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    Effective Glassing Range

    Would like to hear some opinions on what most would consider to be effective glassing range for deer and elk? I know, it depends on a lot of variables, but for the sake of arguement, let's say we are talking about a high vantage point with fairly open terrain, clear weather, a quality 20-60x...
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    New Mexico 5b Late Season Elk

    I am hunting the late season(December 16-20) rifle season in 5B this year. I have never been, and would like to bounce my game plan off of someone who knows the area well to make sure I'm heading in the right direction. I promise I will not ask for any specific areas, I'm not just trying to get...
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    New Mexico 5b Late Season

    I am hunting the late season(December 16-20) rifle season in 5B this year. I have never been, and would like to bounce my game plan off of someone who knows the area well to make sure I'm heading in the right direction. I promise I will not ask for any specific areas, I'm not trying to get...
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    Best Mountain Boot

    I know the word "best" is subject to opinion, and that the "best" boot is the one that fits your foot, but lets hear some opinions of some favorite mountain boots on the market. In the market for a new pair and looking for some ideas for some that I might not have heard of or overlooked. From...
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    Dakotas Elk Draw/ Eastern States Elk Draw

    I'm 23 and have set a goal for myself that I want to take an elk in every US state that has a NR season. That being said, I know that I have to start the process of building points now as many states may take upwards of 20 years to draw. I've found good info for the western states, but can't...
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    Non Resident Elk

    So, I've tried but found very little information on California NR Elk info. What type of points system does California have for NR elk? Are there any realistic chances of getting drawn in less than 10 years or is it a once in a lifetime type deal?
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    Washington Draw System

    So someone give me the rundown for the Washington NR draw system for elk. What type of point system? Reasonable draw odds? Can you purchase bonus/preference points without paying the full tag amount? This is one of the states that is hard to find info on
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    Oregon Draw System

    So someone give me the rundown for the Oregon NR draw system for elk. What type of point system? Reasonable draw odds? Can you purchase bonus/preference points without paying the full tag amount? This is one of the states that is hard to find info on
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    Montana Draw Question

    For a NR, can you purchase just a bonus point in the Montana draw, or do you have to pay the entire tag amount at application?
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    Nevada Draw Question

    For a NR, can you purchase just a bonus point in the Nevada draw, or do you have to pay the entire tag amount at application?
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    Colorado Bonus Point

    I am a young guy and plan to start investing in the lottery systems of multiple states and to start building points up. My question is this, in a bonus point state like Colorado where a bonus point can be purchased, if it is a year where you are not looking to draw, can you just pay the $40 and...
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    Most Remote Units in Colorado

    I have a pretty simple question. I am going OTC 2nd or 3rd rifle elk this year in CO. My plan is to pack in 10 or more miles from the nearest vehicle access roads, and not see another person for the entire hunt. I wont ask for any honey holes, basically all I'm asking is what are some opinions...
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    Colorado unit 12

    I am going on my first ever elk hunt in unit 12 later this month for the third rifle season. If I can tag a legal bull I would be thrilled. Anyone with some experience in the unit have some info that they could dm me regarding the lay of the land, what to expect, etc. Any info is helpful and...
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    Tripod question

    I am elk hunting in co this year and I need to get both a tripod for shooting and a tripod for glassing with my binos. My question is, is there a tripod that can double as a shooting stick and as a tripod that can be used for glassing with my binoculars? I know they make an adapter where you can...
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    Map study

    I will be going on my first elk hunt this year. I am hunting in the Routte area of Colorado in the third rifle season(oct 31-nov 7th). I'm wanting to know what kind of things should be areas to focus in on in my map study? I am trying to put together a game plan and am just wondering what should...
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    Best trophy elk units in the west

    I am 22 and want to start putting into the draw every year for some of the true dream bull elk hunt units in several states. Starting this year, I am going to start hunting otc units in CO, so for my draw units, I want to put in for those true gem trophy bull elk units. I would like if some...
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    Best trophy mule deer hunting in Colorado

    I am 22 and want to start putting in for some true dream hunt draws out west. I am not necessarily looking for a "quick fix" type hunt. I want to know a few units in Colorado that I should start putting in every year that would offer me my best chance at the always sought after 190" buck. Like I...