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Posted By: white17

The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/16/10 08:54 PM

The old one was acting strange so we have a new one. The previous one is in the archives.
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/16/10 08:56 PM

Yeah it did some weird stuff when I clicked on it, it went to the last page but it was empty, had to go back one to read anything. Thanks!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/16/10 10:15 PM

A lot of us remember what havoc the first Almighty raised with the system. Better to play it safe.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/16/10 11:09 PM

That's for sure ! I think that first one took down the whole site when we hit around 4000 IIRC.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/10 01:22 AM

Hey Bethel boys, what's the river looking like?
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/10 01:31 AM

Rotten! We had some rain yesterday. The tripod hasn't moved, but there is open water all around it. I'm hoping it breaks tomorrow about 5:37...... wink
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/10 02:03 AM

I am thinking wed or thursday will be the day it all goes for good.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/10 02:11 AM

Good! The river is draining pretty quick here and hope the barges can get to going before we don't have any water again.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/10 07:12 AM

Flew in today. Ice was moving in Marshall and lots of open water from St. Mary's to Mt. but the ice was holding. but it looked ready to move if it hadn't. Not sure what was holding it. Water really came up fast the last 4 days or so.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/10 04:45 PM

So is there a pool on when the ice moves out ? Cash prize ?
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/18/10 02:03 AM

Yes and Yes....I didn't win. The river went out at 8:52 this morning, but is jammed up now.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/18/10 08:42 AM

Huge money on the Nenena.
http://www.nenanaakiceclassic.com/

Nenana Ice Classic 2010
The Jackpot for the 2010 Nenana Ice Classic is $279,030.00.
The payout will be made on June 1st



April 29, 2010 9:06 AM Alaska Standard Time
Tanana River went out Tripod clock stopped.
Watch it here.

http://www.nenanaakiceclassic.com/Clock%20Stopped%20Siren%20Going.wmv
Posted By: Moses

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/18/10 04:49 PM

they say who won yet. think there was like 3 or 4 that were splitting the big bux.
Posted By: ROOSTER BOB

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/18/10 09:49 PM

Excuse my ignorance, but what is the tripod and siren for? Just curious.
Posted By: Doogie

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/18/10 09:54 PM

check out the frist link Family Trapper posted, it explains it all, one of the crew memebers on the boat said that was his retiremnt plan lol wonder if he won lol
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/19/10 06:27 AM

Nenana was a bummer missed it by 2 hours and 1 minute frown
My wife missed by under 30 minutes one year an old timer here who passed on a few years back won it not once but twice!!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/19/10 01:23 PM

Yeah we had a guy here who won it twice!
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/19/10 02:13 PM

Missing it by 2 days feels better than missing it by 2 minutes.

But you are still out the same amount of cash!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/21/10 04:22 AM

The Yukon was Grinding here today...not as exiting, as in past years
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/21/10 02:57 PM

Keep an eye out Jeff.

When you see Dawson and Whitehorse trash going by, you know Spring cannot be far behind, eh?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/21/10 10:04 PM

That usualy shows up later in the season,with the Canoes and Kayaks. smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/10 12:33 AM

The Sheefish are running.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/10 05:23 AM

That's a nice looking fish! How are they for table fare?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/10 05:57 AM

The hooligan are running too..

I scooped almost 100lbs in 30 mins..... with my TROUT net.....

They aren't super thick yet, but they are here....

Jeff,
What are the dimensions, length / weight of that fish???
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/10 06:00 AM

They are exelent,...but mid summer they get a bit mushy...best in the cold water months.we have them year round.

not sure hup..I dont measure or weigh them,but they get MUCH bigger..thats a fry smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/10 06:09 AM

how do you catch them???

and what kind of teeth do they have????

that mouth doesn't look to predatory, unless it opens a whole lot more..
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/10 06:47 AM

We catch them in nets set in the flooded willow..they run up while the ice is going out..they dont have teath..and have a high oil content..I would bet they were eating hooligin,but spawning now,and yes the mouth opens quite big..kind of like a tarpon..kind of looks like one too.
Posted By: akntrpr

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/10 03:27 PM

Grayling are running here!
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/10 06:24 PM

At least the Grayling are bighting some place. The famly and I hit the Clearwater this weekend and the Grayling were not bighting at all on anything. Two fish for the entire weekend for us, and that is the worst I have ever done on that river. They were in, just not feeding.

-TJ
Posted By: akntrpr

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/10 07:03 PM

Well I've been flyfishing this little spot for over 40 years. There were two other families there last night and they caught one and I landed 20+. 40 years ago the limit was 20 now its 2!
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/10 10:21 PM

Will be grayling fishing soon. I know they are biting very good down the road. I spend more of my time fishing them in June and July. Will release hundreds in a matter of hours.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/10 10:23 PM

It is bear hunting time, now, so no time for fishing! smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/29/10 03:40 PM

GOOD MORNING, NEIGHBORS!!!!!!!!!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/29/10 07:56 PM

We are hosting a smolt counting crew and they just hit one of the big outbound bubbles of smolt.

In fact the smolt were running so hot you can see one here over Mt. Puelik.


Wish our Grayling were at the levels they were before the Sky Ho's and the Otter got them.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/29/10 10:18 PM

Is smolt the past tense of smelt ?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/10 12:01 AM

We drove the boat past a cow and two newborn calves..they walked into the brush but this little guy slipped, and fell, and could not decide how to get around the log..
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/10 02:20 AM

W17:
Nope the smolt morp into big bucks the smelt go up in smoke.
YK:
They really have problems getting around at first. We usually have twins dropped right in front of the house but the cow wasn't here this year.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/10 02:46 AM

I hope Hup doesn't see that. He'll be wanting to hit with a truck.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/10 02:52 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
I hope Hup doesn't see that. He'll be wanting to hit with a truck.


LOL...and yes UB..you would be suprised how good they can swim at that age though..I have seen them swim, a pretty big slough,and even against the current....they must float pretty good.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/10 03:03 AM

I've seen ones smaller than that drown trying to cross this river. Must be quite a difference in strength in just a week or so
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/10 05:12 AM

Yes I imagine some are lost during the flood here as well.

Happy Easter
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/10 03:01 PM

Looks like an omelette.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/05/10 04:21 AM

Any opinions on a place called the Great Alaska Seafood Company ? i have been getting emails and mailings from them about their products.

Worth the cost ?
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/05/10 10:45 AM

If you want quality a place that I can vouch for is Coal Point Seafood in Homer. http://www.welovefish.com/
She buys all my halibut. They are daily caught fish as opposed to fish that sit on a boat for days. Flash frozen the same day. She is all about purchasing quality from selected fisherman that have proven themselves to produce a quality product over the years.
Salmon, Halibut and more. The father to the Hillstrand brothers on Deadliest catch built the business with a dream to get commercial fisherman closer to the consumer.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/06/10 12:18 PM

Is there a difference in taste between:

King Salmon

Red Salmon

Silver Salmon

Chum Salmon

Pink Salmon
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/06/10 12:40 PM

Yup
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/06/10 10:04 PM

King Salmon make the best strips
Red Salmon make the best dried fish
Silvers good for freezing and salting
Chum salmon also called dog salmon cause most people feed them to their dogs
pinks not worth wasting time on
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 04:19 AM

I agree will Otterman, except....I'd would rather eat a dime bright chum rather than a silver.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 04:41 AM

I think our silver are more like your chums nice and fat our chums tend to be just blah in flavor and get mushy when frozen. We do use a few of the incidental caught ones for three day smoke then boil and dipped in Seal oil that is about the only way I can eat them.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 06:38 AM

I find the Silvers to have a strong flavor,and realy dont like to eat them at all..most people here dont either.
our Chums are real nice and rich..they have more fat than most kings do..they are not the pale meat mushy ones otterman is talking about though..I have seen those and agree..
and I realy dont like the reds that are so dry either..they make OK dry fish though...and believe it or not I have had dried/smoked Humpys that were "To Die For"...
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 07:11 AM

I agree with freezing chums....yuck!, but I've eaten many of them that went from the net to the grill. I'd take a fresh, from the net chum over a fresh, from the net silver.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 08:05 AM

Rafe..do you guys get a fall run of chums?..we do here and they are fat as Hogs..they run all the way to Canada and look like torpedo's..BTW any Kings there yet?..(no salmon here yet)and water is real Low already..looks like fall time.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 02:10 PM

My preference is reds up here. Silvers are mushy and chums are just dog food...most kings are too.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 02:14 PM

I like them all, each one prepared correctly is good.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 06:25 PM

We caught a King and a sheefish yesterday. The Sheefish was fanatastic. The meat on them in the summer seems softer than the one we caught yesterday.

The water is very low here too. It would take a LOT of rain to get things to normal.

As far as I know, we do not get a fall run of chums.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 06:44 PM

Sweeeet!..and yes the Sheefish are fresh from the ocean in the spring and fat..as they hang in the river all summer they get mushy and skinny.
been dry out this way and and about the only way the water will rise here anytime soon is,when the fish come in and water displacement makes it rise..hopfully soon..I have a Hankerin for some fresh King smile
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 07:05 PM

mmmmm, Yukon King Salmon....... Man I wish I had some of that right now.

-TJ
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 07:43 PM

My dog loves Kings too.....

I tried eatin some yesterday, and after the over abundance of cajun seasoning I put on it, burned out my tongue, it was GREAT..

But the first 5 or 6 bites were dreaded.....

I think them white kings are fishier.......
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 09:37 PM

Guys, what's this?

Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 09:42 PM

Weasel
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 09:51 PM

Ermine type or something else?
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 09:57 PM

An ermine is just the white phase of the weasel...I believe we have short tailed weasels up here...
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 10:04 PM

yea its a summer ermin they change colors like ptarmigan
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 10:06 PM

Gotcha, thanks smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 10:14 PM

that is $20 on taxi .net
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 11:23 PM

LOL It's not mine, was posted on another forum. Someone's cat killed it before it got into their chicken coop.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/10 11:38 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
that is $20 on taxi .net

Its a fur bearer and out of season,I would not be selling it
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/10 02:09 AM

Legally, you should turn in the picture.
Posted By: EurekaTrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/10 02:35 AM

I think that cat killed Romeo too.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/10 02:59 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Originally Posted By: Hupurest
that is $20 on taxi .net

Its a fur bearer and out of season,I would not be selling it


Good call. It should be skun and turned into fish and game as a DLP...
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/10 05:21 AM

Be sure to keep all of the claws....
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/10/10 08:13 PM

Spent a bit of time last evening and some time this morning with Trapper Ty from KOTZ. Great guy! Just the sort of young guy we want in Alaska. He got weathered in here last night.
Posted By: Yellow Moon

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/10/10 09:02 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Just the sort of young guy we want in Alaska.


Right on, nice to hear!

You did not converse about Elan's, did you?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/11/10 02:32 AM

Oh noooooooooooo !
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/11/10 08:24 PM

How is the fishing in Alaska around the middle of July ??

There is a deal going on for a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to ANC for only $884 round trip. That would be Coach. Looking into First Class prices on the flight and also looking into the Amtrak route up to Bellingham and then the Alaska Ferry to Anchorage. Whichever has the best deal.


Thanks,
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/11/10 08:50 PM

Flying will be the cheapest.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/11/10 09:17 PM

Yea, my dad wanted to drive up from Michigan this summer...til he added up the fuel costs,lol. He decided he's gonna fly up again afterall...

IMO, Its worth the extra $ to drive up if you have the time...BC and the YT are awesome..
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/11/10 11:49 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
How is the fishing in Alaska around the middle of July ??

There is a deal going on for a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to ANC for only $884 round trip. That would be Coach. Looking into First Class prices on the flight and also looking into the Amtrak route up to Bellingham and then the Alaska Ferry to Anchorage. Whichever has the best deal.


Thanks,


Mid July to Mid Aug is usually about peak halibut fishing and the coho are showing up good about then. Kings are questionable this year, but some parts of the state will have a late run showing up about then. I like the ferry ride from Bellingham, but it takes a few extra days to get to South Central AK- with a ferry change somewhere along the route. Not bad if you are only going as far as Juneau though.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/12/10 03:33 PM

Bell. to Juneau is about 3 days. If you are bringing a vehicle, you better check reservations, as they book up quickly in the summer. And a vehicle of say 19-20' long will set you back around $800.00 or so....each way.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/13/10 05:20 AM

3 reds a king and a dog in the last two days fish are starting to show well. We should have a big slug of kings sometime this week. Smoke house is ready, splitting tables in place, all we need is the fish
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/13/10 05:36 AM

Still non here yet,we are closed untill tomorrow ..they expect some anytime,they did hit some at the mouth,but we are 70 mi up
,looks pretty late this year here.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/14/10 02:38 AM

41 kings today half done smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/18/10 12:52 PM

GOOD MORNING, ALASKANS !!!!

It is going to be Sunny, Hot and Humid with temps in the uppers 80's today!!


WAKE UP!!!!!!!
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/18/10 02:40 PM

Better yet, here it will be cloudy, not hot and not humid. Probably stay in the 50's and lower 60's all day.

Unlike that convention oven you live in down there in America, CB, it will be quite pleasant! And daylight all 24 hours.

Good day to mow the grass and weed the garden.

Pete
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/18/10 02:55 PM

X2 except for the grass and the garden
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/18/10 04:24 PM

I've been weedwacking the hill for the past half hour .


Garden,?? I got 6 Better Boy Tomato plants in the ground this year.. I had to cut back from th 106 Tomato plants I put in the year before..

What vegetables grow in Alaska? Can you grow Strawberries in AK ?
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/18/10 04:30 PM

yep strawberries grow great out where I live,only hard part is keeping the birds out of them.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/18/10 08:30 PM

Yep wild strawberries. they're hard to kill though. I used a cat to clean out a patch of them in 1985 and the darn things grew right back !
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/18/10 09:06 PM

I guess he hasn't heard that everything grows here... or about our giant veggies.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/23/10 01:36 AM

Yukon Kings...they have the highest oil content of any Salmon in the world
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/23/10 02:06 AM

So they are showing up now? How does the run look?

-TJ
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/23/10 02:15 AM

Yea TJ...they hit pretty good here in the past few days..the chums hit real hard yesterday...looks like the rest of the state and the fish are slow coming back,we did have a rather cool spring,snd the water has to be the right temp before they will come in...and if you ask me the run is always strong..if you ask FnG they are about extinct..LOL
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/23/10 06:39 AM

Good to hear. Let me know if you need a place to store a few of those.... smile

-TJ
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/23/10 07:33 AM

LOL...will do...they are so rich you cant realy eat as much as you think...we have a drift test fishery,here,starting this year...a local guy, drifts twice a day,for a count, and gives the catch away,to locals,..hopfully this will give a better idea of he run size,then they were getting...they also moved some of the test fishery set net sites,that have been in bad fishing spots for years..dont be suprised if now the fish runs suddenly rebound smile
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/23/10 04:10 PM

yukonjeff, it looks like a couple bullet holes in two of those fish. I've heard of shooting halibut, but king salmon?
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/23/10 04:48 PM

Those look like lamprey holes. We used to see them alot on Lake Trout on Lake Superior...
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/23/10 08:33 PM

Yes they are Lamprey marks...they drop off when the hit the fresh water..we get even, later in the fall,we have a comercial Lamprey season smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/24/10 04:02 AM

Fine Dining here on the Yukon
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/24/10 04:31 PM

What do they do with the lampreys? Render them into anything useful?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/24/10 06:27 PM

THe Korean freash market I believe..might be those smoked ones you see in the sushi section at the stores...they pay the fishermen a buck a lb..we use dip nets through the ice during freeze up around November...they do start turning blush color when they run in the fresh water,just like salmon.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/10 07:04 PM

This is our summer Chum,(and a Pink on the right)
these Chums are sold as Arctic Keta,and bring 70 cents a Lb to the fisherman...the fall run is a much bigger fish and brings a Buck a Lb...they have a very mild flavor,and firm meat,and are exelent eating,(my favorite)...they have a higher oil content than most King Salmon..in other parts of the state.
Posted By: Kodiak Kid

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/10 03:09 AM

Chums are best for frying but you cant beat a fresh red grilled, baked, or my favorite smoked. Picked these up the 14th before they shut substance gear around town. Got two one day in four hours and 18 in an hour and a half the next day.




Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/01/10 02:49 AM

...............Hup....This is what eggs are for. smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/10 10:46 PM

Why did the Chicken cross the road?
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/10 11:58 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Why did the Chicken cross the road?

So he could get shot when he gets to the other side laugh
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/04/10 12:05 AM

To hold his pants up ?
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/04/10 05:58 AM

Well tonight I cooked up a red fillet and a chum fillet, the same way. Friend of mine who swore chums were TERRIBLE, but realized they are quite tasty when they are dime bright.

It was a bit softer and milder tasting than the red was. Both were fantastic though.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/04/10 02:20 PM

Yeah the Barbarian claims that bright chums from salt water are right at the top of the list. But, she's a girl and should just stick to cooking and leave thinking to the men.
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/04/10 03:46 PM

WHOA there Ken. You can think of more ways to get your bu-- in trouble then a whole platoon of grunts on leave. :-)
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/04/10 04:02 PM

LOL; I can't help it. It just happens.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/04/10 08:45 PM

Here is some smoked Chum
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/04/10 10:53 PM

February weather in Anchorage ???
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/06/10 04:11 PM

Could someone tell me what this tower is used for ?? Heck of a lot of steps to climb !!!

http://www.talkeetnarealestate.net/bin/w...&inwindow=1
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/06/10 05:24 PM

Ever hear of the Talkeetna Moose Dropping Festival?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/06/10 06:30 PM

That would be the one put on by the local Historical Society, I believe. Sounds like our yearly Tulip Festival.

Found this:

"
She said she doubted that the outsiders who descended upon the quirky, picturesque town, most likely from Anchorage and other parts of the Mat-Su Valley, were there to help raise money for the historical society.

Read more: http://www.adn.com/2009/07/13/863142/talkeetna-moose-dropping-festival.html#ixzz0svbubZqd "

Now, what makes that nice ,little Town "quirky " ?
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/06/10 06:43 PM

I meant the reason for the tower... smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/06/10 08:16 PM

Really deep snow ???
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/06/10 08:48 PM

They raise and consume a lot of "quirky terbaccy" there in Talkeetna!
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/06/10 08:59 PM

A watchtower to guard the crop?..lol, I still like the moose dropping idea...

Actually, believe it or not...there really are some true blue Alaskan types that grew up and live in/near Talkeetna...and they do NOT appreciate the "new" hippie stereotype, lol...
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/06/10 10:10 PM

Tisn't a stereotype, it's the TRUTH!! lol
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/06/10 10:22 PM

Bonnie, sounds like you havent met alot of the folks along the Spur road, lol....

Right in Talkeetna (especially summertime), yes..it is patchouli-ville..lol
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/06/10 10:39 PM

Sounds like the perfect place in Alaska to sell Ice Cream, Doughnuts or wood stemmed Wine Glasses!!!!
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/06/10 10:43 PM

Originally Posted By: Pittu
Bonnie, sounds like you havent met alot of the folks along the Spur road, lol....

Right in Talkeetna (especially summertime), yes..it is patchouli-ville..lol


Only been there twice, summertime and won't do it again...LMAO!! We don't drive that far in the winter.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/07/10 01:43 AM

LOL ! Patchouli-ville ! God that stuff stinks !
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/07/10 03:31 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
...............Hup....This is what eggs are for. smile


OMG Jeff, you are shot.... I noticed something ate the face off that king too....yuck..

I did however, find my favorite part of the salmon a few weeks ago.

The heart.... Yup a big ol King heart...so I prepared it, and grilled it...

It was amazing.... tender, ......it is like a cheesburger island in a sea of fish....

Since then I have kept the bigger king hearts....

I can't wait for dipnetting, lots of red hearts, cook up a dozen or so..... YUMMMMM...

surely Jeff, a man with your culinary diversity has dined on many a tasty fish heart, and can confirm such a delicacy
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/07/10 04:43 AM

Why yes they are the Cats Meow smile..we save em buy the bucket here...they are truly "meat",or seam to taste like it anyway..
let me know when your ready for a true delicicey..lush fish sperm sacks smile
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/07/10 06:53 AM

Jeff, I'm just a fan of your finest flatware and plates. smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/07/10 08:44 PM

Well here is the fine China...NOT for everyday use
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/07/10 08:45 PM

Elegant !
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/07/10 08:47 PM

what is that jeff,
A duck egg and skunk cabbage??
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/07/10 08:54 PM

Goose Egg and Wild Spinache..if you can find it ..its highly recomended...have fun kids...time to rattle around on a dozer,in this 60 degree heat frown
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/08/10 02:20 PM

All those salmon photo's wouldn't be complete without some fresh Bristol Bay Sockeye almost in the smoker and freezer
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/08/10 02:22 PM

Speaking of Bristol Bay, I see they closed the Nush for Kings.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/08/10 02:37 PM

The Nush was closed and heavy restrictions on the rest and the sky ho's are out in full force on the what remains.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/08/10 09:53 PM

Bought some Sockeye fillets at TOPS. $39.00 for the box of fillets. Supposedly was fown in fresh from Alaska
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/08/10 10:56 PM

UgashikBob what do you have them fillets covered in?Is it like a pickling mix or is it a dry rub of sorts.I have heard of people layering fillets with salt and such.Just wondering

Canvas how many fillets are in a box?
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/08/10 11:32 PM

I layer mine with salt and brown sugar. Remove, rinse (thoroughly) and put in smoker!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/08/10 11:34 PM

CB, that is a deal.....
I would have mailed you some smoked sockeye for a bag or two of salt potatoes in return...

UB,
Is it safe to assume that the "unbrined" fillets are going in the freezer???
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/09/10 01:13 AM

I put the Salmon in the freezer without opening the box. It's been in the low to mid 90's the past few days. So, in the freezer they went. I checked the box, says 3 fillets. Wondering now if I paid too much.


Salt Potatoes ??? There is a Vegetable stand across the road from me. I stopped in there today, Bought a pint of fresh Blueberries for $3.00 and Yellow Summer Squash I bought 6 of them at 2 for $1.00 Farmers market vegtable stand was offering good deals today.

They have Salt Potatoes. Price was pretty good, I thought.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/09/10 09:28 PM

fo:
There are tons of variations to this but what you see on top of the sockeye fillets is a 4 to 1 brown sugar to salt mix that becomes the brine when the fillets soak in it for 24-30 hours. We then clean then off and put them in our drying racks for a couple days before they go in the smoker. After that we pick the bones out and vacuum seal them. The rest you see goes directly to the freezer after the bone removal vacuum sealing.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/09/10 10:04 PM

CB,

That tourist smoked salmon is EXPENSIVE for sure.. $10+ a fillet...

They should have slat potatoes at wegmans or Prioce Chopper, Hindleman or something like that is the brand.

They come in the 2.5 lb bag with the 1lb of salt included with it..

I think they are $3-5 a bag.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/09/10 10:37 PM

It was either $3.00 or $4.00 for a bag. The farmers market across the road from me, had them I think in 5 pound bags.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/09/10 11:15 PM

Took a look at a house today on one of the Real Estate websites . It was up in Palmer, I think. Anyways, they had what looked like logs pounded straight into the ground for structural supports instead of concrete block walls..


Will that pass the Building Codes up there ???
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/09/10 11:16 PM

Building Whats?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/09/10 11:20 PM

You know, that paperwork you have to fill out to build your dog a doghouse or to paint your porch or to put up a new mailbox..

LMAO


Seriously, that don't look to structurally sound the way the picture showed it.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/09/10 11:21 PM

Originally Posted By: Pittu
Building Whats?


LMAO...

Are those like car / vehicle inspections????
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/09/10 11:35 PM

I once bought a truck from a guy in Anchorage. A year later I got a nasty-gram in the mail from the MOA about an expired emissions certification and threatening me with some fine or something...I never even got halfway thru the letter before it accidentally fell in the round file..

Building codes are not enforced in the Mat Su valley outside of Palmer and Wasilla. The borough wants you to get a permit, but there is no code review. Commercial stuff is different, that has to go thru the State Fire Marshal.

Come to think of it, Wednesday nite we had a 5.0 earthquake centered 6 miles from my place...believe it or not, my house is still standing...and it never even got a code reviewers stamp of approval!!! laugh

Can you feel my disdain for plan reviewers and code compliance officers? IT IS A FEE (assessed value taxation) COLLECTION SCAM!!!

Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/10/10 01:06 AM

I've actually heard the same thing about the Valley. One of the reasons when the housing market took a tank the Valley took in on the chin. Lots of crappy "quick build" houses put up in the urgency to capitalize on the boom of the market. Rumor was, a lot of builders didn't even have their commercial license for such builds, and is now coming back to put lots out of business as they are stuck with the homes and can't sell them because they are POSs.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/10/10 02:05 AM

I built a museum here in 2004 for the U of A. Of course it was all architect designed and fire marshal approved. I recieved the final approval and notice to proceed 4 days before the grand opening. I had submitted the plans in May, and we got the approval December 4th. All the while the state is asking the architect for more information and he is charging my project. There are some reasonable public safety issues that they cover but mostly it's a scam to raise revenue.

As far as codes are concerned I am very much in favor of most of them. Many people don't realize they are minimum requirements and a good investment if you are building or buying. Especially electrical codes.

Canvas; I don't know what concrete is in NY but here it's getting close to $600 per yard delivered. Then you still have to place it where you want it. I would guess in the Palmer area it must be 125-150 per yard at least.

We have very unstable soils here in many locations so there are different ways of approaching a foundation depending on soils.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/10/10 03:47 AM

the place i used to work for, most the time the structure was up, and ready to inhabit before anyone even signed off on anything....

a few times it took 6 months after the building was done before the approval from DEC for the well and septic was approved...
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/10/10 03:59 AM

I have not priced cement by the yard lately, but I do know that I get 40 lb bags of Morter Cement delivered for $4.99 a bag. That is just for the Cement. Delivery is FREE!! I usually give the driver a $10 tip for bringing it into the basement for me

Last I heard, cement was going for around $90.00 a yard around here. That was 7 or 8 years ago when I priced it out.

I agree with the Electric codes. Too many things can and do go wrong if things are not done right. When I bought this house years ago, it was wired up with 2 30 amp fuse boxes. Things were going off all the time! I then had the whole house rewired with 2 100 Amp Circuit Breaker boxes. What mess that old electric wireing was!! A mix of corrigated metal wire, little bit of new wire, some Aluminum wire and then there was A LOT of old cloth covered wire. When that was put in, I have'nt a clue. I do know that at one point (right before we had the wiring done,) a wall mounted lamp in one of the bedrooms that was probably installed sometime back in the 1920's , started to pop and sizzle inside the wall when it was turned on and off. I never seen an electrician run to a house so fast to replace a lamp and run new wiring and put in a light switch !!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/10/10 04:10 AM

What happened to the good ol days when you could substitute a penny for a fuse....

Jeeze man, bunch of sissies.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/10/10 04:12 AM

Hupurest:

I don't like the way they have changed things here!! Some of the things I agree with and fully understand. But, there are some things , like requiring a building permit for a fence ( which NYS code not require) that I feel is just a grab for money. I laughed at a Board Meeting one time when they voted in a "Temporary" 1 year special fee for the clorination system at the Town's water well. I knew right away that once they said yes to it, that 1 year fee would become permanent . One year later, I was right !!

People can say what they want, but it really was a thankless job. The job really burns people out and it is no wonder why so many don't want to step up to the plate and do that type of work. But, I learned a lot!!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/10/10 04:14 AM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
What happened to the good ol days when you could substitute a penny for a fuse....

Jeeze man, bunch of sissies.



And waste a perfectly good Penny??

laugh laugh
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/10/10 05:31 AM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
fo:
There are tons of variations to this but what you see on top of the sockeye fillets is a 4 to 1 brown sugar to salt mix that becomes the brine when the fillets soak in it for 24-30 hours. We then clean then off and put them in our drying racks for a couple days before they go in the smoker. After that we pick the bones out and vacuum seal them. The rest you see goes directly to the freezer after the bone removal vacuum sealing.


Thanks UB may have to give that a try,getting kinda board with making smoke/jar fish.
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/10/10 10:41 AM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
Originally Posted By: Hupurest
What happened to the good ol days when you could substitute a penny for a fuse....

Jeeze man, bunch of sissies.



And waste a perfectly good Penny??

laugh laugh
H a ha , thats kinda funny. Long time ago I shared rent on a rural house with a couple co-workers. Fuse blew and Bill put a penny behind it for a temp. fix. 2 days later we all came back to a smoking pile of ashes.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/10/10 12:34 PM

LOL!!

The project I'm currently involved in is remodeling the local Catholic church. It was built in 1958 and the original structure is 3 sided logs. It was gutted by fire 4 years ago because of Christmas lights on old cloth covered wire.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/11/10 06:02 PM

What the heck!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/11/10 06:03 PM

Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/11/10 06:06 PM



Posted By: scalloper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/11/10 06:54 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Originally Posted By: Pittu
Building Whats?


LMAO...

Are those like car / vehicle inspections????

Or like lawn cops??? When your grass gets to tall you get a ticket
Posted By: scalloper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/11/10 07:05 PM

Originally Posted By: frozen okie
Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
fo:
There are tons of variations to this but what you see on top of the sockeye fillets is a 4 to 1 brown sugar to salt mix that becomes the brine when the fillets soak in it for 24-30 hours. We then clean then off and put them in our drying racks for a couple days before they go in the smoker. After that we pick the bones out and vacuum seal them. The rest you see goes directly to the freezer after the bone removal vacuum sealing.


Thanks UB may have to give that a try,getting kinda board with making smoke/jar fish.

I have salmon smoking today.I use 1lb dark brown sugar,1 lb salt and 1 oz pickeling spices. Dry rub put in fridge or cooler overnight and smoke with fine spruce sawdust. My family has used the same recipe for 100 years. Some question the use of spruce but its our favorite,less heat then hard woods.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/11/10 07:43 PM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking





What is all that stacked one on top of the other in the 2nd last picture ??
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/12/10 12:44 AM

OMG alaska viking that is an electricians worst nightmare. crazy That is as far from the electrical code as one could get.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/12/10 03:55 PM

The second one is a stack of junction boxes. One can only shiver at what might be lurking in there!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/12/10 04:07 PM

A few more interesting code "modifications"...





Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/12/10 04:23 PM

viking all I see there are the results of some expert engineers using a little ingenuity grin
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/12/10 05:45 PM

Too funny AV! laugh
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/12/10 08:37 PM

Presidential Solutions.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/10 03:54 AM

Hey what happened to TrapperRay and Brenda ? Haven't seen them on for a while.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/10 04:04 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
Presidential Solutions.


You are just waiting for someone to ask, aren't you.....?!!!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/10 01:30 PM

I'd have to PM the answer or ban myself for a week.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/10 03:59 PM

Hey Canvasback, see below. We decided to immortalize you by naming an Alaska fire after you...

Canvasback Lake

Lat: 66:24:18
146:25:30
18N 6E 11 F
Start Date: July 12, 2010
Acres: 300
Cause: Lightning
Out Date:
Status: Uncontained
Owner: Fish and Wildlife Service
Admin: Yukon Flats Refuge
Area: Upper Yukon Zone
Suppression Option: MODIFIED
Personnel: 8

At 0915 the fire was reported to UYT Dispatch by FWS personnel conducting surveys in the area.
The report was a 100 acre fire burning in tundra near Canvasback Lake.
At 1108 zone IA Helicopter N36PF responded to the fire and personnel determined proper
coordinates and relayed size-up information. The fire was approximately 200 acres in size, creeping
in tundra along the north and east perimeters and backing to the west and south also in tundra. Flame
lengths were 2-3 feet and winds were out of the west at 10-15 mph. A FWS cabin site was located
and assessed as well as an allotment south of the fire. N36PF conducted one fuel cycle of bucket
drops to the southern perimeter of the fire.
At 1522 eight smokejumpers were delivered to the fire and reported the fire to be over 300 acres in
size. The fire was smoldering and backing a little bit along the southern perimeter. There were two
small collumns of smoke along the northern perimeter where the fire was burning through some
black spruce stringers. The jumpers and 2 helitack personnel from FYU began allotment and cabin
site protection measures. The current objectives are to keep the southern perimeter of the fire from
spreading towards the FWS cabin and allotment.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/10 05:38 PM

I am so Honored !! Make sure to save that cabin !! I may need it !!!

Try not to let any Burls burn up !! grin
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/10 05:44 PM

Heck, CB, we started that fire as a preventative measure so you WOULDN'T come up, ... We've already reached our quota on New Yorkers...LOL
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/10 06:31 PM

Now, now, Most of Alaska consists of transplanted Lower 48 folks !! The vast majority of whome came from the North East USA !! laugh



Don't worry about me taking all of your VAST trapping territory ! I just need enough land to set 12 traps and I only trap for 2 weeks a year !! grin
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/10 07:16 PM

Originally Posted By: Pittu
Heck, CB, we started that fire as a preventative measure so you WOULDN'T come up, ... We've already reached our quota on New Yorkers...LOL


Yes we have!! Arrogant PITAs that they are wink
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/10 07:22 PM

Before anyone gets too riled, I'd like to point out that it was intended as a joke (except to Hup, lol)... the opinions expressed by one idiotic alaskan do not represent the views of Tman, other alaskans, or anyone in general..
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/10 09:19 PM

Hupurest just wants 10 pounds of NY grown Salt Potatos.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/10 09:21 PM

Originally Posted By: Pittu
Heck, CB, we started that fire as a preventative measure so you WOULDN'T come up, ... We've already reached our quota on New Yorkers...LOL


No Alaskan Birch Burl wood stemmed wine glasses for you ! laugh
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/10 11:27 PM

Originally Posted By: Pittu
Before anyone gets too riled, I'd like to point out that it was intended as a joke (except to Hup, lol)... the opinions expressed by one idiotic alaskan do not represent the views of Tman, other alaskans, or anyone in general..


It can be my opinion, I'm from Upstate NY wink
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 01:56 AM

This is very interesting!!!

Alaska ranks at the BOTTOM of the list for Business Friendly States, hampered by its high cost of living, relatively high cost of doing business, and a weak infrastructure.


Category Score 2010 Rank 2009 Rank
Cost of Doing Business 126 46 44
Workforce 115 45 49
Quality of Life 170 26 38
Economy 62 41 47
Transportation & Infrastructure 10 50 50
Technology & Innovation 66 41 46
Education 52 45 43
Business Friendliness 37 44 37
Access to Capital 12 40 36
Cost of Living 2 47 47
OVERALL 652 50 50

ECONOMIC PROFILE

Governor: Sean Parnell (R) (Election year)

Population: 698,473

GDP (2008 per capita): $43,640

Unemployment rate (May 2010): 8.3 percent

Foreclosure rate (May 2010): One per 1,090 households

Budget gap (projected 2011): None

Corporate tax rate: 1.0-9.4 percent

Largest employers: Wal-Mart, Carrs/Safeway and Fred Meyer
Posted By: EurekaTrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 02:19 AM

Don't worry about the burls burning up. They are really easy to find after a fire. They stick out like a sore thumb. Usually they aren't damaged much, just a little messy to handle.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 02:27 AM

That's good to know !!

I found out that Tourism is a $150 Million dollar a year buisness in Anchorage.


What 's going on with that study for a light rail rapid transit system between a bunch of towns up there ? Is that going to get off the ground ?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 02:44 AM

I hope not
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 03:27 PM

CB:
Would really like to know who the states were that allegedly beat us for lack of access to the capital. We have worked long and hard to keep the best legislature money can buy away from the voters. Who else has air and water access only to there loyal public servants?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 03:49 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
CB:
Would really like to know who the states were that allegedly beat us for lack of access to the capital. We have worked long and hard to keep the best legislature money can buy away from the voters. Who else has air and water access only to there loyal public servants?


Which post ?

The one about Alaska being at the bottom for Business Friendly States or the post about the Agriculture ?
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 05:15 PM

Guys, where is the post of Alaskan's musk ox....
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 05:21 PM

Alaskan got a Musk ox????
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 05:28 PM

Wasn't it him that took it to be Taxidermied and was terrible?? I can't remember... was awhile ago.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 05:32 PM

oh yea, something resembling a musk ox, I recall that now
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 05:34 PM

Well I know someone wanting to take stuff there and I want to know where the post is so I can show em pics.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 05:52 PM

It should be in the past some place. Though I am sure he could post the pictures again..... smile

-TJ
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 05:56 PM

WW- way to stir that pot of crap back to the surface again....

Hey everyone, lets rip off the scab right as the wound is about to heal!!!!

Also...if they don't believe you, then let them go. You can always say you warned them. Plus lots of people like the crap they get back...until they see what good taxidermy work is.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 06:01 PM

It is... I forgot about the chocolate horned, bald faced, nostril monster...

What was the name of that place??

Terrible tanning and taxidermy??

Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 06:26 PM

It rhymes with "Bundra Banning and Baxidermy"
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 06:27 PM

Thanks trapper Ron, I'll forward that to my friend.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 06:29 PM

Originally Posted By: Alaskan
It rhymes with "Bundra Banning and Baxidermy"


LMAO!!!!!!!!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/10 09:06 PM

CB
This is very interesting!!!

Alaska ranks at the BOTTOM of the list for Business Friendly States, hampered by its high cost of living, relatively high cost of doing business, and a weak infrastructure.


Category Score 2010 Rank 2009 Rank
Cost of Doing Business 126 46 44
Workforce 115 45 49
Quality of Life 170 26 38
Economy 62 41 47
Transportation & Infrastructure 10 50 50
Technology & Innovation 66 41 46
Education 52 45 43
Business Friendliness 37 44 37
Access to Capital 12 40 36
Cost of Living 2 47 47
OVERALL 652 50 50
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/10 03:38 PM

Check this out. Don't miss the comments at the end.

http://www.adn.com/2010/07/14/1366990/po...ments_Container
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/10 03:54 PM

Check this out! The old fart in the start of the video sitting in the chair with the Black Bear next to him was a laugh !!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RB9uzMjiYSQ&NR=1
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/10 05:41 PM

Typical Anchorage losers. Man I can't believe most of those people breed.

-TJ
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/10 06:17 PM

1. I would not want to shoot a bear in the house either.
Would insurance cover the new rugs???

I would have shot it once it got outside...

2. I love the comments, people are douchebags..... relocate it, don't leave trash inside or outside, bla bla bla...

Kill it..

3. threw a cup of water on it???? lmao.....why not tickle it???
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/10 08:37 PM

Best comment of all: Did "the bear" steal the tv or anythign? hahaahahahahhaahaha
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/22/10 04:09 AM

This Bear was spotted down river at the mouth..not sure of the details,but by the pics that were sent to me..it looks to be a mile or two up the river below Emmonak.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/22/10 04:16 AM

is that unusual????

and is it still alive?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/22/10 04:39 AM

Yes..unusual..but they do show up on ocasion..they also caught a walrus in Pitkas Point 15 mi upriver from here about 3 weeks ago..I have only seen one other myself.. it swam past the village..
as far as the Bears Health..I cant be sure...the boys had it pretty much surounded,but were taking pics with there cell phones smile..not sure if they invited it home for dinner or not..
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/22/10 05:57 AM

Very cool. I know of two walrus shot just 12 miles down river from here. That happened about 10 years ago or so.

Hey Jeff, any silvers in the river yet?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/22/10 06:14 AM

No Silvers as far as I know..most here are waiting for the Fall Chums now..the silvers start showing up mixed with them,later in the run...
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/22/10 06:17 AM

Anyone know Bamm Bamm's email addy?

GREAT photo of the bear, cool to see.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/24/10 11:39 PM

Hubby and I were just butchering up some bear quarters that were in the freezer for burger and while cutting, I was wondering, does anyone make jerky from bear meat?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/24/10 11:56 PM

Originally Posted By: Wolfwoman
Hubby and I were just butchering up some bear quarters that were in the freezer for burger and while cutting, I was wondering, does anyone make jerky from bear meat?


http://www.epi.alaska.gov/bulletins/docs/b2000_18.htm
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/25/10 12:03 AM

Did I ask that?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/25/10 12:43 AM

Oh, my , aren't we grumpy !!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/25/10 01:36 AM

I've never made it but I've eaten it.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/25/10 02:35 AM

Not grumpy at all, you just sent me to a site that I already know about. Hubby's a chef... so I don't worry about eating my food.

White, is it tasty or just good enough for camping/survival type stuff?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/25/10 05:07 AM

It was GREAT ! Barb complained that I ate almost all of it,
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/25/10 05:20 AM

Well then, I may have to get Sam to try some from future bear meat.
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/25/10 05:02 PM

Thanks for the idea WW. I have some in my freezer I need to do something with soon. Good idea!
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/25/10 07:51 PM

LOL ok... share the recipe??
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/26/10 03:25 PM

We've made it and I love it! I put into the oven and brought it up to 160 to kill the 'bugs' as the kids say.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/27/10 04:07 AM

Not bad for a XL-Lrg- *1 - clarity -2
I might try to get another hat..my last years hat, surley wont fit anymore smile
any one else get one?
Posted By: EurekaTrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/27/10 05:47 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Not bad for a XL-Lrg- *1 - clarity -2
I might try to get another hat..my last years hat, surley wont fit anymore smile
any one else get one?

I had one in this lot also. It sure took them long enough to send us the certificates. Its my first "Top Lot". Where do we get the hat?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/27/10 06:04 AM

I would try the depot you dropped your fur off,...I got my hat and pin from Abby Green.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/27/10 08:05 AM

Nice....someday for me.
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/27/10 03:15 PM

Eureaka...Have you got your NAFA account # on you by chance? If so I'll give them a call today and see what I can do to get it coming for you.

Congrats to both of you by the way!
Posted By: EurekaTrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/10 01:08 AM

Thanks John. PM sent.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/10 06:31 AM

Never did get mine from the other year...darn. Talked about going to get it a lot though...
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/10 03:05 PM

Anyone awake yet ??
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/10 03:11 PM

Anyone heard of the Caribou Hills Subdivision in a place called Ninilchik, AK ?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/10 04:04 PM

yup
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/10 04:23 PM

It is probably much like South Dakota.

I think that after the fire, much of the Caribou Hills is now called the "Black Hills!"
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/10 04:42 PM

I've been checking the crime rates for the different towns, cities, villages in AK and I was very suprised that some of the areas up there that are only slightly bigger in population , are many times worse off than here !! crazy

Take Soldotna, AK , for example; I found a nice ranch house that I could either live in myself and fix it up as I go , or do the fix and flip thing and probably make a nice profit. But, when I looked at the crime rate for Soldotna. HOLY COW !!! shocked shocked shocked


Florida is even worse !!!!!!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/10 05:23 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
, or do the fix and flip thing and probably make a nice profit.


Ha ha ...fix and flip, in AK.... Nice try but no dice...
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/10 05:25 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Originally Posted By: canvasback
, or do the fix and flip thing and probably make a nice profit.


Ha ha ...fix and flip, in AK.... Nice try but no dice...


Now, why is that ?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/10 05:29 PM

Oh, wait, the Alaskan definition of "Fix and Flip" is to put lipstick on a Pig .
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/10 05:37 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
to put lipstick on a Pig .


I didn't think that YOUR senator Hillary wore makeup..
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/10 05:47 PM

She ain't our Senator.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 05:10 AM

We had a vote yesterday to go Damp...it failed by almost twice the vote against...so its still ileagle to posses,manufacture,import and consume adult beverages...unlesss you find a bootlegger,then its $120.for a bottle.....the last vote was like 25 years ago..I voted that time also..in them days I voted Yes..yesterday was a No vote..I would love a cold beer..but this place would be a madhouse,without a keeper.....
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 05:13 AM

Good to hear....

Get high on life
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 05:23 AM

yea i could see things getting out of hand, have a villige wide party goin on.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 05:50 AM

Saint Marys went damp a few years ago...my buddy had a heart attack and the weather was down,I medivaced him up there,on my snowmachien, so he could get out.....when we pulled into the village at 4 am...two houses were burning and drunk people standing around watching them burn...one person didnt make it out....booze is a bad deal around here..I will get my beer at Rafes in Bethel smile
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 06:16 AM

wow now thats one heck of a party, probly best to keep it dry cant have stuff like that going on. hope you buddy made it out ok.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 06:19 AM

if it was actually dry that would be one thing, however as you know Jeff, when it's dry, only the law abiding citizens don't drink. The ones who abuse it will do so no matter what. They just pay a lot more for it, and someone makes a lot more on it. The sad thing is, everyone in every village knows who the bootleggers are, but nothing is ever done.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 06:45 AM

Originally Posted By: scotty144
wow now thats one heck of a party, probly best to keep it dry cant have stuff like that going on. hope you buddy made it out ok.

yes..he is fine now..two stents later, and he is chain smoking as good as new smile
and yes fish...we have lazy burned out cops...so nothing realy gets done but reactinary measures..and its sad (as you well know) that its the kids that end up paying the highest price....I imagine the only reason it failed is because,all the drinkers are convicted felons and cant vote laugh
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 06:47 AM

lol.

You should take up the village VPSO position smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 07:03 AM

I have been asked many times...but you could not pay me $100 a hr,to do that job..besides I am a rich trapper...LOL
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 02:42 PM

I remember hard stuff easy to get in St. Mary's when I was there. Guys would get done with a King opening, get paid, and a few would go on a bender for about three or four days with friends. I was amazed people could drink like that. Then, back up and out for the next opening. It truely was sad for the kids. They were pretty much abandoned during that time. Very ugly sometimes too. Unfortunately, some folks just can't have booze and the rest pay the price for it. I am OK with dry towns, but sure which they would nail the bootleggers like fish said. Everyone knew who they were, it was just catching them with the booze that seemd to keep the VPSO's at bay.

That summer, I didn't get a drink for three months. When I finally got a warm Budwiser when I got to a damp community, it was probably the best beer I had ever had... smile

-TJ
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 03:17 PM

Well TJ its alot easyer to get there now thats for sure,in fact most of our imported Booze,comes from Saint Marys these days...they order in,and make a 20 mile ride down and resale it and make a huge profit,....our dry status is like pissing in the wind,...while that is going on.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 04:30 PM

73 Lb King Salmon was caught on the Kenai River on July 28th
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 05:02 PM

Jeff,

That sucks, and it is pretty much impossible to stop either I bet. It was dry when I was there, but you wouldn't know it by the way things were going on after an opening and folks had gotten paid.

If that is the case, might be a good choice for MV to go with a damp deal and the go like Barrow and have an import station, charge a tax on everything coming in, and try and monitor and control what does come in. Those that have issues, lose there import license. It will make it a bit harder for the boot leggers to make a profit, and at least bring in money for MV to use for a counciling and detox center at least. Could even provide funds for education in the schools about it.

-TJ
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/10 08:28 PM

you hit the nail on the head...Thats the only way I see it working myself,..and the best case cenerio..I would take it one step further and have the city put in a Brass Buckle type establishment..and could keep an eye on them, at all times..have the detox and jail right next door smile
we dont have the big fishing bucks anymore like when you were here...so many now make home brew, and get tanked on that..they bootleg it for $50 a gl.....nasty stuff.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 01:01 AM

How many houses could there be in Mountain Village? Just get the BATF to do a house to house search of every room, closet, nook and cranny and they are bound to get the booze rounded up ! laugh

LMAO !!!! laugh laugh laugh
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 01:20 AM

until the next wisky runner comes to town.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 01:36 AM

I don't think you get the whole picture CB.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 03:28 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
I don't think you get the whole picture CB.

Yup....

So White...how does it work with bars there in Magoo?
I was there during a fire once,but never got to see the red light district.. smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 04:23 AM

That's the whole town !

There are two bars and a package store. There are the occassional drunks but they pretty much stay out of people's way. The cost can be too high.

I have no tolerance for drunks, and a lot of the town feels the same way.

What I would like to see, and you guys touched on it earlier, is for the town or village government to own the license. The town should reap any financial reward from selling booze since the town has to pay all the costs associated with the drunks. I normally would be opposed to that competition with private enterprise but booze related problems affect everyone in the community.
Posted By: perrydog

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 04:35 AM

jeff....how many on here have any idea what the brass buckle was......
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 04:41 AM

Originally Posted By: perrydog
jeff....how many on here have any idea what the brass buckel was......

I just wish I would of made it in time to see the Wild Goose smile

And Thanks for your input White...but I am afraid we would have more than the ocasional drunk..LOL..picture Bethel X 10 smile
sounds like good law inforcement there,is the differance...
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 04:57 AM

Yeah we have 2 troopers but serious problems are not common even when they are both out of town. The community just will not put up with it. An obnoxious drunk is likely to get the snot kicked out of him.

Downriver from here the situation is as you describe.
Posted By: perrydog

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 05:54 AM

The wild goose was a burger joint when we moved to bethel, 4 or 5 years after the town went damp. I can't remember if it was condemned and fell down or fell down and then condemned....
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 01:38 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
That's the whole town !

There are two bars and a package store. There are the occassional drunks but they pretty much stay out of people's way. The cost can be too high.

I have no tolerance for drunks, and a lot of the town feels the same way.

What I would like to see, and you guys touched on it earlier, is for the town or village government to own the license. The town should reap any financial reward from selling booze since the town has to pay all the costs associated with the drunks. I normally would be opposed to that competition with private enterprise but booze related problems affect everyone in the community.


I think there are 7 Towns, Villages, that have Community Liquor License in Alaska. If the Town owned the License, that would be a good source of revenue to fund improvements to the Town.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 01:49 PM

CB it is a good source of revenue to deal with the problem.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 01:57 PM

Fishermann222:

Are you still trapping Fox up in the Bethel area when the season is open ?
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 01:59 PM

I trap a few CB, nothing like I use too.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 02:00 PM

This is cage trapping Fox at it's finest !!!

Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 03:14 PM

CB: You assume we WANT "improvements" to the town.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 03:28 PM

AHH......

Oh, but what about that Donut Shop ?? The fine Folks of McGrath would not permit a Donut Shop ?? laugh
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/10 08:27 PM

No doubt !
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/31/10 04:27 AM

I wasn't here, but I know of the Brass Buckle.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/31/10 05:51 AM

IT truly was Bizzaro World...LOL was always worth a layover,just for Brass Knuckle Night smile

The Salmon Berries here are ready,and looks to be a good year,we picked a couple gls right by the airport today.
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/31/10 05:59 AM

are the salmon berrys any good i dont think i have ever seen them around here lots of blue and rasberrys. are they good raw or is it somthing thats better in a pie or somthin.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/31/10 06:28 AM

There sweet,but seedy..kind of like a rasberry..used for Agutak mostly,but make good jam as well....and yes we alot stuff raw here smile
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/31/10 07:48 AM

I've made jelly with them by straining them through cheese cloth.
Posted By: Moses

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/31/10 10:46 AM

the brass buckle in bethel across ac... whatever happen to the building anyways? been to the place a few times... drunks, fights and what not. wasnt too much into it, just wondering what they did to the place.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/31/10 01:51 PM

Anyone remember the OLD Hoboe's Bar in Galena ? I was last in the original in 1975. The walls were pock marked with bullet holes from decades of socializing.
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/31/10 03:47 PM

I love me some salmon berries! I have yet to find a good 'patch' of them around here. I bet they'd make great jelly! We've been on a blueberry picking spree and I have been loving all the goodies that come as a result!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/31/10 05:26 PM

Mogie, the building is now the Pentecostal Church! smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/31/10 05:28 PM

They do make awsome jam...like Rafe says...strain the seeds ...and one serving of Salmon Berries is 300% daily intake of Vitimin C..I think.. only rose hips are higher.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/31/10 10:40 PM

Originally Posted By: TrappinAlaska
I love me some salmon berries! I have yet to find a good 'patch' of them around here. I bet they'd make great jelly! We've been on a blueberry picking spree and I have been loving all the goodies that come as a result!


BLUEBERRIES ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? cry cry cry

I paid $5.00 for a Quart of Blueberries this week.

Posted By: perrydog

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/01/10 04:44 AM

Wild blueberris have a lot more flavor than demestic stuf....most of the deomestic is flavorless....too bad tundra blueberries aren't the same size as the others.
Posted By: Moses

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/01/10 10:29 AM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
Mogie, the building is now the Pentecostal Church! smile


huh... who woulda thunk it.
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/02/10 03:30 PM

Perrydog,

We've been hitting this patch the last couple of days that has blue berries rivaling domestic ones in size. I'm not sure what it is about this particular location but the berries are huge, and in dense clusters of about twenty. It's almost like picking grapes. The bushes are fairly high but so loaded with berries they're laying on the ground. I've actually been thinking that if we pick any more I'm going to have to find someone looking to trade out some fish in exchange. Maybe Hup has got a sweet tooth!
Posted By: perrydog

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/03/10 04:58 AM

I have been lazy the last few years and made due with what is behind the house.....some years it was good for several gallons. This year i have struggled to get a quart. I really don't like berry picking, but will if they are plentiful enough to get a fair amount in a short period of time. There are a lot better things to be doing in August!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/03/10 05:29 AM

That's right P-dog. Hopefully those silvers come in hard, strong and soon!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/03/10 07:02 AM

Still slow over here...even the fall Chums are pretty much a no show so far...late like everything I guess...
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/03/10 03:48 PM

My trapping old partner and his wife used to pick lots of blueberries and huckleberries(gallons). What he did was make a board not unlike a small ping pong paddle, then put nails through it so they stuck out about 1 inch on the other side. He now had a nail rake. They would just put a large pan under the branches and rake the berries into it. Of course they got leaves and twigs with it. Next they put a wool blanket on a sloped plank with sides on it. Dump the berries on that and they roll to the bottom leaving the debris on the blanket. Then you just wash them and nice clean berries ready for pies or jam.
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/03/10 03:58 PM

Interesting method Ron. They make berry 'scoops' that are similiar to what you described but I've thought that all the extra debris didn't make them worth it. With the cleaning method you described I can see new possibilities.

Getting out with the kids and picking berries is a family activity that we all enjoy and the labors are really appreciated in the middle of winter. Low bush cranberries are next on the list but it'll be a week or two before they're fully ripe. I can already taste the cranberry sauce and fruit leather!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/03/10 04:23 PM

TA,

that could be a good swap....I make a bunch of BB jam each yr...
and picking these tiny things can get to be laborious and the wifes back hurts, and I have to listen to her complain while I 'watch" for bears...
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/03/10 06:41 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
Originally Posted By: TrappinAlaska
I love me some salmon berries! I have yet to find a good 'patch' of them around here. I bet they'd make great jelly! We've been on a blueberry picking spree and I have been loving all the goodies that come as a result!


BLUEBERRIES ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? cry cry cry

I paid $5.00 for a Quart of Blueberries this week.



When I took a break a few weeks ago and went into town, The icecream shop was paying $5/gallon in Fairbanks. I think you got ripped of CB
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/03/10 08:38 PM

best way I've found to clean berries is in the boat. Just have one person drive and the other person pour the berries from one bucket to another. The leaves blow away and the berries fall into the bucket. Takes a bit of experimenting to get the right speed.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/03/10 08:51 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
best way I've found to clean berries is in the boat. Just have one person drive and the other person pour the berries from one bucket to another. The leaves blow away and the berries fall into the bucket. Takes a bit of experimenting to get the right speed.
We do this in the drivway when there is a good stiff wind blowing, saves gas, you just stand in the bow of the skiff and pour into a bucket below.
We also have a box similar to a dry dirt siffter one might use for trappign with 1/4 inch screen on the bottom shake it around the leaves and sticks float to the top and the small stuff falls out the bottom pick the stuff on top out and do it again not the fastest method but does a fairly good job and once you get the hang of it you can clean 5 gals in less than an hour
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/04/10 01:46 AM

Is the sky clear for the expected light show tonight in the Mid to Northern parts of Alaska ?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/04/10 02:17 AM

It is someplace. Remember our sky is 20% of the united states. We have more weather systems than NY has welfare recipients.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/04/10 02:28 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
It is someplace. Remember our sky is 20% of the united states. We have more weather systems than NY has welfare recipients.

ROTFLMAO laugh laugh
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/04/10 02:55 AM

Yes, I know . That is one of the great things about Alaska,


White17, Is it just a New York thing, or has it become increasingly difficult to get good , quailified contractors to do Home Improvement work ? I have run into a bit of difficulty with one .
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/04/10 03:15 AM

It can be an iffy thing everywhere but I suspect that with the economic downturn many people are trying to cut corners to make an extra buck. Contractors don't have the best reputation as a group. Do you have a written agreement ?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/10 01:13 AM

white17 :

No written agreement. I got out of the work with the 1st one & I got someone else to do the work. It is a long story with the 1st one. If you would like to know what happened , I can PM you the whole whopper of a story !! Hope you are sitting when you read it !! laugh
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/10 05:55 AM

Suppose ya all dont want any of this......
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/10 07:11 AM

bowhead (Muktuk), I like maktak is there much difference in taste?
Posted By: Moses

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/10 07:28 AM

muktuk... yumm. maktak?
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/10 03:14 PM

Thanks for the laugh this morning Ken! :-)
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/10 04:49 PM

Muktuk is pretty good stuff...a little more course than Mungduk
I pickled some and that was good...raw and frozen is how I eat it mostly,and the Bowhead can be a bit chewy smile
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/10 05:45 PM

I was treated to some of this once, years ago, by my friend from Savoonga. I discovered that I would need to be very hungry and possibly very cold in order to be able to eat this!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/10 06:35 PM

Jeff you can send some our way we love the stuff but seldom get it. We do usually have some beluga in the freezer though. smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/10 06:50 PM

do you eat the skin too or just the fat???

where is the MEAT????
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/10 07:36 PM

Originally Posted By: otterman
Jeff you can send some our way we love the stuff but seldom get it. We do usually have some beluga in the freezer though. smile

I am only lucky enough to get some from up north once in a blue moon myself..eat alot of Beluga and like that..
this came from Wainright...through my bro in law down river....he traded it for moose meat,and turned me on to some..

and Hup.....the skin and fat are eaten trimmed about that thick...(the fat is much thicker)
didnt get any of the meat...beluga is good though and taste kind of like seal smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/10 07:49 PM

I think I'd prefer to eat mukluk.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/08/10 03:42 AM

Does anyone know what caused the Bison herd in GMU 11 to have a massive die off back in 2004 ? Was it weather or Bear/ Wolf related?
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/08/10 07:18 AM

Why do you ask this CB?

When you say massive I think that you should realize the highest count ever for the Copper River herd prior to 2004 was only 119 in 1970. So when you say massive you should understand it's not like 10s of thousands of animals.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/08/10 11:55 AM

martenpine:

I happened to be reading the ADFG hunting regs, and noticed there is Bison hunting Alaska. With all the talk about Musk Ox hunting, I have not heard anyone on here talk about hunting Bison. So, I checked up on the Alaskan Bison , and there was a mention of the die off of one of the herds back in 2004. Got me wondering what caused it.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/08/10 05:05 PM

Closest thing I ever had to "Mungduk" was Peking duck. Didn't much care for that, either.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/08/10 06:31 PM

Mungduk is the skin of the White whale....if you never tried it your missing out...its exelent with soysauce baby whale is best,there skin is gray smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/08/10 07:49 PM

How about dukdung Jeff? have you tried that ?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/08/10 08:18 PM

No sorry....I dont eat that Crap
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/08/10 08:38 PM

It is pretty fowl !
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/09/10 06:58 PM

Stopped off at the Farmers market across the street today.

1.. Yellow Summer Squash: Bought 4 at .50 each. She threw in one more for free.

2. Peaches: 6 for $3.00

3. 3 Better Boy Tomamtoes for $1.50

4. 1 Pint of Blueberries for $3.00


Oh, Hupurest, they have Salt Potatoes for $3.00 a bag !!!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/09/10 10:21 PM

I havre found the solution to the high cost of gasoline in Alaska !!!

Check it out!!

http://www.esf.edu/communications/view.asp?newsID=411


Now, It probably won't work in Bethel or other areas where forest products are few and far between, but what the heck, give it a try !! grin
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/10/10 01:27 AM

Leading edge technology ?? Hitler used it in the 40's.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/10/10 02:01 AM

Well, I never claimed it was 21st technology ! laugh
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/10/10 02:11 AM

No but the article calls it leading edge tech..
Posted By: EurekaTrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/10/10 02:42 AM

Finally got my Top Lot hat in the mail from NAFA today. They should have built it with an elastic band in the back because every time I try it on, my head swells considerably. They sent a pin too. Maybe I should use it on a gimmick lynx set. Hmmm
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/10/10 03:04 AM

The pin is to deflate your head so the hat fits.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/10/10 04:59 AM

Good One!
Posted By: EurekaTrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/10/10 05:02 AM

X2
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/10/10 05:04 AM

Thoughts on Denby?
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/10/10 10:53 PM

Everyone makes a misjudgment or two in the span of 80 years...

shouldnt affect anyones opinion of his game management skills...but probably will...and may cost him a job..
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/10/10 11:37 PM

well, i would use Ted Kennedy as precedent. Or his nephew...


and since he didn't drive his car into DIPAC and drown a girl...

I rule
Dendby stays...
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/11/10 07:08 AM

Moose season opens here today...if the monsoons let up,I might take a boat ride this weekend,and keep an eye out for a fat one,no hurry,....but its hard to beat August meat smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/11/10 03:38 PM

Ya got that right !!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/11/10 06:26 PM

I agree we have to wait till the 20th to get after them here so 9 more days
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/11/10 08:23 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Moose season opens here today...if the monsoons let up,I might take a boat ride this weekend,and keep an eye out for a fat one,no hurry,....but its hard to beat August meat smile


My plane will land in MTV around 6pm Friday evening, can ya pick me up grin
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/11/10 09:02 PM

Heck Yea...bring the beer and I will meet you in Saint Marys smile
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/11/10 09:31 PM

Don't tempt me, I may take you up on it labor day weekend.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/11/10 09:56 PM

What kind do you prefer???? I'll be there with your favorite brand!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/11/10 11:08 PM


I hope to be Digesting Moose before labor day....

Originally Posted By: Kusko
What kind do you prefer???? I'll be there with your favorite brand!


Old Style...we leave friday morning smile
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/11/10 11:25 PM

That has got to be the best price on a hunt ever! I never knew the power of 'Old Style' was so great! I once went past a 40' tall 6 pack of Old Style in La Crosse, WI, it did draw me in a little.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/11/10 11:27 PM

who knew???....beer creates its own gravitational field....lol
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/11/10 11:58 PM

Originally Posted By: TrappinAlaska
That has got to be the best price on a hunt ever! I never knew the power of 'Old Style' was so great! I once went past a 40' tall 6 pack of Old Style in La Crosse, WI, it did draw me in a little.


I too stood in Awe,before the Great Six Pack..was a moment I will never forget.....
Posted By: Doogie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/12/10 12:48 AM

other than the NOAA web site are there any other reliable websites with acurate weather forcasts for the Alaska Peninsula?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/12/10 01:36 AM

The nearest FSS is the best way to go IMO
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/12/10 03:18 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff


Old Style...we leave friday morning smile


Since gold rush doesn't have old style right now I will have to special order it in and will have it next fall for labor day weekend wink
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/12/10 05:53 AM

LOL...you might as well bring Rafe with you ,...and his weight in beer smile so is there a permit hunt over there ?
is the moritorium over?
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/12/10 07:35 AM

The moratorium is over, but it's a registration hunt. If we bring that much beer we might have to go into a new biz. smile

Oh and I used to 25 short miles from the great 6 Pack. It's now called LaCrosse Lager.....what a shame.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/12/10 03:43 PM

Doogie:
What part of the Alaska Peninsula do you want weather conditions/forcast for? The forecast is done on an area thing and you have to watch how the forcasted weather is tracking and add/subtract time for your location. The first link will let you plug in your nearest location for current conditions. 2nd link is most of Bristol Bay. 3rd link is the zone forcast. 4th link is a list of state wide webcams. 5th link is a weather bouy in Shelikof Strait that is handy for looking at devolping wind patterns. The radar image on the zone forecast is handy when you see rain squalls on it coming in from the Pacific side and you look out your window and actually see them. This last window method is the best forcast.

http://www.arh.noaa.gov/akobs.php
http://aawu.arh.noaa.gov/sfcobs/SWAK6.gif
http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?zoneid=AKZ161
http://akweathercams.faa.gov/sitelist.php
http://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/station_page.php?station=46077
Posted By: Doogie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/12/10 07:13 PM

Thanks Bob, Im leaving in about a half hour for the airport. Ill be in King Salmon tomrrow trying to catch a Piper flight to Port Moller. Guys on the boat says it can be tricky getting out of King Salmon to Port Moller. I figure the Port Heiden station will give me the best idea. yeah the window forcast is the best, I pass alot of wheel watch time zooming in and out on the radar lol
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/10 07:06 PM

Cloudberry/wild raspberry cheese cake and moose tender loins on the menu tonight laugh
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/10 08:20 PM

Originally Posted By: martenpine
Cloudberry/wild raspberry cheese cake and moose tender loins on the menu tonight laugh


MMMMM sounds good what time is dinner?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/10 08:35 PM

Oooooooooooohh MANNNNNNNNNNN!
Posted By: chessielover

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/20/10 04:46 AM

I had to settle for corned brown bear and blueberies with cream for dinner.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/23/10 04:23 PM

Hupurest:

Do you know where Juneau St in Anchorage is ?
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/24/10 02:33 AM

I do CB. In the early 70's I lived on Juneau St - just off 15th. It is real close to downtown. It's not a through street there, but I believe there are short stretches of it further away from town.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/24/10 05:49 AM

Fresh moose steaks for dinner tonight smile
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/24/10 06:44 AM

Awesome otterman!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/24/10 01:58 PM

Originally Posted By: Ol' Blister
I do CB. In the early 70's I lived on Juneau St - just off 15th. It is real close to downtown. It's not a through street there, but I believe there are short stretches of it further away from town.


I was looking at a place up on that street that has a website, I forget what the name of it was. They make all sorts of Alaskan Jams , Jelly and Gift baskets to send to people. I was thinking of ordering from them .
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/24/10 01:59 PM

Found it!!


Alaskan Wild Berry Products.
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/24/10 02:57 PM

I see those products in lots of stores that cater to tourists. I have looked at some and judged them pretty pricey...many years ago!

A lot of people buy them for gifts. Nice packaging and tasty - the few I have sampled.
Posted By: Gary Benson

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/25/10 10:05 PM

I'm humble enough to admit to paying $30 for 12 oz. of "king salmon jerky" up at Denali. It smells similar to the drain pipe coming from the sewer on my camper, and tastes similar to freezer-burned smoked catfish. mmm mmm good
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/26/10 02:07 AM

Sounds like you're a commonsewer of smoked salmon.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/26/10 02:08 AM

So who can give me info on how to set up a battery bank and an inverter?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/26/10 02:38 AM

Probably Bob can do that
Posted By: Gary Benson

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/26/10 09:55 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Sounds like you're a commonsewer of smoked salmon.


A distinkwished fan anyway.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/27/10 01:53 AM

Wolfwoman:

This should help :

http://www.majorpower.com/inverters/battery_sizing_faq.pdf
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/27/10 03:55 AM

Thanks, I'll check it out smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/27/10 09:04 PM

Soups on.....


Posted By: Gary Benson

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 01:54 AM

I just threw up in my mouth a little bit.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 01:56 AM

mmmmm flying ribeyes love those specklebellies but never have tried the feet...or head. Saw a lot of people eating chicken foot soup in Ecuador.
Posted By: scalloper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 01:59 AM

The new iron chef
Posted By: EurekaTrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 02:15 AM

Looks like Filipino food.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 02:24 AM

Man I love yer pic. but some of the food you take pic. while am sure its good(shouldn't knock it until you try it)just looks wrong.How do the feet taste?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 02:31 AM

LOL....its Finger Licking Good....of course smile
most people here make soup just like it...
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 02:51 AM

The feet are good. So is the head and the tongue.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 03:48 AM

Andrew Made It ! smile

this guy was from Germany..he hiked the Chilcoot and built this Birch Bark canoe... and floated it down..it was pretty cool...he even sealed the seam with pine pitch.
Posted By: EurekaTrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 03:49 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
The feet are good. So is the head and the tongue.

It's got to be better than boiled marten.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 03:54 AM

Absolutely !
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 04:09 AM

cool canoe. I'd like to have it.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 04:23 AM

Originally Posted By: drasselt
cool canoe. I'd like to have it.

I asked him if he would sell it,and told him I would give him a ride to the airport...he said he was bringing it home...I guess I would to.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 04:29 AM

Andrew Made It !

Looks like he may have been studying down in AR.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 07:19 AM

I'm disappointed. I wanted to see your paper bowl......
Posted By: southpaw

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 08:17 PM

YJ- Neat photo and info on the guy who built the canoe and floated the river.

About a month ago, there was a couple here in Dillingham that were on day 57 of their canoe journey. They started in Fairbanks, and if memory serves me, went down the yukon, up the Kusko, eventually went up the Aniak, then portaged to the top of the Wood Tikchik System and came down the Nushagak to Dillingham. Next on their agenda was a boat ride to Naknek were they were going up the Kvichak, up Iliamna lake and across to Cook Inlet, then to Anchorage. At that point they were going to drive/get a ride back to Fairbanks.


Perhaps Otterman will chime in w/ any details or clarification if needed...

Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/10 11:03 PM

I was in St Marys earlier this week and saw Era unload that canoe from a plane. The plane was late as it took them a 1/2 just to load it in Emmo. It is a nice canoe.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/30/10 09:22 AM

I always love it when they run out into the swamp to die.. frown
its not as bad as it looks...we had 4 guys and had it high and dry and loaded in the boat,in no time...(I was alone when I shot it)....
Posted By: scalloper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/30/10 12:47 PM

Man that should be a great peice of meat,perfect size.WTG
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/30/10 04:46 PM

Nice bull. That should be super tasty. I thought at first the antler was broke, but then realized the velvet was just pushed off that spot.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/30/10 04:53 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
I always love it when they run out into the swamp to die.. frown
its not as bad as it looks...we had 4 guys and had it high and dry and loaded in the boat,in no time...(I was alone when I shot it)....


Did you eat its face or nose or ears or eyelids yet????

lol....
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/30/10 06:41 PM

Airboat country!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/30/10 10:27 PM

Thanks,guys...and yes the perfect piece of meat,...when in velvet..the bigger the better,nice and fat...the horns were hard and starting to shed...the velvet on the brow tine slipped off when we were pulling it to high ground,slipped right off like a glove..
yes AV..a airboat would be the cats azz,around here... this place is more like Lauisiana..than Alaska.
and Hup..... you just know there will be some fine dining to come smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/31/10 02:10 AM

Oh man I'm drooling on the keyboard.

One night I sat against a spruce tree and cooked fat backstrap on a stick all night. Just some salt for spice. I ended up sick from eating so much but I'd do it again I believe.
Posted By: trapr

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/31/10 04:56 PM

looks like someone needs to introduce you to Tony Chachere's,season salt with a kick,or maybe some Demetris bloody mary seasoning.like white,I'm drooling.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/01/10 08:52 PM

I set the net for a couple hours,and got these two...the Sheefish will go in the smoker...
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/01/10 10:46 PM

hey, that whitefish looks familiar...
Is that a Bering Cisco???
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/01/10 11:09 PM

No..not a Cisco....this is the preferd white fish here..Ciscos are also highly prized..
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/01/10 11:22 PM

I guess, the mouth seems wrong for the cisco....

them sheefish must be not so tasty if you are smoking it, and that is a statment in my book, seeing what usually graces your plate...
lol
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/02/10 12:34 AM

Here is a Cisco from my comercial catch last November..I didnt get rich..LOL....they are hitting the coast hard this month,but we dont get them as thick as down river...they show up here after freeze up,and not in great numbers...
and Sheefish are awsome eating...and plentifull...so just doing a change up...Salmon is good,but I still smoke it smile

MP did a run down on the whitefish species, that was right on...I dont know all the names of the whitefish,...in English smile
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/02/10 04:50 PM

Moose season for me is officially OVER!

I had gone goose hunting in the morning and come back to the house for a shower and a nap. Looked out the window to see the Broccoli Bandit eating the last of my cabbage (broccoli consumed long ago...)

I have an antlerless permit for right here in Fairbanks Mgt Area, so I grabbed the bow, "stalked" to the end of my front porch and shot.

Moose went less than 40 yards and died. I had a 30 yard "pack" to the garage! Did not take any photos, but I was finished by 2 pm on Opening Day!

With all the wood cut and a moose hanging up, life is good! smile

Pete
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/02/10 05:24 PM

Not often you can grow meat and potaotes in the same garden.

Was it a baited hunt?
Use that new food plot stuff, Moose'y Oak...

The You Pick farm has a problem with the moose eating the veggies. they seem to have "solved it", they got a life size wolf form and drapped, frankensteined whatever you want to call it, a wolf hide to it... and they use some wolf urine. It seems to have slowed them down a bit. From 100 yds away it looks good, but upclose, the weather and rain and the "seweing" job is BAD..... but the black rubber ball for a nose is realistic...
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/02/10 05:26 PM

Congratulations, Pete! Take all the easy ones you can.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/02/10 05:54 PM

The Garden Plot, the northern version of all those Feed Plots I see on TV in the south. I think it has been the downfall of a number of moose over the years.

-TJ
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/02/10 06:02 PM

Sounds like a DLP and needs to be turned over to the state. smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/02/10 08:31 PM

Good deal !

There are two young bulls working the biologist's garden across the street. I've been contemplating the same procedure.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/10 01:31 AM

Originally Posted By: Alaskan
Sounds like a DLP and needs to be turned over to the state. smile


I think not. In fact, the State should probably pay ME for all the veggies it ate!

I was just avenging the garden raids.

Pete
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/10 01:43 AM

Sounds like a Feed Plot..I bet you will plant it again next year smile...congrats on the easy meat..
Posted By: scalloper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/10 03:24 AM

Do you need to get drawn for a moose tag or can any resident get one over the counter?
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/10 04:10 AM

Depends on the hunt and unit, there are just regular registration hunt permit over the counter.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/10 03:45 PM

Originally Posted By: scalloper
Do you need to get drawn for a moose tag or can any resident get one over the counter?


A resident, or a NR for that matter, can get a free moose harvest ticket over-the-counter. The NR also needs to buy a moose locking tag.

In my case, I also had to be drawn for the antlerless permit (archery only) to hunt within the Fbx Mgt Area. If I had wanted to just hunt for a bull, I could hunt in the FMA with just my regular license and harvest ticket, without going through the drawing permit process.

The standard Alaska resident hunting license is probably the second best deal in the hunting world. For $25, you can take a moose, a sheep, 3 black bears, an elk,a grizzly, a truckload of caribou, wolves and deer and probably some things I haven't thought of yet.

So if that is the second best deal, what is the BEST deal? Those of us over 60 get a FREE lifetime hunting/fishing/trapping license which gives us "all of the above and more" for EVER for FREE.....!

Pete
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/10 03:43 PM

I see Fish222 made the big time! His smiling face graces the pages of the Alaska Trapper this month. I don't understand why he's lying in the snow or who the guy is that's holding Jon's head up.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/10 04:52 PM

Pete, The good deal sounds like a good news bad news kind of thing... lol. Congrats on the veggie to backstrap conversion! I wonder if they like frozen broccoli? I can see Hup making a raid on Costco.
Posted By: scalloper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/10 05:42 PM

That is a heck of a deal. Man moose berger is killer. I am down to my last 20 lbs
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/10 07:40 PM

I am just putting my Salmon away for the freezer...these are Fall Chums running now..exelent eating.. and as,with all the runs,here this year ,...they are about two weeks late..
they go all the way to Canada,so have a very high oil content.
this one has a bit of color,but most are Dime Bright when they go past here,...and fish and game is not alowing a comercial fishery this year...the fisherman here,better start looking for a job...
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/10 08:50 PM

Other than timing how do you tell a bright chum from a bright sockeye?
Posted By: scalloper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/10 09:06 PM

I jar alot of moose and bear but how do you jar salmon? I use a pressure cooker. I tried doing monkfish but it did not stay together that well.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/10 09:26 PM

Originally Posted By: drasselt
Other than timing how do you tell a bright chum from a bright sockeye?

Easy...we dont have a Sockeye run on the Yukon smile
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/10 11:05 PM

Nice chum Jeff! We get them trolling for silvers sometimes and don't realize we put one in the box until we fillet it. I picked up some silvers this morning out on the flats. Sight casting to mixed schools of chums and silvers in the salt in knee deep water.

Posted By: perrydog

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/10 11:37 PM

The quickest and easiest to tell chums and reds apart is the tail.....chums have silver in the tail(along the rays) and sockeyes don't. Gill rakers also work. Chums are short and widely spaced, sockeye are long and very close together.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/05/10 01:13 AM

Nice Silver PP...we dont eat them here though,they have a strong fishy flavor.chums are preferd.

And thanks for your input Phil,I always here of reports of a lost reds showing up here,now I can check for myself.

Here is the meat from that fish..our chums are sold in the US and EU...we sold over a million lbs this season,and the market exedes our quota.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/05/10 02:02 AM

When I fished in Bristol Bay we would always get docked a percentage for chums mixed with the reds. Never did recognize a chum. Of course we were always picking the net as fast as we could and didn't look too close.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/10 03:51 AM

Picked up this toad in a foot of water wading the flats...



As much fun as you can have with your rod !
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/10 04:24 AM

Originally Posted By: drasselt
When I fished in Bristol Bay we would always get docked a percentage for chums mixed with the reds. Never did recognize a chum. Of course we were always picking the net as fast as we could and didn't look too close.

Today they sort the fish by species to avoid the dog %. Last year the dogs were at something like 18% this year it was 85 for those who didn't sort the difference in price can be quite a bit so most sort as a result. they have to pass a sorting test by the cannery and can be spot checked at anytime. Some that have been spot checked ended up having their entire season counted as non sorts when they get caught cheating
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/10 04:31 AM

Originally Posted By: otterman
Originally Posted By: drasselt
When I fished in Bristol Bay we would always get docked a percentage for chums mixed with the reds. Never did recognize a chum. Of course we were always picking the net as fast as we could and didn't look too close.

Today they sort the fish by species to avoid the dog %. Last year the dogs were at something like 18% this year it was 85 for those who didn't sort the difference in price can be quite a bit so most sort as a result. they have to pass a sorting test by the cannery and can be spot checked at anytime. Some that have been spot checked ended up having their entire season counted as non sorts when they get caught cheating
One year tendering in the Bay a guy showed up saying he had no dogs (everyone sorted) . Skipper said if we find any you're sorting them all. Sure enough, we ended up dumping every bag on deck and making him sort them all. About 15-20% all mixed in. He did'nt do it again.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/10 05:09 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
I see Fish222 made the big time! His smiling face graces the pages of the Alaska Trapper this month. I don't understand why he's lying in the snow or who the guy is that's holding Jon's head up.


hahahaha I don't have my copy yet, I will hopefully get it Tuesday and then will have to take a look.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/10 06:56 AM

Anyone know the price of Reds in the Bay this year?
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/10 02:33 PM

Pretty sure it was .95 on the grounds with about 20-25 cent retro likely.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/10 05:00 PM

Thanks....that aint too shabby...we were getting 70 cents for dogs here
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/10/10 06:13 AM

We are having comercial openings now for the fall run fish I heard $1.20 a lb for Chum and $1.50 for Coho,most of the run is past no doubt.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/10/10 06:24 AM

Good job Perrydog. That's how I tell them apart also.

Those are good prices Jeff.

I've eaten Yukon chum slabs...man, they are really greasy and good.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/11/10 01:05 PM

Tis the season boys and girls. Off to moose camp for two weeks. Try not to burn the place down while I am gone!

-TJ
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/11/10 02:12 PM

Be sure to take your tape measure
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/11/10 05:15 PM

He just called me to rub it in that he is heading out today....and then tells me they fogged in for a while. smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/11/10 05:29 PM

ALASKANS!!!!!!

Need help on this one !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



Planning a Retirement Party (NOT MINE!! ) and trying like heck to find one of the old classmates for the retiree. Nearest info I have is on a relative that may live in Eagle River , AK.

Now, before I go calling every person in Eagle River, AK with the last name of the person I am looking for, about how many people are there in that place ?


Thanks !!!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/11/10 05:34 PM

I need a new job where I can take 2 weeks off anytime I want.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/11/10 05:35 PM

Yes, I'm jealous...........
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/11/10 06:35 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
ALASKANS!!!!!!

Need help on this one !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



Planning a Retirement Party (NOT MINE!! ) and trying like heck to find one of the old classmates for the retiree. Nearest info I have is on a relative that may live in Eagle River , AK.

Now, before I go calling every person in Eagle River, AK with the last name of the person I am looking for, about how many people are there in that place ?


Thanks !!!

Prolly 20,000 in the area.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/11/10 06:47 PM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
I need a new job where I can take 2 weeks off anytime I want.
.

You do....it just so happens your two weeks have to be wanted during the Summer.
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/11/10 07:03 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Be sure to take your tape measure
And plenty of long sleeve shirts.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/11/10 08:48 PM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
I need a new job where I can take 2 weeks off anytime I want.

you have just been back to work for two weeks,and had the whole summe off?
if it makes you feel any better...I am done work for the season and now its all play till June smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/12/10 05:07 AM

Posted By: garyalaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/12/10 06:14 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
Be sure to take your tape measure


or bring jimmy again so he can take the fall again...really officer the boy shot that moose!!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/12/10 05:04 PM

Hey, I've been back to work for a month! smile

Nice Mallard!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 03:26 PM

GOOD MORNING FELLOW ALASKANS !!!!!!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 03:29 PM

$7.99 for Winchester 30-30 ammo !! Have not seen that price in some time!!
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 03:44 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
GOOD MORNING FELLOW ALASKANS !!!!!!

You make the move ?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 04:23 PM

Slowly getting there. Still searching for a resonable priced house within 50 to 75 miles of Anchorage.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 04:42 PM

So far, I have checked out Willow, Houston, Big lake , Soldotna and Wasilla, AK There is one property that really peaked my interest. It is up in Soldotna. Log Cabin. Looks to be in excellent shape inside and out. New Septic , New well,, new oil monitor (Whatever that is ), electric is all in along with the plumbing. Near the Kenai river . Got over 1 1/2 acres on it.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 04:54 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
So far, I have checked out Willow, Houston, Big lake , Soldotna and Wasilla, AK There is one property that really peaked my interest. It is up in Soldotna. Log Cabin. Looks to be in excellent shape inside and out. New Septic , New well,, new oil monitor (Whatever that is ), electric is all in along with the plumbing. Near the Kenai river . Got over 1 1/2 acres on it.



Thought you said resonable priced? I Don't think nothing near the Kenai river that is resonable priced
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 05:08 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
It is up in Soldotna.


You gotta learn the lingo and in this case that would be 'down' in Soldotna lol.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 06:00 PM

Well now Drasselt, thats all a matter of perspective. From Homer
it's "up in Soldotna". smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 06:24 PM

Originally Posted By: drasselt
Originally Posted By: canvasback
It is up in Soldotna.


You gotta learn the lingo and in this case that would be 'down' in Soldotna lol.



From NY everything is up North laugh
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 06:28 PM

Not Florida
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 06:31 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Not Florida


I am not going to Florida !
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 07:05 PM

Huh...I heard Florida was like the Alaska of the south...guess I'll strike that one off the list smile
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 07:56 PM

Originally Posted By: Spek Jones
Well now Drasselt, thats all a matter of perspective. From Homer
it's "up in Soldotna". smile

Absolutely. But since the other references were in the Valley, so then 'down' to Soldotna.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 07:58 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
,, new oil monitor (Whatever that is ),.

That would be a Monitor stove as in fuel oil heater.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 08:17 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
$7.99 for Winchester 30-30 ammo !! Have not seen that price in some time!!


waht are you going to use that on up here???

those Arctic hares????

that is certainly nope a great caliber for large game.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 08:33 PM

Originally Posted By: drasselt
Originally Posted By: canvasback
It is up in Soldotna.


You gotta learn the lingo and in this case that would be 'down' in Soldotna lol.


And Canada is that quaint country just South of us............!

Pete
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 10:03 PM

Canada is EAST of Alaska.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 10:09 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Originally Posted By: canvasback
$7.99 for Winchester 30-30 ammo !! Have not seen that price in some time!!


waht are you going to use that on up here???

those Arctic hares????

that is certainly nope a great caliber for large game.


Hupurest:

Contrary to poular opinion, one does not need the latest and greatest wizzbang , hit it like a Sherman Tank, Magnum rifle to hunt in Alaska!!
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 10:43 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
Canada is EAST of Alaska.


That all depends on what part of Alaska AND Canada you are referring to.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/10 11:44 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Originally Posted By: canvasback
$7.99 for Winchester 30-30 ammo !! Have not seen that price in some time!!


waht are you going to use that on up here???

those Arctic hares????

that is certainly nope a great caliber for large game.


blah blah blah....

This round will be responsible for many Musk ox deaths this winter... More than you can say for your .338.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/10 01:43 AM

just be glad that 338 broke.... or else we wouldn't have had to sneak up on em like Charles Whitman, and would have ended up packing em out of the original spot they were in...

although, I could have shot the big one that way..
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/10 03:52 AM

You broke your rifle ??

See what all that recoil does to a rifle!!! LOL


Some of us have not fallen to the Disease called Magnumitis smile

The symptoms of that include:

1. Need to shoot at long range.

2, Thinking that bigger is better.

3. Not learning the art of getting into close range.


Now take my 30-30 , for example..

