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I am a weak man
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10/18/17 08:16 PM
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Joined: Nov 2007
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CCBIRDDOGMAN
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Bird Herder
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And also broke! I'm a sucker for bird hunting / bird dog technology.
Haven't had it in years but never spit any out. I am a sucker for happy endings and strapped cowboys.
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: CCBIRDDOGMAN]
#6925049
10/18/17 08:44 PM
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NorthTXbirdhunter
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They are not getting away now, are they Kevin? You've got them cornered!
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Re: I am a weak man
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#6925122
10/18/17 09:53 PM
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Wacm
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Very nice!! A man must have a passion. Bird hunting is a great one. That stuff will come in handy with the decline since last year. Dogs are going to have to work harder this season
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Re: I am a weak man
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#6925180
10/18/17 10:48 PM
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Sweese
Bird Dog
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Bird Dog
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It will be a good year! I like the purchase.
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Re: I am a weak man
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#6925202
10/18/17 11:16 PM
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bobcat1
THF Trophy Hunter
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Bobby Barnett
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Re: I am a weak man
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#6925215
10/18/17 11:36 PM
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colt45-90
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a man has to have at least one vice
hold on Newt, we got a runaway
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Re: I am a weak man
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#6925228
10/18/17 11:52 PM
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bill oxner
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Get out there and get after that cheap meat.
Quail hunting is like walking into, and out of a beautiful painting all day long. Gene Hill
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: CCBIRDDOGMAN]
#6925440
10/19/17 03:43 AM
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nak
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I'm jealous.... I want the watch to go with my garmin
We all need to practice Whoa more.
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: CCBIRDDOGMAN]
#6925442
10/19/17 03:53 AM
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Buckshot54
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Looks like the birds are in trouble on your place!
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: nak]
#6925739
10/19/17 02:21 PM
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CCBIRDDOGMAN
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I'm jealous.... I want the watch to go with my garmin This watch is cool. Does more things than I could ever imagine a watch doing. Gonna take me weeks to figure everything out.
Haven't had it in years but never spit any out. I am a sucker for happy endings and strapped cowboys.
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: CCBIRDDOGMAN]
#6926342
10/19/17 11:43 PM
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blanked
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Tell me what the watch does. Does it replace the handheld completely
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Re: I am a weak man
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#6926453
10/20/17 01:45 AM
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Timn
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Woodsman
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The watch does replace the hand held pretty much. You still have to carry it but just look at the watch.
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: CCBIRDDOGMAN]
#6926514
10/20/17 03:17 AM
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bobcat1
THF Trophy Hunter
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I'm jealous.... I want the watch to go with my garmin This watch is cool. Does more things than I could ever imagine a watch doing. Gonna take me weeks to figure everything out. Nice to know them that has money!
Bobby Barnett
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: blanked]
#6926615
10/20/17 10:51 AM
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CCBIRDDOGMAN
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Tell me what the watch does. Does it replace the handheld completely It connects to my phone and alerts me of calls & texts, has all the fitness stuff like a fit watch (will keep track of walking , swimming, biking, etc.) has weather, topographic maps with navigation and will tell you which direction, how far and if your dog's are moving or pointing. It does many more things but that's all I've learned in two days.
Haven't had it in years but never spit any out. I am a sucker for happy endings and strapped cowboys.
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: CCBIRDDOGMAN]
#6926761
10/20/17 01:34 PM
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CCBIRDDOGMAN
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And if you're a golfer (i'm not) it has detailed maps of most courses in the U.S. (and probably the world).
Haven't had it in years but never spit any out. I am a sucker for happy endings and strapped cowboys.
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Re: I am a weak man
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#6926921
10/20/17 03:17 PM
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shooterwalter
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www.poetryshootingclub.comGun Dog Training, Flighty Quail Guided/Unguided Quail Hunting Group Events/Parties 700 Yard Range CLOSE TO DALLAS Take a youth shooting 214-728-2755 By appointment always and you shoot in private.
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: CCBIRDDOGMAN]
#6933231
10/25/17 05:38 PM
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DaleGribble
Bird Dog
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Bird Dog
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I guess I am just dumb, havent figured out how to connect my watch to my alpha yet.
Gun's don't kill people. The Government does.
I killed eight gophers last year and a purebred Tennessee walking horse that was looking at me funny.
