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Hey guys gonna ask for a little help in area research. I've been out 3 times to hunt CO GMU 21/22 back in 04 and GMU 65 in 15, 16. So 21/22 was ok, not really what I thought of when you think of, "Colorful Colorado." Traveling thru the area was extremely easy. Lots of dudes on quads and trucks...

Hey Guys, a buddy of mine out here in NH recently went out west with me for his first elk hunt. He like I is completely addicted. That being said driving for us is not an option, 42 hours just drive time. We are looking at possibly starting a hunting club. 5 to 10 members from the NH area. We...

Can somebody explain wallows to us easterners, please? We just returned from a GMU 65 archery hunt. While out and about we saw a bull cross the backside of a small meadow and then destroy a wallow and several trees in the area. My buddy attempted to cross the meadow a little lower down and sneak...

The guys and I are flying in on Thursday. All things bring equal we would like to take showers after 12 +hours of travel before we head up. Does anybody know if you can pay for showers at the SP or any toner place close by? Thanks and good luck this season

Headed out again Sept 1 for a 9 day DIY archery hunt with some buddies. I went solo last year and found a couple favorite haunts. My question to you guys that are out there is what kind of weather have you received this year? Am I gonna find the wallows I did last year or are things going to be...

Not even sure if this is an etiquette? I'm headed out to CO for an elk archery hunt. I went last year by myself and their was no question who shot first, second, or last. Well I really have no question as to who goes first this year. I'll give it to the guy in our group who hasn't shot one yet...

Hey all I still have a Badlands Clutch that I bought last year and used once for my trip to CO. It's in great shape. If anybody is interested shoot me an email and I will send some pics. [email protected] Thanks and good luck this year

Hello all, I'm selling a Badlands Clutch that I've only used once out west. Looking to get $150. Great shape. PM me and I can send some pics if interested. Dennis

So I'm 42 and financially we are just getting around to the point where I can take a DIY trip every year. I went on an elk hunt OTC hunt this year. I'm rambling. I really want to hunt sheep. I know the draws are draws but what states offer best draw odds? I've also heard stories that MT offers...

Hey guys I know this may seem like an odd question, but here goes. I went on a solo trip to CO GMU 65 the Uncompahgre. It was a very successful archery hunt. I love bedding out there and hunting something very different then the woods of NH. My question is after watching all the you tube videos...

Anybody every run this pack? I've been looking at one since I got home from CO. I used the Badlands Clutch while I was out for the hunt and it packed out well but it was a little much for a day hike. I'm planning on using the Super day during the day and then using a frame pack if needed.

Hey guys curious for any insight on a DIY mule hunt. I'm not set on a state or an area. Well I guess I would be looking for an OTC state or state with good first year draw odds? Thanks for the info.

Finally giving the update of this trip. I was originally supposed to go with 3 other guys on an archery hunt to CO. Long story short they all bailed. So I made solo trek from NH to CO. I flew into Albuquerque on an early am flight and after a brief stop in Durango for a few things I headed up...

Hey fellas headed out to CO next week for my first solo archery hunt. Feeling pretty good about the whole plan. I'm coyoting out for 4 nights. Anybody have any last minute tips or tricks they want to give up. I figure in gonna learn a few things the hard way. However I would much appreciate a...

Hey guys getting ready to almost head out. I like to keep an eye on the weather and plan accordingly. I know if it's anything like NE, wait a minute and it will change. So I'm bringing everything. My question is when I look at the weather for Ridgway, CO for the week how much of a diff will...

Hey guys, I'm coming out for my first OTC archery Elk hunt on the 28th. I feel pretty good about my area from the research I've been able to acquire. I am wondering if anybody would be willing to get on the phone and look at Google earth with me. I have an idea of where I want to take my bow for...

So plans are moving smoothly and hoping everything goes well. I called today and just double checked that Goods processing is still in the biz of cutting up elk. They are located in Montrose. If anybody does not recommend them or has another reputable cutter please let me know. Secondly would be...

Airfare has been purchased!GMU 65 here I come. First solo western hunt!

Hello from NH. Born and raised on the east coast. We chase whitetail, and black bears primarily. Have not been drawn for my moose permit yet. Met my wife in college out in CO about 20 years ago. Her family lives on the real flat side of CO out in Keenesburg. This being what they are we settled...

So I've bought the maps, gear, and I'm working out as much as humanly possible. The "D****" that were supposed to join this adventure bailed like "D****". Either way I'm planning on going. I'm flying out from NH Aug 30. Planning to roam the middle fork area. This will be my second trip out...