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No fancy story this time around. Just grateful for these birds, the challenge, and our public lands.

I decided to skip the turkey opener last weekend due to the weather and pressure but I went out Monday after lunch. I end up getting to the spot right after a mid-day shower and immediately spotted a hen drying out which was a good sign. Shortly after I start to hear gobbles. Game time...

I was blessed enough to help mentor a father/son this past weekend for one of our local NWTF youth-mentored hunts. Unfortunately, the weather did not play nice but we were able to hunt Saturday. Dad did a good job getting his son prepped for the hunts taking him to the range multiple times and...

Is there a way to post videos easily from an IPhone or do I need to put them on youtube? I got some turkey hunt videos of a kiddo bagging his animal that I'd love to share.

Member or not, come get the latest buzz, scouting reports, share stories and hear about the youth hunts @ the Hamburger Factory in Poway at 6:30 although most show closer to 6. Turkey season is right around the corner!

Nikon Monarch HG 8x42. $650 Used but perfect shape. This is unbeatable glass for the money. Incredible FOV = 435' very easy to hand hold. Kowa TSN-502. $250. This is the lightest spotter in the game at 13oz. Vortex 2x Bino doubler $99. Doubles the power of your binos. Bushnell Elite 4200...

Went out for Deer and Javi for a few days. I love hunting this time of year in the desert southwest. I ended up passing on a smaller 3x2 in pursuit of a stud 5x4. I got close to making it happen but couldn't seal the deal on him. Well, like so often happens, time has slipped away. However, I...

Dad picked up a light weight 20" 308. It'll be used for western hunting, deer and elk mostly. 90%+ of the shots will be inside 400 yards. I am liking the 168 Hornady Eld-M, the factory load has great numbers. The Hammer 138/154HHT looks nice also. What say you?

With the leg injury I was unable to get out and scout or even hunt pre and early season. Not that it helped last year… lol. However, my leg was feeling strong after the CO hunt so I decided to hike a little the Friday after Thanksgiving. No luck. The fog rolled in hard and it was actually...

With 3 points I pulled a 3rd season buck tag and my Dad pulled a 3rd season elk tag in the same unit I killed a bull in last year. We take off 5 AM tomorrow. I finally joined the 30 cal magnum club (300PRC) and will be trying out 225gr match ammo this year. I am curious to see how it does. Go...

I've heard its great for tough cuts and quick access to cooked meat when making tacos or similar. Anyone have thoughts or pictures to share?

The next monthly meeting is Tuesday the 26th at the Hamburger Factory at 6:30 pm in Poway (most arrive closer to 6). You don't have to be a member of NWTF, but would encourage you to join. - Phil will be recapping his Elk hunt - Agi has been spending a lot of time in d16 hunting deer with some...

I figured I would share these. I picked up a pair off ebay last year and they have been great. They are no where near as light or packable as my zip off Kuiu long johns but they are warmer and are unbeatable for the price. Easy on/off without taking off your boots.

Does anyone have a good recommendation for a vet in SD? Our chocolate lab has some dietary/allergy/skin issues. We have been seeing local offices here in Poway but I am curious if anyone knows of someone better. Many thanks!

With most of the draws done, what does everyone have on the docket? CO deer 3rd rifle (Pops drew an elk tag same time/unit) AZ OTC deer *Possibly* local d16 if my leg heals in time

I am considering trying it during the AZ OTC season this winter but I am worried about scaring them off. Since I hunt a very low density unit I'd really prefer not spooking them. I have called in a doe before unintentionally. I was calf calling for elk in UT and a doe came in stomping. Whats...

I fully detached my hamstring and will need surgery. I've had surgery before on my arm, but not my legs. I feel like I have a good healing protocol down but what are the things I should know for legs? I will be using a brace and crutches for 6 week and go from there. The advice I am seeking is...

Well, they took $450 from my card this AM. Looks like I am going deer hunting! 2 point unit. Anyone else?

We started one for the San Diego chapter of the NWTF and would love to connect with others. We’ll use it to share photos and upcoming events. Especially the Jakes event.

The crew is getting back together from CA, OH, and UT and meeting in central CO to chase some strutters. This will be the 3rd time back out. First-year was a big learning lesson where we struggled with bad weather. Last year was a dream with all of us tagging out and me tagging my first banded...