haven't seen anywhere else that would lure me away, though there are no doubt nice places in many states. Racism is something that isn't well...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
04-08-2014, 07:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,490
Posted By wyomingtrapper

How are you planning to hunt them? Dogs, bait,...

How are you planning to hunt them? Dogs, bait, spot and stalk? The general consensus is that spring bear will have much nicer fur (until they rub) and fall bears will be larger. If you are spot...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
03-15-2014, 08:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,063
Posted By wyomingtrapper

You will find that new people seeking such...

You will find that new people seeking such information will often be held suspect as the animal rights religionists tend to seek information for their crusades on hunting forums. You will get better...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
03-06-2014, 05:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,641
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Nothing can totally prepare you for a serious...

Nothing can totally prepare you for a serious altitude change, but google tabata and put these workouts into action. They are short, extremely cardio intense, and the research indicates they give you...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
02-18-2014, 10:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,819
Posted By wyomingtrapper

You are more accurate with the .357. Choose a...

You are more accurate with the .357. Choose a load with penetration in mind and go with it.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-13-2013, 05:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 915
Posted By wyomingtrapper

Congrats on a couple of great bucks! Hard to...

Congrats on a couple of great bucks! Hard to beat a family hunt.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-13-2013, 05:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,058
Posted By wyomingtrapper

I've never had bad antelope and it as good as any...

I've never had bad antelope and it as good as any game meat out there. I've never observed a difference in the taste of sage vs. alfalfa for deer or antelope. We get it skinned, boned and on ice...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-11-2013, 12:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,348
Posted By wyomingtrapper

I think for the cost of shipping, you can catch...

I think for the cost of shipping, you can catch meat on sale at the store for less.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
09-22-2013, 08:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,291
Posted By wyomingtrapper

I answered with out specifics to area. I don't...

I answered with out specifics to area. I don't remember the boundaries.
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