Compared to your 338 it is smaller and has less energy than the 338 but, it costs less to shoot, less muzzle blast , weighs less and less recoil.


Now , faced with a charging Bear in Alaska , my 30-30 would not be the first caliber to choose, but it could certainly do good enough. especially since your 338 fell apart!

Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/10 03:31 PM

Well, I've only been hunting in Alaska since '83, so I don't have the experience some others here do, but I still prefer my .338 for quite a bit of my big game hunting, though I have a 7mm that sees use, and the old .243 is my favorite gun for our Sitka blacktails. Just depends on weather I am hunting Admiralty/Chichigof, or other places less frequented by growlers.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/10 03:41 PM

Here ya go, Hupurest. This should be good for your Grizzly Bears.


http://www.winchesterguns.com/products/catalog/itemdetail.asp?id=534159135
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/10 04:08 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback

Now take my 30-30 , for example..

it is smaller and has less energy but, it costs less to shoot, less muzzle blast , weighs less and less recoil.


Now , faced with a charging Bear in Alaska , my 30-30 would not be the first caliber to choose, but it could certainly do good enough. especially since your 338 fell apart!



keep talking you might convince yourself but probably nobody else...and don't forget your canoe
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/10 05:30 PM

my .338 is my gun that I use for pretty much everything. However am getting a 30-30 for 'fun hunting'. Something about lever action guns that are cool.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/10 06:36 PM

Alaskan:

Do you think that 338 Marlin Express would do well on Grizz ly Bear ?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/10 07:02 PM

.338 ruger would
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/10 07:04 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
Alaskan:

Do you think that 338 Marlin Express would do well on Grizz ly Bear ?


depends on where you shot it, and from how far. But yeah...i'd pull the trigger with that.
Posted By: 160user

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/10 09:09 PM

Originally Posted By: Alaskan
my .338 is my gun that I use for pretty much everything. However am getting a 30-30 for 'fun hunting'. Something about lever action guns that are cool.


Why not get a 45-70 in a lever gun or something along those lines?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/10 12:10 AM

Lever guns can be a real problem in the winter. I've seen several actions freeze tight and the lever does not provide enough "leverage" to open it.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/10 01:22 AM

Originally Posted By: 160user
Originally Posted By: Alaskan
my .338 is my gun that I use for pretty much everything. However am getting a 30-30 for 'fun hunting'. Something about lever action guns that are cool.


Why not get a 45-70 in a lever gun or something along those lines?


Have a Browning .450 BLR.

Originally Posted By: white17
Lever guns can be a real problem in the winter. I've seen several actions freeze tight and the lever does not provide enough "leverage" to open it.


When I plinked my wolves, the firing pin froze. First when click and nothing, then jacked another round and it went bang.

Unlike W17 i'm not a sissy and don't have twigs for arms, so I just use the lever as normal and find no issues.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/10 03:47 PM

Alaskan, I had the same thing happen with a BLR in .308. Of course it was one of the largest bucks I've had the privilege to draw down on.
Gun was traded the next day.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/10 04:26 PM

That can be expected on most guns that haven't been cleaned of all the factory oil (dont' know if yours was or not) and dealing with freezing conditions. Glad it only took one action to get everything working again. However, the hebe in me kind of hurt to see an unfired $5/shell fall into the snow....
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/10 06:06 PM

Originally Posted By: Alaskan
That can be expected on most guns that haven't been cleaned of all the factory oil (dont' know if yours was or not) and dealing with freezing conditions. Glad it only took one action to get everything working again. However, the hebe in me kind of hurt to see an unfired $5/shell fall into the snow....


$5.00 for ONE .450 Marlin round ?? Have you tried ordering from the Sportsmansguide ? Even with shipping, the price is less.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/10 07:05 PM

CB: Think AIR FREIGHT.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/10 07:21 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
CB: Think AIR FREIGHT.


Yes, I know, but have you read the article in the ADN about the road to Nome ?

http://www.adn.com/2010/01/26/1111745/nome-road-could-cost-27-billion.html



That has potential!! smile
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/10 07:37 PM

I dont think that helps CB. It would then be $27,000,000,005 for a .450 round, lol.

If they built a road to Nome, Alaskan would be employed for life just on that one project!
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/10 09:07 PM

laugh
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/10 11:34 PM

BAd idea !
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/10 11:58 PM

I say we build a road to Mc G.
then follow the Kuskokwim to Bethel.
that would be a good route for a road.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/16/10 12:21 AM

Yeah right !
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/16/10 12:21 AM

Yeah right ! That's been proposed many times also.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/16/10 12:21 AM

Yeah right ! That's been proposed many times also. Hopefully I'll die before that ever happens.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/16/10 05:31 PM

uh ohhh...the first signs of dementia...at least it took 800 years to set in, lol
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/16/10 06:26 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Yeah right ! That's been proposed many times also. Hopefully I'll die before that ever happens.



We heard you the first time
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/17/10 04:28 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
Originally Posted By: white17
Yeah right ! That's been proposed many times also. Hopefully I'll die before that ever happens.



We heard you the first time

You must be really bored today!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/17/10 01:29 PM

Not just today !
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/17/10 01:58 PM

Must be gett'n ready to come to the lower 48 and he's having second thoughts.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/17/10 02:44 PM

Lots of truth there !
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/17/10 02:45 PM

You mean in addition to the BS?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/17/10 03:28 PM

Yeah. Lots of BS in the states
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/17/10 03:41 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Yeah. Lots of BS in the states


Or at least there will be soon...
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/17/10 04:16 PM

LOL!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/21/10 04:26 AM

I saw a bunny in the yard a couple days ago. his ears were turning white !!

Hard frost here the last couple of mornings.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/21/10 05:12 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
I saw a bunny in the yard a couple days ago. his ears were turning white !!

Hard frost here the last couple of mornings.


YES!! I got people wanting partially colored bunnies! That means mine will be turning soon!! Where's the gun.......
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/21/10 10:48 PM

Looks like a keeper...

no frost here yet frown
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/10 12:12 AM

Gotta run and catch up to it, before you can "keep" it!
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/10 02:03 AM

Originally Posted By: Pete in Frbks
Gotta run and catch up to it, before you can "keep" it!


Pete, he's talking about the hockey puck he found in the pic.

I too love finding hockey pucks from the winter. Can never have too many.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/10 02:14 AM

I thought that was one of Jeff's dinner plates.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/10 02:31 AM

Track soup can be rather bland....
But Jeff would probably put some other animals face or other parts in it for spice...lol.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/10 03:54 AM

Yes..we do find alot of Hockey pucks floating down from Canada smile

and track soup is real.I have heard from old guys,during the hungry days..they would scoop out the snow hole where a Ptarmigan slept,and boil that...there would ususly be a dropping or two at the bottom of the hole.. to give it some flavor..you know like that packet in the Top Ramen smile
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/10 04:49 AM

W-17 invented ptarmigen Ramen back in the days before fire. It was called Bottom Ramen.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/10 05:19 AM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
W-17 invented ptarmigen Ramen back in the days before fire. It was called Bottom Ramen.


That's funny!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/10 02:16 PM

Food for thought there!
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/10 02:57 PM

Keep up the bantering. I'm LMAO. :-)
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/10 03:36 PM

Too early for most of these pups to be awake yet...
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/24/10 02:20 PM

Back from the wild a bit early. Got in late last night. 3 moose for 4 guys. Shot them all on the same day, 2 days into the trip. Was the easiest pack we have ever had there, and had all three of them in camp on the next day. Should have had 4, but I missed my spike and after it and the cow with it started running around, I didn't take any more shots. Didn't see another bull moose until the day we were going to leave. Had wolves working up and down the river the entire time, and the hot days and clear nights didn't help any for them moving in the day. I have a few pictures from the game camera of them and two bears on a gut pile the same night.

Did get to watch 5 wolves down on the river bed chase a group of caribou. They didn't get any, but was a learning experience to seem them work them and try and get one. Just wish we could have gotten close enough to shoot them.

Pictures and a story later.

-TJ
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/24/10 04:44 PM

Welcome back.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/24/10 05:35 PM

how many of the 3 moose were legal?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/24/10 06:01 PM

Cool Beans....that frost on the horn ,sure gets them moving..
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/25/10 12:23 AM

All were legal. Need to get things down loaded from the cameras and get a few pictures posted. Lets just say the boy is happy!

-TJ
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/25/10 12:51 AM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Lets just say the boy is happy!

-TJ

Of course he is, he just now realized that moose hunting, doesn't mean you have to go to court.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/25/10 04:48 PM

Here are a few pics. Not much of a story to tell. We got in and two days later, we had three moose down. Here is my son's. 55" according to F&G yesterday when I took it in for his tag. Figures he gets an any bull tag and then shoots a big one. At least no trip to the judge this year... laugh

He was hunting with a family friend this day and his ADD paid off. The boy just can't sit still and he got up to look down on the flats from his hunting spot and saw a cow down below. His parnter that day had a cow tag, so the partner took it. They glad handed, took pictures, went back to get packs and on the way down, Jimmy spotted one of the palms of the bull that must have been bedded down with her.

At the same time this is all going on, my father and I were on another ridge watching a 51" bull, a cow, and a spike. Plan was to shoot the spike first as once things got moving with shots fired, we would have a hard time telling the cow from the spike, and I didn't need another trip to the judge either! We watched them for 4 hours as they would feed, bed down, get up, and meander around a bit, but weren't getting any closer. Finally they all got in a small swamp area that we could see them all and we decided now was the time when we could get broad side shots and the cow was clear. I shot and missed, causing a big splash in the water next to the spike and it took off like a scalded cat, with the cow milling all over the place. I have never seen a moose run that fast. Dad took down the bigger bull and then the fun was on with three moose to butcher and pack. However, the upside was that all three were on the flats and an easy pack to camp.

Jimmy's rack:



And this is what we had running up and down the valley for most of the trip. I think between these and the sunny warm days and clear nights with a bright moon meant nothing was moving during the day. Just luck that we got the moose we did. This is the last picture of them on the camera, but on this gut pile, the bears and the wolves traded visits during the night. Couldn't tell how many were in the pack, but as said before we watched five at one time.



Note the classic grizz hump in this picture:



Did notice that both the grizz and the wolves noticed the camera taking pictures in the night as both came up to check it out. Here is a grizz staring at it. In the sequence, it comes up and sniffs the camera, but they never messed with it.



There were actually two coming in together. Think a sow and a two year old cub, but tough to tell.



-TJ
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/25/10 04:55 PM

Now that's a nice moose! Good for you guys, quick and dirty.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/25/10 05:20 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
However, the upside was that all three were on the flats and an easy pack to camp.


-TJ



No, the upside was you only shot once at the spike and didn't empty a box of ammo @ $3/bullet, which is your normal MO.

Is that a new meat chainsaw? What happened to the other one?

Jimmy looks happy...probably because he knows he'll get to keep this one.

GREAT idea on the game cam. Seriously...probably the smartest thing you've done, right after you got yourself snipped.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/25/10 05:37 PM

But, I like to hear it go BANG! smile

Yeah, new chain saw, but it was a pain. Old one wasn't putting out the HP like it used to, and would cost more to fix than to buy a new one. This one would go, and as soon as you took the finger off the gas, it would die. Not sure the plan yet on a new one or bring back the ECHO.

And it was big. Should have seen him measure that thing every which way trying to get it to 60" I told him to rap it around the palms a few times to get there. He was adamant it was 57".

I wish I had two when I just had the one game camera. We wanted to see what all was hitting the gut piles (didn't want to wait for a sow with small cubs) and the important part was WHEN so we could set up for a visit if they were hitting in the light. Too bad they didn't hit the one with the cam until we were getting ready to leave. Need to get a couple more I think.

-TJ
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/25/10 10:47 PM

Cool trail-cam photos! That is a great idea and I am going to start hauling one out to stick on gut-piles myself!

Congrats to the young moose hunter. VERY nice bull!

Pete
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/10 12:28 AM

Awsome pics!...and nice bull....wait till you have to find him a bigger one next year smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/10 08:18 PM

Has anyone ever stayed at the Hotel Alyeska, Girdwood, Alaska in the Fall ?
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/10 11:48 PM

CB, it's nice.
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/10 01:18 PM

Great pictures TJ JImmy looks as happy as that griz getting its free meal. I so have to get my son up there hunting soon.

I remember reading back last spring about your eppisode with his bull last year. What was the outcome of that situation.

Your chain saw mose likely needs only an idle adjustment...simple to do. Just make sure you do not over adjust it to where the clutch does not close and the chain keeps spinning. Poulans never were a favorite of mine but they do work. If your other one is an echo...get an honest opinion they are great cheap saws ! I have a few but like my Still's the best.

Any pictures of your camp ?
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/10 02:12 PM

Last year cost me $300 and a trip to Delta with the kid to go to court. Turned out to be a great learning experience for the kid, and not to expensive for me.

We will play with it and get it working. I didn't take the ECHO in, so not sure what the story was, only that we could buy that cheap poulan for less than the fix.

No pictures of camp. Quit taking them as they all look the same.

-TJ
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/10 02:38 PM

Hey...good morning TJ

Glad it was a " good experience for LJ " and not too expensive for dad. I remember the pic, honest mistake. No mistake this year though !!

I generally work on my own saws and other 2 cycle equipment. I own a landscape company. So I know them pretty well. If you want a little guidance let me know. They really are easy to work on. And depending on what happened to them cheap or free to repair. Perhaps I can save you a hundred buck...if so great! And I have a stock of parts if you need somthing. If it was like ran without two cycle oil..well then...junk it and give it to someone who has the same saw for parts. On your poulan saw...you might want to remove the spark arrest screen on the muffler. They gunk up and then the saw will not run well at all.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/10 02:46 PM

Morning Everyone!!


Well, I never thought I would say this, but after looking at Google's Street View map , I can see plenty of places in Anchorage that are just like some of the rougher Cities in NY !! Houses that were bought just a couple of years ago in Anchorage are selling for less than $20,000 Some were $10,000 !! The Realtor pictures make the inside of those properties look like a GEM !! Go on Google, and get a view of the outside of the house and the neighborhood and it makes a person want to throw up !! Almost $3,000 in property taxes for a pile of junk !!
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 12:20 AM

Yes you are soo right CB...but I bet in 5 years things will look alot differant.
Posted By: Cazador

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 12:36 AM

CB,
Did I misunderstand, or did you claim to have found property in Anchorage that is selling for less that $20,000? Do you mean $200,000? Please provide more details. Something seems amiss.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 01:04 AM

Some or maybe all (though probably not) of that exterior scabbyness could be deliberate to help keep property taxes down.
I know there are houses here that are very nice on the inside
and the outside is covered with tar paper to keep the tax acessment down.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 01:15 AM

Tis true, I held off on siding our house for 7 years because alot of the assessed value is assigned to the siding...the wife finally forced me to do it!!
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 01:27 AM

Something bad wrong about a tax that penalizes you for finishing your house.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 03:19 AM

Well then I'm never finishing ours!!

Can fox be called in? Or just wolves and yotes?
Posted By: EurekaTrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 04:30 AM

WW, fox are fairly easy to call in. Use snowshoe hare sounds or a mouse squeaker.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 04:45 AM

Thanks! Gonna try it this winter. Heard one barking in the trees the other night.

And what is the best time of day to try this?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 06:16 AM

Had about 1/2" of ice in the water bucket two mornings ago and thought we would get snow today but it turned warmer. The growlers are feeding on dead salmon in the river like crazy. Seems like they are spending more time in the deeper water this year. Took this shot from my front deck about mid afternoon.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 06:36 AM

That looks like a pretty big bear
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 06:57 AM

Originally Posted By: drasselt
That looks like a pretty big bear


x2!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 03:17 PM

There are so many bears around now it is hard to keep track but this isn't the biggest guy on the block. I know large head small ears and all but when he is out of the water there is a lot of daylight between the belly and ground. Unlike the large black one around here that I think was the star of the youtube earlier this year when he had a smackdown with two sows and his partner killed three of the four cubs while he was brawling with the sows. Just haven't had good conditions to get a photo of the big guy. Here is another shot of the same bear but went back through my photos and just can't tell if I have one of him out of the water or not. Will try and get another today if the rain and overcast goes away.

Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 03:34 PM

How much hunting pressure is put on the bears in your immediate area? Any guides?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 04:13 PM

AV:
Good question. A very high percentage of the pressure comes from the guides. The other part of the harvest is the proximity to a village thing. The guides played a huge part in the every other year season also with no data whatsoever to back up that restrictive take. I and the rest of the locals have testified via the advisory boars that the bear population is totally out of wack but it comes down to BOG managing this as a trophy bear area. Show me an area managed for trophy bear that does not have an overpopulation of bear. Most of the trophy boar's taken are large boars that are also a birth control device as my you tube video shows. I also have several video of moose calves being taken by bears and just had to buy city meat for my freezer for the first time in many years.
Unfortunately the population is so out wack I don't think more liberal harvest will fix anything because of the cost/access/logistic issues to hunt here. The 22k cash cows rule.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 05:37 PM

Start having a Tman feed out thataway during the season. I'm thinking we could thin down the herd a bit...
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 05:50 PM

Right, i will get a ticket tomorrow....
heck Alaskan, TJ and I will get one every other yr.

and as we all know,they don't discriminate on size....
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 06:14 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
and as well all know,they don't discriminate on size....


AMEN!!

I have two rules for a trophy bear:
1) it is alone. 2) it has fur.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 06:47 PM

Don't forget we not only have a every other year thing but are also subject to the every four year restriction. BTW a round trip ticket to just the big village from our little downstream village is close to 1K. Thats what it costs when you go into town to buy your moose meat.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 07:12 PM

For a 9 or 10 foot bear from the porch, I am there......

-TJ
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 07:45 PM

Just an adult bear with a big head and small ears. Took this off deck a few moments ago. Had to holler at him three times before he stopped to pose. Nine and ten footers don't get that way from hanging around front decks.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 08:56 PM

Its OK. I am not picky. 8, 7 and 6 footers are fair game too!

-TJ
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 09:11 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
Don't forget we not only have a every other year thing but are also subject to the every four year restriction. BTW a round trip ticket to just the big village from our little downstream village is close to 1K. Thats what it costs when you go into town to buy your moose meat.


Shoot, $1k that's it. When do you want us there?

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Its OK. I am not picky. 8, 7 and 6 footers are fair game too!

-TJ


x2
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 09:16 PM

Originally Posted By: Alaskan
Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
Don't forget we not only have a every other year thing but are also subject to the every four year restriction. BTW a round trip ticket to just the big village from our little downstream village is close to 1K. Thats what it costs when you go into town to buy your moose meat.


Shoot, $1k that's it. When do you want us there?

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Its OK. I am not picky. 8, 7 and 6 footers are fair game too!

-TJ


x2


I will supervise them and catch them 22 " grayling that eat all your precious salmon eggs and fry..

Coming to the rescue like the super friends...
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 09:26 PM

And they say people of the world today don't lend a helping hand....
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 10:13 PM

I'm feelin the love
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 10:34 PM

I am packing today, how many days do I need to request off?

Man, if you want them thinned out Bob, there ARE people here would would love to come down and hunt. Heck i will even pitch a tent in your yard,so you won't even know I am there smile

TJ, Alaskan, Hup, how about a Tman bear hunt on the Pen. next fall? grin
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 11:41 PM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222


TJ, Alaskan, Hup, how about a Tman bear hunt on the Pen. next fall? grin


Bear hunt only???
I'm in, only if you bring the decoys and the dog.

I'll bring the shotgun shells.... We will need something to do after the first day when we all tag out from Bobs porch.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 11:47 PM

Hup,

I though you were going to spend your time fleshing all our hides. You know Alaskan and I don't do those sorts of things.

I am up for a little blast/cast/blast action.

-TJ
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 11:53 PM

There ya go Bob, that's 4 dead bears that can be had to thin the herd....

Shoot, you put your order in early enough, we might even bring a bunch of groceries for you too....
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/10 11:56 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Hup,

I though you were going to spend your time fleshing all our hides. You know Alaskan and I don't do those sorts of things.

I am up for a little blast/cast/blast action.

-TJ


Ok, i will flesh some hides too...
heck, I will be UB's maintenance person, I'll do his chores, milk the cows whatever......

and Your brother is up for a Blast,Blast,Blast,Blast,/cast (fishin sucks, I'm drinkin beer)/ Blast,Blast,Blast,Blast,Blast,Blast,

I guess we would let him sluice the cripples.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 12:00 AM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest

Ok, i will flesh some hides too...
heck, I will be UB's maintenance person, I'll do his chores, milk the cows whatever......

and Your brother is up for a Blast,Blast,Blast,Blast,/cast (fishin sucks, I'm drinkin beer)/ Blast,Blast,Blast,Blast,Blast,Blast,

I guess we would let him sluice the cripples.


Don't ask to borrow my gun on this trip now!!
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 12:18 AM

Aww how come you residents get all the fun ?? Ok I know why but hey can we help out too ?? Crowd control service available here !!

Just Call and I am there !
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 01:11 AM

Looks like we are all in. Dog can come, as long as she remains crated until TJ tags his bear..... grin

When should we come Bob grin
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 02:06 AM

Oh Alright ! You've shamed me into it. I'll go too.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 02:27 AM

White makes 5, I'll make 6.

$1000, no problem.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 02:55 AM

We can call ourselves the TMPCO

Tman predator control organization.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 03:03 AM

Maybe we could get paid to do it..........
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 03:17 AM

We probably could, but with the way a few of us shoot, payment better be high to cover the cost of ammo.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 03:19 AM

Oh right! I forgot Matt and TJ will be there.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 03:32 AM

I have never shot a dog, though I did think about it quite a bit with a hunting partner who told me his dog was WELL trained. Dam thing wouldn't sit still or listen to simple commands like COME or SIT. And then to top it off, the buddy shot a duck in the slough we were hunting and the dog went, got it, and went to the other side and ate the duck. If it would have been my duck, I would have shot him then and there.

That was my first year with my dog, and she was only a year old and 10 times better. Never hunted with that guy again, and we were on an island in SE AK with 6 other guys for a week. No one else would hunt with him either.

-TJ
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 03:40 AM

Um TJ, you are not welcome in kusko or my's blind LOL

My dog only eats the duck heads, after we go to bed.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:03 AM

With all this love, enthusiasm and money flowing how much is the high bidder willing to pay to be my caretaker this winter?

Was just watering my batteries and walked out of the battery room and took this photo at <50 feet with a small pocket camera.

They have been causing a lot of damage here but when they attacked the flag pole I think we are now dealing with terrorists.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:12 AM

Before we can pay to be your caretaker, we have to prove our worth next sept on a predator control mission.

Terrorists, I LOVE IT.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:13 AM

FINE, I will bring one of my dogs if you guys are going to be that way! laugh

-TJ
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:33 AM

Originally Posted By: Kusko

$1000, no problem.

You better think again if you think you can do it that cheap! It would cost me almost $700 and I don't have to go through Anchorage.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:16 PM

Originally Posted By: otterman
Originally Posted By: Kusko

$1000, no problem.

You better think again if you think you can do it that cheap! It would cost me almost $700 and I don't have to go through Anchorage.


At this rate, we can all meet up in Anchorage and charter a plane out there, it'll be cheaper (seriously, it would). However, between Fish, kusko and my lunker arse....might push the weight limit on the Navajo. smile
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:19 PM

Idea: Maybe we can hold another auction. Winner flies out and gets to pack out bear hides, flesh bear hides, salt bear hides, boil skulls, etc. Not every day a non-res gets to do that!
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:25 PM

hahahahahahahaah....good point AV. We'll make sure to get him a "safety" word. hahahahahahahahaha
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:29 PM

A dude hunt. All you are lacking is the dude!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:35 PM

Originally Posted By: Alaskan [/quote


At this rate, we can all meet up in Anchorage and charter a plane out there, it'll be cheaper (seriously, it would). However, between Fish, kusko and my lunker arse....might push the weight limit on the Navajo. smile


That's exactly what I was thinking! There's a Navajo here @ $795 per hour. Seats 9.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:41 PM

Originally Posted By: white17

There's a Navajo here @ $795 per hour. Seats 9.


We could roll out 8 plus 2 dogs strong....
Colonel White17 leading the "cavalry"....


White,
Start writing up the "fight" speech....
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:46 PM

Alright, it's settled.... UB when you do you want us there?

make your grocery list.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:54 PM

Here is a starting point...

Alaskans love to fight, traditionally. All real Alaskans love the sting and clash of battle.
You are here today for three reasons.
First, because you are here to defend Ugashik Bobs home and loved ones.
Second, you are here for your own self respect, because you would not want to be anywhere else.
Third, you are here because you are real men and all real men like to fight. When you, here, everyone of you, were kids, you all admired the fastest runner, the toughest boxer, the big league ball players, and the All-American football players. Alaskans love a winner. Alaskans will not tolerate a loser. Alaskans despise cowards. Alaskans play to win all of the time. I wouldn't give a hoot in helll for a man who lost and laughed. That's why Alaskans have never lost nor will ever lose a war; for the very idea of losing is hateful to an Alaskan."
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:58 PM

"Only two percent of you right here today will die in battle. Death must not be feared. Death, in time, comes to all men. Yes, every man is scared in his first battle. If he says he's not, he's a liar. Some men are cowards but they fight the same as the brave men. The real hero is the man who fights even though he is scared. Some men get over their fright in a minute under fire. For some, it takes an hour. For some, it takes days. But a real man will never let his fear of death overpower his honor, his sense of duty to his country, and his innate manhood. Battle is the most magnificent competition in which a human being can indulge. It brings out all that is best and it removes all that is base. Alaskans pride themselves on being He Men and they ARE He Men. Remember that the enemy is just as frightened as you are, and probably more so. They are not supermen."

"All through your hunting careers, you men have bitched about what you call "chicken crap drilling". That, like everything else I taught you has a definite purpose.
That purpose is alertness. Alertness must be bred into every hunter. I don't give a (bleep) for a man who's not always on his toes. You men are veterans or you wouldn't be here. You are ready for what's to come. A man must be alert at all times if he expects to stay alive. If you're not alert, sometime, a bear is going to sneak up behind you and beat you to death with a sockful of crap!"
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 04:59 PM

Wow, that almost gave me a thrill.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 05:06 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Wow, that almost gave me a thrill.


If Hup has that effect on you, then we need to revise the guest list, akpawpincher can NOT come. LOL
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 05:07 PM

You can start yesterday as long as I get to pick who stays for the winter. Another small detail the nearest wheels strip is 28 miles downstream.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 05:12 PM

you can keep throwing wrenches Bob, but with Ken leading the charge, none of us have to worry about getting hit grin
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 05:14 PM

"My men don't surrender",
"I don't want to hear of any hunter under my command being captured unless he has been hit. Even if you are hit, you can still fight back. That's not just bull crap either. The kind of man that I want in my command is just like the lieutenant in Libya, who, with a Luger against his chest, jerked off his helmet, swept the gun aside with one hand, and busted the heck out of the Kraut with his helmet. Then he jumped on the gun and went out and killed another German before they knew what the heck was coming off. And, all of that time, this man had a bullet through a lung. There was a real man!"

"Each man must not think only of himself, but also of his buddy fighting beside him. We don't want yellow cowards in this Army. They should be killed off like rats. If not, they will go home after this war and breed more cowards. The brave men will breed more brave men. Kill off the Goldang cowards and we will have a nation of brave men

"Don't forget, you men don't know that I'm here. No mention of that fact is to be made in any letters. The world is not supposed to know what the heck happened to me. I'm not supposed to be commanding this fight. I'm not even supposed to be here in Pilot Point. Let's be the first motherless sons to find the Goldang Bears. Some day I want to see them raise up on their pee-soaked hind legs and howl, "Holy Smokes, it's the Goldanged Third Army again and that son-of-a-(beep) White17'."

"The quicker we clean up this Goldanged mess, the quicker we can take a little jaunt over to Unimak against the wolves and clean out their nest, too. Before the Goldanged Feds get all of the credit."
I don't want to get any messages saying, "I am holding my position." We are not holding a thing. Let the bears do that. We are advancing constantly and we are not interested in holding onto anything, except the enemy's testes. We are going to twist them and kick the living crap out of him all of the time. Our basic plan of operation is to advance and to keep on advancing regardless of whether we have to go over, under, or through the enemy. We are going to go through him like crap through a goose; like crap through a tin horn!"

We're not going to just shoot the sons-of-, we're going to rip out their living GD guts and use them to grease the treads of our sno-gos. We're going to murder those lousy Ducks by the bushel-basket. War is a bloody, killing business. You've got to spill their blood, or they will spill yours. Rip them up the belly. Shoot them in the guts.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 05:22 PM

They must of gotten word regarding your frontal attack as they are feeding like crazy. I think this is the same one that ripped up my gray water cover last night. At one point there were three of them feeding at once in front of the house this morning. Just took this from the deck a few moments ago
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 05:58 PM

I think I might have mine mounted that way, with a fake water scene and just the head, shoulders and paws coming up with a fish he is peeling the skin off of. I think that might win an award.

-TJ
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 06:02 PM

The head will be the only usable part of the hide, since you don't flesh them smile LOL
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 06:04 PM

Yes, Tundra taxidermy has done those Jimmy... They do great work.

No need to split the lips with tundra, they split on their own a few days after they mount them...

May I also suggest a few 22" grayling under the "fake" water, feeding on the flesh bits that fall off the fish being eaten??
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 06:33 PM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
The head will be the only usable part of the hide, since you don't flesh them smile LOL


That's why we're bringing Hup.



I do have to say...UB can't really piiss and moan about there being too many anymore... This is the time for you to "do your part".
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 07:22 PM

If only UB could get a photo of the bear eating his argo, so we could send it to countrysmith.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 07:36 PM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
If only UB could get a photo of the bear eating his argo, so we could send it to countrysmith.


They eat some nasty stuff, but I never seen one eat a turd......

Like Alaskan, you might catch one playing with some poo, but they won't eat it.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 08:21 PM

That speech makes me want to go to the veterinary clinic and slap a brown bear ! Despicable cowards that they are !
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 08:47 PM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Wow, that almost gave me a thrill.


If Hup has that effect on you, then we need to revise the guest list, akpawpincher can NOT come. LOL


Aw man! I said almost! LOL... But he is kinda sexy in hip waders....
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 08:55 PM

Apparently the coast guard had a "don't ask don't tell" policy huh ak? LOL
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 08:57 PM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
Apparently the coast guard had a "don't ask don't tell" policy huh ak? LOL


Ouch.... are you saying he was on a 'Fairy" boat?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 09:02 PM

I was one of those dashing aviators in a tight come hither flight suit, why do you ask, curious? lol!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 09:03 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
I was one of those dashing aviators in a tight come hither flight suit, why do you ask, curious? lol!


See Fish, he WASN"T a semen.

Fish is jealous PP.....

We can't have this infighting, we are supposed to be a team...

Fish, this is NOT the greek army....



Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 09:03 PM

How 'bout those bears!
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 09:31 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest

Fish, this is NOT the greek army....





THen I am going home!!!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/10 10:01 PM

I've seen the growlers eat some pretty nasty stuff but the Argo is in a league of its own.
So much for electronic warfare. Had this alarm mounted on a pole in our graywater/septic area and one of the grolwers ripped it off the pole and bit a hole it it. Doesn't work very well now. They have another new game now where they pull all the vect pipes out of our leech field every night.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 02:15 AM

Sounds like DLP to me !
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 04:58 AM

No doubt about it.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 05:40 AM

Bob do you take a boar every 4 years? Does anyone come there and hunt them?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 06:40 AM

F2:
Most of bears taken in this area are near the villages or guide camps. I assume the guides take mostly big boars but I think that just compounds the problem because I've seen them be an excellent birth control device.
I try to take just a bear every four years but that is also compounded by the every other year thing. The bear population is so out of wack I really don't think hunting is the answer. However the every other year every four year restriction in this unit is just plain wrong.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 12:41 PM

GOOD MORNING ALASKA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 04:58 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
GOOD MORNING ALASKA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Man you get up early! Good morning,....er afternoon!
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 05:29 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
F2:
I really don't think hunting is the answer. .


Well if you want to find out, I think there are enough guys who would enjoy a tman hunt LOL.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 06:18 PM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
F2:
I really don't think hunting is the answer. .


Well if you want to find out, I think there are enough guys who would enjoy a tman hunt LOL.


Bob, think of the thinning that could be done by a group of 4-6 guys. And i'm guessing size wouldn't matter.

Think about it....
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 06:33 PM

AK:
I have thought about it a lot. Even six guys assembled around the every other year every four year thing that by some magic only took sows wouldn't make a dent that couldn't be filled by a couple litters next spring. Have seen several three and four cub litters which is an indication of overabundance. You have to travel this area and look at the concentrations then you would understand it. Its like Katmai or McNiel river when they are concentrated on the salmon streams. Every year it is getting worse.
Size does matter when you are paying 22k and the usual target is the big boar who is one of the few population control devices we have.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 06:37 PM

I can see it now our own little Tman get together , Alaskan Style killing bears catching a few fish. I just checked with Pen Air it will cost me $534 to get to Ugashik $302 RT from King Salmon to there, then we will have to have Bob pick us up and skiff us to the base camp smile Oh ya they only fly in there 2 days a week so we need to plan and extended hunt/party!! I can see it now a group photo like you see of some of those moose and caribou camps only our will be of bears hanging from Bob's deck smile
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 06:39 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
F2:
Most of bears taken in this area are near the villages or guide camps. I assume the guides take mostly big boars but I think that just compounds the problem because I've seen them be an excellent birth control device.
I try to take just a bear every four years but that is also compounded by the every other year thing. The bear population is so out of wack I really don't think hunting is the answer. However the every other year every four year restriction in this unit is just plain wrong.

Management priorities for sure. The peninsula arguably used to be the best big moose hunt in AK (world?) back in the day when moose were considered good and bears not so good. What a turnaround. Brown bear are definitely the predominant life-form most places out there now. And if you do find a moose to shoot it's not like Kodiak deer where you can carry out all the meat at once!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 06:52 PM

We can kill all Sows....
which will certainly slow the exponential growth.
Less sows, less cubs, means the boars kill more of the other cubs.

Would at least put a dent in the growth, not nessecarily the over all current population.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 07:32 PM

I would have no problem shooting a decent sow if she was alone. Otterman has just been designated trip planner.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 07:36 PM

I think it would be a heck of a get together and a good time (really, i'm not that wild of a person). Good fun for a week and then we'd be gone. Help you get some work done around the place and relieve some pressure.

Size matters to people paying $22k a hunt. For us, it wouldn't.

Yeah, it probably isn't a "huge" dent in the population, but every little bit counts.

I'lm sure that we could pay for the gas for the ferrying back and forth too.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 07:51 PM

Alaskan has just been designated "persuader" for the trip.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 08:06 PM

Fish you are now the president of the trip since you seem to easily delegate the work load and sit on the sidelines till the fun is to be had laugh
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 08:13 PM

LMAO
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 08:28 PM

Camp expenses would be nil since Bob has room for all of us. Wouldn't need to pack much gear and no food.

Maybe we could auction off a trip for another forum member from Louisiana to film the adventure. That would help reduce over-all costs.
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 08:37 PM

And White is the "Marketing/Advertising" rep. The knowledge and past experience lend themselves nicely!

Wolfwoman - Do you think that grizzly coat will be available for this expedition if needed?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 09:07 PM

There seems to be some confusion here. The gutpile and run crowd are a dime a dozen. Locally they are referred to as skimmers. They come in and skim the fish and game and split. Granted this crowd is more jaded than most but what I'm looking for is a caretaker that will pay me well for the privelige of being one with mother nature.
I'm sure several of you think a quick gang bang of sows would do the trick. BTW they usually don't stand up and raise there legs when you hollar "show me your t***". My challange is to fly just a couple of the small drainages near here after the salmon run next year then tell me a pile of dead sows would make a real difference.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 09:20 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
There seems to be some confusion here. The gutpile and run crowd are a dime a dozen. Locally they are referred to as skimmers. They come in and skim the fish and game and split.


Help is help right? But the next statement means maybe thinning them isn't what you REALLY want...

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
Granted this crowd is more jaded than most but what I'm looking for is a caretaker that will pay me well for the privelige of being one with mother nature.


Hmmm...not gonna go there...

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
I'm sure several of you think a quick gang bang of sows would do the trick. BTW they usually don't stand up and raise there legs when you hollar "show me your t***". My challange is to fly just a couple of the small drainages near here after the salmon run next year then tell me a pile of dead sows would make a real difference.


There is only one way to find out...
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 09:34 PM

No problem, just need more guns. UB's Bears, Bed and Breakfast. Buy a jet boat with a heated cabin (for more delicate visitors) and gun ports and get busy!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 09:44 PM

AK:
I'm for effective help that will provide long term results for the area. You can interpet that any way you like. I'll bow to anyone who has seen the local numbers and can get an emergency opener to deal with it.

OT:
What happened to Whenn Air? Can't believe it. Dillingham or Anchorage to the Gash for <$600? AKN to UGA $302? Must be a PFD deal as they were higher than that this summer.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 09:48 PM

You're getting your own shot at a cost free "emergency opener".

I'm just saying it's kind of weird a person wants the numbers reduced, is propositioned a way to do it, and then doesn't want it.....
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 10:09 PM

Not looking to get anybody's dander up here, but considering the human kind of neighbors, a bunch of terrorist bears are prolly easier to get along with in the long run...
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 10:16 PM

Originally Posted By: drasselt
Not looking to get anybody's dander up here, but considering the human kind of neighbors, a bunch of terrorist bears are prolly easier to get along with in the long run...


Very true. So I'll promise to make it a week hunt only. smile
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 10:22 PM

Nothing out here is cost free including any dillusion about a self induced "ememrgency opener". DLP is one legal route and even that has strings. The only other legal option is a Brown Bear tag available every year for residents of the unit only but you have to enjoy eating brown bear meat and it only applies to federal land which we are not on.
Let me know when you get the details worked out on your cost free emergency opener and I'll slide it out of my "kinda weird" column
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 10:27 PM

Okay:

See above on this post.

Done.
Posted By: Okiekajun

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 10:32 PM

Originally Posted By: white17

Maybe we could auction off a trip for another forum member from Louisiana to film the adventure. That would help reduce over-all costs.


Do I bid here, or are you going to open a new thread??
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 10:40 PM

UB-
We pay our airfare.

We pay for our food, and can bring lodging.

We'd pay for any gas for "showing us the ropes".

Shoot, we could probably bring groceries that you might need (can fit a lot in a charter), and you'd get our left over food/supplies.

Is this a long term solution: nope. But it's a start. Every little bit counts, and this would be you "doing your part".

Now, I realize this is your slice of heaven, and I can understand not wanting a bunch of "internet friends" showing up... But, it is a start to a solution.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 10:44 PM

DR:
Good point about Kodiak. It has always been unusual for a kill site to go more than a day without bears on it around here. I've also been told the most effective bear call now is the moose cow or calf sound.
In its day this was primo moose hunting but it is an impressive indicator when the closest guide to us didn't even hunt moose this year and others had reduced numbers.
This can't be the first unit to have a brown bear population get out of control. Has anything effective been done in the past to deal with it?
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 11:22 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
DR:
I've also been told the most effective bear call now is the moose cow or calf sound.


If that doesn't call for Amy Sue, I don't know what does. laugh

-TJ
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 11:26 PM

AK
Good offer assuming it is within the legal framework. We have all enjoyed playing the save UB from the evil bears thing but I have to brutally honest about your offer in a way I am sure you will understand.
Having seen just a small portion of the population when they are concentrated I'm not sure hunting is the answer because of the sheer numbers of bears. For hunting to be the answer I think it would require so many hunters that mumbers would become expotential. I say a small portion because when you see large numbers of bears from the air in heavily brushed streams there are a lot more than what you see. The next issue is the totally out of wack sow/cub to boar ratio. You will just have to take my word on this as I have seen mostly sows and cubs. Selecting just sows is not an easy thing to do but to an experienced hunter or guide it is doable. Put that piece in the maybe column. Now look at the impact of a half dozen or more people on area like we are blessed to live in. First of all this area is not mine and I do not control acces but I will try to preserve what we have here untill its body bag time. The entire experience out here is about how many people are brought into the area. We have spent most of our life out here and almost all our money trying to maintain the experience out here by limiting the access of our own family and friends. You would have fingers and toes left over if you counted the number of people I have brought in here over the years. I doubt if anyone else within a 100 miles of here could say that. Take that fact and add a questionable long term impact in bear reduction and you get my point. Now lets assume I become convinced that loading the place up with hunters is the answer. Who should I invite? The family members and friends who I know will not abuse the privilege or my internet buddies? Anyone who has hunted/fished here or anywhere else doesn't need and explantion. So in summary let me say I question the impact of even selective hunting and if I change my mind I have a long list of people with head of the line priviliges. I appreciate the offer but hope you understand.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 11:34 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
DR:

This can't be the first unit to have a brown bear population get out of control. Has anything effective been done in the past to deal with it?


Yes but John Graybill is no longer with us.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 11:38 PM

He surely would have known what to do...


I am awaiting some sudden increases in K9 populations in areas in the near future...that had realatively stable or declining numbers....

Global warming is going to have a big effect in population growth I think.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/10 11:59 PM

HR:
I've wondered why the K9's here would do anything but decline. With the caribou all but extinct and moose declining what supports them? Only thing I've seen increase is ptarmingan.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 12:20 AM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
AK
Good offer assuming it is within the legal framework. We have all enjoyed playing the save UB from the evil bears thing but I have to brutally honest about your offer in a way I am sure you will understand. Having seen just a small portion of the population when they are concentrated I'm not sure hunting is the answer because of the sheer numbers of bears. For hunting to be the answer I think it would require so many hunters that mumbers would become expotential. I say a small portion because when you see large numbers of bears from the air in heavily brushed streams there are a lot more than what you see. The next issue is the totally out of wack sow/cub to boar ratio. You will just have to take my word on this as I have seen mostly sows and cubs. Selecting just sows is not an easy thing to do but to an experienced hunter or guide it is doable. Put that piece in the maybe column. Now look at the impact of a half dozen or more people on area like we are blessed to live in. First of all this area is not mine and I do not control acces but I will try to preserve what we have here untill its body bag time. The entire experience out here is about how many people are brought into the area. We have spent most of our life out here and almost all our money trying to maintain the experience out here by limiting the access of our own family and friends. You would have fingers and toes left over if you counted the number of people I have brought in here over the years. I doubt if anyone else within a 100 miles of here could say that. Take that fact and add a questionable long term impact in bear reduction and you get my point. Now lets assume I become convinced that loading the place up with hunters is the answer. Who should I invite? The family members and friends who I know will not abuse the privilege or my internet buddies? Anyone who has hunted/fished here or anywhere else doesn't need and explantion. So in summary let me say I question the impact of even selective hunting and if I change my mind I have a long list of people with head of the line priviliges. I appreciate the offer but hope you understand.


I appreciate your candid response. I am however going to highlight a few segments and respond:

1.) Thank you for being brutally honest in a way I can understand. English is my second language. Or maybe on the internet we missed your sarcasm of "needing the numbers reduced". That can happen on these forums. Apparently you meant you'd like them to magically be reduced, and for someone else to do it.

2.) Hunting is the most viable answer. Seeing as a sow can have 2 cubs (we'll use the small number for arguments sake), well knock 4 or 5 down and the next year there will be 15 less bears. Throw in the sows with cubs and the increased attention on their cubs by boars(since there are 15 fewer bears, and a bigger decrease in numbers occurs). A few years of that, and the numbers slowly get reduced and your moose population comes back. Yes, it's a slow process, but one you'd have a hand in, and that's what it takes: effort from people that want the resource (moose) to be positively effected.

3.) I can understand you wanting to maintain the "status quo" of being there. That is why you live there and continue to choose to do so.

4.) while the impact on long term populations aren't a "for sure", it is a start. Every little bit counts. The pyramids did not get built overnight.

5.) If the line is long, then you shouldn't have an issue of sustaining a long term answer that you're in search of.

And lastly: I'd suggest, like I do most people that complain of their "issues", that they do something about it.

Like you said, you have a long list of people that would love the opportunity and would help your "cause". Use that list, do your part. It may not be the long term answer, but it is a start. You yourself have said you've limited the access of family and friends. Maybe you'll show people the beauty of the place, and they can (as I'd assume most on this site would) respect your rules and the land. You have a choice to make a difference, and I can see you've made your choice...have your beef flown in and hope "somebody else" fixes the problem.

Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 12:58 AM

Well, guess I'm gonna ruffle some feathers here. I totally
understand why Bob is not willing to open his home up to a bunch
of self invited internet aquaintences, and I think you guys have no business harrassing him over it.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 01:12 AM

Originally Posted By: Spek Jones
Well, guess I'm gonna ruffle some feathers here. I totally
understand why Bob is not willing to open his home up to a bunch
of self invited internet aquaintences, and I think you guys have no business harrassing him over it.


No feathers ruffled. I don't blame him either. I do disagree with you though, as I don't consider it harassing him about it. He openly stated he wanted the numbers reduced. And now has openly stated that he could help with that but chooses not to (family and friends, not just "self invited internet aquaintences").

Hard to complain listen to someone complain when they do nothing to help their situation when they can.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 01:13 AM

And I thought it was a done deal. Dang it. Lets all go to fishermans house and help him with that duck and goose problem!
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 01:14 AM

Spek,

No ruffled feathers here. I can fully understand that as well. For all he knows we all could be living at Spring Creek doing our time. Doesn't know any of us from Adam, for sure.

-TJ
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 01:32 AM

anytime AKpaw, anytime. Of course this is the last weekend of the season for this year.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 01:38 AM

Appreicate the response guys. I agree with Bob though that the situation requires a much bigger action than just whacking a few
token bears. It'd be like taking a leak on a forest fire. Maybe
they should designate the area for "predator control" to give
the moose and 'bou a chance to get back on their feet.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 01:41 AM

I have never peed on a forest fire, but I bet Pete has LOL.

All in good fun guys.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 01:43 AM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
anytime AKpaw, anytime. Of course this is the last weekend of the season for this year.


We will be starting up here in a week or so... But you know what I think about eating the locals...

(local ducks Hup)
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 01:48 AM

I don't blame Bob for not wanting to be over run with people. I feel exactly the same way myself and try to keep my area as I would prefer it. I also think a lot of the exchange was just good natured fun although it could be a serious offer.

I know the bears really are out of control in my country because it's so hard to hunt them. Guides don't hunt it because there's no where to land and set up a camp. The wolves exploded first and I think the bears found a buffett and started increasing in numbers from that point on. I do what I can but I'm only one guy. Can't make a big impact like that.

Graybill would have had the solution for sure. He and Pete Owens were responsible for nearly eliminating bears in the upper Holitna drainage, back in the early 70's
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 01:51 AM

Deep Fried Ling cod, fried taters and baked beans,
It's what's for dinner! I love Alaska!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 01:52 AM

Oooooooo sounds great !
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 01:58 AM

now thats a top shelf dinner i havent had ling in years.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 02:48 AM

Yep,
It was as good as it sounds! I think Huppy put away enough for everybody on his last run over here....

I got to pick the menu tonight and do the cooking.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 04:26 AM

Ak:
Perhaps I wan't clear. When I described the situation that you labeled complaining I was looking for constructive input that could be applied to established procedures in hopes of improvement. What I received was an offer from self invited guests that may or may not be of use depending on your goals and perspective. Anyone who has bonds with an area would understand the dangers of inviting a group of unknowns and its potential effects. My response was if and when I decide to assist a group it will be my choice who they are. You alone have made a portion of that decision very easy.
I have written letters to head of fish and game regarding this issue and sent them video's showing calf kills by bears and attended several advisory board meetings as an active participant in the bear issues. I have also persuaded several long time residents of the area to make Game & Fish aware of the problem. If that is your idea of a do nothing complainer so be it.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 06:06 AM

PP,
By hooters, do you mean new Suzuki's???
Priorities man, priorities...

Is it puffin season yet??? I want to whack some puffins and scooters...
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 06:14 AM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
PP,
By hooters, do you mean new Suzuki's???
Priorities man, priorities...

Is it puffin season yet??? I want to whack some puffins and scooters...


She should be saving for a new pair of Zukes! She has her priorities and I want both.. lol! I edited part of that post so the breakfast crowd wouldn't get too disturbed. But what the hey!

I don't think we can take puffins until around April. I would have to check the subsistence regs. But scoters we got! Mostly blacks but quite a few surfs too. I haven't seen many whitewings. Flying tanks is what they are! Go BB or go home!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 06:37 AM

one of each Greg, one of each....lol..

at elast you would be able to use the "zukes everyday YOU want to........

lol..
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 04:50 PM

But what about the weather days? A man has to have something to keep him occupied! I am looking at it as just another recreational investment. lmao.....
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 05:09 PM

UB. I have enjoyed your posts for quite some time, but find this newest "thread" confusing. There is little doubt that effective hunting pressure would reduce bear numbers in your area. If that is indeed your desire, I don't understand your reluctance to assist the situation.
Granted, some may come across as overzealous, but I think most, or all here, are responsible, ethical hunters and trappers. I seriously doubt you would be lacking for respect and admiration of your area.
I won't go into biological probabilities as to how effective a concentrated hunt for sows would be, as it seems pretty obvious. However, if reducing bear #'s is really your priority, it seems to me that opening up you Xanadu for a week to people you communicate with almost daily would be a small price.
You say you have been in talks with ADFG at the highest levels to help the situation, which, to me, indicates that you believe hunting can be part of the solution, and I concur. I also think the BOG thinks along the same lines, (ie. intensive management). However, as can be seen in most predator control areas, hunter participation is a vital component for it to work. If you REALLY want to reduce bear #s in your neck of the woods, it can be done, with a little help from your friends. If not, .......
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 06:15 PM

I'd think a person would want to have some "control" over who comes in and out of "their" area. And with the way it is currently set up, UB would/could. At least establish ground rules and expectations and such.

However, if he gets his way and they open that area up for an "every year" hunt....he'll have EVERYBODY in his backyard going after bears, and no "control" over it.

As the old saying goes, be careful what you ask for...you just might get it...
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 06:32 PM

AV:
Good points but let me hopefully clarify a few things. I have spent some time within the framework trying to deal with this issue and ran up against the BOG as a roadblock because of there apparent unalterable stand on making this a trophy bear area. If the BOG viewd unit 9 as anything other than a trophy area why the restrictive every other year every four year regs without data to back them up?
Even with the numbers at my front door and the ease of take I doubt if more than two or three could be taken in the immediate area before the rest would exit. I have experience with exactly that.
My real delima is assisting the take process in a manner I'm satisfied with. If its not clear by now let me make it very clear there is only one person that makes that selection process and that is me. I have a long line of friends and relatives that have endured years of my over protection and they will be first to be asked during the next legal season. There are people on this forum that I would consider any time if it were not for the fact I have a long line formed years before I received this latest offer. No amount of cyber selection pressure will change that. It was an enjoyable game to play until I felt the pressure. I sincerely hope it is not viewed as anything other than what I tried to make it. I wanted input regarding solutions. It appears to me anyone not invited assumes I will not do anything and that is simply incorrect. I've brought other hunters in here in the past and will do it in the future. Without offending anyone I just want to make it very clear I do not need assistance in that process. You are correct when you say the numbers can be reduced with help from my friends and my friends list has been in place for a long time and includes some very known entity's. If and when that list is exhausted there are some very easy choices on this forum I would not hesitate to contact. The point is there have been people hunting here that were very effective and that will continue but I don't think it unreasonable to select from my list vs a self appointed internet steering committee. If you review this thread I don't think you will find where I solicited on site help. If it came across that way my apologies.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 06:42 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
AV:
Good points but let me hopefully clarify a few things. I have spent some time within the framework trying to deal with this issue and ran up against the BOG as a roadblock because of there apparent unalterable stand on making this a trophy bear area. If the BOG viewd unit 9 as anything other than a trophy area why the restrictive every other year every four year regs without data to back them up?
Even with the numbers at my front door and the ease of take I doubt if more than two or three could be taken in the immediate area before the rest would exit. I have experience with exactly that.


Very good point. I hadn't thought of that, but I'd imagine that would be true (as with most game).


Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
My real delima is assisting the take process in a manner I'm satisfied with. If its not clear by now let me make it very clear there is only one person that makes that selection process and that is me. I have a long line of friends and relatives that have endured years of my over protection and they will be first to be asked during the next legal season. There are people on this forum that I would consider any time if it were not for the fact I have a long line formed years before I received this latest offer. No amount of cyber selection pressure will change that. It was an enjoyable game to play until I felt the pressure. I sincerely hope it is not viewed as anything other than what I tried to make it. I wanted input regarding solutions. It appears to me anyone not invited assumes I will not do anything and that is simply incorrect. I've brought other hunters in here in the past and will do it in the future. Without offending anyone I just want to make it very clear I do not need assistance in that process.


I assure you no offense take. I ABSOLUTELY understand your reasoning and position. And I do apologize for jumping on you w/o the knowledge of your efforts. I didn't mean to attack...okay, maybe a little...but it was with the lack of the current information you have now shared.


Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
You are correct when you say the numbers can be reduced with help from my friends and my friends list has been in place for a long time and includes some very known entity's. If and when that list is exhausted there are some very easy choices on this forum I would not hesitate to contact. The point is there have been people hunting here that were very effective and that will continue but I don't think it unreasonable to select from my list vs a self appointed internet steering committee. If you review this thread I don't think you will find where I solicited on site help. If it came across that way my apologies.


No apologies needed. I just wanted to offer a solution and available entities. I see you have that covered.

I apologize.

Now go get some more cool photos!! laugh
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 06:45 PM


I agree with Alaskan's last statement... Let's see some more of those pictures! smile
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 06:50 PM

The photos are fantastic.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 08:54 PM

Well I'm glad we cleared the air like adults so we can back to acting like children. No reason we can't have a little fun with this. Looks like the great growler siege of 2010 took on a new dimension last night. At least one of the problem children tried to get in our living room window right next to my wifes computer and needless to say she is totally freaked out. From there he went to the back of our place and tried to get in a smaller window. Can't believe I missed that but the high winds and rain didn't help. Since they ate both my bear alarms I went to the neighbors to borrow one for tonight.
The incredible part is he managed to crack open the larger front window without busting the screen. Really concerned about this not just for the obvious but the fact a large broken window this time of year isn't the easiest thing to get here.
The other issue is I've had a small scrawny three year old in the yard that has been doing most of the damage. I also shot a large black bear in the rear with a flare round on our gray water hole. I assumed the window thing was a three year old but the paw prints were 8" on both windows and that would be a very healthy three year old. Only one way I know to insure I get the correct one.
What is more amazing is they have been everywhere the last week but once your ready for a little DLP they are nowhere.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 10:07 PM

UB- if you're having bear problems...I have a solution. LOL smile jk

Man, you'd think those guys don't "sneak" well...then again a lot of people get eaten along trails w/o knowing they are there.

I'm fairly certain if I looked out my window and had a brownie looking in i'd crap myself....yup...fairly certain...
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 10:11 PM

Maybe that monitor exhaust got a little hot on his toes.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/10 11:22 PM

Probably a dumb question, since you are way off the grid, but is it possible to put up an electric fence?
Posted By: Bsj425

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 01:55 AM

Just dig a mote and fill it with gators smile... hmm that would be a good match up stealthy gator vs. big brownie.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 02:04 AM

It has always amazed me how quietly a bear can move. They're like a pop-corn fart.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 02:08 AM

AP:
We are our own grid and I have several electric fences on the way just don't know if they will get here in time. I've used them before and they are effective but the last one got entangled and ruined my fence. Pure economics as the alarms were cheaper but they ate both of them.
Now the request was photos and its photos you got.

This guy was about 150 yards downwind from me getting a really good whiff of my scent.

He was so impressed he walked about 20 feet and laid down and went to sleep for 20 minutes.

Woke up and did a scratchy thingy


Checked me out a couple times during a rain squall

Walked up stream a ways and went back fishing


Think his paw print would measure 8"?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 02:11 AM

Yes I do!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 02:20 AM

Is that the edge of a "mowed" lawn in the first picture??
It appears manicured and green.

and what size would you say that bear was?? 8.5 ft??
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 02:35 AM

HR:
Yes that is the edge of an extremely well manicured lawn. My bride is in the running for yard of the year but the plane full of judges hasn't showed up yet.
My guess doesn't count cause I just went over and measured the track.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 03:13 AM

I would say over 9, but I don't know much.
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 03:25 AM

I know nothing so my guess would be on the edge of really big with few larger. If you have need of a yard stick let me know.

At least he looks happy eating salmon.

If he was the one that visited last night...I think I would consider alternative measures.

I know it would take tooo long for me to send you fence gear....but, if you need any contact me ! posts, wire, chargers, you need it..I can help.
Posted By: Bobby G

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 03:39 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Probably a dumb question, since you are way off the grid, but is it possible to put up an electric fence?


I use a solar charger on the ranch made by Gallagher. Works good on cattle.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 04:17 AM

That first picture is sure fantastic, and the best one I see for
judging size. Can you haze him over around a 55 gal drum for us?
smile. Looks like an old boar, nose almost bald (near as I tell
from the pic). I'm guessing his track at about 9 inches as well.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 04:19 AM

We use the gallagher fencing here too. It's by far the best we've tried. On a short fence I've seen it knock a horse to it's
knees.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 04:28 AM

Bob, is that a steel "T" post in the left side of the first pic?
(Looking for something for comparision. smile )
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 05:35 AM

Bob that one looks like a big old boy I would guess no less than 9 probably 9.5
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 06:25 AM

I couldn't stand the drama so I went up and measured the print and although its not exactly DNA its just a shade over 8" which is a match for the paw prints I measured on the windows from last night.

SJ: Can you give me the particulars on the fences that worked the best for you? I have 220, 110 or 12vdc available here. That is a T fence post in the first photo I just don't know how high it is. After I took the photos a saw a really big black one so the horse model is probably what I need.

OM/F2:
Even before I measured the print my guess was the same as yours. The big black one I saw just before dark was longer and its belly was closer to the ground and the fat just rippled in the spotting scope when he walked.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 03:25 PM

Bob, We buy the fence chargers from a local dealer. They run off a 12 volt battery. We've got five chargers and typically run any where from a mile to two miles of permanent fence at any one time, and usually have two or three smaller temporary fences going. On the permanent fence we use the steel "t" post and hytensile 16 guage wire, on the temps we use fiberglass rods & smaller more flexible wire.
The temp fencing is quick and easy to set up or move.
I've used it around the meat pole on Kodiak. Have had bear pace around the perimeter of the fence but not touch deer hanging 10 feet away. I'll call the dealer here in a bit and PM you more info.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 03:31 PM

SJ:
Thanks for the info. Rather than fence off the entire large area I think I can make mine work by blocking off two entry/exit routes. The last time I used mine I was impressed but the growler left with a good deal of it.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 03:43 PM

One thing you have to have is a good ground. We drive a rod about 4 foot into the ground, but we have a lot of wet silty clay
to ground in. In gravel you would probably need to go deeper.
I doubt the solar panel charger would work to well where you're at, but a car battery will work for a month or more between chargings.
I thought that bear was bigger than that. Looks to me like he would square between 9 1/2 and 10 foot. With the old "add an inch" rule that track measurement would make him about a 9 footer.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 04:08 PM

SJ:
The track measured 8 1/4" and the "old add an inch" rule has been real close a couple times for me. After watching this one most of the afternoon the one I saw later was noticeably bigger.

I use 8' 3/8" solid copper rods driven deep under a overhanging roof line for a good ground. A good ground is the whole ball game.
My bride and I sat up all night waiting for the peeping tom but not a bit of activity. When its quiet like last night you can usually hear them in the river but nothing last night.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 04:15 PM

I have often thought about using a motion detector/car alarm type of set up at the cabin. I wonder if the bear would react to a voice telling it to MOVE AWAY FROM THE VEHICLE. ?

If so, I was considering running it off a solar panel.

I suspect it would work a few times on each bear but when there is no physical consequence they might ignore it after a few encounters.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 04:23 PM

Good. We've got wind and rain here. Been storming for the last week, I figured you were getting hammered there.
I wasn't knocking the "inch" rule, it has worked pretty well for me too. So, 9'3". So if you "flapped" him when skinning you'd
have a good (dishonest) 10 1/2 footer. laugh
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 04:27 PM

What a beast! I can only imagine one even bigger! wow
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 04:30 PM

White, I think you're probably right. They would get accustomed
to it. A solar panel where you're at would probably get enough sun in the summer to keep a battery charged though for an electric fence. May have trouble with grass growing up and shorting it out over the summer.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 04:39 PM

SJ:
Always wondered how many of the 10 footers were "flappers".
W17:
Don't know if I posted this before or not but the $80 motion detector/heat sensor wonder alarms I have worked OK a couple times and like everything but the electric fence and triggermortis they get aclimated. In this case they just bit into them and busted them.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 04:41 PM

I never thought about the grass. That could be an issue alright.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 04:42 PM

To keep the grass down, i recommend having UB's bride show up once a week, it looks like she does amazing work with their lawn.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 04:50 PM

I was thinking of putting a sheep inside the fence. Less air fare that way.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 05:08 PM

F2:
Here is just a small portion of the brides yard of the year project. Converting it from an alder maze to this by hand was not a project for the timid.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 05:12 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
I was thinking of putting a sheep inside the fence. Less air fare that way.


Too easy.....gonna refrain....
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 05:14 PM

Good decision !


Lot's of work there Bob!
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 06:02 PM

Bob, I know "flapping" was a common pratice for some of the guides when I was in the business, probably has only gotten worse since.
We usually have to take a weed eater to the fence row a couple times a year. Not sure about sheep but cows and horses won't get
closse enough to the fence to keep the grass grazed down. On a small temporary fence you could probably do something to keep the grass down, rototill the fence line or maybe burn it out with an overdose of fertilizer.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 06:10 PM

With ken chasing the sheep, it will be as close to the fence as it can get, no worries there.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 06:39 PM

UB I think the yard pic. is more impressive than the bear pic.'s that is alot of work there.Looks nice

White the sheep thing is way to easy....LMAO at Fish222
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 07:06 PM

I don't like the smell of burning wool.
Posted By: Bobby G

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 10:11 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
I never thought about the grass. That could be an issue alright.


Just spray under the fence with Round-up and kill the grass under it.

A real "hot" charger will actually kill the grass it comes in contact with.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/10 11:59 PM

I might have to try the round-up next year. Hard to keep up with
the weed whacking sometimes. The charger will burn some grass
and weeds, but between the red top grass, fireweed, puski,alder
and willows here it will over power the fence in about 30 days
during July and August when things are growing fast.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 12:10 AM

One issue with Roundup is that it has to go on when it is a pretty dry day. If not, it isn't that effective. One thing I used in SE that worked rain or shine, and had a long killing effect for things like salmon berry vines or Sitka rose bush's was a Blackberry vine killer that I got. Stuff killed alders, small trees, willows, and all those hard to kill things, and could go down in a down poor and worked for a long time. I would bet if you mixed it up in a watering can and just laid it down along the fence line that it would keep most everything dead for a while along there.

-TJ
Posted By: garyalaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 12:25 AM

ya they make a brush killer that i used at my office got it at homedepot i don't know the exact ingredients but it kill everything dead...gotta do it when everything start actively growing in spring for best results..... bob aparently the don't sell it anymore but this is the stuff....

Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 12:37 AM

Thanks guy's. I'll be at Home Depot tomorrow in Soldotna so I'll
look for it.
"don't sell it anymore". Figures, must have worked to well.
Posted By: garyalaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 12:52 AM

gas works good as well as used motor oil!!!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 02:51 AM

Bob, What do those alarm/motion detectors do ??
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 04:42 AM

In areas where you have the houses built upon a steel post and wood pad foundation , is it common practice to vent the clothes dryer directly under the house , instead of out the side of the house ?

First time I ever saw it done like that .
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 04:48 AM

I hope bob is hanging in there with the bears, been a while since we have heard from him.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 04:48 AM

WOW !! The house I was looking at in Wasilla that was going for $74,000 recently sold for only $38,000

Certainly is a Buyers Market!!
Posted By: onegunsmith

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 05:07 AM

CB
Im looking at houses in the Valley and if it sold that cheap it has major problems. There was a house that was selling for about 75k that looked nice but was in a flood plain and the house had a wood foundation. The "little stream" had filled the basement more than once. Venting the dryer out the bottom will rot the sheeting underneth the house.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 05:13 AM

W17:
The alarm pictured is both motion and heat sensitive to prevent false pops in our breezes. When triggered they emit a constantly altered series of loud noises and also have a flashing light attachment with them. They work ok for awhile then the growlers get irratated by them and eat them.

F2:
Still hanging in there. The bride and I were up all last night guarding the windows but not a thing showed up. Managed to scavange together an electric fence today so will sleep tight tonight. While I was putting up the fence that boar in the photos walked right through my yard less than 30' from me with the gun setting about 30' feet the other way from me. Walked over and sniffed the sledge I was driving stakes with and kept on going. That guy sure looks a lot bigger at 30'. There was just two of them snorkleing in front of the house at dark so I'm sure the fence will get tested tonight.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 05:31 AM

bob are those your buildings in that photo also?
Posted By: garyalaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 05:37 AM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
WOW !! The house I was looking at in Wasilla that was going for $74,000 recently sold for only $38,000

Certainly is a Buyers Market!!


must be a meth house cause i just refinanced and the value of my house is 30 grand more than i paid for it 3 years ago....sure it wasnt a house in chicago or ny u were looking at.....alaska's market is strongest in us
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 05:44 AM

f2:
No. The first cabin is owned by a group of Dentists from Anchorage who hunt ducks mostly. The other log home belongs to a fellow from Utah who is only here during fishing season.
There is one other set of buidings next to us upstream that used to be a lodge but is now owned by a family from Wyoming. That is seasonal also and it is just my bride and I here till next spring.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 01:49 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
In areas where you have the houses built upon a steel post and wood pad foundation , is it common practice to vent the clothes dryer directly under the house , instead of out the side of the house ?

First time I ever saw it done like that .


If you mean into a crawl space, the answer is no. It will cause rot because of the humidity. If it's open then yes. It prevents cold air from coming in the vent.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 02:31 PM

Originally Posted By: garyalaska
Originally Posted By: canvasback
WOW !! The house I was looking at in Wasilla that was going for $74,000 recently sold for only $38,000

Certainly is a Buyers Market!!


must be a meth house cause i just refinanced and the value of my house is 30 grand more than i paid for it 3 years ago....sure it wasnt a house in chicago or ny u were looking at.....alaska's market is strongest in us


After reading the property condition report and looking at all the interior pictures, it was worth about what it sold for . I think the value was in the land. 3.29 Acres on a Lake in Wasilla.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 06:09 PM

Update on the Great Growler War of 2010.
After I got my cobbled electric fence up wasn't sure if it worked or not. After fishing for a while early this morning the larger bear I had photographed several times was feeding out behind on berries and came near our yard but took a wide berth around the fence. About ten minutes later his smaller snorkeing bud showed up. As you can see in the photos we walked towards the fence then parraleled it for a while then got energized. The time between the 2nd and 3rd photo was incredibly quick and I would of liked to of captured the exact monment he was lit up. It didn't smack him as hard as I expected so better check the fence.
Posted By: Darwin

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 06:27 PM

UgashikBob,
To think that I get upset when my neighbors cats crap in our garden!! crazy

I know you wrote that this one is smaller, how small/big would you say this one is?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 06:31 PM

I'm no bear expert but would guess 7 1/2 to maybe 8'
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 07:09 PM

Well I have to say...at least it is working, perhaps not up to your standard but none the less working.

I think you need a motion sensored vidio camera to share with the rest of us. You get all the fun of watching your neighbors getting poked and lit.

BTW...nice looking pictures. Hey...there is a dead moose in your wifes garden.

How did you do fishing ?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/10 07:39 PM

OC:
We always bury the moose like that in the permafrost with the horns exposed so we can locate them during the winter for food. Saves on power for the freezer.
Fishing for salmon at least has been over for weeks its just the snorkleing growlers that are bottom feeding.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/10 01:10 AM

UB thank you for sharing the pictures and bear adventures in your back yard.

Just showed them to my wife who is always worried a bear ( black or Griz) "may" show up at the trap camp. She is paranoid about bears. After these pictures and your posts I think she realizes that a "show up" at our camp is a lot more rare than she thinks being that there is no salmon to attract them. Also we are very careful about garbage or anything that may attract bears.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/10 03:14 AM

TR:
Good point about the clean camp. We work very hard at that including burning trash with diesel which seems to help. When they tried getting in the living room window the other night we wondered because we had nothing inside other than cookiong odors that must of done it. Had to be some reason they went for the house versus the other buildings. Our problem is we are right in the travel path from the fish in the river to the berries out behind. One plus is the growlers showed us a couple berry patches we overlooked.
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/10 02:19 PM

TR:
By the time you are trapping are not the bears plugging themself up for a winter nap ?

Bob:
I wondered what you did with your trash. Glad you found some more berrr patches...how many time have you bumped into a bear while picking ? BTW..how do you heat all winter ?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/10 03:17 PM

OC:
Never had an encounter while picking berries. We heat with #1 Diesel. If we had an alternative to that I wouldn have to deal with it. There is one thing I like about handling diesel-nothing.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/10 03:33 PM

Originally Posted By: On a Call
TR:
By the time you are trapping are not the bears plugging themself up for a winter nap ?


WE do a quite a bit of work on our trapping area during October. The black bears are usually gone to bed by first week in November but the Griz seem to stay awake even into December.
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/10 09:02 PM

Ah ok, I thought they would be quiet by that time of year and not so bothersome. Have you ever had any encounters with in your traps ?
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/10 09:13 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
OC:
We always bury the moose like that in the permafrost with the horns exposed so we can locate them during the winter for food. Saves on power for the freezer.
Fishing for salmon at least has been over for weeks its just the snorkleing growlers that are bottom feeding.



Ahhhh ok, here I thought a full freezer ran more effeciently. What do the bear do pick up dead fish and chow on them ?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/10 11:54 PM

OC:
Typically the bears pick up all the old salmon along the shore or in shallow water but this year they are out in the middle snorkleing for them.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 12:26 AM

So far down here on our trapping area there have been no encounters. Having said that, one day I expect to see some smashed up marten boxes.

When I trapped SW of Prince George I had several trap sets that were destroyed by Mr Griz.

Although I leave my boxes out I always make sure the bait is removed end of season. Also I never scent in the boxes, only use a dry stick close to the set.
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 02:22 AM

Sound like you use good trapping measures. I for one would love to be able to trap in an area like you have. Beaver, rats, fox, and coyotee are about the limits for what I target. We are only allowd one cat in the area I trap.

Well I am glad your wife does not have to worry too much about ol Mr. Griz. Mine I think would have other ideas and stay home. That or insist on a bear proof tent.
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 02:23 AM

Bob

Where there fewer fish in the river this year ?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 03:23 AM

I've seen grizzlies still out at 30 below. Caught a few in wolf snares. They don't stick around long depending on how the snare is tied off.
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 04:01 AM

That amazes me -30 and still out trying to forage ?? I would think your wolf snares are tied off fairly well or on a good drag. What happens ? Ooops I would guess your snare is not on a drag.

So White how many times have you come up on a set with a griz smiling at ya.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 04:18 AM

On A Call I loose at leasty one beaver a year in the fall to Brown Bears kinda errie walking up to a set and realizing you are walking at a bears dinner table and the gun is in the skiff. Gets me back after it pretty quick thats for sure. One of these days I am going to catch one in the act and the tag in my pocket will be filled and beaver trapping will end for the day.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 04:31 AM

I, too, have had bears of both variaties decide to follow my line. Not a comforting thing, actually. The most memorable was a brownie that had a nasty habit of waiting for me, in mid-December, in a rasberry thicket that was about 100X200 yards across, next to a small stream full of riffles. Couldn't hear much that winter, as it was a freeze-thaw kind of winter, so water always moving either above the ice, or no ice. Real nerve-wracking. After a couple weeks of this, it finally took a marten from a pot set, trap and all. Left me with a glob of red snow and tracks. That was enough for me. Let it have that small part of the woods.
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 04:31 AM

Wow...what a story. I will never have to worry about that one...well maybe a black bear. I have never lost a beaver to anything yet...but there may be a first time.

To be in your shoes I would be carrying my rifle with me not leaving it in the skiff ha ha...well not ha ha.

I know I would feel like...where is he/she.

You guys are well...for a lack of better words, true trappers.
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 04:34 AM

Aww come on Viking...go confort him and kick him off his turf.

At least that red snow was not from YOU !

Exciting huh.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 05:39 AM

trapping of the road once in the dark I walked in on a fox set about 400 yrds had fresh brownie tracks all around. Had a fox in it when I went to dispatch it it started barking now that time I was a tad nervous as I had no gun at all.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 07:11 AM

This pic was taken Jan 1st '09. Had a good late run of salmon and the bears worked them on through Dec. I followed this track and he headed up on the mountain to den up. Didn't see him but pretty sure he was iced up bad, you can see in the pic he was swinging that left rear leg out to the side like he was having trouble bending the joints. Could have been from an old wound but most likely ice build-up from working the creeks at 20 below.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 12:36 PM

OC:
The salmon runs were OK this year.

OM:
Our early beaver season makes me nervous also. I never make anything but underwater entrance sets unless its way back in the swamp. Usually have at least one wolverine barrel set get him even in November. Tie them down good and they stillt get drug off. Wish I could power out of a 330 as easy as they do.

Took a tour of the watershed yesterday doing water samples:
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 01:28 PM

That is how I make my beaver sets..easy and not exposed.

Bob; how do you make your wolverine sets and when do you start targeting them ?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 01:32 PM

OC: I have had one still waiting for me. It was one that had been following me for three days. I was trapping on foot in early November and each day his tracks were in my trail following me. So on the third day I circled around and sat on a side hill watching my back trail. He never showed. I started back to the cabin and came to a small crick. There he was in a snare on the other side. He looked at me and lunged towards me. ( I could hear Alaskan scream like a girl). He up rooted the tree the snare was tied to and hit the middle of the crick on the run. Happened so fast I never had a chance to shoot.
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 03:11 PM

Sorry, I am rolling here laughing thinking of Alaskan screeming...ha ha. But then if I was in your boots I think I would be too. So he was on a run down the creek with a tree following him.

Maybe the photo that Spec shared is that same bear ??


Who was it that showed a picture of yearing griz caught in a like a number 4 dls ? I am thinking it was Alaskan or TJ ? It was held by a toe or two.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 03:50 PM

OC:
I use the Alaska State Flower (55 gallon drum). Cut a square the size of a 330 and mount it on the front. I put flagging tape on the top of the 330 so I can see when if when it fires from the house with a spotting scope. Start when the season opens in November but its usually better in Jan/Feb.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 04:02 PM

It was I, but this isn't me. I think it's our member trapped4ever, here in S.E.



Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/10 06:11 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
OC: blah blah blah blah ( I could hear Alaskan scream like a girl). He up rooted the tree the snare was tied to and hit the middle of the crick on the run. Happened so fast I never had a chance to shoot.


You guys have it all wrong. In that situation I would have been dead silent and just crapped myself...


Two years ago, for the entire month of November and half of December we had a BIG ol grizz following our wolverine line. It didn't enter but circled each set a few times. Then finally it managed to rip down a bucket, but thankfully left us our trap. Sure were some big tracks....
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/10 12:19 AM

Again...better you guys than I !

I am not sure what kinda gun I would want with me on a trap line like yours a 12 gauge with 0 buck and slugs or a rifle...

Better yet,,,,Alaskan I can just send you in first with White !
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 06:10 AM

Just about the time we didn't think we might not get enough bait, Cav Scout and I put in a 12 house beaver line on Saturday. We checked on Sunday and had 7 out of 18 traps. We checked/pulled today and had 6 more.

AKbeav snuck out and did some too. He pulled 20 out of 18 houses in the same number of days.

We are good on bait, castor, and early beavers now. smile Our broken swager is back and now it's time to make up some snares. The season will be here before we know it.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 04:36 PM

Ughhh....snow.....

Plan for this upcoming hunt was to have COLD for ease of travel and a nice warm AO stove for the nights.

snow...expected temps in the high 30s, and some rain....

Trail is going to be crap....
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 04:47 PM

Sounds like fun! Snow and rain mix doesn't sound enjoyable, but hey, you will be hunting! I am sure Hup and okie will keep you occupied! smile
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 04:52 PM

What are you guys going to be hunting?
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 05:17 PM

The plan was for cold so teh trail would be hard so the traveling easy...that's out.

K- Going for EVERYTHING. Bears, moose, musk ox and caribou. Okie can only get caribou, but we needed a camp cook and massage therapist, so we invited him.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 05:23 PM

How much fun would it be if it was easy???

Jeeze, if you wanted an easy hunt, we should have gone and shot some stupid antelope or whitetails from a truck, like them folk on the other forum do...
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 05:29 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
How much fun would it be if it was easy???



Lots. And a lot less headache. Just the way I like it.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 05:37 PM

I thought you told me HUP was the massage therapist and anything else you wanted him to be??? Are you bringing that get-up you wore at the trappers fling???
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 05:42 PM

A bull caribou will be darn near inedible this time of year in case you guys didn't know.

Hup likes a challenge other than living in his concrete jungle.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 05:43 PM

Originally Posted By: northway
I thought you told me HUP was the massage therapist and anything else you wanted him to be??? Are you bringing that get-up you wore at the trappers fling???


He can't abuse the guy who can actually hit stuff he aims at.....

although he did just sight in his gun and 1 out of 3 rounds on a paper plate at 100 yds is close enough...
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 05:44 PM

Originally Posted By: Kusko

Hup likes a challenge other than living in his concrete jungle.


First time I was handicapped with a 4 wheeler with 2 wheel drive....
second time, he broke my gun.....

i wonder what is in store this time...

I wonder how good a urine drinking swamp donkey is gonna taste as well..
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 05:45 PM

NW- got a new "wardrobe" for this goat rope..... laugh

K- Everything is edible... Mix seasoning and go. Not to mention we can get cows also. This time is NOT "good eating" time for any of the game.... This hunt is all about the biggest and baddest! smile
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 06:12 PM

Originally Posted By: Alaskan
This hunt is all about the biggest and baddest! smile


That is all good, as long at it doesn't apply to creek crossings, mud holes, N heads, snow storms and injuries......

I am awfully excited for the biggest and baddest Grayling... provided the creek isn't froze...
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 06:22 PM

Sounds like a blast! Take lot's of pictures (and post the clean ones)!

Good Luck!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 06:33 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Sounds like a blast!

If you ever hunted with Alaskan, it would sound like a
Blast, Blast, Blast, Blast..... DAM IT.....
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 06:35 PM

I've seen dogs not touch a seasoned, cooked caribou bull from Oct......

The urine's in the muscle tissue. Their filters can only take so much so it has to go somewhere.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 06:36 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Sounds like a blast!

If you ever hunted with Alaskan, it would sound like a
Blast, Blast, Blast, Blast..... DAM IT.....


I have, but you need a small silent period while he reloads, followed by four more blasts, and then the DAM IT! We want to keep things accurate..... smile

-TJ
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 06:53 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
We want to keep things accurate..... smile

-TJ

Really???
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 06:57 PM

Yeah, sounds like some fine tasting meat!! I guess anything that will be killed won't be by Alaskan with the sounds of his shooting!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 06:59 PM

Originally Posted By: Kusko

The urine's in the muscle tissue. Their filters can only take so much so it has to go somewhere.


Do you have a scientific or research paper you got this from?? i would like to read it...

It seems to me, that there would not be "urine" per say in the meat, as uric acid is toxic....hence dialysis and kidney transplants, or in minor cases Gout....

Perhaps, them drinking the urine, puts a burden on the filtration and the uric levels build up, also the possibility of dehydration and malnutrition due to rutting...

Intersting topic for sure.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 07:41 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Originally Posted By: Hupurest
If you ever hunted with Alaskan, it would sound like a
Blast, Blast, Blast, Blast..... DAM IT.....


I have, but you need a small silent period while he reloads, followed by four more blasts, and then the DAM IT! We want to keep things accurate..... smile

-TJ


He also yells "KENTUCKY WINDAGE" , sort of as a disclaimer, or justification of flinging lead..
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 07:55 PM

Hup, I usually don't post something that I can't back up.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 07:57 PM

Maybe Perrydog can chime in.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 08:04 PM

I thought it was the hormones in the bloodstream, not urine in the meat...I'm interested in hearing more about it..
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 08:08 PM

Like Kusko said, if you shoot a bull caribou in the rut, it will be inedible. I don't care how much you "spice" it up. I've fried up backstrap from one and the dog wouldn't even touch it. Fact is nothing will touch it. It is inedible.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 08:21 PM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
Hup, I usually don't post something that I can't back up.


Not saying that, or accusing.... Just asking for a source if you had one...as the reasons for "bad" taste are many.....
and I haven't been able to find a definitive answer either way in my little research....

I was given some caribou by a guy, and fried it up and spit it out. figured it was a "fluke" or I over cooked it.... made some more, same result....
i don't know if it was poor meat care ( which i doubt considering the source) or it was a ruitting bull....
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 08:56 PM

Shoot a cow or a bull that is feeding again and you should be okay. Not sure how Alaskan's "taco's" taste, but I wouldn't want to eat them!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/10 11:28 PM

Bulls drink cow urine during the rut. Taste tells them when the cow is ready to breed. Not sure why they don't do it the old fashion way (smell check). Hence the nasty bou.
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/10 02:35 AM

I'm really glad I had dinner b4 I checked in on T'man tonight ;o))

Have a great time on your hunt boys ;o)

White has seen LOTSA antelope....No reports yet though. And I'm pretty sure they got outta the truck. LOL

Hup, I hope you find the Grayling.......

When do you all head out?
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/10 05:25 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Bulls drink cow urine during the rut. Taste tells them when the cow is ready to breed. Not sure why they don't do it the old fashion way (smell check). Hence the nasty bou.


I think the French still do that......


OB, he wanted me to make sure you had the wood chopped and piled...

We leave tomorrow morn.
It is going to be odd when we all show up in Las Vegas with the hunting gear.... But our wives wouldn't buy it otherwise...
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/10 12:54 PM

I'm splitting it and burning it as fast as I am able......;o)

Happy hunting and fishing.....
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/10 03:27 PM

What is the deal on the new Mobile Homes in Alaska? Are they insulated better than the Mobile Homes that are in the Lower 48 ?
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/10 03:58 PM

With the wind storms we've had here the last couple of weeks, most of them were HIGHLY mobile, and are now resting in the channel.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/10 05:37 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
What is the deal on the new Mobile Homes in Alaska? Are they insulated better than the Mobile Homes that are in the Lower 48 ?


You wouldn't believe what passes for a mobile home here... lol! Now a new one might be a little thicker, but the majority that are here on the Island are just like the ones anywhere else, only crappier.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/10 08:25 PM

The brand new Double wides look fairly well built.

Floors R-40, Walls R-21
Ceiling R-33
2x6 Exterior Walls
2x8 Secured Floor Joists
Low E 100% Vinyl Windows
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/10 08:30 PM

We have double wides here on < 2 acres going for > $300k! Not knocking them, I owned one in NC and it was pretty nice, but $300k?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/10 08:36 PM

300 THOUSAND DOLLARS ??????????????????????????????
It would be cheaper to buy one in the Lower 48 and truck it up to Alaska!
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/15/10 02:38 AM

Hey I would build you one and ship it for less...and...nicer
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/16/10 07:49 PM

I held a trappers workshop in Emonnak yesterday..attendance was very low,..but one of the first to arive was a young man by the name of Brian Lathum..one of the nicest guys I ever met..
..I was hoping to sit down and let him take over smile
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/16/10 09:08 PM

Brian is a good guy, everyone can learn a thing or two from him for sure.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/16/10 10:27 PM

I would like to see him hold a wolf trapping workshop here. How young was Brian? The one I know has kids in their early twenties. I wonder if it was his son??
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/10 12:14 AM

Might be his Son,...I would guess he was in his 40s
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/10 12:52 AM

Brian is quite a trapper! He was the ATA Trapper of the Year just a few years ago. Heck of a nice guy too.

Pete
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/10 08:03 AM

No, that's the man himself! Yup, he was the ATA TOY just a few years ago. Super nice guy that's full of info.
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/10 03:28 PM

Interested in the Manufactured Home {mobile} statements above since I have a community with 206 spaces.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/10 03:37 PM

For all the former New Yorkers in AK :


"new defibrillators in the town clerk’s office were put to good use recently when a taxpayer had chest pains and was taken by ambulance to the hospital."

Yes, Property Taxes in NY have gotten so high that people have gotten chest pains when paying their taxes !!!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/10 05:39 PM

Originally Posted By: DECOY
Interested in the Manufactured Home {mobile} statements above since I have a community with 206 spaces.


The vast majority of the mobiles we have here on Kodiak are old old. The funny thing is that many sit on some of the best real estate in town. Ocean views, bluff lots etc. The high doller ones I spoke of are high priced due to location.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/10 06:27 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Originally Posted By: DECOY
Interested in the Manufactured Home {mobile} statements above since I have a community with 206 spaces.


The vast majority of the mobiles we have here on Kodiak are old old. The funny thing is that many sit on some of the best real estate in town. Ocean views, bluff lots etc. The high doller ones I spoke of are high priced due to location.


