Post by: xXLojackXx on November 24, 2014, 08:30:22 PM
A little about myself. I'm passionately addicted to hunting (mostly archery). Some would call it obsessive. I'm always looking for ways to learn, improve, and up my chances at being successful year round. I'm 27 years old and workout 5-6 days a week, all year long in an effort to never fail physically when afield. In the off season I constantly shoot my bow (100 arrows a week) and am the guy driving down the freeway rippin' out bugles from my tube (PHELPS of course, only the best will work for me :tup:). After work if I have an extra hour before my usual 9:30 bedtime :chuckle:, I'm usually cruising the forums and Google Earth scouting new areas to venture in to. I try to learn a new hunting area every summer. Some have turned into honey holes and some have been a simple walk through the woods. I'm an aggressive hunter. I call until I've worn out my reeds, and then open up a fresh one and call some more. I target active animals and believe that somewhere in the area I'm hunting, there is an animal that is willing to fall victim to my arrow. That being said, I have the patience to sit behind my spotting scope for 4 hours if I feel like I'm in promising country. Mentally, I don't quit until I have gotten what I came for, or the law says it's time to go home :bash: I get away from roads and other hunters and critique my gear and only take what I need to live for 2 weeks and successfully harvest and pack out my animals. I could go on for quite a while, but I'm sure you get the point and enough about me....
What I'm looking for in someone to share my hunts with.
MENTALLY: First and foremost, you MUST know wrong from right, and in the heat of the moment you must have ethics that hold up. I have no interest in any people that bend the rules, hunt as a group to fill tags, shoot animals they don't have a tag for and then want to drive to town and buy a tag, give up on blood trails when they get tough to follow, and don't respect the animals they're willing to kill. This individual needs to be mentally tough and focused on what they're there for. One that doesn't pack it up on day 10 of a 13 day hunt because they're home sick, hungry for a burger, what ever the reason may be. I understand emergencies and family obligations, but being soft isn't an option. Equally as important, somebody that is trust worthy. If things go south and lives are on the line, I need to know you're going to do whatever it takes to help eachother survive. Backpacking into the wilderness you are assuming responsibility for your life as well as your partners. Someone that knows how to not take I calculated risks.
PHYSICALLY: Take your health seriously. Don't get on an elliptical machine in July for your upcoming hunt in September. Always be able and ready to get that phone call on a random Thursday evening asking if you want to climb over these 3 ridges to take a look at this basin on Saturday morning. I won't say don't eat like crap, some people are absolute beasts and eat nothing but Oreos and pizza. Whatever works for your conditioning, do it. Just share that intensity for a good blood pumping workout as I do, and when you're out of breath think of that bull you want to chase. "The more you sweat in training, the less you bleed in battle" mentality.
HUNTING STYLE: I'm always open to successful suggestions, but for the most part, I'm looking for someone similar. Cover ground looking for animals, yet knows when to slow down and creep based upon terrain that looks or feels gamey. PLEASE know how to quietly and stealthily stalk an animal. Be aware of where each step is being placed. Stay on top of your game with calling and always look to get better. Don't take risky shots or shots above your ability. Not afraid to be down in a hell hole until 15 mins after dark. Practice shooting so that it becomes second nature to lace an arrow at whatever range you will shoot at. That's up to you. Know when to move and bust ass when needed to catch up to animals, but also know when to sit down for 20-30 mins and reflect on the God given country that we get to explore. Take pictures and be ok with that being your trophy if you've hunted hard and couldn't seal the deal. Nobody is perfect.
I'm sure I've left out some important details about myself and what I'm looking for in a new hunting partner, but if you share the same passions and intensity about hunting maybe it could turn into something fun to chase these critters through these steep hills and waist deep snow. Shoot me a PM and maybe we'll meet up at the range sometime and BS a bit. If I respectfully say "thanks but no thanks", don't take it personally. That's just my gut feeling talking and it's probably best we just stay off the same hills :chuckle:
-Logan
Post by: lilhornhunter on November 24, 2014, 08:33:04 PM
Post by: ghosthunter on November 24, 2014, 08:42:47 PM
Wish I were 27 again. :yike:
Post by: hollymaster on November 24, 2014, 08:48:48 PM
WowMe too! Except I'm only in my mid thirties. :yike: :chuckle:
Wish I were 27 again. :yike:
Post by: Kyle1112 on November 24, 2014, 08:49:23 PM
Post by: xXLojackXx on November 24, 2014, 08:51:52 PM
Post by: 7mag. on November 24, 2014, 10:03:11 PM
Unfortunately, I'm about to turn 40, and I have a lung disease, so I'm probably a little slower than you. And, I rifle hunt. Good luck Logan, I hope you find the partner that fits for you.
