Recent content by RockyMountainHi

Haven't seen this thread yet and wondered how much each of you take into the field as it relates to a first aid kit.  Shown is my field pack and at base camp/truck is a small bag to address a lot more possibilities.  My hunting buddy and I both work in healthcare, so we take some odd stuff like...

From a previous thread, there are clearly some people who love their trekking poles.  Which ones did you choose and why?  Did you go with weight as the driving factor or compactness, folding versus telescoping and which brand was the "best deal"? My telescoping Leki's are not reliably locking...

Still trying to figure the "best" way to carry a big bugle (Bully Bull Grunt Tube) so that it is both easily accessible, yet out of the way.  That is the challenge for me and given the amazing sound, I won't go back to those accordion type bugles anytime soon. I have found that a paracord loop...

Have any of you tried Chili powder over your meat/quarters to prevent the attack of the meat flies and meat bees?  I just started carrying it last year and others absolutely swear by it as both effective and easy to wash off before processing to prevent "wapiti mexicali" for all your meat. ...

Is there any reason to use one type of bowstring wax over another?  I have never heard what makes one brand any better than any other.  Thanks for your input.

If you are married, what characteristics make your spouse that "perfect" match for your elk obsession?  Is it that annual yard pass to go elk hunting, a tolerance or passion for eating the elk you bring home, how they support your addiction or something else?  Let's hear your version of what...

How many are willing to pack the extra weight of trekking poles?  For those that do, why do you do it and how have they helped you? My partner and I are both feeling the years and the use of trekking poles has been both a safety asset and an improvement in our climbing ability.  It is...

So, what's your quiver and why did you choose it?  Are you a hip man or on the bow and does a single piece or two piece meet your needs?  Speak up and help us understand your logic. I will start in that I am a Tightspot fan because Ican adjust it to balance the bow in my hand, I can adjust the...

Check out this video of how to break down a deer/elk in minutes..... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xijmge8_NJw&list=UL

So, what's in your kit and do you take it every single time you go out?  I have a couple of photos of mine and will work on a detailed list of the items.  Obviously, I am into fire starting as I have at least 3 ways to start one and 3 different starting materials to guarantee a start.  I never...

One of the biggest learnings that I had with Archery hunting compared with rifle hunting, was where to aim for on an elk.  I used to aim with a rifle for just behind the front leg and now I aim up above the elbow of the front leg.  I have attached some photos to help explain why.

So, what have you lost while hunting and what have you found?  If you have lost a really nice  piece of equipment like a rangefinder or binoculars, make sure you post coordinates for those treasure hunters on here. ;) For me, I have lost several bugles, gloves, a pack of diaphragms...

What is your jig/tool and which glue works best for you?

Seems that this site's software doesn't like the word "passing" as it changes the post to "prear ending".  Interesting.....

Not trying to start a range war (or maybe I am ;D ), but what is your preferred camo pattern for Western elk hunting?  I find I want something that works as well with the sagebrush as it does in the dark timber.  My all time favorite is ASAT, but can't get all of the items I want in that...