I don't know how it would work in Kodiak, but around here, when the Mobile Homes (or, Manufactured Homes, depending on what the salesman wants to call them smile ), get to be a certain age, the parks often will buy the homes at market value from the owners and then bring in brand new Double Wides . It is a good marketing tool for the Mobile Home Parks
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/20/10 03:50 AM

Any news from the mighty hunters?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/23/10 02:48 PM

How much does it cost to get a drivers license in AK and how much are the vehicle registration fees ?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/23/10 07:01 PM

$20 for the basic drivers license. Vehicle registration fees depend on where you live. $100.00 for passenger vehicles is the base...

http://doa.alaska.gov/dmv/research/fees2004.htm

Anchorage and probably other cities have additional fees that jack the price up somewhat.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/23/10 07:53 PM

My CDL is $100 frown
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/26/10 07:33 PM

Anyone heard of Kings of the North Taxidermy?
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/26/10 07:35 PM

Just saw that sign yesterday driving by it. It is on International, in the building and spot something else used to be, might have been hunter fisher???

Not sure though, never heard of them before that.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/26/10 07:37 PM

Thanks, just wanted to make sure they were a real place. He is apparently opening a new shop and wants me to make hats for him! YaY!! Finally a break for me... I needed some orders!
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/26/10 07:54 PM

WooT! Just talked to him, he's a REAL person with REAL orders!! YAYAYAYYAYAYAYY!!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 01:38 AM

Hunter Fisher was on Arctic...
Interested in a quality report if anyone stops in.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 01:42 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
My CDL is $100 frown


Are you coming in for that?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 02:54 AM

No...I just renued it when I was in Anchorage a couple weeks ago....had to pick up my new trappin partner..I met on CL laugh
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 05:25 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Hunter Fisher was on Arctic...
Interested in a quality report if anyone stops in.


Yes he said he was on Arctic/International.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 05:13 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
had to pick up my new trappin partner..I met on CL laugh


I thought CL stopped THOSE postings...lol
Posted By: Yellow Moon

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 05:25 PM

Originally Posted By: Pittu
I thought CL stopped THOSE postings...


He got grandfathered in... grin
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 05:29 PM

I'm lost.....
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 05:53 PM

CL=Craigs list...after the hooker murder stuff down south and an outcry from law enforcement, etc. CL stopped the "personals" and "massage" type section of their website....
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 06:16 PM

They let me slide...here she is before I kill her smile

001 by yukonjeff, on Flickr
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 06:54 PM

LMAO...YJ!!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 07:08 PM

Originally Posted By: Wolfwoman
Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Hunter Fisher was on Arctic...
Interested in a quality report if anyone stops in.


Yes he said he was on Arctic/International.


that is the same spot...
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 08:41 PM

Umm, isn't that where Tundra is also located?

-TJ
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 09:02 PM

that was the place that tundra bought out....

It says they have a 'division' on Peartree loop in Fbks....

I know the original shop was in big lake..

heck, they are prob world wide.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 09:22 PM

I thought in days of yesteryear Hunter Fisher was on International before he moved around the corner to the location on Arctic
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/10 10:27 PM

All I know is Hunter Fisher burned a lot of people in the early 90's! Sent me the wrong bear hide/rug TWICE. I had to fly over to ANC to identify mine out of the line up. He was at the corner of Arctic and Intl then.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/28/10 01:12 AM

All I know is this guy called me and wanted hats... and I need the work, so it's all good for me. He said this was a new shop, opened in October.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/28/10 02:28 AM

Just make sure he can pay you for your work.

-TJ
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/28/10 02:33 AM

Well he won't get his furs back til he pays. He's sending me his furs... so it's a win-win all around.
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/30/10 12:29 AM

what style mb750 would you guys recomend for lynx geting ready to put in another order and not sure what style to go with.
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/10 04:50 PM

Originally Posted By: Wolfwoman
Well he won't get his furs back til he pays. He's sending me his furs... so it's a win-win all around.


WW, do you get to determine what style you make? Sounds like a busy winter!

How goes the move?
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/10 09:31 PM

Originally Posted By: Ol' Blister
Originally Posted By: Wolfwoman
Well he won't get his furs back til he pays. He's sending me his furs... so it's a win-win all around.


WW, do you get to determine what style you make? Sounds like a busy winter!

How goes the move?


Nope, customers tell me what they want, but some of the more extensive ones cost more.

Just trying to sell stuff right now on eBay and get a few things moved up there... nothing major as of yet smile

There's a SILVER FOX living here!! I am SOOOO gonna get him!! He was up in the dog yard no more that 6 feet from Isis!! There's a nice little stand of trees where I see his tracks around... there's gonna be a snare there tomorrow!!
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/10 10:43 PM

Originally Posted By: Wolfwoman
[There's a nice little stand of trees where I see his tracks around... there's gonna be a snare there tomorrow!!

grin
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/01/10 12:56 AM

shouldn't you wait till the 10th???

now, if there was a .22 waiting for him, that would be a diff story.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/01/10 04:19 AM

Yea I told hubby to look up the dates for me... but we can't as the dang .pdf files won't open here. Is it the 10th for Unit 14?
Posted By: HFT AK

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/01/10 05:01 AM

Yes it is.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/01/10 05:57 AM

Thank you, I still can't get in! frown
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/01/10 03:27 PM

How's the weather up there ? It's 1 degree colder here than in ANC !! grin
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/01/10 03:55 PM

-5 at work last night
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/01/10 05:52 PM

It warmed up here, it's 30° this morning!!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/10 03:31 AM

It is curently 23 warm degrees here !!

We are colder than Anchorage, AK and Lake Placid, NY !!!

Time to break out the 50 year old Italian Wool Blankets !!!
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/10 06:15 AM

Oh hush, that's NORMAL for NY.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/10 02:34 AM

Snow Snakes smile
Posted By: cat catcher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/10 02:40 AM

that is a cool picture what are they an eel? can you eat them ?
How do you catch them?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/10 03:22 AM

Yes ..Lamprey eel...we do eat them...and catch them with these sticks with nails on the edges..and rake them out through the hole in the ice.

011 by yukonjeff, on Flickr
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/10 03:26 AM

Wow, the Yukon is iced over? The Kuskokwim is still flowing like it was early October!

We had about half the river covered in ice pans yesterday. I haven't taken a look today.
Posted By: cat catcher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/10 03:42 AM

that is the neatest thing i have seen do you have a picture of the board close up?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/10 03:56 AM

Yes OB..it stopped flowing yesterday..but still alot of open water ..

and I can see if I can get a picture of my stick sometime.

011 by yukonjeff, on Flickr
Posted By: Sockeye Salm

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/10 11:36 AM

Wolfwoman

Are you still accepting skulls to be cleaned? I've still got a couple in the freezer from last year I need done.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/10 05:15 PM

Nothing but rain, rain, rain here, oh, and wind. If it was snow, I'd be shoveling the roof by now.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/10 06:20 PM

SS Got your email and will respond shortly!
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/10 04:24 PM

Sometimes a guy shouldn't get in such a hurry.

Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/10 04:29 PM

NICE! That's a good looking yard sale!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/10 04:45 PM

Takotna, glad to see I'm not the only one to leave everything behind in such a manner smile
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/10 04:47 PM

Nice Takotna, I guess a suspension comes in handy sometimes! LOL

Oh looking at it again, looks like maybe you were towing a sled...


Are those marten in coni's? They look really pale.

Also, looks like you found a good way to keep the big longsprings compressed, cool idea.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/10 05:16 PM

No sled Pittu, just human error unhooking something and not hooking it back up, no marten connis for me.
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/10 05:19 PM

LOL! That's why I always lead and my trapping partner follows behind, he's forever picking up the crap flying out of my sled!
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/05/10 05:41 AM

Originally Posted By: scotty144
what style mb750 would you guys recomend for lynx geting ready to put in another order and not sure what style to go with.


I'd go with the wolfers, that way they can be used for the big dogs if the situation arises...
Posted By: cat catcher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/05/10 11:08 AM

thanks for hter pic yukonjeff, that is pretty neat.
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/05/10 02:50 PM

right on thanks stt.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/05/10 05:51 PM

Finally got our first snow fall down to sea level. Season opener in a few days, can't wait!
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/10 03:46 PM

Anyone remember the measurements for aging marten?
Posted By: Cazador

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/10 03:58 PM

Here ya go, T.

http://www.trapperman.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/1241048/1.html
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/10 04:08 PM

thanks cazador!
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/10 04:52 PM

Originally Posted By: TrappinAlaska
LOL! That's why I always lead and my trapping partner follows behind, he's forever picking up the crap flying out of my sled!


I cant believe your admitting that but last year when I went out and I helped you clean up your guys' line, I did add a few traps and some lure to my own gear, lol
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/10 03:31 AM

What is the real deal when it comes to driving to Alaska from the Lower 48 and having to go through Canada ? Does one need a passport ? The rules are changing all the time. What are the current and proposed regulations ?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/10 03:36 AM

You need a PP to re-enter the states
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/10 11:34 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
You need a PP to re-enter the states


Thanks!

I have read the articles on shipping firearms to Alaska, but what about ammo ? What's the best way to transport that ? 4000 rounds of Centerfire, rimfire and shotgun ammo is a lot to ship.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/10 04:28 PM

UPS ground.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/10 10:25 PM

Getting kinda hammered here with snow the last couple days, got
about 18 inches of wet snow and still coming down. Usually don't get this much until mid december. Satellite signal has been down for two days, just got back on line. Had breakfast with pwfeenstra (very nice guy), when I left town he was headed for the airport. Weather lifted enough for takeing off, but looked marginal across the inlet. Hope he found a hole through it.
It's socked back in here now.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/09/10 12:15 AM

Wow!! Isn't it a bit early for the Kuskokwim River to be frozen over ? Looks like a Foot of snow on the River.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/09/10 01:34 AM

No in fact it's quite late for freeze up.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/09/10 01:43 AM

White when do you head out? Dec.?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/09/10 02:08 AM

Depends on when I can land on the river. Not looking good as warm as it's been.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/10 05:26 PM

Time to rise and shine !! The sun is up. !!! Daylight's a wasten!!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/10 06:04 PM

Still dark here. I hate daylight saviings time. I wish AK would get rid of it, there is no need up here.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/10 06:14 PM

I'm with you kusko!!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/10 06:23 PM

Still waiting on the sunrise here..have a beaver set out (snares)..and a Talluyuk...just killing time till the Cats prime up smile
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/10 06:28 PM

I'm with you Jeff. I have a half dozen 120's out, a few 330's and a few Talluyuk's out. I'm trying to pick up a few mink, beaver and otter while the fox and cats prime up.

One question on the talluyuk. On the one funnel version, the hole goes on the upstream side right? Is this true for blackfish too?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/10 06:35 PM

I have a few more to set yet,prefer across the river,and they are just crossing now..so will set them soon.

you can catch in either direction...but if you face it upstream ,its likly to plug with weeds and stuff I have mine on the down stream side..they tend to hunt upstream, it seams to me.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/10 06:54 PM

Cool, thank you.

The little creeks are still open here, the lakes have about 6-8 inches of ice on them.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/10 07:25 PM

is the tallyuk a trap for the blackfish or for the mink and otter??

Is it basically a funnel trap???

Jeff, do you have nay pictures?
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/10 08:00 PM

It could be for both. Yes, it's just a funnel trap. Most people out here make them with only one end open.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/10 08:13 PM

No snow so opening day 2 days ago I set walking lines. It was calling for scattered snow showers. Well we flat got pounded 8 inches and still coming down gonna have fun walking in and taking care of those sets I got out frown I wouldn't have set if they had told me it was going to storm. Stupid weather service!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/10 08:57 PM

Here is one I just made last week...the blackfish ones use smaller mesh screen

009 by yukonjeff, on Flickr
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/10 10:38 PM

Just FYI daylight savings ended last weekend. Come on join the 21st century.
Posted By: Moses

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/10 10:46 PM

used to help dad make some of those and taluuyaqs when i was lil'... miss them days.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/14/10 05:12 AM



Cazador helped me and showed me how to set traps and snares today! Gonna get that silver!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 04:16 AM

Anyone watch that show tonight about the Wolverine ? It was on PBS. I guess it was also on the Nature Channel. Interesting how the guy was able to raise those 2 young Wolverines.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 05:04 AM

Was that the guy in Haines?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 06:19 AM

Love them purty crosses um humm...

Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 01:42 PM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
Was that the guy in Haines?


Not sure. I will watch it again tonight. Funny thing was, if you watched the last minute or 2 of the video, I think it ran about 50 minutes, right around minutes 48 or 49, there was a group of people hiking up in the mountains searching for Wolverine. One of those people looked exactly like white17 !

Naw, couldn't have been him. laugh
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 03:23 PM

That's right. It couldn't have been him. He would never be with a group of hikers.

Great looking cross PP.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 04:26 PM

Look what I found 50 miles out on my line, a beutifull warm cabin, they couldn't of picked a better spot for setting line out, the river was open here but now get to spend the night instead of bouncing my but back home in the same day



Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 05:04 PM

Is that the new Iditarod trail cabin ?
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 05:16 PM

Yup! They put one at Tolstoi in the Beavers also.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 05:35 PM

That's pretty handy ! I know that material sat here for a couple of years after they bought it. Glad they finally put it to use
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 05:42 PM

What a deal!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 09:14 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Great looking cross PP.


Thanks Sir!

Sold today on taxidermy.net for $125 (incl. shipping)!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 09:37 PM

That's a good lick !
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 09:52 PM

Also, forgot that one of the folks that called me about the cross said he was looking for a jumbo (alaskan) mink (whole). If you want his contact info PM me and I'll hook you up.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 11:24 PM

Gotta love them Polaris 550 RMKs engine #2 in as many years blew up today. Sure am glad I was by the road and got a quick ride home I went out with the Skidoo and towed it home to the bone pile
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/10 11:57 PM

Yeah, those 550's have issues for sure! What is really weird is I haven't heard much issues with the ones prior to 04. All issues are after that.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 12:02 AM

That's gotta be some sort of record Todd.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 12:57 AM

Shoot no Ken I know a couple others who rebuilt them twice in one year! They just don't hold up. This was on a rebuild and it doesn't seem to matter who rebuilds them they just don't hold before or after
Northway I think your right I have a buddy with an older model and it just keeps on going.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 01:00 AM

Old stuff is always better.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 04:00 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
Old stuff is always better.


Of course you are going to say that, you don't want barb going "anti-geriatric" on you now do you.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 04:15 AM

Depends.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 04:56 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
Depends.


Not just for indecision anymore, but also for incontinence.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 04:59 AM

That's what I hear.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 05:06 AM

not really one of the 5 senses that I was thinking of.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 05:13 AM

"Incontinence"...does that have something to do with geology and plate tectonics?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 05:38 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
"Incontinence"...does that have something to do with geology and plate tectonics?


I think that's when consonants can't hold their vowels.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 05:55 AM

LMAO
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 05:58 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Originally Posted By: white17
"Incontinence"...does that have something to do with geology and plate tectonics?


I think that's when consonants can't hold their vowels.


OMG...that was witty and funny!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 06:20 AM

Thought for sure you meant , "That Dupends".
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/10 01:45 PM

LOL ! Some good ones there !
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/10 04:08 PM

Finally cold here. Been in the teens at night, low 20's in the day. Had the Taku winds blowing for a couple of those. Heard gusts in the downtown area to 80 mph.
Been on a slab trying to put together a house in this stuff. Hard to keep the hands working without gloves!
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/10 05:24 PM

Raining.....

I hate rain, even when it's warm.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/10 05:40 PM

Exactly!!!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/10 06:49 PM

no kidding ? Gee it 20 below here
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/10 06:54 PM

We had 5 below this morning...FINALLY!!! I did a test run on the trapline the other night on my first water crossing and made it, but getting back across the huge open hole i created was a little less than fun smile Hopefully I'll be getting my line set this weekend.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/10 11:38 PM

Meh. Caught a bunny in a fox set... no sign of the fox coming back yet. Tons of buns, squirels and a moose running my trail. Bunny is dinner.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/20/10 01:32 AM

Bonnie, if he is there, he'll be back. Not like there is a lot of trapping pressure near you.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/20/10 01:53 AM

Oh I reset it and put a bunny foot there wink Dang ravens or magpies stole my chicken head... From the amount of tracks I had previously seen, it is only ONE fox and if he's hunting here, he's got it made.

And can you tell that I'm less than enthused about my first catch being a bunny? grin
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/20/10 04:52 AM

Dangit! Missed a lynx 3 times! Walked by a snare, ate the bait from a fox set w/out firing the trap, tried to get the bait from another fox set and didn't get caught when the trap fired! Getting closer and closer to catching something besides rabbits and frostbite! He totally ignored my cat cubbies too!
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/20/10 06:46 AM

Keep at it - it will happen.
Posted By: Gabriiel40

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/10 08:27 AM

Have any of you guys trapped/been to summit? I passed by there today and saw a few markers along with a bunch of tracks.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/22/10 03:53 PM

Rained ice all night and still at it, so much for setting more line till I get everything working again.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/22/10 04:14 PM

Same here. Lousy weather
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/22/10 04:15 PM

Rained and blew hard from the south here too. We lost all of our snow. It can get this out of it's system, get cold, snow and turn into a good winter!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/22/10 04:19 PM

Supposed to be back around zero here by the weekend.
Posted By: chessielover

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/22/10 04:46 PM

We havent gotten real warm but sure need the snow. It dumped 6 inches while we were in the mountains but only had a dusting here at the cabin while I was gone. I am hoping to put out the east line before going back into the mountains for a few more days.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/22/10 05:24 PM

Rain here in the Banks. Roads are covered in ice. Like a freshly zammed ice rink. Yuk. Just glad I don't have traps out in this yet.

-TJ
Posted By: Cazador

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/22/10 06:13 PM

Same thing in the Anchorage area. I'm sure my traps have a solid crust of ice over them. Hopefully, the marten boxes are still working, though.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/22/10 08:46 PM

Everything started to freeze up good so I put the skiff away then it turned warm. No rain yet but 49 degrees yesterday.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/22/10 10:33 PM

Yeah that's weird I saw that Dillingham was 30 below a few days ago thought it must be a mistake or is Dillingham that different weather-wise?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/22/10 10:46 PM

DR:
The longer I'm in Bristol Bay the less I know about what is normal weather. Usually King Salmon/ Dillingham is colder than us but I've seen times when the oppisite was true. Our low so far has been +5 but I don't know what Dillingham has been.
Posted By: onegunsmith

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/10 06:16 AM

Warm and wet on the slope. Not good for construction materials. 34 today. We had some good snow but its gone the heck now.
Posted By: nolluk

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/10 07:13 AM

monsoon come through kotzebue. the sound has 6 inches of water underneath the snow. i been checking my net and having to drive through the water to get to it. the holes don't have any ice to chop through to get to the net. all water all the time we used 16 totes of de icer to keep the jets coming in and out the past 3 days at the airport. finally had a cancel this evening due to the fog and snow. the caribou are going to suffer this winter....
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/10 08:14 AM

It's been 29-32° all day today and it's rained, freezing rained, sleeted, snowed and PEED all day. This morning I had to salt the steps to get down them. This afternoon the crunchy substance on top of the sheet of ice made it at least walkable. Whatever it is, it's just not reasonable out there.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/10 03:02 PM

Do any of the State or National Parks charge a daily fee to ride a horse in a park in Alaska ? They jacked up the fee to $200 A DAY IN NY !
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/10 04:48 PM

Got our first 1-1/2" of white stuff last night, but supposed to turn to rain. YUK!
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/10 05:11 PM

Schools, state buildings, cabs, bus service, all shut down. I went in to work yesterday and was happy when I actually pulled back into my drive after I was sent home as I seriously thought I was not going to make it (almost just parked and walked). Cars were in ditches every where. Even my dentist canceled my appointment.

State facilities closed again today along with schools, and transportation services.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/10 06:37 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
Do any of the State or National Parks charge a daily fee to ride a horse in a park in Alaska ? They jacked up the fee to $200 A DAY IN NY !


Horses are for riding??? Who knew...I thought they were self propelled sled dog buffets...nothing excites a dog yard like the sound of a chainsaw on a frozen horse, lol.

CB, I doubt there is a fee for riding a horse. A fee for parking in the "maintained" parking lot, probably, but I would imagine that if horses are allowed, there is no fee...
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/10 06:50 PM

Speaking of horses. I'm not sure where Bearbait was "at" when he was being the caretaker for the lodge and trapping. But didn't he lose some horses then?

The reason I ask, is a buddy was hunting for sheep up in Eastern AK, near the Canadian border, and a nice black horse was seen just meandering around and drinking from the creek. No one else in the country (lots of bears though). He got it on video, because he thought no one would believe him that he saw a horse.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/10 06:51 PM

...or could have been a horse that was with the guy that went "walkabout" out that way....did anyone ever hear what happened to that guy?
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/10 07:17 PM

The guy that owns the lodge up there needs to see the pictures of that horse. Could be a clue to the missing care taker.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/10 01:37 AM

Ok, it's not a fox, but this is the catch for today smile


Posted By: Gabriiel40

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/10 01:45 AM

been raining here all day too ever since yesterday and supposed to rain tomorrow too.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/10 02:23 AM

I know at least 3 guide outfits over that way have grazing permits and just turn horses loose during the off season but ideally they are all present and accounted for and being used during hunting season. Sometimes there are 'runaways' and of course there is the mystery of the disappearing 'buggy' caretaker .
Posted By: Gabriiel40

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/10 09:22 PM

Yesterday I went for a walk on an animal reserve (Grr so much area I cant trap) and I saw some trap markers on trees off the trails I went to have a look and there was a fallen tree nailed to another tree. I looked around and saw tracks but no signs of human activity. Would this because they are old marking and such or could they be something different? Just wondering because there is alot of people walking in that area and if someone were to get hurt then there might be serious penalties to that trapper.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/10 12:06 AM

Where is there an animal reserve in Fairbanks?

-TJ
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/10 12:37 AM

Originally Posted By: Gabriiel40
Yesterday I went for a walk on an animal reserve (Grr so much area I cant trap) and I saw some trap markers on trees off the trails I went to have a look and there was a fallen tree nailed to another tree. I looked around and saw tracks but no signs of human activity. Would this because they are old marking and such or could they be something different? Just wondering because there is alot of people walking in that area and if someone were to get hurt then there might be serious penalties to that trapper.


Sounds like a pole set.Generally used for marten with a very small trap. If it is a marten trap it would be pretty hard for someone to get hurt unless they stuck their tongue in it or something stupid like that. Try going to an ATA meeting and talk to somebody there about what you saw and your concerns.
Posted By: Gabriiel40

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/10 01:06 AM

ok ty just dont want anyone getting hurt or someone getting in trouble.
Posted By: Cazador

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/10 03:47 AM

Gabriiel... could you describe what a "trap marker" is or possibly even post a picture. Maybe that would help us to understand and explain what you saw. It sounds a bit out of the ordinary.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/10 04:52 AM

I assumed (I know) that he meant a blaze on the tree.
Posted By: Cazador

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/10 06:10 AM

It'll be interesting to see, White. I suspect something else.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/10 06:14 AM

Development on topic ?
Posted By: dogmusher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/10 09:18 PM

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I love this site. I might not post much on here but I am usually on here everyday looking at everyones catches and trying to learn as well on here. Trapping been kinda slow here with the warm winter that we have had down here. I have caught two cross fox and three reds, as well as two beavers. I wanted to share a few photos on here of some fur been sewn into hats and mitts by my wife. She bought a sheared beaver pelt and put them on insides of the hat. I really like that a lot as its a lot nicer on the ears and side of face than just a regular beaver pelt.



And this is our pet Mesa modeling an otter hat.



Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/10 10:42 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Where is there an animal reserve in Fairbanks?

-TJ

The question has been asked and the answer is..........??? Gabriiel40?
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/10 10:45 PM

Originally Posted By: dogmusher
....sheared beaver pelt and put them on insides of the hat. I really like that a lot as its a lot nicer on the ears and side of face than just a regular beaver pelt.


What a great idea. I have noticed that the guard hairs are irritating. I have my mom's old sheared beaver parka and I have been wondering what I was going to do with the good parts of it....Now I know! Thanks.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/10 11:13 PM

Read this today:

http://www.adn.com/2010/11/24/1571885/governor-energy-authority-endorse.html


If they can produce electricity for about 6 Cents a KiloWatt, how much would it end up costing the homeowner ?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/10 11:35 PM

Better wait for Hoopy and TJ to answer that one. I would like to see how they calculated that 6 cents and what costs they excluded to get there.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/10 11:59 PM

There is no better power for cheap rates than OLD hydro.
That said, incurring the costs now, like in Juneau, people aren't happy, but in 10-20 yrs they will be crappin in high cotton.

This project, I doubt could be done and produce 6 cent kWh power. I do not see how.

People in the rail blet are going to be paying a metric crap ton for power and Nat gas in the near future.

there are like 6 electric utilities in the rail belt.
of which 5 are building NEW or expanding power plants, because we have such a cob jobbed archaic network of generation here. Everyone's rates are going to go up as a result of the new rate base. and it isn't going to be cheap.

Enstaris working on a Natural Gas Storage well right now, so they can meet peak demand in winter and hopefully buy gas cheaper in the summer than at peak rates in winter.
The costs of the reservoir, along with transportation, a new pipe, and loss from the storage are going to cost a bunch.
The gas is used to heat and produce power and all rates are going to be alot higher..


This State really screwed the pooch years ago, by not doing an instate gas line to supply the electric and gas companies.
They also screwed up by allowing there to be 6 utilities for such a small population. With each having to have their won plant and many many redudant expenses that each utilities rate payers have to pay. If there was one or two large power suppliers, those redundant expenses could be done away with, and the rate base and costs would be spread over a much larger rate payer base as well.

But for some reason, no one either had the foresight or the ambition to do such. Everyone was disillusioned by the era of cheap cook inlet natural gas prices that are now done with. or perhaps it was the hippies that ki bashed the healy coal plant, the losers in Palmer who wouldn't allow MEA to build a power plant, all the NIMBY folks, the bunny huggers etc.

I am thinking of putting in a wood stove for winter heat, because I am afraid rates are going to be so high, it will be unbearable to do.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/26/10 12:02 AM

to answer the question, they probably went ont he assumption that the state invests the money at a zero sum gain, that is no return on the "investment", and probably more so, considered it a "gift".....

In which case, you end up with like before the Bradley Lake project, where the rest of the State who didn't benfit from the States' capital outlay saying "they got something, what do we get?"
Which is what the PCE program was born from, to give the people not in the rail belt their share.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/26/10 12:22 AM

I suspect they also didn't include the opportunity costs of the 2 billion the state would put up and we all know that over 11 years of construction the cost of the dam and all facilities will at least double.
Posted By: Huntress

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/26/10 06:15 AM

Originally Posted By: Gabriiel40
Yesterday I went for a walk on an animal reserve (Grr so much area I cant trap) and I saw some trap markers on trees off the trails I went to have a look and there was a fallen tree nailed to another tree. I looked around and saw tracks but no signs of human activity. Would this because they are old marking and such or could they be something different? Just wondering because there is alot of people walking in that area and if someone were to get hurt then there might be serious penalties to that trapper.



Could they be talking about Creamers Field? If so there are or (were) a certain amount of trappers allowed to trap by permit....at least that was my understanding when F&G explained it to us.
Posted By: Gabriiel40

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/26/10 01:07 PM

yeeah thats what im talking about. sorry didnt answer earlier was a little busy. ty for reply
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/26/10 02:33 PM

It's nice to see you Huntress! We have been wondering about you and Jim. How is your season going?

Oh, thanks for the reply grin
Posted By: Huntress

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/26/10 10:44 PM

Hey stranger!!!! It's good to see you! We have just been soooooo busy around here. The year has started out slow but we have been slammed with rain. I'm just thankful for the couple so far. We'll be hitting it harder over the next few weeks now that we have snow finally. How are you and the old man doing? Are we going to see you guys again next spring?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/30/10 10:19 PM

Still getting some foxes despite a reduced effort (finals this week and next). I had 9 snares out and picked up these critters today on a 48 hour check...

Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/30/10 10:44 PM

AP:
The one on the right looks fat enough to be the one of crew my bride is feeding.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/30/10 11:07 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
AP:
The one on the right looks fat enough to be the one of crew my bride is feeding.


lol! Definately a salmon snacker! He will be fun to flesh...
Posted By: trapperandy

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/10 04:27 AM

that fox looks like a pot belly pig! WOW
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/10 04:42 AM

Pawpincher I think you'll need a really big spoon to clean the fat out of the hide of THAT fat fox.

I don't really know why but that process, scraping the fat off the fox hide with a spoon after dribbling it with warm, soapy water, almost makes me heave. ???

Ha! It's the spoon!! I just figured it out!
Posted By: trapperandy

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/10 04:55 AM

lol, ohhhhhhhh, lol! White17 forgot to wash it didn't he!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/10 04:57 AM

I licked it off after she was done.
Posted By: trapperandy

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/10 04:59 AM

i think i just threw up a lil!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/10 05:03 AM

Serves you right !
Posted By: trapperandy

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/10 05:16 AM

yeah i agree... i better go wash my mouth out with soap!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/10 06:40 AM

I should get a bucket of lard off that one. I wonder if it will make good biscuits... I'll bet White would know...

Headed to the garage to do the dirty deed now...
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/10 06:46 AM

your up late eh.

Use it to water proof your boots....
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/10 10:22 AM

Do any of you know anything about this taxidermy outfit in Anchorage?

Outdoor Creations 7605 E 17th Ave Anchorage, AK 99504
Still in business?
They have never returned three Brown bear rugs from bears that were sent to them about 4 years ago. Friends of mine left Alaska after teaching in St. Mary's for a couple of years. They also kept half the money they put down as a deposit?
They left the state and could never get a hold of them again. A real bummer for them. Just wondering. They asked if I would inquire about them. Figured you folks would be some of the best to ask.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/10 05:41 PM

Never heard of them myself.

http://forums.outdoorsdirectory.com/show...-need-of-advice


Outdoor Creation

5001 Eagle Street
Anchorage, AK 99503-7433
(907) 562-0112
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/10 08:02 AM

I skinned my first prime fox tonight. I caught it Monday and it was an adult male. Now it's time to implement....."the dirty diaper set". smile
Posted By: Brian K.

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/10 08:22 AM

Okay... I'll bite. What's the dirty diaper set?
Posted By: Gabriiel40

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/10 11:21 AM

same
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/10 03:14 PM

Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/10 03:56 PM

ROFLMAO!!!!!!!!!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/10 05:31 PM

I'll have some pictures after this weekend. It's a dump trappers super secret set.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/10 06:01 PM

Dang White! You need to get OB to wash your skivies!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/10 07:07 PM

Heck, they're just getting good.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/10 11:18 PM

Funny going through TSA after a hunt when they do the bag search lol!
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/10 08:08 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Funny going through TSA after a hunt when they do the bag search lol!


That and after hockey tournaments. Always made me chuckle knowing they had to "search" my baggage.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/10 11:19 PM

Man we are really getting dumped on here. Must have 6-8 inches and still coming down hard and steady. It's good snow too.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/10 11:31 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Must have 6-8 inches and still coming down hard and steady.


According to Blister, she said to account for you penchants to over estimate, to divide your measurements by 2.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/10 11:47 PM

It seems to have missed us for the most part. Darn it!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/10 12:14 AM

Same here. Instead of the snow and high winds we got rain that melted almost all the snow we did have.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/10 12:16 AM

I knew you couldn't resist Hoopy.
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/10 01:37 AM

Originally Posted By: Alaskan
Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Funny going through TSA after a hunt when they do the bag search lol!


That and after hockey tournaments. Always made me chuckle knowing they had to "search" my baggage.


Kodiak is the worst! I always purposely wrapped everything in my socks and long johns after guiding for a few months there just to make their day! Unbelievable how serious they are. Who the heck is going to take a bomb out of KODIAK.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/10 04:44 AM

TSA is extremely thorough (anal) here, but if you fly on the prop planes you could probably carry your reloading bench through, fly on the jet and god help you if you forgot and left a shotgun shell in your carry on.
Posted By: Doogie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/10 07:14 AM

love taking the prop planes out off the rock, its like a hour long party in the air, last time got the only plane I've been on with pepsi products, that 7 and 7 never tasted so good after months of sprite lol Will be taking the jet into Kodiak though in Jan. I usually try to get the last flight out when I'm leaving, makes the layover for the redeye short.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/10 08:00 AM

Are you coming out to fish again Doogie?
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/10 09:07 AM

the NOme TSA is pretty understanding when you leave a 375 shell in your carry on back pack.
Posted By: Doogie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/10 05:18 PM

yeah, going to learn how to pot fish.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/10 07:41 PM

So, I get my Outdoor Life and am reading through when I hit the "This Happend to Me" section. And low and behold, it is a story about a Randall L. Zarnke, of Tampa, FL, trapping mink in Alaska and being on creek ice during an earthquake. I think I am going to have to give Randy a hard time about listing Tampa, FL as his home.

-TJ
Posted By: gtim88

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/10 12:44 AM

Hey all. Just a guy from Mississippi trying to be the 1000th to post in this thread.
Posted By: gtim88

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/10 12:48 AM

All's good now. Carry on. I'll have another Bud now.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/10 03:23 AM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
So, I get my Outdoor Life and am reading through when I hit the "This Happend to Me" section. And low and behold, it is a story about a Randall L. Zarnke, of Tampa, FL, trapping mink in Alaska and being on creek ice during an earthquake. I think I am going to have to give Randy a hard time about listing Tampa, FL as his home.

-TJ


Well, that Randy Zarnke from Fl doesn't get PFD's does he.
How much does an out of state trapping license cost?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/10 03:11 PM

Couldn't be two with that name. Gotta be him.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/10 03:49 PM

Especially two that trap in Alaska.

-TJ
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/10 04:59 PM

I saw that also! Didn't think he moved.
Of course Nick Jans has a place in Florida now, too, Yet continues his diatribes through the Alaskan media. Go figure. (For clarification, Jans also has a place here, in Juneau).
Posted By: mad_mike

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/10 05:02 PM

NJ is only into Alaska for monitary gains it seems. You see all the Romeo photos he was selling at the Juneau Hippie Fair?
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/10 06:15 PM

They wouldn't let me in. Think it might have had somthing to do with the snares I wanted to sell.
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/10 09:38 PM

LOL! Good for you AV ;o))
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/06/10 02:59 PM

A bit chilly in Alaska this morning ! -26 ??
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/06/10 03:21 PM

Just right ! I have -30 here at the house.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/06/10 03:32 PM

White17:

How much firewood do you go through in a Winter in Mcgrath ? We used to go through 10 face cord during the Winter, but never got colder than -20 or so for a couple of nights.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/06/10 04:33 PM

Between 5&6 full cords of birch and maybe half a cord of spruce.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/06/10 04:48 PM

I burn about the same White, but all of mine is spruce. We aren't as cold as you are and for as long.
Posted By: chessielover

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/06/10 05:01 PM

A nice balmy 13 here at the house, but is much colder off the hill toward the lake. It is not uncommon for me to be 30+ degrees warmer then the surrounding area.
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/06/10 06:42 PM

CB I yakked with my Mom ystdy in Grafton NY and it was 20% colder there! We burn about 6 cord of spruce a year not counting steambath's. Hopefully after this summers insulation adding extravagaza our wood consumption goes down a bit.
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/06/10 06:51 PM

i burn only wood in a 3200sq ft house and go through 10-15 full cord a winter.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/06/10 07:18 PM

My Cousin switched to a wood pellet stove and they are burning 4 to 5 tons a year.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/10 10:09 PM

white17:

Did Blister chop enough firewood ?? Forecast calling for -40 at night by the weekend !! shocked shocked
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/10 10:12 PM

Well she better get busy! It's still about -25. That would be good actually to see some cooler weather. We need better ice all over the interior.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/10 10:18 PM

If it does get that cold, could you post a picture of what -40 looks like in McGrath ? I would like to show what real cold weather is like to my Sister who is now currently "Freezing " in 54 Degree Florida weather . LOL
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/10 10:38 PM

HAHAHA ! It doesn't look much different than zero unless there is ice fog.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 04:34 AM




Anchorage 25 degrees wind chill 19 degrees

Where I live:

21 degrees wind chill 7 degrees


Send some of that warm air back to NY ! laugh
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 04:41 AM

what are you still doing up??
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 05:50 AM

Does anyone know why trailblasersteve is being a stranger on here? Always liked seeing his pics and stories.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 06:32 AM

He doesn't get on the computer much at home and Tman is banned at his work.
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 06:50 AM

Too bad, needs to get a new job!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 07:06 AM

Ha! He has a great job, he just needs a new internet geek!

I made my first check tonight for dump rats. It was cold. -28 windchill and I don't think I was ready for it! I picked up 6 red popsicles. Two of the six were rubbed thanks to that wonderful rain we had. mad
Posted By: Gabriiel40

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 07:28 AM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
Ha! He has a great job, he just needs a new internet geek!

I made my first check tonight for dump rats. It was cold. -28 windchill and I don't think I was ready for it! I picked up 6 red popsicles. Two of the six were rubbed thanks to that wonderful rain we had. mad


lol
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 07:31 AM

Really, why would they have been rubbed from the rain?
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 07:41 AM

Freeze thaw. They sit down in the freezing rain, sit up and their guard hairs get pulled out. That's my theory anyways.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 07:45 AM

We see that here too. What really bites is when you get a big, fat, fluffy, frocker and his tail looks like a fuzzy rope.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 07:50 AM

we had turkeys that used to do that,they were to fat to fly up and roost so they would lay down outside the barn and sleep,then get up in the morning and pull out feathers,by the end of winter they were pretty gross looking.
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 07:54 AM

Are you still getting rain Kusko? we have been low -20 here for a while now.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 08:01 AM

No, we are cold here. I think they rubbed when the temps were right at freezing. My fox were perfect (besides being blue) before that.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 05:45 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
We see that here too. What really bites is when you get a big, fat, fluffy, frocker and his tail looks like a fuzzy rope.


That would be Mange
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 06:26 PM

I have a question on the intent of one the trapping regs regarding baiting...


It says you can use non salvageable parts of legaly taken game animals as long as they are moved from the kill site. does that mean technically that if you come across a carcass of a caribou or moose that was harvested legally you can not trap near it? How near is ok? How far does it have to be moved? I dont understand the intent of this reg??
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 06:44 PM

how do you know it was legally harvested if YOU did not harvest it??

Did anyone else read the AK trapper mag this month, where it says that prebaiting is illegal and considered either littering or illegal dumping???
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 07:02 PM

So if it's illegally taken, its ok to trap on it??? LOL

Its a hypothetical question...but something I've come across in the past, finding a kill site from hunting season..I know I've heard people talk about finding caribou carcasses and setting it for wolf....I'm just curious about the "intent" of the law, not trying to circumvent it...usually the reason for regs is obvious, this one is not, at least to me.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 07:25 PM

Originally Posted By: Pittu
I have a question on the intent of one the trapping regs regarding baiting...


It says you can use non salvageable parts of legaly taken game animals as long as they are moved from the kill site. does that mean technically that if you come across a carcass of a caribou or moose that was harvested legally you can not trap near it? How near is ok? How far does it have to be moved? I dont understand the intent of this reg??


Lets say you inadvertently snare a moose in a wolf snare. You must of course salvage everything you can but cannot trap closer than 300 feet from it. That's understandable.

Now say you find a dead caribou that died of natural causes (wolf kill, old age,). I would say you could trap right at the site.

You find the gutpile from a legally taken moose. I would think it would be reasonable to place sets 300 feet from that site just as the restriction is on the incidental take of the moose in example one. OR, move the gut pile 300 feet and set right there. Those might not be correct interpretations but I think they are reasonable.

I suspect the reasoning behind the law is so that people aren't shooting big game during winter seasons and using it for a large bait site. They must at least do some work to move the pile before setting
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 07:28 PM

Appreciate the info White, and seems mostly reasonable on the 300' setback...

BUT.....taking a moose in mid winter would typically be illegal and therefore not covered by the reg... Technically, I guess if you KNEW a moose had been taken illegally, you could set right on it, not that I would recommend that. LOL
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 07:31 PM

No. The moose taken illegally did not die of natural causes so you couldn't set right on that either.

There are some areas of the state that have winter moose seasons so this could become an issue in those areas.

This is all just my guesses at the interpretations.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 07:33 PM

Oh yea, you are correct...brain fart...
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 07:54 PM

What is the difference between this:

• the hide, viscera, head, or bones of game legally taken or killed by vehicles,
after salvage of edible meat;

and this:

• parts of legally taken big game animals that are not required to be salvaged as
edible meat, if the parts are moved from the kill site;

????

Isn't game, mean game??
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/10 08:30 PM

In the first one, I think it assumes that you have removed these items from the kill site to use as bait somehwere else.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/11/10 11:38 PM

Looks like there is about 3 feet of snow there . Is the ice on the creek thick enough to walk on ?

http://www.borealisbroadband.net/vid-mcgrath1mega.htm
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/11/10 11:39 PM

We have about a foot of snow and yes you can walk on the ice in most places.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/11/10 11:46 PM

Ice fished it yet?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/11/10 11:51 PM

Haven't ice fished in the last 35 years.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/10 09:30 PM

Never thought I would ask this, but would you all send some of that warm Alaskan air over to NY ? It's pretty bad when Anchorage is warmer in actual air temperature and windchill than NY !! crazy
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/10 09:54 PM

Supposed to get down to -45 with windchill tonight! Should have ran my line last night before the wind started!
Posted By: Cazador

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/10 12:59 AM

Anchorage is often warmer than a lot of the lower 48, but the difference with latitude is that our winter starts in early October and break-up can be as late as May. It's the duration of winter... not the severity that causes winter-lovers to move here. That'll just be our little secret whistle
Posted By: trapperandy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/10 02:45 AM

never say duration of winter, not the severity, and Alaska in the same sentance. I just got after my friend who said good jobs and Alaska in the same sentance!
Posted By: Cazador

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/10 05:38 AM

I wasn't talking about Alaska as a whole... just Anchorage. In a lot of Alaska... it IS about winter severity!
Posted By: akdave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/10 07:20 AM

lol, while we are on the topic, sortof anyhow, the other day after logging out of my Yahoo web mail, I noticed an article on the front page of Yahoo's web site under the main news heading. It was titled something like 'Fastest growing small towns in America' or whatever. Anyhow, I was concerned Fairbanks might have been on the list so I clicked the link. Turns out Fairbanks was number one! I just sighed (almost in tears actually) as I could only estimate how many people saw that ad (you know, the McCandless types or whoever), must be somewhere in the millions. I sure wish Alaska wasn't getting the attention it has been lately.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/10 03:41 PM

Originally Posted By: akdave
l I sure wish Alaska wasn't getting the attention it has been lately.

I think we can all thank Sarah Palin and her nice new TV show for a bunch of this frown
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/10 05:23 PM

She has got me wanting to move to Dillingham / Naknek.

Heard the trapping there is nearly unlimited. Lines all over for the taking and critters waiting inline to get caught
Posted By: ak_flyfisher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/10 07:59 PM

Originally Posted By: otterman
Originally Posted By: akdave
l I sure wish Alaska wasn't getting the attention it has been lately.

I think we can all thank Sarah Palin and her nice new TV show for a bunch of this frown


madYep. As a friend of mine says - "When I came to AK I wish I could have locked the door behind me"
Posted By: ak_flyfisher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/10 08:03 PM

temporary change of topic... if you had access to a moose carcass, edible meat's been salvaged, what's the best part to keep for bait (for marten & lynx if it matters.) I'm thinking the head?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/10 08:21 PM

All you possibly can get.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/10 08:34 PM

the organs, liver, heart, lungs.....

better off using that as a bait set probably and snaring it up for k 9's.
Posted By: trapperandy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/10 10:39 PM

Hup, you been watching 'the mountain men' to much! Lol
Posted By: woodsman416

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/10 10:51 PM

You might snare me if you leave the heart out in the bush!
Posted By: ak_flyfisher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/16/10 07:29 PM

Last year I tried an idea I'd read about, put a bunch of the organs in about an 8gal. Bucket, topped it off with water & put the moosecicle out with a dozen snares around it...lots l of birds, but never a dog came in... I decided it was way too much work dragging that 80lb block of ice a mile into the woods. I haven't seen any k9 tracks in my area this year... I still have half of a caribou carcass to put out somewhere, so didn't think It'd keep the whole moose carcass. April of last year I was trying to get 200lbs of rotten moose out of my yard. crazy

(edit: autocorrect sucks sometimes)
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/21/10 06:20 AM

So what do you guys think about someone setting on your maintained, brushed out trails and using them to access your trapping are? smile (sorry, couldn't resist!)
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/21/10 10:23 AM

Surprise surprise surprise. ;0)
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 06:16 AM

Starting to pick up a few Kitties
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 03:01 PM

OH BOY! Another year of great pictures!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 04:13 PM

Outstanding photo
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 04:29 PM

How much would this cost to build in Alaska and is there enough insulation in it for the cold up there ?

Quadruple 2" X 6" Pressure treated skids Glued and Bolted, Drilled chain hole.
2" X 6" or 2" X 8" Pressure treated floor joists 16"on center (At Porch).
2" X 6" or 2" X 8" Kiln Dried Floor joists l6"on center.
1" X 3" Furring Strips stapled to inside bottom of floor joist bays (Insulation Support).
2" Hi-R Polyisocyanurate foam insulation (Floor Insulation)
3/4" "Advantek" Tongue and Groove floor sheathing.
5/4" X 6" pressure treated radius edge decking screwed down w/galv. Fasteners. "Trex"Decking Available
2" X 4" full dimension studs 16"o.c..
7/16" o.s.b. sidewall sheathing.
Tyvek vapor barrier liner.
2" X 6" or 2" X 8" full dimension rafters 16"o.c.
5/8" "Zip System" roof sheathing with water proof tape.
29ga. Painted steel roofing and trim (stock colors) forest green, Adirondack red and chocolate brown(other colors available) Or 30 yr. Architectural shingles colors in stock(forest green, Dark brown,gray,and black) other colors available Either roofing your choice
(1) 3' X 6' 8" insulated 9 lite steel door
Anderson Series 200 insulated double hung windows (Series 400 and custom colors available)
Log handrails constructed of Hand Peeled Cedar Tenoned
Standard sidings: 2" X 8" or 2" X 6" Pine Log Cabin Siding or 1" X 10" board and batten with 1" X 3" battens

Complete electrical system including: 70amp breaker panel, all switching, basic light fixtures, and outlets
2" Hi-R Polyisocyanurate foam insulation (Wall Insulation)
4" (Two Layers) Hi-R Polyisocyanurate foam insulation (Ceiling Insulation)
Wall Paneling to be 3/4" Tongue and Groove V-Joint Pine All interior surfaces.
Interior Trim to be 1" X 4" and 5/4" Pine with Radius Edge at all Windows and Door
Flooring to be "Pergo Type" Laminate or equal (other options available: hard wood flooring, or vinyl)
Heat to be propane "Empire" 10,000 B.T.U. Model DV210 With thermostat (Also Available: Wood Stove, Pellet Stove, or other)

Standard Complete Cottage Features include all shell and camping cabin features plus:
Bathroom including toilet, shower unit, vanity and sink, medicine chest and light, towel bars, and toilet paper holder.
Kitchenette including base and upper cabinets, sink and faucet, under counter refridgerator, two burner cook top or small gas range (which ever fits), electric under counter hot water heater, and Formica with hard wood edge counter top.
All exposed fasteners are galvanized
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 04:38 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
OH BOY! Another year of great pictures!

now I just hope I can catch another one...

and Bob,... I would trade cameras with you any day. smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 05:03 PM

CB: I don't see any dimensions for the floor plan. That is not enough insulation in the floor. Wall studs should be 2x6 on 24" centers. I don't see any insulation specs for the walls or ceiling (might have missed it though.) 2x6 0r 2x8 is not adequate for floor joists in living area depending on footprint of the building. Those same members are overkill for rafters if trussed and spacing can be 24" rather than 16".

There's more wrong with the description but someone that was willing to price this would need to know where it was going to be built and whether utilities are onsite. I guarantee you, it will cost more than you think it should.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 05:42 PM

YK:
I have been using nothing but point and shoot camera's because I'm to cheap to spring for a high dollar DSLR. I use a Canon SX10IS that is several years old. It has 20x optical zoom and was $319 when I bought it. That kind of optical reach in a good DSLR will be ten times that. It is a little big for pocket carry on the line but has held up to some good punishment and a wide range of weather.
I also use a Sony pocket size HX5V because it has GPS built in that I can mark trap sites with. You can buy all the high dollar gear you want but if you don't have it with you when you need it your passing gas.
I think the ideal outback rig would would have all the features of the HX5V above plus waterproof. I found out mine isn't waterproof when I fell in the river with it. Sony fixed it for nothing and sent it back but its been stuck in the village for months.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 05:45 PM

Been seeing alot of these on my line...going to bring one home soon.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 05:47 PM

That little bull on the right would taste good.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 05:48 PM

the one on the right looks tasty...

YJ,
When on our Musk ox hunt, I prepared a nice dinner for you, but you never showed up. Alaskan has just not posted the picture yet..
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 05:52 PM

When does your season open Jeff, I sure miss our winter moose hunt but may be here again in the near future.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 05:53 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
That little bull on the right would taste good.


I was thinking more in the lines of the fat cow front and center with no calf..must be hog fat....FnG want us to shoot cows if we can..we are alowed two this year..this will be my second..first one was mostly givin away,in Aug.

and Hup...dont be shy with the invite next time...I bet Ox Nose is fine dining...
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 05:55 PM

Originally Posted By: takotna
When does your season open Jeff, I sure miss our winter moose hunt but may be here again in the near future.


it opened the 20th of Dec.. till Feb 28 I believe
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 06:02 PM

Your moose must be doing well to get two, it's got to be 30yrs since we could get two and one a cow.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 06:09 PM

30 yrs ago we didnt have Any moose here..now the count is 100 hr...we still dont have any wolves at all..so not sure whats going to happen.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 06:24 PM

I'm sure the wolves will show, the wolves are pretty well depleted here but am anxiously awaiting there return! laugh
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/10 07:06 PM

I have ben waiting along time for them to show...dont think they are going to...pretty open country around here and the ones that do show, dont live long.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/23/10 07:15 AM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
YK:
I have been using nothing but point and shoot camera's because I'm to cheap to spring for a high dollar DSLR. I use a Canon SX10IS that is several years old. It has 20x optical zoom and was $319 when I bought it. That kind of optical reach in a good DSLR will be ten times that. It is a little big for pocket carry on the line but has held up to some good punishment and a wide range of weather.
I also use a Sony pocket size HX5V because it has GPS built in that I can mark trap sites with. You can buy all the high dollar gear you want but if you don't have it with you when you need it your passing gas.
I think the ideal outback rig would would have all the features of the HX5V above plus waterproof. I found out mine isn't waterproof when I fell in the river with it. Sony fixed it for nothing and sent it back but its been stuck in the village for months.


UB mine is also a point and shoot its a Kodak 6.1 older model z series,..I know if I ever bought one of the high dollar SLRs I would promply drop it in the river for sure... frown

this fox came right up to me,the other day,in a storm...you can see his submissive pose ,I think he wanted to be my friend,..dont think he seen a person before.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/23/10 09:54 AM

I flew the coast from Kotlik to Emo the other day and couldn't believe the moose. And no where to expand. Tundra to the north and south and Bearing sea to the west. No where to go but build back up the river. No one is going hungry on the Lower Yukon that wants meat to eat.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/23/10 03:27 PM

YJ:
The fox around here do not get much human contact and sometimes they act a little strange.


Photo by D. Caldwell
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/23/10 04:07 PM

LOL, is that a fox on crack?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/23/10 04:15 PM

You've heard of cross fox ? That's a crack fox.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/23/10 07:33 PM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
I flew the coast from Kotlik to Emo the other day and couldn't believe the moose. And no where to expand. Tundra to the north and south and Bearing sea to the west. No where to go but build back up the river. No one is going hungry on the Lower Yukon that wants meat to eat.


I flew down to Kotlik to buy fur yesterday...I didnt count,but I would guestimate I saw 30 moose....and there aint even no trees on that line of flight.

and LOL Bob....thats a great picture..they seam even more bold in the fall time around here..almost like we are invisiable to them at that time.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/23/10 07:38 PM

So jeff, does that fox still have no fear of humans??
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/23/10 07:42 PM

Yes...I am the only one that has been in my trapping country...so I know they have not seen a human this year anyway.

the fox in the above pic came up to me while stopped on my machien...the machien was still running...it happens almost daily on my line.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/23/10 08:21 PM

YJ:
I think of the weird behavior is because of no ingrained fear of man because they don't see any. There are no humans around here for a long distance and we must really seem strange to them also.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/23/10 09:15 PM

yes...they always stop and stare.
Posted By: Cazador

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/23/10 10:04 PM

Holy moly, Jeff! That's another beautiful shot.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/24/10 02:35 PM

Jeff, you really should have some of those printed and for sale. Maybe at the fling or just online.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/24/10 05:31 PM

THanks White...I just got a printer,if I can figure out how to set it up and use it,I might be able to donate a couple.
Posted By: Doogie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/24/10 05:50 PM

you could also email them to a photo place and have them on good photo paper to pick up when you get to town for the fling
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/24/10 05:58 PM

That's what I was thinking too.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/24/10 06:00 PM

Thanks...thats a thought..dont expect I will make the fling though....still trapping here then.
Posted By: Cazador

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/24/10 08:00 PM

Ya know, Jeff... If you ever decide to get rid of that crappy point-and-click of yours and upgrade to a real camera, I could "recycle" that old one for ya, and it wouldn't even cost you too much wink




Keep the pictures coming.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/10 02:33 PM

Merry Christmas , Alaska

Canvasback
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/10 02:52 PM

Same to you CB. Is it cool at your house ?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/10 03:17 PM

white17:

Not too bad. 25 degrees . Wind chill around 18 degrees. Had that sloppy mix of rain,sleet, snow, freezing rain early yesterday morning. Got a good 1/2 inch crust on top of the snow from the freezing rain.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/10 05:28 PM

Well our Christmas present is a welcome warm spell. It's up to 5 below this morning... that's after 93 years of minus 40 it seems like. I doubt it will last long though.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/10 05:34 PM

When are you heading out for the winter Ken?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/10 05:45 PM

As soon as i find out whether I can land there. been waiting for a report on that for a couple weeks but conditions just haven't been conducive to flying. Maybe we'll get a break now.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/10 08:24 PM

Merry Christmas from the Gash!

2nd time in a lot of years I can remember the river frozen all the way across right in front of our house. Very fast moving water and usually takes 40 below to freeze it up. Must be the prolonged cold.
Posted By: Trailblazersteve

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/26/10 02:55 AM

Hi guys and merry xmas! As you can see I'm back. Drug my feet since there was a glich and my acc got wiped out but I am here now. Rough year for me loosing my sister, getting skunked moose hunting and getting a late start trapping this year do to some wacky weather. I'm am having one of my best starts on cats but think it may be do to them peaking in my area. Much more mature catch's and sign but ALOT less rabbits. Headed up into the hills in search of wolverine, only to find someone was alreay there. Not a total loss, got to meet another great trapper and friend. Got to go turn some hides now, heading out in the am to check, I'll start a journel soon...

Oh and I still have my best trapping partner in the world going with me on the line...little Kara.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/26/10 03:01 AM

Keep us posted Steve. Love to see Kara's photos on the line. Sorry also to hear about your loss.
Posted By: akntrpr

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/26/10 05:47 AM

Good to see you back Steve, missed your posts with your girls! Sorry to hear about your loss. I'm looking forward to your journal. Ted
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/26/10 08:19 PM

It's good to see you back here TB. I am sorry to hear about your loss.

I'm looking forward to seeing pics of Lucky Kara this winter!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/27/10 04:01 PM

Holy smokes !! 5 Lbs of Halibut for $130.00 !!!


That's expensive!!!!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/27/10 04:05 PM

How much would it cost if you flew up here and caught it yourself ???
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/27/10 04:19 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
How much would it cost if you flew up here and caught it yourself ???


The cost of a trip to Alaska ??

Priceless !!! smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/28/10 07:41 PM

Here is a big tom I picked up yesterday..


its - 20 here this morning..coldest so far this year.
Posted By: chessielover

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/28/10 07:46 PM

Nice looking one!

It finally made it to a high of -20 yesterday and only a low of -30 last night, lol!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/28/10 07:53 PM

Thanks.....
and yes I got lucky when I picked a place to spend the winters..but we do gets some awsome windchills...
Posted By: Swamp Walker

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/28/10 08:16 PM

Hey guys on those cats, when you have a long check say a week, do they succumb to the cold? I would assume you don't want that because of the potential of fur damage by other critters.
In other words do you do anything to keep them alive.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/28/10 09:03 PM

No it dont bother them a bit..
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/10 09:19 AM

They will eat if you have enough for them. But a week is no problem.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/10 02:39 PM

-4 when I went to bed. Woke up it was +22 and they are predicting rain by afternoon.
Posted By: Swamp Walker

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/10 04:15 PM

Thanks guys, if I cut sign this weekend then I'll set.

UBob I suppose that means snow for us in SC pretty soon then.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/10 04:39 PM

SW:
In terms of weather the longer I live here the less I know what normal is. I knew I shouldn't of gotten the snowmobile tuned up.
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/10 04:42 PM

It's warmed up here and is snowing. Officially -8; about -10 in our driveway. It's a relief after cold for so long ;o)
Posted By: T,L. 1242

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/10 04:52 PM

You's must have sent that cold down here as yesterday it was 28 and this morning tis -4 , this is ok but could you send down a little snow with that too,,, maybe 3-4 inches please.
Posted By: Swamp Walker

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/10 05:04 PM

Ubob, seems like out that way you are more subject to winter thaws. It must get frustrating at times. It seems clear to me that we should not have used near as many aerosol spray cans back in the day, LOL.

Blister, "warmed up to -10" It always cracks me up when the Anchorage radio weather dudes call that "bitterly cold".

Though I gotta say I prefer 20 or so.

-10 is OK but I did use this last bout of it to frostbite my nose. Will be trying out the windshield extension on the snogo on this weekend's check.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/10 05:10 PM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
They will eat if you have enough for them. But a week is no problem.


So far, only had two cats eat the bait, and they were both this year and both decent sized males.
In one picture I photoshopped, you can see the duck. It was eating it, all content when we walked up to it...
Posted By: Swamp Walker

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/10 05:35 PM

Do you cat trappers, internet or otherwise, use offset jaws at all?

I have Victor #4 DLS and #4 Jump, non-offset.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/10 05:45 PM

I check traps every 3 days so no need to feed them smile...besides I dont use bait anyway.

and yes offset traps are a good idea..I use the bridger #3 coil offset
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/10 09:26 PM

SW:
What can I say the Goreoracle warned us. I remember when I had a wolf pack feeding on a fresh moose kill at dark and went home knowing tomorrow was the day only to wake up with the snowmobile setting on green grass after an all night Chinook.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 02:19 AM

the last couple days we had a nice dumping of snow woke up this morning to find 40 above and all the new snow gone overnight darn weather
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 02:45 AM

Raining like crazy here in Homer. Just looked and St. Mary's is 36. bummer.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 02:48 AM

27 here and still climbing . Looks like bad news all around.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 03:06 AM

it was 50 in Anch.... It is 45 in Eagle River, raining and windy....
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 05:08 AM

Zero here, so you guys keep that heat wave! Was 41 in Delta around 3pm!
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 06:23 PM

I stuck the gunny sack full of White's frozen food for the trap line into the freezer last night. Good thing! It 'officially' 34 in McGoo right now. shocked
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 06:45 PM

Wow, pretty widespread chinook. It's been up to to 45 degrees and raining here for a couple days. Hope this is not whats going on up on my line, but
afraid it probably is. Pic's from January '09:

Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 06:49 PM

Hit 52 in Delta last evening...
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 06:52 PM

UGH ! Please no more !!
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 06:54 PM

I get to go check rat traps in raingear and extra-tuffs....gotta love it.....only thing is I made a set out on the ice for fox,chipped a hole in ice,put chain in,filled with water,it froze just hope it didnt thaw out and let chain come out if I was lucky enuf to have one step there
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 06:54 PM

42 right now......man this sucks
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 06:56 PM

The only good thing is that the marten are probably real active right now.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 07:00 PM

We had alot of hard rain,..when it rolled through here yesterday...you folks enjoy smile
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 07:08 PM

Yup, I'm super glad we didn't put in the big line now. We had some rain last night, but we didn't loose our snow. smile

It was real tempting to put in more sets on Friday, but I'm glad I didn't.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 07:10 PM

Did it knock your snow down very much?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 07:57 PM

No...with what we gained,..I think we broke even..it knocked the snow off the trees.so thats nice,and also will harden up nice for traveling,once it cools off...its clearing to the west some might be over... for awhile anyway.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 08:04 PM

Well I was sort of hoping it might put in a base so it would be easier traveling. I hope so.
Posted By: trapped4ever

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 08:17 PM

Try that weather every other week. Then you could see just how much fun I have every season.....
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 08:30 PM

Uh, no thanks! that's why I am where I am :-))
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 08:31 PM

White, when we tried to punch into our camp, the snow go travel was pretty decent with about 4-6 inches of solid snow under the sugar stuff. I would bet it's going to be even better.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/02/11 08:39 PM

I hope you're right. There was 2 feet at my place the other day.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 12:55 AM

Kinda knocked our snow down a little plus all the ice is out of the lake. Would mow the lawn but would need floats for the mower.

Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 01:23 AM

OMG that's sickening !
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 01:38 AM

That sucks! Glad we didn't get the warm spell!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 01:52 AM

A lot of water under the snow today tough going and gas consumption was almost double the norm
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 02:31 AM

we made some OVER the ice beaver and rat sets today..
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 02:46 AM

We finally got out and ran into a ton of overflow and couldn't set the upper half of our line. Stupid warm weather. Only upside is I was able to bring my daughter with me today. She had a blast riding around and helping to set traps. Seems to be a ton of bunnies out this year. Even jumped a few. I sure hope it gets cold again so that overflow can freeze up and we can get to the upper part. I am curious to see what it looks like this year.

-TJ
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 03:16 AM

I left yet another pr of coni setters out on the tundra today as a present to the trapping gods. I wonder how many pairs of them I have gone through in the last 20 yrs. I know I got a dozen one time and gave two pairs of those away and as of today lost the other 10 plus several others over the years. This does not include 4 axes,and numerous pliers, wire, cable cutters, screw drivers, and other misc tools. MTP is getting another $40 out of me cause you can't just order a pair of setters when ordering trapping supplies smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 03:22 AM

Wow you should buy stock in the outfit that makes them or use the new ones as a pattern. The only thing I know I have lost over the years is a swede saw, and my good judgement. I still have my rugged good looks and rapier wit.
Posted By: trapped4ever

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 03:32 AM

Otterman, ever try the EZ set type coni setters? Works like a caulking gun. I paint all my trapping tools fluorescent orange, and tie flagging on my axe, etc. I don't leave stuff behind near as often that way.
Posted By: mad_mike

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 03:56 AM

We were in the low 40's today. The best I can do is scrape the sets out and place my traps on cribbing. Snares had to be reset due to snow coming out of the trees. Oh yeah, no animals moving at all. Hope for cold!
Posted By: 440 Fan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 04:02 AM

Here r 2 tools that use alot over the years, the tree saw works great on willows & the icepick with sheath is the best tool i have found 4 getting the ice out from around the ilder wheels & under your machine & skies.
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 05:57 AM

Dang Tod, you need to get yourself some sort of toolbelt for your trapping stuff! Course it won't help if you don't put stuff back in the belt.
Posted By: sharksinthesalsa

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 06:03 AM

you should just set your conibears with rope...loop the rope a few times through the eyes of the springs and pull, set safey hooks and good to go....you can always carry a bunch of rope....for me this is easier than the scissors type setters
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 06:10 AM

I paint them orange but today I had them in a bag on the back of the machine not towing a sled due to all the water and the dang bag didn't get zipped good. They are out behind the house in a mile long stretch problem is too much snow and yuk and they sunk someplace. I had the two prs I got now for several yrs when I had a bunch I got careless when I got down to two I started taking care of them again. These were in pretty bad shape they were the cheapies made by victor and bent out of shape so I didn't feel too bad about there disappearance. White17 if I was as far out as you I doubt I would loose much either not very easy to run to the local hardware store and pick up a new roll of wire or pliers
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 06:16 AM

I always look for CHEAP linesman pliers. That seems to be the one I go through the most.
Posted By: Nunamiut

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 06:25 AM

it got up to 25 today in AKP, suppose to be 30 tomorrow! [Please excuse my language... I'm an idiot]?????
Posted By: Nunamiut

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 06:26 AM

it got up to 25 today in AKP, suppose to be 30 tomorrow! [Please excuse my language... I'm an idiot]????? It was like 40 below zero ambient like, 3 days ago
Posted By: 440 Fan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 06:31 AM

I set my 330's my snow machine rear bumper, set the top edge of the spring on the bumper & push down with 2 hands.
Posted By: sharksinthesalsa

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 06:57 AM

i had 45 above in the matsu ...had to pull half my line and was running my machine in 10 to 12 inches of water on top of ice to get to my sets..doesn't look like i'll be able to get back out to those spots later...last year i left them out there and it was hit and miss until the end march...gonna have to find some where to trap on dry land i guess
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 07:23 AM

I set with rope today or a strap actually I hate it takes too long for me I set a lot with my hands but new conis are more of a struggle and once again I opt for the faster methods.
Family Trapper I find a lot of my trapping hand tools at yard sales in the summer and tend to stock up beats paying the full price at the store
Posted By: sharksinthesalsa

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 07:27 AM

i think a strap would be a pain in the butt....i use 550 cord
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 12:56 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
I still have my rugged good looks and rapier wit.


Are you positive they are still in place?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 03:19 PM

I don't remember.......


I have always had sort of the opposite mindset about losing gear. For me, if I buy expensive gear I tend to take better care of it and it doesn't seem to get lost as easily.
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 03:31 PM

Todd, I set 330's by putting one foot inside on the jaws and pulling the springs up to the top. Don't know if you have tried that or not.
Posted By: chessielover

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 03:55 PM

I know I wanted it to warm up, but not this warm!

This is the main crossing for two of my lines!

2 feet of over flow in one day
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 04:19 PM

Looks like it might cool off here tomorrow but not much
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 04:49 PM

Left a pair of compact zies glasses on a sheep kill once and didn't realize it till I was 18 miles away. Probably still there. For some reason I haven't lost any trap gear yet. Still 38 degrees and still raining. Could this be the revenge of the Goreoracle to us infidels?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 04:50 PM

Now that would be a tough one !
Posted By: Swamp Walker

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 05:56 PM

I too have the caulking gun type setter and love it, having had all the other types. It does get a little ice in it sometimes, but the snogo fan takes care of that quick.
I made my own after seeing pictures of the commercial model.
I do carry a piece of smooth stout rope in my pocket for untrapping myself from 330's.

Picked up my first marten in almost 30 years Friday! Had just been caught, tracks in the snow which had just stopped falling!

Didn't have to battle any overflow, but did decide the next snogo needs at LEAST a 144" track, or a widetrack. Snow was 2' + and consistency of cookie dough. Took 9 gallons for 65 mile round trip.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 06:42 PM

30 years is a long time between trap checks.
Posted By: Swamp Walker

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 06:45 PM

Good thing it had been cold til then, or I'd have been dealing with green belly! laugh
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 06:55 PM

No question about it !
Posted By: AK4Life

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 09:19 PM

Hi Guys,
I have been a member of trapperman for a while but this is my first post. I was born here (AK) and have always enjoyed the outdoors (hunting, fishing, etc). Now I am raising my family here. I wanted to get my kids involved and figured trapping was a good route to take. You guys have really helped me accomplish that. I do appreciate it.
With help from you guys, my kids (9, 7 and almost 5) have been trapping for three years now. They, as well as myself, have had the opportunity to trap ermine, squirrel, hare, marten, beaver and otter. I have been quite on here, my ears were open and my mouth shut, because I really haven’t had much to contribute. I figured I had been here long enough, that at minimum, I should say Thanks!
You have all been a great help.
-AK4Life
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 09:51 PM

Welcome to the forum finally ! Glad you came out of the closet.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/11 10:05 PM

Welcome AK4Life. Trapping with your kids is an awesome way to get outside.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/11 01:22 AM

AK4Life welcome and I for one enjoy seeing the pictures guys post of kids and the excitement they get from any catch so lets see some action shots of you and the gang on the line
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/11 03:07 AM

That was the first thing I thought of too, Todd and AK4Life. I would love to see some pics of your kids trapping.

'Glad you joined the conversation. Welcome ;o)
Posted By: AK4Life

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/11 03:52 AM

Thanks Guys!
Here is a test run for a picture. This was two days ago. My oldest(9) and I snowshoed around, got a couple bunnies and made 5 cubbies sets for lynx. (never got a lynx before) If this works I will try to post some more later tonight.



Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/11 05:13 PM

Well I have some bad luck when it comes to moose/(wolf) break aways I have been losing two or more each season. Was looking forward to the use of the snare the Craig designed since he said at the time there had been over 70 some wolves caught without a release. Bought six dozen last year had most over bait and ended up catching in older snares not one of these until a week ago. Here is the snare. It looked like after working on a long swing for a while the wolf tangled up tight and low the the base of a tree then was able to push up and pop the ferrule. By the location of the chewing on the cable it looks to be a good neck catch and it was anchored chest high. I believe the lock was up against the ferrule which reduces the breaking point by about 100lbs. Nothing more disappointing that walking up to a catch circle with nothing in it.

Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/11 05:51 PM

nooksack,

That sucks! I sure wouldn't want to see that.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/11 06:39 PM

Also, when I was talking to one of the wolfer's that was doing some of the work on break away's, he said they are junk. This was just a month ago. He would not use them. He is using the stinger springs though, so I am going to have to take a look at that.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/11 06:59 PM

Man, that sucks!
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/11 08:50 PM

Just my opinion, but I never have liked the ferrels or S hooks for a breakaway. I think the cut lock is the cleanest and most consistent.
I WOULD like to see the locks for the 3/32 made of the same thickness of
metal as the locks for the 7/64ths, or at least experimented with. And
maybe it has been, but I've never heard of it. But a slightly heavier lock
for the 3/32 on wolves would be favorable I think.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/11 03:25 PM

GOOD MORNING ALASKA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

6 INCHES OF LIGHT, FLUFFY SNOW ON THE GROUND!!!
Posted By: trapperandy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/11 04:15 PM

Good morning trappers, 31f here no snow yet.
Posted By: chessielover

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/11 06:14 PM

It dropped down to a reasonable 11 and no wind.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/11 06:58 PM

Many people use ARGO's up North ?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewLh8RqHnG4
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/11 07:02 PM

Nope...just Countrysmith smile
Posted By: sharksinthesalsa

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/11 09:08 PM

There are a few people up here that use argos like that. But you have to remember that moose is a canadian moose not a moose from alaska. You might be able to get away with that with a spike fork up here but not a real moose
Posted By: ak_flyfisher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/11 09:55 PM

What'd they do with that moose's body? Looks like they chopped it off at the shoulders & stuffed the mount in the back of the Argo...
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/11 10:26 PM

cold enough that I should be able to get back out on the line in the morning smile One nice thing this wet weather sure smoothed the river ice down. It should be good going
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/11 01:02 AM

Did someone say they wanted to buy an Argo? Mine is in excellent shape as it hasn't been out of the garage in five years. I find it breaks less if I leave it there.
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/11 01:40 AM

that plus mudox in anc. make a better one its all hydrostatic drive, no chains to deal with it will set you back a pretty penny though.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/11 07:10 PM

I looked at the Mudox in Anchorage and it has improvements but its still an Argo. There are only two things in the world with a higher ratio of maint to ride time and one is a helo
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/11 08:10 PM

LOL BOB! What tops your list? Never mind....I got one of those too!!!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/11 05:06 AM

The cool down really had the canines moving on my line today. I see fox 3 or 4 times a yrs and haven't got a coyote in 5 yrs today I shot one fox that walked up to 50 yrds while taking a porky out of an otter set and saw two coyotes one going out one coming home and they both got away but now I know I have a few on the line this year.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/11 05:31 AM

No pics Todd? I like seeing your pics, remind me of home!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/11 05:48 AM

Temple I am horrible about remembering to take pictures. I took one today of the porky in a 280 that was a first for me. I bet he ruined my otter hole to and I took 7 or 8 otter out of that one last year frown
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/11 05:52 AM

Dangit! Hope to find a place to put my traps this weekend, can't wait!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/11 06:35 AM

Keep working at it you will find a place have you gone to any of the ATA meetings or do they conflict with your work hours?
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/11 06:50 AM

Yeah, I've been working during the meetings. After next week my work week will slide a day to Wed-Saturday 5pm to 3am, then I'll be able to make the meetings.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/11 02:47 PM

Otterman:
Here is a couple shots I took yesterday at sunset of a fox waiting for my brides handouts.

Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/11 03:55 PM

Wow!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/11 05:46 PM

Awsome pic Bob!...looks like she, way....overfed him grin
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/11 05:55 PM

That is one happy fox Bob!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/11 06:09 PM

Quite sure its the vixen and every once in awhile one of what we think is her kits comes along and you wouldn't believe what terror she turns into running it off. Not willing to share her welfare system with anyone.
Posted By: Kirk Howes

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/08/11 05:05 AM

Sweet pic.
I have it as my back ground on this PC, hope you don't mind.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/08/11 01:34 PM

KH:
I have no problem with anyone using them non-commercially. There are invisible watermarks to prove ownership. Amazing where I have found copies of my photo's.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/08/11 03:08 PM

TOPIC FOR TODAY:


Those new electric cars and usability for drivers in Alaska.

The car companies have been promoting the development of new electric cars. They say that it would cost an average of $1.50 per day to run .

1. What would they cost to run in AK taking into consideration Alaska's Lowest to Highest electric rates for residential usage ?

2. What would the battery life be in extreme below zero temperatures ?

3. Would the supposed cost savings for electric power be greater than the cost of the vehicle to make the purchase worth it ?


Let the debate begin !!! grin grin
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/08/11 04:25 PM

I think I'll see a bunch of them here. Very small road system, and a town full of liberal Greenies!
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/08/11 05:09 PM

And cheap Hydro power to plug into when the avalanche's don't take out the transmition lines. I bet you see a ton. Though I would love to hear them howl when you have to go on the generators like a a few years ago.

-TJ
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/08/11 08:09 PM

Matter of fact, they just got an experiamental rate there for the first 10 folks who want to have an electric car charging station in there house.
I think the rate right now in Juneau is the cheapest in the state at 9 cents kWh.

Plus Juneau, you could drive your car out to Romeo's gravesite and back home without it running out of juice.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/08/11 11:52 PM

Stunning that Juneau has such cheap electric rates!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/08/11 11:54 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Matter of fact, they just got an experiamental rate there for the first 10 folks who want to have an electric car charging station in there house.
I think the rate right now in Juneau is the cheapest in the state at 9 cents kWh.

Plus Juneau, you could drive your car out to Romeo's gravesite and back home without it running out of juice.



Oh, Romeo, Romeo: where for art thou Romeo???
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 12:21 AM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
Stunning that Juneau has such cheap electric rates!


That is because they get to take advantage of nearly 100% hydro power generation.
No cheaper power than old hydro.

And don't tell the people in Juneau how cheap their power is... it is "proposed to go up" to like 11 cents kWh, and a lot of those people will have to move somewhere that they can "afford" the electricity....

Everyone is for all 100% green energy, until their rates go up.... then it is a whole new ball game..

"What?? Green energy costs more?? that isn't fair..."
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 03:20 AM

Some fur from this year.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 04:57 AM

AELP is going to get 15 cents per KWH, thanks to the regulators. Affordable, yes, but not cheap for hydro anymore.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 07:10 AM

[Please excuse my language... I'm an idiot] regulators...

Jeff, do you pleat those mink tails or lop em off?
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 07:15 AM

Yukonjeff, nice looking furs there, nice white belly on that one! Couple questions for you: do you send to nafa or fha put up that way; and were your top lot cats put up like that with the feet off?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 08:01 AM

Hup..yes thats my attempt at pleating tails...

and thanks ST..yes I do send them to Nafa and FH put up like that,and yes the top lot ones were also feetless
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 08:52 AM

Yukonjeff, do you pretty much skin your lynx like marten, no paws? Those are really nice looking fur! Is that 9 lynx there?


About the electric cars in alaska, I think that benefits not us consumers but the electric company and the battery dealers for the cars. Just my thoughts on that. Wouldn't the batteries just totally go ka-put?


Nick
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 10:16 AM

Its finally Christmas! Made the run yesterday for our mail and the river was in the worst shape I have ever seen it. Large jagged edges of ice sticking up all over with big clods of mud and dirt. Smelled like frest dirt the entire trip. Never got over 10mph the entire trip. Should of used a four wheeler. Happiness is the first mail since the end of Sept.
Posted By: 440 Fan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 11:22 AM

Looks like some good tusk hunting country in the bluffs behind you Bob.
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 04:35 PM

Merry Christmas! Happy Thanksgiving! Hope you got the Halloween card I sent!
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 04:46 PM

Wow, Bob, that is a long, dry spell. I hope there wasn't any bad news in that mail sack!

LOL TA: Halloween card.........

When we used to get back from the trap line, after being gone for 6 months, there used to be boxes of it. I liked the mail. Ken dreaded plowing through it all. So I'd go through it first, divide it and throw out all the ads and unnecessary stuff - the spam.

Do you take it all back home and use it for fire starter? ;o)
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 05:22 PM

Originally Posted By: akmarten907
Yukonjeff, do you pretty much skin your lynx like marten, no paws? Those are really nice looking fur! Is that 9 lynx there?

About the electric cars in alaska, I think that benefits not us consumers but the electric company and the battery dealers for the cars. Just my thoughts on that. Wouldn't the batteries just totally go ka-put?


Nick


Thanks Nick..yes I do lop off the paws,like marten....and there is 13 not 9

Merry Christmass Bob smile
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 06:34 PM

OB:
We use the same sorting method. First pass all obvious junk goes in the burn pile. Second pass you get the more subtle junk then you can get down to the actual mail. Amazing what you accumalate over time. No bad news this time and no bills. The bride and I were up to 3am this morning like two kids under the Christmas tree. Saved a couple Christmas packages from friends a will decide when Christmas is after we get all the broke crap repaired.
Got to find a cross country route for the next trip as I won't do that river like that again. My sled is pretty well trashed. When the river freezes smooth its like a interstate highway but this was the roughest I've ever seen it.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 06:51 PM

Bob with all the rain you get down there it should smooth the river out
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/11 08:44 PM

For a "trashed" sled, it sure is look'n good Bob :-)

Maybe you meant the pull "sled" if so, me bad
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/10/11 02:03 AM

Decoy:
Here is a couple different views of the pull sled. That ABC plastic has lasted a lot of years and I thought it was indestructable. The river was really rough and I was never over 10 mph.


OM:
I thought the rain would smooth it out also but it was really bad. Have never seen it like that. I think it was the big tides and the high winds during the cold spell that did it.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/10/11 04:10 AM

Bob the tides have made some spots ugly here the big ones were all over 20 feet this week. You really beat that sled up good
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/10/11 04:26 PM

Some more fur...this bunch we bought.
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/10/11 06:36 PM

wow that is some good looking fur
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/10/11 10:03 PM

just got back from running my empty short line and i was cruising down the trail and noticed some rabbit tracks well on the way back i looked again and the feet just didnt look right they looked round not the normal long oval. so what are they



Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/11 04:58 PM

A moose dropped these on my trail
Posted By: HFT AK

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/11 05:03 PM

That is a sweet score! I keep looking but no luck yet!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/11 05:15 PM

There still laying there if you want to go get em smile
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/11 05:25 PM

really? you don't pick them up?
they usually sell for $10 a lb..
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/11 05:35 PM

shipping horns sucks,ande expensive,almost like buying a seat fare on a plane..and the nearest air cargo is 40 mi round trip...so not worth my time.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/11 09:25 PM

Yukon could you set them for a pee post? Who do you buy fur for?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/12/11 12:10 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
shipping horns sucks,ande expensive,almost like buying a seat fare on a plane..and the nearest air cargo is 40 mi round trip...so not worth my time.


How far are you from the nearest USPS Post Office ?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/12/11 02:36 AM

YJ: Hard to explain that to people. All the time to pick them up prepare them for shipment and then make the 60 mile in my case round trip to the nearest postal drop/pickup is a pita. In my younger days everyone wanted to buy the sheep drops I found but if you figured the hours involved humping in and out you would be better off selling happy meals.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/12/11 03:59 AM

Originally Posted By: frozen okie
Yukon could you set them for a pee post? Who do you buy fur for?


I could if we had wolves... and I buy for the local fish co. its a small time deal.


and yes CB..we do have a PO ..but Bob forgot to mention they also dont fit in a box to well..lol
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/12/11 04:10 AM

yukonjeff, do we leave the front legs inside for the lynx? I never saw that before, only on fox. Maybe I never did them right(lynx)? Would turning the otters fur side out be beneficial?

Nick
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/12/11 05:02 AM

akmarten no need to turn your otter if anything it does more harm than good in the long run
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/12/11 05:16 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Originally Posted By: frozen okie
Yukon could you set them for a pee post? Who do you buy fur for?


I could if we had wolves... and I buy for the local fish co. its a small time deal.


and yes CB..we do have a PO ..but Bob forgot to mention they also dont fit in a box to well..lol


The tines on those antlers could be cut off and would fit in a flat rate box very easily! grin
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/12/11 05:19 AM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
Otterman:
Here is a couple shots I took yesterday at sunset of a fox waiting for my brides handouts.





How old do you think that Fox is ? Is it just the fur, or is that Fox really HUGE ????
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/12/11 10:15 AM

That's a nice looking fox smile I like the look it pose for the camera
Thanks otterman for the help on the otter grin I was going to turn the otter furside out but glad I check here first. Thanks again.


Nick
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/12/11 04:13 PM

CB:
I tracked this one back to the den several times and we think it is the vixen that had 3 kits this summer. There is another one that does the welfare gig occasionally and we think it is one of her kits. She ran him/her off several times kinda like I had to do with my three kids when they would come back to raid the frig.
She has gotten plump this winter but it was below zero when I took that photo and they tend to puff up the fur when sleep like that in the cold. The welfare system is totally nuetoring her natural skill set as she sleeps looking at the door my bride comes out of to feed her. Normally they sleep with there back into the wind for the scent and there tail over there face with periodic eye scans down wind to cover all the bases.
I have no clue how old she might be. I read somewhere they can live to the age of 10 but most of them in a wild environment live to the age of three.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/13/11 03:42 AM

There was talk tonight about the lack of Dental care because many of the Dentists that specialize in certain needed practices ( Periodontics and Orthodontics , for example) are leaving the State and heading to greener pastures. (Who could blame them !! )

How hard is it to find a Dental specialist in Alaska that offers reasonable rates ? I know that around here , many people end up going to the local University Medical School for treatment . Cost is 1/3 to 1/2 what a regular dentist would charge and they do just as good a job. Is there such an option in Alaska ?
Posted By: AK4Life

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/11 04:41 PM

My soon to be 5 yr old boy woke me up early this morning and asked... "Is it time to go check traps yet?" grin

It looks like it's 7 degrees above zero. So, him and his brother will get to go this morning. Hopefully with any luck we can connect with our first ever cat. If not, thats ok, it will still be good a good time.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/11 04:49 PM

Cold, (by Juneau standards, anyway) all week here. Single digits, with high winds. Gusts over 80 mph. Not sure what the wind chill is, but will try to run my line tomorrow. BRRR!
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/11 04:51 PM

UgashikBob, you're behind the times. That fox is not on welfare, she's just demanding her "entitlements".
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/11 05:37 PM

Burr....that wind gets me every time!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/11 05:40 PM

Kusko it's gonna be a bit chilly ride today
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/11 05:54 PM

Yes, it's cold here too. We had gusts to 43 last night. I checked locally on Wed and we will go up to the big line tomorrow and Sunday.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/11 08:01 PM

SJ: "entitlements" seems to be a lot of that lately.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/11 08:19 PM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
Burr....that wind gets me every time!



Wow, that's gotta be some strong wind to get through all that insulation. laugh
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/11 01:10 AM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
SJ: "entitlements" seems to be a lot of that lately.



Has she named it yet ?? LOL
Posted By: AK4Life

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/11 01:18 AM

Went out with the boys today (5&9)
It was a bit breezy. Here is the "It's 10 degrees and 20 mph winds and you want to stop and take a picture... Seriously?" look from my boys.(plus a little sun in the eyes) They were troopers. Came back empty handed but had a good time.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/11 04:32 AM

Gonna go below zero tonite, and still blowing 80 mph. Wind chill off the chart.
I was going up tomorrow, but my line will probably have air temps (top of line), of around minus 10, and will get the full brunt of the 80 mph winds. Not into those wind-chill factors. Especially for a walk-in line.
Going Sunday, instead. Wind should slack off, at least that's what I'm telling myself.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/11 07:01 AM

More kittie pics
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/11 04:29 PM

I have chopped out beaver and otter and even a coyote, now I can add lynx to the list. This is a great spot that is worth a few cats last year and this is the second this year, but I stuck with it too long and it got me.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/11 05:16 PM

OUCH, that sucks! Couldn't set a foot hold under that tree to the left up on the bank with a bit of lure and some show?