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Post by: xXLojackXx on November 27, 2014, 09:57:49 AM
I don't think you'll find your future hunting partner on "real match.com hunting forum." Where you will find a person with like qualities is out in the field. When your scouting and run into someone else who's scouting and that person(s) you'll have a connection for lack of a better term. As they are out doing the same thing you are doing and perhaps have the same burning desire to get better and harvest trophy's.
I am yet to run across another hunter scouting the same area. The first places I look to scout are ones I know people shy away from.
Post by: gotcha on December 02, 2014, 05:23:48 PM
Post by: Becky on December 02, 2014, 05:28:53 PM
I don't think you'll find your future hunting partner on "real match.com hunting forum." Where you will find a person with like qualities is out in the field. When your scouting and run into someone else who's scouting and that person(s) you'll have a connection for lack of a better term. As they are out doing the same thing you are doing and perhaps have the same burning desire to get better and harvest trophy's.
Actually, a lot of people have joined up via hunting-washington-match.com :chuckle: .. good luck lojack, I'm sure you'll find someone.
Post by: hirshey on December 02, 2014, 06:43:33 PM
I don't think you'll find your future hunting partner on "real match.com hunting forum." Where you will find a person with like qualities is out in the field. When your scouting and run into someone else who's scouting and that person(s) you'll have a connection for lack of a better term. As they are out doing the same thing you are doing and perhaps have the same burning desire to get better and harvest trophy's.
I've met a few people on this site that I have hunted/shed hunted with. It is very reasonable, in my opinion. Very cool part of this site.
As someone once told me... finding a hunting partner is harder than finding someone to marry. :chuckle:
I think this season I finally found my long-term backcountry partner, and small base camp dream team... Best of luck!
Post by: Dan-o on December 02, 2014, 06:53:04 PM
This is something I have been contemplating for a few years now and haven't been able to bring myself to publicly seek out a new hunting partner. Not because I'm embarrassed or afraid, I'm just VERY skeptical and cautious of who I'll spend time with and trust in the mountains.
A little about myself. I'm passionately addicted to hunting (mostly archery). Some would call it obsessive. I'm always looking for ways to learn, improve, and up my chances at being successful year round. I'm 27 years old and workout 5-6 days a week, all year long in an effort to never fail physically when afield. In the off season I constantly shoot my bow (100 arrows a week) and am the guy driving down the freeway rippin' out bugles from my tube (PHELPS of course, only the best will work for me :tup:). After work if I have an extra hour before my usual 9:30 bedtime :chuckle:, I'm usually cruising the forums and Google Earth scouting new areas to venture in to. I try to learn a new hunting area every summer. Some have turned into honey holes and some have been a simple walk through the woods. I'm an aggressive hunter. I call until I've worn out my reeds, and then open up a fresh one and call some more. I target active animals and believe that somewhere in the area I'm hunting, there is an animal that is willing to fall victim to my arrow. That being said, I have the patience to sit behind my spotting scope for 4 hours if I feel like I'm in promising country. Mentally, I don't quit until I have gotten what I came for, or the law says it's time to go home :bash: I get away from roads and other hunters and critique my gear and only take what I need to live for 2 weeks and successfully harvest and pack out my animals. I could go on for quite a while, but I'm sure you get the point and enough about me....
What I'm looking for in someone to share my hunts with.
MENTALLY: First and foremost, you MUST know wrong from right, and in the heat of the moment you must have ethics that hold up. I have no interest in any people that bend the rules, hunt as a group to fill tags, shoot animals they don't have a tag for and then want to drive to town and buy a tag, give up on blood trails when they get tough to follow, and don't respect the animals they're willing to kill. This individual needs to be mentally tough and focused on what they're there for. One that doesn't pack it up on day 10 of a 13 day hunt because they're home sick, hungry for a burger, what ever the reason may be. I understand emergencies and family obligations, but being soft isn't an option. Equally as important, somebody that is trust worthy. If things go south and lives are on the line, I need to know you're going to do whatever it takes to help eachother survive. Backpacking into the wilderness you are assuming responsibility for your life as well as your partners. Someone that knows how to not take I calculated risks.
