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 Muskox Hunt!
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02/21/16 09:49 PM
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jefeh
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I was drawn for an Alaska Muskox hunt. I can't believe it as the draw odds are pretty low. Has anyone gone? There are 2 options, using a guide or using a transportation service. Even though I do mostly diy hunts I'm leaning towards the guided hunt. Just hoping someone on the THF has gone and can make a recommendation.
S/F
Jeff
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
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02/21/16 10:27 PM
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LandPirate
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That would be awesome. I'm with you. No sense in burning a good shot at a rare hunt. Go with a guide.
Mike
Buda, Tx
Hunt near Freer
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
[Re: jefeh]
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02/21/16 10:50 PM
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TexFlip
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Just to make sure that it is done thoroughly, I go both ways.
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
[Re: jefeh]
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02/21/16 11:23 PM
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Mr. T.
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Cabin rental in Pagosa Springs, Co.
Sleeps 10, If interested please PM me.
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
[Re: Mr. T.]
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02/21/16 11:31 PM
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SnakeWrangler
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I believe in science and I’m an insufferable [censored] Actually, BBC is pretty damn good "You Cannot Simultaneously Be Politically Correct And Intellectually Honest!"
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
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#6193513
02/21/16 11:52 PM
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jefeh
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Yeah, above the arctic circle in February will be a bit chilly!
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
[Re: jefeh]
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02/22/16 12:14 AM
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kmon11
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Yeah, above the arctic circle in February will be a bit chilly! Hunt there at that time of the year, I would not hunt it without a guide. Go with their recommendations for clothing and equipment.
lf the saying "Liar, Liar your pants on fire" were true
Mainstream news might be fun to watch
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
[Re: kmon11]
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02/22/16 01:00 AM
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Yeah, above the arctic circle in February will be a bit chilly! Hunt there at that time of the year, I would not hunt it without a guide. Go with their recommendations for clothing and equipment. X2  CONGRATULATIONS and GOOD LUCK 
Lucky 7 Exotic Ranch located in Eden, Tx. Well managed self sustaining herds roaming our 3,000 acre ranch. First Class Lodging, Ranch style meals and qualified guides. 30+ species.
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
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02/22/16 01:07 AM
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rifleman
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Yeah, above the arctic circle in February will be a bit chilly! Hunt there at that time of the year, I would not hunt it without a guide. Go with their recommendations for clothing and equipment. It appears they may suggest some white clothing for camo...looks a wee bit frigid.
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
[Re: jefeh]
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02/22/16 01:33 AM
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Simple Searcher
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That just looks too cold for me.
![[Linked Image]](https://live.staticflickr.com/848/43929693942_36eb4b30cb_m.jpg) "Man is still a hunter, still a simple searcher after meat..." Robert C. Ruark
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
[Re: jefeh]
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02/22/16 02:42 AM
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skeeter22
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
[Re: jefeh]
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02/22/16 06:16 AM
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KODIAK
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Awesome!
Ive lived here in Alaska since 1987 and Never drawn one.
So Im headed to the Northwest Territories Canada next month.
I am guessing you drew Nunivak?...if so those trannsporters have it dialed in and get your ox.
Personally I would just use a transporter...but I have a LOT of experience here. If any doubts in your experience or abilities go guided. Its extreme!
Good Luck!!
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
[Re: jefeh]
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02/22/16 06:25 AM
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dkershen
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Wow. Hunt of a lifetime for sure
To be sure of hitting the target, shoot first and call whatever you hit the target.www.NewHopeEquine.com - Health and Healing through Horses.
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
[Re: jefeh]
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02/22/16 07:14 AM
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jefeh
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It is on Nunivak Island. I can't believe I drew it either. When I received the draw results and it said successful I thought it would be for the Etolin island elk hunt. When I put in the code and found out it was for muskox I was shocked. was thinking Africa in spring of 17 but looks like it will Alaska again.
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
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02/22/16 07:55 AM
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KODIAK
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Get the best gear you can afford. Luckily you have a year to get everything together.
Hopefully Ill have some pics to post in about 6 weeks.
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
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02/22/16 10:00 AM
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dawaba
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Get a guide. The hunt isn't difficult, but surviving the cold (-25 to -40F) is. I can recommend the Northern Outfitters Arctic Clothing System. I bought mine off EBay, since the outfit had only been worn once by the previous owner....who wore it on his own muskox hunt. Even used, the entire outfit still cost nearly $1000. A full face mask and polarized ski goggles are musts too. Be sure and take a spare face mask to wear while the first mask is thawing out inside your jacket (your breath ices up the mask in minutes).  
"For every complex problem there is an answer that is clear, simple.....and wrong." H. L. Mencken
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
[Re: jefeh]
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02/22/16 11:48 AM
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CitySlickerHunter
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WOW!!!! Guide 4SURE! 
"I can't be over gunned because the animal can't be over dead"-Elmer Keith
10/30/2012 I VOTED for The American
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
[Re: jefeh]
#6194184
02/22/16 02:43 PM
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Palehorse
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Holey Moley! What an awesome adventure!
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Re: Muskox Hunt!
[Re: jefeh]
#6194374
02/22/16 04:28 PM
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PMK
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"everyone that lives dies but not everyone who dies lived..."
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