-TJ
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/11 05:57 PM

YJ:
Great kittie photo! Very sharp
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/11 06:00 PM

Wow, Nooksack, it looks like it must have been difficult to even find a non-slippery place to stand while you chopped. What a chore! I hope it was a really nice cat after having to go to all THAT work.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/11 07:00 PM

Ouch Nooksack!!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/11 07:10 PM

ouch
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/11 07:11 PM

Oh man I have had some frozen in canines before but don't recall anything that bad. Hope you had a ice pick handy or did you have to do it with an axe?
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/16/11 08:05 AM

It got better, had enough water running under the fresh frozen overflow to keep the hole full as I chopped.

Tj, That is probably a good idea, I don't put out a whole lot of traps, run mostly snares to cover ground a little quicker. I will put one in there for you with a mallard wing and let you know what happens.

Otterman, short handled axe. Needed my water trapping gauntlets.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/16/11 11:43 AM

Here is a blast from the past. 51 pages of the second Almighty thread.
Once removed from the original that took down the house. ;0)

http://www.trapperman.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/16382/1.html
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/16/11 04:33 PM

Nook, that just sucks with the water back filling as you chop. I bet you were covered when it was done, just like that cat looks.

I would keep it simple under that tree. No big cubby as it looks to be pretty protected under there. Just a wing with some lure and a trap under it. And if you wanted to get tricky, hang a few snares around it where there are spots.

-TJ
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/16/11 05:03 PM

Thanks FT :-)
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/16/11 09:54 PM

A head's up for any Alaskans shoot the .450 Marlin.


Marlin has dropped the .450 Marlin from their 2011 catalog. Only Browning has a rifle that is chambered in the .450 Marlin. Might want to stock up on .450 ammo if Browning drops the .450 from their line up.
Posted By: Minker

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/17/11 04:43 AM

not surprized , the .450 marlin wasn't a good idea from the get go .

sales of the guide guns in 45/70 have much higher, being the die hard classic cartridge it is hard to compeat against.
Posted By: mad_mike

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/17/11 04:47 AM

I watched a dude take a shot at a deer on a typical rainy SE AK day. I wasn't impressed with the tumbling vapor trail that clearly missed it's mark.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/20/11 09:57 AM

Just bought a bunch of foam for building snowmobile seats. Going to build storage compartment seats for my bravo and 340 polaris. Anyways wanted to let you know that all foam is 50% off at JoAnn's fabric in Anchorage if you need foam for seat cushion of any kind. 5 inch foam 2 ft wide was $89 a yard. Now half that.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/20/11 04:24 PM

FT:
Good price on the foam. Just bought some to redo our dining room set chairs.
Posted By: sharksinthesalsa

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/21/11 03:53 AM

i got the vinyl there too....i forgot what the prices was for that...maybe 20 a yard or something like that
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/22/11 04:42 PM

Fox do climb..this one is in a #1

it was also showing signs of rub on the rear,hard crusty snow we have,wore them down fast.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/22/11 05:33 PM

Originally Posted By: akmarten907
yukonjeff, do we leave the front legs inside for the lynx? I never saw that before, only on fox. Maybe I never did them right(lynx)? Would turning the otters fur side out be beneficial?

Nick


If you are shipping to one of the auctions or selling to a buyer that ships to the auction leave the front legs in on all fur that is turned fur side out. Lynx, coyote, fox, & marten. On wolves and wolverine you can turn them out or leave them in. When out on wolverine and wolves it is easier for the taxi market to see a completed job.

Do not turn otter, mink, muskrats, squirrels, or ermine.

Lynx are graded mostly by the belly fur for clarity and quality. The front legs left in makes a far better presentation. The primary reason for tucking in to prevent damage, specially in the drumming process. Front legs can tear easily in handling or drumming.
Posted By: sharksinthesalsa

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/22/11 07:38 PM

Was it dead when you got there ,yukon?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/22/11 07:57 PM

Froze solid.....been cold here,I check every two days
Posted By: sharksinthesalsa

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/22/11 08:07 PM

Good catch
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/23/11 03:54 AM

so, was that a ground set, and he ended up that way?

Or was that a marten set he got caught in?
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/23/11 04:21 AM

Way cool. looks like a marten hanging like that.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/23/11 05:08 PM

Yes, that was a Marten set..but since we have more fox than Marten on my line I am not suprised
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/23/11 07:37 PM

The craft thread is gone again, right? It's not just me?
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/24/11 05:08 AM

Which do you mean. Your post on your website is still up if that is the one your looking for.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/25/11 03:23 AM

No the Craft FORUM I should have said, where everyone could sell.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/25/11 04:49 AM

The craft forum like last year was just for the Christmas season
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/25/11 04:54 AM

I thought so, just making sure it wasn't just me...LOL!!
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 02:09 AM

This is embarrassing but I thought I would share. It may help to remind the forgetful types like myself to make sure you have all of the gear even if you doubt you'll need it. I was about 25 miles from home checking sets the ice started to have a little overflow here and there slowly getting worse the farther upstream I went. I was running in 6 inches of water with about an inch of ice on top. Tough to steer in and I gradually drifted out on this corner. I was not moving very fast and as soon I it got deep I did not have time to pin it before the clutch was wet. I sunk. I jumped up on the seat wondering how I was going to get out of this mess and if I had fire starter in my pockets somewhere. I quickly pulled my back pack off the back and tossed it in the sled. Great feature of the Cross fox sled it floats and is a place to put all of your clothes when you strip down to get in the water. Took every thing off except for my hat unhooked the sled and got in the water breaking a trail to shore. Once there got dressed and set about building a fire and setting aside a pile of wood. Then I stripped back down and waded out to pull the machine to the bank. This picture was taken after the first session of pulling. Didn't get to far before I had to get back to the fire to regain the feeling in my feet and hands. The second try got closer but then out of the deep water the full weight of the machine was realized and it was difficult to get a purchase on the bottom with numb feet and no traction. An extra pair of socks to use here would have been nice. I did get close enough to use a short piece of rope I had to tie to a ski and then climb back out to the fire. Once warmed up and fully clothed I waded back out and put a truckers cinch in the line between an alder and the sled to cinch it up as tight as possible then pull a little bit at a time, retie and repeat until I could get close enough to grab a ski. At this point I drug it into 10 inches of water pulled the plugs and spent the next hour or so cranking out the water drying the plugs adding a little fuel until it began to run again. I got into this mess because I stopped giving overflow the respect it deserves and became over confident. I learned a lesson and was lucky to get out of it with a few cuts in my feet and legs and a little swelling from frostbite in the toes on one foot.
And yes another cat in the ice that is his ear sticking out. Should have listened to Otterman and had a spud along.



Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 02:24 AM

Holy cow! Glad you made it home.
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 02:32 AM

X2
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 02:39 AM

wow, that's crazy, I need to learn a trucker hitch...I'm glad you are ok, that could have been bad...
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 02:45 AM

wow.... That is insane...

Nice work prioritizing and keeping your cool to get to shore and stay warm. Great composure in getting the machine out, staying warm, alive and self rescuing.

That is where the bunny boots work, (i don;t own a pair, but should)......

That is also where it pays to have quality gear, that isulates when warm, dries quickly and performs as you expect it to.

Glad to see everything worked out. only thing I would have done, was NOT document that ice cube, errr, lynx.
Posted By: HFT AK

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 02:53 AM

Man! Glad to hear your OK! X2 what Hup said. On the bright side I bet you were very warm by the time you got that kitty out!
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 03:11 AM

Holy Cow Nooksack! I'm impressed with your cool in the situation too. Great recovery. I'm so glad we are hearing the story from you - if you catch my drift.

I'll learn from your experience and remember - again - that I want to avoid overflow at all costs.

Glad you made it home safe and (almost) sound. I'll be interested to hear how the toes do.
Posted By: T. Meyer

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 03:15 AM

Great job keeping a cool head Nooksack. Definitely a good reminder to the dangers of overflow. Glad you made it out ok.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 05:26 AM

Gees Nooksack glad you made it out of that one ok and a good reminder to all of us to make sure we have what we need along every trip. I am guilty of doing the same too often and it isn't like an extra set of clothes puts a lot of weight or takes up a lot of room in the sled
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 06:37 AM

Nooksak, WOW! Glad you're alright, way to get out of there and get your machine back up running again.



Here's one for ya, oops I drank it blush Glad you're good and got a kitty


Nick
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 08:10 AM

Thanks for posting this Nooksak. There will be those that will benefit from your account. The things we have to go through to teach a lesson sometimes.
Real glad it all turned out well in the end. It will be one of those memories that will stick with you.
Just thinking. A couple of big black trash bags in this situation would make for temporary hip boots to get a guy back to the bank.
I have used them before but not on ice. Save having to strip down and probably keep a guy dry for a short spurt to the bank.
Your having to work for those kitties this year. laugh
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 03:38 PM

Glad you are out safe! I HATE overflow.

-TJ
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 05:37 PM

Glad you made it out okay! Overflow is nasty stuff! I am glad I am not a water traveller! At least not too much! Thanks for sharing that!
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 06:01 PM

Thanks for posting your experience Nooksack. That is a good reminder that we are responsible for getting out of the messes that we get into..

That is exactly the reason why I love bunny boots like Hup said. I ran into the exact same situation a couple winters ago at about -20. Luckily for me, I happened to have a comealong and about 30 feet of rope, not enough rope to reach an anchor on shore so I chopped a hole in the hard ice and put a stout alder in the hole at an almost horizontal angle and sat on it above where the comealong attached. It gave me enough of an anchor to inch the snomachine to the shelf ice with a million stops to retie the rope shorter. The lesson I learned (hopfully) was to bring a Ropealong and 100' of amsteel type rope. Takes a bit of room on the machine (I dont generally tow a sled) but since 90% of my line is over water of some sort, it is worth it..
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 06:52 PM

NS:
Very impressive the way you kept your head and didn't panic. Problably the most important item. I always dislike the room a ropalong and other gear takes up but not a problem when you need it. Depending on how you break through there is also the possibility everything in the snowmobile may be inaccessible. It has always amazed me how a warm running engine can be immersed in cold water and start up. After you pull the plug or plugs and cycle out the water what did you use to put gas back in the plug hole?
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 07:17 PM

Thats a good point Ubob. I oughta put a spare chunk of fuel hose in my kit for repairs or to get fuel into the plug holes...
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 07:27 PM

Originally Posted By: Pittu
Thats a good point Ubob. I oughta put a spare chunk of fuel hose in my kit for repairs or to get fuel into the plug holes...


Get one of those jiggle syphons at AIH....

They are the way to go...
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/26/11 11:08 PM

Might just be a good time to review some of our safety items we carry and post here for others to glean.
I keep a lighter in pocket for the times I might not be able to get to a pack on the machine. But I don't go anywhere without my propane elec torch in my pack. I use it for a lot of things but it is the best at making fires fast.

Some other uses include. de-icing my tools, icepicks, traps, undercarriage etc. I have heated nails up red hot when I needed needed to make holes for windshield repairs. Cooked soup. Worth investing in a good one.

Cooked canned clams

Too warm for a fire in the tent.


Sat phone
VHV in Delta anyways. Most homes have on. Planes use them.
Electric Tape
Tie wire
A few extra nuts and bolts of various lengths and sizes.
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/27/11 01:40 AM

That comment about nuts and bolts is spot on! In combination with an inexpensive socket set and a cresent wrench you can get yourself out of a lot of jams! We keep one of those torch heads at camp, really nice for getting the wood stove fired up.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/27/11 02:34 AM

Tools are a given for sure.
I find a set of sockets, open end wrenches and two screwdrivers, pliers, and a visegrip is the usual.
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/27/11 04:59 AM

Len, what kind of rifle you got tucked under your cot? Looks like a dandy smile
I've got to get me one of those electorch attachments, also a foldable handsaw would be in the box as well(thats if I travel or decide to scout around long distances). I'm not a longliner yet but glad to see the comments and suggestions of seasoned trappers here giving pointers to others that decide to get at it hard for awhile.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/27/11 05:29 AM

Wasn't mine but I believe it was a Winchester model_70 30/06.
Saws- don't get me started on saws. laugh
Posted By: sharksinthesalsa

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/27/11 05:32 AM

on the old tundras...the primer fuel line can be unraveled and will reach the cylinder
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/27/11 03:03 PM

Bob, I capped the fuel can spout with my hand to pull some from the can and pour. It is pain to do anything with the engine/carbs on a Rev chassis.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/27/11 10:15 PM

I always carried a used shotgun shell and kept a length of fuel line for siphoning when my fuel was to low to get the shell in tank with a leatherman. When I was having problems with my Honda gen earlier this winter I got away with the wifes turkey baster for awhile but had to replace that. When I did I also ordered a long syringe with a curved pointed tip that works great as long as you clean it out afterwords so the seals don't leak.
BTW that starting problem with the 2k honda turned out to be an old fuel problem.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/28/11 11:13 AM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
BTW that starting problem with the 2k honda turned out to be an old fuel problem.


There is no fuel like an old fuel.....! smile
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/28/11 05:38 PM

PF:
How well I know.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/28/11 05:52 PM

Bob, the ONLY problems I have ever had with the 2k hondas are fuel related...water and/or old fuel...a little water in the fuel or varnish in the carb sure makes those things surge and just run weird...
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/29/11 07:02 AM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
Saws- don't get me started on saws. laugh


grin I know, I've got the gerber handsaw(sturdy and breaks down) with a bone blade & wood blade in a folded sheath. I saw it and just could resist the $25 price on it. Sure hope that cheap price doesn't mean short lifespan of use. But I did use it a number of times for moose legs smile


I've got to add a shotshell to my bag of things to have with me. I got the fuel line 1/4" just for those types of things but got to get a shotshell.
Posted By: sharksinthesalsa

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/29/11 08:33 AM

i loved my gerber saw!!!!....til it broke....they have a new model this year that is all metal around the folding part...a little heavier maybe but hopefully it will last a while longer...i think it was only a couple of bucks more
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/30/11 02:56 AM

I just picked up 4 saw blades, pruning saw replacement blades off ebay for about $9 apiece plus shipping. The blades are $20 everywhere else. I make a handle out of plywood.
Bar none the best saw I have found for marten trapping. But I have to say since I started using the Stihl 180 on the marten line they don't get the use they use to. But these corona blades are a darn good saw for the snowmobile. Cutting willows etc you can get hung up in etc.
Posted By: wolfnwolverine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/30/11 09:27 PM

I havent noticed anybody say anything about flares, seeings I have them for my boat I just throw it in my action packer and I also have a safety vest for the visibility for the unknown cercumstance. My trapline gun is the henry U.S. survival 22 lr. barrel goes in stock reciever and spare clip also and it floats and pretty light weight. works awesome on sheep hunts and other hunts also.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/30/11 09:51 PM

Waterrat:
Saw a photo of your bride and her moose in todays issue of the Anchorage Dail Worker.
Posted By: mattyak

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/30/11 10:13 PM

great thread!

Its probably been mentioned before but things that never leave my coat or bibs. (Doesnt matter how much stuff you have if your machine goes swimming)
-pocket knife
-lighter and matches (cant put a price on a flame)
-compass (batteries die)
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/30/11 11:22 PM

Mattyak
Welcome to the board. Wondered how long it would take you to surface.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/31/11 04:36 PM

Welcome back White
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/31/11 04:46 PM

Thanks Jeff. The shower felt great. Your set worked well for me. Great photo.....again.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/31/11 04:50 PM

Good Deal!,...I seen a couple Gulo caught in it,bu never been that lucky myself,I did miss one once.
you need to build a steam at camp smile
Posted By: AK4Life

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/31/11 05:12 PM

grin I snared my first Lynx....ever! grin

Thanks to a lot of insight from you guys (special thanks to Family Trapper and his YouTube vids)I snared my first Lynx. Frustration had set in by multiple walk-by's on my cubbies. I changed up my game by making my own snares, a little extra long to reach where I needed them to. Swapped to pen and walk-thru sets, and connected. I am working nights, got up early yesterday afternoon and ran out to snowshoe my traps before work and was completely stoked by the results! Just got home from work, need to go sleep. I took "before and after" pictures of the set. I will try to put them in their own post in a couple of days. Here is a pic from my phone.
Once again guys, Thank You.

Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/31/11 05:30 PM

Welcome back Ken, Sorry things didn't work out as well as you would have liked. Okie musta been there before you got there :-)
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/31/11 05:52 PM

I think so. There was hot sauce all over the place.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/03/11 06:05 PM

Man we got dumped on last night! It started around 6pm as a light fluffy snow fall and woke up this morning to something like 14 inches and still getting an occasional shower gonna be fun digging traps out after this at least it isn't wet
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/03/11 06:43 PM

I'm glad we didn't get that!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/03/11 08:35 PM

I just got shoveled out around the house and there was more than I thought fired up the 340 and busted the trail open to the flats snow over the hood the whole way. Tomorrow is going to be an interesting day
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/03/11 08:42 PM

Good luck Todd! Be safe!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/03/11 09:02 PM

We're getting it now.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/04/11 02:43 PM

More drifted snow than I thought. Like OM lots of snow over the hood. Probably change in a couple days.
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/04/11 05:58 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
I think so. There was hot sauce all over the place.


Yup.......he was there :-)
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/05/11 10:10 AM

Nice catch Ak4Life! I see it almost reached its rifle laugh
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/05/11 05:23 PM

I went out yesterday got across the river and by the time I got to the end of my line I had run out of it only 3 or 4 inches of new snow. Was a fun run I picked up some fur including a coyote. I don't see too many of them first one I have brought home in about 5 yrs
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/05/11 05:30 PM

Good deal on the coyote..they are pretty rare around here,I have seen just a few caught here.
I made my run yesterday as well,picked up 4 of these,my trapline is pretty borring..lol
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/05/11 06:34 PM

They seem to be up here I know of two others caught this year and I saw 2 one day but was unable to get to them due to low snow at the time. I guess someone took a picture of one this week right down town. Sure wish I could find a pocket of cats I haven't caught one in over 25 yrs in fact I have only got 3 in 29 yrs trapping up here got them all the first 2 yrs
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/05/11 06:52 PM

I have seen about 4 coyotes caught here In the last two decades,I have yet to get one.
and the cats were scarce here in them days as well,and I waited the 10 yrs for the cycle to peak, and it never came in 15..so the last 5 yrs or so we have been building,shuld be getting close to the crash here soon,still good bunny numbers though.
if you have brush and bunnies you will get Lynx eventualy....we have high numbers of lynx right on the coast here,and thats in minnnimal cover as you well know.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/07/11 05:32 AM

Thank you Mods!!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/07/11 06:05 AM

YJ I have been waiting almost 30 yrs for that peak it all boils down to for whatever reason the Nushagak /Wood river drainages of Bristol Bay just don't hold rabbits or cats in any number. I think the last high I saw was the first few yrs I was here and there were several cats caught in the village but after a few years they disappeared. My nephew said he finally saw a lynx track when he saw his first one ever and he is 24 yrs old and becoming quite an accomplished trapper. He got 2 wolves this week his brother got 3 smile
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/07/11 06:13 AM

They were missing from the Delta for years. YJ do you remember seeing any in the 80's Wasn't until around 95 that they showed up. Steady increase since. When I was there in 85 elders in Kotlik talked about how plentiful they remember seeing them way back when. My 8 years in Russian Mission prior to 95 I saw one track.
They are quite impressive how they can take the trapping pressure out here. Their ability to move in and fill in where cats are taken the year before is amazing.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/07/11 02:48 PM

In the early 80s they were rare around here I seen just a few tracks in certain places only,I remember having a good year back then and caught 3 smile but pretty hungry country back then,the fox were even scarce,after comming off the high prices of the late 70s pretty much kept even them down,thats when people trapped for a living around here.
today, we have them spilling out of the hills and filling almost every river,and slough has Lynx,even close to the village,and they can fill in a heavily trapped erea pretty fast,having said that,we now have around 15 new Lynx trappers here in this village alone,because of us buying fur again,I bought around 100 Lynx so far this year,and expect alot more before the end in March.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/07/11 11:56 PM

My hats off to the the organization you are working with Jeff. It has really been good to see the increase in trapping activity for the locals out here again. It was missing. Adds competition but it is a welcome site. The incentive kwikpakfisheries has provided is awesome for the locals. And having you out there providing support is a real plus.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/11 01:43 AM

Made another mail run today and got back just in time for another Chinook to hit and looks like it broke the ice up in the lake again. Strangest winter yet.

Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/11 04:03 AM

Looks like that was a nice mail run. Does the ice usually freeze up during the winter? Those hills really got me eyeing them to scout around smile
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/11 04:07 AM

Jeff, I wonder if I should move down that way with Basil when he heads back down to MTV smile Sounds like a really healthy population of cats there. Would it be too much to send a few hundred cats up the yukon to here? laugh
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/11 04:52 AM

Thanks Len,they seem dedicated to this, so that is a good thing,the tanned fur sales have been going good as well.
I had to move off some parts of my line to make room,but for the most part everyone is working together,some of the trappers have made a couple grand so far,so fur money in the village again.

and I can send a few cats upriver ,send some marten down smile
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/11 07:13 AM

We are hoping to get some a trapping camp going on here at the school. We have arctic oven tents etc. I know it is on the agenda for sure next winter.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/11 08:35 AM

AK907:
Yes it usually freezes but this year has been stranger than science. The lake has frozen up and broken up four times so far and I've never seen that before. This was three weeks ago
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/11 02:18 PM

Pretty hard to have any confidence in that ice for travel.
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/11 02:20 PM

40% here,driving rain, and blowing 40. I believe our mail service(federal cuts) is about to end,we will be in the same boat as U-Bob.
Here's a $600 mail run!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/11 03:06 PM

WR:
Is there a local list of who is on the choping block with the latest cuts? Where are you getting Robertson time for $600? A Bell Ranger from AKN is 2K for me. Big Bucks but a lot less pucker factor than riding that skakey river. Always feels soo much better coming back on your own track until you start seeing all the water in the track.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 03:19 AM

I bumped into this crew today,was mighty cold out.


Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 03:29 AM

Nice lookin otters..from the picture they appear to be mature ones
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 04:45 AM

YJ did you take a couple home with you before the day was over or did you let them run and play?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 06:02 AM

I let em slide Oman..I have cats to skin when I get home..I do believe they are undervalued and waiting for the $260 days before I hit them again. smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 04:03 PM

Haven't seen Canvasback on here in a long time. Something happen to him ?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 04:26 PM

YJ:
Nice otter shot. Can't believe where I've found there tracks out in the middle of nowhere.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 05:40 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Haven't seen Canvasback on here in a long time. Something happen to him ?



white17:

It's been a crappy month so far.

1. Been MAJOR SICK !!! Ate some Gorton's frozen fish for an early dinner and got sicker than I ever thought possible. sick

2. My crutch slipped out from under me in the Kitchen from a wet spot on the ceramic tile floor , got caught in the Oak chair that is next to the table in the Kitchen. I lost my balance , then my right foot and leg went through the wood crutch and when I fell to the floor, I heard a SNAP!! and that is when the pain hit me. Had a heck of a bruise and red mark on my leg for a while . I thought for sure that I broke it or had a hairline fracture, but the bruises are all healed up and no pain. I think the plastic leg brace kept my leg from breaking.

Trying hard to gain the weight back that I lost while sick. Must have been 10 pounds I lost.

Did you catch much on your trapline this year ?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 05:43 PM

Sounds like my week. Ive been on crutches for the last 8 days. Hope you get put back together soon.

Nope not enough on my line this year to justify the use of fuel looking for it.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 05:44 PM

What happened ???
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 05:48 PM

I jumped off a pile of lumber and wedged my foot under it. Then fell sideways and my femur went over a 2x4 sticker under the bunk of lumber. Thought it was broken. Almost puked. Had it xrayed and they said no breaks but the muscle is torn, 5-6 weeks to heal. Ugly red/black bruise on the side of my leg. Sounds about like what happened to you.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 05:52 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
YJ:
Nice otter shot. Can't believe where I've found there tracks out in the middle of nowhere.


Thanks UB,...I have a new Cannon Rebel I am playing with,I like it so far.

well I hope you old boys heal up soon.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 05:53 PM

I hope they do too.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 06:04 PM

YJ if it had been me they all 4 probably would have gotten a free ride home in my sled smile That's if I could have hit them before they found a hole running otter do not make easy targets and they are quick down a hole if one is handy
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 06:13 PM

If it happens early in the season,before I get all cat crazy I might of also.
they are pretty funny to watch, run and slide on there belly on level ground smile
hopefully otter prices rebound again to what they were a few years ago,and I will be trapping them again,they were my bread and butter a few years back,before the cats came on.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/11 11:35 PM

I always hate driving down the line following tracks knowing there is a set coming up and then seeing this:



As a side note, picked up a cat in a snare this trip that was still alive, but was caught in front of the front legs and further down on the back. I would have expected it to try and pull back out and have brought the snare forward to the neck area at least. Instead, it was sitting there waiting for us:



-TJ
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/14/11 01:16 AM

River locked up again this morning but it didn't take long for the otters to find a hole. Couldn't figure out why my feet were numb when I was out on the deck taking these photos till I checked that the wind chill was -47.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/14/11 01:22 AM

Yeah winter seems to be back. We had minus 35 this morning.
Posted By: Doogie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/14/11 01:34 AM

its left here supposed to be around upper thirtys to low fortys till thrusday, and its already a mess out there.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/14/11 06:04 PM

Here is a picture of a lynx family taken just off the edge of my trapping area. It was taken by a cross country skier.

Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/14/11 06:58 PM

WOW that one has some Boone & Crockett ear tufts !
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/14/11 07:24 PM

I'll say, B&C,P&Y,SCI for sure.

Great pic Ron.

Dang Ken, sorry to hear about your accident. And Canvasback.....dang, couldn't you have got over one thing before add'n more problems. Gortons fish huh. Wife gets breaded blue hake fish from Schwans now and then and ain't to bad for a fish without red meat.

Both of ya.....get well :-)
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/14/11 07:26 PM

Thanks Paul!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/14/11 07:44 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
I bumped into this crew today,was mighty cold out.




I see $650 in profit right there if I could have shot straight.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/14/11 08:11 PM

Kusko when doing that start with the leader it sometimes will confuse the ones following they will even stop and try to encourage it along
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/14/11 08:39 PM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
I bumped into this crew today,was mighty cold out.




I see $650 in profit right there if I could have shot straight.


spray and pray...that's how i'd have done it. smile
Posted By: Moses

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/14/11 08:52 PM

ran into about 5-6 one winter... had just snowed so i took a ride since it was warm. saw something running in the corner of my eye so i checked and sure enuff an otter was running a trail that other 5 were taking. shot the loner then tracked the others into a frozen pond. rounded them up and got them all. traded couple for a rifle.
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/15/11 12:02 AM

Wow Jeff, those otters sure look cool to see running around. I only saw them swimming on the Yukon River mid summer, I did see one munching out on blackfish which was pretty cool. Yes, I shot'em and he's dried now.
Bob, that is strange how that freezes, thaws and breaks like that frown
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/15/11 12:15 AM

Dam, sorry white I missed that injury posting. Sorry to hear, couldn't have been too good for knees either. Wishing you a speedy recovery and keep us posted. Healing at our age is sometimes a slowwwwwer process also.
OB you have to split all the wood and carry the water now ....oops forgot you do that already. smile
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/15/11 12:33 AM

Good job faking that injury White.....the O.B. must be shining on to her workload....that leg excuse is good one. Thanks for the education. smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/15/11 02:30 AM

I'm thinking of incorporating the leg episode as part of the Wife School classes.
Posted By: Doogie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/15/11 03:07 AM

anyone heard from AKpawpincher?
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/15/11 03:12 AM

Originally Posted By: Doogie
anyone heard from AKpawpincher?


I talked to him the other day. He is still kicking.
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/15/11 05:02 AM

I'd like to chat here but have some kindling that needs splitting.........
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/15/11 05:14 AM

he wasnt moving when i opened the box and grabbed him
those suckers wont let go either

Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/15/11 05:31 AM

Holy buckets LB, looks like a wild one there eek
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/16/11 03:27 PM

white17:

Bunch of heavy snow headed for Mcgrath today. Take it easy shoveling on those crutches !
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/16/11 05:17 PM

I got Barb a new shovel !
Posted By: scalloper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/16/11 06:54 PM

I saw a show last week filmed in AK. They showed a couple that lived in ANWR. They had lived there some 30 years. Their cabin was 125 miles above the artic. They said they fly out 2 times a year. How would you make money enough to fly out 1-2 times a year? I have no idea what it would cost but I would think it would represent many martin pelts. And how could you deal with no sun light for 1-2 months with out a means of elect or sun for solar? Thanks
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/16/11 07:19 PM

The darkness is no problem. Everything is the same as in the light.

Without seeing it, it would be hard to know about their finances. Maybe they guide in the fall or spring. Maybe independently wealthy. Might own a plane.
Posted By: Brian K.

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/16/11 07:23 PM

White, I think he's talking about the Heimo family you tube video.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/16/11 07:39 PM

that sounds like who he is speaking of. They were just on the flying wild alaska show.

My guess is that trip was paid for by the discovery channel, since Tweeto flew from UNK to FBK then to their place to drop them off, then back to UNK in a 185?........ but, maybe not....
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/16/11 07:53 PM

Oh that makes sense. See what I get for not having TV ?
Posted By: scalloper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/16/11 07:54 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
that sounds like who he is speaking of. They were just on the flying wild alaska show.

My guess is that trip was paid for by the discovery channel, since Tweeto flew from UNK to FBK then to their place to drop them off, then back to UNK in a 185?........ but, maybe not....

Yes thats the show.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/11 06:09 PM

W17:
"The darkness is no problem. Everything is the same as in the light."

That is just to profound ! I guess I had the answer to the dark months and just never realized it.
Posted By: wolfnwolverine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/11 06:21 PM

White, you can google heimo korth and theres a decent video thats 52 min. long that some reporter from vbs interviewed him, if your interested.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/11 08:12 PM

Well I know about Heimo and would like to watch the thing but would never be able to download a video that long. Connection is just too slow.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/11 08:21 PM

Supposed to be crazy Aurora tonight, some solar huge solar flares just occured.

Luckily for me, it is supposed to snow all night, so I cna go to bed without guilt and nagging for not staying up....

Maybe I will send the nagger out to watch and report on if you can see the aurora in a blizzard.... grin
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/11 10:02 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Well I know about Heimo and would like to watch the thing but would never be able to download a video that long. Connection is just too slow.


Is your internet connection good enough for Youtube videos ? They have the same video on Youtube.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/11 10:50 PM

I can download a video that might be a minute or so in length but even that will take several minutes to download.

It's just not worth fooling with IMO..
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/18/11 10:32 AM

what's best way to mail a DVD from NY to AK ?
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/18/11 02:15 PM

IMHO, padded and inside the book size Priority Flat Rate box. I think it's $5.20 now.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/18/11 02:19 PM

Originally Posted By: Ol' Blister
IMHO, padded and inside the book size Priority Flat Rate box. I think it's $5.20 now.


Do you and white17 have a DVD player ?
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/18/11 03:59 PM

a what?.....LOL

Yeah, that is what we have instead of TV ;o)
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/18/11 05:05 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Supposed to be crazy Aurora tonight, some solar huge solar flares just occured.

Luckily for me, it is supposed to snow all night, so I cna go to bed without guilt and nagging for not staying up....

Maybe I will send the nagger out to watch and report on if you can see the aurora in a blizzard.... grin


And won't you sleep soundly knowing that the underpaid Local 71 guys at DOTPF will be scraping that snow off the roads at $87/hr so you can go to work on time?!!!!! smile

Pete
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/18/11 08:59 PM

Originally Posted By: Pete in Frbks
And won't you sleep soundly knowing that the underpaid Local 71 guys at DOTPF will be scraping that snow off the roads at $87/hr so you can go to work on time?!!!!! smile

Pete


Everyone knows that they wait till after Morning rush hour to get out there to grade the roads. Only have to do half the job when you have to go around all the stuck cars lining the sides of the road. Then they'll wait till the roads are clear, and be out there late at night making the "sparklies" with the asphalt and grader blade... Sheesh. laugh
Posted By: scalloper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/18/11 09:40 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
I can download a video that might be a minute or so in length but even that will take several minutes to download.

It's just not worth fooling with IMO..

Same here slow but cheep whistle
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/18/11 09:50 PM

Well I can't say mine is cheap. 75$/mo.
Posted By: scalloper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/18/11 10:10 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Well I can't say mine is cheap. 75$/mo.

$19.99/mo for dial up here
Posted By: EurekaTrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/19/11 03:41 AM

Does anyone know what page the gps thread is on? I can't seem to get the search feature to work. Thanks
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/19/11 04:27 AM

Same here. Why don't you start a new one? New technology since last year.
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/19/11 06:35 AM

I tried watching the trapping video's that FT started and those took forever with my GCI wireless connection. It played then stopped loaded more then played stopped and so on, wish my connection was better to watch them better frown
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/19/11 04:05 PM

I pay the big buck for Starband's fast connection (around $100 month) that also has higher bandwidth usage limits. Even with that the only way you can watch video reliably is download it offshift (midnight to 6 am) to avoid getting throttled because of excess usage. Anything live is unreliable but downloading them offshift and playing later is possible if you want to mess with the offshift schedule. After all what do you expect for $1200 a year?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/20/11 02:54 PM

Truly a biggie. First aircraft under 30K since last October happened yesterday afternoon.
Good to know there is still life on the planet.

Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/20/11 07:48 PM

When I see the blue & white planes I think Oh Oh, what did I do? What in my past has come back to haunt me?LOL
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/20/11 08:02 PM

TK:
When you haven't seen any planes in several months they look pretty good.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/20/11 08:07 PM

Was he scouting bear hunting possibilities? LOL couldn't resist smile

Bob do they ever land in on you in the winter to seal your fur and check in?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/21/11 03:48 PM

F2
With all of our weird weather this year I've been expecting some growlers wandering around but so far nothing. Sure they land but I'm not trapping this winter and the conditions haven't been the best for landing. Only made two mail runs this winter and the travel window was closed both times within hours.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 02:33 AM

What's the current price of regular gasoline and Propane in Interior Alaska right now ?
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 02:38 AM

i think its about $3.85 a gallon on gas not sure on propane.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 02:42 AM

Gas here is close to $7 and profane is $235 per 100# bottle
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 02:55 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
Gas here is close to $7 and profane is $235 per 100# bottle


If I have the math right , that propane price works out to about $9.96 a gallon. shocked
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 03:06 AM

Propane is around $4 a gallon in the Valley. Gas last time I was in was $3.65
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 03:06 AM

Could be. I think there's about 23-27 gallons in 100 pounds.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 03:07 AM

Supposed to put 22 gallons in a 100# tank, tho you CAN fit more, that is the correct amount. Just as you're supposed to put 4 gallons in a BBQ tank. wink
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 03:31 AM

Thanks I thought it was around there somewhere
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 03:52 AM

I think the most I've ever pumped into a 100#er is 26gallons... it also depends on the time of year. I can get more in them in the winter... strange, but true.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 04:11 AM

That makes complete sense.
Posted By: chessielover

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 05:16 AM

When I went to the lake on Mon gas was still 4.10 and propane 4.50. Since the spring snow machine season started last week it will probably jump up now.

Bob, wish I could send all the planes I have been seeing your way. With all the fresh snow they have been chasing the last few wolves left on the line. There was 3 circling the line today trying for those last four left.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 06:17 AM

23.5 gal in a 100# tank , do not put more propane in them! You do not know where the person will store it!!
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 06:30 AM

$5.65 per gallon gasoline and just about 220 for a 100# bottle.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 06:46 AM

Originally Posted By: Pittu
23.5 gal in a 100# tank , do not put more propane in them! You do not know where the person will store it!!


I was told 22 by the Suburban Propane guy... I've only pumped a few 1000 gallons here at the store wink

And now I have to giggle... will 23.5 gallons blow up less than 26 gallons?? LMAO!!
Posted By: garyalaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 07:10 AM

that sound right cause a 40 pounder is 9.5 gallons.....yes fill at -5 and bring inside and you will have issues!! last thing i do every night at work is make sure NONE of my employees left propane bottles on trucks pulled into shop!! It expands quit well with a 70 -80 degree temp change!

just fill it till it blows liquid from the purge valve...been doing it that way for 18 years..never had one blow up yet
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 07:19 AM

Originally Posted By: garyalaska
just fill it till it blows liquid from the purge valve...been doing it that way for 18 years..never had one blow up yet


Exactly!

10 years of pumping that stuff was enough!
Posted By: akntrpr

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 03:03 PM

This topic confirms that the OPD(overfill protection device) was justified to be mandatory. It has a float that shuts off the valve so you can't overfill them anymore. 100# bottles take 22.5 and 20# take 4.5. You can put more in them at cooler temperatures but if you bring them in to warmer temps they expand and blow off the extra propane creating a bomb basically. Thousands of people have been killed from that exactly. Thats why you have to take a class now to pump it and tanks have to have an OPD valve in them. Also you can't carry it inside a vehicle for the same reason. If you put 26 gallons in someones 100# tank you were basically making a potential bomb and endangering peoples lives. As a propane distributor it is state law you or anyone that works for you filling bottles is required to take the class so you don't kill someone by doing that!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 03:51 PM

Good info! thanks~
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 06:28 PM

Originally Posted By: Wolfwoman
Originally Posted By: Pittu
23.5 gal in a 100# tank , do not put more propane in them! You do not know where the person will store it!!


I was told 22 by the Suburban Propane guy... I've only pumped a few 1000 gallons here at the store wink

And now I have to giggle... will 23.5 gallons blow up less than 26 gallons?? LMAO!!


Bonnie...its a pressure vessel...more volume crammed in the bottle, the higher the pressure, especially if the temperature goes up.


Not to be too anal about it, but if you put 26 gallons at -10 F in someones tank and they take it home and put it in their garage or basement, gas expands, pressure goes up and boom. Not hard to make happen..

Bonnie, you should not have been filling peoples tanks without that knowledge, not knocking you, just pointing out the reality of it.

BTW, I believe you can still overfill them bu filling them while they're laying down. Our local guy will only fill them laying down if they are 100% empty so he knows he wont overfill.

Oops, just saw aktraprs post, and agree with him 100$. A friend of mine up near lake louise lost his cabin one winter when they had a freak warm spell, overfilled 100# ers and a combustible construction type (logs)...
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/24/11 08:53 PM

Originally Posted By: Pittu

Bonnie...its a pressure vessel...more volume crammed in the bottle, the higher the pressure, especially if the temperature goes up.


Not to be too anal about it, but if you put 26 gallons at -10 F in someones tank and they take it home and put it in their garage or basement, gas expands, pressure goes up and boom. Not hard to make happen..

Bonnie, you should not have been filling peoples tanks without that knowledge, not knocking you, just pointing out the reality of it.


I guess that's something the propane people failed to tell us when they gave us (minimal) instruction!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/26/11 02:31 AM

Anyone know the answer to this question ??


At what air temperature would persperation freeze on the skin , assuming hypothermia has started to set in.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/26/11 03:24 AM

Do you think you'd be perspiring if you were hypothermic?
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/26/11 04:26 AM

What happens when an irresistible force hits an immovable object?
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/26/11 04:32 AM

Loggerheads...or I sleep on the couch..
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/26/11 04:33 AM

I think they call it in "impasse" though.
Posted By: Brian K.

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/26/11 10:55 AM

canvasback ... you're a wanna be alaska knuckle head. You are the perfect example of the guy who needs to s..., but won't get off the pot.

How much is property? How much would it cost to build this or that. How cold does it get?

Just move up here and find out. I have a feeling you're asking all these same questions to other busy people in Australia and Hawaii.

Nothing personal but you're one of a thousand with the same questions.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/26/11 03:18 PM

Canvasback: Question;

Why did the redneck have a chair built on top of his casket ? (Air temperature not an issue)
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/26/11 03:40 PM

OK, we give up......
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/26/11 04:06 PM

CB gets a shot at it.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/26/11 06:55 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Canvasback: Question;

Why did the redneck have a chair built on top of his casket ? (Air temperature not an issue)


Because he was too cheap to pay for a 2nd casket for his Wife or Mistress??
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/26/11 07:13 PM

Originally Posted By: Brian K.
canvasback ... you're a wanna be alaska knuckle head. You are the perfect example of the guy who needs to s..., but won't get off the pot.

How much is property? How much would it cost to build this or that. How cold does it get?

Just move up here and find out. I have a feeling you're asking all these same questions to other busy people in Australia and Hawaii.

Nothing personal but you're one of a thousand with the same questions.


Nothing wrong with asking questions, most people don't want to raise their hand and ask questions , they would rather let someone else ask the question first.

Life is a continual learning experience. Learn something new everyday.

That is what keeps Ignorosity at bay.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/26/11 07:17 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
Originally Posted By: white17
Canvasback: Question;

Why did the redneck have a chair built on top of his casket ? (Air temperature not an issue)


Because he was too cheap to pay for a 2nd casket for his Wife or Mistress??



Nope. The chair was for Rigor Mortis to set in.
Posted By: Brian K.

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/28/11 10:59 AM

lol at rednecks
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/28/11 03:28 PM

What goes through the woods, but makes NO sound?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/28/11 06:39 PM

Who is the noisiest trapper in the woods ??
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/28/11 06:41 PM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
What goes through the woods, but makes NO sound?



The Alaska Pipeline.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/28/11 06:49 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
Originally Posted By: alaska viking
What goes through the woods, but makes NO sound?



The Alaska Pipeline.


I don't know about that one!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/01/11 04:19 PM

a trail.
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/11 04:26 AM


Passed weekend checking upriver from here, found where a young wolf pee'd on a stump along the river. Only trap I had was the modified bridger #3 four coiled.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/05/11 02:03 PM

With the ice out in front of the house again the ducks moved in and should be seeing the swans in a few weeks. Here is a pair of Goldeneyes in full spring plumage.

Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/05/11 03:40 PM

WOW ! That's duck stamp Bob !
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/05/11 03:41 PM

W17:
The post processing is sure a lot easier when you shoot them with a camera.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/05/11 03:49 PM

Easier to clean eh ?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/06/11 03:46 AM

My season end pic....

I wish....its some we bought this year.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/06/11 04:20 AM

Some big wolverines in that bunch. That second from the right is very nice. The rest is pretty nice too.
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/06/11 04:21 AM

Beautiful.
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/06/11 04:38 AM

very nice way to go jeff
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/06/11 01:55 PM

Yesterday we had our first vistors from the outside world since last September and a good time was had by all. Photo shows Valet parking in the Gash for a good portion of the winter population of two villages.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/06/11 03:12 PM

Soon it will be time for the Scott's Turf Builder and the riding mower and...................the mosquitoes
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/06/11 03:24 PM

W17:
Good point. It was so nice yesterday with no wind and the temps in the 20's it seemed strange to not have mosquitoes.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/06/11 03:32 PM

Does the wind blow enough there to keep them away?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/06/11 08:13 PM

On occasion.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/06/11 08:30 PM

I would have figured it would be fairly often. Wishful thinking probably
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/11 01:35 PM

W17:
To be more correct we get a lot of wind but wish more of it was productive. I have over 15 years of wind data collected and our average is 10.7 mph but a lot of that average is to fast or to variable to be productive for power generation.
Looking at historical weather data yesterday and it was -20 a year ago and +42 yesterday. Just can't get enough of this sun, no wind and no bugs.


This photo is from a run I made downstream to check out the river ice or more correctly said just because it was to nice to set inside.
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/11 02:40 PM

It's been a few since I was in your neck of the tundra. We would walk into Pilot and see if we couldn't get a game of xtratuff basketball going. Is that hoop still there?

One day it was really blowing, no bugs, and I saw some nice caribou. Well I thought I'd take a closer look at this one huge bull. So I head off trying to cut them off. Halfway there, the wind stopped. I literally thought I was going to being killed and eaten by bugs! Was not prepared for that kind of firepower.

Well, hopefully you get more warm weather. You deserve it.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/11 02:53 PM

Nice country ! Lets not talk anymore about bugs just yet......
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/11 02:53 PM

SC:
Been awhile since I've been in your area as well. Hoop was still there but its been awhile since I've been in PIP. Missed the winter carnival this year because the ice wasn't good then. I can tell its been awhile since you have been here when you mention caribou. I guess we deserve the nice stretch as I can remember cold stretches longer than this.
Posted By: chicken

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/11 05:23 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
With the ice out in front of the house again the ducks moved in and should be seeing the swans in a few weeks. Here is a pair of Goldeneyes in full spring plumage.



that is my second favorite duck ever!!!! i know everyone like wood duck or cannies..But MY most favorite is the Black Duck!!! I believe nothing more Regal than that!!!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/11 05:32 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Nice country ! Lets not talk anymore about bugs just yet......


Speaking of bugs, Shouldn't McGoo be overrun with fleas right about now??
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/11 05:35 PM

Lets don't talk about that either !!
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/11 06:11 PM

I think I was up there from 92-99. The guy I fished with would run out past Moller during closures. Every once in a while we were allowed to swim in to the beach. That's how I got my oosik and glass ball collection.

Are there no caribou around there anymore? If I remember right, I saw that bull a couple miles outside of PP. I do remember he was a monster.

One day I kayaked up Dago as far as I could go. Saw one HUGE bear up there. Came around a bend and there he was. Having a ten foot bear stand on his hind legs at ten yards while you are locked into a little piece of plastic was a good heart stopper/starter. Always threatened to make a trip back for those two animals and never did.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/11 06:39 PM

SC:
The caribou have been close to gone for several years and the bears/wolves are dealing with the survivors. I still have a 9 1/4" wide paw print on my living room window. He walked between me and my weapon that was 10 yards away while I was putting up my electric fence this summer and thats a new definition of pucker.
The glass balls have been picked over big time and you really have to work to find them. Like everywhere some things change with time.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/11 07:44 PM

Originally Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5
That's how I got my oosik and glass ball collection.



Old fashion prosthetics?



sorry, cant deny the smartbutt gene today.....great pics Ubob. Really nice...
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/10/11 08:46 AM

What is the last receiving dates for NAFA and FH in Alaska can someone tell me. I am always pushing it with my season ending the end of March. I know ours is usually extended and I can't go by the dates on the Nafa website.
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/10/11 02:55 PM

Pittu-

Oh yeah!!!! grin That's gotta be up for quip of the year! Man, once one of the pack members goes down everyone gets nipped!

I was just making my daughter her early morning mug up, trying to be quiet, and then I read this. Nothing like bursting out in hysterics in a silent house while my pregnant wife sleeps. I hope you understand the mauling I just got. frown
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/10/11 03:03 PM

Do I get credit for the assist? I was reading an old post of mine and I saw where i inadvertantly set up White17 who really dropped the ball on a zinger. He was probably keeping it clean since it was in my wolf journal.

A guy has to type defensively around here. Jeesh.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/10/11 05:11 PM

I rarely make wise cracks at other's expense
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/10/11 05:38 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
I rarely make wise cracks at other's expense


Now that we are all confessing....

I rarely eat and drink excessively......
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/10/11 05:42 PM

I'll vouch for White, but I will say he has the potential to be a cunning linguist at times...

Sorry to jump on that one SC. Some days I blow off steam at work by becoming a virtual juvenile...I would say I should merely get the assist, all I did was connect the dots that you laid down... laugh

BTW, I havent commented on your wolf thread, SC, but rest assured that I am shocked and awed by your photos and writing skills! Thanks and keep nailin' em...
Posted By: Doogie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/10/11 06:25 PM

PML still has oosicks and glass balls, one boat ended up with 4 headsets, another ended up with 2 headsets, a oosick, and a crate of glass balls. And we picked one headset up, the tide was coming up too fast to go after the oosick. Hopefully its my year for a headset.
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/11/11 03:27 AM

I got both my oosiks the hard way. Face plates already cut off and WEEKS dead. Just me, a victornox, and a whole lot of determination.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/12/11 06:26 AM

Made another mail run today while the ice highway and the tropical weather hold up.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/16/11 05:13 PM

Holy ????? Bought a whole frozen chicken for $17.40 in McG!! For that price I want the feathers/guts for bait!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/16/11 05:41 PM

And some eggs
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/16/11 05:48 PM

wow, got 5 about 2 weeks ago at fred meyers, $.88lb... $4 each or so..
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/16/11 05:52 PM

Maybe I need to raise 500 chickens to buy more traps and have a yearly bait supply grin Yea, right.....
Posted By: fat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/11 03:44 AM

Shickens...?? The only reason I eat an egg is I KNOW 1 less yardbird in the world!.....I didnt realize the other white meat had made it all the way ''up north''.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/11 03:48 AM

you mean lynx ?
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/11 03:15 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
you mean lynx ?


Nope. Timothy Treadwell...
Posted By: fat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/11 04:01 PM

Bluegills
Im musta taken glasses off for this pic....
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/11 05:26 PM

Reservoir chickens???
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/11 05:29 PM

Yummmmy!
Posted By: wolfnwolverine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/11 05:31 PM

looks like a perch or two also
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/11 05:51 PM

Originally Posted By: fat
Bluegills
Im musta taken glasses off for this pic....


Why do you take pictures of the bait?? Was it thawing out by your sink to go fishing with it??
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/11 05:53 PM

I would rather eat them any day rather than salmon.
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/11 07:03 PM

I've got to agree Kusko. A lite batter of 'Shore Lunch', a hot cast iron skillet and a stick of butter!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/11 07:07 PM

ooofta! You got me hungry! I remember when "shore lunch" first came out, it was by far the best batter I'd ever had.
Posted By: fat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/11 04:47 AM

I know not the last frontier,but the sandhills are the last frontier of the lower 48... here are a couple more....


A couple different days fun.....Im the good looking one..LOL
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/11 05:00 AM

I'd trade a King Salmon for a mess of bluegills!!
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/11 05:15 AM

Watarrat-that pic looks like the Bay and brings back memories. During my stint in the bay we ate salmon three meals a day for three-four weeks. You start with dinner-baked or fried salmon and rice. The next morning was the left over salmon and rice mixed with ONE egg and fried. Lunch was breakfast smeared on bread. Repeat cycle...X30. I am not exaggerating.

When I started fishing with this guy I was not really a big fan of salmon, but when one is starving it kind of grows on you. Now I love the stuff.

The point being when we were lucky enough to get a King the crew celebrated.

(Here we are putting in 2-3 hundred thousand pounds and the guy wouldn't spring for a steak or chop from the tender, it was insanity)

Thanks for bringing back the memories.
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/11 05:40 AM

Kusko...it's 'ufda' and yes there is something about a succulent gill fillet that is hard to beat! I think it's one of those, "I don't have it here..." things. While back in Wisconsin last time I took my wife out for a walleye fish fry. Man was that good! She couldn't fully appreciate it being from Washington originally, but I made up for it. A nice slab of fresh dark rye bread and 'slaw, tasty!
Posted By: wolfnwolverine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/11 05:48 AM

john my mom brought me 4 packages of walleye in october 2 are gone and saving the other two for the right day. Moms husband is in walleye tournaments in the summer so usually has fish to spare.
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/11 06:01 AM

The right day is the next time you visit Fairbanks! Remember how good I took care of you back in the day! whistle wink
Posted By: WI Coonarse

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/11 10:18 PM

I've been eating so many late ice bluegills my bathroom's starting to smell like an otter toilet.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/11 10:41 PM

Originally Posted By: fat
I know not the last frontier,but the sandhills are the last frontier of the lower 48... here are a couple more....

Do you live in a dwarf house or are you really bigger than a door?


Hey Northway,

We found your dad...
Posted By: fat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/19/11 02:09 AM

Corn-fed beef sized for sure and I seem to get bigger every day....I think I could get down to 350 if I was on dry lot for a day or two and didnt have many clothes on..
It was almost 70 above today so I got in the river and look what I dug up..

Ever look for this kinda stuff there?
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/11 05:30 PM

Hey Takotna......

Chickens are on sale at Fred Meyers, for 89 cents lb....
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/11 05:45 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Hey Takotna......

Chickens are on sale at Fred Meyers, for 89 cents lb....


Going to start boot legging chicken in McG!!
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/11 05:18 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Originally Posted By: fat
I know not the last frontier,but the sandhills are the last frontier of the lower 48... here are a couple more....

Do you live in a dwarf house or are you really bigger than a door?


Hey Northway,

We found your dad...


LMAO! Looks alot like you HUP!!!
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/11 05:50 PM

Originally Posted By: WI Coona$$
I've been eating so many late ice bluegills my bathroom's starting to smell like an otter toilet.

Shouldn't that be ...'late ice bream...' to a Coona$$?
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/11 05:53 PM

Originally Posted By: drasselt
Originally Posted By: WI Coona$$
I've been eating so many late ice bluegills my bathroom's starting to smell like an otter toilet.

Shouldn't that be ...'late ice bream...' to a Coona$$?


I though that Coona$$'S called them Shell crackers?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/11 05:54 PM

..getting bored with cats..
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/11 06:03 PM

I don't see a trap so I'm guessing you've taken up 'Marten Whispering'. Great photo!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/11 06:08 PM

Thanks TA..but he is wearing a bracelet smile
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/11 06:44 AM

Getting pretty mean in the old back yard!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/11 07:09 AM

That is awesome!
Posted By: mtbadger

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/11 07:22 AM

SWEET pic Bob...

Thanks for sharing with us.
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/11 09:38 AM

wow what kind of camera do you use bob
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/11 02:18 PM

GOOD MORNING, ALASKA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


lake effect snow this morning in the land of taxes, taxes and more taxes...

But, the Maple Sap is flowing good today !!!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/11 03:18 PM

S144:
Just got a Canon DSDLR
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/11 03:31 PM

Cool picture Bob, that is why you did all those mail runs this winter.....you had toys coming smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/11 04:18 PM

Great Pic Bob....I got a Canon Rebel smile
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/11 04:21 PM

K:
Thats how we save all that money out here in the bush- until you go online. Impulse buying goes to another level with the problem being the return policy. A 50 mile trip to return it.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/11 11:46 PM

Beautiful pix guys !!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/24/11 06:43 AM

Just got done fleshing two rough skinned beaver. First time using the grizzle getter on a complete job as it is designed and modeled to use by Clint Locklear on his video. Used a Caribou fleshing knife for pushing belly fat. Used about a 10 inch piece of hdp? 1inch thick water line for a temp beam. Kind of make shift but I needed it done in a pinch. Going to make a birch fleshing beam soon. I like the grizzle getter system better than using the Sheffield I believe. One thing I had a problem with on the Shef was not pushing the belly fat first with a dull blade. I would have a tendency to get into the softer belly and woops..
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/24/11 07:21 AM

FT, I'll have to get you to give me a demo on that grizzle getter one of these day's. I've alway's clean skinned them but don't get to do enough beaver to get very good at it. Plus, I'm getting kinda tired whittling the
skin off of 'em.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/24/11 07:44 AM

Spek, you'll love the grizzle getter when you get used to it. I used it to take off that gnarly flesh on the neck of wolverines. On beaver, it's sweet.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/24/11 05:01 PM

Where did you buy the grizzle getter at?? Something I need to look into!
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/24/11 05:29 PM

You will love it. I think I got mine from Kaatz Brothers website.

-TJ
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/24/11 06:26 PM

Thanks! I just googled it and saw it in action on you tube. Looks like something I could use for sure!!!!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/24/11 11:05 PM

Well just like my Sheffield, and Grizzle getter I got on Tman here from pm communication. I got the caribou as a gift from a tman member for turning him on to a great halibut fishing vacation here in Homer. Amazing the connections a guy gets here on tman with a little communication efforts.
I have been staking beaver in the freezer and it is now time to get with it. I like trapping them buggers a lot more than taking care of them.
Spec. the grizzle getter will be in action full force this spring. I have beaver stalked up to overflowing in the freezer. I will give you a call when we get out system worked out. Got my son and a friend line up to do a three way fleshing circus. Time to empty the freezer (s). ;0)
Going to send a bunch to Moyles and get line up to do a bunch of Chome tanned hides to sell for sewing projects. Might even get out my bonis skin sewing machine and see if I can get it working when all is said and done. Met Mike Reardon here in Homer and he has one and is willing to help me get mine lined up and sewing right. I have a pair of otter mukluks in the planning that I have wanted for years. Not that I don't have enough to do but would love to see if I could get my girls into sewing a bit.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/25/11 09:28 PM

Hey Ol'Blister, I read your letter to the editor of Alaska Magazine while I was waiting to check out at the groc store... Good stuff. Thanks for pointing out to the north face army how ridiculous it is when they assign human attributes to animals...
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/26/11 02:46 AM

Len, sound's like you're hammering them. Yeah, give me a shout when you get in beaver skinning mode, I'd like to see that grizzle getter in action.
Thanks.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/26/11 02:51 AM

Caught this tree climbing Arctic fox today,in a wolverien set..suitcased in a 330.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/26/11 04:07 AM

Cool !!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/26/11 06:19 PM

Good shot. Quite a contrast of the white fox in the dark trees. Our ptarmingan are really spooky now that most of the snow is gone and they are still all white. They spend a lot of time up in the alders so the foxes don't get them.
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/26/11 07:56 PM

Thats awesome Yukon..
If you dont mind me asking how much do those go for?
And how often do you get those
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/26/11 09:06 PM

Thanks guys...we still have plenty of snow here..,and Ib they sell local tanned pretty well,around $80-$100 or so (fur market not so much),thats the 3rd one I have caught out of more than 1000 red fox,..got one arctic last year,not far from this one.
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/27/11 04:44 AM

This fellow came down the Copper today and tried to pass by our house incognito, 257 Roberts 120 Speer
Hot Cor @ 3000fps.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/27/11 05:02 AM

WHOA !!! That's one unique looking gulo !
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/27/11 05:07 AM

Woo hoo!
Posted By: FullFreezer

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/27/11 05:33 AM

nice
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/27/11 06:04 AM

Jeff and Waterrat...wow on both parts. I would like to see more of that gulo.
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/27/11 06:39 AM

Mr Mayor,,It's skinned out and in the freezer until the fur handler gets over her spring seal & pike fishing frenzy. Jeff we haven't gotten a gulo in a pole set yet as they are full of fox & otters, beats me why they climb excepting the fact there's a pile of them here.

Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/27/11 06:50 AM

I'm jealous. I'd love to catch pike that big and the seal....well, that's a given.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/27/11 05:14 PM

Fresh seal,sounds pretty good about now...
and people here are catching/drying pike,...they get pretty seriouse about it this time of year.
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/27/11 09:26 PM

That's a cool wolverine, pretty nice to see that wandering down the river!
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/27/11 09:43 PM

Nice light colored wolverine there Jim!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/28/11 03:16 PM

WR:Nice Wolverine.

They are a little late this spring but always nice to see springs first arrivals.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/28/11 03:23 PM

Cool pic Bob...it will be another month before they show up here,and then we can .....err...um...take picture of them smile
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/28/11 04:21 PM

YJ: They are tough in a lot of ways. We have had them winter here where they had all they could do to keep a patch of water open. They just look out of place swimming around a small opening in heavy snow and below zero temps. When is your average ice out?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/28/11 04:29 PM

Thats crazy..is it mostly swans?..here the geese show up on April 21 or very near that every year,the Yukon wont go out until mid- late May,so they basicly hang out on frozen sandbars waiting,till it warms and melts some puddle water at least.
its still quite winter here when they show up,so we are able to hunt with snowmachiens for a couple of weeks before the ice is gone.
Posted By: mainetrapper2011

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/28/11 04:30 PM

thats a nice pike buddys of ours caught some 40 plus inch ones through the ice in january
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/28/11 04:52 PM

YK:
Almost all swans at first with a scattering of ducks. If there is such a thing as normal our river ice is usually out by the last week of April first week of May. We are out here earlier because of the rapids and that is what congregates the birds here waiting for the ponds etc to break up. I've see the ice last till end of May and also had winters where I went all the way to village for mail every month of the winter by skiff.
We are getting colder here the past few evenings so when the ice goes out of the lake again it will be the fifth time this winter which is a record for us.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/28/11 07:12 PM

Here we have ice that stays all winter after freeze up in early Nov,I guess I should be thankfull.I would not like to see breakup,that many times in a winter!

(on a side note:..does anyone know the last recieving date for nafa there in Wasilla?)
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/28/11 08:56 PM

Wild Fur Last Receiving Dates
2010/2011
Wild Fur
Sale Date: May 28 – June 2, 2011 – Last Receiving Date: April 11, 2011

This is on the NAFA site, I think there is a couple extra days but better call first.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/28/11 09:30 PM

Originally Posted By: takotna
Wild Fur Last Receiving Dates
2010/2011
Wild Fur
Sale Date: May 28 – June 2, 2011 – Last Receiving Date: April 11, 2011

This is on the NAFA site, I think there is a couple extra days but better call first.


Thanks Takotna! I guess I better get skinning and fleshing!
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/28/11 09:32 PM

I am taking fur through April 18th, not sure about Abby but would expect the same. I know that the Stoughton, WI office extends it an extra seven days for Alaskan shippers to insure that as much fur makes it in as possible.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/29/11 12:32 AM

Thanks Guys..looks like I still have some time smile
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/29/11 12:37 AM

Ol' Blister...Nice comment in the Alaska Magazine. I spent some time reading back issues this past weekend and saw your comment on the beavers. Well Done!
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/29/11 02:59 AM

Thanks Trappin, Sometimes it feels like swimming against the tide, but we have to keep trying, huh?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/29/11 05:37 AM

have been picking up a few marten here as the end nears,got this dark one today fur looks pretty nice still.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/29/11 05:49 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff


Something ate the NOSE off that moose....
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/29/11 05:51 AM

and here comes the pic. LOL
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/29/11 05:54 AM

lol..I took the nose off with and axe,for another set down the road..
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/29/11 06:05 AM

YJ, I figured you had it for dinner thats what happens to all the ones that come home here
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/29/11 06:39 AM

Nice dark marten YJ, now if a guy could get a 100 of those......
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/29/11 06:53 AM

What the heck Jeff. I think that one must of got cross bred with one of the local mink. Thats a beauty.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/29/11 04:42 PM

That is the darkest one I have caught,I wish I could catch 100,I would take pale ones even :),but I will have to settle for the dozen I have caught and hope for next year,my cat line seamed to peter out at the end,so possibly the crash is comming and in that case, will have to be a full time Marten trapper soon..it sure is easy compared to skinning cats smile
Posted By: trapperbobs

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/29/11 05:24 PM

The two I got this year were nice and dark, but two does not make a very big bundle.


Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/31/11 04:01 AM

Wow they are dark.
Here is a funny. At least it made me laugh.
Newhouse posted beaver tails for sale in the trapshed and a guy asked what someone does with them.


Someone posted.
"Prosthetic surgery...... Girls go wild if you can lick your eyebrows......"


Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/11 03:44 AM

End of the line for me,..just putting up the last bit of fur,(most already sent out),its been a good year,if prices hold I should make a enough to trap again next year smile
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/11 04:39 PM

Off to NAFA with the second half of the season marten.

Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/11 04:59 PM

nice hope the price holds or advances
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/11 05:22 PM

Nice!
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/11 05:25 PM

Wow, does that ever look nice Takotna! Lots of times, flying over your stomping grounds, I wonder if some snow machine trail I see down there is yours.
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/03/11 01:00 AM

Nice couch, what's all that junk on top of it?
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/03/11 01:48 AM

Very nice Takotna. Lots of work involved there. Your my inspiration.!!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/03/11 05:17 PM

Nice pile of $100 bills there..even a few darkies smile
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/04/11 05:40 PM

Jeff are you thinking $100.00 avg at the June sale? What have you been hearing?
Posted By: trunew

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/05/11 11:16 AM

I know I don't post often but my internet trap line that I dream up doesn't even produce. After hitting the villages in SE for a while, time to bring the Aurora back to Prince William Sound. We were supposed to leave this past weekend, but the forecast was really really bad. Making a run for it in the morning, hopefully without a stop in Yakutat. Who knows though, the weather guessers have been wrong before. Yar Har!

CAPE DECISION TO CAPE EDGECUMBE-
1041 PM AKDT MON APR 4 2011
TUE...E WIND 20 KT. SEAS 20 FT SUBSIDING TO 17 FT IN THE
AFTERNOON. SW SWELL. RAIN IN THE AFTERNOON.
.TUE NIGHT...W WIND 25 KT. SEAS 15 FT. SW SWELL.

CAPE EDGECUMBE TO CAPE FAIRWEATHER-
1041 PM AKDT MON APR 4 2011
TUE...SE WIND 15 KT. SEAS 18 FT SUBSIDING TO 15 FT IN THE
AFTERNOON. SW SWELL.
.TUE NIGHT...S WIND 20 KT. SEAS 14 FT. SW SWELL.

CAPE FAIRWEATHER TO ICY CAPE-
1041 PM AKDT MON APR 4 2011
TUE...SE WIND 15 KT. SEAS 16 FT SUBSIDING TO 13 FT IN THE
AFTERNOON. SW SWELL.
.TUE NIGHT...E WIND 15 KT. SEAS 12 FT. SW SWELL.
.WED...W WIND 15 KT. SEAS 12 FT. SW SWELL.
.WED NIGHT...W WIND 15 KT. SEAS 13 FT. SW SWELL.

ICY CAPE TO CAPE SUCKLING-
1041 PM AKDT MON APR 4 2011
TUE NIGHT...S WIND 15 KT. SEAS 11 FT. SW SWELL.
.WED...W WIND 20 KT. SEAS 12 FT. SW SWELL.
.WED NIGHT...NW WIND 10 KT. SEAS 11 FT. SW SWELL.

CAPE SUCKLING TO GORE POINT
400 PM AKDT MON APR 4 2011
WED...NW WIND 25 KT. SEAS 10 FT.
.WED NIGHT...W WIND 15 KT. SEAS 8 FT.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/05/11 12:48 PM

Glad it's you and not me. Be careful. Gaaaaaaaaarr
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/05/11 02:16 PM

Going to be some pukers on there for sure!

-TJ
Posted By: trapped4ever

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/05/11 05:59 PM

That's nice spring weather. You oughta try it on a little boat, while overloading 'er with fish, that's when things get interesting. Trunew, thanks for filling in for the LeConte, we appreciated it.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/05/11 06:22 PM

Herring? If so how did the price compare to last year given the situation in Japan?
Posted By: trapped4ever

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/05/11 06:44 PM

Black cod, halibut. Price is high.
Here's the type weather I like to be in the Gulf for fishing. That's the St. Elias Mtns and Malaspina Glacier, west of Yakutat.

I certainly wouldn't try this on one of "those" days. This is off Lituya Bay.


Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/05/11 06:45 PM

Originally Posted By: drasselt
Herring? If so how did the price compare to last year given the situation in Japan?
Herring prices are a funny thing. Usually an "advance" price is posted, a fraction of the final. But often fishermen don't know the final price for many months, after the product is sold. Not unusual to get a check a year after fishing. Heard $300 a ton starting this year, considerably less than half of last year.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/05/11 07:51 PM

Sounds like they are hedging their bets big time; understandable.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 05:42 PM

I used to have a Norton Sound Herring gillnet permit,the price was $1000. a ton for 10% and another $100 a % above that.
good old days.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 06:51 PM



Old news but picked up these 2 back in February.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 07:01 PM

Originally Posted By: drasselt


Old news but picked up these 2 back in February.


Very nice!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 07:43 PM


Both have nice color. Cool deal. Got any set picts?
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 08:25 PM

FT I don't usually take pictures of sets but I do have a couple:


Kill in background. 15 more snares in brush behind kill. Too late, no action.


Same 2 snares as above. Look at that trail/pee! I think I will reset this next season just in case they swing back by.


Avalanche-killed goat that wolverine had been feeding on. This was challenging it was in a travelled area and nothing good to anchor too, exposed to snow, lost in next avalanche etc.

280 set at base of cottonwood stump. No go. Had pretty high hopes for this set but there are fewer wolverine in this area now due to loss of moose population to brown bears, and so no wolf kills which used to bring the wolverine in.

Decent size 97lbs. I'm doing the stand way back thing for max affect.
Posted By: mtbadger

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 09:17 PM

Man that thing has a big head.....
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 09:20 PM

uh huh and so does the wolf
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 09:25 PM

Very nice. I really like seeing the snare picts. What did you do for anchor. Did you tie off to that mess of alders on the right with the one? Curious as that is the type of options I would be faced with if and when I go after wolves. Didn't know if it would be better to go with a drag or tie off to he base including a number of the small trees.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 09:30 PM

Hey for those of you that use a mac and iphoto. And if you have a mac and are not using it your missing out.
Well I guess if your not using a mac your missing out. laugh Just kidding. Well not really.
Anyways.
Photobucket has a plugin for uploading picts to photobucket. Really works well.

I still like to keep my picts on photo bucket. At least the ones I think that I might post again in the future. Tman is great but I still like to have my own archived.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 09:37 PM

FT both those snares I believe were anchored low due to marginal size of brush. The bigger brush behind the kill was pretty ideal and the snares in there were anchored head high or higher for the most part. I like to carry 3 or 4 6' pieces of 9wire when I go into a kill in case I have to stretch way over to a decent anchor. Extension cables would serve the same purpose.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 09:39 PM

Where does one get a fancy Gamakatzu jacket like that?? Nice pics Tom.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 09:42 PM

In the mail...it just arrived one day unannounced...from a client.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 09:46 PM

Originally Posted By: drasselt
it just arrived one day unannounced...from a client.


just like herpes!!!!!!!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 09:47 PM

Hahahahahaahahahahahaha! Holy crap that's funny!
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 09:50 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Originally Posted By: drasselt
it just arrived one day unannounced...from a client.


just like herpes!!!!!!!


laugh
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/11 09:51 PM

smile smile
Posted By: trunew

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/07/11 09:28 AM

Made it to Cordova (aka Cortucky - Appalachia by the sea) Hardly any wind and only took 33 hours. Passed the fast ferry Chenega, they made it to Juneau under 20 hours. Kinda rolly poley out there, but the best break in the weather. After 2 months or so, finally heading back home to Homer for 3 days before having to go back to work in Ketchikan for 2 weeks in ship yard.

Isn't Gamagatsu Japanese for "very expensive?"
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/07/11 10:19 AM

Tom something that I have picked up from your sets is something I have not done before with coyote, fox or lynx. Double setting side by side. I would normally fence it off tighter. By doubling up you can really keep it open looking and still cover with snares. For lynx and fox anyways I would have placed brush and funneled them. Not having gone after wolves it is good to see this type of set. I am sure the openness is a plus. I noticed the openness on the videos lb just posted in the almighty video thread also.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/07/11 04:48 PM

Len in that particular situation there were actually 2 trails there. The main trail, of course, is going to get snared. Take a look at the first kill pic, the one with the jaw bone, and you can see the fork in the trail back towards the kill. You can also make out faded tracks in the second snare pic which looks the other direction. So since there were 2 trails there were going to be 2 snares!
Had the 2nd, fainter, trail not been there I may well have planted a fairly subtle branch in that hole, or I may have just set another snare; not sure.
The thought at the time was that maybe, just maybe that if the pack returned and approached the kill from that direction, they might get excited and try to race in there a bit and maybe get 2 at once, more or less simultaneously. Or conversely if they came in from the back and got hung up, perhaps 2 would try to charge out side by side, although fleeing I would expect them to exit more shotgun style and scatter. Whatever!
None of that withstanding it seems that wolves, I guess because they are bigger, longer legs, etc., are plenty willing to crash/push/force through ground cover etc that may divert smaller critters AND there are plenty of times when they will push right through the dense spruce trees which to me is the most ideal location to be able to set snares for them.
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/07/11 04:51 PM

Originally Posted By: trunew


Isn't Gamagatsu Japanese for "very expensive?"


I think so. Either that or 'sharp'
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/07/11 04:59 PM

Originally Posted By: drasselt
Originally Posted By: trunew


Isn't Gamagatsu Japanese for "very expensive?"


I think so. Either that or 'sharp'


I would say that Gamakatsu is the word for catch more fish..

Those hooks are sharp, hook deeper and thus hold better. IMO nothing easily or commercially available compares to the quality, not mustad, not eagle claw, not matzuo.... Owners are real close, but still not as good...
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/07/11 05:02 PM

Another thing Len regarding double setting I am not going to change it up much by fencing esp that close to the action zone they have good memories!
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/07/11 05:05 PM

I've been using daiichi x point, size 4 steelhead hooks for sockeye the last few years. Tips dull on the rocks (they all do), but that short, stout shank holds them tight.
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/07/11 05:10 PM

Is that a stainless steel toolbox on your truck?
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/07/11 07:06 PM

Originally Posted By: watarrat
Is that a stainless steel toolbox on your truck?

?
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/07/11 09:49 PM

Originally Posted By: drasselt

None of that withstanding it seems that wolves, I guess because they are bigger, longer legs, etc., are plenty willing to crash/push/force through ground cover etc that may divert smaller critters AND there are plenty of times when they will push right through the dense spruce trees which to me is the most ideal location to be able to set snares for them.


You are right. That moose kill I found earlier this year in the jungle was a prime example. They were bashing their way through DENSE blueberry brush like it was nothing, one after another. The openings were little more than a snout width across. You could have probably hung 1/2 inch cable in there and not seen it...but like your perfect looking setup they never came back to mine either.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/07/11 11:32 PM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
Tom something that I have picked up from your sets is something I have not done before with coyote, fox or lynx. Double setting side by side. I would normally fence it off tighter. By doubling up you can really keep it open looking and still cover with snares. For lynx and fox anyways I would have placed brush and funneled them. Not having gone after wolves it is good to see this type of set. I am sure the openness is a plus. I noticed the openness on the videos lb just posted in the almighty video thread also.


Those photos show that very well. I had that epiphany (that you could use several loops instead of "fencing" off a larger opening) several years ago, but someone had to show it to me. I probably NEVER would have figured it out by my own dumb self!

When I first started doing it, I had some rather immediate and dramatic results.

I now think it is one of the most important tactics available to the serious snare man who wants to catch wolves.

I made sure the tactic was featured prominently in the Alaska Wolf Trapping Manual!

Pete
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/08/11 05:45 AM

Got the manual and DVD. Need to revisit it. Just haven't made the commitment to go after the buggers yet. I alway get a renewed interest when I start seeing others catching them. They are just out of the way enough it doesn't work in my routine. But I do need to add at least one to my wall.
Thanks Pete.
Posted By: Moses

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/08/11 07:31 AM

been trying for them the last few years and nothing yet. had one on a #4 this winter.(know it's small but that was all i had at the time) chewed on everything around it, heart pumping tracking it into thick willows only to find the drag and the trap... no wolf. the drag got caught, wrapped around a few trees until the chain and the wire was tight and pulled out. from there everything got frustrating so i pulled whatever i had and was done for the winter. been working on some snares so i'll use more of those next winter. good pics, like the sets.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/08/11 05:00 PM

Mogie,

Using adequate gear (that will HOLD as well as catch them) is a lesson I learned the hard way!

Unfortunately I educated several wolves before that one sank into my hard head....!

Pete
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/08/11 05:33 PM

Originally Posted By: Pete in Frbks
Unfortunately I educated several wolves before that one sank into my hard head....!

Pete


At least you learned. Look at W17...he went and got married...again.

(no offense to Barb...okay, well maybe a little smile )
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/08/11 06:09 PM

and again and again and again !
Posted By: Moses

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/08/11 06:45 PM

haha... certainly will be investing in a few mb's this summer, make more snares and alot more bait. was talking with one of the guys here in the vill and he had mentioned that there was #6 foot holds that he was interested in. havent heard of #6... any of you guys?
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/08/11 07:09 PM

"and again and again and again !"


That's one of the downfalls of being an adult beverage spokesman and "Most interesting man in the world"
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/08/11 07:24 PM

LOL!!! Sighhhhhhhhh Someone has to do it
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/08/11 07:25 PM

Originally Posted By: mogie
haha... certainly will be investing in a few mb's this summer, make more snares and alot more bait. was talking with one of the guys here in the vill and he had mentioned that there was #6 foot holds that he was interested in. havent heard of #6... any of you guys?


Haven't heard of a #6, but to save you some issues, just buy some #9's. Expensive but well worth the price.
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/08/11 10:58 PM

Originally Posted By: northway
Originally Posted By: mogie
haha... certainly will be investing in a few mb's this summer, make more snares and alot more bait. was talking with one of the guys here in the vill and he had mentioned that there was #6 foot holds that he was interested in. havent heard of #6... any of you guys?


Haven't heard of a #6, but to save you some issues, just buy some #9's. Expensive but well worth the price.


Seems to me years ago when I was buying Livestock Protections, their 6 3/8 double long spring was known as a 6. The 7 and the 8 came along, successfully bigger and now it seems as though the 6 is known as a 4...my memory is kind of going though and I could be making this up. Of course I canned all the pans that came on them so no way to substantiate my claim.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/08/11 10:59 PM

Likely story !
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/09/11 12:28 AM

Spring must be near..catching Sheefish in my net now.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/09/11 05:42 AM

Way to go YJ! Jealous!
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/09/11 07:33 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
Likely story !


Hey White-Are you a student of boxing?

I just wondered because you sure got the jab down.
Stick and move. Jab, jab. Jump to a different thread. Jab, jab. laugh
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/09/11 03:40 PM

Float like a butterfly..............sting like a bee
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/10/11 12:22 AM

Has anyone seen my fly swatter?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/16/11 04:42 PM

First plane under 30k in awhile.
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/16/11 04:45 PM

What a PRETTY sight!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/16/11 06:25 PM

What the heck is that ?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/16/11 07:06 PM

The aircraft is made by Found out of Canada and it is a Bushawk XP that is one of four owned by Fish & Wildlife.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/16/11 07:34 PM

Oh Yeah I did see a Found here once a couple years ago. The feds had it here for just a couple of days. Looked like a cross between a 185, Beaver and a Cub. No strut now that I remember seeing it.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/16/11 07:41 PM

Bob, is that a signal location antenae on the wing's for locateing radio collar's? Look's like something like that on both wing's.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/16/11 07:50 PM

SJ:
Yes. I've talked to them a couple times about it when I saw a collared wolf behind the house. Told me they tracked one collar right to a guys house up North. I've watched them fly some very precise search grids. Hope they have had better luck seeing wolves than I have this winter. Wish some of that effort went into bear counting.
Couple days of nice weather here. We may even get a spring this year.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/16/11 10:19 PM

Thanks Bob. I've only seen the hand held antenae but they looked like that also. Followed a biologist around Homer one time looking for a radio collared moose that needed it's back feet trimmed. He knocked it down with a dart and I trimmed her hooves with a pair of hoof nippers and
a farriers rasp. Her feet were a mess, grown out like sheep horn's.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/19/11 07:28 PM

Should be seeing geese today according to my records. Anybody ? Not much open water.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/19/11 07:39 PM

Apparently, according to the Newsminer, they were here last week or the week before, but I didn't see any until the day before yesterday.

On a different note, while standing knee deep in freezing water on top of ice looking for muskrats yesterday, it occured to me that I have walked through thicker brush, driven through deeper snow, and stood on more questionable ice now that I'm an aspiring trapper than I would have even thought about when I was just an aspiring hunter. And I'm gonna go do it again today after my coffee does it's job!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/19/11 08:01 PM

LOL !
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/19/11 09:32 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Should be seeing geese today according to my records. Anybody ? Not much open water.


there were a few here last week, and ducks the week before that.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/19/11 09:57 PM

Will be blasting them here in about a week or so!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/19/11 10:02 PM

I got the first mallard of the year Sunday have only seen a few geese so far and all a long ways out
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/19/11 11:04 PM

Originally Posted By: otterman
I got the first mallard of the year Sunday have only seen a few geese so far and all a long ways out


NICE!! Haven't seen any birds yet, but waiting for the river to go out, which is usually around April 26th for home and about May 5 for down here.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/19/11 11:14 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Spring must be near..catching Sheefish in my net now.


is that one of them bering cisco's??
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/19/11 11:19 PM

Birds will be showing up here anyday now, and we have enough snow to get out a ways from town, so hunting them is going to be fun for a while.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/11 12:13 AM

No Hup....thats just a whitefish,my net is a 5 1/2" mesh wont catch cisco,they go right through..my buddy is catching them in his 3 1/2" mesh net he got 3 yesterday.

no Birds here yet either..they usualy show on the 21st,..we be waiting
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/11 01:09 AM

Surprising how punctual they are. It's almost always the 19th here.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/11 01:19 AM

Saw a big bunch flying from Creamer's Field toward the Ft. Wainwright airfield this morning.

Pete
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/11 03:02 PM

W17:
We had lots right in front of the house but as other water starts to open up they spread out. This year for the first time I see pairs of swans on the small frozen ponds as they usually don't do that till the ponds open up. Think the swans aren't bothered by foxes but have seen wolves do the deed on them. Speaking of doing the deed can you believe those Goldeneyes doing that in our drinking water?


Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/11 03:18 PM

Shameful behavior !
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/11 03:35 PM

Come on now, what's wrong with a little piggy back ride?????
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/11 06:57 PM

Surprising there were not two or three males around, that is the way it usually works
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/11 08:19 PM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
Surprising there were not two or three males around, that is the way it usually works


Maybe in your expereince it does.....

typically though, it can be done by one..
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/11 08:58 PM

Big day here for the birds, saw close to a hundred of the big honkers here.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/11 10:11 PM

Hup if you have ever spent time in the field in the spring, you will notice this little ritual with ducks called "duck rape" doesn't happen with swans or geese, but with ducks, those drakes are ruthless in the spring, going as far as trying to mount a hen mojo smile
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/11 10:41 PM

Lots of ducks and geese out on the flats and behind the house here,freaking ducks are loud at night,must be the late night duck rape thing happening,wish we could shoot them they gotta taste better in the spring than the fall after eating in the rice/corn feilds vs. the mud up here.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/11 11:24 PM

Fall geese are much better,they have been in the berries all summer,spring birds tend to be on the tough side.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/21/11 03:23 AM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
Hup if you have ever spent time in the field in the spring, you will notice this little ritual with ducks called "duck rape" doesn't happen with swans or geese, but with ducks, those drakes are ruthless in the spring, going as far as trying to mount a hen mojo smile



I'll bet that hurts
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/21/11 05:12 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Fall geese are much better,they have been in the berries all summer,spring birds tend to be on the tough side.


Yes and yes...I love a plucked fall goose. Wow, they are so fat.

You know what I think is better than a fall goose?? A fall ptarmigan. They are absolutely FANTASTIC. Every time a big flock goes by the blind, I make sure to hammer a bunch.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/25/11 04:30 PM

Looks like we might be able to do a spring out after all this year. Ice went out downstream last Friday and we started running ice from the Lake last night. Its the small snow cone stuff but the Lake looks very dark and rotten so it should go soon. Can't believe how early and fast the river went. One 23 foot tide and it was gone as opposed to about a week to 10 days of the ice sloshing back and forth with the tides.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/25/11 04:56 PM

Looks like spring there Bob...we still have a 3 1/2 foot snow base! and huge drifts,spring will be late this year,swans were spotted yesterday,
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/25/11 05:27 PM

Tons of geese flying here.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/25/11 06:45 PM

If this keeps up I'll be glad I didn't put the snowmobile away.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/26/11 03:20 AM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
Tons of geese flying here.

Saw my first flock of geese today..be heading out in the morning smile
have some of our snow Bob smile
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/27/11 10:09 AM

Saw this on a "Thieves" thread on Trapper Talk, thought I'd share.

Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/27/11 05:30 PM

i love that sign
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/30/11 05:57 PM

Ran ice most of yesterday but its all over but the shouting. Some ice left in the lake but hope to get the skiff in the water in the next couple days and do a mail run and some fishing.
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/02/11 08:51 AM

Went out early Sunday morning to see if geese were flying around the island close by and got a goose with a band.







This guy had a very long flight to Alaska, band is from Laurel, Maryland. Caught about three miles downriver from here, Russian Mission, AK. Tasted very good yesterday.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/02/11 04:42 PM

Nick, all the bands I've seen are produced in MD. If you go to the bird banding website, it will walk you through the process and tell you when and where the bird was banded. VERY COOL indeed!

http://www.reportband.gov/
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/02/11 06:04 PM

I got a band off of a hawk killed mallard when I was in high school. I should get on that site and see how old it is now!! smile
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/02/11 08:02 PM

lol, thanks for the website Kusko! Got done entering the info for the bird and turns out it's not from Maryland grin It was banded at Washington, October of 2008.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/02/11 08:08 PM

Wow, nice, so that bird is probably about 4 years old at least.

you are welcome
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/06/11 03:26 AM

Fishing is getting good,will pull my net soon

Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/06/11 06:30 AM

Did you guys and gals get a package of trapping reports from ADF&G this week? Very nice publications, but it made me scratch my head as to why they would spend what had to be a small fortune to print and mail them, rather than just putting them on the web. I reviewed them and then put them in the read magazines stack never to be opened again most likely. I would rather they spent the money on research or habitat enhancement.
Posted By: yask65

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/06/11 11:25 AM

youkon jeff i see the northern pike what are the other fish in the picture ? kind of look like a shad of some type !
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/06/11 02:28 PM

Yep, got a package as well akpawpincher. I was a bit supprised as well, but I like reading them. I really get a kick out of reading all the comments that they get on the trapping survey's. They print them word for word it would appear.

-TJ
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/06/11 03:53 PM

Originally Posted By: yask65
youkon jeff i see the northern pike what are the other fish in the picture ? kind of look like a shad of some type !

They are two differant kinds of Whitefish...good eats...
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/06/11 04:34 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Yep, got a package as well akpawpincher. I was a bit supprised as well, but I like reading them. I really get a kick out of reading all the comments that they get on the trapping survey's. They print them word for word it would appear.