PHYSICALLY: Take your health seriously. Don't get on an elliptical machine in July for your upcoming hunt in September. Always be able and ready to get that phone call on a random Thursday evening asking if you want to climb over these 3 ridges to take a look at this basin on Saturday morning. I won't say don't eat like crap, some people are absolute beasts and eat nothing but Oreos and pizza. Whatever works for your conditioning, do it. Just share that intensity for a good blood pumping workout as I do, and when you're out of breath think of that bull you want to chase. "The more you sweat in training, the less you bleed in battle" mentality.
HUNTING STYLE: I'm always open to successful suggestions, but for the most part, I'm looking for someone similar. Cover ground looking for animals, yet knows when to slow down and creep based upon terrain that looks or feels gamey. PLEASE know how to quietly and stealthily stalk an animal. Be aware of where each step is being placed. Stay on top of your game with calling and always look to get better. Don't take risky shots or shots above your ability. Not afraid to be down in a hell hole until 15 mins after dark. Practice shooting so that it becomes second nature to lace an arrow at whatever range you will shoot at. That's up to you. Know when to move and bust ass when needed to catch up to animals, but also know when to sit down for 20-30 mins and reflect on the God given country that we get to explore. Take pictures and be ok with that being your trophy if you've hunted hard and couldn't seal the deal. Nobody is perfect.
I'm sure I've left out some important details about myself and what I'm looking for in a new hunting partner, but if you share the same passions and intensity about hunting maybe it could turn into something fun to chase these critters through these steep hills and waist deep snow. Shoot me a PM and maybe we'll meet up at the range sometime and BS a bit. If I respectfully say "thanks but no thanks", don't take it personally. That's just my gut feeling talking and it's probably best we just stay off the same hills :chuckle:
-Logan
I would hunt with you, but frankly you sound kind of soft core, uncommitted to the chase, and mentally week.
If you care to significantly step up your game, I will reconsider......
Post by: xXLojackXx on December 03, 2014, 09:35:16 AM
Post by: Ccortez on December 03, 2014, 10:08:42 AM
This is something I have been contemplating for a few years now and haven't been able to bring myself to publicly seek out a new hunting partner. Not because I'm embarrassed or afraid, I'm just VERY skeptical and cautious of who I'll spend time with and trust in the mountains.
A little about myself. I'm passionately addicted to hunting (mostly archery). Some would call it obsessive. I'm always looking for ways to learn, improve, and up my chances at being successful year round. I'm 27 years old and workout 5-6 days a week, all year long in an effort to never fail physically when afield. In the off season I constantly shoot my bow (100 arrows a week) and am the guy driving down the freeway rippin' out bugles from my tube (PHELPS of course, only the best will work for me :tup:). After work if I have an extra hour before my usual 9:30 bedtime :chuckle:, I'm usually cruising the forums and Google Earth scouting new areas to venture in to. I try to learn a new hunting area every summer. Some have turned into honey holes and some have been a simple walk through the woods. I'm an aggressive hunter. I call until I've worn out my reeds, and then open up a fresh one and call some more. I target active animals and believe that somewhere in the area I'm hunting, there is an animal that is willing to fall victim to my arrow. That being said, I have the patience to sit behind my spotting scope for 4 hours if I feel like I'm in promising country. Mentally, I don't quit until I have gotten what I came for, or the law says it's time to go home :bash: I get away from roads and other hunters and critique my gear and only take what I need to live for 2 weeks and successfully harvest and pack out my animals. I could go on for quite a while, but I'm sure you get the point and enough about me....
What I'm looking for in someone to share my hunts with.
MENTALLY: First and foremost, you MUST know wrong from right, and in the heat of the moment you must have ethics that hold up. I have no interest in any people that bend the rules, hunt as a group to fill tags, shoot animals they don't have a tag for and then want to drive to town and buy a tag, give up on blood trails when they get tough to follow, and don't respect the animals they're willing to kill. This individual needs to be mentally tough and focused on what they're there for. One that doesn't pack it up on day 10 of a 13 day hunt because they're home sick, hungry for a burger, what ever the reason may be. I understand emergencies and family obligations, but being soft isn't an option. Equally as important, somebody that is trust worthy. If things go south and lives are on the line, I need to know you're going to do whatever it takes to help eachother survive. Backpacking into the wilderness you are assuming responsibility for your life as well as your partners. Someone that knows how to not take I calculated risks.
