We might not change the odds but there are 3 in my group that usually hunt Idaho. Our usual unit was sold out before we got to it and we'll be applying in Wyoming because of that. At least Wyoming has a party application.
Only bad luck. I ranged a cow at 40 yards with a really nice bull hidden behind her. The bull stepped out right on queue but walked toward me. When he turned broadside he was less than 30 yards but my brain was still thinking 40. I hit him high just above the lungs.
Just finished a 10 day hunt South of Salmon around 8600ft the smoke was never too bad to glass but it sure seemed to put a good layer of dust on everything
I like the Primos palate plate too. The black one works best for bugles for me. I like the bugling bull tube but usually carry a Primos tube call that I cut the mouth piece out of for an easier tube to carry
This was my Camp in Idaho on October 5th this year. Luckily we were sleeping in different tent, but after scooping out the snow and cutting a new ridge pole we got it put back together.
It works well for me. This will be my third year using a drop Camp. They get us 13 miles back in there. In 20 days of hunting we've yet to see another hunter. Worst problem we had was that we had to hike about 6 miles out last year to get to a place where we could communicate to the guy to let...
I have been doing the Train to hunt workouts. Altogether different exercises than what I'm used to and it's really gotten me into shape. I warm up with a 2 mile hike with a 50lb pack. Anyone else using TTH?
I have tried many different diaphragm calls and found the Primos to be the most consistent and durable. I got some calling CD's to play in my car and practice on my way to and from work, that way you can "sing along" to the CD and nobody can hear you.
We have been doing a drop camp for the past couple of years. They get us into a good drainage 13 miles back in. I'd like to do a DIY sometime but I just can't let go of the opportunity to get back in to a good place with no other hunters.
The exercise that helped me the most was squats. I'm from the Midwest too. I found that the more efficient my legs were at propelling me and pushing my body and pack up the steep inclines, the less oxygen they used.
Murph