-TJ



I have asked that money question for years. Some at the upper levels of ATA think it's a waste also.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/06/11 04:39 PM

I agree that it is a waste, but the comments section is priceless. Must be fun retyping some of that into the report. I'd have a hard time not correcting some of that spelling....

They should take the questionaires online then they could just print them out instead of having to type it all up. I'm sure they could even use a program that took your answers to all the questions and just created the charts automatically. Maybe they should hire FT, he'd have er done in no time....and we wouldnt have to wait 4 years to read them.... smile
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/07/11 02:34 AM

Those of you suggesting that ADFG put the stuff "online" should remember that once on the website, they will be available to everyone in the world, including the AR types and groups whose favorite hobby is taking the department to court.

Would you want ALL of those comments delivered up and readily available to those folks?
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/07/11 05:46 AM

Guess I am out a job.;0( Was just getting ready for the 2010/2011 Tman Survey!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/08/11 08:34 AM

Originally Posted By: Pete in Frbks
Those of you suggesting that ADFG put the stuff "online" should remember that once on the website, they will be available to everyone in the world, including the AR types and groups whose favorite hobby is taking the department to court.

Would you want ALL of those comments delivered up and readily available to those folks?


If they want the printed version I'm pretty sure all they would have to do is ask. The other question that I have is how useful is the data when only about a third of all trappers in the state even bothered to respond to the surveys. At best they are a skewed sample.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/08/11 05:53 PM

APP,

I agree, BUT I just hate to do anything to make it easier for those SOB's.....!

Pete
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/09/11 06:26 AM

Roger that Pete! Lies, dang lies and statistics! Maybe that's where that saying came from...
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/10/11 12:00 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
dang lies and statistics!


Do you hate statistics as much as you hate algebra? LOL
Posted By: Mr.Long

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/11 12:21 AM

here (in the lower 48...oregon to be specific), pike are junk fish no one likes all the bones in em so the lakes around here are full of them....and they're not frozen either
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/11 12:23 AM

The bigger ones are pretty good..especially through the ice.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/11 03:37 AM

they are simple to clean bonelessly ...... just have to be shown where or how to cut em.

yout tube it.. there are several ways..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3-GLr9bTXM


the BIG ones(over 36") the best cut is the back loins. put fish on its belly, then cut down behind the head, to the backbone, and then fillet the "top" off to the tail...
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/11 04:40 AM

Pike is darned good eating. Just have to know how to cook them! One of the best fish there is. Beautiful white meat.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/11 05:43 AM

Yup...Pike are my favorite fried fish of all the fish we get..real good dried as well.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/11 05:59 AM

Yeah, fried pike is soooooo good! Haven't had it dried! I like half dried whitefish and full dried whitefish also. Half dried for a couple of days and then fried is soooo good also!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/11 06:15 AM

Most everyone here has a bunch of pike hanging on the outside of there porch drying this time of year,..they fillet them good with no bones at all,usualy the smaller ones,they dry faster,no smoke or anything,they have a natural salty taste,kind of taste like dried squid. smile
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/11 02:08 PM

First plane of the year made it in yesterday with the smolt counting crew. Good to see people again.


Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/11 03:05 PM

Thanks for sharing those pictures Bob. I remember the fun of the first visitors.

Congratulations on making it through another one ;o) Did this one seem like a long one for you two?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/11 05:27 PM

OB:
We had the usual cold snaps and associated equipment malfunctions that aren't always fun but that time seemed to go faster than the later part which was better weather and daylight.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/11 06:03 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Most everyone here has a bunch of pike hanging on the outside of there porch drying this time of year,..they fillet them good with no bones at all,usualy the smaller ones,they dry faster,no smoke or anything,they have a natural salty taste,kind of taste like dried squid. smile


That is interesting! Sounds good though!
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/11 06:04 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
First plane of the year made it in yesterday with the smolt counting crew. Good to see people again.





I am sure that is a pleasant sight Bob!
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/11 07:45 PM


We are getting pretty close here as well. It takes a long time for 38" of ice to go away without a huge east-wind blow.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/12/11 12:25 AM

Wont be boating here for awhile yet.the sand bars are just burning off, still good to travel on


Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/12/11 01:37 PM

We saw our first swallows yesterday which used to be a sign there were kings in river but doubt if that holds true anymore. Here is yesterdays sunrise with big wind cloud over MT Puelik. Unusual 40mph NNW wind for this time of year. Sure is nice to have other people in here but we may have talked them to death by now.

Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/15/11 08:07 AM


Ice broke this morning in front of here this morning and ice chunks started flowing afterwards. The ice chunks on the beach that got pushed up were way smaller than I expected. We'll see in a couple days if bigger chunks come on down. Boating soon now smile
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/15/11 05:57 PM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
dang lies and statistics!


Do you hate statistics as much as you hate algebra? LOL


I passed algebra by the skin of my teeth. It will be a cold day on the equator before I do that again! eek Got the boat up and running this week with the new motors on. Good power and plenty fast but lost a little steering at low speed after having to go from a single steering cylinder to a two cylinder set up. Got some T-man terrors coming here in early July to load up the freezers. Looking forward to meeting someone besides Hup... grin


Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 05:43 AM

Holy smokes that looks wicked! Do you used those for trolling salmon also? Good luck!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 06:54 AM

I troll quite a bit, and do a little drifting and jigging, and of course anchor up once in a while for halibut. I shut one down for trolling. The new engines don't foul out like the older ones at low speed so it works out good. I had 225's on it before and it felt a little underpowered, especially climbing big swells. I was going to go with 250's but they had a sale on and I could get the 300's for the same price. Quite a few guys run the 300's here and get much better fuel economy over the 250's. On my break in runs I couldn't go past 4000 rpm (3/4 throttle), but was cruising at 32 mph. I think my best cruise for fuel will be around 25 mph and 3500 rpm's- weather permitting. Always room on the boat for visiting T man-ers!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 07:16 AM

Whew! Sounds sweet! Be safe out there, hope you have good fishing!
Posted By: otter3006

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 07:28 AM

greg thats one sweet boat, i know you are the man. never in town it seems but that one i won tbe forgetting when i see.. good luck on the king derby. my buddy had 4 reds and a king at litnik on friday, go get em . be back thru in june.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 07:52 AM

Saw your ship in. You guys are underway a lot these days! I won't have a slip until June 1 then it's game on. The boat is a bit of a pain to trailer due to being oversized. Be careful out there!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 01:24 PM

akpw:
Very nice. Who built it? Lot to be said for those large outboards other than economy. Got enough speed to outrun weather at 30mph cruise. I have two 454 inboards on a 32 footer similair to yours only a landing craft and my best cruise is 3200 rpm and 32-34mph.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 01:54 PM

Any pics of your boat UB? Having grown up on SW and spent time in boats in both SW and SE I just love seeing pics of the stomping grounds. My wife don't know it yet but we're gonna retire to the boonies, be it in one of those 2 places...course that's a long ways off for this youngun!
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 03:42 PM

very nice looking boat
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 05:01 PM

Thanks! The builder's name is Jon Nichols from Warrenton Or. He has a company called PIC-NIC Welding. He built guide boats for the Columbia River area. This was a demo boat that he built in 2005 and ran for a couple of years guiding sturgeon and salmon. I saved up my pennies, got my 6 pac and bought this boat in 2007 to start my post retirement dream job chartering here in Kodiak. The year after I bought it and started my business, the Feds came out with the halibut IFQ plan for charter operators. I didn't qualify for a permit- based on my date of entry into the fishery. Really a rotten deal for me and about 180 other charter operators here. Halibut was 90% of my business, so rather than pay the high insurance and deal with all the hassles to try to salvage an unsalvagable business, I folded and now just fish for fun. I had motor issues last year that kept me off the water most of the summer, so once again I bit the bullet and bought the new motors. I may have to get my wife a third job... grin
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 05:19 PM

Heck with a boat like that you gotta have alot of freinds grin Sucks about the charter thing,but with the wife working a third job for motor and gas bill it will let you get out more laugh
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 05:25 PM

My real conundrum is that a lot of my friends also have boats, and it would be a heck of a lot cheaper to sell this one and fish with them! All those cliches about owning a boat are true! But it is fun...
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 06:09 PM

AKN: Here is a photo of my boat set up to haul fuel:


AKP:
Sure looks like a well built boat. Mine is a similair story. We had it built as our marine motorhome with a live aboard wheelhouse and planned on touring the west coast of AK with it. Drove it down here from the port of Anchorage and turned it into a utility vehicle hauling fuel and supples. Ran into health issues about that time and really haven't used it and am in the process of selling it. Hate to see it go.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 06:22 PM

Bob,
That's a nice looking boat as well! Hopefully it will sell quick for you. I will hang on to mine for a few more years but will sell it eventually. I look at how much money I put into it and how lean our savings are and it get's harder and harder to justify. Our vehicles are getting pretty old too and someday will have to be replaced. That will be the time the boat finds a new home.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/11 09:19 PM

AKP:
Enjoy it while you can. I sure enjoyed mine just wished it had lasted longer and we could of seen more of the state with it.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/21/11 07:02 PM

What's the weather like where you are? We have had a week of rain with no let up in sight. I got stuff to do that doesn't involve wet.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/21/11 07:58 PM

still kinda wet out this way pawpincher. showers on a daily basis with not much let up in the near future. I hear you though I got a roof to put on the new fur shed and wanted it done before the summer job in the harbor starts on Monday
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/21/11 10:26 PM

AKW:
We have had about a week of real crap wind/rain. The smolt counting crew said it was snowing about 2 am this morning.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/22/11 03:36 AM

Dry, hot, and fires already. Pete is already making his summer cash. Need some rain to get the grass green and keep the fires down.

-TJ
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/22/11 06:14 AM

I guess this is pretty typical for us this time of year, but it sure gets old in a hurry. My wife has me cleaning the house and cooking for her... help!!!!
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/22/11 08:16 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
I guess this is pretty typical for us this time of year, but it sure gets old in a hurry. My wife has me cleaning the house and cooking for her... help!!!!



I feel for you mine has me landscaping and making flower beds,the only good thing about it is I get to cut trees down.....About time to go fishing.

White is there a summer wife school?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/22/11 02:50 PM

We can arrange a class if enough are interested. Lord knows enough need it !
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/22/11 03:57 PM

Pretty sure at this point, my wife would put ME in it.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/22/11 04:00 PM

Have you been on that estrogen therapy again Jon ?
Posted By: cat catcher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 12:13 AM

When do you make a new Almighty thread? at 100 pages?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 12:44 AM

Usually when we get close to 3000 responses. We let the first one go too long and we think it contributed to the site crashing. So we play it a little safer now.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 02:40 AM

Ken I am back in the plus, i put the rake in the wife's hands today and sent her out to rake the yard. Whew, I really thought I was loosing my touch for a while.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 03:04 AM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
Ken I am back in the plus, i put the rake in the wife's hands today and sent her out to rake the yard. Whew, I really thought I was loosing my touch for a while.


You made her rake the tundra?

Way to go...
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 03:25 AM

Yep, I was smiling like the guy in the enzyte commercials.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 12:50 PM

LOL!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 05:23 PM

We are hosting the sockeye smolt counting crew this year and the run is starting to hit its stride. Couple photos of last nights samples.


Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 05:26 PM

what are the bottom fish? they look like they aren't sockeye smolt based on the spots.

Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 05:37 PM

Probably sockeye Hup

http://www.fpc.org/bon_jda/sockeye.html
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 06:15 PM

HR:
Good question as that is exactly what I was trying to document with the photos. The lower photo is two like the top two shown in the second photo. The smaller smolt have the prominent pars (vertical stripes/bars/blobs) and are documented in several books/journals for smolt ID. The most common definition says the pars on sockey are above the lateral line and that seems to be the case except when the are not. MP's link shows a wide variety of photos with par marks in various locations and totally absent. We have found other books/journals that say sockeye smolt do not have spots so a lot of variety in the id info I have found. May be area variations but so far it looks like larger smolt are hard to id with the absence of par marks. It looks like subtle overall shape differences and fin construction are the tie breakers. We are trying to differentiate between the most likely other smolt(coho) and it appears the most definitive characteristic is the par marks being lower or completely below the lateral line. MP's link backs that up.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 06:58 PM

Good info UB. Are the two in the second photo like or are they the exact fish?

I have noticed that a very small number of sockeye will have a few spots along the back, but they are few and far between. Without a journal and a log of numbers, I would have to make a guess that maybe < 2% have the spots.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 07:12 PM

HR:
The two in the 2nd photo are like the ones in the third photo but not the same smolt. I assume you mean the 2% spot estimate relates to adult fish as most of the smolt I am seeing here are spotted along the back. I'm guessing but the par mark visibility may be related to age. The guys were happy last night as it was the first night they netted without snow or rain.
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 10:23 PM

when in doubt look at the gill rakers, little harder on smolt than adults.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/23/11 10:43 PM

MP:
The next time my curiosity gets the best of me I'll know better than to ask or I'll be off counting branchiostegals. At least I got away with misspelling the parr marks.
Bob
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/11 04:03 AM

There's usually some good dolly fishing to be had when the sockeye smolt are on the move! When I used to count smolt, they would really run at night and it was fun tying into big fish that you couldn't see in the dark.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/11 07:04 AM

Going after dollies in the morning if the wind lays down some. Loaded up on 1/8th oz. castmasters for my ultralight. Should be real good by now. I never tried them at night, sounds like fun.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/11 09:25 AM

I've never done the dollies but have gotten some decent Char when the smolt are running
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/11 04:11 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Good info UB. Are the two in the second photo like or are they the exact fish?

I have noticed that a very small number of sockeye will have a few spots along the back, but they are few and far between. Without a journal and a log of numbers, I would have to make a guess that maybe < 2% have the spots.


They are called Kings! LOL!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/11 04:59 PM

Nice Char Bob! I have caught a few dollies with the big pink spots like that during the fall. Really pretty. Wish they got that big here. Headed out to wet a line now. Had to check in first and see what's up.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/24/11 11:40 PM

Where is the Fred Myer store getting their ground beef from? Awful cheap compared to what I am paying for the same product here in NY.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/11 12:20 AM

Nice fish Bob...
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/11 01:15 AM

Well, the dolly fishing was a bust. Rivers were raging from all the rain and the beaches were blown out by the easterlies. Adjusted and went to one of my favorite trout lakes. Caught 25 or so and kept enough for a couple of meals. Made chicken salad out of chicken crap as the saying goes...

Biggest one of the day..


Not the biggest one of the day..

Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/11 02:56 AM

Single egg hooks....Pautzke's Balls O' Fire?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/11 03:13 AM

Pretty good Brother Dave! First one (and the biggest) was on a 1/8 oz. green and silver kastmaster. I had two other hits on the spoon then switched to the Balls O' Fire- fished a couple of feet below a small casting bubble with a single split shot. You da' man!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/11 06:34 AM

Buskin?
Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/11 06:39 AM

nice trout i fished for about half an hour tonight while on a walk with my mom and sister and got a 12" dolly, 8" cutty, and a 16" cutty. there were fish flipping all over the place. it was pretty neat never seen so many trout on that river. i had only planned on make a few casts into my favorite hole so i only brought the rod and my favorite fly. was really wishing i would have brought a dry fly. looked like a great night for it.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/11 07:00 AM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
Buskin?


Nope, we can't fish for rainbows in the Buskin these days, only stocked lakes. There is a small 2 to 3 acre lake on the CG Base out on the penninsula. It doesn't get stocked very often but it doesn't get much pressure either. The otters take many more than the fishermen do. I haven't fished it in a few years, but it seems to be doing pretty good. Fried trout for breakfast in the AM!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/11 07:12 AM

Originally Posted By: cweg94
nice trout i fished for about half an hour tonight while on a walk with my mom and sister and got a 12" dolly, 8" cutty, and a 16" cutty. there were fish flipping all over the place. it was pretty neat never seen so many trout on that river. i had only planned on make a few casts into my favorite hole so i only brought the rod and my favorite fly. was really wishing i would have brought a dry fly. looked like a great night for it.


I haven't caught a cutty in years. I think the last one was in St. Mary's near Glacier N.P. in 1991. Beautiful fish! This lake has heavily wooded shoreline and only a few places to cast from. A lot of surface activity on calm days, but nearly impossible to flyfish except from a tube. Nothing like taking them on a dry though!
Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/11 07:20 AM

i've only got em on dries a couple times but i agree its pretty neat seeing the swirl at the surface and not seeing your fly after that.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/11 06:54 PM

Trout, it's what's for breakfast...
Been a while since we cooked some up for Breakfast... Was it ever good!



Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/11 07:50 PM

nice love em for breakfast. when i was younger and i'd go camping with my grandparents my grandpa would get up extra early so he could go catch a trout for me to have for breakfast. now that i'm older the role has been reversed though. smile
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/25/11 08:10 PM

I grew up in Fl. and my granddad used to fry up fresh crappie and bass roe seved with runny fried eggs and grits. What a feast! I'm sure there are some other southern boys and girls out there that can relate. I didn't have (freshwater) trout until I was in my 20's. My wife absolutely loves the small 8-10" trout fried up, and since she was off work this morning she had breakfast in bed. I am hoping for compensation later... wink
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/26/11 03:12 AM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
Ken I am back in the plus, i put the rake in the wife's hands today and sent her out to rake the yard. Whew, I really thought I was loosing my touch for a while.



That's a relief Jon. We were considering an intervention.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/28/11 02:24 AM

Man is it hot! Thermometer in the shade says 92 at 6 PM.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/28/11 06:46 AM

Ugh.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/28/11 02:21 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Man is it hot! Thermometer in the shade says 92 at 6 PM.


I had an unofficial 89 here yesterday in fire camp at Moose Mountain. We are popping fires like mad. Could be a good ($-wise) summer shaping up. Several big fires going already and lots of firefighters coming into Fairbanks to be shipped out to the camps.

Pete
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/29/11 02:57 PM

We finally broke the 50's yesterday and it felt like the 90's. Actually starting to green up after the heavy rains.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/29/11 04:03 PM

Awsome pic Bob...she must have a den nearby...
just having breakfast.....
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/11 03:07 AM

Getting smokey here
Posted By: onegunsmith

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/11 04:34 AM

The Meade river is breaking up. Spring has come to the Arctic. Almost 40 degrees but feels like 60.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/11 04:46 AM

Send us some of that 40
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/11 04:59 AM

I think those are different age class fish. Sockeye smolts will still have spots until they are ready to hit saltwater. Then they go through the smolting process and turn silver. We just released the last of our fish out here at Main Bay, where we raise sockeyes. All of the fry we are currently raising are spotted right up.
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/11 05:42 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
Getting smokey here
From that Dish Mt fire to the west ?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/11 05:45 AM

That's the one !
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/11 09:13 PM

Take a look at this!!! Fairbanks, AK made the list as one of America's best affordable places to live!!!!! #3 on the list out of 51 places they picked!!


http://images.businessweek.com/slideshows/20110525/america-s-best-affordable-places-2011/slides/3
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/30/11 10:10 PM

Talking about $5.00 a gallon Gasoline again by later in mid July. report by Goldman Saks!

Even if they increase the Permanent Fund payment, will that increase be enough to offset the higher costs associated with increased gas prices ?
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/31/11 01:37 AM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
Talking about $5.00 a gallon Gasoline again by later in mid July. report by Goldman Saks!

Even if they increase the Permanent Fund payment, will that increase be enough to offset the higher costs associated with increased gas prices ?

NO ! Ours went up to $6.72 the other day
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/31/11 04:27 PM

was listening to the TV this morning and thought I heard a familiar voice, looked up to see Pete's name splashed across the screen talking about a fire. Though "He really does work in the summers " smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/31/11 07:55 PM

I thought you all said it was hot in AK ? Only 60 or so in Anchorage.

93 here at the house!! grin grin
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/31/11 08:22 PM

Anchorage isn't Alaska and it's right on the water.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/31/11 09:26 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Anchorage isn't Alaska and it's right on the water.


Anchorage is the Largest Metropolis in Alaska. Anchorage IS Alaska at it's finest! grin

Definition of a Metropolis : " A large and densely populated urban area."

Anchorage has it all!!

Roads, JOBS!!! major shopping centers, Low cost Gasoline and Food!!, access to Hospitals, cheap housing !!, ( Ok, maybe not exactly cheap, per-say, but reasonable enough,

And last , but not least.....


DRUM ROLL!!!!!!!!!!



Anchorage is close to TALKEETNA !!! grin grin cool cool
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/31/11 09:41 PM

Ahhh, so NY City is New York then....... smile

-TJ
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/31/11 09:46 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Ahhh, so NY City is New York then....... smile

-TJ


BARF, GAG, CHOKE,, COUGH,.....

NO!!! NYC should be it's own separate State!! NYC gets the main course and dessert while the rest of the State is having to make do with the table scraps !! cry
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/31/11 10:00 PM

Glad you now see it our way. Anchorage is NOT Alaska.

-TJ
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/01/11 01:05 AM

Speaking of Dessert....

The Restaurant that just reopened has a special on today..


white17, are you ready for this ???????



Strawberry Rhubarb Pie !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

None of that store bought stuff!!! ALL HOMEMADE IN THE RESTAURANT !!!!

$2.50 a slice !!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/01/11 01:26 AM

I get mine free of charge...........
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/01/11 01:54 AM

We have wild Ruhbarb here MMMM..mmmmm
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/01/11 02:07 AM

Originally Posted By: otterman
was listening to the TV this morning and thought I heard a familiar voice, looked up to see Pete's name splashed across the screen talking about a fire. Though "He really does work in the summers " smile


Gotta work so I can afford to trap in the winter! smile

Pete
Posted By: trunew

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/01/11 03:21 AM

Originally Posted By: Pete in Frbks
Originally Posted By: otterman
was listening to the TV this morning and thought I heard a familiar voice, looked up to see Pete's name splashed across the screen talking about a fire. Though "He really does work in the summers " smile


Gotta work so I can afford to trap in the winter! smile

Pete


A quote from Anchorman came to mind, "He was like a god walking amongst mere mortals. He had a voice that could make a wolverine purr, and suits so fine they made Sinatra look like a hobo..."
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/06/11 10:32 PM

white17:

Are you planning on another of those trapline safari contests where you take the winner on the trapline like you did the other time ?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/06/11 10:33 PM

Not planning on it at this time. Why ?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/06/11 10:46 PM

With fur prices on the increase, especially for Red Fox and Coyote, It might make for a profitable trapline. Do you have enough Red Fox and Coyote in that area?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/07/11 12:33 AM

No coyotes in my area thankfully !
Posted By: Richard Phillips

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/11 04:42 AM

I could send you some if you'd like, Ken. LOL.

Hope you and Barb are having a good summer. Been raining here for the past two days; got my garden planted just before it started. Hopefully the upcoming freeze will be over before it comes up.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/11 05:21 AM

Finally got a few dollies in the salt last weekend. Biggest was about 22 inches but still skinny as a hammer handle. The rest were pretty fat and feisty.


Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/11 06:36 AM

Nice!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/11 02:45 PM

Originally Posted By: Richard Phillips
I could send you some if you'd like, Ken. LOL.

Hope you and Barb are having a good summer. Been raining here for the past two days; got my garden planted just before it started. Hopefully the upcoming freeze will be over before it comes up.


That's really thoughtful of you Rick but I really couldn't accept.

We had frost day before yesterday but Barb has been busy planting stuff anyway. Other than Barb getting older, everything going OK here. Are you going to work for Toby this year ?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/12/11 11:44 PM

Finally got out for a little trolling despite the weather, and got a couple of nice kings. Daughter Christine with her 35 pounder.

Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/13/11 04:27 AM

Nice catch Greg..
How did the boat run??

all you need now is a pot puller. grin
Posted By: Richard Phillips

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/13/11 05:44 AM

No Ken, big budget cut for WS and they'll be using their full-time guys to handle that project, so I'll be home this summer. If my wife comes up with any more stuff on her "honey-do" list I might have to volunteer for nothing just to get away from here;, LOL.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/13/11 06:20 AM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Nice catch Greg..
How did the boat run??

all you need now is a pot puller. grin


Boat ran great, pushed it up to 4500 rpm's and 36 mph. A little too bumpy to push any harder. Still have 2500 rpm's to go... lol!
Seems to be real happy around 3850 @ 24.6 mph. Need to reroute my transducer cable though. Something I did with the new wiring and controls is interfering with it. I think I have that pot puller thing worked out! wink See ya' in a couple of weeks!
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/13/11 11:20 PM

Sounds like you are getting a temp pot puller in a couple of weeks.... smile

-TJ
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/13/11 11:22 PM

Saw this in the ADN and find it amazing that on one hand there are dogs running free killing critters, but heaven forbid you might catch one of these guys in a trap and trappers are vilified.

Llama killed by roaming dogs

-TJ
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/14/11 06:58 AM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Sounds like you are getting a temp pot puller in a couple of weeks.... smile

-TJ


I have a couple of 'volunteers'... grin
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/14/11 05:20 PM

The smolt crew went out yesterday with real front door service.

Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/14/11 07:31 PM

You have a pretty fast shutter to stop that prop. Turbo Otter ?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/15/11 04:30 AM

Yup on both. Turbo converted single otter and the shutter speed was 1/8000 sec. Told the pilot as long as he was that close he might as well mow the lawn.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/11 03:02 AM

LOL !! Good idea !



Man we were driving through downtown Anchorage today and it looked like someone opened the door in the L48. I have never sen so many people in Anchorage. What a zoo! And everyone had at least three cameras , Iphone, Ipod, Ipad. Incredible! Let me outa here!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/11 04:54 AM

Cruise ships? We get one here tomorrow that was in ANC and HOM in the last few days.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/11 06:25 AM

Ya we were a buzz with them today. Homer needs some tourists right now. It was down right eery last Sat. I was doing a couple days shot of commercial halibut and happened to be on the spit Sat about 8 am. There were more empty parking spots on spit row than there were cars in front of the charter offices.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/11 04:05 PM

Well I'm sure you'll get your share down that way too.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/11 04:47 PM

You can have some of ours.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/20/11 06:15 AM

Sitka was the worst. 3000 tourists in town at the same time walking around like they were in Disney World. I nearly pasted a couple with my truck as they stepped off the curb with their goofy grinned faces peering intently into the view finder...
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/20/11 03:24 PM

We have over 12,000 today. Somtimes as many as 15,000. I prefer winter.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/20/11 05:25 PM

AV:
I remember working down there in the summer. Getting around anywhere near the docks was like the Midway at the Carnival. Much more real in the winter with gawkers and feather merchants gone.
Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/21/11 02:57 AM

We're heading out tomorrow to catch the thursday sein opening. my skippers saying we are just going to stay out for a month or so. any one else going to be at hidden falls this summer?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/21/11 03:07 AM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
We have over 12,000 today. Somtimes as many as 15,000. I prefer winter.




ugghhhh!
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/22/11 07:30 AM

Originally Posted By: cweg94
We're heading out tomorrow to catch the thursday sein opening. my skippers saying we are just going to stay out for a month or so. any one else going to be at hidden falls this summer?


My old stopping grounds, I used to trap that side of the island some years ago. Good luck
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/11 05:47 AM

The fishing is picking up here on the Yukon,..they are having the first comercial chum opener tonight in Y-1
lots of fish at the moment..no directed king fishery at all though...thats kind of a bummmer....
food for thought....
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/11 02:00 PM

Those potatoes look awful !
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/11 05:29 PM

LMAO!!!!
Posted By: Dale Torma

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/11 02:48 AM

I though the influx of terr- I mean tourists (citiots, fern feelers, I phoneys) is bad in northern Mn. Your situation sounds worse. Maybe the skeeters will drive 'em nuts.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/11 04:37 AM

First load of fish going into the smoke house..(cold smoked)
Posted By: Dale Torma

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/11 05:09 AM

You smoke with alder?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/11 05:17 AM

Cottonwood and some Alder mixed in..smoke for about two weeks.
Posted By: Dale Torma

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/11 05:23 AM

A cold smoking thread would be cool, had some cold smoked salmon and caribou in Aniak, made by the owner of the pizza shop, it was excellent.

I imagine the bark is off of the wood used for smoking?

I have only hot smoked(kippered) fish and game.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/11 05:54 AM

Its not to hard once you get them cut right..and keep a cool smoke on them no heat..I use a small Yukon military stove so it dont get a big fire and cook the fish..it will all fall if that happens..
smoke for two weeks and more or less dry it...then its packed tight into 5 gl buckets and will keep that way with no freezing for a year or two.. good grub for hunting and trapping later in the winter.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/11 06:12 AM

Jeff,
They look great. Do you use a brine to cure before smoking? I always wondered how they are prepped for traditional use.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/11 06:29 AM

Thanks Greg..the weather is nice so they should dry fast (I hope)..there is no brine or salt used..pretty bland..but salt is sprinkled on before eating...most do a salt brine on the strips.
I should add these are Chums...
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/11 06:47 AM

they don't get moldy or go bad in the plastic buckets?

Jeff,
Did the seals bite the meat off that fish in the net and only leave you the head to eat??

the smoke is not to impart flavor, rather to keep the bugs off the fish while it dries right?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/11 07:33 AM

The fish wont mold if put away when they are dry..and packed good in the bucket..around here a woman will put a baby on her back and a layer of cardboard on the fish in the bucket and step it down with there weight to pack it..you can get 25 per bucket if packed good..a layer of seal oil will also keep it from molding,they call that Poke fish..its pretty good.

and yes the Seals left me the best part...

the smoke does keep the flys away and also preserves the fish.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/11 07:03 PM

Jeff, we are in the process of doing the same thing right now. We have 4, 8 foot racks of strips hanging.

How long do you dry them outside before you put them in the smoke?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/11 07:52 PM

Keep them out of the sun and give them a few days to seal up if the weather is decent,keep a tarp over them..if its rainy I will put mine right into the smoke house and start smoking..the King strips are oily and take at least two weeks,and will drip oil much longer sometimes,especialy our kings...and we only use the backs not the bellies they have too much oil..cut at the line that goes down the back..everything below the line is for salt fish,above is the strips..not cut too thick they..will dry faster.

warning if you let it get too hot and they cook you will come back and they will all be laying on the floor..
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/27/11 12:54 AM

I am still trying to duplicate the strip recipe I saw when I was at a fish camp outside St. Mary's. They had a tote of water that they added salt to until either a skinned potato or an egg (could have been raw or hard boiled) floated to the top. They would then dunk strips hanging from a pole into the brine for a set amount of time (seemed short) and then hang to dry and then into the smoke house. They were the best strips I have ever had, but being as I wasn't paying much attention, I don't know what they floated in their to determine the salinity, nor how long they soaked them before hanging. Man I wish I would have taken notes back then.

-TJ
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/27/11 03:32 AM

I do the same 100% brine >20 seconds. I learned how from friends in Pilot.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/27/11 03:37 AM

MP. What do you use to determine the salinity? You just soaked them for 20 seconds or so? Seems like they did them a little longer. Was like 5 minutes or so, but like I said, I wasn't paying attention.

-TJ
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/27/11 03:47 AM

Some do it longer i.e. 5 min. The potato thing is, 100% brine if potato floats. I have mixed salt until it would not disolve anymore and went with it and it has worked well. I hang the strips until the oil starts to sweat and then put them in the smoke house and smoke with alder.

All the years I lived in SE we used fancy time consuming brines. Nowadays an ulu, salt and open air racks are the only way to go for me.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/27/11 12:43 PM

I always wished we could use open air racks for a day or so over here but there just isn't enough wind to keep the flies away. As soon as the fish is cut you need to have it in the smoke. I always used cottonwood on fish and birch on meat. Never used any brine.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/27/11 04:39 PM

The salted brine will keep the flys off while the strips dry for a few days before sticking in the smoke house the biggest thing we fight is rainy weather and so three fans get plugged in and are helping circulate the air for the drying period. In extreme conditions a very small cottonwood fire is built in the drying rack to give a b it of warmth to that circulated air not enough to cook them but enough to help them dry. Once they have a good glaze on the outside the fish hit the smoke house. Our first batch of king strips are being cut and vacuum packed for the freezer as I type this smile
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/27/11 06:10 PM

YK:
Nice looking smokers there. Won't be long and we will start with the sockeye. We ran into fly problems also even with salt in the brine so had to build screened in drying racks. Like Otterman once they get a good glaze they hit the smoker.
Posted By: Dale Torma

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 02:55 AM

I wonder if cold smoking would work on our white fleshed freshwater fish, suckers, pike etc. I know pike can have parasites if not cooked, maybe 2 weeks of smoke would make the difference . We have salmon in lake superior, nice whitefish, and lake herring.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 03:06 AM

Works on suckers and whitefish here. The problem is that those fish have so little fat/oil that they become like crackers.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 04:07 AM

We simply salt and dry the pike, whitefish and suckers but the pike get very hard the whitefish tends to stay softer and the suckers softer yet. dipped in a little seal oil and it makes a great snack or light lunch
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 04:18 AM

Yum...sigh.
Posted By: mtbadger

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 04:23 AM

Do people actually eat that fish head???????
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 04:57 AM

Yup...some say it's the best part.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 05:04 AM

Originally Posted By: mtbadger
Do people actually eat that fish head???????


A lot of cultures do. I eat the cheeks.

For brining, mine is a little fancy but is pretty good and great on reds. I got the recipe years ago and tweaked it a little to our taste.
Brine
1/2 cup salt
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tsp (more or less) black pepper
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 can pineapple juice

Brush on / sprinkle on
molasses
white pepper
all spice

Mix the brine ingredients together well giving time for the sugar and salt to dissolve in the pineapple juice. Once dissolve put salmon chunks (4" wide strips) into brine and let sit app. 6 hours. I add some ice cubes to chill the solution, and stir/ move chunks around every couple of hours.
Remove from brine, very quick rinse then pat dry. Place on racks to begin glazing. After about an hour brush on a light coat of molasses and sprinkle liberally with all spice and white pepper. Ready to smoke.

I have a Big Chief and can get about 4 reds into the brine and into the smoker. Usually takes about 9 hours depending on the humidity.

I use a mix of alder and apple. Pretty darn good!
Posted By: mtbadger

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 05:30 AM

I have a problem eating something watching me. I also have a problem eating something that tastes me back (cow tongue)
Posted By: 360

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 05:56 AM

we added salt until an egg floated (not hardboild)
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 09:12 AM

Wow no bellies. I would rather have nothing but bellies off the yukon kings in my smoke house.YUMMY. They are truly Yukon Gold!!!!!

Just have to cut them thin.

Personally I have never tasted a strip that I like as much as mine and the Superintendent at St. Mary's, whom I taught my method of doing it. They are just darn good.


To me there are two things that turn me off of some ones strips more than anything.
1. Fishy tasting.

2 Cut too thick and not adequately dried inside.

To combat any fishy taste you can't beat getting off the stuff that imparts the fishy taste. Fish slime!
I start by scaling my kings. It is quick and in the process of scaling you remove 95% of the slime on the fish. Clean rinse. The lack of scales is nice as well. Makes for a lot easier job of cutting them, less mess, and just a better product in my opinion. We just drop the fish off at the beach and scale with a knife prior to loading them back in a cooler. For years I cut with a knife. Last year I tried an ulu. An elongated blade actually. It was awesome. I have the pattern some where and want to make one.

Cutting the strips thin really aides in the drying time and ability to deal with damp weather conditions. The fatter the fish the thinner the strip needs to be. And there isn't anything better than belly strips.

I made the mistake of trying to dry fall silvers too fast with a fan. It was wet weather so I turned up the heat and used a fan and I dried some too fast and they would not dry inside well as the fan caused a crust. So be careful about trying to drying to fast.

I like strings. Extra hassle in some respects but it makes it easier in others. If you put your meat over the wood it is always prone to mold an is the most commonly spoiled part of the strip. Slip knot gillnet string and we use them for years. Don't cinch all the way to the meat as many more will drop as they slip off the skin easier. Just cut the meat and and stop. No waste this way.
You will always get a percentage that will drop. Maybe 3-4%. We just always put a clean tarp down the first day to catch. After the first day they will rarely fall.
I had some tutorial video but I can't find them.
I also use a potato float method but we soak for about 7-10 min if I remember right.
But the key ingredient I like to add is this as it imparts a slight sweetness.
After soaking we soak/roll/submerse in Yoshidas Gourmet sauce briefly and then slightly strip off the excess.
I use nothing but dry alder. Bark and all.
About two -three weeks in the smoke house and if there is a better strip I haven't tasted it in the last 26 years on the Lower Yukon.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 10:10 AM

Yum.
Posted By: Dale Torma

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 12:15 PM

I had heard my great grandparents in Finnish lapland would make a soup out of fish heads, potatoes, onions and carrots. (Kulla Mojakka) Pronounced gulla Moyakka. (fish soup)

didn't like the idea for years, then caught a few nice splake (lake trout X brookies) made a batch of soup out of the heads, took the meat off the heads after cookintg and threw the heads out. best chowder I ever had, great flavor! The kids even liked it and weren't bothered by the novelty of fish head soup. Lots of good meat on a trout head.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 01:44 PM

I agree FT ! Bellies rule !
Posted By: johnd

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 01:44 PM

I suppose the micro chip tags they put in the back of planted fish heads would pass through ok.
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 01:52 PM

Originally Posted By: johnd
I suppose the micro chip tags they put in the back of planted fish heads would pass through ok.


I think what you mean are CWT (coded wire tags). They are put into the roof of the mouth of the fish and yes, they are VERY small and would pass through you no problem.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 04:38 PM

the fish slime...
I don't know who told me, but white vinegar and water mixed 50/50 takes the slime off.

when dipnetting I bring a gallon of vinegar and fill a pail with water and mixx it in.

Dip the fish before filleting.
When you dip it for a few seconds and pull it out, the slime literally falls off. a quick wipe with a rag or the back of a knife and it is all gone.

When I only have a few to do, I will mix up vinegar and water in the sink and wipe the slime off the skin. Dip the rag, paper towel etc in the mix and wipe the fish. Slime comes right off.

Now, when I do the magestic Susitna river chums for smoking and giving away, I never wipe the slime. it adds to the awesome flavor.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 04:53 PM

You slime ball!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 05:52 PM

Great tip Hup. Going to try that.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 05:55 PM

I am not a head eater but I have not tried it either. I would eat the cheeks!
Here is a traditional smoke house on the Delta.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 06:15 PM

I thought the heads got buried or put in a bucket to rot, err "pickle'?
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 06:26 PM

Hup I can only speak for my place and all heads eaten here are fresh or three day smoked none are fermented. Sounds to me like you have spent to much time listening to the Los Anchorage legends about fish in the bush.
I think one of the best things one can do to help the quality of there fish regardless of where you are and what you are doing with them is to get them bled as soon as they come off the hook or out of the net and then chill them down. Nothing worse than gaping in flesh and excess blood in the meat. Not to mention if bled on the water you can see the difference when you get home and roll the guts out of 30 or 40 at how much cleaner it is as you left the blood in the river.
And yes properly prepared bellies are the best part improperly done they will come out with a sour taste.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 06:34 PM

are the heads split for drying? do you take out the brains and gills?

I smoked a few "collars" and they were good. the best part of them and the bellies was the part around the fin bones...
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 06:46 PM

Cheeks from kings are very good. I have also had soup made from smoked salmon heads. Also very good. I have tried stink heads (buried in grass basket for a period of time) and that is an aquired taste that I did not have. Ranked right up there with Lutfisk.

-TJ
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 10:24 PM

Otterman, stinkheads are still frequently made and eaten in many of the villages along the kusko. My wife has tried them, but I have never been able to make a go of it.

We did split all our king heads this year and packed in a bucket with rocksalt for a friend, not sure what he is going to do with them.

TJ how dare you talk about Lutifisk in that way LOL
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/11 11:06 PM

I figured there would be some Norwegian that would speak up over Lutfisk.... smile

-TJ
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/11 03:22 AM

Hup we split the heads the gills are taken out not much to a fish brain it is left in. We salt the king heads to be either eaten raw or boiled later. They are cut into small chunks before soaking the salt out. Others are dried for a few days then get 3 days of heavy smoke and are frozen. We also boil them fresh off the fish. I prefer the cheeks and nose. I have a son who loves salmon eyes out of the salted king heads smile We also salt 5 gallons of fillets every summer. I love salted meats with pancakes for breakfast.
Fish don't get me wrong it is the same here but not everyone that enjoys a head has it fermented first. Salting the heads is done much more often. Stinky heads is only done with fresh heads and I can say I tired it once about 30 yrs ago that was enough for me, my wife doesn't eat them either.
Posted By: nolluk

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/11 05:06 AM

hey otterman

i'll be down there from the 4th of july to the 11th hunting beluga and visiting family.
Posted By: 360

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/11 06:00 AM

did you catch them splake in skull lake dale t
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/11 06:39 AM

The salted heads are good chunked up in one inch squares and pickled..good crunchy eating..
I also ate the stink heads and had some interesting smelling farts the next day. sick
the smoked king heads are awsome..my favorite.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/11 07:34 AM

lol! That happens to me when I eat venison and ice cream in the same day. I don't think I could handle a stink head, or anything else that has "buried" as the main preperation step.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/11 01:03 PM

Since our King run is all but gone I only process sockeye and have started using an electric knife and my first cut is taking the bellies off. What are the characteristics of the belly meat that makes a lot of people desire them and what are the various ways you process the belly strips? We just brine, dry and hot smoke them in strips.
Posted By: Dale Torma

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/11 02:51 PM

360, I caught the splake near poplar lake on the Gunflint. I don't know if they stock those lakes anymore.
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 12:41 AM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
I figured there would be some Norwegian that would speak up over Lutfisk.... smile

-TJ
Food of the gods.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 02:10 AM

ROFLMAO !!
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 03:17 AM

FT that picture of the fish hanging is really nice! What great color. I took some in Anvik at the very beginning of the king run so the poles were not nearly that full. That sure looks bountiful! Thanks for posting it.
Posted By: 360

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 03:35 AM

dale I stayed in ely for five years guiding the bwca, skule lake was one of my best splake lakes, good eatens,you ever smoke them.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 10:08 AM

Thanks Barb. I took it a few years ago while cruising some of the fish camps. Otterman I agree with the bleeding. I am adamant about it as well. I like to bleed in water. I always pull them from the net and throw them on a stringer and over the side the go. I was with a guy one time and he was showing me the way he had bled them before. By cutting the tail. I aways poke the gills and heart area. We experimented with both ways and doing both on the same fish. It was noticeable cutting the tail and gills both.
I really love to fillet a fish that has been bled. The meat is so clean that there is no need to rinse. Nice when your using the old food saver that didn't like water on the fish to suck in.
Got some more info to pass on tonight. Talked to the sup out in St. Mary's. Just pulling his strips out this week. He convinced a local native to try scaling their dry fish and the report back was that the skins dried a lot faster. Something to think about. I am anxious to try the vinegar trick. Looks like I might be able to go out and get a few kings next week.
Posted By: Dale Torma

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 12:17 PM

I kinda like lutefisk, if prepared correctly. it shouldn't be slimy and should be flaky. Fish should taste like fish. If you only like walleye, you don't really like fish.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 02:45 PM

The first fish of the run is always the best. Here it is from water to plate in a few hours.




Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 02:49 PM

OH MY GOSH! Gonna have to make a trip to the coast soon.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 04:05 PM

Beautiful !.........except for those peas
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 07:27 PM

Man there seems to be a lot of white fat dripping off of that cooked Red? Wow. Nice looking. Always wanted to try the oval cooking method and the plank. What does the plank do?
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 07:34 PM

Oh, FT, you are missing out if you haven't grilled a salmon on a cedar plank. Oh so good. Imparts a great wood smoke flavor to the fish. You would love it.

-TJ
Posted By: Dale Torma

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 08:05 PM

unless you made the plank from a treated cedar power pole.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 08:47 PM

FT:
I asked the bride about that and she said it was just the natural brine from the sockeye. Unless you want to test your smoke alarm soak the cedar/alder planks for about an hour in regular water. I actually like the alder planks better. Costco has them in packages of 3 each alder and cedar. We call the upper one rain gutter salmon because its just a piece of rain gutter liner.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 08:58 PM

I bbq a lot. I always put alder in my propane bbq to get the smoke flavor. Would the plank do anything else? Your right about the alder wood smoke flavor and fish. A lot of people don't think to use wood in their propane bbq. I use it on everything I bbq. Bob my mouth is still watering
Try this guys. When your seasoned salmon is half way cooked smother in straight sourcream mixed with a lot of dill. It is my families favorite salmon.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 09:20 PM

Here is some I just took out of the hot smoke..its chums dredged in brown suger and Maple syrup I bought off Brad W Wi on here turned out good.

Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 09:52 PM

Man, all these pictures make me hungry!
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/11 10:28 PM

Am with Kusko on this ,that fish looks GOOD!! Cant wait to get home and get a few
Gotta bleed them I usally just rip a gill out.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/01/11 01:32 AM

I use to just rip gills to bleed then started sticking them on the belly right past where the gills hook up slicing through the tip of flesh there. After doing that the last several years and with the first bunch this year the person in charge of bleeding ripped gills on the last bunch of 42 kings we got. They bled out slower and were not as nice as the ones we had sliced in the past more blood on the tables at home and in the flesh on the gill ripped ones.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/01/11 09:16 AM

Will have to try that out,how deep do you stick them?
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/02/11 03:35 AM

Okie I just slice through that tip on the bottom right by where their gills hook up about a half inch or so back
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/11 01:57 PM

First batch for the smoker.

Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/11 02:51 PM

I'll be there in a couple days Bob
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/11 02:56 PM

W17:
Better make it at least 3 as it usually takes a couple days to dry them to that glazzy finish before the smoker. Sure is good straight out of the smoker while they are warm.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/11 03:20 PM

I have to clean the drool off my monitor.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/11 03:53 PM

OMG ... Yum. I'll take about 30 pounds please ! smile
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/11 04:38 PM

The Fishboss says our last batch of king strips will come out of the smoke house tomorrow so I can go catch a mess of reds on Wed
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/11 05:03 PM

OM:
Hope your run is as good as ours as its looking very good this early.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/07/11 02:01 PM

W17:
You get hung up in traffic? First batch was out of the smoker yesterday.


This sow seemed like less than a sharing parent yesterday morning.


Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/07/11 03:06 PM

UB, how are the bears behaving this year? Big boars harassing the cubs and calves as much as last year?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/07/11 03:14 PM

AV:
Just talked to F&G and the tagging crew said what is left of our caribou and moose are at altitude in the snow fields and the bear are with them. We saw huge numbers of bear last fall and almost nothing this spring. Have just seen a few and our sockeye run is in full swing. Also the first year since we have lived here that we have not seen a single moose in the spring as they usually calve here. Maybe G&F is right and moose/caribou are still high and the growlers are with them. Of course maybe the cold wet spring has something to do with it. Can always blame it on global warming.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/07/11 03:56 PM

The road is closed between here and there.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/09/11 02:26 AM

Neat pics Bob...
I am just putting away my dryfish today.
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/11/11 02:32 AM

Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/11 03:05 PM

Anyone heard from Piperniner ?
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/11 03:12 PM

He usually is down in SE at this time of the year I think.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/11 03:40 PM

That's true but it seems like a long time since he checked in. He's not a young guy either..
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/11 04:28 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
That's true but it seems like a long time since he checked in. He's not a young guy either..


Compared to YOU he is.....
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/11 06:47 PM

I actually did something risky the other day - bought some green Bananas.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/11 09:15 PM

Holy cow that is risky ! I buy mine already peeled.
Posted By: trapr

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/17/11 04:27 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
Holy cow that is risky ! I buy mine already peeled.
and mashed i heard.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/17/11 05:55 AM

Originally Posted By: trapr
Originally Posted By: white17
Holy cow that is risky ! I buy mine already peeled.
and mashed i heard.
WIth a lable that says Gerber laugh
Posted By: Minker

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/17/11 12:32 PM

the wide mouth gerber jars are easier for ol'blister to get the spoon in to feed him !
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/17/11 03:02 PM

You guys obviously didn't go to church this morning ! I'm crushed at the comments
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/17/11 07:19 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
You guys obviously didn't go to church this morning ! I'm crushed at the comments


Went to church twice this morning. Coffee rushed me there. Had to wipe really good.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/26/11 03:39 PM



Managed to catch the reflection of our stairs in the right eye. Would like to say I planned it.

Have been photographing a pair of Sandhill cranes and there young one most of the summer as they have hung around our back yard and I never seen them fly off and leave the young one. Yesterday they flying around making a real racket and it didn't take much detective work to find out why the young one was missing.

Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/26/11 04:16 PM

Brave fox to take on a couple of Sandhills and their nasty sharp bills
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/26/11 05:05 PM

Was there only one youngster ?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/27/11 12:55 PM

W17:
Yup. I googled it and it said they typically have two young but only one usually survives. The young are named Colts because they walk at birth. Earlier I had taken a photo of the colt and it looked to me like something with a paw larger than a fox took a swipe at it.
Posted By: irishfan16

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/03/11 10:35 PM

Hello!!! Now some of you may be wondering why a guy from Kentucky is posting on this thread, Well, here is the story. I am very new to this site and just happened to stumble upon it. In 2009 I had the extreme pleasure of coming up to Anchorage and working for the months of May and June. I have been in love with Alaska ever since. Not a day goes by that I don't think about and miss your beautiful state. I think that the first couple of days that I was on this site, I read every post on thread 5, and loved every minute of it. Now if ya'll will let me live some of your adventures vicariously through you I would appreciate it. I have even learned a couple of ideas that I think I may be able to use on my trap line here. While I was up there, I did get the opportunity to enjoy some Halibut and salmon fishing. What a blast and great table fare as well. I was also lucky enough to harvest a black bear on a do it yourself hunt. One of the guys that I worked with while I was up there showed me on a map where they had seen black bears, and away I went. What an awesome experience!! It probably wasn't a trophy by most people's standards, but it certainly was for me. I had never hunted bear before, and chances are very good that I never will again. Anyways, good luck to all with your outdoor adventures, and I look forward to reading those trap line journals and seeing all of the pics.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/04/11 02:09 AM

Well, why the heck did you go home ?


Come on back and stay this time!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/04/11 07:49 AM

Welcome Irishfan. I have to say this site can provide some good entertainment for the right person. Enjoy.
Posted By: irishfan16

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/04/11 11:53 AM

White, I gave it some very serious consideration. I went as far as to even find a civilian job (I was working for the military up there) while I was there. The only problem was that I only had a year left to finish up my college degree and wasn't excited about transferring because it would just take me that much longer to finish school up (I already had to take a year break for a deployment to Iraq). After I finished school, I found a job right away and found a young lady that I think very highly of. I am very sure that she isn't going to be excited about the thought of moving herself and her 7yr old son up to Alaska. It seems easier for me to find a good job than to find a good woman. LOL I really hope to be able to come back up there and spend a little time though. So for now I will just have to settle for reading through the adventures on here and torment myself about how to get back up there. smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/04/11 01:24 PM

I understand your thinking. I'll bet that 7 year old son would like the thought of Alaska though......... smile
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/04/11 02:26 PM

W17:
Looks like I will have to enroll my bride in your wife training school. She booked reservations into the big village and she was just there in May of 2010.
Posted By: irishfan16

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/04/11 03:03 PM

White, I think he would thing it is pretty cool up there. I hoping to get him out in the tree stand and out on the trap line a little bit this year. I think he will enjoy it as long as I can show him some success. I've had him out with me fishing several times this summer, and he seemed to enjoy that so we will see how it goes.
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/04/11 03:10 PM

Let's see...in the past Ken has always had the idea for visitors to enjoy yourselfs while here but don't let the door hit you in the billfold on the way out [back home]......now he's wanting more folks to homestead up there...maybe just maybe that 16' fall did, well you know, did have an effect on him after all. :-) :-)
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/04/11 08:31 PM

Well Paul, we can always use good people. They're just few and far between.


Bob: That's riduclous ! She should space her trips out more., Say every 5-6 years. That way she will enjoy them more and have a bigger list. Much more efficient that way.


Irish: I'm sure a little success will go a long way.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/05/11 12:58 AM

Salmon Berries are ready here...the blue need a another few days.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/05/11 05:54 AM

Drool...gonna have to get out and pick some berries soon.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/05/11 06:16 AM

Ours are ready. I have to get picking before they drop off the bushes. So-so year for salmon berries here but our currants and raspberries are doing very well.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/05/11 02:37 PM

YK:
Wow those berries look good. Have been out checking twice and could not find a single berry. With all the rain should be building an ark.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/05/11 06:22 PM

Its hit or miss here too Bob..I checked alot of country before we found any and lucked into a nice patch so should get a few gallons ..and hoping the blue berries fared better..it was a very cold wet spring that never ended here.
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/05/11 07:04 PM

Akutaq?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/05/11 09:01 PM

Yup...and jarring jam.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/06/11 04:43 AM



Edible or poisonous?
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/06/11 06:20 AM

even if they wont kill you, they don't look too tasty...

might post that on the main forum..
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/06/11 08:40 PM

Picked our first crop of salmon berries from the yard today. Not as good as some years but there look to be a lot of late berries that will be ready in a few weeks. `Will be picking fireweed later for jelly. I have to say that besides raspberry/currant jelly, fireweed jelly is about my favorite. Tastes like honey! We will have a bumper crop of currants and raspberries this year from the looks of things.


Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/11 04:50 AM

Wow! Does that bring back memories! I can taste them ;o)

What part of the plant do you collect to make fireweed jelly? I'd like to try it.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/11 05:27 AM

Fireweed jelly us easy and yummy! I've already made and sold a bunch! lol

You collect only the flowers, I'll be lucky if I can get ONE more batch as they are about done for the year.

There's a million recipes out there, this is a very common one:

http://www.food.com/recipe/fireweed-jelly-208809
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/07/11 05:59 AM

We snip off the tops and bring them back to the house and pluck the blossoms off. I'll get my wifes recipe for you. She is making a batch Tuesday. It is probably similar to the one Bonnie posted. We try to pick on a warm day or we get a load of bumblebees with the flowers. On cool days they get in the blossoms and go dormant, then when they warm up in the house... it gets exciting! Luckily our bumbles don't sting, but we still prefer them outside..
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/14/11 04:42 PM

Hupurest:


How much are you paying up in AK for a 500 round brick of 22 LR ? The prices have gone way up down here.
Posted By: scalloper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/14/11 09:10 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
Hupurest:


How much are you paying up in AK for a 500 round brick of 22 LR ? The prices have gone way up down here.

I just got 525 rounds at Cabelas for $16.49
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/17/11 02:30 AM

I passed on this young bull this afternoon..looked a little thin.. I am looking for somthing with some fat on it....
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/17/11 03:30 AM

looks like two young bulls there.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/17/11 03:44 AM

Them ears can fool ya..its just a little bull and his sister.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/17/11 03:45 AM

That's what I thought too. Maybe a spike on the other one ??
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/17/11 04:04 AM

Here is another pic..cant you see her pretty eyes..lol

that actually fooled me once and I thought I was shooting at a spike,on a meat hunt..even looking through a scope, when we went up to it when it was down it turned into a cow !..we have cow season so it was no problem...but made me think.

Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/17/11 04:27 AM

Yep it's the line in the bottom of the ear.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/17/11 05:23 AM

Ever see a Mouskrat...


ever see one dive!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/18/11 02:19 AM

For the Alaskans that live off the Road System...

How many TV stations can you get on your TV with just plain old Rabbit Ear Antennas ?
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/18/11 02:47 AM

One...
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/18/11 02:52 AM

None!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/18/11 03:49 AM

Television ???
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/18/11 05:42 AM

Jeff,

Seems like there have been more moose this year in your part of the country Jeff, have you noticed that?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/18/11 06:34 AM

Yes they seam to be doing good ...not as many as you see in Anchorage though..
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/18/11 04:57 PM

Is the rest of Alaska getting a LOT of rain this year? I am (literally) flooded here in Chickaloon. The amount of water I have standing is akin to what we get at breakup.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/18/11 08:24 PM

Raining hard here today and supposed to rain harder tomorrow, but overall we have been drier than usual. The streams are so low the fish were starting to develop lungs.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/18/11 08:43 PM

Interesting how just a few 100 miles makes such a difference.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/11 01:21 AM

Been a cool wet summer here, no smoke though.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/11 03:14 PM

Lots of rain here as well. More coming today and tomorrow. Up to 2 inches in 6 hours. Ketchikan is expecting double that!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/11 07:38 PM

Real wet here since about August 1st. River is really high
Posted By: Gary Benson

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/11 09:34 PM

Any skeeters?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/11 11:17 PM

There's a few.............:-))
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/22/11 02:22 AM

These short blonde people have been staying at my house for the past couple of days because their dad is pulling a double (48 hr) shift at the fire department and their mom went to Kodiak on a photo trip.

Cute aren't they? Hard to beleive they are related to both W17 and me.....!

Pete

Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/22/11 03:44 PM

OMG !! I'm calling child protective services immediately !! Where's their helmets and knee/elbow pads ?


On second thought, is there a grandfathers protective services ????
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/22/11 05:18 PM

W17,

Now, after all these years, you are considering "using protection.....?!!!"
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/22/11 06:11 PM

Uh..........shoulda thought of that long ago huh ?
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/22/11 06:46 PM

Just sayin' ....! smile

Unless "needing protection" and "using protection" mean different things!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/25/11 11:26 PM

Anyone have an email address for Rally Hess ?
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/27/11 09:18 AM

He is great to talk to. I don't think he likes email as much.
Rally Hess Enterprises
Hill City, Minnesota 55748
(218)697-8113
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/27/11 02:46 PM

Thanks Len !!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/27/11 04:25 PM

I knocked down this Bull last night....should be a pretty good piece of meat has alot of fat on it smile

Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/27/11 04:26 PM

Those late August bulls are the best eating of all the moose.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/11 02:56 PM

YJ:
Nice looking bull and I agree with W17. I got mine last week. At Costco in Los Anchorage.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/11 05:21 PM

Thanks..august moose sure makes a nice piece of meat alright nice and fat.

and I bet you guys are waiting for the caribou to run by your door this fall yet..I wish we had a local herd here..but have to travel quite a ways for them.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/11 05:28 PM

Haven't seen a caribou in several years.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/11 05:40 PM

That sucks...the western Arctic used to come down to about 100 mi north of here..but they never come down that far anymore

we have to go over to the kusandswim for bou now a days and can only shoot two I think..not like 5 a day over here smile
these are much smaller though,but taste real good..you can crack the leg bones like crab legs with the back of your table knife mmm mmmm goood.
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/11 09:51 PM

Anyone know of guns shows going on in the next few months in the Valley?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/02/11 03:06 AM

Are most Alaskan Women this tough and gutsy ???

http://www.foxnews.com/us/2011/09/01/alaska-woman-punches-bear-in-snout-to-save-dog/?test=faces
Posted By: Wolfwoman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/02/11 03:25 AM

Uh yup. Cept most of us woulda just shot it.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/02/11 03:48 AM

Nice moose Jeff! When are you going to start your boat rental biz so we can get some of that two moose action!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/02/11 04:56 AM

Thanks..I just paid 5 grand for a new yamaha 40 4 stroke....not sure I could make it in the rental buis.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/11 03:12 PM

YK:
I think you will like the 40. I've been running both the 2 and 4 stroke versions of that in a jet for 25 years and the only thing I've had to replace is the lower unit bearing. 5K for a new 4 stroke is a good price.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/11 05:14 PM

UB
I like it so far...way less gas than my old 2 stroke Johnson..I would say less than half fuel consumption than what I was used to...unfortunatly gas is $7.05 a gl not countung tax!
Posted By: trapped4ever

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/11 06:04 PM

I've been happy with mine. I used to run Honda 30 hp, and still have a couple of them, but my 40 Yamaha is about right for power, and I like added things like the air assist tilt. I paid more than that for mine in pull start, no electric start, several years ago. No problems with mine, and I average almost 1,000 hrs per year on mine.

Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/11 07:28 PM

they didnt have a 4 stroke rope start..only electric..which means no battery...no go.. I kind of didnt like that...but so far so good.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/11 09:43 PM

You can't remove the cowling and rope start in an emergency ?
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/11 11:21 PM

Quote:
Are most Alaskan Women this tough and gutsy ???

Early enrolly of Whites wife school.
Posted By: trapped4ever

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/11 11:48 PM

Yep YJ, I bought the last rope start 40 in stock, and they aren't currently being made. Only electric start. Heavier, and need a battery to haul along, no thanks. Keep it simple as possible is my rule of thumb.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/11 12:29 AM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
Quote:
Are most Alaskan Women this tough and gutsy ???

Early enrolly of Whites wife school.



One of the earliest graduates.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/11 02:17 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
You can't remove the cowling and rope start in an emergency ?


as long as you have enough juice to run the fuel pump its electric..so need a battery.

hopfully I can keep the starter in good repair and a good battery..no worse than a truck.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/11 02:27 AM

Jeeze ! Dontcha wish you could have an engineer stranded on a cutbank with lots of rain and mosquitoes with no way home ? !
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/11 02:15 PM

At what point does a 4 stroke get too big to pull start? My understanding is the reason the they don't have them on 4 stroke snow machines is that you can't get it turned over to start unless you had a kick start.

-TJ
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/11 03:14 PM

Probably depends on the number of cylinders and the compression ratio. I would think, and could easily be wrong, that more cyls make it easier to start.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/11 05:53 PM

Extraction of the last of my seasonal neighbors yesterday. Always food for thought to see the last scheduled plane of the year depart.




Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/11 07:23 PM

How does the plane fly with the prop not moving? wink
Posted By: FATCAT!

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/11 08:43 PM

Slowly
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/11 08:45 PM

Absolutely great pix. I'm guessing they are in the river, not the lake ??
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/11 10:22 PM

W17:
Yup. Very impressive take off. 9 souls and lots of gear and they were off in about 7-800 feet. 20mph North wind on the nose didn't hurt. Sure is quiet around here today. BTW the big boys will tell you its unatural to stop the prop on plane photo but just wanted to see what it took for a shutter speed to do that on a kerosene burner.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/11 10:33 PM

Really impressive!

7-800 feet is impressive too but look at the wing on that beast !
Posted By: SDAhunt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/11 10:38 PM

Thats awesome, hope you got everything you need for the winter!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/07/11 03:04 AM

SDA:
One more trip for the last 17 boxes out of 74 we mailed and we will be ready. Seems like you spend the entire summer getting ready for winter.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/07/11 02:03 PM

That's what makes summer bearable.........barely.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/07/11 03:16 PM

Wish the last of our "seasonal visitors" were gone for the year. Had over 16,500 of them yesterday! Busiest day of the year. A little over two weeks to go. Somehow, I'll make it.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/07/11 03:43 PM

UGH !
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/07/11 08:21 PM

AV:
Wow thats close to what the population used to be when I worked down there in the early 80's. I remember all you could hear downtown in the summer was the constant click of camera shutters.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/08/11 03:28 PM

I avoid downtown like the plague in summer. Of course the buses full of "visitors" seem to be everywhere. The worst for me is the whale watchers. There must be at least a dozen companies, most with several boats, some huge, carrying well over 100 passengers at a load. You can't get away from them. These boats zoom all over the local waters chasing the whales, and a guy can hardly hope to drop an anchor without getting knocked off with a wake.
I try to go farther, but just can't compete with twin 800 hp. jet drives, and tourists buying all the fuel.
Posted By: rdrash

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/12/11 03:26 AM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
At what point does a 4 stroke get too big to pull start? My understanding is the reason the they don't have them on 4 stroke snow machines is that you can't get it turned over to start unless you had a kick start.

-TJ


You need 12 volts for the fuel injection system to pressurize itself before it cranks over, no 12 volt no fuel no use having a pull start.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/12/11 01:26 PM

Oh, that makes sense ! Thanks !
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/11 04:55 AM

Here is my set of throwing spears a buddy made me...(they are used for seal hunting around here)
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/11 05:13 AM

neat,what is the thing on the bottom for?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/11 05:27 AM

Thats the thrower..you place the spear in the groove and notch it into the back,and have your hand around the other end with the hole..your index finger goes through the hole and hold the spear with your fingers and throw into a high arc and it comes down on top of the seals head and detaches the head..its not to kill it but just so you can follow the spear on the surface,as he drags it around when its underwater while you get close enough to harpoon it and then shoot.

the boys here are suprisingly accurate with them.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/11 05:45 AM

thanks,would love to see it in action or a vid.,kinda sounds like redneck lawn darts smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/11 05:53 AM

lol...yes it guess it is...

It can get real exiting with several boats after a seal and have the seal pop up near the boat and it starts raining spears frown
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/11 03:24 PM

My son spent some time on the Yukon the last year or so and has said seal hunting is one of the most exciting things he has ever done. He was showing me his spear thrower last night
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/25/11 02:45 AM

My Buddys Boy caught a Mukluk (Bearded seal)and was kind enough to share a chunk with me..I had seal ribs for dinner and rendering two jars of oil....good dippin smile
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/25/11 03:56 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Thats the thrower..you place the spear in the groove and notch it into the back,and have your hand around the other end with the hole..your index finger goes through the hole and hold the spear with your fingers and throw into a high arc and it comes down on top of the seals head and detaches the head..its not to kill it but just so you can follow the spear on the surface,as he drags it around when its underwater while you get close enough to harpoon it and then shoot.

the boys here are suprisingly accurate with them.


All that to kill a seal! We just .... oh never mind. smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/25/11 04:19 AM

I agree...some people use a stick and string to hunt with...silly huh...
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/25/11 08:53 AM

OH MAN I MISS UQUQ! Hard to get good seal oil in the interior. They don't like people bringing it on planes since that one jar broke on the jet a couple years ago...I think it was that "heated to render" southeast stuff, good SW stuff doesn't stink like whatever the hazmat team was called in for...but I might not remember the whole story correctly.
Posted By: travlinnorth

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/25/11 09:23 AM

I'm pretty new here to AK, but am enjoying learning everything I can. :%Pr
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/25/11 02:41 PM

Hopefully we all are :-))
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/11 12:12 AM

About 30 years ago, up at Selawik, I learned that while I could eat bits of raw, half-frozen caribou meat OK, if I dipped it in hot seal oil it just got bigger, the longer I chewed it...!

Pete
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/11 02:50 AM

We are getting wet snow here this evening...trappins comming smile
Posted By: onegunsmith

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/11 04:11 AM

Water has been froze over for a week now. it's a good kinda cold.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/11 04:31 AM

smile
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/11 03:59 PM

Still raining here. But hey, the tourists are gone!!! It can only get better!!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/11 04:43 PM

Been a bit chilly here too and I am beginning to wonder if I will be doing my annual open water beaver trapping or not. If the sloughs freeze up I will be drilling ice for beaver all dam winter frown
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/11 06:17 PM

First frost a couple of days ago. Bugs are thinning out and the leaves are starting to drop... got our termination dust yesterday. Silvers in the rivers are getting darker, dollies are getting spawning colors and the deer are getting fat. Lit the wood stove last night for the first time since late April. Love this time of year!
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/11 08:27 PM

Your fall open water beaver are typically taken for bait and the castor, right? How's the fur on them usually that early in the season?
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/11 10:02 PM

Well it's official, I'll be moving back north next summer! Be going to school in Los Anchorage next fall.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/11 03:02 AM

Prayers sent !
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/11 04:34 AM

Thanks White!I regret ever leaving!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/11 04:44 PM

Hapiness is an electric fence
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/11 05:02 PM

I want to see the lightning bolt !

Couldn't you get any closer ?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/11 05:18 PM

You can get real close as long as you stay on your side of the wire.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/11 09:06 PM

Did the bear ever attempt to touch the wire ?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/11 09:42 PM

W17 I have a magnum horse fence controller that is good for 30 miles of fence and I run <500 feet. I've watched it lite up a couple growlers and the only thing I touch it with is a fence tester. Really wet grass after a fresh rain and a wet nose makes for no repeat offenders. They also make some very strange noises when they get lit up. Sorry but didn't read your post correctly the first time. I thought you asked if I ever touched the fence. No the growler in the photo didn't touch it. He is one of the few that even come back after they get lit up. You can tell the ones that have "ridden the wire" because they will come no closer than about 6" to the fence. I've always suspected there is some harmonics in the wire they sense when it's hot. I've watched a couple "ride the wire" and they really shift gears from that slow rolly polly gait of there's to barely subsonic in no time.
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/11 11:04 PM

How much did that setup cost you Bob? Definently well worth it no matter what it was I imagine.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/11 11:41 PM

CG:
I think with 60 poles, attachement thingy's, wire, gates, controller and most importantly the 5/8" 8' copper ground rods is was around $500 with shipping. Probably do it cheaper down south.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/11 11:52 PM

Great pics Bob! He looks like he wants to kick somebody's arse for setting that up!
Posted By: southerntrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/11 12:23 AM

UB how long do you run your fence?
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/11 06:10 AM

I have heard that when the bear gets mad - he just rips up or knocks the posts over/out. The fence then becomes worthless. Anyone have this happen ?

The person who mentioned the above - said the fence is a false sense of security. Especially if you are in a tent.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/11 05:04 PM

30 degrees and frozen water in the bird bath this a.m. Two long months 'till the big opener. Gonna be a long two months.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/11 05:07 PM

we've been freezing pretty hard every night now for at least a week. River is dropping quickly. Some light snow on Takotna mountain. Supposed to turn white here tonight.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/11 07:34 PM

ST:
Run the fence another week to 10 days till they overgraze the pasture and eat all the dead salmon and leave.

PN:
Not been my experience. Whenever I've seen them lit up they only want to do one thing at that is to get as far away as they can. When I first set it up I set it to high and I think a small bear got his head under it and when he was lit up he raised is head and drug the fence off with him. Never came back. I'm a believer. I have regular trails avoiding the fence.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/11 08:27 PM

Great photos! Love it!

I have had the same experience as UB. Used a similar setup but with 2 strands; higher strand at about 24-28 inches. This was around the meat shack at Pete Shepherd's place on the Hoho. The brown bears wore a trail in the gravel 6 or 8 inches deep about 18" outside the wire as they dreamed and drooled over the moose meat within.

It seemed to me that after the first time they put their cold, wet noses on the wire, they did not touch it again.

Judging from the noises at night, they were some very frustrated bears!

Pete
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/11 09:57 PM

You folks live a exciting life for sure.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/11 08:38 AM

I got a pretty sweet hunting story for you all but my second oldest daughter, not to be outdone by her older siblings took the simm card home with her after her 4 day hunt this last week. Your all going to have to wait for me to get my hand on some picts before I spill the beans. ;0)
Posted By: Darwin

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/11 04:31 PM

Hapiness is an electric fence

These are some great pics!! How far were you from the bear when you took the pictures?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/11 06:16 PM

Darwin:
I just used my laser range finder because it turns out further than I would of guessed. I would of guessed 50 feet but it was actually 78 feet.
Posted By: Darwin

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/11 06:45 PM

I like to take pictures and I have taken some decent ones in the past. I have to say though, electric fence or not I am not sure I could have held the camera very still for that shot!

Were you standing in the open for that picture or were you hidden in any way?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/11 02:05 AM

Moose steak for dinner tonight..dont get any better than this smile
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/11 02:07 AM

Bears fear U-Bob!

Not enough to leave his stuff alone, but they do tend to fear him.....!

Pete
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/11 05:38 AM

Wow, that looks great Jeff! Rare I hope!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/11 05:38 AM

Ate some of that for dinner myself YJ! And it was good!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/11 06:31 AM

Jeff, that looks awesome!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/11 03:12 PM

why would you eat that?? no tongue, nose, eyelids, ears, hoofs or entrails left??

That piece of MEAT also got an upgrade from paper to the china....
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/11 03:12 PM

Darwin:
I agree with Pete on the "Not enough" part. I was standing on my upper rear deck and trust me that bear was only focused on one thing and it was that wire.
YJ:
Really envious of you while I set here munching on my Costco Moose.
Posted By: Jordan H

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/11 03:46 PM

I look at this thread just to see what YJ has had for dinner lately. That moose steak while it looks good is boring as he!!. wink how about some better pics.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/11 04:29 PM

Yeah ! Lets see the round worms.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/11 04:50 PM

you guys are pretty funny...lol
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/11 04:17 AM

Big bowl of round worms? Got chopsticks?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 05:38 AM

Hering eggs on Kelp (imported from Stebbins) the seal oil was fresh made and they even got the china upgrade.
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 06:09 AM

You are a mans man when it comes to food jeff..

I couldn't do it
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 06:18 AM

Herring eggs on kelp is good. I'm not too fond of seal oil. The "crunch" of those eggs is awesome.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 06:21 AM

Dangit YJ! Those are 2 of my favorite foods from back home!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 06:32 AM

Originally Posted By: lbtrapper
You are a mans man when it comes to food jeff..

I couldn't do it


Does anybody in your family still eat seal LBT? My mother in law loves it! (Newfoundlander). I could do the herring eggs but would be hesitant about the seal oil. I tried muktuk year before last and with a little sea salt it tasted pretty dang good.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 06:33 AM

They are good and they do have a awsome crunch..I used to dry them on the rocks in the sun on the beach and eat them like popcorn they are alredy salted
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 06:57 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Originally Posted By: lbtrapper
You are a mans man when it comes to food jeff..

I couldn't do it


Does anybody in your family still eat seal LBT? My mother in law loves it! (Newfoundlander). I could do the herring eggs but would be hesitant about the seal oil. I tried muktuk year before last and with a little sea salt it tasted pretty dang good.


Yup!! Everyone enjoys braided seal guts but Ive never liked it and had it on several occassions. They also like whale fat and seal oil, the oil its self isn't to bad, just super fishy
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 07:03 AM

I've watched a lady here braid the gut but I don't think I could eat it. I figured the seal oil would be real fishy. Some of that 'aged' seal oil like they make up north can be downright deadly.
Posted By: Big Country

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 08:17 AM

Whats the stuff I seen on the Air Alaska show? They took seal meat and wrapped it in some leaves and buried it for some long period of time. Fed it to a lower 48 guy and it looked to [Please excuse my language... I'm an idiot] near kill him in fact I think he said the smell alone was deadly as the wife and daughter sat there wolfing it down.
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 08:48 AM

Yeah the braided guts are AS bad as it sounds..just gotta get by the thought of it and the smell...wheeww it is stinky
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 01:27 PM

LOVE herring roe on kelp! Not a fan of the seal oil either. Tried it with dried fish and just couldn't get past the very fishy taste, and that didn't come from the fish.

-TJ
Posted By: Jordan H

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 03:04 PM

This is why I check this thread daily. High entertainment at its best!!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 03:07 PM

was it rotted flipper?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 03:12 PM

I think it was Shamu
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 03:36 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
I think it was Shamu

No he and a couple of his buddies are currently lost about 50 miles up the Nushagak from Dillingham. Sure glad this aint Cali or we would have 37 choppers and 600 greenpeace boats out trying to drive them back to salt water
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 03:37 PM

I've tried the herring roe a few times. It's popular, (here in SE), to set out spruce boughs in the tidal areas the herring are spawning in. They will then spawn on the branches, which are then retrieved. All I could taste was salty turpentine. YUK!
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 04:46 PM

Originally Posted By: otterman
Originally Posted By: white17
I think it was Shamu

No he and a couple of his buddies are currently lost about 50 miles up the Nushagak from Dillingham. Sure glad this aint Cali or we would have 37 choppers and 600 greenpeace boats out trying to drive them back to salt water


Saw article about that in the Anch Daily News. Best of luck.

I remember what happened at Barrow when the gray whales got trapped in the ice there a few years ago.

You are in for an exciting time when the "let Nature Take it's Course" crowd decides that it's THEIR ox that is being gored.....!

Pete
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 04:56 PM

Originally Posted By: otterman
Originally Posted By: white17
I think it was Shamu

No he and a couple of his buddies are currently lost about 50 miles up the Nushagak from Dillingham. Sure glad this aint Cali or we would have 37 choppers and 600 greenpeace boats out trying to drive them back to salt water


There was a pod that came up the Yukon a couple years before I landed here...they said they went up as far as Pilot Station (about 100 mi up the river) and turned and went back down,we also get lost walruss every so often,there was a dead one across the river from the village last year. and we are 70 mi up from the Bering sea.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 05:38 PM

Originally Posted By: otterman
Originally Posted By: white17
I think it was Shamu

No he and a couple of his buddies are currently lost about 50 miles up the Nushagak from Dillingham. Sure glad this aint Cali or we would have 37 choppers and 600 greenpeace boats out trying to drive them back to salt water


I heard from ADN, they are eating all of your fall beavers..... smile smile
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 07:26 PM

Kusko, I go beaver trapping about 3 hours above where they are laugh
We saw a seal up in the same area as the whales are during moose season got a few pictures but it looks like a dot in the water frown First time I ever saw a seal that far up above the tides and in the fresh water.
I guess NOAA is tracking them somehow so wont be surprised if there are people all over on Sunday when I head for the cabin for beaver but once I get by everyone I should be all alone and peaceful.
Herring Roe on kelp is great I don't care for it on spruce branches, I prefer it when I get my hands on some low grade stuff the processors get rid of because it broke almost full skeins salted and frozen no vegetation to get in the way. Dipped in seal oil or better yet soy sauce. Sure hope someone goes walrus hunting pretty soon would love to have some with the beluga that is already in the freezer
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 08:21 PM

O-man its common for seals to come into the fresh water around here most go seal hunting in the river not the ocean,you can take a day trip around here and usualy sea seals (70 mi inland)they are eating the whitefish that run in the fall,we dont see them in the summer or spring at all. so thats what I asume they are eating,could be following the last of the salmon up as well.
I have heard of them as far up as Russion Mission and that must be 150 mi from the coast,
we also get Beluga up this way some years.

and soys sauce is good on the Roe I like that and fried whole skiens are the bomb smile

be having some Bowhead for dinner tonight smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/07/11 08:35 PM

here is one we saw just down river in Sept
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/08/11 04:42 AM

Dinner is served
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/08/11 05:16 AM

Jeff looks like a meal fit for a king smile
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/08/11 05:28 AM

YJ I gotta ask but probley dont want to know,what is that in the bowl?I think the other two are whale and salmon,we could have a game.....name that dinner always cool to look at your trapping and dinner pic.
And how you can go from eating a moose steak to eating bait is beyond me grin
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/08/11 05:45 AM

Originally Posted By: otterman
Jeff looks like a meal fit for a king smile


yes thanks.. I like to think I eat like a king smile

and Okie the stuff in the bowl is Eskimo ice cream called Agutuk.made with berries, crisco,boiled and squeezed and deboned white fish flesh,suger and a dab of seal oil and whipped it does taste better than it sounds and pretty popular around here.

and what do you mean bait..thats whale! big fish...lol
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/08/11 06:49 AM

I'll bet that will make you go poop!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/08/11 07:40 AM

slides right out
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/08/11 07:56 AM

We saw a seal above St Mary's last week moose hunting. About 25 miles upriver from Jeff.
The students from St Mary's just got back from a school trip to the coast to hunt seals and whales. They came back with 17 seals with 5 boats. One of the teachers got some great gopro head cam footage of the kids throwing harpoons.

This year they got 7 moose, one for each boat during the Sept Moose hunt. Pretty awesome fall for the students. The school bought two new boats from Emmonak this summer. There using them to travel to sports as well rather than paying for airplane charters. Cool deal.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/08/11 02:58 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
I'll bet that will make you go poop!


It will if you are not used to eating that stuff..about like if I ate a chilly dog now when my systom is used to wild food.. (I think we took this conversation a little too far..)lol

And Len that is a good program they have for the kids here..
also just the other day I dropped off a big box of over 30 beaver and a few otter and about a dozen tanned fox (some damaged) to the school district here to be split up with the other schools in the region for the sewing classes as a donation from our tanned fur project we have going on with Kwikpak..we sell alot of tanned fur localy as well. (we have tanned wolves ,wolverien and otter,fox and beaver in stock now)
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/08/11 04:18 PM

Interesting how far up into the fresh water the seals go regularly there vs here we seldom see them more than 5 miles into the fresh water and do not seem to have the numbers that you do up there. I know when my son visits up in Alukanuk with the girlfriend he loves going seal hunting
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/08/11 06:49 PM

Guys dip netting in the Copper River down in the Canyon caught one in a dip net this year, and I guess they are regularly seen that far up chasing fish.

-TJ
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/09/11 02:17 AM

We get them regularly up here and we are at least 30 miles from salt. I've also seen them at the Narrows or second rapids and that is another 10 miles past here. They have to ride the big tides to get past our place. The good news is that its an indicater there are fish in the river because they usually follow them up.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/09/11 03:44 AM

And then there was 1. News says 2 of the killer whales aren't so killer
Posted By: countrysmith

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/09/11 04:41 AM

i think jeff should have his own thread all about what he has had to eat with tons of pics
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/09/11 03:29 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
And then there was 1. News says 2 of the killer whales aren't so killer


O-man,

Can you get one hauled out on the bank and trap near it?

If the bears didn't get to it right away, it would probably attract fox all winter!

The concept is PC too: Recycling Shamu!

Pete
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/09/11 05:45 PM

I like the recycle the whale concept,but in my experiance of buying fur on the coast...fur and whale oil dont mix.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/09/11 06:43 PM

Not sure if I will be able to find them sounds like they are in the tidal area right where the water gets really big. I will be going by there on my way to trap beaver this afternoon they are right on my winter line so I guess we will have to see
Posted By: countrysmith

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/10/11 01:53 AM

sorry i did not know it bothered you that much... i will remove it

seems all the emails i get from people who love reading it must all be wrong..

i guess we can only have so many threads with pointless chatter and the alaskan thread was here before mine after all
Posted By: Jordan H

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/10/11 03:16 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Dinner is served



Thank you! Makes my night of elk tenderloins shot this morning seem so boring. I would kill to try all that.. once
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/10/11 03:43 AM

Just for Info. The Almighty Alaskan Threads original intent was meant just for that. The everyday chatter that goes on that doesn't really belong in a thread of its own. Like the meal of the day. Chit chat of the day. It has served it purpose well. Personally I liked when we had less threads and more in-depth discussions about a specific topic that stays in one place. . As far as pointless threads. I see none pointless. If they stay in circulation more power to them. laugh
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/10/11 03:50 AM

Cool about the donations Jeff. Hope a couple find their way to St. Mary's.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/10/11 04:11 AM

Thanks Len..I hope some make it up that way..and hopefully get some of the youth sewing fur again..we have been having brisk sales of tanned fur here in Mountain (mainly otter) I hope it spreads to the other villages soon.

Jordan H..never ate Elk myself heard it was pretty good..

and no Offense Country..just having some fun,and I enjoy your thread.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/10/11 05:28 AM

They have a pretty active Yupik department. They made all their own harpoons etc for the seal trip. They sew fur every year. I hope to get a tanning program going with them. The students will be doing some trapping this year. I hope to incorporate some tanning of the hides in Science class.
Posted By: countrysmith

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/10/11 06:03 AM

lol i know your poking fun
and i agree with you len.. most of my journal is blah blah blah. but in the end i make it for me. i enjoy going back and reading about how i am learning more and more and what i did in the past. i find that when people read what i am doing that they pm me and give me advice i would never hot gotten from anyone. also i have family i dont see much and it gives them a chance to see what i do when i have time.
i am just happy paul lets me post that much junk on his site
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/10/11 06:21 AM

I have to agree pm's have been one of the most rewarding parts to this forum. I have loved communicating via pms. Some great info out there. And generous people as well.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/10/11 06:32 AM

Well Len I hope they do get them out trapping this winter we can always use more trappers around here and if there is anything we can do down here as far as gear and supplies let me know we have a pretty good inventory.. and of course we are always willing to buy there fur if they decide to sell any.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/11/11 03:38 AM

Came home to find the living room wall has been decorated..I think I found a keeper smile

Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/11/11 03:55 AM

she hung a plant and a picture of swans?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/11/11 03:57 AM

I was refering to the Newhouse 4 and 4 1/2...but yes the picture and plant too..lol
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/11/11 05:26 AM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
. I have loved communicating via pms.


grin
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/11/11 05:49 AM

Now Fish don't be changing my text. It was pm's. We know what is on your mind. laugh
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/11/11 05:53 AM

LOL ya forgot it the first go-round. smile loved the story from your kiddos hunt.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/11/11 04:08 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
I was refering to the Newhouse 4 and 4 1/2...but yes the picture and plant too..lol


I figured that those were already there in the man cave.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/11/11 04:20 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
I was refering to the Newhouse 4 and 4 1/2...but yes the picture and plant too..lol


I figured that those were already there in the man cave.


Thats kinda what I was thinking,was looking to see if the plant was hanging off the 4 1/2 trap chain,if she can keep the plant alive shes a keeper grin
And I have ate Agutuk before out in Holy Cross and it will clean the pipes out after you eat 4 bowls of it,tried it with 3 diff, kinds of berries and just strait up,was fairly drunk when I had it but do remeber it was good and the next morning about killed myself in the bathroom LOL
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/11/11 06:23 PM

The man cave is in the other room where I keep all my traps,streachers and tools, and do all my skinning. (yes I said skinning in the house)

we buy fur at the kitchen table and store it in one of the bedrooms with trapping supplies we sell.
yes its a mans house smile

and okie 4 bowls washed down with booze that not a good idea..lol who's house where you at?
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/11/11 10:56 PM

Was at Troys house,think his last name is Turner,was out there with Ray Turner
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/12/11 03:53 AM

There are a bunch of Turners there in HC..never met Troy

I went and checked the net today the whitefish are running pretty good.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/12/11 05:09 AM

Maybe its not Turner,but he is a big man I do know that and his name is Troy,and he was braggin and complaining at the same time about how the new kitchen aid made it "fluffy" but like to do it by hand,but his wife liked the kitchen aid.
Is that a good size white fish in the pic.?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/12/11 06:11 AM

We use to moose hunt up there years ago before we had moose here,but its been awhile since I have been there so not sure who that could of been.