PHYSICALLY: Take your health seriously. Don't get on an elliptical machine in July for your upcoming hunt in September. Always be able and ready to get that phone call on a random Thursday evening asking if you want to climb over these 3 ridges to take a look at this basin on Saturday morning. I won't say don't eat like crap, some people are absolute beasts and eat nothing but Oreos and pizza. Whatever works for your conditioning, do it. Just share that intensity for a good blood pumping workout as I do, and when you're out of breath think of that bull you want to chase. "The more you sweat in training, the less you bleed in battle" mentality.
HUNTING STYLE: I'm always open to successful suggestions, but for the most part, I'm looking for someone similar. Cover ground looking for animals, yet knows when to slow down and creep based upon terrain that looks or feels gamey. PLEASE know how to quietly and stealthily stalk an animal. Be aware of where each step is being placed. Stay on top of your game with calling and always look to get better. Don't take risky shots or shots above your ability. Not afraid to be down in a hell hole until 15 mins after dark. Practice shooting so that it becomes second nature to lace an arrow at whatever range you will shoot at. That's up to you. Know when to move and bust ass when needed to catch up to animals, but also know when to sit down for 20-30 mins and reflect on the God given country that we get to explore. Take pictures and be ok with that being your trophy if you've hunted hard and couldn't seal the deal. Nobody is perfect.
I'm sure I've left out some important details about myself and what I'm looking for in a new hunting partner, but if you share the same passions and intensity about hunting maybe it could turn into something fun to chase these critters through these steep hills and waist deep snow. Shoot me a PM and maybe we'll meet up at the range sometime and BS a bit. If I respectfully say "thanks but no thanks", don't take it personally. That's just my gut feeling talking and it's probably best we just stay off the same hills :chuckle:
-Logan
Post by: xXLojackXx on December 03, 2014, 10:57:48 AM
Post by: Ccortez on December 03, 2014, 10:59:12 AM
Heres my profile :tup: lop
Post by: xXLojackXx on December 18, 2014, 01:00:47 PM
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Post by: Stick slinger on December 26, 2014, 08:32:27 AM
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Post by: xXLojackXx on December 26, 2014, 08:49:19 PM
Don't be running away to far. Steve, pops and I like hearing your stories when you come out to restock. :tup:
W
Had me stumped for a minute on who you were :chuckle: I'll be back in there this year, hopefully with that tag and a season starting on the 12th :tup:
Post by: Stick slinger on December 26, 2014, 10:14:06 PM
Post by: xXLojackXx on December 26, 2014, 11:27:01 PM
Post by: RadSav on December 27, 2014, 01:21:42 AM
To be completely honest;
If I were your age again and in as good of shape as you appear to be...a hunting partner would be the last thing I would be looking for!! My success is easily tripled when hunting alone. You keep in shape and you could be racking up trophies for at least ten more years before you would benefit from a hunting partner.
Post by: xXLojackXx on December 27, 2014, 07:20:56 AM
We need a new "On Call" human pack mule. You sound like you might be the perfect candidate! :chuckle:
To be completely honest;
If I were your age again and in as good of shape as you appear to be...a hunting partner would be the last thing I would be looking for!! My success is easily tripled when hunting alone. You keep in shape and you could be racking up trophies for at least ten more years before you would benefit from a hunting partner.
I do usually hunt alone, but have a buddy within radio distance doing his own thing as well. And I agree, I get on way more animals going solo. I just don't think it's smart to attack the backcountry alone in some nasty country.
Post by: gotcha on December 27, 2014, 01:05:06 PM
Post by: RadSav on December 27, 2014, 04:01:53 PM
I just don't think it's smart to attack the backcountry alone in some nasty country.
Worth the risk if you ask me! Carry a SPOT or SATphone if concerned.
