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I have multiple trips planned in 2026 and have had both in the past, but can't decide based on current offers.

I flat out missed a good buck yesterday afternoon.
I waited till today to post because I wanted to check everything.
Deer came out still had good light. Cross hair on the shoulder. Less than 100 yds.
Ran out of the woods stopped in the field.
No blood hair or bone.
Got the dog out he did not find anything they came back this morning nothing.
Check the rifle 2 in high at 100
Shot it at 50 to make double sure.
It might have been a bit higher than 2 in but no more than 1/4 higher.
It’s a new...

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McBride’s Guns in central Austin, the gun shop I grew up in, recently sold and will change ownership in February. Sad days for me… Many hours I’ve spent in that shop and around the McBride family.

I drove down this morning with a card and some treats for Joe and see if I could find a fitting gun to make as my last purchase before the new owners take over. Came home with a used Taylor’s Uberti Winchester Model ‘66 in .38 Special, with scabbard. Should be a ton of fun to shoot...

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Morning Guys
Intro
I would like to share some of my DIY practical 'survival fishing' goodies with you.

To start with, I live very far away on a different continent and conditions than most on this forum. [South-Africa]
I am not in competition with anyone and ALL of you might be able to build better goodies than what I am going to share.
Where I live, DIY 'survival', or as we call it 'rough-camping' is still big.
We also do have access to the latest camping and fishing gear and gadgets, but...

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Here is an article that I wrote about tipping, feel free to comment and discuss this subject further, give your opinion or share examples of what you have given as a tip.


Tipping Guide

Tipping is something that I get asked about quite regularly, I believe this is because there is a lot of conflicting advice and confusion surrounding this topic. I have heard complaints, usually from hunters who are very satisfied with their hunt, but then have felt pressured to leave more of...

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