What's top of your hunting want list - 2017 - Page 2

Diesel_wiesel · #31 12-27-2016, 08:33 PM

to have my chessie ready for fall goose season
to be able to spend a week long mixed bag (geese, ruffies, deer, ducks) hunt with my daughter and grandson
other then that just enough time to get out and enjoy the great outdoors one more fall

Ken H · #32 12-27-2016, 08:49 PM

I want my sheep hunting buddy to get his ram. He was with me this year for our first and only ram in 16 years. We have passed on many just legal Rams. I'm hoping he puts a monster on the ground.

Slicktricker · #33 12-27-2016, 08:59 PM

Keep saying I'm going to replace the old worn out weatherby but still fills tags my dreams that monster I've been after will survive winter just to see him alive again

whitetail Junkie · #34 12-27-2016, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by bubba300

Moose draw

X3....

Xbolt7mm · #35 12-27-2016, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Brymer

Better knives. First deer this year and it was awkward to say the least.

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Havalon

Bulldog Edm · #36 12-27-2016, 10:58 PM

I want a decent pair of binoculars and a few upgrades for my bow.

Bganz · #37 12-27-2016, 11:36 PM

Elk. #1 most important thing is my first elk. I know it's hard to accomplish, and i can't guarantee putting one down, but I just want to be able to say I tried my hardest. So getting into great shape is on the must do list for me as well. Oh and also get out shooting a ton as well! (the gophers are going to have a terrible summer).

For gear I want:
a good camo/hunting jacket,
A havalon knife,
A rain cover for my backpack,
A scope for my 22 (to punish the gophers with)

Passthru · #38 12-27-2016, 11:41 PM

Montana moose decoy and some new boots. Maybe a tight spot quiver too.

ex811 · #39 12-28-2016, 12:11 AM

Like others have said, another year to be able to hunt. Getting two new knees this year so that might not be not be happening.
However, if all things are a Go, then I'd like one more Moose Draw.

muirsy · #40 12-28-2016, 07:55 AM

1. Marlin 1895gbl (totally unnecessary but have always wanted one haha....saving saving)

2. Harvest a WT or mulie buck (first year hunting this year and I got a tasty doe)

3. A few days off work to hunt during the week!

Diesel_wiesel · #41 12-28-2016, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by ex811

Like others have said, another year to be able to hunt. Getting two new knees this year so that might not be not be happening.
However, if all things are a Go, then I'd like one more Moose Draw.

I got two new knees a few years back, it definitely changed my hunting style
cant walk the bush anymore
so I do a lot more still hunting
and a lot more waterfowl hunting

JimmerAB · #42 12-28-2016, 11:23 AM

I would love to upgrade my FoxPro Crossfire e-caller to a newer Fusion. I love my Crossfire. It works great and does everything I need. My only issue is that my old guy eyes would really like the upgrade to the TX-1000 remote!

Jim

Ranger CS · #43 12-28-2016, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by tatonka2

One more year of being able to get out and get around is all I want...

I have to agree Tatonka2. Due to injuries I was unable to get out much this year and sure missed it. Hoping to make up for it next year.

bessiedog · #44 12-28-2016, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Ranger CS

I have to agree Tatonka2. Due to injuries I was unable to get out much this year and sure missed it. Hoping to make up for it next year.

But you did manage to get your cow elk and load it up while on crutches bud!!

That's amazing!
I doubt anything will stop you from hunting bud!

And I promise to get you out into the goose patch next season for sure!

You got tonnes of hunts left!

Bowie · #45 12-28-2016, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by silver lab

The perfect backpack..... I dont think anyone makes one though.

I'm a big fan of eberlestock products. I have the gunslinger 2 and live the bag

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wildwoods · #46 12-28-2016, 03:11 PM

Geared up pretty well. Hoping for easy bear bait acquisitions, a monster boar, archery bull elk and one things I've been missing:
SNOW SNOW SNOW

I love hunting in snow

Ranger CS · #47 12-28-2016, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by bessiedog

But you did manage to get your cow elk and load it up while on crutches bud!!

That's amazing!
I doubt anything will stop you from hunting bud!

And I promise to get you out into the goose patch next season for sure!

You got tonnes of hunts left!

I hope your right Bud, life sure wouldn't be the same without hunting.

MAC · #48 12-28-2016, 10:17 PM

Getting into the field next season and help my Son/hunting partner get a deer. He has a couple of deer under his belt. But gave up this past season because I was not able to make it out with him.