I have dreams of waking up one day 20 years younger, grabbing my bow and heading for the high country alone. Few things on earth let you know you are alive more than hunting elk, bear or muledeer solo at or above timberline! Hunting partners probably cause more accidents than mother nature ;)
Post by: gotcha on December 27, 2014, 04:58:57 PM
Post by: xXLojackXx on December 27, 2014, 05:02:51 PM
Will see what kind of shape he's in.
Careful what you wish for :bdid: I have some areas in mind for a spring/summer conditioning & scouting that'll burn out a mountain goats legs :tup:
Post by: gotcha on December 27, 2014, 05:33:17 PM
Post by: blackveltbowhunter on December 31, 2014, 03:24:40 PM
In a nutshell, If killing the biggest bull possible is your goal. Stick to solo hunting, Period. IMO you will have less opportunities at killing a top tier bull hunting with a partner, and more opportunities for real riffs and strife. And, No, I have never killed one and Yes my partner/s are aware of my stance on the issue. :chuckle:
Finding someone who hunts just like you is counter productive. You want to be compatible, but have different ideas. Otherwise one or the other is just "going along". Both of you will become better hunters for it.
Like any successful relationship communication vital for it to work well. I believe that any healthy partnership WILL have disagreements on something at sometime. Its part of growing and gettting better.
Post by: MtnMuley on December 31, 2014, 04:18:06 PM
In a nutshell, If killing the biggest bull possible is your goal. Stick to solo hunting, Period. IMO you will have less opportunities at killing a top tier bull hunting with a partner, and more opportunities for real riffs and strife.
I totally disagree. If you'd have mentioned a buck instead of a bull, I would agree. :twocents:
Post by: blackveltbowhunter on December 31, 2014, 04:28:09 PM
Post by: xXLojackXx on December 31, 2014, 06:16:25 PM
In a nutshell, If killing the biggest bull possible is your goal. Stick to solo hunting, Period. IMO you will have less opportunities at killing a top tier bull hunting with a partner, and more opportunities for real riffs and strife.
I totally disagree. If you'd have mentioned a buck instead of a bull, I would agree. :twocents:
I agree. Any animal like a buck that is largely spot and stalk, there's no reason to have more than 2 feet moving in on him. A bull that can be called in to a specific location while the shooter is on a different approach is a different ball game
Post by: blackveltbowhunter on January 01, 2015, 05:17:04 PM
My experience is that when hunting the top 1-5 percent of bulls on public land shot opportunities are rare, tough to achieve, and often employ the implementation of tactics that are often associated with big bucks. Even if you are in a great area. Will you still have opportunities at these bulls? Sure. But if your main concern is killing them consitently year in and year out possibly in multiple states, then you have to give yourself the best opportunity to do so.
I won't argue that percentage of available setups and shot opportunities can be increased when hunting with a great partner. But are they doubled? If not then you are behind the curve already. Also you have twice the room for error. That is all ASSUMING you and your partner are completly on the same page. ( which it sound like you are looking for :tup:)
Scenario 1) You and your partner have been religiously scouting an area. It has everything you have been trying to find.... Remote, rugged, rut sign and plenty of elk. You scout consistently and hang some cams locating several bulls in the basin some rags, some nice 5's a couple small 6's and one dandy a nice 300 frame 6 with a cheater on the left side. You monitor thermals, got wind patterns dialed and locate several wallows. These elk are as good as tied up. 2 weeks before the season you head up to the mountain to pull cards and check for sign. Your partner got called in for overtime but no biggie he has been up solo a couple times as well. On a whim you decide to check out a different basin in the afternoon in an area that looked great on GE and just might be overlooked by most hunters. Working your way into the area you are greeted by several wallows in a tucked away shelf, and a big stand of north facing timber with fresh elks sign. As you set up to glass the area, you notice 4 cows feeding with a spike bull in a pocket. You continue glassing and gasp as a stud 7x7 bull feeds out 150 to 250 yards downhill from the cows. This bull is all of 330 and you know by far one of the biggest bulls in the area.
What do you do? Do you even hunt this bull? This decision alone is made vastly easier when solo. If your GOAL is a trophy bull, then he is your target and killing him or die trying is the only option. Will your partner understand if you tell him you want to forgo the better odds of killing an elk in the "gimme" spot so you can chase YOUR big bull. Will he call for you? Will you flip for it? If he pulls first shooter straw, are you going to be good with him getting first chance? What if he blows it? Thats all just for picking option A. We are going after Toad on the opener? That doesnt even factor in the other options. These are very real questions that if you are a good partner are easy to answer.
