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  1. charliebravo77

    For Sale: Sitka Flash 20 pack

    Looking to sell my Sitka Flash 20 pack, it's in great condition aside from being used to pack out an antelope last year, so the front of the pack is a little stained. It's the prior generation model, so it has the older style rifle/bow carrier. Stock photo, and one from antelope prep below...
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    Western camo patterns

    In the case of Sitka/Kuiu/First Lite/other high end brands, the fabrics and clothing themselves are highly technical and would be well suited to hunting in regardless of what color or pattern they are. DWR breathable finishes, merino wool, Primaloft and other insulation, and engineered...
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    Involving My Stepson

    Assuming your Ohio deer hunting is much the same as here in Illinois, I'm guessing the majority of the hunt is spent in a stand or blind. That kind of thing is just absolutely mind numbing for a new hunter (speaking from direct, recent experience) unless there are deer all over the place. I've...
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    Archery hunting hat?

    The First Lite Brimmed Beanie is pretty awesome. http://www.firstlite.com/brimmed-beanie.html Maybe not a great option in super warm climates, but I wouldn't (and haven't) hesitate to wear in any weather below about 70 degrees.
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    Cecil the Lion

    Undoubtedly due to the drama.
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    Cecil the Lion

    I don't think that what I'm about to describe pertains to Mr. Dentist specifically. However, I do think that it might be a little more prevalent in other situations than some may think. As someone who's very new to the world of hunting, I see first hand a lot of misconceptions and lack of...
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    VLD style mono?

    HSM Trophy Gold which uses VLDs is my off the shelf ammo of choice. If a VLD style bullet was offered in solid copper I'd be extremely interested in it, particularly when I start reloading again.
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    Possible relocation / MT

    Any advice on actually finding a job in MT? I'm searching for a new job, and possibly even switching careers and MT is at the top of my list of places I'm looking. Problem is, I feel like a lot of prospective employers see that I currently live in IL and assume I won't travel for interviews or...
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    Range finder help

    The Vortex Ranger 1000 is a great option. I'm on my second one (I recommend using the included lanyard or otherwise strapping it to yourself/your pack) for a few reasons. The rubberized coating is great in the elements, the included belt/pocket clip helps to keep it at the ready, the tripod...
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    New Pants

    I haven't worn them in the field yet, but I just got a pair of First Lite Corrugate pants and they seem awesome, real lightweight but durable, DWR finish, breathable, Fusion camo pattern seems useful all over the place. I plan on using them for 90% of the hunting I do. Only time I probably...
  11. charliebravo77

    Wilderness Athlete???

    Not Wilderness Athlete, but I've just started using MTN OPS products which are similar. I'm giving the Tank Combo and Blaze to try and kick start some fitness goals as well as drop some weight. I've only been on it for two days but I usually only do 2-3 10-30 mile bike rides per week and...
  12. charliebravo77

    The Remington Project | Adventures in DIY Gunsmithing

    Well, since I just can't leave well enough alone, turkey season isn't here yet, and the weather is preventing me from cycling I decided to tackle another project with this rifle. I've wanted a longer bolt handle for a while but since it involves cutting the current knob off, threading it, and...
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    Illinois Public Hunting Area Map

    Which areas were you referring to? I know there's a couple management areas that are sometimes open for archery, to control populations but not routinely. There's also a few city parks that are opened up for special hunts as well. The map is every IDNR managed property, but if there's some...
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    Illinois Public Hunting Area Map

    Thanks for the comments all! POk3s: IL is what we're most knowledgeable about at the moment, but we plan on compiling as much information as possible for the entire country. It shouldn't have to be a struggle to find public hunting areas and information on hunting, so hopefully we can keep...
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    Illinois Public Hunting Area Map

    Oops double post.
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    Illinois Public Hunting Area Map

    The map is embedded on the page via Google maps, you may need to be logged in to a Google account to see it. I had that issue at on point but in theory you shouldn't have to be. If you download the .kmz it'll open in Google Earth and a number of other mapping programs, I was able to import it...
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    Illinois Public Hunting Area Map

    With permission from Big Fin himself... I know most people here probably hunt the Western states predominantly, but I know there's a few of us mid-westerners here too (until I can find a job that takes me west). One of the biggest hurdles with DIY public land hunting is actually identifying...
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    Hobbies other than hunting?

    Photography, cycling, cooking, and the hunting blog/youtube channel I started take up most of my hobby time I am not actively in the field hunting. ]
  19. charliebravo77

    Home on the Range - or - The West has Ruined Hunting for Me

    For anyone still following along, I finally cut down our video into something watchable. After years of seeing Randy, Steve Rinella, Remy Warren, and the other big names in public/DIY hunting I figured that getting the majority of our hunt on video would be easy, but boy was I wrong. Hopefully...
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    Home on the Range - or - The West has Ruined Hunting for Me

    Thanks for the comments everyone, I've got a bit of video to put together from the hunt too. I don't know how Solo Hunters like Remy Warren do it, even trying to film a hunt even with two people is an unbelievable exercise in balancing hunting with being a cameraman. I'm only really capable of...
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