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: DaleGribble]
#6933280
10/25/17 06:16 PM
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CCBIRDDOGMAN
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Bird Herder
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Bird Herder
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I guess I am just dumb, havent figured out how to connect my watch to my alpha yet. What watch do you have?
Haven't had it in years but never spit any out. I am a sucker for happy endings and strapped cowboys.
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: CCBIRDDOGMAN]
#6933286
10/25/17 06:18 PM
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DaleGribble
Bird Dog
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Bird Dog
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Gun's don't kill people. The Government does.
I killed eight gophers last year and a purebred Tennessee walking horse that was looking at me funny.
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: CCBIRDDOGMAN]
#6933300
10/25/17 06:25 PM
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CCBIRDDOGMAN
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Bird Herder
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Download Garmin Express onto your computer and follow its instructions to update watch & Handheld (very simple), then follow these instructions.
Using the Dog Tracking Widget on a fenix 3
The fenix 3 series devices have a Dog Tracking widget. The device software version does have to be up to date in order for the dog tracking widget to be available. Please see related content for updating the software on your device. The dog tracking widget is only functional when used with the Alpha 100 and Astro 430 dog tracking handhelds.
In order for the widget to receive information from the dog tracking handheld Broadcast Mode must be enabled on the handheld.
To enable Broadcast Mode on the transmitting handheld (Alpha):
Go To Main Menu Select Setup Select Dogs Select Broadcast Dog Data Select On
To enable the widget on the wearable (watch):
Select Settings Select Widgets Select DogTrack Select Status to Show
Once the dog tracking handheld is set to Broadcast Mode and tracking a compatible dog tracking collar the wearable widget will show the dogs names, status, distance and direction from the handheld.
The widget will also alert the user when the Dog has treed or is on point just like the transmitting handheld does. In order for these alerts to show on the watch the user needs to be on the widget screen. The notifications will not occur on the watch if the user is on the watch screen or another widget screen.
Haven't had it in years but never spit any out. I am a sucker for happy endings and strapped cowboys.
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: CCBIRDDOGMAN]
#6933340
10/25/17 06:58 PM
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Joined: Aug 2009
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DaleGribble
Bird Dog
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Bird Dog
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Thanks CC. I will give it a shot when I get home
Gun's don't kill people. The Government does.
I killed eight gophers last year and a purebred Tennessee walking horse that was looking at me funny.
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: CCBIRDDOGMAN]
#6934028
10/26/17 02:49 AM
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nak
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Download Garmin Express onto your computer and follow its instructions to update watch & Handheld (very simple), then follow these instructions.
Using the Dog Tracking Widget on a fenix 3
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Once the dog tracking handheld is set to Broadcast Mode and tracking a compatible dog tracking collar the wearable widget will show the dogs names, status, distance and direction from the handheld.
The widget will also alert the user when the Dog has treed or is on point just like the transmitting handheld does. In order for these alerts to show on the watch the user needs to be on the widget screen. The notifications will not occur on the watch if the user is on the watch screen or another widget screen. A couple of questions about the watch that i do not find info on the Garmin website about. 1] What is the range between the watch and the Alpha 2] Can the Alpha update more than one watch simultaneously? We are wondering if you and a hunting buddy can each sync watches to one Alpha? There are usually 3 - 4 of use, but we only have two alphas. Is this bluetooth or something similar in range, or is the Watch to Alpha connection using channel hopping Murs, like the link to the collars? If its is Murs, that should give you a couple of hundred feet of range with the tiny antenna in the watch.
We all need to practice Whoa more.
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: CCBIRDDOGMAN]
#6934305
10/26/17 01:21 PM
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CCBIRDDOGMAN
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Bird Herder
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It's Bluetooth so about 50 feet max. Yes, I believe multiple watches can sync to the same alpha but they would have to be within the 50' range. It's mostly so you can leave the Alpha in it's holster or vest pocket and just look at your watch for distance and direction of dog. If you would only be getting the watch for dog track function, it's probably not worth the $700 price tag. You can buy the Alpha 100 handheld for $600.
Haven't had it in years but never spit any out. I am a sucker for happy endings and strapped cowboys.
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Re: I am a weak man
[Re: CCBIRDDOGMAN]
#6943961
11/02/17 07:39 PM
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reeltexan
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Looks like you're set for a good long while.
"Give me an Army of West Point graduates and I'll win a battle... Give me a handful of Texas Aggies and I'll win a war." - General Patton
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