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Big Game Hunting => Deer Hunting => Topic started by: Hankbest17 on October 25, 2023, 12:38:23 PM

Title: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: Hankbest17 on October 25, 2023, 12:38:23 PM: That’s the question :chuckle my dad got drawn we’ve been here since two days before it opened lots of hiking and glassing seeing plenty of does and small bucks and a couple decent bucks but not the one he’s dreamt about seeing in the famous desert unit if anyone has some good intel that would be greatly appreciated! If he ends up being successful I will be sure to post some pics here
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: HUNTNORTHWEST on October 25, 2023, 01:02:43 PM: There were more tags than usual issued in that unit this year. At least that’s what it seams like. I’m sure someone here knows that actual stats but should be lots of hunter competition.
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: high_hunter on October 25, 2023, 01:28:34 PM: Same with my ol man. What tags he got?

I won't be any help until after he gets his but then happy to share intel or lend a hand anytime on a packout.

PM if you wanna connect

HH.
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: Hankbest17 on October 25, 2023, 01:32:47 PM: He has the early tag we’re here now hunting been fun so far!
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: Mtnwalker on October 25, 2023, 01:34:20 PM: Quote from: HUNTNORTHWEST on October 25, 2023, 01:02:43 PM
There were more tags than usual issued in that unit this year. At least that’s what it seams like. I’m sure someone here knows that actual stats but should be lots of hunter competition.

18-20 has been the norm lately for the early hunt, this year was 18. Hank tell your Dad to stay positive and keep grinding it out, these last few days of the season will be the best. Don't give up right when it starts getting good!
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: duckmen1 on October 25, 2023, 01:57:55 PM: These days seeing deer there isn't a problem. But seeing a big buck well thats a different story. Best of luck. Have a fun hunt and enjoy the area.
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: Wingin it on October 25, 2023, 07:26:36 PM: Nothing specific to add, but good luck to your dad! I hope he connects with a good one.
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: bigdub257 on October 25, 2023, 08:09:48 PM: I saw a picture of a 7x7 toad that was reportedly taken out of the unit on the opener. Don't have any other specifics. Hopefully you guys can find something similar! My dream hunt!
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: high_hunter on October 25, 2023, 08:45:13 PM: Quote from: Hankbest17 on October 25, 2023, 01:32:47 PM
He has the early tag we’re here now hunting been fun so far!

The early modern. Good for him and you for going along. Hope something big presents itself these last few days. Like others said, stay positive and keep grinding it out.

We'll be in there in November so looking forward to the later season action.

-HH
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: blindluck on October 26, 2023, 05:58:15 AM: Saw one of the legends of the unit last winter. They are there and you will know when you see one.
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: Bone collector 13 on October 26, 2023, 07:49:04 AM: There was a stud killed opening morning. There are a few out there. Keep grinding
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: boneaddict on October 26, 2023, 08:02:11 AM: I’ll probably hit it this weekend. If you see a big lens, say hey
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: Hankbest17 on October 26, 2023, 08:20:43 AM: Thank you guys for the replies and messages!! He killed one last night here’s a pic and my dad is a newbie on this site but claims he will do a write up
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: 92xj on October 26, 2023, 08:27:56 AM: Nice and congrats!

Was it just a chance encounter? acting rutty at all?
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: LDennis24 on October 26, 2023, 08:53:00 AM: Nice buck! Tell him Congratulations! Thats a cool rack!
What's all this nonsense about a 7x7 toad... pic?
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: Bone collector 13 on October 26, 2023, 08:55:37 AM: Quote from: LDennis24 on October 26, 2023, 08:53:00 AM
Nice buck! Tell him Congratulations! Thats a cool rack!
What's all this nonsense about a 7x7 toad... pic?

Iv seen pics. But I have yet to see the shooter post anywhere. So I don’t wanna be that guy. Can confirm it’s a toad
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: boneaddict on October 26, 2023, 09:06:14 AM: Sweet Buck! Congratulations. You guys are going to shoot them all before I get pics. LOL
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: HntnFsh on October 26, 2023, 09:45:45 AM: Beautiful buck with some good character. Love it. Congrats to all!
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: Klickitatsteelie on October 26, 2023, 09:58:49 AM: It’s a big buck. Not mine to share but definitely one worth cashing in points for. That’s a cool buck and congrats on the successful hunt.
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: Jpmiller on October 26, 2023, 11:08:37 AM: Nice buck! So you have any from another angle? That passenger side looks neat .
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: Ridgerunner on October 26, 2023, 11:54:44 AM: Some nice ones getting pulled out of desert this year thats for sure.
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: high_hunter on October 26, 2023, 01:58:58 PM: Congrats to your dad! Looks like a solid choice 👌

If ya have any insight on rut activity or other PM pls.
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: teanawayslayer on October 26, 2023, 02:28:06 PM: Congrats to your dad! If those antlers weren’t attached to the head I would guess it was a whitetail
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: mcrawfordaf on October 26, 2023, 02:29:38 PM: Quote from: teanawayslayer on October 26, 2023, 02:28:06 PM
Congrats to your dad! If those antlers weren’t attached to the head I would guess it was a whitetail

Was thinking the same. What an awesome looking animal!

Congratulations to you and your dad.
Title: Re: Desert where’s the big one?
Post by: bigmacc on October 26, 2023, 04:04:32 PM: Great buck, love those antlers, like some have said, almost whitetailish. Congratulations.👍