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  1. Hilltop

    Unit 16 Elk Wyoming

    A good portion of those studs were taken on private... Do your homework before cashing in max points.
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    The Wild Game Eats Thread...

    First taste of elk steak from this years bull. He has amazing flavor- almost no game to him at all. I did a very simple marinade and then rubbed with garlic, salt, and pepper. Reverse sear- slowly brought strap up to 132 degrees before pulling to rest. Brought grill up to 450. Seared 1...
  3. Hilltop

    Wyoming Moose

    Me either. I helped on an archery hunt and saw quite a few moose on NF during September.
  4. Hilltop

    DIY elk euro hanger

    I received my elk hangers yesterday. Very well built! It will be a bit before I hang my elk but will post pictures when I get them up.
  5. Hilltop

    Application Strategy

    Everything for me revolves around Wyoming General elk tags. I try to draw those as often as possible. Deer, antelope, and cow elk hunts all revolve around the elk. I do save points and draw deer as often as possible but the area I like to hunt takes some points so I can typically stagger...
  6. Hilltop

    Point Creep

    If nobody drop out, you are looking at over 50 years. Assuming a decent amount of people pass, quit applying, settle for something else, etc- your best case scenario (other than hitting the random lottery at some point) is about 25 years. There are other open terrain hunts where you can shoot...
  7. Hilltop

    New Excalibur Twinstrike Two Bolt Crossbow

    The follow up shot is so rare in bowhunting that to me this thing appears pretty dang useless... but I bet they sell plenty of them.
  8. Hilltop

    Best States?

    I see this is new for 2021. NEW FOR 2021 • Nonresident Moose and Bighorn Sheep Applicants – When submitting applications nonresident applicants will have to elect to be awarded a preference point if unsuccessful in the draw
  9. Hilltop

    New Excalibur Twinstrike Two Bolt Crossbow

    Not this guy.
  10. Hilltop

    Best States?

    Your missing about $300 out of pocket if you are applying in Wyoming for moose and sheep. If you apply, they automatically give you a PP and deduct the $150 from your refund. All applicants who are unsuccessful drawing a moose or full price bighorn sheep license will automatically be awarded...
  11. Hilltop

    DIY elk euro hanger

    I need a couple elk hangers come to think of it.
  12. Hilltop

    DIY elk euro hanger

    There is a member on here that makes really nice ones that are very reasonable. I have a couple of the deer versions. I'll see if I can find the info. His name is https://forum.eastmans.com/members/troybackman.10050/ I loved the ones he sent me for deer. If you search for Euro Hangers in...
  13. Hilltop

    Gamebird Recipes

    Portaballa pheasant is my families favorite. A close second are smoked teal poppers. I have both recipes "perfected" according to my wife. Pm me if anyone wants the recipes.
  14. Hilltop

    Harvest Data report

    I am guessing residents in Wyoming would be fine with mandatory reporting if the system was easy and it worked. Most residents I know currently have little faith in the accuracy of what is being used. That leads to complacency even with the guys who really try to do the right thing. I...
  15. Hilltop

    Happy New Year Eastmans' Forum

    I'm excited for 2021! I have some great hunts & fishing trips planned, and a lot of good family activities planned. Focus on the positives everyone- attitude is everything! Happy New Year!
  16. Hilltop

    10x vs 12x binos

    I like 10s. 12s just feel too shaky for me the way I glass. 12s do give you better detail at a little longer distance though.
  17. Hilltop

    So...What are your plans for 2021?

    Any specific target species?
  18. Hilltop

    So...What are your plans for 2021?

    Gotcha, good luck in the decision making. Plenty of options!
  19. Hilltop

    So...What are your plans for 2021?

    I'm sitting on points as well... you have max?
  20. Hilltop

    Harvest Data report

    Imo, the best way to gauge herd status/population is to wait to see the quotas. If you see tag numbers trending down by a percentage, it is likely the herd was that much smaller than the previous year on the winter range. I received a survey this year for 2 of my 3 tags - above what I have...