Cancer diagnosis for me mid September and it knocked me down for October,
I could not climb a flight of stairs or even get to the truck without a 10 minute breather before climbing in. No way I could go out. Many friends and family volunteered to take him out, his reply , no way dad you are my partner.
If you cant make it out neither can I, we will get out next year. He had his antlered mule deer draw and next year would mean no buck for a while.
I have a 50 % chance to draw antlered mule deer next year he will be 17 and if I draw will partner him and help get his buck.
Cancer is a bitch, it not only takes you for a ride but all your loved ones also.
Mid January scans will provide the good or bad news

But that is my top want for hunting 2017

Sorry if this is a downer, took me a while to post this, lots of good wants on here

MAC

katts69 · #49 12-28-2016, 10:22 PM

Mac, nothing but good news is coming. You got this. Many more seasons to come with your boy.
Keep it together, rob

Rio56 · #50 12-28-2016, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by MAC

Getting into the field next season and help my Son/hunting partner get a deer. He has a couple of deer under his belt. But gave up this past season because I was not able to make it out with him.

Cancer diagnosis for me mid September and it knocked me down for October,
I could not climb a flight of stairs or even get to the truck without a 10 minute breather before climbing in. No way I could go out. Many friends and family volunteered to take him out, his reply , no way dad you are my partner.
If you cant make it out neither can I, we will get out next year. He had his antlered mule deer draw and next year would mean no buck for a while.
I have a 50 % chance to draw antlered mule deer next year he will be 17 and if I draw will partner him and help get his buck.
Cancer is a bitch, it not only takes you for a ride but all your loved ones also.
Mid January scans will provide the good or bad news

But that is my top want for hunting 2017

Sorry if this is a downer, took me a while to post this, lots of good wants on here

MAC

Hey Mac ... good on ya for the sincere post .. wishing YOU the best for hunting and health 2017

MAC · #51 12-28-2016, 10:29 PM

Thanks
Don't want to derail the thread , but I am cautiously optimistic.
Weirdly enough the chemo has made me feel way better and by December almost normal again.

Thanks again

MAC

Rio56 · #52 12-28-2016, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by MAC

Thanks
Don't want to derail the thread , but I am cautiously optimistic.
Weirdly enough the chemo has made me feel way better and by December almost normal again.

Thanks again

MAC

no derail .. it's about all of us and all of this .....

catnthehat · #53 12-28-2016, 10:40 PM

Well said and HUNT ON MAC!
Cat

astepanuk · #54 12-28-2016, 11:06 PM

For me it will be going back in the mountains for another shot at an Alberta Big Horn cannot wait to breathe the fresh mountain air sit on top a mountain that so many people will never experience.

nube · #55 12-28-2016, 11:19 PM

A few AO members and I booked another New Mexico Antelope hunt and also sent in the deposit for an Audad hunt. I really enjoys chasing speed goats last year.
Gear wise I got what I need for now.
I also want to get my kids into some good whitetails this next year and will spend more time at it.

BenC68 · #56 12-29-2016, 08:57 AM

For me, it will be shooting over my new black lab. I type this as she is sleeping in her kennel (7 weeks this past Tuesday). Second night, already sleeping 5 hours without a peep in the kennel, smart girl and can't wait to get basic training started in a few weeks with her. So excited for that first retrieve.

Ranger CS · #57 12-29-2016, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MAC

Getting into the field next season and help my Son/hunting partner get a deer. He has a couple of deer under his belt. But gave up this past season because I was not able to make it out with him.

Cancer diagnosis for me mid September and it knocked me down for October,
I could not climb a flight of stairs or even get to the truck without a 10 minute breather before climbing in. No way I could go out. Many friends and family volunteered to take him out, his reply , no way dad you are my partner.
If you cant make it out neither can I, we will get out next year. He had his antlered mule deer draw and next year would mean no buck for a while.
I have a 50 % chance to draw antlered mule deer next year he will be 17 and if I draw will partner him and help get his buck.
Cancer is a bitch, it not only takes you for a ride but all your loved ones also.
Mid January scans will provide the good or bad news

But that is my top want for hunting 2017

Sorry if this is a downer, took me a while to post this, lots of good wants on here

MAC

Hang in there MAC, you have the right attitude to be a winner.
I am a strong believer in the value of mental toughness and it sounds like you have it. Best of wishes for a happy and healthy 2017.

Wiz · #58 12-29-2016, 09:48 AM

Ministers special elk licence

reddeerhunter · #59 12-29-2016, 10:13 AM

A big black bear with muzzle loader. No back up. And a big deer. Havent shot anything bigger than 160s yet and havent even shot a deer because they are not bigger than that in maybe 5 years.
New pair of hikers.

ishootbambi · #60 12-29-2016, 10:22 AM

I hunted SOMETHING nearly every day from Aug 25 until Dec 19 this year. I think I had maybe 10 days not hunting. I got to see some amazing animals fall and a few more getting the upper hand. To wish personally for a better 2017 is not realistic. I guess if I had to specify, I'll go ahead and wish to see someone in my group take the biggest of something that they ever have. In fact I hope they get something bigger than my biggest of whatever and juice me relentlessly for it. That'd be cool.