And that is the size white fish we catch in a 5 1/2" mesh net.they get king salmon size and can be caught in the 8 1/2"
but this is the size I prefer.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/12/11 06:27 AM

Any one ever purchased a rig from Dave Smith Motors in Idaho and had it shipped up to Alaska? Looking at a new rig for the wife and the sales guys here think that what they are selling is built of gold and they need to retire off the commision they seem to think they will make. Time to shop outside the box.

-TJ
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/12/11 03:31 PM

Yes - it was a pleasure and everything went smoothly.

Lyberger and others will match Smith now. Lyberger is in Anc.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/11 02:49 AM

Lyberger is what Dealership? How did you handle the shipping up?
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/11 07:39 AM

Lybergers truck and auto sales in Anc. = 907-349-3343. He is a used vehicle dealer but obtains new from Canadian dealers ( Clusters are changed for mph ) and lower 48 dealers as well. All dealers do it.

The Anc. Ford, Chevy, Chrysler dealers have internet sales departments that offer close to the D.S. price if you ask. Plus the shipping cost - even though it is alleged that dealers pay the same shipping country wide.

If you go with D.S. - he will facilitate shipping and give you a quote. Or you can vacation and drive it back. Ask for Skip.

With people cutting back in this economy, there are a ton of nice vehicles for sale on Craigs list. I know two people selling nice trucks who are not getting any calls. So there should be good deals out there.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/11 07:58 AM

I've bought a truck from Lyberger's. Was a great experience to be honest with you. All the ice cream my kids could eat while we waited! I am shopping for a used truck now. Had an idiot hit us up on the Taylor highway a few weeks ago. Near killed us! We lived, but truck is totaled. Can't afford a new one, so shopping for a used Ford f-150 super crew. Got a few on my list, but need to get this insurance thing happening so they can total out my truck, get my loan paid off on it and then buy another to replace it! Sucky process to say the least.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/11 12:33 PM

Thanks guys.

-TJ
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/11 03:15 PM

Originally Posted By: northway
Had an idiot hit us up on the Taylor highway a few weeks ago. Near killed us! We lived, but truck is totaled.


Traffic on there must be picking up quite a bit since the last time I made the run up.....!

Pete
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/11 04:10 PM

X2 regarding Lyberger. He actually started D.S. type pricing in Alaska over 10 years ago. The big three dealers in Anc. hate him for it. They tried to stop him . But he has been around a long time , has lots of connections and was the victor - which was good for the consumer.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/11 05:56 PM

Originally Posted By: Pete in Frbks
Originally Posted By: northway
Had an idiot hit us up on the Taylor highway a few weeks ago. Near killed us! We lived, but truck is totaled.


Traffic on there must be picking up quite a bit since the last time I made the run up.....!

Pete


Pete,

LOL! Only vehicles for 50 miles! A Japanese dude from Florida was heading north and us heading south. Clear night, on the chip seal part of the road, he comes around a corner, I see him fish tail left, corrected to far, front right tires catch the berm where he corrects back to the left, therefore flipping his truck upside down where it proceeds to "fly" through the air into my lane! I had to decide in a millisecond to get hit head on or bite the ditch and hope to avoid it. Well turned hard, and his flying upside down truck caught me in the drivers side door and the rest of the drivers side of the truck forcing us off the road and into the trees! We were fortunate enough to be on the only stretch of highway that doesn't have a cliff or drop off there and actually ended up driving through the trees and back onto the highway once I got control of the truck. Got the truck back onto the highway to see if the other driver was okay. Truck upside down in our lane with crap all over the road. Guy was okay, call with the sat phone and hour and a half later trooper and wrecker show up. We were very lucky. Best part of the story, this clown got our insurance information and filed a claim against us for causing the accident! Said it happened at an intersection. Never ceases to amaze me at how other human's can be total douche's. Guy almost kills us or injures us badly and he lies to our insurance and his.
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/11 07:46 PM

Wow !
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/11 08:34 PM

Sure is dangerous to be driving those highways..I use to do the commute out to Eagle river back in the early 80s and after the first inch of snow hit, I could count 40-50 cars in the ditch on that 10 mile strech..and many of those were upside down!..I would rather play with cub grizzleys than have to do that drive again.

glad you and your family came out of it unscathed..hope that guy gets his someday.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/11 08:54 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Sure is dangerous to be driving those highways..I use to do the commute out to Eagle river back in the early 80s and after the first inch of snow hit, I could count 40-50 cars in the ditch on that 10 mile strech..and many of those were upside down!..I would rather play with cub grizzleys than have to do that drive again.

glad you and your family came out of it unscathed..hope that guy gets his someday.


Thanks Jeff! It was just nuts! I wanted to beat the crap out of the guy especially when he came up and asked, "what happened"?? I proceeded to tell him what happened with some colorful words, but my wife wouldn't let me out of the truck! smile
Posted By: T. Meyer

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/11 10:34 PM

Mike,

Happy to hear that you guy's came out of that OK. I went through a similar situation a few years back, but the other guy wasn't so lucky. Karma will catch up with that idiot.

Ted
Posted By: T. Meyer

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/11 10:38 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Sure is dangerous to be driving those highways..I use to do the commute out to Eagle river back in the early 80s and after the first inch of snow hit, I could count 40-50 cars in the ditch on that 10 mile strech..and many of those were upside down!..I would rather play with cub grizzleys than have to do that drive again.


The only thing that has changed in the last 30 years, is that now there are 70 to 80 cars in the ditch during the first snow. I've gotten in the habit of taking the day off when the first snow hits. My couch is a lot safer than the Glenn Hwy.
Posted By: Trailblazersteve

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/13/11 11:47 PM

Whats wrong the the EAGLE RIVER 15?? Shortest race you can find in the state! Lets see...born in ER 40 years ago....been doing that drive for a long time,lol.

Hey Ted, sorry I missed the meeting last night. I got home and seen the card on my bench and then looked at my watch and it was too late. You shoulda reminded me. I got some ducks for ya...
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/11 04:47 AM

Northway, the Trooper took pics and such for documentation that your insurance company can get right? Hope that worked out for you because you weren't at fault.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/11 05:04 AM

Trooper report was spot on. Both insurance companies were pretty funny after I told them what happened. I am positive both wanted to believe me, but said they would wait for the troopers report. I am sure there is no doubt. Now how to go about a hurt back from it. Trying to figure out the best avenue to go. If anyone has been through that, would love to hear about it.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/11 05:16 AM

Glad that part worked out, not sure about the back though, best wishes.
Posted By: T. Meyer

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/11 07:20 AM

Originally Posted By: Trailblazersteve
Hey Ted, sorry I missed the meeting last night. I got home and seen the card on my bench and then looked at my watch and it was too late. You shoulda reminded me. I got some ducks for ya...


Steve,

No worries, I didn't make it to the meeting either. We had three kids activities going on at the same time, so I couldn't swing it.

If you're around this weekend, I'll swing by and grab the ducks carcasses. I'll be working on trapping gear this weekend, so it's perfect timing. Thanks again.

Ted
Posted By: Trailblazersteve

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/14/11 05:29 PM

Ted, I am taking off right after work to head up and lock up the cabin till freeze up. I have 9 birds and a muskrat in a bag. I'll put them in the back yard up against the house for you. The women should be in and out at home all weekend. I'll have the fish ducks in about a week. Take care!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/15/11 03:25 AM

Originally Posted By: northway
Trooper report was spot on. Both insurance companies were pretty funny after I told them what happened. I am positive both wanted to believe me, but said they would wait for the troopers report. I am sure there is no doubt. Now how to go about a hurt back from it. Trying to figure out the best avenue to go. If anyone has been through that, would love to hear about it.


I sat on a jury a few months back over back/ neck injuries. My best advice is document everything and keep all bills and receipts, even those that any insurance picks up. If you have to go to trial you will need them and the State will make the defendant pay all medical bills, even those covered by insurance- if found liable (plus whatever damages a jury awards). The vast majority of claims will be settled with the insurance company typically. Glad you guys are otherwise ok, what an ordeal!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/15/11 03:28 AM

A good week!



Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/15/11 04:23 AM

Nice! the neck looks swelled up are they rutting? hows the meat? I hunted there once on the rock many years ago and skunked,the erea was hunted out plus we got weatherd in a broke down cabin for a few days ..I did get a couple in Cordova the meat was excellent!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/15/11 08:21 AM

Not rutting yet but definitely in the pre- rut. He had a ton of fat inside and on his ribs and rump. The other mature buck my buddy Sam shot was the same way. Should be great eating, been hanging for a week. I'm cutting him up in the morning and will be having deer steaks for breakfast. If it sucks he'll make good sausage...lol!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/15/11 08:23 AM

Woo hoo!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/15/11 10:35 PM

The buck is delicious I am happy to report! I honestly think hanging them for a week or so makes all the difference. Almost done processing but have to grind the burger yet. Deer burgers for supper...mmmmmmmm!
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/16/11 12:02 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
A good week!






Very nice!! Great pictures!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/16/11 01:50 AM

Those blacktails are so beautiful.
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/16/11 03:53 AM

Great lookin buck!
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/16/11 05:53 AM

Hello i been reading alot of post/topics for the last few years. I learned alot from the alaska trappers from all over. I've only been trapping 3 years or so. I jus wanted to say thanks for all the information and knowledge that is here and it is a valuable resource to the beginer and ole' Pro alike. I'll try my best to put in when and where i can. My first post here so gotta learn how to use this site... yukontrapper
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/16/11 04:16 PM

Welcome.. I look forward to your post and pictures.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/16/11 04:23 PM

Hey YT! Welcome! I have been to Galena quite a few times. I would think a mosquito trapper could make a fortune there! laugh
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/16/11 06:44 PM

Yukonjeff, i never did bring a camera with me. This year is gonna be different for me i am going to bring it along. So hope i can take decent pictures :-) akpawpincher, in the summer you tend to see people slapping themselves alot lol, glad they are gone!
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/11 02:29 AM

Welcome YT. Speaking of pictures what all does everyone do out on the line for carrying your camera and keeping the batteries good in the colder temps. I'd always just keep the small point and shoot in my breast pocket of a shirt under the parka. Had about 2 mins to take a picture once you took it out before it decides to freeze on me.

Mike
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/11 02:47 AM

Castor, i wear about 3-4 layers out on the snow machine, really all you can do is keep it on the 1st layer and take out fast-use-then put right back i guess. Figure i'll find out this winter.
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/11 03:01 AM

Sounds about the same as when I was up there. My problem was always the best pictures to be had were when it was shoot before you could aim lol..... I'll take the cold over bugs any day though!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/11 06:46 AM

I always look pregnant when I am trapping. I keep my point and shoot in my breast pocket but my sat phone, video camera and gps all go in the layer between my long johns and shirt. Always warm and pretty handy. They all seem to jiggle in place such that I don't even notice them.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/11 02:51 PM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
I always look pregnant when I am trapping. I keep my point and shoot in my breast pocket but my sat phone, video camera and gps all go in the layer between my long johns and shirt. Always warm and pretty handy. They all seem to jiggle in place such that I don't even notice them.


Same here.

I keep all those things that need to be kept warm in a stuff sack down the front of my chest, with the drawstring looped over the back of my neck. I find that if I put something in a breast pocket, it is invariably going to fall out when I lean over to set, or relure or something.

I also line the stuff sack with a plastic bag to avoid having sweat condense on the items.

Pete
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/11 03:43 PM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
I always look pregnant when I am trapping. I keep my point and shoot in my breast pocket but my sat phone, video camera and gps all go in the layer between my long johns and shirt. Always warm and pretty handy. They all seem to jiggle in place such that I don't even notice them.


I do this as well with the camera, VHF, and GPS problem is your coat ends up weighing an extra 10 pounds there has to be a better way to keep them all warm and handy
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/11 03:48 PM

Morning, last year i carried a VHF radio with me...i had it inside my jacket clipped on the top of my Goretex Bibs. It got very uncomfortable bringing that everywhere. I can get max distance (20-25 miles) depending on my elevetion and line of site of the distance between me and home.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/11 05:10 PM

Only issue I have had with having camera's inside my jacket is that there is always some moisture from your body and when you pull them out to take pictures in the cold, they fog right up.

-TJ
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/11 06:14 PM

I keep my point and shoot in my buttoned breast pocket. I have not had trouble with my video camera. but it is in a case.
I like putting them in separately as they all find a home that seems to be more comfortable than putting in a bag that would stay in one place. They work around my side etc. I really don't know there there for the most part.
I try to dress layered such that I don't sweat much.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/11 11:34 PM

I got some wierd call earlier, and it was from some odd ol number.... the crazy bat was abbbling about being on the way or we are there or something...i told her wrong number and she apologized.

I go to lunch and come back and that number sent me a text... so i was like wth?? I understand old people and technology, but jeeze... figure it out already...

next i get a picture of some lady and a scare crow in a corn field. and she has her handful of "rooster"

anyways, upon blowing it up


Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/17/11 11:36 PM

Ken must have spent some money to use that combine instead of a dog to flush them ditch chickens.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/18/11 12:30 AM

I wonder if she is going to let him take a few pheasants to the cabin for dinner this winter smile
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/18/11 12:51 AM

Unlikely. Been wondering where Ken and Barb have been. Looks like the only place in the country hiring!
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/18/11 02:00 AM

That combine is kinda like the Real Man's "Bad Boy Buggy!"

Pete
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/18/11 02:04 AM

I have always heard of people riding the combine to hunt pheasants, I guess it is true smile. Beats his normal wheelchair I guess.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/18/11 02:15 AM

Rascals don't come from factory, "track ready"......
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/18/11 05:34 AM

Fish, I have my Grandpas old 22 he use to shoot pheasants with from his tractor guess he filled many a table while in the corn fields of MN and IW
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/18/11 01:18 PM

There was a lot of green on that bird......


I don't know who is more tired and sore....me or the dog. It's been 38-44 and blowing 25-30 everyday. Really wears a guy out. Not as many birds as last year but just as much fun. That's Barb's first bird ever. She was pretty happy. Only took 17 boxes of shells to get it.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/18/11 03:02 PM

Good thing your not shooting at doves!
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/18/11 03:57 PM

I have a friend in northern NM who kept noticing a really nice muley buck in one of his alfalfa fields.

He took note of the fact that anytime the big buck saw a pickup slow down within a 1/2 mile, he would skedaddle right away. However the deer was comfortable with a tractor going by cutting or raking or conditioning or baling hay. Wouldn't even lift his head.

So this enterprising cowboy took his muzzleloader with him on the tractor and killed the buck at under 50 yards.

Scored over 215"!

Pete
Posted By: Stewie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/19/11 03:09 AM



Only took 17 boxes of shells to get it. [/quote]

It's funny how much her shooting improved when I gave her a shell with shot in it. Also Ken, you better hope the ol blister don't see that picture. She's gonna to real mad when she sees that pretty young thing you brought to South Dakota.
Posted By: Windswept

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/19/11 05:44 AM


Lol, glad to see they're having a good time!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/19/11 01:23 PM

Stewie , you promised you wouldn't tell about the shot.

That cute young thing is a German wire-haired pointer.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/21/11 01:13 AM

Surely the lynx populations should follow. Homer is inundated with Hares. As is the whole Peninsula.
He and a buddy got 25 one night and 26 a few nights later. Cow abunga

Posted By: Bert

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/21/11 04:31 AM

Ol' Blister, the story I heard was that 'your' rooster came out the back end of the combine....so watch is the true story??

You guys should have stayed an extra day, RJ shot 2 tender does tonight.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/22/11 04:17 PM

Sounds like you guys ate well that evening!


Come to think of it that bird was missing a few feathers.
Posted By: Cattrax

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/22/11 06:11 PM

I think Ken took this trip to try and find wives for his school, last I heard he wasn't doing any good at recruiting any though, and I heard that he met one in Casper that gave him a run for his money. grin
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/23/11 01:21 AM

Yes she did ! But before the evening was over I think she was considering all the advantages to taking the class.
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/23/11 03:37 PM

It was great fun, meeting both of you, Cattrax!!

She scored quite a few points - real "zingers" !!!
Posted By: Cattrax

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/23/11 10:53 PM

Barb that was a lot of fun that night, I'm glad I was finally able to catch up with you two, I hope we get more time next time to visit, and Toby was great to visit with, he has a lot of knowledge with game, plus I owe Ken and you dinner now! LOL
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/24/11 04:08 PM

And now we have it in writing.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/24/11 07:58 PM

some snow pheasants invited for dinner
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/24/11 09:00 PM

Nice Jeff!

I had the pleasure of taking my new son in law out for his first deer yesterday. He hasn't hunted much and had never deer hunted before. We hiked into a place I call "The meat locker" and didn't have to wait too long. On the way in we jumped a bear and about ten minutes after watching it clear a ridge a quarter mile away Hugh spotted this nice forky watching us from a grassy knoll a little over 100 yards away. I coached him into a good shooting position and he got his 'buck fever' under control and made a great shot. He is still smiling! We dragged it out near the trail head then I ran back to the house and picked up the sled and Christine and they finished the drag together. Next weekend we go out for Christine's deer.




Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/25/11 01:56 AM

Good clear-thinking son-in-law you have there. He already has your daughter packing out his kill on that sled!

They are BOTH "keepers!"

Pete
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/25/11 02:41 AM

Yes they are... LOL!
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/25/11 03:36 PM

And she doesn't have to go to W17's Wife School, at least not right away....
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/25/11 03:38 PM

That thought had occurred to me too.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/26/11 06:22 AM

If she starts backsliding we may have to have an intervention, but I think she will be good to go for awhile. I'm gonna miss her come fire wood haulin' time though... Maybe I can borrow her back for some refresher training....
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/11 04:59 PM

White17:

Tell me that you don't have snow already ?


http://www.borealisbroadband.net/vid-mcgrath1mega.htm


It's too early for snow !!!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/11 05:55 PM

We woke up to a couple of inches this morning smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/11 05:58 PM

Snowing here as I type..
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/11 06:26 PM

We have had about 4 inches for a week,everyones been using snowmachiens here, I pulled my boat up with mine yesterday the river still aint froze but hope to have ice running soon..
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/11 06:33 PM

Yukon Jeff:
At least your snow chickens look like they belong. When I made a mail run to the vilage the other day I saw large buches of them setting in the brown alders pure white looking as nervous as a hooker in church. Pulled my skiff yesterday so maybe it will stay warm.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/11 07:21 PM

lol Bob..sounds like good hunting smile
its always good to put a bunch away this time of year when they are still in the berries no willow taste..
and nice to find rabbits white like that hiding in the brown..
hope you get snow soon,they will be trick or treatig on snowmachiens here this year.

eels will be coming with the ice here soon smile
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/11 07:48 PM

snowing...snowing, and more snowing. First time I've seen t his much snow (or really ANY snow) in October here. Figures...no Skandic...
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/11 07:59 PM

we have had snow here for over a week but unless we see more over this weekend, I dont think snowmachine travel will be an option for the opener here on tuesday.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/11 08:18 PM

We have maybe 6-7 inches and ice is running pretty good here. It never did get below 20 degrees yet. Gonna be awhile till i get to cross the river to get to the line... More time to get ready i guess.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/27/11 09:54 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
White17:

Tell me that you don't have snow already ?


http://www.borealisbroadband.net/vid-mcgrath1mega.htm


It's too early for snow !!!




Heck yeah we do! It's never too early for snow.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/28/11 02:00 AM

Still raining here, but snow is immenent. Creeping down the mountains.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/28/11 05:26 PM

15in of snow on my truck hood
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/28/11 05:37 PM

Just enough to make things white here!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/28/11 10:42 PM

There was 4 inches last night on the Kvichak River......
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/29/11 12:31 AM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
Still raining here, but snow is immenent. Creeping down the mountains.


We have the same here too. Hoping for snow soon to push the deer down.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/29/11 04:54 AM

Still raining and blowing. Hope for a break this weekend. Gotta get traps out to the sites before the season starts. Get them hanging and save weight on the skiff.
Nice to just have to set them rather than have to pack them, as well as bait, come Dec. 1.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/29/11 05:11 AM

Originally Posted By: FishinHank
Originally Posted By: alaska viking
Still raining here, but snow is immenent. Creeping down the mountains.


We have the same here too. Hoping for snow soon to push the deer down.


We usually don't get enough snow here until at least late Nov to push the deer down to the beaches, but then it's game on. Have the deer recovered in SE since the last major die off? That was brutal!
Posted By: AKtrapper26

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/29/11 05:41 AM

About 5-6 inches on the ground here, lots of floes on the river...but clear skies...
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/29/11 04:02 PM

Deer are making a comeback in most areas. N.E. Chichagof is still suffering a bit, but showing signs of recovery.
It was brutal. Die-offs in some areas was just beyond imagination. Beaches and tree lines were covered with dead deer.
Posted By: woodsman416

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/29/11 05:10 PM

I have about four inches here in New Jersey....Oh sorry, wrong thread. grin
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/29/11 05:34 PM

The Henry .22 mag was recently mentioned. A gun smith told me the Marlin XT WMR might be a better option ie: better price, likely more accurate, stainless or blue, composite or wood, tube or seven shot clip, adjustable trigger, bull barrel option, etc. It was a new model for 2011.

Anyone have experience with one or an informed opinion ?

Thanks
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/29/11 07:35 PM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
Deer are making a comeback in most areas. N.E. Chichagof is still suffering a bit, but showing signs of recovery.
It was brutal. Die-offs in some areas was just beyond imagination. Beaches and tree lines were covered with dead deer.


That was the first year I was stationed in Sitka. Baranof wasn't hit quite as hard, but I remember seeing pics of dead deer covering the high tide line and floating in the water all the way to Juneau. We have had some serious winter kills here too, but that was unbelievable. Glad that they are filling back in.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/30/11 09:07 PM

Looks like the occupy the Tundra movement has some competition!!!

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/nationnow/2011/10/bethel-occupy-the-tundra-facebook.html
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 02:08 AM

She is NUTZ!!!!!!!! CRAZY!!!!! The biggest antitrapper in town and the root of all our trapping issues here in Bethel. tempted to even delete the link LOL
Posted By: trapr

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 04:32 AM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
She is NUTZ!!!!!!!! CRAZY!!!!! The biggest antitrapper in town and the root of all our trapping issues here in Bethel. tempted to even delete the link LOL
methinks you are possibly deleting the wrong thing.can folks still be "run out of town" for the public good?solving problems,it's what I do! crazy
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 05:46 AM

Well,
Christine got her buck today and it was a dandy. 150 yd shot off a pack frame using my Ruger compact .243 and 100 gr. bullets. Her husband will never here the end of it...lol!

Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 07:28 AM

How'd that .243 do? Pretty interested in that caliber, would be a good starter for the kid before he graduates to the big .270 wink ! Glad she got one!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 03:35 PM

Looks like he's got the "rut-neck". Very nice buck!
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 05:56 PM

Congrats on the nice buck. smile
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 08:04 PM

Originally Posted By: Aknative
How'd that .243 do? Pretty interested in that caliber, would be a good starter for the kid before he graduates to the big .270 wink ! Glad she got one!


I bought it for my youngest son to use when he was 12. He put down a nice 3x3 with it on his first hunt. I went with the Ruger compact stainless as it seemed to be about right for him. Love that rifle! IMO the .243 is about the perfect deer caliber. Shot placement is important of course but any shot to the vitals equals a dead deer. We have killed 5 deer with it, 2 neck shots and three shoulder shots and all dropped either on the spot or within a few seconds. I don't take it into the bear zones without a back up though! crazy

He was definitely starting to rut. He had set up in a doe rich environment and had major trails and beds worn down in the grass. I could smell him when we were 20 yards away. The meat is hanging in game bags under the balcony (red neck wind chimes) and will be perfect in a week or so.

It just occurred to me that all of my kids- and my new son in law- killed their first bucks on their first hunt. It took me years to kill my first buck. blush smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 09:18 PM

I don't know what to do......I took a leak out in front of the house yesterday and it snowed 2 inches last night. This morning wolf tracks came in and circled the exact spot then left the same way it came in......Should I bottle it or go see a doctor...?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 09:35 PM

Maybe you can get a contract with the Boss... I can see it now... Dobbins Wolf Wizz. You should hold it until you work out the details!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 10:17 PM

When you hit 50, holding it isn't an option.........lol
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 10:35 PM

Cougartail,, We had a wolf in our yard this a.m. as well. My wife got out the door with a rifle just in time to see it dash in the alders.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 11:14 PM

Are they prime enough yet? I'm heading out now to follow the tracts to see where he went....
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 11:15 PM

Originally Posted By: Cougartail
When you hit 50, holding it isn't an option.........lol


Tell me about it! LOL!
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/31/11 11:44 PM

When it comes to wolf, they're always prime enough to harvest!!! LOL...
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/01/11 05:00 AM

I can hold it at 50. Probably at 60, too. Heck, it get's down to only minus -5 or so here. Imagine the guys up north!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/01/11 04:26 PM

I about peed when I looked at the thermometer this morning at 5:30.

Twas -11 here.

I was kinda enjoying the drawn out fall weather!

Pete
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/01/11 05:34 PM

Minus 7 here and lots of northern lights this morning
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/01/11 06:24 PM

SNOW! Got an inch or so last night, first of the season besides a trace the other day. It isn't much but it sure is pretty!
Posted By: chessielover

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/01/11 06:36 PM

Finally getting some snow here. They have been calling for it over the last week but no luck until last night.

Around 3in. since 10pm and doesn't look like it will let up soon, sure hope we get around a foot by the 10th.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 02:17 AM

white17:

The river up in McGrath looks just about frozen over. Is this an early freeze for the river ?
Posted By: T,L. 1242

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 02:22 AM

32 and still some green grass in places. Sure nothing like last November.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 02:25 AM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
white17:

The river up in McGrath looks just about frozen over. Is this an early freeze for the river ?



It is frozen closed here but there are some big stretches that are still open. This is actually late for this location.
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 02:54 AM

So far nothin stickin here, all melts come midday. Low 20's over night. It's black ice season again down south here.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 03:02 AM

We have snow sticking and staying now, been in the negatives last few days. River is still running ice, lakes still not thick enough. So jus waitin till it really freezes up to go play out in the woods.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 03:39 AM

Here is the Skinning shed 8'x8'x8' I built this fall, been good so far, lil small but cost effective when fuel is $6 a gallon for fuel. So see how it works out this winter. Also using a bravo to make it cost effective when gasoline is $7 a gallon. How big is your guys skinning sheds?

Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 04:00 AM

The skinning starts outside and as the temperature drops moves into the windbreak with the last stop being the living room!

Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 04:19 AM

What is that in the first pic Watarrat? Looks monstrous!
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 04:20 AM

That's my wife!!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 04:26 AM

Hahahahaahahahahah! Guess I was asking for that. What is the little lady skinning? Caribou?
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 04:39 AM

Wolf,,probably full of caribou. But we haven't had caribou around her in 6 or 7 yrs now!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 04:56 AM

My shed is 12x16 and I heat it with wood. It's also storage for a lot of Alaska Fin and Fur equipment so if it's not organized, it's a nightmare to get anything done. My first year I did 56 reds in the boiler room of my house. The wife training video from White paid off as she is also a connoisseur of green belly.... smile
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 05:19 AM

Watarrat, nice wolves and wolverine! Thats pretty cool. I used my dads garage for the last few years and last minute in Sept. I decided to make something. Was always there late on school nights and the kids were tired out in the AM so i had to do something. Wish i could of built bigger but trapping gear budget was impeding that choice shocked! Kusko, wow thats alot of reds! I never really had a line i could really run but this year i have a decent lil run to do. So i have high hopes for this season. Should be alot of learning and fun. Good luck guys!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 05:42 AM

Hey YT, is your skinning outhouse heated with a Toyo? smile
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 06:01 AM

lol yeah, gets pretty warm in there quick lol. I leave the temp turned to around 55 degrees. 10 gallons in about 6 weeks so far. The Skinning Outhouse is part Airforce sheetmetal roof, Old Church windows, federal housing door, mix up of lumber, re-used airbase insulation, and the plywood i got from a buddy. The toyo i had in my old house. Oh yea and a old thrown away 4x8 airline sign! Quite the trapper creation lol
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 02:20 PM

The joy of skinning in the kitchen living room dissapeared at my house this year after doing it there for 30yrs I built a 12x20 fur shed. It keeps getting called the man cave by a certain someone and I am told all I need is a bed and I can live out there. I think she needs a little retraining!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 02:46 PM

I have always skinned in the combination, kitchen, living-room, bedroom. It's always pleasant to eat dinner next to a frozen wolf hanging from the ridge pole for 4-5 days. Lovely natural air freshener.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 03:58 PM

Originally Posted By: otterman
The joy of skinning in the kitchen living room dissapeared at my house this year after doing it there for 30yrs I built a 12x20 fur shed. It keeps getting called the man cave by a certain someone and I am told all I need is a bed and I can live out there. I think she needs a little retraining!


If you suggest to the Fish Boss that she needs retraining, you may actually ending up sleeping out there in the new shed (even without a bed!)
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/02/11 04:58 PM

Originally Posted By: Pete in Frbks
Originally Posted By: otterman
The joy of skinning in the kitchen living room dissapeared at my house this year after doing it there for 30yrs I built a 12x20 fur shed. It keeps getting called the man cave by a certain someone and I am told all I need is a bed and I can live out there. I think she needs a little retraining!


If you suggest to the Fish Boss that she needs retraining, you may actually ending up sleeping out there in the new shed (even without a bed!)

Pete you sure got that right!!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 01:21 AM

Well I am also bored, sitting waiting for the fur to prime, so decide to get the net set today and have fresh fish while I wait.
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 01:54 AM

Jeff can you explain how that is set up? Is it just one net connected below or two?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 02:08 AM

Its just one net its a 5 1/2" mesh gillnet,its not hard you just need to get a string under the ice,by chopping holes close together enough for a long stcik with a floater tied on the end to be threaded through the holes and once you have them through all the way to the end hole you just tie the net on and pull the line and net back through, and to check it you just tie the line on the far end and pull the net out the other side and pull the sting to set it back..easy huh smile
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 02:12 AM

Originally Posted By: yukontrapper
Here is the Skinning shed 8'x8'x8' I built this fall, been good so far, lil small but cost effective when fuel is $6 a gallon for fuel. So see how it works out this winter. Also using a bravo to make it cost effective when gasoline is $7 a gallon. How big is your guys skinning sheds?


My new fur shed at camp,when it is right side up :), is 10 x 12 x 8 high with wood heat.

Many years ago, when I decided to get trapping again after my boyhood adventures I had and interesting episode. I caught a mink and set up an apple box as a fur table just inside the door and proceeded to pelt that mink. My wife never haven seen a mink before was watching with interest. Yep, I hit the gland, first and last time for any pelting in the house.
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 02:12 AM

Doesnt sound too bad at all, just couldnt figure it out since never seen it done. Someday in the future hopefully!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 03:01 AM

Here is the threading the line through the holes part, and the net on top of the ice.
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 03:12 AM

Whats your target fish typically with that setup? I always heard of netting under the ice, just never knew how it was actually done.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 03:29 AM

we hope to catch Burbot,Sheefish,two kinds of Whitefish and Pike,if it was smaller mesh I would be catching Cisco
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 03:49 AM

What is Sheefish comparable to in taste? Similar in flavor to Whitefish?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 04:20 AM

Yes Similar in taste but Shee are a bit better.. and are much larger.
Posted By: Bushman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 05:28 AM

Yukon those jiggers would be pretty easy to use on holes that far apart. I use to watch the guys on Great slave set their nets and was always amazed how they'd follow the tapping and find their line. Thousand year old technology and still working. I bet those ice cold fish are delicious.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 05:50 AM

Bushman you bet..those fish are ice cold and still flopping when I get them to the house.
the elders love to have fresh fish givin to them and its a great way to feed yourself all winter when grub is scarce.
as long as your carefull and dont let it freeze into the ice and check it regularly it will be catching fish till mid May when the ice goes out.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 07:02 AM

Originally Posted By: Bushman
Yukon those jiggers would be pretty easy to use on holes that far apart. I use to watch the guys on Great slave set their nets and was always amazed how they'd follow the tapping and find their line. Thousand year old technology and still working. I bet those ice cold fish are delicious.


I watched guys out of thunder bay do this one year. Had a 50 fathom net strung under the ice, and just found the "tapping" and chopped a hole and there was the other end.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 04:43 PM

I have set nets under the ice, watched it done but am totally confused by what you guys are referring to as tapping? I have always seen both ends secured by poles like Jeff's pict shows. Please explain.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 04:55 PM

Well two days ago it was blowing so hard we had white caps in the bird bath. Now it's frozen solid!
Still can't get to the line. Really need to drop off traps to lighten the load in the skiff for the opener.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 07:50 PM

I think my the tapping they're talking about a jig that swims through the water as you pull on a line through the hole you put the tapper into the water through. With each pull and swim stroke it taps against the ice, and when you have it as far as you want you locate the tap and chop a hole through which you retrive the tapper and then pull the net through both holes...I think that's how it works, but if someone can explain it better please do!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 09:20 PM

I am also confused about the tapping thing.

here we use the pole with a floater tied on a short string just enough to let it pop up in next hole its looks like the bouy poping up in jaws.
we have strong current in the river so you need to put some english on it to hit the next hole with the floater.
the main line is attached to the floater and threaded under the ice to the next hole,when it pops up we just untie the string,pull the pole back out the way it came and retie the string on and thread it through to the next hole,once you have the whole string under,you can just tie one end of the net on and pull it under the ice using the main line and tie a pole on both ends and tie them to the support sticks frozen into the ice.

when checking the net just untie the far end from a pole making sure not to let it loose and tie the line off on the net and go back and feed the net out the hole on the other end,and simply pull on the line to set the net back under the ice
and retie your poles in place.

I was just on my way out to check the net ,but we are in a MAJOR STORM now and had to turn back
we are getting a good dump of snow.
here is a pic from last year.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 09:24 PM

I have done it like Jeff in the past but had a friend now deceased who had one of the tappers being talked about. The nice thing about them is you only have to drill 2 holes if I rememebr correctly. I only heard him talk about using it and he has been gone for several years.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/03/11 09:52 PM

yes, it swims out when you "jig it" and it doesn't come back, it catches on the bottom of the ice, so every "jig" of the rope, it goes further out. Saw guys running 50 fathom of line in a very short time, it is quite slick, I have never seen them for sale anywhere, but it seems the old time commercial underwater netters still have them around.

It would probably not work very well in the rivers with currents, but on Lake superior in Thunder Bay, it was amazing how well it worked.
Posted By: Justin147

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/11 04:25 AM

I have seen this "jigging" board in action on Lake Superior. They are usually painted bright orange because sometimes you can spot them through the ice (depending on ice conditions). The other way to locate the board under the ice is to listen for the board hitting the bottom of the ice while someone is pulling the rope from the starting point. I will try to get a picture of one and post it. They can be made from a 2x8, and minimal hardware.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/11 05:46 AM

I know they will work on the sloughs in the river with little or no current were the whitefish and pike tend to hang here
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/11 07:15 AM

My grandad emailed me this... Pretty cool!

http://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?v=Z0qGvC3vqaA
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/11 08:33 AM

That was cool. Be freaky down there.
Posted By: johnd

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/11 11:50 AM

Jigging board video, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LG1PD7eVwp8&feature=related
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/11 04:06 PM

First snow of the year this a.m. About 1 1/2" on the ground right now, swirling wind. Better go put the plow on the truck.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/11 04:51 PM

Originally Posted By: johnd


Thanks..Thats pretty neat,and works good on a lake..but would never work here on the Yukon with our strong current.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/11 05:42 PM

Jeff maybe if you put enough english on it. ;0)
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/11 05:53 PM

LOL...I would have to point it upstream to start and catch it as is goes by the hole..
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/11 06:00 PM

Might actually work if you could have a hook of some kind waiting at the hole as it comes by.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/11 06:18 PM

It might if you catch it going by the first time..if not it could get stuck on the broken ice or slush ice under there and never see it again.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/04/11 10:54 PM

Well here is the catch of the day small (sheefish) I also caught a pretty nasty looking Dog salmon.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/05/11 06:56 PM

I'm watching out the window as the Ol' Blister fires up her new Bravo for the first time. She got stuck in the first 50 feet but is now running laps around the area. I think she is going to frostbite her teeth if she doesn't stop grinning.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/05/11 07:19 PM

Did you make her the extra cushy seat yet?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/05/11 07:40 PM

No, she carries that with her.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/05/11 07:43 PM

Nice knowin' ya!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/05/11 08:47 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
No, she carries that with her.


I have got to meet this woman..... She must have a plan hatching in the back of her mind?

Otherwise he would be dead already...
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/05/11 09:00 PM

She's not here right now. She's at a caribou hair tufting class so I have time to pack.
Posted By: trapr

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 04:51 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
She's not here right now. She's at a caribou hair tufting class so I have time to pack.
caribou hair tufting class? Is that part of her masters training for wife school?
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 04:16 PM

ROFLMAO!!!!!!!!!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 04:54 PM

Finally able to get to my line yesterday!!! Water was almost flat calm, perfect tides. Got about 90% of the steel out to the sets, wired and cabled, and hanging. Will sure make opening day easier. Had fresh snow from the day before, about 5". Nice to see sign again!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 05:14 PM

Originally Posted By: trapr
Originally Posted By: white17
She's not here right now. She's at a caribou hair tufting class so I have time to pack.
caribou hair tufting class? Is that part of her masters training for wife school?



Exactly right ! It will be available on DVD for continuing students as well as those returning for remedial classes.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 05:24 PM

Yesterday....

Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 05:41 PM

Looks nice. Man I hate snow in the boat ! Looks like an easy place to get firewood.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 05:45 PM

Snow in the boat does suck. It makes everything so treacherous.

White, are you kidding? They can't cut any of that with the greenies down there! Remember, they have to use trap tags. smile
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 05:52 PM

Yeah, that's where the cordless sawz-all comes in. Nice and quiet. And it just seems like such a "green" alternative to a chain saw!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 06:37 PM

Right Kusko I forgot that.

I like to discard the dead sawzall batteries into the ocean. Hopefully they leak.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 06:39 PM

Got about 8" of snow today and still coming down.....may have to put the ski skins on the bravo
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 07:06 PM

Yep it's really looking serious here too. We already have about 20 inches. It will probably all melt during the Thanksgiving chinook.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 07:09 PM

LOL Ya thats the way it goes if not then it will do it in Feb.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 09:53 PM

I was just outside shoveling snow and got to thinking....I have never seen this much snow this early in the year. We're over 2 feet right now and still coming down
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 09:58 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
I was just outside shoveling snow and got to thinking....I have never seen this much snow this early in the year. We're over 2 feet right now and still coming down


Wait what? Thought Barb did all the heavy lifting?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/06/11 10:10 PM

You're right. She's putting a new front end in the 4wd Nissan. I just scooped the snow from around the truck so it's quicker for her to crawl underneath.
Posted By: trapr

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/11 02:59 AM

did she bring in enough wood to keep you warm while you are reading and listening to music?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/11 03:08 PM

Speaking of corless sazall's any alternatives to the Dewalt high dollar low life battery's?
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/11 03:32 PM

As a contractor, I really work my woodworking tools, and while DeWalt is pricey, they will take a beating.
I have noticed that overall battery life does seem short, and I have 8 batteries for the various cordless stuff, all 18 volt. Seems like I'm buying a new 2-pack every 3 months or so. However, these guys are pretty much used 5-6 days a week.
For occasional use, one might get by with a Ryobi or something.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/11 04:33 PM

AV:
I have no complaint about the tools its just the price and life of the batteries. Best price I can find delivered is $50 a pop. About the same as 4 wheeler batteries which are also grossly overpriced underperformers. Just thought someone may have a better valued source for either.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/11 08:19 PM

I'm afraid there's no easy answer to the cordless tool battery problem Bob. I've looked into rebuilding them and the cost of the 15 cells is higher than the cost of a new battery. The key is to try to squeeze as much life out of them as you can by charging them before they discharge 100% and then suck it up and buy the new ones when you need them. If you stay on the lookout sometimes you can get them on sale...but not often.

Man, we got more than knee deep snow already...I spent ALL weekend plowing and shoveling and there was another 6 inches this morning. My trapline will be out of reach for at least a week, and thats if we get some cold weather and NO MORE SNOW!!!

White, I think youre right, this is the earliest we've had this much snow in recent memory...

I hope to heck this isnt going to be one of those warm wet winters!!!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/11 08:22 PM

Me too !
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/11 09:01 PM

This snow is preventing us from freezing up good.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/11 09:20 PM

It's terrible here. The rivers look dark and wet from the air. No one is using them. It's going to take a bunch of overflow and then some really cold weather to make things safe.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/11 09:40 PM

We are supposed to get dumped on again on Wed. I like the snow, because some years, we don't get much, but when there is so much and it insulates, I'm afraid someone with go through the ice.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/07/11 09:43 PM

Good chance of it this year
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/08/11 02:06 AM

I needed my truck today, it had about 18 inches of settled snow on it. I was plowing snow today on the bravo. I think i am going to make a huge p-tex skid plate that go's all the way to the bumper. Another note the creeks were thin today and alot of rabbit and ptarmigan sign on the east line. Jus need -20 for a week or so :-)
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/10/11 03:11 AM

Weather is going to take a crap here tommorrow. Small craft advisory pretty much everywhere.
Outside waters, (Sitka, etc.). 27' seas. Makes it tough to get out for now.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/10/11 10:50 PM

What's next, rain or -50?




Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/10/11 10:52 PM

First one, then the other...jeez, dont go jinxin' things, lol


Nice place you got there Takotna. I like the low eave access to the stove pipe. Wish I would have done that at my place. I feel like a flying walenda everytime I have to climb up there...
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/10/11 11:06 PM



I must be living in the "Banana Belt", as it is 40 degrees out with a slight breeze.

If you look close at the picture, you'll see caribou taking a swim......
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/10/11 11:50 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
Speaking of corless sazall's any alternatives to the Dewalt high dollar low life battery's?


Was looking for that post on the DeWalt sawzal a while back, think it was UBob that posted it. Anyway after reading it I thought what a good idea. So out I go an blow my lunch money on a new DeWalt sawzal and two DeWalt 18V Lithium-Ion Batteries. I used it around camp one day and the battery went low after some use. Plugged the charger into the generator and it recharged in one hour.

Since then I have made a couple of horizontal marten sets and pruned a bit of brush. The second battery still has life. I do think they are short lived for heavier cutting. For the application I am using and one hour recharge it is ideal. Beats dragging out the chainsaw for light work.

Prior to the Dewalt I had bought another brand for my camp trailer, it really sucked and I returned it. The Dewalt is 300 percent better.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 12:17 AM

I am OK with my 18v DeWalt tools. Use the heck out of them on the job. I much preferred my original 9.6v Makita tools. Batteries lasted much longer and I see no advantage to the 18v. What I really dislke is the way the LION batteries stop instantly when they get low. What a pain to have that happen at the top of the ladder ! Nice to have the slow warning that you're running out of power.

On the flip side, the DeWalt cordless impact driver # DC825 is one of the best tools I've ever used. Dives long screws with no effort. Great for removing old screws that are driven crooked or below the surface. Couldn't live without it and it's paid for itself several times over.....even though it's that same 18v system
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 01:16 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
I am OK with my 18v DeWalt tools. Use the heck out of them on the job. I much preferred my original 9.6v Makita tools. Batteries lasted much longer and I see no advantage to the 18v. What I really dislke is the way the LION batteries stop instantly when they get low. What a pain to have that happen at the top of the ladder ! Nice to have the slow warning that you're running out of power.

On the flip side, the DeWalt cordless impact driver # DC825 is one of the best tools I've ever used. Dives long screws with no effort. Great for removing old screws that are driven crooked or below the surface. Couldn't live without it and it's paid for itself several times over.....even though it's that same 18v system


I love my Makita tools, but now is hard to find batteries locally.

Our son is trying to tell me to get one of those drivers, he swears by his. Maybe he buy me one for christmas .. LOL smile
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 01:56 AM

x3 on the Dewalt/Makita drivers - they are exceptional. You can hang off a rafter or ladder in a contorted position and drive a long screw one handed with little effort. Great for metal roofing jobs.
Posted By: trapr

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 03:54 AM

the new li-ion makita 18 volt impacts are super light weight and will twist a large screw into some very tough wood.I prefer the makita battery stuff over the dewalt because of the ergonomics of the tools.
Posted By: travlinnorth

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 04:38 AM

Rockwell makes some of the best cordless tools ever in my opinion. Will double the run time of a B&D. Really light and very comfortable to use. Pretty expensive, but worth it. I have their 18 volt impact drill. Would'v liked to get the whole set.
Posted By: travlinnorth

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 04:39 AM

Don't know how they are compared to makita, but I'm guessing at least as good.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 05:30 AM

Originally Posted By: trapr
the new li-ion makita 18 volt impacts are super light weight and will twist a large screw into some very tough wood.I prefer the makita battery stuff over the dewalt because of the ergonomics of the tools.



I agree. The balance points on the Makita tools are superior to DeWalt.

However, a light tool is subject to greater wear from vibration than a heavier tool. In 1990 I bought two Makita worm drive circular saws. By 1993 I had had both of them rebuilt. By 1997 both were junk. During that same time period I was running a Skill 77 worm drive. That saw is still running and all I have replaced is the foot or table whichever you want to call it. The skill is about a pound heavier than the Makita, which if you pick the saw up a hundred times a day really makes a difference at the end of the day. But the tool life isn't there and the Makita really jumped around from the torque and light weight of the saw. Just not as safe IMO as the Skill.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 06:37 AM

I agree. The balance points on machete is vital. laugh
Oh Wait they don't make machete's
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 07:18 AM

A little bear hunting in the morning with the son in law. Hoping for snow before daylight so we can get 'er done! I love tracking them in the snow, makes for an exciting hunt and you can get a good size estimate. No sense in shooting a boo boo bear if you can help it.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 02:49 PM

Good one Len !

Good luck Greg. Pix at 11
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 08:49 PM

I built my entire house and framed the inside of my shop with basically three tools. A makita 18V drill, a makita 18v skill saw, and a paslode framing nailer. Started in 2003, still not finished smile

I've had to buy a fair amount of new batteries over the last 8 years. They arent cheap, but those makita tools are hands down the best investment I've ever made in tools. Light, ergonometric, durable. I've never owned a dewalt, maybe they're better, but I'll never find out unless/until my makita tools fail someday...

The paslode is awesome too.. just less awesome than the makitas..lol
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 09:41 PM

I own a Paslode framing nailer and like it fine. But I also own the Hitachi which is the cadillac of nailers.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 09:54 PM

Pittu- What kind of battery life are you getting out of the skill saw before needing a recharge? Is it just me or do those things eat batteries alive....
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 11:22 PM

On a good 2.6 Ah battery that is fully charged, I would say I get about 30 to 40 2x6 cross cuts before charges. If you start ripping things, it wont last as long. The beauty of the makita skill saw is that it is small, light, manueverable in tight places and on ladders, etc. It has way more horsepower pound for pound than a standard 1/2 hp corded skill saw. I own a heavy aluminum bodied Black and Decker and unless i get in a bind for makita batteries it never gets used. We're off the grid so its nice to be able to use the tools for smaller jobs without needing the gnerator running.

I love the paslode, but you do have to take the combustion chamber apart and clean them occasionally or they act up. And they dont work worth a crap when the temp get below 20F.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/11/11 11:47 PM

Wow, I was only getting about 5 or 6 out of my Sears Craftsman (It was a gift from a past girlfriend...had to dump her for buying me bad tools.) The Craftsman drill works fine and too the sawzall, with good battery life. I must say though, there is no comparison to the quality in my Dewalt right angle drill......

Thanks....
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/11 12:05 AM

IMO Craftsman sells very good hand tools but their power tools leave a lot to be desired.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/11 12:31 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
IMO Craftsman sells very good hand tools but their power tools leave a lot to be desired.


No argument here on that one.... Their batteries overall life is very poor, no "snap" in the power department, and the ergonomics of the power tools just isn't there.....
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/12/11 01:58 AM

I won a set of Kawasaki power tools at a Christmas party one time. They werent powerful enough, had miserable battery life, ergonomics were terrible and they werent heavy enough to use as boat anchors...utterly useless.
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/13/11 03:52 AM

The rare Alaskan two-headed moose. Can you shoot it if one head is legal? Sorry the pic is a bit fuzzy.

Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/13/11 04:59 PM

Great photo!

Pete
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/13/11 05:43 PM

Ha! What a perfect "Kodak moment". Good job. ;o)
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/11 05:22 AM

Weather has arrived in S.E. Got around a foot of wet, heavy snow last night and early this a.m. More on the way. Calling for 18" totals. Wouldn't be so bad if it was powder, but this stuff is a bummer.
2 weeks 'till opening day. Count down.
Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/11 05:28 AM

we only got an inch or so, then it melted, then it froze. you can spin a brodie without trying right now. glad to be sitting here on the computer. we are supposed to get 6-10" tonight. looks like it might rain off next week though. its probably going to turn into a big [Please excuse my language... I'm an idiot] mess like usual
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/11 04:26 PM

PLOW, PLOW, PLOW. More on the way. If this keeps up, I'll need a ladder to get up the snow/tide berm come Dec. 1.
Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/11 04:34 PM

we got lucky and only got about 2 inches last night. finally the weatherman was wrong in a good way. i need to replace the front differential on our fourwheeler before we can plow. i've never done it before and my dad is up on the slope so he can't help. i'm hoping i get it done before it really comes down.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/11 04:35 PM

The snow has stopped and the cold starting, -28.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/11 04:44 PM

-9 here
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/11 05:08 PM

-13 at my house
Posted By: AKtrapper26

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/11 05:15 PM

Great shot on that moose pic!!

-16 here in RSM this morning
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/11 05:21 PM

wind chills are getting down to near -20 this morning
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/11 06:05 PM

1 degree out and winds 5 to 10mph......on the Kvichak River....
Posted By: travlinnorth

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/11 11:11 PM

0 in Marshall early this morning.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/15/11 11:12 PM

Minus 30 here this morning
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/11 01:06 AM

Blizzard here most of the day but temps are still pretty good. No steel set yet due to wx and some truck issues. Should be good to go in a few days. No bears sighted last weekend despite covering a lot of miles. Will try again Saturday.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/11 01:12 AM

We had -20 at the house so it was likely -30 in the marshes this morning. That will clear the sinuses!! The first cold morning of the winter always gets your attention...
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/11 05:42 AM

Here we had -37 this morning. Made for an interesting back to work day. But yea pretty happy the deep freeze weather finally decided to come. Maybe i can get out finally and get to work :-) Got the bravo all tuned up yesterday so looking forward to getting out there playing in the Sticks. Still undecided on how i plan to set up my trapping sled. Usually a pretty good mess after awhile...getting tired of tote contents all tangled up...
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/11 07:58 AM

In St. Mary's for 10 days working. Thought I would go out and get a few beaver. Holy cow. Worst conditions I have seen for trapping beaver this time of year. I like to trap entrances as they are usually easy to find this time of year.
Big dump of snow , warming, and now cold has created quite a headache. There is a hard crust on top you can't cut with a shovel underlain with a foot or so of overflow near the houses where the weight of the snow has caused water to come up and saturate the snow. Then there is a pitiful layer of ice. This way for about 5 feet around the house. Real crappy to deal with. I gave up and came home. I wanted some wolverine bait. It will have to wait until the beaver want some bait. No entrances this year for me.
Travel conditions look grim. So much snow so early has resulted in lack of ice and a worrisome trail across ponds and creeks.
Plan B. focus on getting machines ready.
Perhaps an oman to focus on Homer and my son's trapline this year.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/16/11 07:04 PM

Len:
Doesn't look much better down here. River is freezing up during 30-40mph North winds and may end up rougher than last year. Some snow on the new ice which is not good. Been awhile since we have had smooth ice for winter travel.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/17/11 06:33 AM

Its been a weird freeze up here as well. I took my first trip across the river today and bumped into a few moose.
set one beaver house for dinner and a couple of marten sets.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/17/11 06:47 AM

That is ridiculous Jeff! ADFG and the FEDS both think your moose will eat themselves to starvation....

Are you going to fill your second tag?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/17/11 06:54 AM

I dont think it will happen anytime soon..we have nothing but ALOT of willow here and its not even close to over browsed yet. and no wolves they have a good life..lol

and yes I will see about getting a fat cow later this winter...it wont be hard.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/17/11 07:26 PM

Jeff did you have the slush ice next to the beaver house there as well. How are you setting them up now. Not too interested in bait yet I imagine. Are you just hanging snares around the feeder?
Posted By: Swamp Walker

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/17/11 09:40 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
I dont think it will happen anytime soon..we have nothing but ALOT of willow here and its not even close to over browsed yet. and no wolves they have a good life..lol

and yes I will see about getting a fat cow later this winter...it wont be hard.


No wolves in your area? It won't be long until there are, with that many moose around!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 02:58 AM

There are a few. I guess the lower river is getting a few. I guess they counted over 4000 moose this spring and stopped counting on the lower river.

Speaking of wolves. Saw 4 the other day flying from Ft. Yukon to Venetie.
Apparently they frequent the open holes on the Chandalar River. The salmon are continuing to die and float up and it is something fox, bears, and wolves all key in on. They float up and collect in the open holes. The pilot sees them daily along the river this time of year.
Interesting country up there compared to the Lower Yukon. A lot of trail cutting has to happen in that neck of the woods in order to run a trap line. Be difficult to start a line with that much work involved.

Here is a shot with Venetie airport to the right of the screen. You can see open holes.



Pretty timbered up.


This was on the way back to Fairbanks. A burn. Thought this heart shaped lake was cool.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 03:01 AM

Kinda out of your AO isn't it FT ?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 03:52 AM

Nice country there ... and yes just hanging a few snares near the grub pile ice was overflowed but froze again.

and SW I have been waiting for wolves to show but pretty open country here so they dont live long.

the net has caught a couple of Lizerd fish today so dinner is on...and yes Hup the heads went in the pot.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 04:08 AM

MMMMMMMMMM Mmmmmmmmmmmm really good with some sauteed dog droppings !
Posted By: trapr

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 04:32 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Nice country there ... and yes just hanging a few snares near the grub pile ice was overflowed but froze again.

and SW I have been waiting for wolves to show but pretty open country here so they dont live long.

the net has caught a couple of Lizerd fish today so dinner is on...and yes Hup the heads went in the pot.

what are those fish?Burbot?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 04:39 AM

Yes..they call them Lush here..they taste exelent like black cod or halubut.. love the wormy ones.
both were very much alive in the pic,although they have a severe case of hypothermia.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 06:15 AM

yukonjeff, nice use of the village catalog "bushmailer". Met a person who is flying cessna 207 from MTV. Otherwise nearing -40 and never been on the line yet or did burbot hooks yet :-( soon as it warms up i am going to head out on our east line, about 35 miles. Still not brave enough to cross the yukon, some fog still rising accross from town.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 06:42 AM

we have been crossing for a week here already ice is a foot thick already at my net.
you must of met Fred L he flys out of here.
I am glad we dont get that cold here! I am a sissy trapper it was -3 today he coldest so far this year.
stay warm..
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 06:58 AM

yukonjeff, Louis L. Native Kid, flying since he got outta high school. Yea gets pretty cold out playing in these parts. usually once it gets past -35 we head out in pairs for safety reasons. Pops and i been out one time it was -53, only because we were stuck home for 2 weeks. Bad case of cabin fever so we decided to head on the south line. I don't think anybody went accross the river yet here. So i'll wait till i hear of folk cutting a trail and i'll grab the axe and go help out. Really want to get some iron laid out, maybe west line this weekend.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 07:07 AM

Do you guys have people that mark the trails? Around here, the trails get marked as part of a grant program that pays people to mark public trails. Not all of them are that way, but a few are...
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 07:25 AM

The main trails on the yukon are marked, i guess by search and rescue. But the rest of the trails are marked by the users. trappers, skiers, woodyard trails, and such. When iditarod/irondog comes through they mark the trail from ruby and going to koyukuk. But otherwise i guess if you want it marked you gotta cut alot of willows and put up your own markers.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 07:28 AM

yukonjeff, Do you Skin out your burbot and cut out the side slabs? I usually hang mine from the lip and skin them when i can barely bend them. Nice and clean. I am unsure how it is done in other towns?
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 08:16 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
Kinda out of your AO isn't it FT ?

Got to do what a guy has to do. Always looking for new trapping areas. ;0)
Actually I have a Ed gig with the state and it is taking me to Yukon Flats School District for 5 weeks during the school year.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 01:19 PM

Well that sounds like a good lick except that country can really get cold. MAybe you can run an itinerant cat line while you're there.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 03:18 PM

u a mentor this year Len?
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 04:28 PM

Tough to beat fresh burbot!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 05:35 PM

Fish, what in the world are you doing up so early??? smile
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 05:50 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
MMMMMMMMMM Mmmmmmmmmmmm really good with some sauteed dog droppings !


White likes to use the heads for marten bait at the shovel set.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 06:17 PM

Right !
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 06:22 PM

I thought only Pike heads worked for that set...geez no wonder I havent had any luck with it...
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/18/11 06:58 PM

Originally Posted By: drasselt
Tough to beat fresh burbot!


I resemble that remark. Some of the lakes I fish have burbot. It is always a fresh feed at fishing camp whenever we catch one. They do not have that extra set of pin bones and fillet out free of bones.

The lake we fish in the summer now is very deep and fisherman are very successful jigging for them in about 100 feet of water early in the morning or late evening. The ones I have caught are incidental catches fishing for rainbow. Hmmm maybe more effort into some jigging next spring.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/11 05:09 AM

Big Beautiful Blacktail... Kodiak Baby!

The only thing wrong with it is it ain't mine! cry



Posted By: mad_mike

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/11 05:31 AM

Heck of a nice buck! Is that a silver fox behind the gent?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/11 05:49 AM

That's me holding the buck... and not too many people refer to me as "the gent"....jk Mike! Yep that's a silver. I posted some more pics on the Trapper Talk forum...
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/11 05:49 AM

That is a dandy!
Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/11 05:54 AM

what an amazing deer!
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/11 06:55 AM

That is a MONSTER buck!!! I thought when the mentioned "silver" they were talking about the old guy holding it.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/11 07:20 AM

You are too kind Matt! I'm usually refereed to as the wrinkled old bass turd with the monkey butt... but then my wife goes to work and I don't have to listen to it anymore... grin
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/11 07:35 AM

Pic from a few weeks ago... The last of the run....

Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/19/11 08:43 PM

Wow what colors. Nice buck.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 06:17 PM

Way OT, but why do I see a column of check boxes on the right hand side of the Wilderness Thread listing that says "Select for Inline MOderation" when you check it? Is this something new or something I've missed all this time? and what does it do?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 07:22 PM

Always been there. I'm not allowed to tell you what it does
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 07:26 PM

White,

When are you heading out to the cabin?

-TJ
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 07:34 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Always been there. I'm not allowed to tell you what it does


LOL I bet that button just got clicked a bunch!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 08:38 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
White,

When are you heading out to the cabin?

-TJ



Can't land there yet and I'm waiting on doctor's appointment early next month. I hope I can work it so I don't have to spend Christmas with the Blister
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 09:10 PM

Originally Posted By: takotna
Originally Posted By: white17
Always been there. I'm not allowed to tell you what it does


LOL I bet that button just got clicked a bunch!


Doh, after looking at it some more, I guess it's not the super mysterious world altering secret deal it appeared to be. Appears to be merely a way to highlight which threads are polls, or have attachements, etc. How I never saw it before is beyond me...
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 09:12 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
White,

When are you heading out to the cabin?

-TJ



Can't land there yet and I'm waiting on doctor's appointment early next month. I hope I can work it so I don't have to spend Christmas with the Blister


Either its early onset cabin fever or just plain dementia, but you sound suicidal...LOL..
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 09:23 PM

Maybe all of the above.......
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 09:24 PM

I cna't believe he doens't want to spend Xmas with his "awfully" wedded wife.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 09:26 PM

She isn't 'awfully' wedded. She married well.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 09:28 PM

Sounds like someone is on the fast track to the Pioneer Home! If she tries to talk you into going for a ride beware!
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 09:31 PM

He would be so lucky for the Pioneers Home. I am sure she will just set him out on the river ice come spring time and wait for the big river to flush him down, and keep cashing his checks for a few years.

-TJ
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 09:33 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
He would be so lucky for the Pioneers Home. I am sure she will just set him out on the river ice come spring time and wait for the big river to flush him down, and keep cashing his checks for a few years.

-TJ


LOL!!!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 09:40 PM

Sounds like wishful thinking.


She and my daughter are in cahoots I'm sure. Daughter told me several years ago she had already picked out "the home".
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 10:10 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Sounds like wishful thinking.


She and my daughter are in cahoots I'm sure. Daughter told me several years ago she had already picked out "the home".


Does this "home" have a "moon" in the door....
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 10:31 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Sounds like wishful thinking.


She and my daughter are in cahoots I'm sure. Daughter told me several years ago she had already picked out "the home".



Plenty of Retirement Homes in NY!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 10:34 PM

Originally Posted By: Cougartail
Originally Posted By: white17
Sounds like wishful thinking.


She and my daughter are in cahoots I'm sure. Daughter told me several years ago she had already picked out "the home".


Does this "home" have a "moon" in the door....



It very well could !



CB: thanks but I'd rather die.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 10:43 PM

I'm guessing you've been in the @#$% house before...lol!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/21/11 10:44 PM

Once ........long ago
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/22/11 05:21 AM

I'm guessing that's why he's been brushing up on his antelope and pheasant hunting.
Not looking for warmer climes, I hope?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/22/11 06:59 AM

white17:

You still online ?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/22/11 02:05 PM

No
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/11 01:48 AM

9 days and the ball drops! Turkey and ham is fine, but I want to set!
Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/11 03:43 AM

i totally agree! really looking forward to it.
Posted By: b fuller

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/11 09:08 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Nice country there ... and yes just hanging a few snares near the grub pile ice was overflowed but froze again.

and SW I have been waiting for wolves to show but pretty open country here so they dont live long.

the net has caught a couple of Lizerd fish today so dinner is on...and yes Hup the heads went in the pot.



WOW!!!! We used to have burbot over here in the uk until about sixty or seventy years ago. Sadly they're now extinct. Would love to catch one before i die.Great pics guys.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/23/11 12:05 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Sounds like wishful thinking.


She and my daughter are in cahoots I'm sure. Daughter told me several years ago she had already picked out "the home".


If not moon on the door, perhaps "bars on the windows?!!"
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/11 12:40 PM

Since canned milk seems to be the cheapest way to go for Milk in AK,, what is the ratio of water to canned milk per gallon of milk ? Never used the canned variety before .
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/11 12:44 PM

Generally half and half, depending on how cheap you are or how long until you can get more cans...the further from the store, the less you milk you put in the mix.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/11 12:47 PM

So it would take more than one can to equal the milk you buy in the store ?
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/11 12:59 PM

Yeah. If you went thin (from what I recall, been assimilated to city life) you might get 1 can to stretch to 3 or for cans of water...if you went thin.
Posted By: trapr

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/11 02:41 PM

another option is non fat milk powder,then add some cream to get the fat content up.they make shelf stable cream that comes in cartons like the little juice boxes.requires no refrigeration and has a long shelf life.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/11 04:49 PM

I don't know anyone who uses canned milk. Think about the weight and the freight cost CAnvasback.
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/11 05:02 PM

Plus if it freezes it'll seperate. Happy T-day everyone.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/11 05:43 PM

I think $12 here for fresh milk, prices do suck here.... The other store sells 4.4 lb Box of Dry milk that makes 22 quarts. I am unsure of price but i do believe it is lower cost then the fresh stuff. Happy Thanksgiving Fellow Trappers.
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/11 06:12 PM

White and I are not milk drinkers, thank goodness. I put powdered milk into a lot of our baked goods. I purchase 8 pound boxes (40 quarts) for $35 and receive them in the mail for about $4 postage = about a dollar a quart.
I have Trapr to thank for the cream in a box! That gets used for special occasions ;o)
Posted By: onegunsmith

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/11 06:21 PM

We use the boxed milk here, it's three something a quart in the Native Store. It taste just like milk and can sit on the shelf until you open it. Having helped unload the plane many times i would say most people don't drink milk but they drink soda pop and energy drinks!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/11 08:09 PM

b fuller Thats too bad about your Burbot going extinct there was it because of water conditions/quality?

I also get Pike in the net,both fish are an important food source for the folks here eaten frozen, boiled ,baked and dried.

Oh and I drink the box milk its almost $4 a qt here.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/24/11 08:36 PM

Also just got back some beaver that I had tanned and dyed here is some of the blacks and I also had a few pink ones done at Tubari LTD
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/11 12:23 AM

Jeff,

What are you selling those for in the village?

I loved the ones I got for the wife. I still am waiting for the plucked and sheared ones from them that I sent in.

-TJ
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/11 01:58 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
I don't know anyone who uses canned milk. Think about the weight and the freight cost CAnvasback.


Reason for the Canned Milk was that I ran out of the regular milk. Would have went to the store, but it was getting late with the Thanksgiving Dinner and I figured it would be a quick fix till I got to the store. Drink about a 1/2 gallon every day .
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/11 02:07 AM

I figured you were making a pie or something.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/11 02:17 AM

Oh, crap . There goes making Pies since my Mom is now a Diabetic. All those good tasting pies are probably the cause of the Diabetes!!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/11 03:10 AM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Jeff,

What are you selling those for in the village?

I loved the ones I got for the wife. I still am waiting for the plucked and sheared ones from them that I sent in.

-TJ

With what we paid fur value and tanning and dyeing and shipping both ways I am guessing around $120. for the XL and $100 for large we are just trying to break even on em.
be sure to post pics when you get yours back Plucked and sheared.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/11 03:48 AM

Some day I will finish the hat I started. Plucked and sheared beaver belly. Wasn't quite done with this one. Was waiting to see where my final seam was before as I didn't want to pluck more than I had to. Will be placing it on the inside as the liner. Made one like that years ago and left it in the airport. argh!! If there is any fur more inviting I don't know what it is.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/25/11 04:07 AM

Will post when I get them. Had 12 done and then half will be dyed black.

-TJ
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/26/11 01:12 AM

Another winter storm warning for tonight. Man, we have gotten almost 30 inches of snow this month already. Calling for another inch per hour from 4:00 this afternoon 'till 9:00 tomorrow morning. This is going to make getting to the trap line a real challenge. Hope we're not in for another 200+ inch year!
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/26/11 01:56 AM

We are getting a lot of snow here too. Going to be a challenge to keep our wolverine buckets from getting buried. We were able to get most of them under good sized spruce trees so hopefully that helps it some.
Posted By: b fuller

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/26/11 10:13 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
b fuller Thats too bad about your Burbot going extinct there was it because of water conditions/quality?

I also get Pike in the net,both fish are an important food source for the folks here eaten frozen, boiled ,baked and dried.

Oh and I drink the box milk its almost $4 a qt here.


Hi Yukonjeff, no one really knows why they vanished. maybe it was just one of those things.I don't think it was water quality as it all happened so many years ago. Would you be able to provide a little information on how they are caught and maybe a few more pics for an information-hungry critter such as myself? Thanks.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 05:37 AM

That is too bad that they are gone there as we would miss them here for sure very good eating.

We use a gillnet and some use set hook lines and even a few still use a big square fish cage type trap with funnels on the sides they build a uderwater fence through the ice with poles to help stear the fish into the funnelsthey are always caught under ice we dont catch them much in the summer for some reason they must be deep then.I will get pics from time to time.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 05:57 AM

A guy here caught this otter today

Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 06:35 AM

COOL!!!!!!
Posted By: Moses

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 06:56 AM

dang... first one i see in this color. good catch.
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 07:02 AM

Wow, that's really cool!
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 07:06 AM

Don't know if anyone saw, but the ol' Wife made it on "Flying Wild Alaska". She was (in her words) the one "waving like a retard" from the balcony when the Tweeto girls were busting out the fur bikini.

However, I could see her face and she never signed any release...i'm going to go for some compensation...fairly certain she made that scene... smile
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 10:17 AM

Sorry Alaskan, was seeing fur bikini and not the backround! LOL well thats cool she was on the tele.

Yukon- thats is an awsome otter! Bet it can fetch some good $ on the taxi market.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 04:05 PM

Jeff, thats a really neat one never seen one like that before
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 04:29 PM

Those are cool critters

My partner here caught two out of the same beaver set several years ago. His are true albino and somewhat whiter.

I'd sure hang onto that if I was the guy who caught it. What's the gender Jeff ?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 05:57 PM

Its the first I have personaly seen on, I think its tan apearance might of had something to do with the murky water we have here on the Yukon,and I could not quite determin if the eyes were pink the pupil looked pink though.

I encouraged him to keep it or give it to his mom..but I fear I might end up buying it put up to nafa specs..lol

and it was a big male
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 06:10 PM

OH NO !! don't let him do that !

If the eyes were pink it would be real obvious. Even the tissue around the eye is pinkish. Pretty neat animal
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 06:38 PM

Jeff, you should offer to buy it whole if he is going to skin for the fur market. You could make some money with it.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 06:41 PM

X2
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/27/11 08:16 PM

I did make him a offer but its hard to deal with shipping from here. and I would rather not skin it myself.
and figured it was his once in a lifetime catch so didnt want to temp him too much.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 12:41 AM

Jeff that is what is referred to in the fur trade as a "specimen" It is best sold to the taxi market mount or tan for your own use. Problem with specimen pelts is that there is nothing to match it with for a lot.

Nice catch. smile
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 02:41 AM

I can hardly stand it! Season opens here Thursday, A.M. Have had a heck of a cold, otterman is here and I don't want to get him sick, deer are rutting, snow keeps falling, and I'm in QUARINTINE!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 02:43 AM

Bummer! Hope you make it by thursday
Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 03:39 AM

i went for a drive the other day and saw at least three nice bucks chasing does down the road. it was in town though so there are going to be there next year to make more car accidents
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 05:16 AM

Know the feeling all too well AV... Call it dumb or just stubborn, but about 12 yrs ago I invested in poor waders and couldn't afford a replacement in-season. Needless to say walking pneumonia and another month of the season to go, well hardheaded I trudged through and had a nice season besides hacking up nasty crap for a month! I now truly believe in quality when buying anything.

The deer round here are like rabbits, see fresh ones hit daily.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 06:13 AM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
I can hardly stand it! Season opens here Thursday, A.M. Have had a heck of a cold, otterman is here and I don't want to get him sick, deer are rutting, snow keeps falling, and I'm in QUARINTINE!


Get better AV! I've had the crud for a few weeks but finally got well enough (and found the time) to start my little line. Got a nice double yesterday on foxcicles. They cleaned up ok but lost a little fur. I thought I had it set up so anything caught would hang up higher on the bank... didn't work out that way. Live and learn.






We need a thaw so these babies will be around next year!



Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 03:58 PM


I know its a poor quality photo but was the best I could do at 600+ lasered yards. After all these years finally got a photo of a live wolverine that wasn't in a trap. Not many places you can do that from your doorstep.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 04:00 PM

Cool. Is it heading toward one of your barrels? confused
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 04:02 PM

Probably a 22-250 barrel
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 04:04 PM

AV:
Took about four steps and dissappeared in the alders. No sets out this year as there are medical issues and its easier to trap on the internet.
W17:
Actually I tried to bring it into a 6.5 Grendel barrel with a caller but no cigar.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 04:13 PM

Oh well at least you have the picture.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 04:20 PM

Post processing when you shoot a Canon is much easier than fleshing.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 05:06 PM

Smells better too
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 05:36 PM

Cool Bob.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 05:49 PM

Nice..looks like a good spot for a trap you can check in your P.J.s
Posted By: rosscoak

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 08:54 PM

With the three or so feet of snow that we have accumulated over the past week here in southeast, it forced alot of deer to hit the beach. Over on Admiraltyit was really fun deer hunting last week. Saw groups of 4 and 5 on the beach, my buddy dropped me off and went around the corner of the bay and counted 15 at one time. Six deer ended up going for a boat ride back to town, We filled our tags, 4 for me and 2 for him. Talked with a gal who arrowed one with a recurve bow, now that's hardcore. I'll try and post a picture of em. Rain, and above freezing temps will make for fun times trapping in southeast come this weekend. laugh
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/28/11 09:40 PM

Yeah, we need this junk to rain off. If not, the deer and moose are toast. Boatloads of deer are filing into the harbor. It's pretty disgusting. One boat- 5 guys- 24 deer in a day and a half and they were only shooting 2 pts and up.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/29/11 12:42 AM

Aight...who is up for a deer hunting trip??
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/29/11 01:42 AM

YK:
Good advice. About 4 years ago I took one about 50 feet from where the photo was taken with a round connibear on a barrel.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/29/11 04:27 AM

Well there you go Bob ..it might help pay for some of the gas to fetch your mail.

I am chomping at the bit to get out myself and see my line this year. In three more days I will be back in my element. smile

All you guys remember you are not a trapper unless you wear some fur!
I just got reruffed and a new hat smile
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/29/11 05:56 AM

Very nice Jeff!
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/29/11 06:00 AM

Hello bob, How do you set up your barrel set for wolverine? Do you use two coni's or one? I made a drum with two coni's i have yet to set it out in the field. But i am wanting to sometime. Jus have to find a good location.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/29/11 07:22 AM

Jeff it looks like the hare population took a jump. At least near the Airport in St. Mary's. Should be interesting. Out of 30 cats my buddy and I took we never had a kitten last year. Remember hearing yours were low as well. Wonder what we will see this year.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/29/11 10:43 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
Smells better too


Less grease on your hands.....
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/29/11 04:37 PM

Yes we do seam to have Rabbits this year thats a good sign I just got a few kittens last year myself out of 60 I caught.
I am seeing some tracks near the village hopfully there will be some on my line as well.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/29/11 04:42 PM

YK;
Like your fur "retreading" job. Is that dyed beaver for the cap liner?

Yukon Trapper:
I only used one coni on my barrel sets. I considered using two but it was bad enough finding a spot where you could keep snow out of one end.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/29/11 04:48 PM

Yes Bob they are dyed beaver I just got back from Tubari LTD they do a nice job.

nice cubby I have heard of guys using them barrels for live traps but they said the wolverine had no more claws after they got caught I see your conibear will fix that problom. smile
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/29/11 05:01 PM

Bob, how are those conis fixed to the barrel?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/30/11 05:35 PM

AV:
Sorry about the crappy photo. You can barely see it in the photo but I cut two slots in the rim of the barrel and lay the arms of the connibear in those and tie them with garbage bag ties. Also drill a hole directly above the connibear trigger in the barrel and tie it there with another garbage bag tie. Effectively the conniber is supported on the two cut tabs in the barrel rim and tied in place with the three garbage bag ties. They have been through some wind storms that were real screamers without coming off. Only problem I ever had was the trigger freezing in a rain storm and I got him the next day after I greased it with beaver fat.
The flagging tape was used to insure the most work I did to run my line is focus my spotting scope.

YKJ:
Those connis really do the job. When there was snow I never saw a Gulo do more than a couple flops.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/30/11 07:31 PM

just an FYI... but sportsmans warehouse has started carrying more Bridger traps and supplies lately. wink
at least the one in anchorage. there are bridger brawn #9's, #5 alaskan c.s's, rubber jaw #3's, dexter russel beaver knives, skinning aprons, and other accessories...

Hopefully soon, you will be able to get some MB 6 and 750's there as well.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/30/11 09:55 PM

Have you guys seen this?

http://www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=trapping.furhandling

I didn't realize you could view the fur handling video online??? I used to have it, then lent it to a new trapper (can't remember who) and never got it back. I always like watching it before the season just for a refresher.
Posted By: Trailblazersteve

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 11/30/11 11:22 PM

Kusko- I have several copies that I have won at trapper meetings/potlucks over the years. Pm your addy if you want me to send ya one...

Hup- the wolf snares came in if you want to swing by tonight. I will be in the garage working on machines as usual..
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/11 02:18 AM

I turn my hides a lot drier than he did. I don't like leaving them that damp.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/11 02:33 AM

Do you guys make your wolverine noses that round ? He does a great job on pelting beaver, but his boarding is out of date. They should be oval, not round.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/11 05:35 PM

YKJ:
I looked at Tubari's site and it seems they are one of few that do shearing and plucking. Was your beaver just dyed or did you have it sheared and plucked? Would like to see some photos of the sheared and plucked items.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/11 05:41 PM

Well, opening day is finally here, and I'm at the keyboard! Winds blew to 60 mph last night, so the water is roughed up. Will try to get out tomorrow.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/11 06:13 PM

UB,

I have twelve beaver there now to get sheared and plucked. As soon as I get them back, I will post pictures and a review. I also had some dyed black and got those back a while ago. They are very nice. Six of the twelve I am having plucked and sheared are also going to be dyed black, so will have a couple to show.

-TJ
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/01/11 06:17 PM

Bob
mine were only tanned and dyed I had some done black and a few pink just to see what they look like.
the tanning and black dye job cost $40 ea the pink needed to be bleached first and cost $65 ea tanning included, they look a little fried on the pinks and the guard hairs are white still.

TJ has some being plucked and sheared,and hopfully he will post pictures when done
Posted By: trapr

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 02:37 AM

Tubari does a fine job whether it is tanning,dyeing, or plucking and shearing.Furrier buddy of mine gets some plucked and sheared beaver from them for many of his projects.think you will all be pleased.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 02:51 AM

I always used DIY plucked beaver belly on my beaver hats. I never felt the backs were even comparable to the belly in quality of the end product.
The only place that I knew of that p/s was foxusa. I am sure they sent them out but had a price list.
I called to inquire about having just the bellies plucked and sheared. I would skin by cutting down the side in the area that the underfur really thins out. Leaving the whole belly intact. It would produce two hides per big beaver. Was going to be the same final price for the belly even though is was 1/3 the size so I bagged the idea. I love that plucked beaver belly.
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 02:58 AM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
UB,

I have twelve beaver there now to get sheared and plucked. As soon as I get them back, I will post pictures and a review. I also had some dyed black and got those back a while ago. They are very nice. Six of the twelve I am having plucked and sheared are also going to be dyed black, so will have a couple to show.

-TJ
TJ, Where they already tanned when you sent them to Tubari?
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 04:54 AM

3 Fingers,

The ones I had died were already tanned. The 12 I sent to be plucked and sheared were just stretched and dried. I don't think they can pluck them once they are tanned as the tanning has set the hairs in the hide.

-TJ
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 05:57 AM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
3 Fingers,

The ones I had died were already tanned.
-TJ


God I hope so......
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 06:56 AM

I thot he wuz the speling zar? I ges that's more a usage ishu..
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 08:01 AM

The Tzar meets the Emperor?? smile
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 02:32 PM

I need to quit drinking when I type that stuff.... smile

-TJ
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 03:39 PM

Dang 6" more snow and +20 above...had to go buy gas for the ATV and plow the yard...gonna be interesting out on the bravo! Have to work to day to go check it out on saturday...Have a good day folks
Posted By: HFT AK

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 04:14 PM

yukontrapper, I'll be thinking of you as I run my line in my t shirt, +32 and raining. Lovely weather!
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 04:18 PM

HFT, do enjoy the lovely weather! I wish i didn't have to work so much as i can play more. But rain, that makes it miserable. Luck out there.
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 04:38 PM

My trapline is a gigantic mire of overflow and slush! Lots of critter running around but it's kinda difficult keeping sets in working condition.
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 05:28 PM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
The Tzar meets the Emperor?? smile


I like the sound of that, now gotta convince my wife of it...
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 05:38 PM

It might be easier if you convince her of Tzar and Empress
Posted By: AKJoeK

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 06:50 PM

Yeah, +34ish and "soupy" on the Kpen.
Shores, rivers, lakes, and streams are going to be a bit... interesting for a while.

Thinking of pulling some sets and doing a reset once things solidify again.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 07:51 PM

Thanks for all the info on the plucking shearing thing. Whats the final verdict on what can be done with tanned hides?

Only a few spots of snow left here with a lot of standing water. Lots of overflow and unsafe ice. After looking at the extended forecast it appears like only two options for mail by Christmas. Chopper or skiff.
Posted By: TrappinAlaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/02/11 09:20 PM

UgashikBob...

As far as finished products go with plucked and sheared goods I can say the stuff we've had made is incredible in it's durability and softness. I had a plucked and sheared king sized beaver bedspread made about 8 years ago and it has held up to daily use very well. Sleeping under that thing is amazing and suprisingly not overly hot and stiffling. My wife has a plucked and sheared beaver coat that has a great 'look', not overly heavy to wear and so far pretty durable. I would like to get some pillows made in the future.
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 04:22 PM

Looks like you western and interior guys are getting some weather.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 04:33 PM

Man it's been a terrible 4-6 weeks. We have over 40 inches of snow already and more coming down right now. Another big low is moving in.
Posted By: AKJoeK

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 06:00 PM

Ugh, I'd gladly take about 10-18" if we could! The Kpen is going through typical Chinook thaw/re-freeze, loose snow time right now and it is annoying.

Then again almost 4 feet of snow probably makes things just as, if not harder.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 06:47 PM

Yeah I'd be happy to see some of it go but will probably have to wait until May.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 08:07 PM

We have a nasty storm rolling through here today. I was heading out to finish setting my Lynx line but thats on hold looks like warm weather and deep snow and freezing rain...I hope it hurries through here and gets to Mcgrath soon smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 08:09 PM

It's already showing up here. Weather service charts show it will be around for about 48 hours
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 08:32 PM

Warm and wet here. Total ice rink conditions on the back roads.

My buddy TK got some unexpected company...

Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 08:46 PM

Weather is in the craps today, can't even see accross the yukon....possible freezsing rain conditions, and 28 miles to the cabin and no trail put in yet...i think that is a bit much for the bravo! So i am going to wait till monday and see how it looks, tons of snow out there...my buddy told me i can use SWT 550 Skandik to get the trail in. I think monday i am going to take him up on that offer. I have the 8th thru 13th off from work to try get everything lined out, quite excited say the least...
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 09:10 PM

I went and got all ready to head out this morning, then it started to rain, and has not stopped. Pouring rain, just flat out SUCKS!!!!!
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 09:43 PM

wind and snow...and more wind. Need some snow. Really, REALLY need some snow!
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 09:49 PM

safe to say the weather is crap every where sucks here to 33 out on the porch and cant make up its mind if it wants to rain or snow
Posted By: AKJoeK

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 10:03 PM

It isn't raining or snowing on the Kpen... it is just crusty ice.
Walking is hard, even in snow shoes.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 10:30 PM

I suspect this applies just about state-wide.

UPPER KUSKOKWIM VALLEY-
INCLUDING...MCGRATH...NIKOLAI...TAKOTNA...FAREWELL LAKE
436 AM AKST SAT DEC 3 2011

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM
AKST SUNDAY...

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN FAIRBANKS HAS ISSUED A WINTER
STORM WARNING FOR HEAVY SNOW AND FREEZING RAIN...WHICH IS IN EFFECT
FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM AKST SUNDAY. THE WINTER STORM
WATCH IS NO LONGER IN EFFECT.


* SNOW...8 TO 16 INCHES. SNOW MIXING WITH OR CHANGING TO FREEZING
RAIN SATURDAY AFTERNOON AND EVENING.

* TIMING...SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY AFTERNOON.

* IMPACTS...TRAVEL AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES WILL BE DIFFICULT AND
HAZARDOUS.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A WINTER STORM WARNING MEANS SIGNIFICANT WINTER WEATHER HAZARDS
ARE EXPECTED. THIS WILL MAKE TRAVEL AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITY VERY
HAZARDOUS.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 10:36 PM

Not here, just straight rain :((
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 10:44 PM

Maybe you can trap from your boat.. What a rotten year !!
Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 11:25 PM

wow for once i'm not complaining about the weather. it is nice here the sun is shining and just a few high clouds. a beautiful day
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 11:47 PM

Yup, this is some crap weather. I went to check the line today and came home completely soaked. Picking up a couple of reds made it a little more bearable.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/03/11 11:49 PM

This just in....

Prancer is missing and presumed dead. Last seen grazing on St. Paul Island with Donner and Blitzen...

Son in law is in St. Paul this week working (well, mostly working)...

Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/11 03:06 AM

Point the gun away!
HA, HA!!!! We have nice weather!!!!!!!
Allow me, as it generally is the other way around. Finally got the line out! Happy now.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/11 03:15 AM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
Point the gun away!
HA, HA!!!! We have nice weather!!!!!!!
Allow me, as it generally is the other way around. Finally got the line out! Happy now.


Yeah, he's a newbie. I'll have a chat with him when he gets back to town. Good luck on the line!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/11 03:20 AM

Man that deer looks fat!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/11 03:33 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Man that deer looks fat!


Looking forward to eating some of that too!
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/11 04:16 AM

what did they charge him for the deer?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/11 04:33 AM

Not sure Jon. He thought it would run $50.00 but I thought it was more like 100. Either way it was a good deal, especially since it didn't cost him anything to go there. I'll have Christine text him and I'll get back to you on that. I told him to offer part of the meat back for the elders too, so hopefully he did that. Should be some good eats!
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/11 05:41 AM

sweet. When I was in MYU it was 125 a deer.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/11 08:26 AM

Remember what happened just about this same time two years ago. We lost every bit of snow out west. Almost the same deal. Was set up to start trapping and bank it was all over for a month.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/11 08:51 AM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
sweet. When I was in MYU it was 125 a deer.


