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by elkaholic
Thu Feb 20, 2020 12:54 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: They are back
Replies: 15
Views: 6467

Re: They are back

They didn’t see crossbow popularity coming? THE citizen-run Natural Re- sources Board that opened up crossbow hunting to people of all ages just six years ago now ap- pears to be backtracking, toying with the idea of shortening that deer-hunt season. In the Outdoors An advisory question to that effe...
by elkaholic
Wed Feb 19, 2020 7:54 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: They are back
Replies: 15
Views: 6467

They are back

:eusa-deadhorse: :eusa-deadhorse: Wisconsin Gun hunters and archery hunters want regulated seasons for crossbow hunting. They say crossbow hunters have too many opportunities for taking the biggest bucks and during the rut. Figures. But bet you money others in their group are using crossbows too!
by elkaholic
Tue Feb 18, 2020 10:42 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: O/T Living on the Road
Replies: 40
Views: 12200

Re: O/T Living on the Road

Where in showlow?

Hope your ready for cooler temps , even some snow.
by elkaholic
Sat Feb 15, 2020 7:01 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: O/T Living on the Road
Replies: 40
Views: 12200

Re: O/T Living on the Road

Mike is painting a comfy picture. . But believe me weather is far from perfect in the Arizona deserts. I'm sure it is great compared to a lot of other states, this time of yr. Quartsite will have 80,000+ campers, basically doing anything they want, anytime they want ! Roads are all dirt and no regul...
by elkaholic
Sat Jan 25, 2020 1:35 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Snow!
Replies: 18
Views: 4612

Re: Snow!

Snow in the mtns. 150 miles north. Deserts are now 70's daytime and 50's nighttime Archery rut season here the month of January. A few friends are doing better in the mtn. Edges t, than here in the lower deserts. It's also archery javelina ,if drawn Deer Is OTC tags , just buy it. Only a few days le...
by elkaholic
Fri Jan 24, 2020 2:19 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Gave hunting a break yesterday
Replies: 11
Views: 3470

Re: Gave hunting a break yesterday

My favorite fried crappie is made with crushed , rolled honey nut cherrios.

Awesome to be fishing and catchn this time of yr.
by elkaholic
Wed Jan 22, 2020 10:36 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: In Training
Replies: 17
Views: 6321

Re: In Training

2 to 3 miles at the local gun show in Phx. and I got to take a break.

13 miles would certainly be a challenge.

Have a great time!
by elkaholic
Tue Jan 21, 2020 1:56 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Recommend Me A Replacement Scope for my Exocet 200
Replies: 18
Views: 5365

Re: Recommend Me A Replacement Scope for my Exocet 200

A guy on here in the classified as the nikon xblolt for 110 shipped .
by elkaholic
Fri Jan 17, 2020 4:29 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Do big bucks grunt louder than small bucks
Replies: 6
Views: 2467

Re: Do big bucks grunt louder than small bucks

there's a good chance that older mature bucks can and do sound off louder than younger bucks.

same holds true for a lot of species !

that's not to say a few youngsters aren't loud mouthed!

:problem:
by elkaholic
Mon Jan 06, 2020 11:39 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Busted/Broke Swhacker 150g Broadhead.
Replies: 16
Views: 4369

Re: Busted/Broke Swhacker 150g Broadhead.

We had a wasp jackhammer do basically same thing. 3 blade mech. Quartering away at 25 yrds from 15ft elevated stand. Very little blood Found bolt with threads inside the insert Whole broadhead had snapped off. No penetration blood and o ring 1/2 ,in up shaft. Brand new never shot. We sent in pics. T...
by elkaholic
Thu Jan 02, 2020 8:14 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: 2020
Replies: 27
Views: 8650

Re: 2020

Here in Az. We are already trying to decide on the fall draw for elk and antelope. Regs just came out online last week.
by elkaholic
Wed Jan 01, 2020 10:09 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: "New" gun
Replies: 10
Views: 3378

Re: "New" gun

:thumbup: sweet ole 22. I got a cub scout rolling blk.
by elkaholic
Wed Jan 01, 2020 10:08 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: "New" gun
Replies: 10
Views: 3378

Re: "New" gun

If I was you, and you want to continue shooting it for plinking. Use 22 shorts !!!
by elkaholic
Wed Jan 01, 2020 2:07 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Morning or afternoon hunts
Replies: 33
Views: 10672

Re: Morning or afternoon hunts

Love the 1/4 walk in the pre dawn . Barely enough light to follow the path. If you hear a snort or a grunt ,its not really going to spook the deer out of the area . Plus if it's a grunt. I know a buck most likely. Sitting in the stand waiting for first light to illuminate shooting conditions, is awe...
by elkaholic
Sun Dec 29, 2019 3:24 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Got sausage.
Replies: 21
Views: 7567

Re: Got sausage.

With does, keep backstrap loin , rest is garlic summer sausage.

Enjoy