I have 3 pounds on the way right now. Haven't been able to find Varget anywhere local or online. I refuse to pay gunbroker prices. I've had good luck loading 140 grain accubonds and Varget for 3 different 7mm-08s.
Been trying to activate a Garmin inreach mini for 4 days...ended up picking up a Spot X instead, but you're right always carry paper maps and a compass...
There are a few forum members here that know 42 well- they may chime in. Good deer can be found in many parts of the unit although like anywhere they are few and far between. Weather can play a huge role in access and where the deer are found. I was out that way Saturday, vegetation looks really...
Not anything that hasn't been stated, but I've spent enough time in the Frank that I haven't hunted it in probably 15+ years for deer. And by yourself, that adds a whole different level of potential issues. I get the adventure aspect, however, I would say a general tag can still give you plenty...