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Sleeping out under the stars…
I don't know the "Rule of Threes" except for those used when writing something interesting (without googling). But I did look it up, and of course have known all three of those simplistic axioms since I was a tot. I'm guessing falling off of things is the number one killer. But...I have lived...- Islander
- Post #48
- Forum: Fireside (A Place for Friends)
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Sleeping out under the stars…
Bro, always bring your bag or a quilt too. Borahs are great (mine's 5 oz), but a bag or quilt can save your life. :)- Islander
- Post #46
- Forum: Fireside (A Place for Friends)
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What was your first big game rifle, and do you still have it?
Bought new in 1984. Yes, big game, doves, snipe, varmints, defense. We were poor. Still looks new. :-) -
When It's Time To Say Goodbye.
I'm thankful for every dog that broke my heart. Glad you had this one. And sorry for your loss.- Islander
- Post #56
- Forum: Fireside (A Place for Friends)
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Sleeping out under the stars…
My Bro and I slept outside on the ground every night for about half a year while my dad hand built our cabin in NorCal. If it was wet, we slept under the camper shell (which was sitting on the ground). If dry, under the sky. No sleeping pads, just blankets, quilts, and sleeping bags. It was...- Islander
- Post #34
- Forum: Fireside (A Place for Friends)
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Non-Game Species Encountered in the Field
As a kid I found a dark black momma porcupine with a tiny white baby clinging to her. I've read white porcupines are very rare. Sitting on a corn feeder with my nephew, we watched a bobcat stalk up slowly underneath, wait for a bird to land on the spreader, then jump straight up trying to catch...- Islander
- Post #39
- Forum: Fireside (A Place for Friends)
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Sleeping out under the stars…
Below 50 degrees, there will be no mosquitoes. Put down a ground cloth. As long as it's not on top of an anthill the odds of any issues are laughingly small. What might still happen? If a mist roles in you'll wake up with some moisture/frost on your gear.- Islander
- Post #17
- Forum: Fireside (A Place for Friends)
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7mm recoil help
Hunting? Use a Caldwell Recoil Shield during zero confirmation or range practice. One or two shots on the hunt, you won't feel a thing. -
Shoulder strap position?
I can see a little light through your strap, so, better. EXO Mountain Gear has excellent pack fitting vids on the Tube. -
Interviewing During Hunting Season
"Nevermind. Don't really need this job." ;-)- Islander
- Post #79
- Forum: Money and Finances
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Durston x mid 2 pro
Yes, when the Pro came out I took a good look. But for a 2 pound tent I decided I'm happy with the cost and versatility of the standard. I like to run just the inner, or just the outer, along with the full tent. There is no bad X-Mid, just trade offs and personal preference. (y):D- Islander
- Post #4
- Forum: Want To Buy
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What is your single top hunting season goal this year? I expect updates damn it.
I want to get my paramedic brother in law a whitetail. Will update, hopefully, by the end of the week.- Islander
- Post #235
- Forum: Fireside (A Place for Friends)
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Durston x mid 2 pro
Original is wider (52"), enough for two 25" pads. Pro is 48". Important to you?- Islander
- Post #2
- Forum: Want To Buy
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Favorite Seasonings
Depends on the meal. Venison stew? A touch of ginger and mustard. Bay leaves.- Islander
- Post #2
- Forum: Recipes and Wild Game Cooking
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Sunday Pic of the Day
From my great-niece's first birthday party. Each one is made from a unique photo.- Islander
- Post #9,283
- Forum: Fireside (A Place for Friends)
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Barking up the wrong tree
Literally brainwashed.- Islander
- Post #2
- Forum: Fireside (A Place for Friends)
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Wife not into "game" meat
Simple backstrap: Start sliced onions in butter, low temp. After mostly done, add more butter and 1/4" thick sliced tenderloin. Salt, pepper, garlic to taste. Pull as soon as blood turns brown. Makes it's own gravy. Tender. Excellent on tortillas or with rice.- Islander
- Post #50
- Forum: Recipes and Wild Game Cooking
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First hand Covid symptoms
And...turns out my wife had it too. She didn't test positive until I was out of town. She didn't tell me while I was gone, because I was out on a four-day solo mountain bike and dirt bike adventure, which was awesome. I had no symptoms while on my trip, or she would have told me. I had a few...- Islander
- Post #1,531
- Forum: Fireside (A Place for Friends)
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How close to due dates do you hunt?
Ask your wife.- Islander
- Post #15
- Forum: Fireside (A Place for Friends)
