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Jun 19
2008
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Apr 23
2008
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Hunting in Bear CountryPosted by South Cox in south cox, mauling, eastmans bowhunting journal, bowhunting, bow hunting, bivouac, bear |
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I thought I would call out one of the comments I received about the bear mauling directly on the blog. Thanks for the question, my response is below.
Comment: I guess your story summed up my wife'
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Feb 26
2008
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Sleeping PadsPosted by South Cox in south cox, sleeping pads, eastmans bowhunting journal, bowhunting, bivouac, back country, archery |
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Besides providing a more comfortable nights' sleep, sleeping pads provide another important function; insulation. I vividly recall one bivouac trip I made. In an effort to shave a couple of pounds or so off of my packs weight I decided to leave my pad at home. Several hours into the night, with chattering teeth I realized what that second function was. Since that time, technology and innovation
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Feb 13
2008
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Lightweight Sleeping BagsPosted by South Cox in south cox, sleeping bag, hunting, bowhunting, bivouac, back country, archery |
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One of the bulkiest items on your gear list for a bivy hunt is probably your sleeping bag. If it has not been replaced in the last couple of years, chances are you can not only shave off some weight, but also significantly reduce the bulk. Almost all of the major sleeping bag manufacturers are offering sub 2 pound 3 season down bags now. Some have reduced the weight down to as little as a single pound
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Jan 30
2008
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My goal in this blog is to help you learn the ropes of backcountry hunting. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or have never spent the night out in the wilderness, I think there will be something for everyone. I invite your questions, comments and critiques. The first several entries I plan