That's not bad either considering how much meat you get!
Posted By: onegunsmith

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/04/11 07:33 PM

What a storm, looks like it's covering most of the state. The wife says it sounds like the house is coming apart in Palmer and It's blowing a gale up here. I hope everyone is safe and sound.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/11 03:34 AM

Was 48 and raining when we finally made it out to the line. Watched the wind take a tree down in an old burn right next to us. A bit exciting. Need some snow out there now. Busted up my lip when I hit a beaver stump and came to an abrupt stop. To many things poking up through too little snow out there for my liking.

-TJ
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/11 04:11 AM

Yeah, this sucks. Now a bunch of heavy wet snow coming down, prolly gonna put a bunch of stuff out of commision.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/11 04:17 AM

We've lost about 4-6 inches of snow but still have 3 feet left. I think there's overflow on my boardwalk. Someone's plane had the wings collapse today. Bad day at Black Rock for him.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/11 08:57 AM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
what did they charge him for the deer?


The boy was right, they only charged him $50.00. I wish I could get out there and shoot one! What a deal!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/11 09:33 AM

Wore my Xtratuffs on the line today! Went back forth from rain to big heavy wet snow to rain and back. Didn't get anything, will put pics of my new rear bumper/box on my journal. Be safe out there!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/11 09:35 AM

Looking forward to seeing it Aknative
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/11 09:46 AM

Originally Posted By: Aknative
Wore my Xtratuffs on the line today! Went back forth from rain to big heavy wet snow to rain and back. Didn't get anything, will put pics of my new rear bumper/box on my journal. Be safe out there!


I wore my tuffs too and the overflow was over my boots...cold wet feet is no fun.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/05/11 03:10 PM

Sounds like a typical day, here!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/06/11 04:55 AM

Ugh! How do you keep gear working in that? Just get used to it?
Posted By: mad_mike

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/06/11 04:58 AM

The good news it that it will drop to the upper teens tonight here. I kind of like everything freezing down, gives me something to do tomorrow.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 08:00 AM

Two tries to go deer hunting in the last two days but no deer. Yesterday we aborted just a few miles shy due to weather, and today we made it, but my buddies got caught on the beach when the wind and seas came up out of nowhere. Trying to get off the beach was a struggle, and the raft got swamped a half dozen times. On one attempt they got off the beach but a four footer pitched the raft up so steep that one of the guys thought it was going over and jumped out into the surf! We had some good laughs about that. His new nickname is swamp rat...lol! They got the raft back up, dumped the water out, and I had to take the big boat in almost to the beach and float them a line (with a buoy). They pushed off, got the buoy line, held on and I dragged them out of the surf for pickup. That was just the start of a really fun day! grin Saw lots of deer but the wind just kept picking up. After having a tough time getting off a different beach (swamping the raft and my turn to get wet) we called it good and came back home. Will wait for few days and try again. Ain't Alaska a hoot?
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 08:22 AM

Wild. That reminds me of the time I left a guy on the beach to sleep while the kids and I stayed on the boat. Woke up to a surf. He couldn't get off the beach by himself. Had to float him a line and pull the raft off and out. Wet ride.
More memories. ;0)
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 08:40 AM

We had a pretty good surf when I shot the last deer this season. Luckily there was a good undertow and we timed it right and launched the raft at just the right moment. It sucked us out just past where the surf was breaking and we were on our way. 3 guys, our gear and a deer in the raft and we didnt get wet at all. I thanked our lucky stars.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 05:59 PM

Mad_Mike and I got to be ice breakers yesterday. We got over 50" of snow in November, then it rained to the point of washing away most of it, then froze to the point of iced-over salt water. Gotta love it!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 06:43 PM

I sure am getting tired of rain! Snowed like heck all night then at 7 this morning ti turned to a down pour frown
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 07:02 PM

We had the Mother of all blows last night. Don't know what the wind speed was as it took out both my anenometers. Still picking up the pieces. Thought the house was going on a visit to see Toto a couple times. A couple days ago we had this pair move through doing a moose survey. Crappy photo but the best I could do from >1200 yards.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 07:09 PM

Pretty neat pic Bob..wonder if they found any to eat...
we had rocking night here as well.. rain now
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 07:23 PM

YKJ:
I got ahead of them and tried calling but the wind beat me. The black one looks really buff and is a

real black color. The light colored one was absolutely invisible in the alders and don't think I would of seen it if the black one hadn't been with it. Seemed really nervous as they went full speed unless they were in cover.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 07:26 PM

Very neat pics..we need to get you a bigger lens smile
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 07:30 PM

Bob, Probably nervous ones left over from the PTH pack
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 07:58 PM

Otterman:
Good point. They must of been focused if they survived the AirCav. First real numbers I've seen since the taxpayer funded hunt.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 08:06 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Very neat pics..we need to get you a bigger lens smile


Or a .50 cal Barrett.







Neat pics, beautiful wolves. That black one does look like a big boss dog!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 09:24 PM

Actually I think Bob has a 50 cal.


took out both my anenometers. I'll bet that hurt !
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 09:48 PM

Cool pics Bob! Pretty sweet from 1200 yards!

Ellis and I put in 10 snares close to town and we connected within a couple of days. This is the first time he actually went along to set the snare and then check them. They are close enough that even when it's really cold we are only 5 minutes from the house or the truck. It funny how he can remember where the snares are being that he is only 5. smile

Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 09:52 PM

Alright, another Bethel fox trapper! Way to go Ellis!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 10:13 PM

The Red Fury must be an attractive gal.
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 10:26 PM

Originally Posted By: takotna
Alright, another Bethel fox trapper! Way to go Ellis!
And another Packer fan ! Good job.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 10:59 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
The Red Fury must be an attractive gal.


Seriously, if the kid had dark hair, a goatee, and gained 225 pounds, he would look like me, right?? smile smile


Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/07/11 11:01 PM

Originally Posted By: 3 Fingers
Originally Posted By: takotna
Alright, another Bethel fox trapper! Way to go Ellis!
And another Packer fan ! Good job.


Yes, he is a Packer fan! He might be an Alaskan Baby, but he's a Packer fan too. I was skinning fox in the boiler room the other day and he was letting me know when the game came back on after a commercial. smile
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/11 12:11 AM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
He might be an Alaskan Baby, but ... smile


Whoa whoa whoa...There are many all over the place, but i can neither confirm nor deny...
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/11 01:43 AM

Age 5 is a great age to spend time on the trapline. Cool deal.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/11 04:52 AM

Thats pretty cool UB
Congrats on taking the little guy out Kusko,gotta love it
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/11 04:52 AM

Took ya 1 hour and 10 minutes to come up with that dozzy Alaskan. Love it!.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/11 07:42 PM

Alaskan, you know as well as I do, when you live out in Bush Alaska, we go by the military saying....

"Don't ask, don't tell" smile
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/08/11 07:49 PM

When you live in the bush like Alaskan, sooner or later it is bound to catch up with you!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/09/11 03:18 AM

OUCH!
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/09/11 05:21 AM

oh brother.............haha
Posted By: jakesz

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/09/11 06:58 AM



Caleb is 5 and loves being out there. This was over first ever wolverine cubby set two days ago with 330 conibear.
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/09/11 07:08 AM

Originally Posted By: jakesz


Caleb is 5 and loves being out there. This was over first ever wolverine cubby set two days ago with 330 conibear.


Good luck!!! I hope you get one!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/09/11 04:29 PM

More bait, as in LOTS! Good luck.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/09/11 05:31 PM

white17:


How much snow did you get last night ? Looks like the airport got dumped on !
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/09/11 05:37 PM

Last night only about a half inch. If you're looking at the webcam you're seeing piles that have been plowed up during the week.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/09/11 06:19 PM

We sure don't have a lack of snow this yr, looks like another storm approaching.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/09/11 06:28 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Last night only about a half inch.


blush
Ok, I will refrain from making any childish off color attempts at humor here... I will leave that for someone else.

But for some reason the Smiling Bob commercials started playing in my head...
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/09/11 06:32 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Originally Posted By: white17
Last night only about a half inch.



But for some reason the Smiling Bob commercials started playing in my head...


He has to take those so he can pee past his pants and not all over his feet.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/09/11 06:37 PM

High five dude! laugh

I mean...sorry Ken, I can't believe he said that... bwahahahahahahahahahah!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/09/11 07:04 PM

Oh I can believe it.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/10/11 12:45 AM

I see barely anyone goes over to the old AK gold forum anymore. I think there were like three posts that have been touched since March. I went just to see if it was still up or not.

-TJ
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/10/11 01:18 AM

Wow. I only visited it a couple times a year or two ago and just wasn't impressed. Then he wanted a membership fee. I simply clocked out. Hadn't even thought about it since.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/10/11 01:24 AM

Ugh!!! Another storm. Looks like I'll just hang out here in Anchorage a little longer. This sucks.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/10/11 01:45 AM

Got some blackfish today and put them in my holding tank while they wait for the water to boil smile..and one puked up a Pike!
(I catch both Blackfish and small pike in my trap this time of year.)

Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/10/11 01:52 AM

Decided to leave Hooper Bay early to St. Mary's due to weather. As we walked out to the plane the pilot was apologizing for the stinking mail bag. Oh ya. The whole plane stunk like SKUNK. Hour ride. Reminded me of trapping. Jeff it was headed to Mountain Village. We landed in Mountain and then he forgot to take it off. I am sure it won't hang around St Mary's airport long there Jeff if it is yours. Be on the look out. Nothing like POing the PO.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/10/11 01:53 AM

Holy cow that is a huge blackfish.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/10/11 02:04 AM

Not Mine..you know I dont use that stinky stuff! funny though..lol
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/10/11 02:30 AM

Thought maybe you were selling it as part of your fur buying business. Someone in Mt is getting ready.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/10/11 02:34 AM

I sell everything else traps, snares streachers, wire,.. but no stink in a bottle.its unnecessary IMO
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/10/11 06:44 AM

Another storm is starting its raining here..thats like three this week.. frown
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/10/11 05:21 PM

Gee maybe we'll get some snow.
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/10/11 08:04 PM

Our winds are back up to a comfortable 40mph or so!

I can see a pretty good pile of things in the bay across the way that used to be in the yard.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/11/11 03:45 PM

Anyone heard anything from Herc Eng this season? He usually shows up this time of year.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/12/11 03:47 PM

Watarrat:
Same thing here with the winds. Have had the solar tracker cabled down for over a week as the winds have been relentless. Was getting ready to mow the lawn untill we got about 6-8" of snow last night.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/12/11 05:16 PM

You need a snow-blower ahead of the mower.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/12/11 06:27 PM

Grabbed an armload of firewood from the woodshed last night and as I turned, my headlamp lit up those eyes and I about jumped out of my skin. Cool little guy. He was calm and mellow, let me stand there and watch him for about 10 minutes. I believe it is a Northern Saw-Whet owl. Maybe 8" tall and he found a gold mine of vole activity in the woodpile...



Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/12/11 11:37 PM

white17:

It's a dumb question, but I gotta ask..

That picture of the Mcgrath Airport that shows the pile of snow along the River Bank, why don't they just push that pile of snow down into the River ? Not officialy Winter yet and that snow pile is just going to get bigger and take up more room.

Canvasback
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/12/11 11:41 PM

Are you kidding ? EPA would be here so fast you wouldn't have time to blink. That snow came off the runway. There may be exhaust by-products or rubber particles in it. Are you trying to kill all the salmon and ruin the environment ?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/12/11 11:58 PM

I figured that. They allow for an EPA exemption for dumping snow in Lake Erie , but that was granted just twice.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/13/11 12:10 AM

But, come spring time, it will all melt and it will all end up in the river anyways. But for now, it is safer as snow where it is at.

-TJ
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/13/11 08:23 PM

EPA will allow certain things like the snow dump. We have it here in Nome where they pile it up and it drains into a creek/river drainage. They use the vegetative buffer as a "filter" source.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/13/11 09:08 PM

LOL !! There's about three alders along the bank here.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/13/11 11:09 PM

What do you guys use to sew a snowmachine windshield up? Seems like a hot ice pick and some strong nylon would work.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/13/11 11:22 PM

I drilled holes along both sides and used zip ties.

-TJ
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/11 12:02 AM

What TJ does. On an old elan that needed repair once I did that. Started at the bottom and sewed it like I was lacing a pair of shoes crossing from side to side with each of the strings, then went back down from top to bottom on the inside. Formed an X pattern all along the crack inside and out. What worked well was some of that artificial sinew thread used for sewing leather.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/11 12:11 AM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
What do you guys use to sew a snowmachine windshield up? Seems like a hot ice pick and some strong nylon would work.


a small, sharp drill bit and zipties. also, at the end of the crack, drill a hole. this will keep the crack from continuing ....

a hot pick makes a mess, gets gooey stringy plastic all over, and doesn't make a nice hole.

take your time with the drill bit, don't force it too hard, it may crack. drill about 1/4 inch on either side of the crack, lace up with zip ties. make them about 3/4" all the way along the crack..
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/11 12:58 AM

I drill the holes , Zip ties work ok but I prefer to use net hanging twine you can get it tighter skip every other hole going side to side going up turn around and hit the open holes on the way back and tie off. You have to wait till you have all the twine laced before you tighten everything up but it can quite often be tightened down enough to the point you wouldn't know it was cracked if the twine wasn't visible
Posted By: bearcat2

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/11 03:37 AM

Used fiberglass on mine, it has held up to several rollovers since being repaired.
Hint: if you are concerned about looks, remove the duck tape instead of fiberglassing over it, fiberglass is clear enough to see the tape plainly through.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/11 07:27 AM

Finaly getting my linx line put in after all the mega storms and picked up this pretty cat today.
we have enough snow and then some.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/11 07:33 AM

Thanks for the advice guys. I had it in the shop tonight, but found out it need new slides along with the windshield. I'll try the zip tie thing next go round.

Nice cat Jeff!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/11 09:33 AM

Ya the only thing worse than snow is nothing but ice. Which is what I am going back to Homer to. Hoping for some snow soon. Anxious to get started.
It is a pretty nasty Dec for sure Jeff. Cool picture.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/11 02:11 PM

We just need it to get cold. While I like trapping when it is warmer, being just below freezing every day plays havoc with all the overlfow everywhere and spots of open ice. Need things to freeze!

-TJ
Posted By: mad_mike

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/11 03:29 PM

It is awfully warm down here as well. Temps near 40 and steady SE winds.
Posted By: Vance in AK

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/11 04:54 PM

Starting to snow lightly this morning here in Kenai FT. Calling for 2.5" a day for 2 days then 1" a day for 3. It will help! Probably mostly rain down you way though frown
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/11 04:59 PM

Zero and getting marginally better here this morning
Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/14/11 07:20 PM

Originally Posted By: mad_mike
It is awfully warm down here as well. Temps near 40 and steady SE winds.


i still had to defrost my truck this morning i'm hoping the cold weather holds so i can go chase some beaver.
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/11 06:27 AM

Here's one of the locals. Been hearing about this girl for three years, seen some pictures, but saw her myself yesterday. Wishing I would have had my better camera with me.



Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/11 06:33 AM

Awsome pic St cow season is open here smile
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/11 06:35 AM

That would be quite a trophy with a 60" headset
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/11 10:03 AM

Fur is green! Found this on the main forum. Good stuff.

http://www.furisgreen.com/fur_is_green_media_coverage.aspx
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/11 05:48 PM

Originally Posted By: Aknative
Fur is green! Found this on the main forum. Good stuff.

http://www.furisgreen.com/fur_is_green_media_coverage.aspx


Allan Herscovici has a great book he wrote way back. It is called "Second Nature: The Animal-Rights Controversy"

He is a great guy and speaks with an open mind when it comes to fur . He has been an advocate of the fur resource for many years.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/15/11 08:25 PM

Article in the DNM on the fur handling class put on by ATA and Alaska Raw Fur.

-TJ



Fur Handling Class


FAIRBANKS — Crowded into a small room with dried wolf, lynx and fox skins hanging behind them, a dozen trappers sat in a semi-circle of folding chairs watching Marty Middelstadt operate.

They looked on intently as Middlestadt, wearing a long, black, leather apron, blue surgical gloves and glasses, made his first incision.

The patient, in this case, was a dead marten hanging by one back foot from a rope attached to a hook in the ceiling.

“For the fur market, they don’t buy feet, so you start with the ankle and come up the side of the leg,” Middelstadt said as he gently cut around the ankle with a small paring knife and then began making a cut down the marten’s leg. “I like to have something really sharp so you don’t have to push very hard and end up cutting holes (in the fur).”

That was a line that Middelstadt repeated several times during a fur-handling workshop sponsored by the Alaska Trappers Association on Saturday at Arctic Raw Fur Co.

The all-day clinic was designed to teach trappers how to handle fur from the time it is taken from a trap until it is presented to a buyer. Middelstadt, who has been trapping and skinning animals for 40 years, along with Bill Wivoda, owner of Arctic Raw Fur Co., served as instructors for the seven-hour workshop.

Middelstadt and Wivoda first told the class to treat the animals they trap or hunt with respect and to use as much of an animal as possible.

“If you’re going to kill something, treat it correctly and don’t waste it,” Wivoda said.

From there, Middelstadt and Wivoda went on to teach trappers the finer points of skinning, fleshing, stretching and drying the hides of beaver, marten, fox, lynx and wolves.

Trappers learned the proper ways to split and turn the lips and ears on a wolf, skin the feet of a wolf and lynx, and remove the tail of a marten without pulling it off, among other things.

Professional advice

Imagine Michael Jordan teaching you how to dunk a basketball. Or Wayne Gretzky showing you to put the puck in the net.

That’s what it was like for the trappers who gathered in Wivoda’s small shop on D Street for Saturday’s workshop.

Between them, Middelstadt and Wivoda have a combined 60 years in the fur business, both as trappers, buyers and skinners.

“These guys are the pros,” Dan Nelson, a recreational trapper from Fairbanks, said.

The 35-year-old Nelson, who has trapped for six years, attended Saturday’s workshop hoping to pick up some pointers, specifically about marten.

“I didn’t know a hill of beans about marten, and I’m going to do some marten trapping this year, so it was good timing,” he said.

While he has attended both the ATA’s wolf trapping and general trapping schools, Nelson said, those workshops focused more on catching animals than skinning them.

“I think I know the basics, but it’s nice to hear it from guys who have been doing it their whole life,” he said.

Shannon Epps, another recreational trapper at the clinic, said the same thing.

“I want to learn how to do stuff the correct way,” he said. “These guys are showing you the correct way to do it.”

Epps, 44, was interested in the tools Middelstadt and Wivoda use to flesh and stretch hides, as well as how to skin a wolf so he’ll be ready when he catches his first one.

Saturday’s workshop marked the first time the ATA has put on a fur-handling clinic for the public. Randy Zarnke, who helped organize the workshop, said it was the result of a one-hour presentation that Middelstadt and Wivoda put on during an ATA meeting last year.

“We got good feedback so we sensed there would be interest,” Zarnke said.

The cost of the workshop was $75, but Zarnke said those who attended will recoup that with the tricks they learned.

Neither Middelstadt or Wivoda worried about sharing the secrets they’ve learned during 40 years of trapping and skinning.

“I hope to pass on what I’ve learned to people who want to learn it, so they can take care of the animals they hunt or trap,” Middelstadt said. “I think people are hungry to learn how to do it. There’s not much out there as far as books or videos.”

Presentation is key

The first half of Saturday’s workshop focused on beaver and marten, the latter of which is “the bread and butter of trapping in Alaska,” Wivoda said.

“Our marten are the best in the world,” he said, holding a shiny, reddish-brown marten hide.

Wivoda went over the three different size classes of marten hides, which are based on a measurement taken from the tip of the nose to the base of the tail when stretched on a board. The biggest skins, those measuring 23 1/2 inches and up, are worth $85, he said. Pelts that measure 21 1/2 to 23 inches pay $60 and skins 19 1/2 inches to 21 inches are worth $40.

“You see the incentive for staying in that extra, extra large group,” Wivoda said, referring to a list of sizes he written on a white board. “Size is everything with a marten.”

That’s why it’s critical when skinning a marten to leave as much hair on the back as possible, Wivoda said.

“A half-inch might be a $20 bill,” Wivoda said.

Middelstadt demonstrated the proper way to stretch, flesh and pin a marten hide on a stretching board. After getting the skin centered on the board, Middelstadt ran his fingers tightly down the board.

“We’re not trying to stretch it into a bigger size,” Middelstadt said. “We’re trying to get it taut so it will dry.

“Tight is what makes it dry faster,” he said.

Drying marten on a wider stretching board also makes them look bigger and fluffier, Wivoda said.

“Presentation is everything when you try to sell them,” he said.

Damage control

While most of the workshop focused on actual fur handling, Middelstadt and Wivoda also provided some tips on things trappers can do in the field to prevent damage and save time.

For example, they said to use dry, not green, spruce poles for marten sets to prevent sticky sap from getting into a marten’s fur, which then must be cleaned.

Marten pole sets should be high enough to keep dead marten off the ground after they are caught, they said.

“The closer they get to the ground, the better chance there is for a squirrel or mouse to come along and tear up the fur,” Wivoda said.

Frozen marten can be wrapped individually in old sleeping bags so they don’t get damaged by traps, axes or other marten bouncing in a sled or trapping box behind a snowmachine.

“A frozen marten has got sharp claws,” Wivoda said. “Those claws can tear little pieces of fur out when they get bouncing around.”

Thawing frozen animals too close to a heat source will cause the hair to “slip,” or fall out.

“It’s better to let them thaw slowly for 24 hours at 45 or 50 degrees than to put it in front of some heat source at 90 degrees and try to thaw it in two hours,” Middelstadt said.

Wivoda held up a marten skin and showed how he could pull hair out where it thawed too quickly next to a heater.

“That’s a damaged skin,” Wivoda said. “A damaged skin is worth approximately half of what an undamaged skin is. That’s one of the reasons we’re holding this class. So we can prevent this kind of stuff.”
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/16/11 04:30 AM

TJ; That is fantastic! Kudos to those guys for donating thier time, and you for relaying it!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/16/11 06:27 AM

Here's one of the bigger fox I've caught this year. I had to weigh it as it just "looked big". 18 pounder. I had one that went 21 pounds a few years ago. This one definitely fit into Len's vulpes vulpigalus...or whatever smile

Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/16/11 07:38 AM

Pretty fox!

Finally done with finals! Something is gonna die this weekend!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 12:30 AM

white17:

Looks like there is snowmobile tracks on the Kuskokwim River in that photo of the river by the parking lot. Has the ice gotten that thick on the river so soon ?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 12:32 AM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
Here's one of the bigger fox I've caught this year. I had to weigh it as it just "looked big". 18 pounder. I had one that went 21 pounds a few years ago. This one definitely fit into Len's vulpes vulpigalus...or whatever smile





Kusko: Great looking Red Fox ! How many would it take to make a pair of fur gauntlets ?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 12:38 AM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
white17:

Looks like there is snowmobile tracks on the Kuskokwim River in that photo of the river by the parking lot. Has the ice gotten that thick on the river so soon ?




It is in some spots. On the other hand, a lot of people don't have much sense
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 12:40 AM

Looks like a nice cherry red you got there Kusko. Bet at weighing 18 pounds you will use a bit of sawdust on the fat on that one. smile
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 01:16 AM

To the trapper in Gustavus that received my F&T order along with your own a few days ago... Merry Christmas. I hope you enjoy the thousand foot of 1/16 1x19, the dozens of slim locks and whammies and ferrules and the roll of 11 gauge wire.
Did I miss anything?
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 01:40 AM

I have to use a LOT of sawdust on those big ones!
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 01:43 AM

Was that a post office error akpawpincher ??? Sure hope you can recover it. If that person was at all worthy of calling himself a trapper he should do what is right and send it to you. Hope that happens.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 02:02 AM

Hope you paid for it with a credit card.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 03:16 AM

I worked it out with F&T. The individual in Gustavus ordered a bunch of stuff and my box got mixed with his and got his shipping label. He gets the stuff and I get to wait another 4 or 5 days for a new shipment to be sent out. I need it but won't die without it. Just one of those things. F&T knows where it is but due to the expense of having the person return it they are just letting him have it. How come I never get the good deal? LOL!
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 04:57 AM

Good to see it worked out. You will be able to have it for a Christmas present now.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 06:12 AM

Kind of a long story, but I placed the order Nov 24th and I'm still waiting. Would have liked to had all my stuff built and set this weekend. I still have some snares left, but they are getting a little decrepit from being moved around and reset repeatedly, and most of the locks have been reused several times over and are wearing a little. I'll still get some stuff out this weekend regardless.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 06:23 AM

Thats a big delta Red there Rafe. we had a couple in top lot last year from here.
had Rabbit and BBQed Porkypine tonight MMm....MMmmm
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 06:28 AM

Looks tasty! I hunted out of Aniak some years back and a local told me that he preferred porkies over caribou. Said they had more fat.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 06:37 AM

Nishe looking "veg all" Jeff! I'll take the rabbit anyday...the porky, the jury is out still! smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 06:46 AM

Yea .. I wish I could say we grew them in the garden but this summer we had crop failure.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 07:15 AM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
Originally Posted By: Kusko
Here's one of the bigger fox I've caught this year. I had to weigh it as it just "looked big". 18 pounder. I had one that went 21 pounds a few years ago. This one definitely fit into Len's vulpes vulpigalus...or whatever smile





Kusko: Great looking Red Fox ! How many would it take to make a pair of fur gauntlets ?


I have no idea. That's a wolfwoman question! I have lots if you are interested. smile
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 04:51 PM

Akpawpincher, if you don't mind, PM me the individuals name, if you have it. While I don't know any trappers in Gusta, I do know people who might.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 05:36 PM

I'd rather eat marten...again...than porky.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 05:42 PM

Mine have always been exelent..yours must of been eating spruce or your sweaty old axe handle smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 06:09 PM

LOL ! Could be ! The meat was not bad but the fat would gag a maggot !
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/17/11 09:37 PM

That is true not many spruce down there the diet probably makes a big difference.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/19/11 02:50 AM

It did have nice white fat marbled through the meat. and it had no fowl oder or taste in fact it was quite mild.

I picked up this Sheefish in the net today it was 35"
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/19/11 03:42 AM

Now that is good !
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/21/11 04:20 AM

This weather sucks. Forced me to go into the freezer and start thawing and fleshing. Found a fox from two years ago that somehow eluded me. blush Good news is I'll be done with all of my capes, hides, and skins in a few days.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/21/11 04:39 PM

Yukonjeff, your pic makes me wanna Set Burbot Hooks. What do you Burbot fisherman use when you don't have live bait? Never tried it with out Black fish. Don't really wanna put out a Blackfish trap.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/21/11 06:41 PM

Most here catch them in nets (6") but we have done it with hooks also.
we have always used Blackfish for bait on hooks but I bet chunked up whitefish would work or chunks of eel if you have them.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/21/11 09:44 PM

Ah none of the above, all i ever used was black fish, but i am not wanting to set the trap lol. But i do have alot of dried dog fish, prolly suck as bait though...hmm maybe have to set the trap on saturday...buti wanted to go ride that day,...got another 7inches of snow last night....there go's the lynx line :-(
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/21/11 10:06 PM

Ok, so my first pair of bunny boots are here....time for a test drive. I'm looking for something to solve my "Deeds Foot".

The nice thing, they are built for my snowshoes. wink
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/11 03:16 AM

Nice Kusko, i ordered my bunnies a size bigger so i can drop in the Toe Warmers when the temp drops to the minus 30's. Works for a long time and if they quit i can add more. Also keep some in my mitts when it get really cold out.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/11 04:04 AM

Good luck with the bunny boots.stay out of the overflow smile

Starting to Pick up some lynx
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/11 04:07 AM

Beautiful cat Jeff, and a great pic too!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/11 04:20 AM

Thanks Greg..we have nice cats here.. we have been buying cats steady now and bought about 20 so far.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/11 08:23 PM

Is Anchorage, AK on regular mail delivery or are they on that Bypass mail system for letters delivered from the Lower 48 ?
Posted By: onegunsmith

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/22/11 08:38 PM

Anchorage mail is on regular delivery. Actually everything fly's up, i've been told. I have gotten priority mail boxes in 4 days.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/23/11 05:34 PM

Well the tropic weather is back to -30, so much for the balmy christmas :-)
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/24/11 08:59 AM

Where in the Anchorage/Wassila area can you order 14 gauge wire? Does Fort Green handle it? All that is available is tie wire 16 gauge.
Posted By: T. Meyer

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/24/11 09:07 AM

Len have you tried AIH? It seems to me they had some the last time I was in their (Sept.)

Ted
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/24/11 09:52 AM

This looks like it might be a way to get skunk without pizzing off the post office. Any one tried them.
This is 100% Pure Skunk Essence, the pure quill, NOT a tincture.

The bottle is triple dipped in wax. I am tired of getting stinky boxes in the post office.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/24/11 10:03 AM

The lady at the post office hates when i get things in the mail :-)
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/11 12:05 AM

So there I was, walking along the edge of a cut bank, minding my own business- when I hit a patch of ice. Both feet shot out from under me simultaneously and I did a header into the deep run several feet below. Complete submergence... hat floating down stream... phone no worky no more... wet. Luckily I caught up with my hat. It was a good day! laugh
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/11 02:02 AM

Isn't it a bit early for the polar bear swim ????? confused
Posted By: Tradbow1

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/11 02:05 AM

pretty stoked, early xmas present, got asked to apprentice with a couple buddies I know who run a long line. Guys are pretty good at what they do, humbling to say the least.

Merry Christmas Gang!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/11 02:59 AM

Originally Posted By: trapper ron
Isn't it a bit early for the polar bear swim ????? confused


Just a tad. I figured I would dive in early and beat the rush. grin My clothes were pretty stiff by the time I made it back to the truck... Pretty much just got warmed back up... lol!

Thank goodness for water proof cameras! Pics from today...

Wrapped up for Christmas


Ol' Lazy Eye... you lookin' at me?
Posted By: mad_mike

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/11 03:31 AM

Nice kitty pic! I sure wish they were more common down here.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/11 03:36 AM

wish
Posted By: mad_mike

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/25/11 04:28 AM

Right
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/26/11 07:49 AM

Glad you like em they are about the only critters on my line
Posted By: AKJoeK

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/26/11 07:50 AM

OH!! I am soooo excited for the season to start here. I really hope I can find an area to put some sets in for these creatures... so majestic
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/11 05:31 PM

This weather is killing me. Gale force winds for nearly two weeks, with X-mas day the only real break. I should have gone. Maybe tomorrow.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/11 07:31 PM

Fresh Snow and some very rare sunshine
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/11 07:59 PM

Is that the same Red Fox you have been feeding on your front Lawn ?? grin
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/11 08:45 PM

Take a look at this picture of Anchorage. In the center , left of the picture about near the foot of the Mountain, there appears to be smoke. Or , is that just a cloud ?

http://www.borealisbroadband.net/Vid-Sheraton1mega.htm
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/11 08:52 PM

that is a volcanic steam plume.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/11 08:58 PM

Dang, Hup, too bad Anchorage don't tap into that for Geothermal energy!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/11 09:04 PM

it is a bubbling mud bath and hot spring. like a spa... they even have an indoor water park right there with slides and wave pool. all heated by volcano.
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/29/11 09:19 PM

I'm going over there after this is all over..... Sounds like fun! All this time I thought that was just waste heat from a power plant! Huh! You learn something everyday!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/30/11 05:55 PM

Hup:
I moved out here to get away from those volcano's
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/30/11 06:31 PM

Its -40 here this morning trapping is on hold frown
I wish this weather would go back to the interior where it belongs smile
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/30/11 06:40 PM

-32 here this morning Jeff, tooooooo cold.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/30/11 07:30 PM

Your cold and I am snowed in. Wow it doesn't stop blowing and snowing. Crazy Homer. Rain or Snow and not much in between this year. My lynx line will be about 2 miles long in these conditions. Bravos don't do well in really deep flour snow.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/30/11 07:42 PM

We are sooooo glad we didn't go and put in the big line. Postponing might have been the best decision I've made in a while.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/30/11 07:52 PM

No relief in sight either kusko
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/30/11 08:16 PM

Cold, cold, cold here in Nome. I moved AWAY from Fairbanks for just this reason...and we're colder then them!! Really going through the wood pile with this cold snap.

I get a little bit of relief knowing the hoard of hunters going out tonight and tomorrow to go after Ox on the Jan.1. Hope they enjoy that miserable hunt!!
Posted By: Trapalaska

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/30/11 08:34 PM

Yep, wish this cold would break. This November killed our trapping and now we are in the cold again. Maybe this will motivate me to put a windshield back on my machine.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/31/11 05:19 AM

C'mon yukon jeff we are only @ -50!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/31/11 05:32 AM

Thats where that cold weather belongs...Galena smile
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/31/11 05:38 AM

LOL yea, fun gotta work out in this stuff 10-12 hours a day no matter the temp! Pops ran his line yesterday at minus 43, and a buddy went out on a 14 hour hike following a wolf pack we are trying to figure out their new route. Whats your usual weather in MTV?
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/31/11 05:56 AM

I've been on hold all winter...hoping January is better for me. Not frozen, No snow, Then 5' of snow, Now -50 below weather......Been thinking i may end up buying a Bigger sled then the Bravo so i can get out there, any one have the Skidoo Skandic 550 LT and how do they like it?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/31/11 07:29 AM

Originally Posted By: yukontrapper
LOL yea, fun gotta work out in this stuff 10-12 hours a day no matter the temp! Pops ran his line yesterday at minus 43, and a buddy went out on a 14 hour hike following a wolf pack we are trying to figure out their new route. Whats your usual weather in MTV?

We dont get usual weather here we are close to the Bering Sea...mostly storm after storm,we can have rain almost anytime it does clear up by mid Febuary and -20-30 is about as cold as we get and then for only a week or two its kind of nice... realy smile
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 12/31/11 08:49 AM

Nov.1st to march 31st, we get anything from +10-60's...a few yrs back i had to walk to work in minus 64 to turn an aircraft then walk the 4 miles home. The plane only shut one engine down while i unloaded and reloaded within 3-5 minutes. Then slid everything into the hangar. Was colder around the plane then walking to and from work. Man the rain must suck. I never had to trap in rainy conditions bet it can drag, usually in the spring once the suns up and shining i quit traps altogether and use only snares. Hate it when a nice bedded trap sticks out like a sore thumb!
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/01/12 06:08 PM

Man ol live what a way to start the year -31 here at the house....what is it where it gets cold at?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/01/12 06:14 PM

-24 last night here in the tropics.
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/01/12 06:42 PM

-28 here but I see the smoke drifting from the east now.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/01/12 07:38 PM

-44 here at home and -53 downtown Takotna.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/01/12 07:52 PM

-50 here, so most likely go putz around in the trap shack later today. Happy New year fellow trappers and luck on the line!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/01/12 09:42 PM

-51 in Mcgrath. 70 in Florida..

149 Degree difference in temperature.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/01/12 09:43 PM

How the heck do you start a snowblower in those temps????
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/01/12 09:56 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
How the heck do you start a snowblower in those temps????


Shouldnt have to tell her,she should just do it
Posted By: Nunamiut

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/01/12 09:56 PM

-30 in AKP.
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/01/12 10:18 PM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
-51 in Mcgrath. 70 in Florida..

149 Degree difference in temperature.

Hmmm........ There's a math lesson in there somewhere. : )
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/01/12 11:03 PM

our temp rose to a balmy -21, however the wind is blowing 25 putting the windchill at -52 currently with snow and blowing snow. Guess I will have to try to check tomorrow instead of today.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/01/12 11:39 PM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
our temp rose to a balmy -21, however the wind is blowing 25 putting the windchill at -52 currently with snow and blowing snow. Guess I will have to try to check tomorrow instead of today.


You Bethel boys are soft for sure!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/12 10:28 PM

I just checked Ellis and I's "Bethel" line and we picked up two more fox. That makes 50 for the year. I have about 3 weeks left before they start to rub.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/12 11:32 PM

kusko what do you do with them?Send in to NAFA?
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/03/12 11:41 PM

I have some private buyers, some to the ATA auction, some to NAFA, etc.

What I wanted to say was, "in this kind of weather we line our walls with them for insulation....." smile
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/12 03:08 PM

Warmed up to 27 below here!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/12 07:42 PM

I gave this coyote a ride home the other day

and then when he got home he jumped in the bathtub and tried to have a porky for a snack
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/12 07:55 PM

Wow, I didnt know that yotes had made it out your way Otterman....

Looks like he's getting ready to shake off that bathwater, better look out!!! lol...
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/12 08:20 PM

That's pretty funny otterman! Keep getting those coyotes, we don't want them over here.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/12 08:33 PM

Kusko they seem to come and go a bit around here there are more down on the cape (closer to you) then inland a bit 6 years ago I got 5 then none until last year when I got 2 now this year 1 again. It has been this way for the last 15 yrs at least so I hope it remains that way. They have made a dent in the fox population in at leaste one very isolated part of my line where all three in the last two yrs have come from
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/12 09:45 PM

For the life of me I don't know why they don't establish in the Lower Yukon. There their. I have seen and heard them. Saw few that have been shot in the last 25 years but they don't seem to be able to take hold. Too wet maybe? Plenty of food.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/04/12 11:31 PM

You don't want them around. Fur sucks and they eat more critters than the fox seem to. Would rather have fox than coyotes.

-TJ
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/12 12:15 AM

Todd,

You obviously are having better luck obedience training that coyote ("Sit, Wiley, Sit,") than I have had with most domestic dogs I've owned!

Now try the command: "Play dead....!"

Pete
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/12 02:06 AM

Pete, He played dead just fine once he got tired of sitting in the tub laugh
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/12 07:16 AM

Nice! O-man.. they are very scarce up this way.

Been putting up some cats
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/12 06:36 PM

OM:
Those bathtub coyotes are rare down here also as I've only seen one in all the years. I always figured the wolves kept them in check.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/12 09:08 PM

Jeff I am surprised to see you with your front feet turned back out. You don't worry about tumbling catches. Is this your prefs or did you get this from your trip to the plant last year? I am paranoid now. My partner a few years ago pulled the front legs out on some before I could get to them. We lost two in tumbling. Only thing I could attribute a $12 lynx to.
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/12 09:17 PM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
Jeff I am surprised to see you with your front feet turned back out. You don't worry about tumbling catches. Is this your prefs or did you get this from your trip to the plant last year? I am paranoid now. My partner a few years ago pulled the front legs out on some before I could get to them. We lost two in tumbling. Only thing I could attribute a $12 lynx to.


I'm also noting feet off, I was under the impression on lynx unlike bobcats feet should be left on.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/05/12 09:38 PM

From what Wissmiss has said, most Lynx are sent in without feet, but the ones from Alaska with the feet on go into another grouping and usually get more money for them. She said she could identify them by the CITES tags in them as coming from Alaska. I am sure she could elaberate.

-TJ
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/12 12:33 AM

We keep the feet on pretty much everything here with the exception of kittens (2 or 3 a yr).

I'm taking today and maybe tomorrow of as a sharp
stick had it's way with me this am.
Posted By: poleset

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/12 12:46 AM

ooooowch! that looks painful! hope your eye heals quick! smirk
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/12 04:15 AM

Dang! might want to get that checked..I have had them sticks under my eyelid before and that is the worst kind of pain..
hope it heals up OK for ya.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/12 04:34 AM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
Jeff I am surprised to see you with your front feet turned back out. You don't worry about tumbling catches. Is this your prefs or did you get this from your trip to the plant last year? I am paranoid now. My partner a few years ago pulled the front legs out on some before I could get to them. We lost two in tumbling. Only thing I could attribute a $12 lynx to.


Thats the way I have been putting them up for years, they wont get caught in the drumming as they are just stubs. they say to leave them inside but I know that invites taint in the armpits and I aint having that.

I have consistantly got top lot with Nafa and FH put up like this I taught all the trappers this is how I want them put up and last May we had 5 in top lot at FH so I guess its acepted,

Joe mattie told me the other day that FH no longer wants legs dangling from the pelt they want them cut off and left inside"it shows off the belly better" and less entanglement in the drumming.

And the deal with the feet on will get you more money is not true..the taxies will want some like that but dont realy pay any more for feet on but on a year when the cats are not selling well the ones with feet will sell better sometimes.

skin the feet if you want but I wont ever again.

It warmed up to -32 today so ran my line and picked up 7 cats..they seam to be realy hunting in this cold.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/12 10:18 AM

Good news Jeff! The fox are moving too. I had 7 today! We are planning on leaving to put in camp tomorrow.....
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/12 05:40 PM

Originally Posted By: watarrat
We keep the feet on pretty much everything here with the exception of kittens (2 or 3 a yr).

I'm taking today and maybe tomorrow of as a sharp
stick had it's way with me this am.

You might want to keep an eye on that!
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/12 06:21 PM

There is no better price for feet on or feet off. Having said that there are rare occasions when they get a taxi request. In this case there is a search through the lynx to find a suitable specimen. Usually it will be a private treaty item sold for the same price or more than the lot where it would have been. The chance of your lynx being chosen is like a lottery draw with no big prize if drawn. smile

When I put up lynx the front legs are cut off at the elbow joint (if you want to call it that)and on the back legs all of the fur right to the top of the foot is left on. Just the toes and pads are left on the foot. The back legs can be shortened also if you wish.

If there are auction lots with feet on, mostly Alaskan lynx, it is probably because they are a better grade of lynx and belong with each other. The Alaskan lynx, as I recall have longer,silkier guard hair, and mostly have brighter bellies.

The one main reason you will see the Alaska lynx on there own is to do with CITES. All of the CITES papers and tags are preprocessed before they go to Toronto. Due to problems of a lot being shipped out of Canada after the sale that are mixed, some CITES tags already and some not causes some jurisdictional and paper work problems. So it makes sense to keep them separate.

Those front legs if pinned out on a small board so they dry evenly prior to turning fur out will not taint if left tucked inside the pelt. Being a very thin skinned animal they will dry very fast and dry enough to leave tucked in.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/12 11:00 PM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
Good news Jeff! The fox are moving too. I had 7 today! We are planning on leaving to put in camp tomorrow.....

you must have a pretty good carcase pile by now smile ...Good luck putting in the line at least you wont have to worry about bringing any sun tan lotion in this weather.. its still -38 at my house..stay safe.

And thanks for your insight Ron.. always aprieciated.
I did one this morning and left the stubs in. I turn before they are "hard" dry so as not to crack and tear the fur so the armpits are still damp. I do spray them with a water bottle before turning to dampen them if they are too dry.

I also put a T.P. roll in the leg stubs to hold them open for drying (I dont split them up to the armpit)
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/12 11:18 PM

YJ the lynx on the right looks like the legs are tucked in, looks much nicer. What works for me is to use a small marten board down each leg when leather out with two push pins. If you push the board in far enough the marten board will stick out on it's own with the nose of it against the lynx board. It is important that under the front legs dry. I hat to call them "arm pits" as lynx do not have arms, but you know where I mean.

I won't be having any lynx this year to show what I do. Pulled all my trap sets mid December, what few I had out, as my mother is very ill in the hospital. That is taking a lot of my time.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/06/12 11:59 PM

Ron Best wishes to your Mother and hope she feels better soon.
I would like to see your put up someday when ever you get the chance again.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 03:30 AM

Jeff, we bailed. It's too cold. We had 10 sets out that needed to be checked so we did that and it was COLD! No cats and 2 more fox. The fox are crazy high this year.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 06:48 AM

Good call the wind is supposed to pick up might get ugly out there. better safe than sorry.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 07:07 AM

OK, need some advice. Got a marten stuck on a stretcher and can't even get the belly wedge out. Left it outside at -35 for 3 hours and still no movement. Haven't ever had this happen before. Usually a tap on the nose on the floor and it comes right lose Any more tips to get it off before I soak it?

-TJ
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 12:36 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
OK, need some advice. Got a marten stuck on a stretcher and can't even get the belly wedge out. Left it outside at -35 for 3 hours and still no movement. Haven't ever had this happen before. Usually a tap on the nose on the floor and it comes right lose Any more tips to get it off before I soak it?

-TJ


Try thawing it out first?!!!!! wink
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 04:03 PM

"The tanker is carrying more than 1 million gallons of diesel fuel loaded in South Korea"

Why all the way from SOUTH KOREA ????????
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 04:04 PM

The people from Nome will know what I am referring to .
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 04:14 PM

Have they made it through the ice, yet?
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 04:23 PM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
Have they made it through the ice, yet?



Doesn't look like they are even close.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/45909554/ns/us_news-life/#.TwhwlaWHHQk

I don't understand why they would let their fuel supply run short like that. Seems to me that they should be installing a few more large capacity fuel storage tanks to get them through the Winter without having to call in for deliveries when they need it the most and when it is the least accessible and most costly and difficult time of the year for delivery.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 04:42 PM

Pete,

Alread skinned and dried. Tried to stick it outside to see if setting it in the cold would loosen it up a bit, but no luck.

-TJ
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 05:09 PM

TJ you may have to use a damp towel and wrap it up for a few minutes is setting it outside did not work. Sometimes if the belly wedge is stuck you can use a vice grips to get a better grip on it to pull it out. Once with a stuck belly wedge I drilled a hole through it then used a big nail through the hole to make a T handle to grab on to. Now I use a small wedge under the back end of the belly wedge.

Just be careful to pull straight back and not up.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 05:33 PM

Yeah, tried the vice grip thing as well to get extra purchase, but will drill the wedge base and stick a nail through to at least give it a handle (not a bad idea to do this to all of mine for the future). This was a small female and the only part of my boards that I haven't waxed is the belly wedge (never even thought of it as I have never had this issue before). What I think might have happend is that the belly board is stuck up towards the front on the hide as I can move part of it back and fourth towards the legs, and with the fur drying it dried not only to the belly wedge, but tight to the board as well, so if I can get the wedge out then the rest should come off.

-TJ
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 07:04 PM

Fwiw, when I use a belly wedge I try to push it in far enough so it sticks out the mouth just a bit. Then you can just drop it nose first and drive the wedge out.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 07:46 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
OK, need some advice. Got a marten stuck on a stretcher and can't even get the belly wedge out. Left it outside at -35 for 3 hours and still no movement. Haven't ever had this happen before. Usually a tap on the nose on the floor and it comes right lose Any more tips to get it off before I soak it?

-TJ

You can just run it under the shower on both sides just enough to get it wet then wait 10 minn and it will come right off.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/07/12 09:20 PM

CB, that fuel situation is a joke. Their guy is a retard and put the delivery date too late. He scheduled it that way. The storm didn't have anything to do with it. They are just using that as an excuse, when really it just falls on Sitnasak and stupidity. The other fuel company got their supply just fine. The city won't run out, just that company's supply.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/08/12 03:18 AM

Originally Posted By: trapper ron
TJ you may have to use a damp towel and wrap it up for a few minutes is setting it outside did not work. Sometimes if the belly wedge is stuck you can use a vice grips to get a better grip on it to pull it out. Once with a stuck belly wedge I drilled a hole through it then used a big nail through the hole to make a T handle to grab on to. Now I use a small wedge under the back end of the belly wedge.

Just be careful to pull straight back and not up.


Ron, the drilling the hole and putting a nail through there worked great and it popped right out after doing it. I think it allows for a more direct pull along the board instead of trying to use vice grips. I think I am going to drill out all of my belly wedge's, just to make it easier pulling them out going forward if I need it. Was quick and easy to just stick a large nail in there and pull it out.

-TJ
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/12 06:22 AM

Had a pretty good day on the line picked up 4 cats that makes 11 in 3 days I hope I can keep that up all winter smile I had one drop his rabbit on the river and walk about 10 feet up to my set and get caught. the rabbit didnt have a mark on him not even a drop of blood frozen solid laying right at my trail going up.. I could see somthing dragging in his tracks walking up must of been the bunnys feet smile
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/12 07:07 AM

Wow that is cool. Jeff on the earlier post I wasn't commenting on cutting the legs off. I do that also. But leaving them out. After we had two get dinged in drumming I am afraid of leaving them out. It was an accident but I won't leave them out again. Only thing I can understand when you get a $12 lynx. I didn't have anything remotely that bad.
Sounds like the weather out west has been brutal. But making for hungry cats.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/12 07:31 AM

Yea I am not sure why you only got $12 for Lynx I know FH has a minnimum of $30 set on alaska Lynx (if I remember correct)
and dont think your problem was damage due to drumming ? could be but might of been somthing else.. bad rubs/snare damage/and or bad stained belly that is pretty low though.

And yes these cold temps seam to be making the cats hunt hard..pretty tough on the trapper though smile
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/12 07:58 AM

My partner that year left the legs out and dried before I could undo. It was the only thing I could figure Jeff. I believe it was FH, One I think was in the teens and one for $12. They had to be ripped to shreds. We sent in no bad or rubbed lynx. Off color would be the worst. They were mid Feb cats. If I was organized I maybe could see something more on the grades. All I remember was being POed when I saw the prices then.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/12 08:08 AM

I would like to see the grade or lot number on that bunch.
I looked at all ours and the lowest we had out of 175 on that last may sale was 2 @$30 must of been Nafa Joe Mattie told me there is a $30 minn on our Lynx FH

I just checked our Nafa account and see we had two they were XL-LGE III-IV and they brought $17 must of been rough.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/12 08:20 AM

Nice Jeff. We finally got our camp in! We drove up by truck, with a snogo/sled in the back and broke trail into our line. It will be nice to be able to go up and have a warm tent waiting for us.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/09/12 09:25 AM

I may have been all wrong. Unless it was FH. I have to hunt it down.
But I did go back in to my nafa account and these may have been the two.
They were 2010 cats sold in Feb 2011 Held over from spring before.
I really thought I remember a cat that sold for less. Does FH have an account you can go into online?


461702 LM III 2-3 2 26.00 52.00
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/10/12 06:17 PM

Blowing 50, gusting to 65, snowing to beat the band. Just got
word the schools are shut down for the day. East end road is closed with six foot drifts. My brother and nephew both work
for the highway dept and both left home on snowmachines a
couple hours ago to go get a loader to try to open the road up.
Still dark out but can see a wall of snow blowing past the window. Guess I better go fire up the dozer, plow truck isn't going to cut it today.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/10/12 06:32 PM

Spek:
We had a real screamer last night but don't know how high the winds were for sure because my anenometers were trashed with the last screamer. Don't think we had the snow you did but its also to dark to tell here. Temp is +36 so we will probably get rain now then get really cold again. Seems to be part of a cycle this winter.
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/10/12 06:41 PM

Same here Spek! There's a huge snowdrift in front that contains 4 snowmachines and sleds.

Our entire line is comepletly snowed in and will have to be mined out trap by trap and snare by snare. Keeping trails sets going is not an option at the moment! On the other hand big snow usually drives the wolverine down to lower elevatios around here with the ptarmigan.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/10/12 06:57 PM

This too, shall pass.
Yeah Jim, they say there's a cloud around every silver lining
(or something like that). smile Supposed to be some decent weather coming if the weather guru's are right. Hope you get into the the wolly's.

What weather befalls you guy's seems to do the same here within
a few hours, maybe not as strong as your winds but still similar.
My house is at about 1400 ft elevation so we're getting snow, may be raining in Homer. What snares I have out are at low
elevation, so no idea what shape they are in this morning.
Bob, did you ever get your mail?
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/10/12 07:02 PM

The folks at weather underground say it is 32 degrees with light
snow mist in Homer. Sounds slushy.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/10/12 07:09 PM

blowing snow here yet.It started yesterday when I was out on the far end of my line. In 5 minutes I went from 5 miles visibility to 1/4 mile. At least the temps came up above 0. They say buy tomorrow night we are suppose to be back at -25 to -30 sure is messing with my lines nothing has been moving at all!
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/10/12 07:15 PM

Bob,,, How on the wind gauges,,we had 3 and now down to 1.

Last night 1 gust came through that hit the house like a bomb blast!

We started the season with a pack of 6 wolves and have picked up 4 of them,needless to say the 2 survivors are educated beyond belief. Here's 1 that hit the bait pile in front of the house,,30 Gibbs!!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 12:52 AM

Did the oil tanker get to Nome yet? Said on the news it was still out to sea stuck in the Ice and can't move any further..
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 02:03 AM

Nah, I heard it ran out of gas and had to head back.






smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 04:19 AM

I still can't figure out why they would get fuel from South Korea instead of the lower 48
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 04:39 AM

This is really bothering you Canvasback isn't it.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 04:42 AM

Nice Jim!
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 04:53 AM

It's a global market and they were on that side of the pond. Wouldn't make much sense to add a few thousand miles to the endeavor. Alaskan, you serious? Man you sure can't believe what the news reports can you...
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 04:53 AM

We are growing Banana's here
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 05:24 AM

In your wifes berry buckets??
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 05:39 AM

Yea ..we wont be needing them for a while..lol
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 06:05 AM

CavScout has banana trees in his house. They are 3 years old, still no bananas. I think they would make good smoke wood though....
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 06:52 AM

Make better marten pots, if you ask me.
Weather here has been a real bummer,too. mostly wind. Had a break today that lasted one tide. Then started blowing in the snow. Really tough if you are trying to trap out of a skiff.
Had about 3' of drifted snow in areas, no good crust, and like an idiot, forgot the snow shoes, Cabela's Guide Shoes, of course!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 07:13 AM

Warmed up to 22 degrees here...supposed to hit 40 below by the weekend when I can make my next check!
Posted By: Trappnguns

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 07:25 AM

Up to +42 here today... after about 2 +ft of snow. Supposed to be 13 tomorrow night and 4 the night after. What a mess!! Trying to get some otter sets out before the season closes.
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 07:34 AM

Its been in the 20's here in the sound and nonstop snowing. Got about 2 feet today. Going to take a shovel on my check tomorrow. We are going to have to start moving our marten sets up higher, some of them are below the level of the snow now.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 05:39 PM

good step to grow bananas.
bananas as we know it are coming to an end. the bananas we eat now are called Cavendish, and they are originally from China. They have a huge problem with the plants dying. there is a fungus or disease that is now killing them all off. it lives in the soil and the spores can survive for up to 30 years.

The cavendish bananas were brought to south america to replace the "original" banana. these bananas also had a bad blite that wiped them out. It made the fruit rot inside the peel. the company that is now chiquita was the original importer and owner of the banana plantations. when the previous blight, 1940's?? was killing off the bananas, the company Dole, brought in the cavendish variety from China, which was resistant to the origianl disease.

Now, the next banana will be of australian variety, as it is resistant to the current fungi. however, it is supposedly a crisper more bitter version.

just a little useless info on bananas.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 05:49 PM

You would think bananas would grow in the ditches in a place like "Anchoragua"....LOL...

I guess Hup is not only the forum climatologist, he's also an expert expounding on "little known facts"...Hup Claven... smile
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 08:17 PM

Plowing the yard after yesterdays storm:
(Hope this works, never posted a video before).
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 08:20 PM

is that new snow or results of drifting? or a combination?
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 08:31 PM

A combination of both. Spent all day plowing out my place, a
few neighbors and a quarter mile of road.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 08:39 PM

Pittu- absolutely serious. Pisses me off the city goea along, but they want "help" from anyone giving it...that and they have shares with Sitnasak. Such BS.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 08:52 PM

I can't wait to see what they jack the price of the fuel up to after the delivery to pay for this special tanker to deliver through all that moving ice.

-TJ
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 08:55 PM

Tj- does the name Scott Henderson ring a bell? What a douche!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 09:20 PM

Someone will cry foul and then ask the state to give more money...

maybe Chavez can send some checks to help with the cost.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 09:57 PM

I am going to LMAO when that tanker doesn't make it and turns around!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 10:03 PM

how about the dummies now have "drones" to fly around and check out the ice around the harbor.

No one has a sno go and an ice auger to check the ice??
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 10:07 PM


Researchers from the University of Alaska Fairbanks’ Geophysical Institute arrived in Nome to help evaluate the ice near the harbor last week.



Greg Walker, manager at the Geophysical Institute’s Poker Flat Research Range, arrived in Nome to provide more information on the sea ice outside of town using unmanned aircraft owned by BP Alaska. The small “drones” are about the size of smoke detectors, with four arms with propellors attached. A camera is positioned at the bottom of the craft.

Walker and his research assistants flew the aircraft around the harbor, snapping shots that will be sent to the Renda.

Jessica Cherry, a research assistant professor who also traveled to Nome, said the drones are used to monitor the situation, “especially in ice conditions where there’s the potential for an oil spill.”


Read more: Fairbanks Daily News-Miner

This whole thing is stupid. Seriosuly? why do researchers need to show up with drones with cameras to see the ice and evaluate it?

freaking morons. go drill a hole ith an auger or chain saw and measure how thick it is...
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 10:37 PM

Yes, it does. Figures.

-TJ
Posted By: yodeldog101

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/11/12 10:43 PM

I read some places got 8 ft?? And in Cordova 18 ft ?? Is that true ?? 8 I can see...but 18 ?? Yikes !!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/12/12 01:47 AM

Well, looks like $9.00 a gallon no matter how you deliver it in January. Unless, of course O'Mama figures out a way to blame it on Big Buisiness and MAKE THEM PAY!
Posted By: rosscoak

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/12/12 02:26 AM

yep, standard BS!! What a waste all around
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/12 05:29 AM

Pretty pleasant snowfall here today. Enough to be a bit of a pain at some of my sets but not too bad, and seeing lots of tracks around was worth it.

Even had a bit of sun in the afternoon.

Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/12 06:38 AM

Getting used to this -45/-50 stuff....been hanging around for weeks! Gotta warm up so i can do something besides work and hang around home.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/12 07:39 AM

ITs warmed up to -25 here. smile Nice pic Dave
I Dorsal skinned this cat today for a taxie
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/12 07:42 AM

YJ : Where app. did the cut begin and end. Have never dorsaled.

Thanks
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/12 07:47 AM

Start between the shoulder blades down to a couple inches above the base of the tail.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/12 08:05 AM

Those cats are purty...
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/12 09:21 AM

We got some sun out here today finally.



Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/12 03:38 PM

Wow, that's a lot of snow! Reminds me of 4-5 years ago here when we got, I think, 220" of the stuff. Hope your deer herds fair better than ours did.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/12 03:58 PM

Sitting right at minus 50 this morning but at least it isn't snowing !
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/12 04:14 PM

-50! There goes the wood pile!
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/12 04:25 PM

-43 here in Fairbanks. Not snowing here either.....!
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/14/12 04:33 PM

Hovering at -50 here also, haven't been outside yet but don't think it's snowing........... grin
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 03:44 AM

Crisp here and the snow stopped. Got plowing done and a little boat ride.

Posted By: mad_mike

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 03:51 AM

No boat rides for this kid. N70 and 15 deg. Nice pic BD.
Posted By: vegasjim

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 03:52 AM

OH MY GOD -50 BELOW KILL ME NOW.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 03:59 AM

Dang, mike..hope that N70 isn't headed my way.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 04:01 AM

Jim, a Southern Comfort on ice in the sauna will sort you out and make the -50 bearable.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 04:05 AM

Mike & I had a nice ride yeterday. Too busy cleaning my shorts to get a picture. Real deal, though. 70mph+ for the next week.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 04:12 AM

I can hear it starting now, in the treetops outside the house. Guess I'll go down and check the boat once before turning in.

I'm in a sheltered bay but N & NW kicks me a bit...
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 05:39 AM

Its headed your way if its not already there. It's getting nippy again. Got a boat ride tomorrow myself that I'm not looking forward to.
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 05:45 AM

It was cold running the skiff today. Was right at 2 degrees when we left.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 06:26 AM

2 degrees is a cold boat ride!

Good luck tomorrow, SC. I'm afraid I'll be cut off from my traps due to ice in the bay. There was already an inch this afternoon so if it gets cold tonight (crystal clear out now) I'll be SOL.
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 06:33 AM

We had to motor through about 4 inches to get to a couple of our sets. We use the company boat though. smile They are pretty tough skiffs.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 06:37 AM

Mine starts trying to ride up on top if it gets that thick!
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 06:55 AM

Ours does too. When my trapping partner is with me he goes up front so we cut through it better (he is a big dude). If I am by myself I run the skiff up on the ice and then run up to the bow and rock the boat back and forth until it breaks through. Takes a while but it works.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 07:02 AM

I came around the tip of an island into a sheltered bay on my way home in the dark last year at about 24kts. Could see just enough to tell that the bay was flat calm. Turned out it was froze over, about 2inches thick. Scared the heck out of me when I hit it. The boat didn't know whether to crash through or ride up onto it, so we did a little of both until I got her pulled back. Good times...
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 07:10 AM

Yikes!!! That would be scary. We aren't allowed to run the company boats after dark so my time is pretty limited on my checks. We have to pay close attention to the water when we are running too, there is a big glacier at the head of the inlet and we get bergy bits all the time. Some are darn near impossible to see. Had a couple close calls but I haven't hit one yet.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 07:15 AM

Good policy, not to run in the dark...grin.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 05:20 PM

BD:
Nice photo. Sure miss those winter boat rides in SE. A balmy -17 here yesterday in the midday heat. -10 is starting to feel normal. In the 2nd photo the eagle looks like it needed to be deiced before it flew.

Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 05:33 PM

Hey Bob! Nice shots. Those rivers always seem treacherous to me in winter...
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/15/12 05:38 PM

BD:
After you get the first set of tracks down its better. Making the first set is always pucker time. The open part you see in front of the house is fast water so its the only section that stays open most of the time.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/16/12 04:37 AM

I bet it's coooold water...
Posted By: southpaw

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/16/12 05:55 AM

UBob - as usual, great photos! saw where KTVA was impressed with it last night too.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/16/12 05:53 PM

Southpaw:
I sent one in the other day then went to bed to early and missed it. Was getting bored watching the weather forecasts that just moves the big highs around a little bit every day.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/17/12 05:17 AM

Went out today and got the trail back in on my Dads line, all the sets were buried for cats, Alot of cat movements. No wolf sign, but i put in a set for them where they usually run the trail. Heres a few marten pics.





Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/17/12 12:05 PM

Cool. how are you setting up that box? Just setting the trap inside. Has the pole moved? Is that the way he gets to and inside the box. Looks like he has to jump. Am I seeing things. I can't find the head on that marten?
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/17/12 04:27 PM

Mornin FT, yea the trap is jus setting in there. We found they are pretty agile and climb on in. The head is there jus a crappy angle. These sets are usually around head high, 5-6ft. Alot of our sets are pole sets, but places that get loads of snow got these boxes. Man i can't wait to get out again, back to work today. Luck out there FT.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/18/12 02:56 AM

1 degree here right now, above, that is. Suppose to get down to 10 below tonight. Gonna have to put on a jacket if that happens!
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/18/12 03:47 AM

Dang, that's chilly for this neighborhood. 5 degrees here. Lost power from 10pm last night to 9am this morning and was glad to see 'em turn it back on.

Is 5degrees tough on all the scents & lures in my shed? Will it wreck urines and such?
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/18/12 03:51 AM

Originally Posted By: Brother Dave

Is 5degrees tough on all the scents & lures in my shed? Will it wreck urines and such?

It shouldn't hurt them but some may freeze if they don't have some kind of antifreeze in them
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/18/12 06:53 AM

BrotheDave- Ya should see what -60 does to things! lol much less a month of -40's...gotta love alaska at times..
Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/18/12 07:08 AM

it was supposed to be about -25 with wind chill this morning.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/18/12 07:16 AM

Yeah, I've been/lived lots of places in Alaska where 5 degrees F is considered pleasant winter weather. Here, it's the bottom of the spectrum.

Just got out from under the house. Jacuzzi drain was froze and had to thaw pipes. Good times.

If it hit -40 here, my place would be a wreck...grin.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/18/12 07:19 AM

It's 5 here and gusting 30mph. -20 windchill according to the calculator...
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/18/12 08:10 AM

I dislike wind, jus makes our cold weather blasted cold lol...used to it though on the machine, but jus working and being in the winds i do not get along with. We get wind here but not so often. But the Jacuzzi sounds nice. I want to find a cedar wood fired hot tub...but first i have to build a deck next summer, thinking a two stage deck should be nice. Add some lighting and a beer tray...Man almost wouldn't want to trap when its cold out there lol
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/18/12 08:35 AM

Yeah, sometimes it's nice to jump in the tub with a jug after a bone-chilling Rut hunt.

Most of our crap weather comes from S or SE, which my house is almost completely sheltered from. However, N or NE hits me pretty hard and that's what the last couple days have been.

Being on the water always adds an extra dimension to wind or cold...
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/18/12 08:46 AM

I bet it does, seems different for me to see pics of people out boating in January... i guess because the ice is prolly 3' thick and we been frozen over since October! lol plus i grew up in this ice box lol
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/18/12 04:57 PM

We get plenty of "Look at those fools", when I pull the skiff into the gas station at 7:00 in the morning in this sort of weather. It's even better on the way home and the boat looks just like an ice sculpture!
Lots of challenges in winter skiff trapping, like remembering to keep the lower unit in the water while your running sets, check to make sure the steering isn't frozen, BEFORE LEAVING THE RAMP, just little things that turn into big things this time of year.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/18/12 08:43 PM

These were out my window this morning and the other pic is upriver two more bends.




Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/18/12 08:50 PM

you live in a tree house? I would get nose bleeds there.. grin
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/19/12 01:37 AM

Takotna, thats cool. Some willow islands on the river are covered in moose, sometimes 6-8 moose in one area. Nice view from the window.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/19/12 04:57 AM

Wow, those are cool pics, Takotna.
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/19/12 04:58 AM

Do you anchor buddy, indian anchor, or what, when leaving the boat?
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/19/12 05:33 AM

When I check traps I first check to see what the tide is doing. If its going to be coming in when I am checking I just toss the anchor over right up at the waterline, running a longer line up the shore a ways in case I am there for a while and go check my traps. If it's outgoing I pretty much know which spots have a steep shore and which ones I have to be careful on. If it is good and steep with no big rocks I might just run up real quick and take a peek. Rarely do I have to indian anchor.
Posted By: mad_mike

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/19/12 07:37 AM

Oh yeah, what about the boat? Sometimes I have to bring someone to keep the boat offshore due to the tide going out or wave action. Indian anchoring doesn't work with a long shallow grade beach. I have thought about making a haul-out at a couple beaches.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/19/12 07:50 AM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
you live in a tree house? I would get nose bleeds there.. grin


You get a nose bleed every 28 days anyhow, so what's the big deal? grin
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/19/12 08:00 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Originally Posted By: Hupurest
you live in a tree house? I would get nose bleeds there.. grin


You get a nose bleed every 28 days anyhow, so what's the big deal? grin


Haha, that made my day!!!! Thanks Pawpincher!!!!
Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/19/12 08:11 AM

The anchor buddy works pretty well for me. I prefer it to the indian anchor setup most of the time. I usually double them up though, as a single strand has trouble holding my 20ft skiff in stiff wind. Also, if you pull hard enough on 'em, one end of the bungee can come undone, losing the ability to pull your boat back out. You can retie fairly easy.

http://www.gandermountain.com/modperl/pr...cID=GSHOP_33367
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/19/12 05:26 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Originally Posted By: Hupurest
you live in a tree house? I would get nose bleeds there.. grin


You get a nose bleed every 28 days anyhow, so what's the big deal? grin


nice to see you playing on the internet when cod season is now open... Should be out there jigging em up and filling that fish box fcol...
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/19/12 07:28 PM

Made it to +2 for 20 minutes yesterday then back to normal. Rumor is the big H's may move a few miles a day.
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/21/12 06:30 AM

Cool thing happened to me last night when I went out to check some sets. One set had snagged a rabbit that a cat had completely eaten except for the two front feet that were in the trap. I remade the set, left the remains and added another chunk of rabbit hanging in the tree. Went down the line fixing up a few more sets, on the way back about 40 minutes later I had a cat in that bunny set. Quickest turn around I've had. He was probably setting there licking his chops when I was fixing the set. Unfortunately didn't have my camera.

Cats have been driving me crazy this year
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/21/12 01:33 PM

Thats pretty Cool!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 01/21/12 05:15 PM

Blew 80 knots northerly yesterday near where I trap. Wonder if I have any flower pots left on trees. I can only imagine the drifts on the beach. UGGHH!
Now we have a winter storm watch.
Posted By: scotty

Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/22/12 01:48 AM

ok, got me a gold claim with a cabin on it!!!!! plenty of moose, wolf, etc..had a wolf kill just 1/3 mile from cabin!....

so, I want to plant a garden that will feed em and attract critters...

I'll have two bait stations for bear...so, was wondering what was good to plant for bear....cabbage?, etc....

What would moose eat? rye grass?
Posted By: SDAhunt

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/22/12 02:05 AM

I know moose destroy the broccoli around here so bad they opened up a controlled hunt the last few years to try to help the farmers
Posted By: nooksack

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/22/12 06:03 AM

Couple shots from this week.





Posted By: Brother Dave

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/22/12 06:10 AM

Nice pics man...
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/22/12 06:27 AM

Very nice Nooksack!
Posted By: mtbadger

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/22/12 05:28 PM

Beautiful pics Nooksack Thanks for sharing....
Posted By: spotter

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/22/12 06:02 PM

Nice pics Nook. How you been?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/22/12 09:19 PM

Nooksak:
Excellent photo's.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/22/12 10:42 PM

Nice Nook. Pretty country.
Posted By: nooksack

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/23/12 02:54 AM

Thanks guys, I really enjoy looking at everyone else's photo's so thought I would contribute.

Doing well Steve. Focusing on cats until Feb 15 end of season. Then I will go see if I can find some wolves. They have moved out of my area with the moose pop. being so low. The brown bear season and predator control are a little late, but better late then never. I don't recall the harvest number on the bears but it seemed pretty low to actually put a dent in the population in my opinion.

Len, was talking to Dan B today he used to trap a little bit in there where you are and said the wolves were pretty thick. Doesn't sound like they get trapped very hard. Is there someone trapping downstream from you?
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/23/12 03:12 AM

Downstream, Upstream North and South. Next year I am headed farther in . Too much competition close to town. A year to learn the country. ;0) Having fun however. There is plenty of moose where I am at. But I now have marten prep on my mind and it is pretty much taking most of my thought process to get geared up for my subspecies of marten.
Martes americana,(finickypaininthbuttous). Will see who comes out on top this year. Some new surprise for them.
Posted By: scotty

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/23/12 08:50 AM

Broccoli, I bet you I can just use a 4 wheeler and a railroad tie with 8in spikes in it to plow up the garden, throw the seeds out and flip the railroad tie over and drag it around...wonder what kind of grass bears eat...it should be legal to plant on your registered bear stand??? Or just plant a garden and don't worry about it?...don't want to 'bait' illegally...guess they might eat my cabbage? that would be easy...and legal, as far as you know...oh, oh, wonder if govt regulations have something about me having to have a 'fence' around it....
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/24/12 06:12 AM

Max sun dogs today. I'm thinking it will be a while before we see the plus side of the scale again.


Posted By: alaska viking

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/24/12 06:31 AM

That is awsome, UB!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/24/12 06:33 AM

Very cool picture UB!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/24/12 07:11 AM

Nice!
Posted By: nooksack

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/24/12 07:14 AM

Spectacular and cold looking.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/24/12 05:25 PM

Nice pic Bob!

I found a dozen #4 Newhouse on alaskalist in New shape not even set once! it was from a guy in Kenai think someone posted about these traps awhle back. bought all the #4s but he has several dozen #3s left and many other traps if anyone is interested, he is a good guy but no internet, so you have to call I got his # if anyone needs it.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/24/12 05:43 PM

Good find!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/24/12 07:41 PM

I've heard local lore say sun dogs in the morning means colder and sun dogs in the afternoon means warmer. Yesterday we had sun dogs to the max from sunrise to sunset which I think must mean something about global warming. Just looked at the long term and it says no above zero temps for another week.
Posted By: white17

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/24/12 08:00 PM

There is a discussion about the color of sun dogs and the arrangement of those colors being predictive of the weather. That discussion is found in Hunters of the Northern Forest, by Richard Nelson.

I have found it to be surprisingly accurate
Posted By: Kusko

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/24/12 08:05 PM

In the summer, the locals say a Sun Dog means there will be high winds in a few days.
Posted By: cweg94

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/25/12 12:39 AM

i feel stupid asking this but what is a sun dog? i was also wondering what the jaw width of a newhouse #3 is.
Posted By: white17

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/25/12 12:54 AM

Sun dogs are those semi-circular rainbows on either side of the sun.
Posted By: cweg94

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/25/12 01:17 AM

ok thank you. thats what i was thinking
Posted By: bearcat2

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/25/12 02:38 AM

Don't have one in front of me, but I'm pretty sure Newhouse #3's are exactly the same size as Blake&Lamb and Victor #3's, which are 5 1/2" outside jawspread (across the dog)
Posted By: On a Call

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/25/12 03:14 AM

Originally Posted By: scotty
Broccoli, I bet you I can just use a 4 wheeler and a railroad tie with 8in spikes in it to plow up the garden, throw the seeds out and flip the railroad tie over and drag it around...wonder what kind of grass bears eat...it should be legal to plant on your registered bear stand??? Or just plant a garden and don't worry about it?...don't want to 'bait' illegally...guess they might eat my cabbage? that would be easy...and legal, as far as you know...oh, oh, wonder if govt regulations have something about me having to have a 'fence' around it....


How about sugar beats ? Here the tops get ate durring the season and dug up durring the off season.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/25/12 07:29 PM

SunDogs picture courtesy of our son.

Posted By: nooksack

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/26/12 07:28 AM

Started my day educating some critters. The cats cheered me back up. The bump in temp got things moving and felt very nice also.







Posted By: otterman

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/26/12 07:35 AM

nooksack Glad it warmed up for you we are back down to no go temps I love the cold probably more than most but this is getting old frown
Posted By: Aknative

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/26/12 07:36 AM

Good looking cats!
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/26/12 07:38 AM

What do you think was in the second picture? Looks like it tore the place up pretty good. Nice kitties too!
Posted By: Sleepycreek4.5

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/26/12 07:42 AM

Whackin some cats!! Nice.
Posted By: takotna

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/26/12 07:43 AM

Nice going Nooksack!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/26/12 09:01 AM

Wow! Your wackin em.
Posted By: nooksack

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/26/12 03:54 PM

Hank that was a wolverine that stepped into a lynx set. The trap was a #4 jump and it held him for a while. I run twice a week but it still was too much time. He came from the wrong direction as there is a set for him less than 100 yds away.

Thanks guys.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/27/12 02:49 AM

Got another foot of snow. Glad I have a few flower pots out that will still fish in this stuff. Everything else must be dug out, again.
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/27/12 06:29 AM

Dang nooksack, I hope he comes back through! I hear ya AV, it started snowing as soon as I got home from my last check. I just dug all my sets out too. Oh well.
Posted By: AKJoeK

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/27/12 08:21 AM

MAN! Stop hoggin' all the cats! smile

Awesome, love seeing those things. Can't wait to connect on my first.
Posted By: HFT AK

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/27/12 08:53 AM

Nice kitty's!!! Hope you reconnect with the gulo!
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/28/12 05:35 AM

Nice catches Nooksack! Glad to see alls well here. I had to go to the big city and see the doctor, all went well so i am relived about that. 3 days in the city is enough for this village trapper lol. But yea -62 below here and prolly not going out this weekend :-(
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 01/30/12 06:29 AM

Nice pics Nooksack

here is a Fox eating a Ptarmigin I saw last trip out.
Posted By: nooksack

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/01/12 04:08 PM

Thanks Jeff, you always seem to have sunny days =)

Well here comes the warm wet weather to South Central. Going to miss the dry snow and good ice. Just hope these lows don't stall too long and I don't loose too much ice.
Posted By: TrapperDave

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/01/12 06:45 PM

Enjoyed the photos Nooksack!

I don't know if it is possible to educate cats. Been my experience that they keep coming back, even with missing toes!

Continued Good Luck on your Trap Line!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/02/12 05:32 PM

Just in case you all aint sick of Lynx picttres yet here is one I caught the other day.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/02/12 05:35 PM

That looks like a nice big tom!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/02/12 07:40 PM

YukonJeff/Nooksak:
Thanks for sharing the photos.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/03/12 01:01 AM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
YukonJeff/Nooksak:
Thanks for sharing the photos.


x2!!!
Posted By: travlinnorth

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/03/12 04:06 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
YukonJeff/Nooksak:
Thanks for sharing the photos.


x2!!!


x3!!!! smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/03/12 04:56 AM

Kusko:

How fast is your Internet connection ? good enough for videos ?
Posted By: Kusko

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/03/12 05:03 AM

Yes, as long as I can let them load and then view later.
Posted By: HFT AK

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/03/12 05:46 PM

Had the wierdest thing happen last night. I left my buddies house around 6pm in Clear. The temp was -2, hit the flats south of the Rex bridge and all of a sudden the windows fogged up, the temp had jumped to +35! From -35 to +35 in less then 48 hours! Crazy weather!
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/03/12 06:45 PM

We are -33 here this morning, tomorrow we are suppose to be 30 above
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/04/12 10:20 PM

We are at +32 with at least 80mph breezes. Broke two cables on my solar tracker and put me airborne when I went out to fix it. All the years out here and it finally blew our chimmeny cap off and it is somewhere between here and Pilot Point. Barometer is still falling so don't know how long the high winds will last.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/04/12 11:34 PM

Dang Ubob, thats some crazy wind. we had -40 this am and now we are snowing like crazy and 3 above!!! if not foggy, too cold or snowing...hasn't been a very productive year. Next prolly Rain and wind...
Posted By: Kusko

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/05/12 10:07 AM

Don't say the "R" word!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/05/12 04:38 PM

We had big wind on Friday, gusts at Eldred Rock 81 knots. Low and behold, yesterday was flat calm with sunshine!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/05/12 05:31 PM

Just read an article in the local rag that says winds where clocked Friday at the ski resort here at 133.49 mph!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/05/12 08:53 PM

AV:
Looks like my old Halibut hole at Eldred Rock had about the same winds as us. We had heavy rain that took about 1/2 the snow from the last blizzard and we are back to substained 55-60 with gust to at least 75mph. Getting old but at least the winds aren't as bad as yesterday.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/06/12 07:46 AM

Huppy,
This is why I don't jig for cod in the winter!!!

Chiniak Bay-Marmot Bay- 400 PM akst sun Feb 5 2012

...Gale Warning Monday and Monday night... .Tonight...Se wind 25 kt. Seas 10 ft. Rain showers and fog. .Mon...E wind 35 kt increasing to 45 kt by the afternoon. Seas 16 ft building to 22 ft by the afternoon. Rain. .Mon night...NE wind 45 kt increasing to 55 kt by late morning. Seas 22 ft building to 27 ft by late morning. Rain. .Tue...NE wind 55 kt. Seas 27 ft. .Wed...Se wind 25 kt. Seas 10 ft. .Thu...NE wind 30 kt. Seas 12 ft. .Fri...E wind 20 kt. Seas 7 ft.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/06/12 11:21 PM

I had to give my Bridger a hug after this one held by the fur on the bottom of the foot.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/06/12 11:27 PM

YJ, awesome catch.

AKPP,

you don't even have to jig in those little swells. just real em in.
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/06/12 11:51 PM

Nice toes on that one YJ!!
Posted By: cat catcher

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/07/12 12:41 AM

wow those are the nicest white toes on that one/
Posted By: rosscoak

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/07/12 03:10 AM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
Just read an article in the local rag that says winds where clocked Friday at the ski resort here at 133.49 mph!


Wow, eaglecerest is a ski resort!? That's debateable, but spose it would be a resort for someone from the arctic.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/07/12 04:23 AM

YJ

Was that a closed jaw trap?
Posted By: Kusko

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/07/12 04:26 AM

Nice toes on that one Jeff! As soon as I get some pictures from the pard, we have one like that too!

Oh and BTW, I pulled my fox line today. I have a surprise and my last fox of the year.

Here is number 70 for the year. The fox overall were in great shape this season.

Posted By: Aknative

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/07/12 04:47 AM

Wow 70 fox! Way to go!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/07/12 05:19 AM

Nice haul..
if you have lynx sets out you aint done catching fox.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/07/12 05:38 AM

Thanks...yah, I know it.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/07/12 06:07 AM

Why has the title of this thread changed?? The first few pages it is the almighty thread

Now it is a gold claim with a cabin on it. Wierd
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/07/12 06:09 AM

I saw that too Hup. Very weird.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/07/12 04:59 PM

I was wondering about that, too.
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: Got a gold claim with cabin on it...want garden - 02/07/12 05:09 PM

Somehow it started with a post on 1/21/12 by "Scotty".
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/07/12 05:30 PM

Lets see if this switches it back.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty AK'n Thread #5...fixed for morons - 02/07/12 05:55 PM

Annnnnd it's fixed.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/07/12 07:03 PM

Well went out yesterday on the line, the 440 i got ran fine. Nice driving. I had one a few years ago that had almost 11k miles and blew the block. So nice to get another 440. All the lynx sets and wolf posts were buried. Well came home with a martin anyways. Fiesty lil guy. Got a few more wolf posts in along their route. So well see what happens within the next couple days.





Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/07/12 07:06 PM

Also looking for a backrest for the rear of the seat for a 440lt. Place to tie on a backpack/gear. It ya know where to find one. please let me know if its for sale
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/12 08:11 PM

How many of you skin in the house? I have a fur shed, but it's wood heated. During this cold spell, it would take 2 hours to heat the darn thing so I started skinning in the boiler room again. It saves time and as long as everything is really clean when I get done, I don't get in trouble. Now that it's warm, I'm back to the shed. smile
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/12 08:30 PM

Nope. Built a shed so I didn't have to skin in the garage and hear about the smell all the time. Best thing I ever did. Stuck a monitor heater in there on one end that I keep at 48 to keep the shed above freezing and then when I get in I fire up the wood stove and it is hot in no time at all. Love that shed! Only issue is I wish I had built the ceiling higher than I did.

-TJ
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/12 08:35 PM

I could put a toyo in there, but that would mean hooking up electricity to it.
Posted By: rosscoak

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/12 09:18 PM

Kusko,
Have you looked into the efel oil stove that doesnt use power or a nordic stove??
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/12 09:28 PM

Yes, I have and may go that route, but I have LOTS of wood. I now have a cold storage so that could be a viable option. I didn't want keep heat in there all time as my critters stayed frozen nicely in the shed.

In reality, I really need a garage. I have accumulated so much gear and with the business, it's hard to keep it all organized.
Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/12 10:03 PM

Rafe, my shed has the small toyo, and all I did was run and extension cord to it. Made such a difference!!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/12 10:50 PM

I have an extension cord, but it's a hundred footer. Right now, I'm thinking BIG GARAGE...
Posted By: Trailblazersteve

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/08/12 11:48 PM

Kusko, it shouldn't take 2 hours to warm a shed with even the smallest wood stove. I built a 12x12 generator shed this summer and put a very small wood stove in it. When it's -30 plus it only takes 1/2 hour to get it 60-70 above. I would stay away from the drip stoves, they will take ALOT longer to bring the shed up to temp. Thats the reason I went with wood in the gen shed. We usually roll into the cabin around midnight and I can be powered up with in 45 min..
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/09/12 12:30 AM

You are right Steve, it shouldn't, BUT....when the stack goes from 5 inches to 3 inches....it doesn't really throw the heat like it should.

I would bet your woodshed has less ventilation than my skinning shed.... LOL!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/09/12 12:34 AM

Yup stay away from the drip stoves. I have a small Nordic stove good for a tent but when I stuck it in the new fur shed 12x20 it couldn't keep up never got above 60 even at 32 degrees. So I will be putting in a toyo this summer
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/09/12 04:52 AM

I skinned @ my dads for a few years. Then last fall i built a small skin shack out back. Way to small but insist if your building one thats gonna be small think 50% bigger! wish i woulda did that. lol very small but cheap to use. Powered with an extension cord, has ceiling lights, 3 windows and a door with a window. So lots light is a must. Toyo stove heated. Shoulda built way bigger, more like garage size with a wood stove. Car and sled is still cold....
Posted By: rosscoak

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/09/12 05:03 AM

Wouldnt a wood stove with a glass door or front raadiate more heat more efficiently into the room or shed versus a cast iron or all metal stove?? Seems to make thermodynamically sense to me or am I in left field.?
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/09/12 06:30 AM

Kusko,

Sounds like you have a great excuse to build a nice big shop/garage/fur shop! Go big and do it right the first time, with power, heat, and some running water. If you are going to have to sell it to the Red Fury, might as well go big!

-TJ
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/09/12 06:50 AM

That's right, heck I might as well put a toilet in it too just in case I'm sleeping in it.....

Go big or go home....right??

So....I need an addition to the house and a 2 and 1/2 car garage with a sink, toilet, and wet bar....

I should hire a pro skinner too....
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/09/12 05:30 PM

I abandoned my little 10'X12' shed this year for a new one that is 25'X31'. Way too many lights, running water, and a Toyo. 9 foot ceilings and plumbing roughed in for a urinal. Of course I had to claim the project as a garage to get the missus to go along with it, but heck, once the boat, skinning table, fleshing beam, traps, boxes, and what-have-you were in place, as well as a dedicated work area, well, there's just not enough room for her SUV! Of course one has to be diligent and crack open the Gusto and hit a mink gland once in a while to assure the boat won't get displaced with her vehicle. Guess I should have gone bigger, too!
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/09/12 06:34 PM

When I put the finishing touches on my "TRAPPING SHACK", I'll post pictures! We got it all enclosed, then the lack of funds "ended" the project. I didn't put the doors on, but it is going to be awesome. Gotta get the wiring in the walls, then insulate, then finish the inside. It will have a blaze king and a monitor stove in it. It will be done before snow flies next season! smile
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/09/12 09:36 PM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
That's right, heck I might as well put a toilet in it too just in case I'm sleeping in it.....

