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  1. sep0667

    Differences in areas

    Good luck, with that many deer wintering there and if no ones been there you should have a great day. Shed hunting down here is crazy anymore. Everything gets hit. It used to be a lot more fun that it is now. I'm hoping its just a short term fad for a lot of people. Going out and finding...
  2. sep0667

    Antler deformation possible nutrient deficiency?

    When Ive seen antler tips that blunt, broke off, brittle/chalky on the tips I've assumed the deer was sick or diseased etc. I had a mature buck on cam a couple years ago all fall and he was all over, seemed healthy, but his one side was brittle/chalky looking and the tips were blunted/broke...
  3. sep0667

    Tree ID

    Shed hunting last weekend I noticed nearly every single one of these type of trees had a big nice rub on it. Not sure if that is because there wasnt much for rubbing size trees or if the bucks really liked this specific type of tree. Im thinking its some sort of crabapple? Maybe worth planting...
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    Fun podcast: buying land, farming, regulations, other states, habitat, etc etc.

    I listened to this one. This was good. Ive listened to quite a few podcasts that you have been on skip and it is all great stuff. I like watching them on youtube, funny to see your eyes moving back and forth thinking lol
  5. sep0667

    Sheds

    2/14 & 2/15. 17.1 miles hiked this past weekend. Just one shed found. Small 4 pt. Saturday headed an hour 30 south to no hunting park in south central Iowa hoping that might up the odds. Its where I found the one. I dont think I'll ever be back at that park though, just an absoulte jungle for...
  6. sep0667

    Current state of farming/ag

    Theres a good handful of small vineyards around metros and Ive seen some lavendar places in recently. Ive assumed these places are just more of a side hobby and not a sole income. Corn & beans are 99% of the ag landscape though. Of course there are cattle/pasture as well.
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    Current state of farming/ag

    Ive never understood it. Some farmers run old equipment, vehicles, have old houses in bad shape etc. They seem broke. Then others are constantly driving the newest equipment, getting a new pickup every couple of years, nice houses, sxs's, going on vacations etc.
  8. sep0667

    Sheds

    Im at 8. 5 fresh and 3 old. Its early yet, only 2/11. Most bucks still holding. If you are walking any kind of public ground the amount of people already pounding it is ridiculous. Of course, I am one of them though. I use to just find a few boot prints now and then, never saw another person...
  9. sep0667

    SW IA Forester Recommendation

    I've worked with Lindsay Barney on some projects. Very knowledgable and good to work with. Draws up good detailed plans with clear instructions. She is available to reach out for any questions etc as well. Very good experience.
  10. sep0667

    Possible sale

    I'm possibly going sale my 80 and 1031 into another farm. Location south central IA. Anyone with serious interest in info PM me.
  11. sep0667

    Pheasant rebound…

    No, mainly just walking parallel to each other in the same direction
  12. sep0667

    Pheasant rebound…

    I went out new years day. Flushed a total of 25 birds by my count. Zero shot, flushed several roosters, but all to far out ahead for a shot. I guess not to bad for just two people walking and no dog, felt like a lot of walking though for what was seen. Walking crp ground.
  13. sep0667

    Giant Deer of Iowa are rapidly becoming a past memory

    I agree. So many guys just HAVE TO SHOOT something!! Gotta pull that trigger!! I think a lot of hunters are just not aware of how good things were and could be if they could just hold off sometimes. To many just have that tag burning a hole in their pocket. There could be 10 deer in the entire...
  14. sep0667

    I need my own property....

    Sounds like you have options to free up money sooner than later if you want it. And keep in mind, land appreciates. The cars, harley, and boat depreciate.
  15. sep0667

    I need my own property....

    Personally if I didnt know what kind of deer are in the area I would wait and keep saving for something bigger. Do you guys have vehicle payments? If so and you really want to buy something you could sell your vehicles and getting cheaper paid for cars and probably easily save $1000 a month...
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    Giant Deer of Iowa are rapidly becoming a past memory

    1. Increasing the herd population is the answer to me. Could you imagine how quickly the herd and age class would bounce back if there was a just a plain no doe harvest for 3 years statewide? Heck, say no deer hunting statewide for 2 years, even bucks. Could you imagine how many mature deer...
  17. sep0667

    I need my own property....

    Sub $750 a month after the downpayment? And you are a dual income household? Buy it. That should be easy. Heck you could easily just sidegig your way to $750 a month and not even touch your regular income for the payments.
  18. sep0667

    I need my own property....

    Tough to give my opinion without knowing your income, currently monthly expenses, price of the property, income off the property etc.
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