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I think I will just set the parallax adjustment on the scope to infinity and call it good. Am I going to cause my self problems down the road for elk and deer hunting? Thanks for your assistance. Very much appreciated. Gman

I purchased a Zeiss 3x15x50 scope and am trying to become a little more acquainted with the parallax adjustment. The setting goes from 50 yards to infinity with 9 hash marks in between. Can someone tell me what each hash mark represents? Any assistance will be appreciated as the old cowboy may...

With another $200 increase in Wyoming for the special license for non resident elk effective 1/1/2018 there comes a point where one decides to go elsewhere which leaves the State of Wyoming with even more budget problems.

I am looking at purchasing a Zeiss Conquest HD5 3-15x50MM Z Plex scope but have some questions on the top and side turrets? It looks like the turrets can be turned to adjust for elevation and windage with the numbers shown on the turrets. I have now shown my total lack of knowledge on this...

Will be doing a hunt this coming fall on horseback and need the advice of the members on what to wear to avoid the chafing on my legs after a long ride on horseback. Any thoughts on how to avoid this issue would be very much appreciated!! Gman

I am looking at purchasing a Ruger rifle in .300 Win Mag and would like to get the members thoughts as to whether I am making a good decision or not and what would you purchase in place of the Ruger. Thank you in advance for your assistance and Merry Christmas. Gman

I need the members input. What type of rifle sling works the best as I am having a problem with my rifle sliding off my shoulder and have seen some holders that position the barrel on your side for easy access. Has anyone used one and do they attach to a backpack or are they part of the pack...

I have owned a Zeiss Conquest 4.5 - 14x44 for a number of years and have come to the conclusion that I just plain don't understand the Parallax adjustment on the scope. I have read up on how to set the adjustment and finally set it at 200 yards and let her buck!! ( excuse the pun) I am not sure...

I am going to purchase a pair of pack boots and am trying to decide between a 10" and 13" height. Would the 13" be too high and rub on my calf or would the 10" be too low for walking in snow. Boy, do I have some major conundrums in my life:) But seriously, I do want to purchase the correct boot...

I need a good gun case for my rifle and shotgun. One that is TSA approved . Any assistance from the members would be great! Gman

I would like to know what the groups opinion is on taking a frontal shot with a rifle on an elk? Some articles I have read say that if placement is made correctly that this can be a good shot to take? Where if any is the best placement for a frontal shot? Thanks and happy trails to all the EHJ...

I need the members help .... again. I am looking at purchasing a 300 Win Mag and don't know if I should go with a 24" or 26" barrel? What are the advantages and disadvantages of both lengths? I always appreciate the assistance all of you have given me in the past and am anxious to see what...

Hi to all the members and hope all of your hunts go well. I have a question for the members that I need your assistance with. I shoot a 300 Win Mag and use factory load 180 grain shells. I find that Federal no longer makes the Barnes Triple Shok and they have now gone to the Trophy Copper...

I have never used the moon phases ( full moon vs. new moon) as a tool for big game hunting and would like the members help on what to look for and what times are the best for hunting big game. I guess that I am already assuming that the various phases can be used for hunting to increase a...

I need some help from my fellow members. I believe that if I am shooting up hill or downhill ( lets say at a 45 degree angle) that in both cases I aim lower than if I were shooting in flat country? Any assistance is always very much appreciated. Gman ( that turns 70 in a few months and...

I am looking at buying a 223 rifle for prairie dogs and other small " critters" and would like the members opinion on what make/model rifle to buy. I am not looking at spending a lot of money and would go with a bolt action. Any suggestions would be very much appreciated. I turn 70 in October...

I need the groups help or experience with a bullet I am looking at for my 300 Win Mag for an upcoming elk hunt. The bullet / shell is the Federal Vital Shok in the Barnes Triple Shock which is a lead free all copper bullet. Any thought or suggestions from the members would be very much...

I need some help from the group on what you do to prevent the ol sore butt conundrum while riding horse back. I know the first thing is to just ride prior to that big hunt, but isn't there something else that can help this ol green horn. I was thinking that maybe there are some padded shorts or...

I need assistance from the group as I can dull a hunting knife in a few minutes of attempting to get an edge on a knife. What sharpener / stone have you found to work best for you? I appreciate any help you can give me. Thanks and happy trails out there this fall. gman

Wanted to ask the group what their experience has been with bear spray? What is the preferred brand to buy and best place to purchase the spray. Thanks for your assistance. gman