Scenario 2: Continuation of scenario one. You decide your going after Toad. Your partner is great dude and graciously turns down your offer of drawing for first shooter, offering the response of " you found him, you kill him". Opening day is clear and cool, not typical but perfect. You had located the bull the evening before and no one was at the trailhead when you came in. The bull had been bugling at dusk, and had obviously laid claim to the harem of resident cows in the area, but was not overly worked up. After settling into position your partner lets out a locator and the response from the bull is immediate. Game on. Perfect wind, you cover 400 yards quick and are in position where you think he may be holed up. A couple cow calls later and you hear him bugle again closer and obviously enrout to round up his missing cows. You see his antlers rushing through the trees ahead of you and he is even better than you thought sweeping mains with dark chocolate color and ivory polished tips. Your looking for a hole any hole to shoot through none are there. He is closing fast and in a panic you draw your bow back, in anticipation of the shot. He locks em up..... A stare down follows at 15 yards and he wins as he quickly bolts and crashes away. Dejected you tell the story to your partner, who encourages you and gets you back on your feet. We will get him tomorrow. Ahhh.... but you wont. The next week is a series of frustrating encounters. Locator bugle go unanswered, challenge bugles are met with a half hearted responses, cow talk, calf talk, herd talk, rattling, breaking sticks all in vain. You have watched him in three encounters with other small bulls and everytime he circles downwind until he catches wind and cofirmation of his threat and then descends on them like seal team 6 on bin laden. But no matter how close you get he is always out of range. At this point your partner is wondering why he is there, the only time the bull plays along is inside of 80 - 100 yards, you may as well be calling for yourself. The jungles he has pushed his cows into are more conducive for it anyway. A week of his season has flown by and he hasn't even touched his bow. What now?
The guys who consistently kill the biggest bulls for a given area typically do so solo. Chuck Adams, Dan Evans, Cam, Randy Ulmer, etc mostly hunt solo. And with limited calling. The old adage "its lonely at the top" holds true in the elk woods as well. Big old bulls, are wary. One shot may be all you get in a season. Once they herd up they may be plenty visible, but very tough to intercept. And if you do its very likely what you did together you could have done alone in my experience.
Post by: coachcw on January 01, 2015, 05:39:58 PM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on January 01, 2015, 05:41:28 PM
I agree ., i,very killed most animals while hunting alone. But now that I'm fUllman grown it's nice to have buddy's to help pack out . Plus RT always has snickers and Karl brings a sweet pack Martin always has it mapped out. I guess I just gotta kill.good luck finding your match.
Just like one of those big rich hunter types! :chuckle: :yike:
Post by: coachcw on January 01, 2015, 05:44:37 PM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on January 01, 2015, 05:46:43 PM
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Post by: Jingles on February 20, 2015, 02:36:37 PM
Guess that means I'm old enough to be some of these folks granddaddy,, Glad I ain't slowing down to much
Post by: pianoman9701 on February 20, 2015, 02:46:10 PM
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Post by: Skyvalhunter on April 22, 2018, 10:27:11 AM
Sounds like a blast, Lojax. It's hard to find someone you can trust for 10 days hunting out of a drive-in camp, never mind back country. I hope you find the right partner. :tup:
Post by: teanawayslayer on May 27, 2018, 10:37:23 AM
Post by: hirshey on May 29, 2018, 02:42:28 PM
Lol I find this post funny. When I first started back country hunting the guy who took me was in his 50’s. In 30 plus years of hunting he never brought anyone new with him. Until he met me. As he put it, I New as soon as we first talked you had what it took mentally. He was an animal! I always shot the animals and he was a pack goat like you wouldn’t believe. 6 years later he no longer goes due to aches and pains and getting old. Now trying to find a new partner is tough. Finding someone with the right mindset is hard. Good luck filling your position! I would just recommend going by yourself it’s much easier!I agree! Finding people who want to hunt the same way you do, with the same values as you, AND who can keep it quiet where you are is challenging. I’ve had a few missteps along the way... lost a few hunting spots... but finding someone you can look to your left and high-five in those special moments is definitely worth the search in my humble opinion.