Go big or go home....right??

So....I need an addition to the house and a 2 and 1/2 car garage with a sink, toilet, and wet bar....

I should hire a pro skinner too....


Careful there Kusko you may unknowingly be building yourself a dog house. Mine keeps telling me to move a bed or a couch out to mine so she has a place to send me laugh Fortunately for me there isn't enough room for either of those items when the snogo is in it so I think I made it the perfect size smile
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/09/12 09:52 PM

I often think of how nice it would be to load my snogo inside the garage and then drive out, hook up to the sled and go.

While I'm at it, I should get the loan big enough for our 'line cabin too.....
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/09/12 10:05 PM

Now if you are master of your domain you skin in the house smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 05:10 AM

Before

after
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 05:25 AM

What did you do with the edible parts? jk Jeff lol!

Gotta love AK!

http://www.adn.com/2007/12/14/v-gallery2...tted-moose.html
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 05:38 AM

lol.. I figured the weight of that moose would of caved in the roof.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 06:46 AM

I think Jeff just puts this on a plate to take pictures.
He needs to post videos.

Jeff. What are those pieces on the plate?? Especially that upside down mushroom looking piece
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 06:57 AM

Thats right I am a food photorapher..lol

the "mushroom looking thing" is crunchy white goodness from right above the stomach not sure what its called but attached to the throat and sometimes is braided and cooked attached the head I didnt have room in the pot for the head frown

the brown glob on the right is liver makes a great spread on a cracker. kind of like a Patte

and the fish has the green skin is very good has a buttery flavor kind of like black Cod.

they must have them in the lakes around Anchorage catch one and try it you will be suprised.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 07:01 AM

Nice Catch, that means Deep Fry it :-)
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 07:22 AM

Those things scare me. I kick back in. I am afraid if I leave em out of the water too long they will walk off.

I haven't eaten one. And probably won't unless I am starving.
It seems the uglier the fish the better they taste. Ever see a monk fish? They are good but they ate hideous.

I was afraid that throat thing is what that was.
If you pay the shipping I will send you all the "good" parts from the reds I sooner this summer
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 07:51 AM

Pyloric caeca. About the nastiest part of the guts IMO. No disrespect YJ. The skin,liver, no problem. Grew up spearing them in winter and called them "lawyers". Was told it's because the [Please excuse my language... I'm an idiot]h0l is so close to the heart. Very nice white meat otherwise.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 08:04 AM

Thanks for the offer Hup but I dont care much for those dry old reds though.. they turn to sawdust in my mouth when I eat them.
and you can see in the pic the fish is trying to walk with those front fins..lol

and thats funny 3 fingers..lawyer fish I will have to remember that..lol

the elders here sometimes will tell a story to the kids while eating the boiled head the bones look like birds and things and go with the story.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 03:07 PM

3Fingers:
Never heard that one before but is now the best definition that I have ever heard for lawyers.
Posted By: Big finn

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 03:23 PM

The old burbot is known by many names lawyer is common around here.A couple of years ago while fishing a bay of lake superior there was a group of older guys sitting in a circle fishing smelt from my shack I could here them talking about the shupac they caught so I had to go look ,sure enough a burbot.Alot of people throw them on the ice around here and that a cryin shame.It took awhile for me to finnally take one home and try it.They all come home now there great.I dont eat the guts tho,maybe some day.
I caught lots thew the ice on chelatna lake in alaska.I had 5 tip ups and would put a dead herring on the bottom after dark and usually by the time I checked the last one the first one would be hooked up again.Amazing that threw three feet of snow and ice 50 feet of water and in the dark they still found the bait.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 04:27 PM

Also called the poor mans lobster. Boil up chunks of flesh and then dip in butter.

-TJ
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 04:44 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Also called the poor mans lobster. Boil up chunks of flesh and then dip in butter.

-TJ


we do the same thing with small butts. My favorite way to eat a butt. smile
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 04:59 PM

My dream has been to get outta the salmon guiding business. What a zoo! I always dream of being a Burbot guide. Put some lawn chairs up on the river bank. Cut some forked sticks for the fishing rods. Chuck some bait out on the river bottom. Build a little camp fire. Sit around in the lawn chairs drinking beer all day and occasionally pulling in a tasty burbot.

Peaceful, Relaxing, and some mighty fine eating fish! Well maybe someday?
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 05:13 PM

Originally Posted By: Dirt
My dream has been to get outta the salmon guiding business. What a zoo! I always dream of being a Burbot guide. Put some lawn chairs up on the river bank. Cut some forked sticks for the fishing rods. Chuck some bait out on the river bottom. Build a little camp fire. Sit around in the lawn chairs drinking beer all day and occasionally pulling in a tasty burbot.

Peaceful, Relaxing, and some mighty fine eating fish! Well maybe someday?


Sounds like catfishin.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 06:33 PM

Jeff, Is that first picture taken on your bed ???
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 07:17 PM

Yes I am so lazy I fish from bed.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 07:35 PM

LOL!! Thanks for the laugh. I needed that
Posted By: Drookit

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 09:41 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Also called the poor mans lobster. Boil up chunks of flesh and then dip in butter.

-TJ


Yep, good stuff.
Posted By: Drookit

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 09:45 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
lol.. I figured the weight of that moose would of caved in the roof.


Got lucky last night. Ok, well sort of. wink

Last fall, I didn't put the canoe up like I should have. Left it in the yard.

Last night, the motion sensor light in the back yard goes off about 11:00 and I look out to find a cow standing on the snow covered canoe. Great.

Looked at the canoe this morning and no damage. Sweet.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/12/12 11:31 PM

We have lots of burbot in many of our BC lakes, sometimes called ling cod after it's sea water cousin. What I do is hang them up by the head. cut around it with a sharp knife, then catch the skin with a pair pliers and pull it down towards the tail. Strips off very easily. Then I remove each side fillet and the belly. The side fillets are great because they lack the pin bones found in other fish.

Cut in chunks, dip in your favorite batter, then fry or deep fry. One of the best eating fresh water fish.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/13/12 05:49 AM

Trapper Ron, exactly how i take care of my burbot. Dip in chinese tempura, deep fry, remove, butter it, eat, have shot of favorite cold one :-)
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/12 05:29 AM

Pulled the last three cats of the season yesterday. Started to catch a lot of kittens the last week and a half. Hope that is a sign of a healthy pop. and at least another year or two before a crash here.




Got lucky here with the sibling in a snare behind the tree and mom got a pass.

Picked up this big ol tom on a post set.

Also found this little gem for $500
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/12 05:36 AM

Woo hoo!
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/12 05:39 AM

What year ? Good buy regardless.
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/12 03:56 PM

Manual says 93, the serial # is 92. I don't think it was ever ridden much at all. It has been sitting for the last 10 or so years under a shed roof.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/12 04:36 PM

Is that cat in a 14?
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/12 05:32 PM

Way to go Nooksack, pretty country. Nice deal on the tundra.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/12 07:29 PM

Nooksack:
Nice composition on the first photo. It says it all.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/12 08:23 PM

Nice catches there nooksack. smile

Very nice find on the Tundra. I would squirt a little oil in the cylinder, pull over slowly and let sit a bit before starting. I did that with two 86 models I had that were stored for 5 years. One started first pull and the other on the third pull. Depending how they were put away the carb may need to be cleaned. Easy to take off and do that if required.
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/12 10:15 PM

Viking, yes either a 14 or a 4 I have a few of both I use for cats.

Thanks Takotna, I prefer the ride of the tundra over the bravo although I doubt there is much difference. The bravo hitches are the best however.

Thanks Bob, kind of ridiculous the trouble I go to sometimes to try and get a good shot, but it is fun to look through the photos and remember all the places years down the road.

Ron that is what I did and also drained the gas tank and sucked out all the 2 cycle oil. Started on the third pull.

Does anyone know if there are after market carbides made to replace the stock wear bars?

Nice and clean under the cowling.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/12 10:26 PM

Wow, that thing is a beauty!
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/17/12 11:10 PM

Nooksack, that sled is nice and clean, but it looks tiny. Is it for your wife? Maybe it' just the pic or you've shrunk some since I saw you last, but I cant see you cruising around on that thing. LOL
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/18/12 02:45 AM

That is what I thought too Kusko after I washed off the dirt and lichen growing on it from sitting so long.

MP, The wife's machine is the 550 Trail in the pic. I sold my 550 summit and traded up to an 800 summit for the water skipping and overflow days and the tundra is the daily driver now. That thing fits me like a glove.... a child's glove =) The riding is a little hard on my back but getting it unstuck us much easier on my back and the mileage is great. I get places I never dreamed of on other sleds.
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/20/12 05:37 AM



Last one of the year, Closed down the marten line this weekend.

Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/20/12 06:18 AM

Nice! Hoping for one next check, continueing blank on today's check.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/20/12 07:08 AM

Nice Marten Marten!

Well, it looks like the bunnies crashed here. Areas that were covered with tracks in early fall are nearly devoid of them now and the trees aren't being gnawed on at all. I walked several miles today in good bunny habitat and didn't jump a hare. Seem to be plenty of dead deer and voles around so perhaps the fox numbers will be ok next year. Have you guys crashed yet in your neck of the woods?
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/23/12 08:20 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Have you guys crashed yet in your neck of the woods?


No bunnies out here but I did see a few deer today running my line. All but one looked very gaunt, you could see their ribs and they didn't want to leave the beach. They are going downhill fast, probably going to see a bunch of dead ones soon. Sucks.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/23/12 06:18 PM

Yep, I've been seeing quite a few dead ones and a lot of the bucks look real bad. We warmed up a bit and that seems to be helping. I have been told that the deer on the west side are doing much better though so it may not be a massive island wide die off as feared. Judging by the number of deer at the start of the winter compared to what we have now it looks like it could be approaching 25 to 30% mortality locally with another 25% or so looking pretty run down...
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/25/12 01:55 AM

I have been gettng a few marten sets out in our marginal habitat and picked up this nice XXL today
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/25/12 08:03 AM

c note on the seat!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/25/12 10:55 PM

My son in law is new to trapping and walked my snare lines with me earlier in the season. He finally got up the gumption to ask me to help him make some sets and catch some fur. Of course I said "You Betcha!". We went to a spot that I did well in last year but not good this year. I knew there were some foxes in there but the weather kicked my butt and I finally had to pull out before I caught anything. I showed him some likely spots and made a few sets and then turned him loose (with a little coaching). Again the weather conspired against us and he didn't get anything the first few checks. Then yesterday as he was headed out of the area he spotted a nice red sitting on a hillside and made a terrific shot on it with his .22 Maggie. Today we went back to pull the sets and he had his first official snared fox in a set he made. He is stoked and I have a trapping buddy!

First skinning job..


Rigging a drag...


Winter kill... This was covered with tracks when we found it but the foxes never came back to it...


First snared fox, big ol' grin...


Cloud 9...

Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/27/12 05:37 AM

Woo hoo!
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/27/12 05:45 AM

Awesome!! That one he is skinning looks like an absolute pig. I found 2 dead deer on the beach checking traps this weekend, a young one and a larger buck. Both were washed up on the beach and had been there for a little while. We are getting dumped on right now, so much for my otter sets until I can get back out to dig them out. Gotta love trapping up here! smile Always something.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/27/12 06:05 AM

We caught a break for the last few days and the snow pack is slowly diminishing. The second fox was as big but got soaked. He had that one on a drag and it traveled about 40 yards and tried to jump a creek. He came up short...
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/27/12 06:23 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher


The second fox was as big but got soaked.

If there is one thing I truly dislike it is when fox, yotes or wolves get soaked! They are a Pain to dry if you don't have a good heat source and skinning them wet is no fun at all. We have had a lot of wet snow this year and I have had so many fox get soaked bringing them home even when in plastic bags in side feed bag and then in action packers of course the action packers bottoms are pretty well worn
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/27/12 06:32 AM

Yes they are a pain! We ended up running it through the washing machine (delicate, cold) after skinning and then towel drying as best we could. The spin cycle helped a little.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/28/12 12:12 AM

Snow Chicken...It's what's for dinner.. tomorrow....

Spotted a couple of dozen ptarmigan while coming back from a 'scouting' excursion. They screwed up and let me get too close...over and over and over...lol!

Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/29/12 12:23 AM

The birds have been thick here this year people are getting tired of eating them.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 02/29/12 03:21 AM

Those are the first ones of the season for me. The deeper than usual snow pack seems to have pushed them a lot lower this year. We jumped some last week down almost at sea level, which is rare here. I made ptarmigan stew for supper tonight and it was pretty dang good!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/01/12 07:23 AM

those are tasty birds I put a sack full away in the fall when they are in the berries and ususly eat them twice a week all winter long if I can.

I ran my line yesterday and picked up another with white on the paws that makess four I caught like that this season

Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/01/12 07:34 AM

Nice pile!
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/01/12 07:53 AM

Nice pile of Kitty's! And Ptarmie's!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/01/12 08:03 AM

Nice pile Jeff.

I've only killed fall ptarmies once and if I could, I'd get them all. They are the BEST!
Posted By: AKHowler

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/01/12 11:09 AM

Good looking cats Yukonjeff.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/01/12 03:15 PM

Happened to catch one of my brides welfare cases in a full yawn. Are good looking teeth like that a sign of young age?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/01/12 04:57 PM

Could be. I think what we can NOT rely on is that bad looking teeth are a sign of old age.

Those are beauties.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/01/12 06:39 PM

Thanks guys.
and Bob even though you are not trapping this year you have some great captures!
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/01/12 06:53 PM

Yes very nice haul of lynx there Yukon. Good job. Where are you guys in Yukon at with your snowshoe hare cycle ???
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/01/12 06:57 PM

Nice job Jeff! You are The Cat Master! Beautiful fox pic Bob! If they get to be a problem around the homestead let me know!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/01/12 07:03 PM

Ron I am in Alaska (along the Yukon river) it seams we have bunnies but I dont see many at all I do catch a few in my sets. we have had a high lynx cycle for about 5 years now I expect it might crash soon. we dont seam to be on a 10 year cycle more like 20 year. four years ago I cought 80 lynx and the past two years 60 and this year I have 42 so far so it seams to be declining but I still have a month to trap yet so might make 60 yet.

lol.. Pawpincher smile
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/01/12 09:46 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Ron I am in Alaska (along the Yukon river) it seams we have bunnies but I dont see many at all I do catch a few in my sets. we have had a high lynx cycle for about 5 years now I expect it might crash soon. we dont seam to be on a 10 year cycle more like 20 year. four years ago I cought 80 lynx and the past two years 60 and this year I have 42 so far so it seams to be declining but I still have a month to trap yet so might make 60 yet.

lol.. Pawpincher smile


Dang and I new that. I seem to get you and yukon254 mixed up for whatever reason. blush

I have been reading here on this site that some places in Alaska the snow shoe have may have crashed already. Once your hare cycle crashes it is indicative of when ours will follow.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 07:28 AM

Finally got the right conditions to do some effective fox calling today. Called three stands, had two come in, none went out. A little redemption for missing a couple earlier in the year. One at 125 paused for a look back, head shot, and one at 40 running, shoulder shot. Using my new Rem 597 semi auto .22 Mag. Lovin' it already! 2 shots 2 kills!

#1 Bang Flop, Face plant



Nice Day!!


#2 Bang Flop Skid.


Blind hog with a couple of acorns...lol!
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 07:34 AM

Nice shootin! I miss having fox around to call.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 07:53 AM

I hear ya'! When I was stationed in Sitka I nearly went stir crazy not being able to go calling.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 07:56 AM

Woo hoo! Picked up a Henry lever 22 mag, what kind of rounds you using?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 08:15 AM

I tried several different rounds but found my gun really likes the 40 grain CCI Gamepoints. They hit hard and mushroom like a big game bullet- and are grouping really good for me. The exit holes on both of those were about the size of the end of your pinky. I used to shoot the Federal 30 grain TNT's in my old .22 Mag with good success but this gun doesn't like them much.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 09:34 AM

Nice shootin! I wanted to get into callin but its a lil late so been getting things for next year. Overwhites, decoy, calls, wanting a e-caller. I want to get the Ruger Bolt .17HMR Any pointers a new guy getting into calling.
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 09:43 AM

I have a ruger 77/17 and they are a good quality firearm. I used it on fox and it worked awesome. I would not hesitate to hit a cat with it.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 04:00 PM

Karrie and I were at the Festival of Native Arts at UAF last night.

We bumped into Otterman and the lovely and talented Fish Boss selling their "fine, fancy, fur" products in the craft section!

Fairbanks T-man people, you should come out tonight. The dance performances are free and a lot of fun! Native friends from all over Alaska are dancing and it's great!

Workshops during the day. Evening dances start at 6:30 pm again tonight.

Pete
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 04:20 PM

Pete was good to see you wish we had more time sorry about that my fault!
Yup like Pete said a good time up on the campus come up and see us this evening
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 04:45 PM

Looking at YOU is my duty.

Leering at the multitude of young Yu'pik lovelies in attendance (including the one sitting at your table....!) is a pleasure!

wink
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 05:41 PM

Originally Posted By: yukontrapper
Nice shootin! I wanted to get into callin but its a lil late so been getting things for next year. Overwhites, decoy, calls, wanting a e-caller. I want to get the Ruger Bolt .17HMR Any pointers a new guy getting into calling.


Lot's to think about when you set up. Play the wind by setting up in an area where you have good vis down wind and set your caller cross wind from you. You need to be able to see the caller when you set up! Often times they will run in and stick their nose in the caller. The second one that came in yesterday came in in less than 30 seconds and ran right to the caller. I waited for it to stop but it never did, it just wheeled around and headed back out. I shot it about 10 ft. from the caller. Camo is always good but having something behind you to break up your silhouette is very important. Try different prey sounds and species specific distress sounds and don't be afraid to try different things. You never know what secret weapon you will find! Once you find what works for you stick with it until it doesn't work anymore. Don't over call your areas. I call each of my stands no more than twice a year and usually only once. Most importantly be patient and persistent. Call each stand at least a half hour and don't get discouraged. I had about 15 blank stands before having some luck yesterday. That's just the way it is. Lastly go to Predatormasters or one of the other forums and also read everything you can on the subject. Pic below is where #2 stopped and turned at the e-caller.

Fox ran in and stepped over the alder branch at the caller and then pivoted and headed out. Had to make the running shot. I usually set the caller between 25 and 50 yds. out depending on the thickness of the cover. Thicker = closer!



This is what I look for, but every stand is a little different. Fox is dead in middle of pic, e- caller is just to his right. I have a little elevation, wind is from right to left and fox came in from trees on the left.


Posted By: Outdoors_Man

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 07:59 PM

Where do you guys usually shoot predators? in the chest or the head?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 08:17 PM

akpawpincher:
Great photos and good write up on calling. For some reason fox were always the toughest for me to call because I think my major problem was overdoing the volume because I am somewhere between deaf and really deaf. I always position the speaker at least 50 yards from me and with any kind of wind I couldn't hear the caller. The other thing I found to be very important is any sounds you make getting to the call sites. If you use a heavily muffled ATV like mine or worse yet snowmachine you can bet it they can hear your caller they heard what you got in with. Even snowshoes in no wind conditons can be tough. Spent a lot of hours with a cold rear setting in snow banks but it really warms you up to get them to sniff the speaker.
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/03/12 11:22 PM

AKP:

Is your 597 the LSHB model ? Is that the only 597 in 22 mag ? I was wanting a stainless composite, but don't think it comes in that. Thought maybe you already researched it.

Thanks
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/04/12 01:19 AM

Thanks for the pointers akpawpincher. I'll do that. Best I read as much as i can on it.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/04/12 07:03 AM

Originally Posted By: Outdoors_Man
Where do you guys usually shoot predators? in the chest or the head?


I prefer a shoulder shot on a broadside target, behind the shoulder on one angled away and a center chest shot on one facing me. Bigger target area. The one I head shot was angled away sharply, slightly uphill looking back over its shoulder. At that angle and distance I put the cross hairs on top of its head and cut loose.

Bob,
It's funny you should bring up volume. That is the one variable that gives me the greatest trouble. I always start out low and work up if nothing shows in the first ten minutes or so, but it's hard to know how loud is too loud or how low to back it off to and when. The animals react differently too. Some will come running in and stick there head in the speaker or jump in your lap when you are at max and others run the other way. Some run right in when the volume is low while others get suspicious and hang up. I guess that's just part of the challenge that makes it so rewarding when it works out.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/04/12 07:21 AM

Originally Posted By: piperniner
AKP:

Is your 597 the LSHB model ? Is that the only 597 in 22 mag ? I was wanting a stainless composite, but don't think it comes in that. Thought maybe you already researched it.

Thanks


I got the sporter model. I was looking hard at the LSHB but would have had to order one through the local sports shop for more than I wanted to pay (or pay to have them receive one for me). I ended up ordering the sporter through Walmart for about 140 cheaper than I could get the LSHB. I did some recommended mods to mine to get the most out of it. I replaced the hammer and ejector with Volquartsen aftermarket replacements. The hammer replacement lightened the trigger pull to around 2 lbs. and the ejector was preventative. I also free floated the barrel, bedded the lugs, and finally polished the guide rods and bolt. I can squeeze 1 inch groups out of it at 100 yds. The only .22 mag models I'm aware of are the LSHB and sporter. Go to the rimfire central forum before you buy one. Some of these rifles have issues, but once they are tuned they are unbeatable.
http://www.rimfirecentral.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=218
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/04/12 06:09 PM

Thanks much AKP - Great info.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/12 04:33 AM

Just noticed today a couple ptarmigan are starting to turn. Maybe we will actually get a spring this year.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/12 04:48 AM

That first one is quite a ways along already. They won't be turning here for
a few weeks yet.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/12 07:33 AM

SJ:
Must be a light period thing as we sure haven't had much here to indicate a season change.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/12 02:03 PM

Maybe they already switched over to daylight saving time. smile
Zero and clear sky here this morning.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/12 02:33 PM

Spec:
Was down to zero earlier but wind switched to SW and its +13 now with a beautiful moon and a clear star studded sky but no Northern Lights. The Northern Lights site says maybe tonight. Long range says cold temps for a week so maybe a mail run might happen.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/09/12 03:24 PM

Nice to see the sun for a change. Thanks for the heads up, will have to
do a sky check tonight.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/12/12 07:34 AM

Nice pics Bob! I think they are prettier when they are just starting to turn back to their summer wardrobe.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/12/12 04:25 PM

This eagle made several attempted dives in the water for ducks yesterday and our -30 windchills iced him up quick. The ducks adapted and now only feed or rest on the edge of the ice so they can duck (no pun intended) under it.


Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/12/12 04:40 PM

Bob seeing the fish ducks reminded me of the one I saw the other day it was sitting a mile off the river on top of a beaver house for some weird reason when I pulled up he woke up and took off before I could get the camera out nearest open water was well over a mile away but we do see them here all winter
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/12/12 06:21 PM

Otterman:
The eagle must of gotten a piece of one because after I took a photo of the Mergansers there was fresh blood on the ice.
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/12/12 09:54 PM

There has been an eagle here that has been hitting the mallards pretty good. It was going after the divers but finally it figured out that the mallards will come straght up off the water and don't fly nearly as fast.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/12/12 11:21 PM

Shot a Merganser once on accident when duck hunting. Sent the dog out after it and it went up, sniffed it, and then came back. She REFUSED to pick it up and bring it back. Must have known it was a S**T duck.

-TJ
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/13/12 12:56 AM

I've eaten merganser a couple of times and thought it was fine,,but I was very much in the need of vittles at the time.
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/13/12 02:03 AM

Had a good minus yesterday so we headed to the beach for some clams. Lots of die off from the cold temps and low tides but did find enough to keep us busy cleaning for a few hours. It was quiet, not another person on the beach.

Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/13/12 02:07 AM

Originally Posted By: nooksack
Had a good minus yesterday so we headed to the beach for some clams. Lots of die off from the cold temps and low tides but did find enough to keep us busy cleaning for a few hours. It was quiet, not another person on the beach.



If you had some warm, balmy breezes and a few palm trees on your beach, it would have probably been more crowded!
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/13/12 05:49 AM

A true die hard for sure! Nice!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/13/12 07:04 PM

Still whackin' and stackin'. Our fox are still looking good for the most part, only one rubbed out of the last 14. 2 crosses from the last couple of days of calling.





Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/13/12 07:15 PM

Originally Posted By: watarrat
I've eaten merganser a couple of times and thought it was fine,,but I was very much in the need of vittles at the time.


Funny. A buddy of mine in SE would keep shooting them and feed them to his little kids. I guess after eating those, eating veggies was no big deal for them.... smile

-TJ
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/13/12 07:24 PM

Are they stinking pretty bad AKPP?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/13/12 07:37 PM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
Are they stinking pretty bad AKPP?


O yeah! Definitely the breeding season. The dog in the bottom picture revealed himself by territorial barking and I suckered him in to about 40 yds with some fox pro mojo. When I shot he dropped and slid about 25 yds into a shallow ravine and peed a trail the whole way. Stunk up the whole valley. I skinned him right there and gave him a thorough snow bath. My hands still smell 'foxy' lol!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/13/12 07:41 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Shot a Merganser once on accident when duck hunting. Sent the dog out after it and it went up, sniffed it, and then came back. She REFUSED to pick it up and bring it back. Must have known it was a S**T duck.

-TJ


I like to shoot them anytime possible. they don't count against your limit of "regular" ducks, and you save a whole lot of salmon by shooting them...
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/13/12 07:51 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Originally Posted By: watarrat
I've eaten merganser a couple of times and thought it was fine,,but I was very much in the need of vittles at the time.


Funny. A buddy of mine in SE would keep shooting them and feed them to his little kids. I guess after eating those, eating veggies was no big deal for them.... smile

-TJ


eek Gross!
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/13/12 08:51 PM

Our season for lynx, fox, and marten closed the end of last month. Wolf and Wolverine is open yet. We caught a lynx in a wolverine set. Still had real nice hair on its back and belly. Have to turn it in to the state as a incidental. Wish it was open a couple more weeks. I noticed that in the years prior marten and lynx had pretty nice fur still when we caught them in wolverine sets. Be fun to do some calling on these nice sunny days. Instead of when its blasted cold out there.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/14/12 06:10 PM

AKPP:
Nice shots. I was watching one the same coloration yesterday that would stop about every 30 yards and bark and pee. There is no doubt what is happening when you are down wind of them.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/15/12 06:25 AM

I haven't found any paired up yet but it won't be long. Usually by this time of year I'm done because a lot of them start looking pretty rough. I probably wrap it up next week regardless, they are getting pretty sparse. Sure have a lot of fat on them. Must have been making a good living on winter kill!
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/15/12 06:54 AM

Lots of dead deer to munch on. I have been seeing less and less deer on the beaches as the weeks go by.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/15/12 07:04 AM

The dieing seems to have slowed down here a little. I saw a fresh dead one yesterday but generally the survivors seem to be doing ok. Still a bunch of deer around so if we don't get another bad snow storm we should be in pretty good shape. This is our third snowiest year on record and what has made it worse is that it hasn't melted between snows as usual. On a happy note I have been finding more bunnies than what it was looking like a month or so ago. It's kind of weird though. Some places where there are typically tons of them have very few, while other areas a few miles away are still holding lots. Maybe this isn't our big crash year after all.
Posted By: Tradbow1

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/15/12 10:18 AM

Hank, the 17 is a great cat round! it did well on mine along with a yote. Stay away from skulls and shoulderblades!

I have the savage bvss...I did freeze up a few times now. Cleaned the bolt out good hopefully remedied that. The things a tack driver! i'm using the 17gr vmax..have been told to stay away from the 20's.

Also have a 6ppc I havent put to good use yet, and unfortunatly with the sled dead I probably wont get the chance this year.

I noticed the same thing in the interior that last day I was out calling..lots of marking lots of movement. Was out looking for cats and was covered up in dog sign. I did also notice the hares have almost all but vanished in the area I've been trapping and in my calling spots. Gonna have to put miles on next year if I am correct.

you can keep those clams yuck LOL! Looks like fun though!
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/15/12 12:23 PM

When I was calling fox I also used the 17vmax with good results. However I have had problems with them on otter, so I switched to the 20gr hp and they work a lot better on the tough otters we have around here. My ruger is going to get some work done to it this summer. The saltwater has not been kind to my poor blued baby. It is still accurate as all get out though.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/15/12 05:46 PM

I went back to a .22 mag from my .17 for a couple of reasons. I had two foxes get away that I drilled with the .17 and I have never lost one that I hit solid with a .22 mag. Also, I missed several on the first shot as they were running with my bolt action .17 and could have probably taken them out with a semi auto. I bought a new .22 mag semi auto this year because I really hated the trigger on my old one. The trigger on my new Remington is breaking at about 2 lb. which is like heaven for me and H E double hockey sticks for the foxes. But I still love my .17 and it will be my beat around the bushes bunny slayer, and I wouldn't hesitate to draw down on another fox with it. Heart/ lung only though!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/15/12 05:53 PM

I took this photo this am, with my phone....

Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/15/12 05:54 PM

Nice pic Hup! Snowing again here...
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/15/12 06:33 PM

Hup:
Nice photo. Got the record yet?
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/15/12 06:49 PM

UB,
we are real close i guess. I went to bed before the news last night, so not sure.
Posted By: r dubya

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/15/12 09:57 PM

Originally Posted By: nooksack
Had a good minus yesterday so we headed to the beach for some clams. Lots of die off from the cold temps and low tides but did find enough to keep us busy cleaning for a few hours. It was quiet, not another person on the beach.



Nice size clams, was this just south of Deep Creek? I saw some one was parked at the top of the hill.
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/16/12 06:50 AM

If you saw a dodge with a lumber rack it was us.
Posted By: r dubya

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/12 01:46 AM

When you were at the top of the hill and looked north across Deep Creek.
You saw our little red roof..small world, nice clams, good walk.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/12 04:21 AM

I let my GF clean skin my otter (I caught in a cat set)..she did a great job with no fat or holes and no fleshing after.
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/12 04:31 AM

How much to loan her out Jeff? I have tried clean skinning my otter and I can't get the hang of it.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/12 04:36 AM

She is indespensable to me she does all the paperwork and tags all the fur and writes the checks does dishes and is a great cook I lucked out there smile
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/12 04:49 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
is a great cook


I imagine she is we have not been seeing "jeff's nightly dinner" very often anymore grin
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/12 04:55 AM

Now I still do, and always will cook my all time favorites...I just dont post as much..lol
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/12 06:11 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
She does dishes


So, she throws away the paper plate for you? grin
Posted By: Tradbow1

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/17/12 06:27 AM

bells will be ringing....... wink
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/12 12:43 AM

Was some great stuff at the Fairbanks trapping seminar today.
All sessions were very informative and held something for everyone.

I was fascinated with Mark Johnson and his
Setting up Your Snow-Go - Mike Johnson

This guy is 71 and just a go getter. Runs a 800 skidoo swt and it is setup! He pulls three sleds. Quite an operation. I will ask permission to post some photos. Very fun.

Predator Calling – Rick Kinmon This guy knows his stuff about calling and produces. Everything from Fox,coyotes, lynx, wolverine and Wolves. Got some tips that should be fun if I ever find the time.

Dean Wilson was of course very informative and had a new snowmobile jack that was affordable and looked indispensable for larger snowmobiles.
Even Dave Bruss AKA Wolverinebait was, as always very informative.

Picked up some snare ideas from - Mark Schlenker with his session on Advanced Snare Sets. He is a 7/64 1/19 man on wolves and had some good setups to share.
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/12 01:44 AM

Well - we know you never sleep - so get all that good stuff posted.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/12 02:27 AM

My complements to your cook on the beautifully clean skinned otter there Jeff. Been a long time since I seen one clean skinned. A buddy of mine used to clean skin all his otter like that. Most otter now are rough skin and beam fleshed, or rough skin and reskin on the board.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/12 03:00 AM

Thanks Ron..all the otter,beaver and mink from this erea are clean skinned usualy by the women of the house,and they do a perfect job most every time.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/12 05:31 PM

I have cleaned skinned quite a few otter. But they were all skinned like a beaver in the day I was tanning them. Man I can't imagine clean skinning them cased. Nice job.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/18/12 09:59 PM

Would have loved to go the seminars, but I'm not gifted with FT's stamina and have to sleep a bit after getting off work at 7am. Hope they do the seminars next year, my schedule might change.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/12 03:31 PM

Yippee! up to +10 yesterday with sunshine. Two more days and the forecast says +25. Took this shot of the Goldeneyes yesterday. Should have more waterfowl shortly. Swans usually here by next week but don't know about this winter.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/12 04:11 PM

Ubob-can't wait till the geese come back :-) gonna be fun.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/12 04:15 PM

-20 here again I bet you don't see swans till April 7th at least Bob
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/12 06:09 PM

We are covered up with waterfowl here right now. I saw more Canadian geese yesterday than I have ever seen here before. By the time the subsistence season opens most of them will be long gone. We feed 'em U whack 'em! smile
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/12 06:38 PM

Thanks APP, i appreciate it. I really enjoy Speckle Hunting. Gonna be a fun spring. Jus another month to wait. My favorite time of year to go play, super warm days geese are gliding in. Bang! Soup for the Pot. Can't beat that :-)
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/12 06:59 PM

Otterman:
I'm beginning to belive if anything April 7th may be early. Seems like no end to this winter.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/12 08:03 PM

So I went out to do a little scouting yesterday (my explanation for taking my gun on a really long unproductive walk), and as I rounded a bend in the creek, about 25 yd away I see this massive brown thing standing in the water with its front end submerged in an alder bush on the bank. After the initial valve check I realized it was just a massive bull bison out on a walk about. He was a long ways from where he was supposed to be... By the time I fished the camera out of my pack he had walked a good 50 yards further, but you get the idea...





Gotta love Kodiak!
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/12 08:27 PM

Bet ya had an oh shat moment there! Now thats pretty cool! Last year Buddies, brother, and dad went out and got a spring brown bear north of here. There was 3 other bruins out at the time but the creeks started running so they got a free pass. I am hoping to get out this spring and find one. Be something else to Tag one.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/12 09:07 PM

Which of the members here do the forest fire fighting ?
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/12 11:24 PM

Any thoughts about running in closer for a better photograph ?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/12 11:43 PM

Originally Posted By: On a Call
Any thoughts about running in closer for a better photograph ?


No.

I called in a herd one time (fox calling) with nothing between me and a couple of dozen irate cows but a scrawny spruce tree. I had to fire a couple of warning shots in the air to get them to disperse so I could high tail it to the truck. Generally they are pretty peaceable but I have seen what happens when they get riled.

First thoughts were.. Big bear.. too close... crap... Then the light went on... Big bull... close enough... get the camera... crap, he is headed the same direction I want to go... let him get out in front a ways.
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/20/12 11:55 PM

Yeah my knowledge is they seem gentle enough but are worse than a pee-o'd off bull cow.

That is why I asked if it crossed your mind to give a chase. Looked like a nice bull too.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/12 12:01 AM

Yeppers, He's a real nice bull, definitely trophy material. There are two herds here that free range and the big bulls seem to range out a lot farther. Once he winded me he started putting some distance between us and I was good with that! smile
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/12 12:28 AM

Originally Posted By: canvasback
Which of the members here do the forest fire fighting ?


I have been known to do that a bit.

Pete
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/12 01:31 AM

I also used to go to an ocasional fire...until I smartened up smile
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/12 02:15 AM

HEy Canvasback, Whenn I was in about 8th grade I was going to be a smoke jumper. Then I grew a brain, Does that count? laugh
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/12 01:40 PM

Ok, here is the question:


Example:


You own property on both sides of a currently in use railroad track. Farm field on one side and all woods and mountains on the other side of the track.

To get to your property on the other side of the tracks, there is a railroad crossing that you have and other property owners along that stretch of track have also.

Last year, the railroad that owns that track decided to PARK!! a line of railroad cars spanning the length of over 10 continuous properties so that they could not gain access to their individual properties on the other side of the tracks. The crossings were also blocked.

What makes this really bad, is that the woods in those hills across the tracks have burned in the past (Forest fires ) . With the train tracks being blocked, no access for fire fighters would be available in the event that a fire were to happen, or if someone got hurt in those woods and emergency crews were needed to get the person out.


So, what to do? Does a Railroad have the right to block access to a person's land that they never in the past did before ? Why pay Property Taxes on land that you are prevented access to ?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/12 02:02 PM

I suspect that the crossing is a ROW or an easement. I'd bet they can't legally block your access to your property whether there's a fire or not. If they could, it essentially is an illegal 'taking' of your private property. Just like the feds with wetlands.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/12 02:08 PM

Have you guys called them and told them the problem? Looks to me like 10
torqued off landowners standing in you office would get someone's attention.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/12 02:34 PM

Asking AK guys what to do in case of a wildland fire you can't drive to, is not going to get you answers that will be practical in NY. It's the norm here, so we deal with it all the time. My guess is that you don't have the aerial resources we do.

I would also suspect that the RR is on a ROW and that they have the right to park their trains there.

But as Spek says, they might be interested in "doing the right thing" for their neighbors, just to avoid having 10 torqued landowners standing in their front office. It would seem that they might compromise by unhooking a couple of cars and leaving a gap at the crossing.

You might start by reading the small print in your deed regarding use of the crossing.
Posted By: Boco

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/12 09:40 PM

Who pays for the crossing the railway or are the landowners billed?
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/21/12 09:58 PM

It would be my thought that the crossing has some sort of legality as well as the access road. You might pursue that.

As far as fire goes here in BC they would be given very short notice to make available access. The initial attack situation would be from air resources probably in any case with follow up of initial attack crews from helicopter until access were made available. We also have agreements in place with railroads relative to wildfire control.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/22/12 01:27 AM

Got this in my email today. Nothing gory but a dead marten. Man there is all kinds of gory things on youtube and the flag mine due to users complaints I guess. Anti's You have to now have a log in to view.

Regarding your account: lfabich

The YouTube Community has flagged one or more of your videos as inappropriate. Once a video is flagged, it is reviewed by the YouTube Team against our Community Guidelines. Upon review, we have determined that the following video(s) contain content that may not be suitable for all viewers:

Marten Trapping Snippet

As a result, we have age-restricted this content.

For more information on YouTube's Community Guidelines and how they are enforced, please visit the help center http://www.google.com/support/youtube/bin/answer.py?answer=92486.

Sincerely,
The YouTube Team
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/22/12 01:56 AM

I've got one about a month ago regarding a trapping video that had no gore in it at all just an otter in a 330
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/12 03:41 AM

Just about ready to call it a season but the critters still look pretty good. Picked these two up yesterday... Will wrap it up this weekend...maybe....

poofy red...


one eyed cross...
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/12 04:10 AM

pawpincher the fox have really held their fur well this year. Closed down the last my sets today with 5 more one was rubbed a bit but not bad
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/12 04:38 AM

I'm usually all done by the end of Feb, but most of these guys are still looking great. I called in a cross the other day that had a rat tail so he got a pass and I saw a red by Swampy acres a few days ago that was starting to rub so I don't have much longer.

This pretty girl was immaculate...

Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/12 05:20 AM

Here are two on the boards I picked up in lynx sets yesterday and a couple others from last week..they still look decent a little thin in the shoulders and butt but not bad.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/12 01:15 PM

Can't believe it. First Swans showed up yesterday morning when it was -5. They must of known this warm front that just hit was coming as its +29 now.
Posted By: Tradbow1

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/12 01:17 PM

had a pair of mallards flying in banks 2 nights ago heading in for our cooling ponds....hit -20
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/23/12 01:21 PM

LUNCH!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 03/24/12 09:34 PM

YJ,
They do still look pretty good! I usually pick up a few like that even during the early season. I pulled the last few snares I had left out today. Spring has sprung here and this place is going to turn into a 4 foot deep slush puddle in a day or two. I'm ready for the snow to go away and the fish to start now.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/01/12 04:51 PM

Anyone know how much Crude Oil and Natural Gas Alaska produces each day and how much of that is actually consumed in Alaska ?
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/01/12 08:45 PM

Good Question CB, i have no idea...
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/01/12 09:46 PM

I am wondering if, and I know it's a BIG IF !! but if they end up bringing Natural Gas powered cars to a broader production , would it be cheaper to run vehicles up there on Natural Gas . This would be assuming that the Government gave some incentive to purchase a home Natural Gas refueling station. At the cost that I see regular gas going for up there, it would seem to be a good idea in areas that have gas piped into their homes.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/12 02:34 AM

We have several trillion cubic feet of Natural Gas here. Our distribution system is- and probably always will be- our Achilles heel. Natural gas is piped in /available in some communities now though.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/12 05:03 AM

Southeast has no NG infrastructure. Either way we won't benefit. However, we do have some hydro for electricity.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/12 04:54 PM

CB,
The natural gas produced has mainly gone to the heating and electric generation for ANC area, mat-su, kenai.
They have been adding to the delivery system, someday Spek might be able to hook up to a fnacy nat gas heater.

There has also been export of LNG to japan / asia. the contract expired, but after the tsunami they started delivering again. I seem to recall that they inked another LNG contract, but not 100% sure.

Our nat gas is high priced. For some reason we don't realize the henry hub pricing here..... the evil companies get a higher price, stupid regulators....

they also are going to start having natural gas storage in an old well down in Kenai. Pump in the gas in the summer when demand is low, so that we have it in the winter when it is in high demand. It will help to reduce the needle peak and excess demand pricing costs.

AKPP said that the system is a "sore spot". It kind of is. Because electric generation uses nat gas and so does 99% of all heating in the area, when it is very cold out, and people are using gas and electric like crazy, the system is at about 99% capacity. Demand and # of consumers has increased, and the delivery system is nearing its max output point.

It is possible that with one small problem on a very cold streak, that residents will be asked to conserve, so that demand can be met and electric can still be generated.

What would be beneficial would be a gas line from the north slope to valdez where they could export LNG...
off that spurs to Fbks, so they can stop ruining the environment with wood stoves, and having to truck LNG from Anc, or use diesel for electric gen,
and then a spur line to Anc.

If the gov't and hippies would stop obstructing gas production and exploration in cook inlet, we would have more gas...

I hate hippies...
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/12 04:56 PM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
Southeast has no NG infrastructure. Either way we won't benefit. However, we do have some hydro for electricity.


Some??? lol.....

juneau is going to have the cheapest electric rates in the state and cheaper than most of the country for the next 30-50 years.....

and it is all renewable, clean power..........

(funny thing is that Hippies(which i hate) are all for green power, until their rates go up 2 cents a kWh. then they cry)
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/12 05:00 PM

The hippies love hydro in SE, but they fight tooth and nail to keep from building interties to connect all the towns in SE to it. Would rather have all the towns run expensive deseil generators instead of allowing them to run transmittion lines. Total BS.

-TJ
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/12 05:38 PM

TJ,

you didn't get the literally crying on phone calls and emails from angry hippies for 6 months because their electric rate was going to go up 2 cents a kWh..... because they built a new dam.....
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/12 06:24 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
TJ,

you didn't get the literally crying on phone calls and emails from angry hippies for 6 months because their electric rate was going to go up 2 cents a kWh..... because they built a new dam.....

Lets not forget how much the cried when they lost there hydro for a short time, a few yrs ago due to an avalanche!
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/12 08:24 PM

Peace brothers - your going to make me feel bad about my pony tail.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/12 08:55 PM

The term "Pony tail" applies only to women. On men it's referred to as
a "horse's tail".

laugh
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/12 09:03 PM

I have been called something that sounds similar before . Although I am not apologizing , I do stand corrected.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/12 09:18 PM

LOL. (sorry, couldn't resist). smile
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/02/12 09:53 PM

Not one to leave things well enough alone, I camo'd my new .22 mag. Just a quicky with Krylon, but it looks about like I wanted it to...





That's one of our bearded dragons in the bottom left of the first pic (in case you were wondering). He's out patrolling.
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/03/12 12:53 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Not one to leave things well enough alone, I camo'd my new .22 mag. Just a quicky with Krylon, but it looks about like I wanted it to...





That's one of our bearded dragons in the bottom left of the first pic (in case you were wondering). He's out patrolling.


Looks good.

The deer have begun crashing here. We found 3 dead ones right nearby the hatchery. I have been seeing them every day up until about a week ago and feared the worst......I would expect to see a lower limit on the deer next season. Not good one bit.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/03/12 01:07 AM

That's too bad Hank. I'm still finding fresh dead ones too, but the weather has moderated a little. The snow is real soft since the warm up and still thigh deep in the drainages and north slopes which seems to be enough to finish off the weakest ones. A few more weeks without a new snow storm would save a bunch. The eagles are eating well.
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/03/12 01:11 AM

These ones we had been watching weren't traveling far either. Most times they were sleeping right on the beach. 2 of them died a while ago but the third was fairly fresh. The meat is still red. Should be lots of critters around next year with all the food they will be getting.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/03/12 01:23 AM

I watched a fresh one last week for about an hour hoping to catch a fox working it but didn't get lucky. A half dozen eagles and a dozen or so magpies and ravens were having a feast though. The foxes here should have some nice big litters. Bear season just opened and it shouldn't be too long before at least some come down to feed- even with the deep snow pack.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/03/12 05:18 AM

More sad news, but at least the family will be able to lay her to rest properly...

http://www.adn.com/2012/04/02/2403943/police-fbi-plan-koenig-news-conference.html
Posted By: FishinHank

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/03/12 05:22 AM

Bad bad deal. I saw the signs all over anchorage that they were talking about.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/03/12 05:36 PM

That's too bad. I was really hoping she was alive somewhere.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/12 01:55 AM

This is the wolverine collection that we bought this season.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/12 02:59 AM

You sure have some beauts! Congrats Jeff, that's awesome!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/12 03:32 AM

Thanks but I "bought" these smile
Hey is that a Iguana in the pic of your fur above?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/12 07:58 AM

Sorry Jeff, I missed the 'bought' part. Still beautiful animals. That's a bearded dragon (Sparky). We have two of them, one male ad one female. We take out of their tank and put them in front of the sliding glass door on warm days to catch some rays. Once they warm up they like to check things out around the house. Sparky is the traveler of the two. He gets into about everything. The other one Lenny (named after Lenny Kravits when we thought it was a he) is older and doesn't run around as much Both are real mellow and get along well with the cats and dog. We have a half dozen different snakes, scorpions, fish, all kinds of critters...lol!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/12 08:31 AM

"Snakes...why'd it have to be snakes." Shudder. I've played with garters SNAKES to show off, but really, when it crawled on my skin, my skin did crawl.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/12 01:48 PM

There's something wrong with you son ! Garters should never make your skin crawl. See a doc soon!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/12 02:23 PM

hahahahaahahaah!
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/12 03:11 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
There's something wrong with you son ! Garters should never make your skin crawl. See a doc soon!


It probably only happens when he wears them.

-TJ
Posted By: That Fool

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/12 03:23 PM

Awesome wolverines, nice looking kamiks too
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/12 04:32 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Originally Posted By: white17
There's something wrong with you son ! Garters should never make your skin crawl. See a doc soon!


It probably only happens when he wears them.

-TJ


remember the rose goes in the front......
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/12 08:15 PM

Voice of experience ?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/06/12 08:19 PM

No visuals...please!!!! sick
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/08/12 06:13 PM

Frozen Planet episodes tonight on Discovery about wolverines, wolves and weasels (and polar bears) Looks interesting. Preview scene showed a pack of wolves taking down a mature bison in the snow as another one tried to fight them off.
Posted By: That Fool

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/08/12 06:19 PM

Awesome, wish I had sat or cable to watch it.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/11/12 06:10 PM

In between blizzards we have had a bunch of waterfowl show up. Happened to catch a swan wearing two bands in this photo.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/11/12 06:13 PM

Love those neckbands!!!!! Shot a goose with one one year, have not gotten a swan with one yet.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/11/12 06:24 PM

Awsome Bob!.. they should be here in another week and a half it will be the first "unfrozen" piece of meat I will eat other than Ptarmigan since last fall!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/11/12 06:30 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Awsome Bob!.. they should be here in another week and a half it will be the first "unfrozen" Feet, beaks, guts and eyes I will eat other than Ptarmigan since last fall!


Fixed it for ya
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/11/12 06:31 PM

Thats a great pic Bob showing the identifying feature of a tundra swan (the yellow stripe by the eye)
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/11/12 06:56 PM

That's pretty neat Bob!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/11/12 06:58 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Awsome Bob!.. they should be here in another week and a half it will be the first "unfrozen" Feet, beaks, guts and eyes I will eat other than Ptarmigan since last fall!


Fixed it for ya


You forgot...gizzerds, hearts, livers and unlaid egges.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/11/12 07:09 PM

I have one of those blue swan bands in my shed. wink

There were ducks spotted in BET yesterday.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/11/12 07:30 PM

Kusko, if the word on street is the ducks were first spotted yseterday, it is usually another week before they ACTUALLY see a REAL one smile Unless YOU saw them then i believe.


Kusko does this look familiar?
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/11/12 08:13 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Awsome Bob!.. they should be here in another week and a half it will be the first "unfrozen" Feet, beaks, guts and eyes I will eat other than Ptarmigan since last fall!


You forgot...gizzerds, hearts, livers and unlaid egges.


guts is all encompassing....


FYI, I just saw the first GEESE of the season. they seemed confused, as the grassy park strip they usually land and feed on is covered in 2 ft of snow still.
Swans were here last week.
There was an article in the paper about the swans and DUCKS being back already...... except the ding dong who wrote the article failed to notice that those are the same ducks that have been in the same spot all winter. Just the swans were new arrivals...
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/11/12 09:42 PM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
Kusko, if the word on street is the ducks were first spotted yseterday, it is usually another week before they ACTUALLY see a REAL one smile Unless YOU saw them then i believe.


Kusko does this look familiar?





eeeeEEEEE

I actually saw a picture of the duck. It was in a puddle in Tundra Ridge....no BS and it was a wild one.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/12/12 05:04 AM

It must be spring comming... catching Pike in my net..should be Sheefish running soon.

Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/15/12 10:11 PM

That's some camera you have Bob! Great photo's!

Haven't eaten pike before Jeff, only pickerel. Lots of bones but delicious!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/16/12 03:07 AM

I saw mallards yesterday and my goose hunting buddy saw two specs today
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/16/12 06:48 PM

Lots of specs here now and the lagoon behind us has opened up partially. Several swan pairs are setting out on the frozen tundra ponds wondering why they are still frozen. Snow and ice going very slowly
Posted By: That Fool

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/16/12 06:51 PM

nice pictures, I am eagerly waiting for the third from the left spec to arrive, make some tasty soup
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/12 07:26 PM

Been cold and frozen out here and still waiting for the first geese to arive if the north wind colds we will be waiting awhile yet.

Also here is a pic of a Lynx I sold to a taxidermist (Mike Doyle) in MI. for a competition he won a bunch of awards and did a great job.. its tough to get a Lynx right.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/12 08:20 PM

Taxi did a beautiful job all the way around Jeff. His habitat work is as good as his mount.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/12 09:12 PM

He sure did ..one of his awards was for the habitat.
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/20/12 11:22 PM

My bride decided to take only 1 seal a year,,here's a 200lb+ male that is her best to date. The ducks just showed up here and the river is opening geese a few days off,hopefully.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/21/12 12:14 AM

Jeff, I'd like to see a close up on that face.

Jim, those seals always look like they are wearing dry suits. smile
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/21/12 01:33 AM

Is that one of thos lake seals? Cool!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/21/12 02:06 AM

MMmmmm dry seal ribs..good stuff!

and Rafe he didnt send a close up of the face.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/21/12 02:25 PM

Waterat:
Well done. How far from salt do they get in the winter under the ice?
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/21/12 02:48 PM

Bob These are resident seals that don't ever see salt water. They live under the ice about 1/2 of the year utilizing the edges around the islands and rocks for breathing while feasting on a lake full of trout and salmon smolt. There is a retired chap from Iguigig who is going to spend the summer on the lake in an attempt to catch,photo, or ?? The Lake Iliamna Monster! I'll give updates as they happen. Jim
Posted By: piperniner

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/21/12 03:51 PM

Heard a comment once that because they never see salt water, a case could be made that they could be hunted by non natives. I wouldn't want to be the test case after being cited by the Feds. They are still seals.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/22/12 03:58 AM

Be sure to show us picture when he catches the monster smile

here is my catch of the day the Sheefish are running here pretty good.
Posted By: RiversNorth13

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/22/12 10:47 AM

Kusko,Michael does amazing work.
Check out his gallery on his site.
I am sure he would show some close ups if you ask him.
http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j..._kg&cad=rja
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/22/12 02:50 PM

Waterat:
Keep us updated on the Lake Monster as we have one down here also. I've seen seals up here in the winter on years where the river ice was shakey. I've seen them as far as the Narrows which is an easy 40 miles from salt.
Posted By: smalltimetrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/22/12 08:18 PM

So what is this "monster" of what you speak?

Nice fish, yj!
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/23/12 02:42 AM

Spring is here, saw some swans and two flocks of geese today.
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/23/12 11:34 PM

Got a package from the family in Kodiak today.

Dried halibut! First for me actually, good with mayonnaise
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/23/12 11:42 PM

lb, you need to watch your spelling there with Hup lurking around...LOL...
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/23/12 11:53 PM

Originally Posted By: Pittu
lb, you need to watch your spelling there with Hup lurking around...LOL...


Hopefully I caught it before he did grin
Lol
Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/23/12 11:57 PM

Looks good. Done with a dehydrator?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/24/12 05:56 AM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
Spring is here, saw some swans and two flocks of geese today.

I just saw a lone swan flying over the house tonight!. still lots of snow and thick ice here but warming up.

That Halibut looks good..tell them next time you want smoked Halibut cheaks they are awsome!:)
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/24/12 06:16 AM

The eggs,greens,and dried fish have me salivating!! Towards the end of May we will have it all though.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/24/12 02:39 PM

Tanana went out at Nenana last night. Been warm here all week and the rivers are rising fast.

-TJ
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/24/12 02:42 PM

Got my first bird yesterday but it was the best one of them all! Sandhill Crane for dinner tonight smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/24/12 03:18 PM

Sounds foul to me
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/24/12 04:13 PM

nothing foul about. I love waterfowl laugh
I do have a buddy who wont shoot cranes because he wont eat anything that eats frogs and snakes LOL
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/24/12 05:27 PM

Saw our first cranes yesterday. Must be spring as it hasn't snowed in two days.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/24/12 06:02 PM

This weekend could be fun! The next few weekends will be a blast!!! Beavers, rats, ducks, geese, etc. If it flies it dies. Hope to have some pictures, but haven't been very good at taking many this year!
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/24/12 07:54 PM

We wanna see them Northway!

Anybody been in the eureka area? Just wondering how the creeks and ponds are looking out that way
Posted By: That Fool

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/24/12 08:05 PM

That third spec from the left is sitting in my parents' porch. Soup tonight.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/25/12 07:10 AM

I finally saw 15 or so geese today @ work. Been slow getting 5hrs a day. So think i may have to spend more time out in the field looking for geese. I shall get my gear together tomorrow. Hit it hard this weekend. Get some bird blind time in. Hoping on Speckles and Canadians. Take a ride down there on the snowmachine and check out the sandbars.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/25/12 04:56 PM

Sandhills at sunrise this morning.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/25/12 06:48 PM

Great picture Bob!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/25/12 07:11 PM

That is a great picture. Wow!
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/25/12 08:59 PM

Incredible picture....thanks UBob......
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/25/12 09:06 PM

remember the guy who said Ak was alot like Iowa???

Here is another good one I clipped earlier

Originally Posted By: Bruce T
Alaska is alot like Maine
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/25/12 09:37 PM

I thought it was trapping in AK was a lot like Iowa..... smile smile
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/27/12 04:35 PM

Waterat:
Very impressive. Your bride and her seal made page two of this mornings Daily Worker.
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/27/12 05:07 PM

Bob,,, She's in the process of cleaning the seals skeleton now to make a hanging display,,sort of like a rural Sword of Damoclese!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/27/12 09:38 PM

Waterat:
I understand but where is our power?
Posted By: Paul Dobbins

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/28/12 03:29 AM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Tanana went out at Nenana last night. Been warm here all week and the rivers are rising fast.

-TJ


Did you win?
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/28/12 03:40 AM

Originally Posted By: Paul Dobbins
Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Tanana went out at Nenana last night. Been warm here all week and the rivers are rising fast.

-TJ


Did you win?


No Uncle Paul, we didn't win. frown

Let me know when I need to send you money for the next Power Ball Lottery... smile

-TJ
Posted By: Paul Dobbins

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/28/12 04:24 AM

Powerball is only at 40 mil right now. Not worth the effort - lol...
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/28/12 04:54 AM

The ice is still 4 ft thick here, we are getting some water on top from snow melt so I pulled my net today.
Pike again 16lbs and 38''
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/28/12 05:09 AM

Ice classic was $350,000 this year. Nice, but not worth it either.... smile

-TJ
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/28/12 05:13 AM

I only missed it by 2 days 18 hours and 12 minutes! So close....
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/28/12 05:33 AM

I missed by 4 days this year a few yrs back I missed by less than an hour frown
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/28/12 05:06 PM

Several years ago we had a McGrath resident win the Nenana Ice Pool. He won 70K dollars. Ten days later the Kusko ice went out and his house flooded, doing about 80K in damage. Karma.
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/28/12 05:49 PM

I never wanted to win the Ice classic anyway!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/28/12 08:16 PM

Nice Pike Jeff!

Are you hiding the Nuge there after his illegal bear conviction?? Peavey speaker and an old school bow with teardrop cables.........
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/28/12 08:30 PM

LOL..you didnt notice my Axe to the right of my Peavy.. I have been known to hammer out some Nuge.. I saw him in concert a few times.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 04/29/12 12:49 AM

LOL!! I've seen him a few times too!
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/01/12 12:10 AM

Water is opening up a little bit. Nabbed an OK beaver in a 330 dam crossover.

Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/01/12 01:42 AM

Saw a black bear today above town. They have been out for a week or two, but I haven't been out looking much. Might be an early year. Lots of goats. saw over 50 a couple days ago. Three different locations. All closed to hunting, of course.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/01/12 03:47 AM

How's breakup looking Ken?
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/01/12 08:06 AM

Takotna- Still solid over this way. Still running down river to catch Fowl. Hopefully get more time out there while it lasts. Cold and windy here 17 degrees this morning. Some water on the sides but still can travel a few miles downriver to hunt. Hows it going on your Side of the Big River :-)




Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/01/12 08:18 AM

Man, gonna have to do me some bird hunting this fall! Getting the itch!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/01/12 03:32 PM

Originally Posted By: takotna
How's breakup looking Ken?


Ice is moving pretty well this morning around 0700. Looks like it could jam in that cutoff just below town though. Might have some fun yet !
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/01/12 03:43 PM

Good posts guys. I was wondering what the river has been doing up there. I heard it moved in Napaimute also.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/01/12 06:21 PM

Not a lot of snow in the AK Range. Most south facing slopes are bare up to about 10,000 feet. Water here isn't super high so you guys downstream might not have too many problems
Posted By: Wolverinebait

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/07/12 08:04 AM

Just starting to get a little open water on a pond or two now,.... so figured I should go see how the new rifle shoots,.... grin


Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/07/12 04:44 PM

River has been out for two weeks here. Creeks just clearing of ice. Did a little "beaver" control with the kids this weekend. Going to do some more this coming weekend. No rats in the creek so that was surprising. Bear baits will be out this week and will have some on the ground before the 20th.
Posted By: Nunamiut

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/07/12 06:56 PM

Our weather is just above 0 right now, its suppose to warm up to 35 by Wednesday. Im ready for spring geese! My wife has been painting my guns for the time being.
I mustache you a question?

My deuce-deuce is getting some fangs next.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/08/12 04:19 PM

Nice stash!

The geese are flying like crazy here.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/08/12 06:07 PM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
Nice stash!

The geese are flying like crazy here.

I saw a flock yesterday coming down from the airport.. but still winter here in fact its like 18 degrees and still as much snow as when we left for hawaii.. the river ice is still solid and the few guys that came to sell beaver yesterday said they were still traveling on it.

I guess I better shine up the shotgun and see if the snow geese passed yet. smile
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/08/12 06:32 PM

Jeff, the next time you talk to the wife could you let her know that the rhubarb is popping up through the snow.

Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/08/12 08:02 PM

Will do... I might bump into her again when I head to Seattle next week for the FH auction.....

we only have the wild rhubarb here,it should be up someday when ever spring comes.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/09/12 06:23 AM

What kind of seeds are those Dirt that look to be coming out of that Scat?
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/09/12 02:46 PM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
What kind of seeds are those Dirt that look to be coming out of that Scat?


I don't know. We got the rhubarb started from a clump from McDougall down river. I don't know if it was something the modern owners planted 30 years ago or if was there when they moved there and was from the McDougall trading post from the early 1900's.
Posted By: Trailblazersteve

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/09/12 04:23 PM

Dirt, was up your way. Sent ya a pm..
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/09/12 04:38 PM

Here's an evening's take with the girls. Had a good time.

Posted By: Alaskan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/09/12 05:11 PM

NW- which one was the "witty" one from the Fling? smile
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/09/12 05:58 PM

NW, I was going to say, "that's a nice one on the end", then, I thought, no, that might get perceived wrong.

Then, I was going to say, "the one on the end is huge". Then I thought, no, that might get taken the wrong way.

So...I give up.

Ok, ok, I have it figured out where my words can't be minced...

Those are four nice Castor canadensis and it's good to see girls getting out trapping!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/09/12 06:09 PM

Originally Posted By: Kusko
NW, I was going to say, "that's a nice one on the end",



Second from the right is a nice one !!!
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/09/12 06:20 PM

Originally Posted By: Alaskan
NW- which one was the "witty" one from the Fling? smile


Matt,

That is Eden, she is on the right! smile
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/09/12 06:21 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Originally Posted By: Kusko
NW, I was going to say, "that's a nice one on the end",



Second from the right is a nice one !!!


The two on the right were HUGE! I had a 330 over a hole at the top of the house and that thing was DEAD on impact! The girls struggled to pull it out!

Will have some more pictures after this weekend, then it will be dead bear pictures!
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/09/12 06:22 PM

I am very lucky to have girls that are much better shots than I! They can shoot that is for sure! Just aren't as quick as me when it comes to killing and knowing that a shot needs to be taken quickly before the animal is gone!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/09/12 06:32 PM

Originally Posted By: northway
[quote=Hupurest]
Second from the right is a nice one !!!


The two on the right were HUGE! I had a 330 over a hole at the top of the house and that thing was DEAD on impact! The girls struggled to pull it out!
quote]

Oh, I didn't know we were talking about the critters...


Originally Posted By: northway
I am very lucky to have girls that are much better shots than I! They can shoot that is for sure! Just aren't as quick as me when it comes to killing and knowing that a shot needs to be taken quickly before the animal is gone!


you could always have matt teach them about quick follow up shots and techiniques to empty a clip quickly, as long as you teach them the need to make those shots hit the target.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/09/12 10:37 PM

Way to go!
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/10/12 04:39 AM

Snowing and blowing here, regular blizzard going on. Gotta love snow on mud. smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/10/12 01:07 PM

I hate spring !
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/10/12 06:40 PM

Wow guess I got out of there just in time Spek. Hit the far edge of Alaska yesterday. Chevak. Still looks like winter out there.
First time for me riding a tracked ATV. Pretty cool. Really needs a hard or soft top and sides. The wind was blowing 30 from the sides and well I wasn't dressed for winter. ;0) Spent a few hours delivering a presentation and was back on the plane to Bethel for the night.
Back to my second home in an hour. St Mary's Bet I could still trap beaver on a snowmobile out here still.


Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/10/12 07:57 PM

Probably rained at the lower elevations Len. Pretty white here this morning.
Was that just your ride from the airport, or did you get to see waht all
it would go through?
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/10/12 11:34 PM

Now that machine looks pretty Bad A$$ FT. Even with tires on it would be quite a machine.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/12 02:26 AM

All we have here is wind and rain. Oh, yeah, and snow at 1800'. Where the heck is spring?
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/12 02:37 AM

I was thinking this was Jeff, but then remembered he only eats on the finest Chinet!

Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/12 04:53 AM

Mmmmmm ...looks good, I will have to settle for Snow goose.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/12 05:00 PM

There are thousands of snows sitting on the ice below Kalskag. One of my pilot friends flew down from Aniak following the river and told me this.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/11/12 05:46 PM

Nice to know more are coming...do you guys in Mumdagethluk get a crack at them?..we saw a couple flocks yesterday just outside the village where I got these

we are going out again this afternoon,we have two inches of fresh powder on the ground this morning,should be good for tracking cripples smile
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/13/12 06:15 PM

Few beaver




Last trap had a rat..


Almost over now, few more days
Posted By: That Fool

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/14/12 03:36 AM

The kanuq looks pretty tasty
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/14/12 03:43 AM

It was! smile
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almight Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/16/12 07:36 PM

Cool pcs you guys!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/17/12 03:37 PM

Finally started running ice from the Lower Lake yesterday.
Posted By: Nunamiut

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/18/12 04:11 PM

We've had geese here for over a week now. Our snow is melting pretty quick so I'll probably make 1 more trip for geese this weekend and then I need to fill the freezers with caribou before they disappear for the summer.
Heres a snapshot of the front of our cabin we completed this spring on our allotment. Next winter Im gonna mount some caribou antlers and Ram horns to complete the ornaments over the entryway.

Here's a pic of my Auntie overlooking the allotment facing north. Our own slice of heaven, 90 acres worth. Our cabin is on the lower left side of the snap shot right next to the creek. My Attata (grandpa) picked a pretty good spot for his allotment.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/18/12 04:32 PM

Thanks for sharing!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/18/12 05:38 PM

Nice Ben!
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 05/19/12 03:26 AM

Very Nice, like the view and the Cabin!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/12 01:35 AM

Back to the Almighty Top!!!!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/12 01:45 AM

Have the rare opportunity to be in Fort Yukon on a project while they are simultaneously building a fish wheel (corrected) outside the same building.
Very cool. Black spruce. One thing I learned was that it needed to be bent green prior to being peeled. Apparently they will crack if they are peeled first and bent. Will keep you posted.

Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/12 01:49 AM

Looks to me like a basket for a fish WHEEL, not a fish trap!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/12 03:44 AM

Pete your so darn right. We have fish traps on the lower Yukon so it came out with out thinking. I knew it was a fish wheel. Good catch.
Posted By: g smith

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/12 04:12 AM

Good pictures,I bet visitors are truly welcome there.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/12 06:46 AM

Been out picking some greens....these are wild spinach. (the best of them all IMO)

the leaves on the trees are not out yet should be popping out after this rain.

glad to see I was not the only one that got banned last week..lol
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/12 03:28 PM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
Pete your so darn right. We have fish traps on the lower Yukon so it came out with out thinking. I knew it was a fish wheel. Good catch.


Len: Being "trap-centric" is not a bad thing!
Posted By: drasselt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/08/12 09:31 PM

No matter what you call it, it's a conTRAPtion.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/11/12 06:02 AM

Got out today and went fishing for the first time and caught a few of these we quit after getting enough to cook,...words dont describe how good they tasted over a fire MMm...Mmm just dont cover it.

and yes Hup we left the heads on.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/11/12 07:24 AM

Mmmmmmmmmm.
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/14/12 11:54 PM

You know if I spend too much time over on the Trapper Talk site I get to missing Joe Vogler.
Posted By: 160user

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/15/12 01:24 AM

Originally Posted By: Nunamiut
We've had geese here for over a week now. Our snow is melting pretty quick so I'll probably make 1 more trip for geese this weekend and then I need to fill the freezers with caribou before they disappear for the summer.
Heres a snapshot of the front of our cabin we completed this spring on our allotment. Next winter Im gonna mount some caribou antlers and Ram horns to complete the ornaments over the entryway.

Here's a pic of my Auntie overlooking the allotment facing north. Our own slice of heaven, 90 acres worth. Our cabin is on the lower left side of the snap shot right next to the creek. My Attata (grandpa) picked a pretty good spot for his allotment.



When I picture heaven, that is just what it looks like. AWESOME cabin.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/15/12 02:59 AM

Originally Posted By: Dirt
You know if I spend too much time over on the Trapper Talk site I get to missing Joe Vogler.


Just got back to my computer after being away all day. Evidently I have been on the Trapper Talk since this morning. I did not get to missing anyone. smile
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/12 02:38 AM

Filled the smokehouse full today smile I love it when we get them all in one big shot
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/12 06:19 AM

Folks here are getting busy with their fish as well, I have yet to set the net but soon I hope.

all the kids here are walking around eating wild rhubarb we are planning on a pie soon smile
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/12 01:23 PM

Jeff, how is the King run looking for real? Biologists are saying it will be terrible, but I always take that with a grain of salt. Especailly after the year their sonar at Pilot Station was pointed at a sand bar and the fish were going upriver on the other side of it one year.

-TJ
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/12 04:54 PM

Fresh fish in the racks

Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/12 05:57 PM

sure wish we could fish right now
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/12 06:10 PM

Yummy !
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/12 07:40 PM

White17:

Looks like it is finally warming up in McGrath.


Today
79 °F
Partly Cloudy
Tonight
50 °F
Partly Cloudy
Tomorrow
75 | 46 °F
Partly Cloudy
Thursday
73 | 46 °F
Partly Cloudy
Friday
72 | 50 °F
Mostly Cloudy
Saturday
77 | 54 °F
Mostly Cloudy
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/12 07:45 PM

It's miserable !!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/12 07:54 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Jeff, how is the King run looking for real? Biologists are saying it will be terrible, but I always take that with a grain of salt. Especailly after the year their sonar at Pilot Station was pointed at a sand bar and the fish were going upriver on the other side of it one year.

-TJ


TJ they are closing subsisnce Kings after today,they have pushed the panic button already since the runs are late, there is still ice out in the Bering sea keeping the water temps cool and we had a cold spring so who knows when they will hit.

and yes you are right about the sonar they dont have a clue how to count fish I wish they would just quit using it and go with the drift test fishery (we have one here now).

sounds like the same story on the Kusko they closed it already.

O-man looks like you are going to eat good this winter!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/12 07:58 PM

That's cool compared to what is in the forecast over here for the next couple of days. Low 90's with high humidity! Had to get out the fan for my German Shorthair so he would be comfortable !!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/12 08:44 PM

Yeah I'll bet.

I can't take much of this. Only outside for short periods. Too much Eskimo in me I guess
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/19/12 11:01 PM


Bummer on the Kings. I have yet to see one king swirl in the offshoots of the Susitna I've been in this summer. I havent been out as much as I'd like, but still pretty slow. Havent seen a moose around my place since April either. Not a good sign.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/20/12 01:50 AM

Figured they would Jeff. To bad. I sure hope that the run shows up soon so folks can fish. I sure
Hope the up river guys will get to fish as well.

Otterman- that looks sooooo good.

-TJ
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/20/12 02:06 AM





the little blackie was by the house yesterday and they brown's are from the Russian river the other day,I have to say the bears down there need thinned bad
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/21/12 07:21 PM

Otterman:

How long do you let the fish hang on the racks ?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/24/12 05:14 PM

Been busy hanging my net. hope they open fishing season soon..lol
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/24/12 05:29 PM

Been slow here, too. Kings are nearly a no-show. Picked up 2 on the first outing, then zip ever since. Don't know what to think about that.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/24/12 05:43 PM

Our Kings are realy late..sounds like the whole state has problems this year... the ocean still has some ice so thats probably the reason with the cold water, some are starting to show up but they closed us for subsistance to let them pass for escapement.

The Chums are running good we have over 300 thousand ran past us and we could be fishing them at a Buck a lb but they are afraid to catch any kings so its a lose lose situation for us this year.
Posted By: humptulips

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/12 02:08 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
It's miserable !!


You'll have to move south. Highs having been staying in the high 50s all month. 58 and raining again today.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/12 03:12 AM

Uh............no thanks. I'm allergic to rain. Gotta have snow
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/12 05:04 AM

awww yes net hanging, I have done that once, my pinkies were raw for weeks from cinching the knots.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/12 05:53 AM

I have seen guys with bloody fingers but I invested in a piar of these and have no problems at all.
I also use the back of the pic to pull the knots.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/12 06:16 AM

Talk about bloody fingers............you ever use monofilament netting instead of multifilament ? Holy crow talk about sore hands. !
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/12 06:20 AM

My wife's father, brother and nephew all hang nets for a living. I have seen some pretty ugly hands by seasons end
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/12 06:23 AM

Blest be the twine that binds...
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/12 06:47 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
Talk about bloody fingers............you ever use monofilament netting instead of multifilament ? Holy crow talk about sore hands. !


my under ice net is Mono those are the same gloves I use to check it..lol
I know they use it for salmon in Bristol Bay but for some reason no one uses it here on the Yukon I think its illegal here for some reason.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/12 01:31 PM

Yeah I think so too. I never use gloves on a net.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/12 03:17 PM

The salmon statewide seems a bust so far.
Will be interesting to see the entry. Fast and furious or just spread out late season. orrrr.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/12 04:40 PM

Mono is illegal in Bristol Bay too and I believe state wide for salmon, it is legal for Herring though
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/25/12 04:54 PM

I could be wrong but I could of sworn we used mono in BB years ago did they change the regulations? it was back in 82

you are correct we did use it for Herring when I fished.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/12 03:57 PM

Jeff in 82 it would have been herring, it hasn't been legal for salmon in the 30 yrs I have been here
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/12 05:06 PM

Thanks O-man it must of been in my dreams it was a long time ago smile
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/26/12 06:06 PM

Anyone know where you can get 14 gauge wire in bulk? I go through so much I hate buying the 50-100 foot roles.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/27/12 04:01 PM

MTP has large rolls for cheap, but due to shipping you will want to buy more traps with the order. grin
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/27/12 04:18 PM

The Snare shop is another option, I got all my 11 gauge through them.
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/27/12 06:31 PM

Thanks AV! Had to order all my snaring gear for next year any how.
Posted By: martenpine

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/27/12 06:38 PM

LB did you check AIH?
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/27/12 08:54 PM

They didn't have 14, just 16.

I go through so much of that 14 gauge, buying all the small rolls kills me.
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/27/12 11:41 PM

Akfurman prob. Has it also
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/12 01:28 AM

How you going to carry larger rolls. I would rather buy the small rolls for my wire roll feeder than mess with anything larger. I get all mine through MTS. They will send flat rate. So the shipping is cheap. All wire is not created equal. Especially tie wire you get at like spenards etc. Has bad spots in it. When I was a kid you could tie off a trap with 16 gauge. No more. I have lost marten to 14 gauge. Just don't make it like they used to. Seems MTS is better than the local tie wire you get. I buy the cheap stuff locally for hanging bait etc.
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/12 02:24 AM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
How you going to carry larger rolls. I would rather buy the small rolls for my wire roll feeder than mess with anything larger. I get all mine through MTS. They will send flat rate. So the shipping is cheap. All wire is not created equal. Especially tie wire you get at like spenards etc. Has bad spots in it. When I was a kid you could tie off a trap with 16 gauge. No more. I have lost marten to 14 gauge. Just don't make it like they used to. Seems MTS is better than the local tie wire you get. I buy the cheap stuff locally for hanging bait etc.


Last year I bought local stuff in the small rolls, had it break with a marten in the trap.. Luckily he had already expired and was still under the tree. How do you like the wire feeders FT? Been looking at getting one
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/12 02:45 AM

Love them. I actually like the plastic ones better. The alum are just heavier and my plastic ones have held up good. One for 14 and one for 16. I think MTS has the plastic ones.
Something a friend showed me that work great too is to wrap your roll in duct tape. Cut out a center hole to pull your wire out of. It works real well. Far better than nothing. Actually I like it almost as much as the feeders.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/12 03:00 AM

haha, you know its summer and you miss trapping when you get wire and Lures are in the mail Box, postal lady called me :-) I really enjoy FT Harvester's Service and always got Flat rate priority shipping, anything from chain, wire, traps, even MB 750's and had them within 5 buisness Days.
Posted By: trapped4ever

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/28/12 08:51 AM

LB and FT, I suspect you guys are using your wire wrong. Don't use it as an extension to your chain. Wrap a doubled strand of 16ga through the ring on your trap chain, and around your pole, limb, or whatever you are fastening to. Twist both ends together, so it brings the ring tight against the pole. No slack, and no flex point on the wire. If you leave a flex point, by using wire as an extension, I would expect breakage. Wiring solid like I described, should hold any marten you catch. It's worked for me on thousands of them, with no problems, anyway. I just use cheap 16 gauge rebar tie wire.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/12 09:21 AM

T4ever.That is exactly what I did last year. Not sure if it was you that told me or my buddy that came up that showed me. Not sure why it took so long to figure that one out. But it is how I tie now.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/12 04:26 PM

Something a friend showed me that work great too is to wrap your roll in duct tape. Cut out a center hole to pull your wire out of. It works real well. Far better than nothing. Actually I like it almost as much as the feeders. [/quote]
Mad-Mike showed me that trick. Itworks great!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/12 05:01 PM

White17:


I found the PERFECT firewood splitter for you and Blister!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUIfHb-HNdw&feature=related


With this machine , you could corner the market on firewood in McGrath !! LOL laugh
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/12 05:38 PM

That really looks nice !
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/12 10:40 PM

Fresh Chum...its whats for dinner!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/12 10:45 PM

You mean, Alaska wild caught gourmet Keta, right?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/29/12 11:45 PM

Yes Arctic Keta...they decided to change the name after the Copper River B.S.ed everyone into thinking they had the best salmon since Jesus served fish to the masses in the desert.

These "Keta" are moist and full of flavor,they are not dry and turn to sawdust in your mouth like Reds do.
and they have a higher oil content than alot of the Kings in other parts of the sate.
these are not at all the same kind of Chums you see in sounth central or B.B.

you should look into some when you see them for sale in Anchorage...oh wait you dont eat fish..lol
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/12 06:44 AM

I saw that Keta re-branding when I was on an AK air flight....

Hey, it worked for alot of other things....fanny pack = gay...... Lumbar Bag= acceptable..
I can't beleive how many people I talk to from outside that buy the canned bumblebee pink salmon.....

if you can re-name it and sell it to outsiders for top price, that is awesome.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/12 07:09 AM

I see the canned pink salmon on the shelves here for like $13 bucks a can..no one buys it of course.

our fresh frozen fall Chum fillets retail for $16.95 lb we get a buck a lb at the dock..talk about getting hosed...lol
this is what the meat looks like...not your typical pale looking chum.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/12 08:23 AM

http://signon.org/sign/end-salmon-halibut-bycatch.fb10?source=s.fb&r_by=4818973

It's a petition pushing for an investigation into halibut and salmon bycatch by trawlers.

That is one darn good looking chum Jeff. Be safe out there!
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/12 11:48 AM

that is one fresh looking chum, by the time they get here they are red as can be with mushy white meat.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/12 05:03 PM

AKScott that chum was 70 miles inland when caught.

And Thanks AKnative,but about your petition...we have been been going through low numbers of Kings here for 10 years,we were quick to blame the trawl fleet as well, the ironic part is that we own part of the trawl fleet through our CDQ in fact the whole west coast of villages is part owner most own catcher /prosser boats.

and since we own and run many of the boats I personaly know guys that work on them, they say very very few kings or other fish come through the ship it seams they pretty much just scoop through polluk schools.

there also are fish and game observers onboard that count bicatch and I have looked at the numbers they put out and it is very low bicatch of salmon.

I am not saying it couldnt be happing on other boats but the ones they monitor it dont.

if I were to blame anyone I would say its the illeagle fishing in the Bering sea by the foriegn fleet (remember the rat boat) that rapes our waters without prossecution and have learned to target juvinial salmon and other species.

if we patrolled our waters better it might help but they can fish them anywhere on the high seas past our 200 mile limit
but I think a step forward would be protectiing our own water, seams its kind of like the Mexican border we dont patrol and wonder where our jobs are going..lol
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 06/30/12 11:48 PM

Wow Jeff, that is ironic. Thanks for the information.
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/01/12 04:32 AM

Just finished eating my one King. ( I did keep a Jack in May ) Next year I hope to eat another one. I remember when we could keep one a day for two months. frown Probably never took more than 10 though, including jacks.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/01/12 04:50 AM

They cut our season limit on kings the other day we can now only take 2 for the season effective July 28 from the Nushagak. I remember when it was 5 a day limit and getting 5 was no problem in addition the commercial guys had a full blown king season frown
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/01/12 04:57 AM

Oh well, mosquito ranching has been productive. Bumper crop! smile
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/01/12 12:20 PM

Sockeye run started early but is slowing down now. With the weather we have been having would of never guessed an early start. Kings are non existent.
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/01/12 03:13 PM

Nice Reds there Bob. What kinda weight are you getting on em? They look nice and fat.
Posted By: Doogie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/02/12 07:25 AM

I think Aknative is talking about the draggers not the factory trawlers
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/02/12 04:09 PM

CG:
Early fish are usually heavier. Teeny 350
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/02/12 06:57 PM

Originally Posted By: otterman
the commercial guys had a full blown king season frown


I wonder if they will restrict the comercial and subsistance nets across the state for Kings to 7 1/2 inch gear like they did here on the Yukon.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/12 01:26 AM

Jeff, right now we can still fish 8 inch if you can find it most including myself are using 7.5 and some are even using 7.25
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/12 04:03 PM

Kings run here was a bust, too. Even the hatchery fish are mostly a no-show.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/12 06:17 PM

They reinstated our 4 fish limit here today
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/12 07:51 PM

Originally Posted By: otterman
Jeff, right now we can still fish 8 inch if you can find it most including myself are using 7.5 and some are even using 7.25


well I am impressed you all self imposed net restrictions, or just cant find the 8'' gear?, I noticed with 7.5 we get about half Chums instead of kings, I can imagine 7.25 would get mostly big reds and jack kings.
if you cant find it call FnG they still use 8.5" for the test nets they know what gear to use to catch big Kings..lol
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/12 08:36 PM

Jeff our Kings usually run just ahead of the Dogs so no problem getting too many of them in the mix most of the time and I was wrong I fished 8 inch gear this year I have both 7.5 and 8 in the shed. I agree the 7.25 would get a lot more smaller fish but the 8.5 would miss a lot of 18-22 pounders and that is the majority of them here anymore
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/03/12 10:04 PM

I see..here they run with the chums,so if we ever get a king opening we will be picking chums half the time.

when we could use any type gear I liked 8 and 1/8th it did pretty good on the big kings and even the smaller 15-20 lbers

on a normal year here the kings would all be past by now but they are still hitting the mouth pretty good now so the run was just late is all.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/05/12 04:54 AM

Happy fourth everyone.

Moose steak and lobster..dont get any better than that...oh wait crab is better..lol
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/05/12 08:30 AM

Happy 4th to you too Jeff, moose burgers and strawberry rhubarb Pie for me.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/05/12 09:05 AM

Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich. ;0) And fiberglass repairs. Had better 4ths.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/05/12 07:55 PM

Oh Ya. If any of you get the bright idea to pressure test an aluminum tank for leaks. The preferred amount is 3-4 lbs. I found out the hard way. Applied some pressure to a tank just by holding on a rubber nozzle ended blower to a board, with neopreme for a seal, to the filler hole to hopefully find my hydraulic oil weep. Not sure how much pressure that would provide but it was tooo much and kerpluueeee. Seam cracked for 9 inches 5 inches infront of my face. Thank goodness I had glasses on. My hair looked like a muskrat that had been in the water for a week. No fluff to it. ;0) Live and learn. Cleaning up the boat of 5 glallons of hydraulic oil was a lot harder than cleaning me. ;0)
Thank good ness it was in my yard and not the harbor. cry
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/05/12 10:56 PM

man that's rough. Glad you didn't get hurt.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/10/12 03:40 AM

We had a short three hour comercial opener last night.there was a decent amount of fish we could of filled the boat in a longer period but we did OK with such a short opening.

FnG is still in panic mode because of the kings so they let almost 2 million chums and almost 100,000 kings swim by so that was pretty nice of them to give us three hours..lol
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/10/12 03:42 AM

Glad you got some Jeff!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/10/12 03:53 AM

Thanks AKN....and Happy Birthday!

we managed to get three Kings in our Chum gear as well, we cant sell them so we are jaring fish today and cut a dozen strips for the smoke house,so we are pretty happy about that, as we have not had a subsistance king opening yet this year.

seems like the Fish are still hitting the lower river yet but this is realy late in the season and I suspect they were just late because of the cold water we had this year.

they had 9 comercial openings down river so far we could of fished but its a 80 mile round trip and from what I heard the boats were stacked up pretty good...not my kind of fishing.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/12/12 02:35 PM

46 degrees this morning, rain going sideways, wind sounded like it was going to take the roof off all night long. Look's like October on the Ak Peninsula here this morning. Got a dusting of new
snow on the mountain tops this morning too. Anyway, June and July has been pretty cloudy and
cold here this year. Maybe we are going into an ice age? Where is the news media? "We're all
gonna' DIE". grin
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/12/12 05:36 PM

Haven't seen the mountain tops here in a few days... had an October storm roll through here yesterday... Pea soup today.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/12/12 06:21 PM

Spek:
The Ak Peninsula looks like the Ak Peninsula in October also. Never really had a spring. A lot of the alders are still half brown and a lot of snow left at altitude. Nothing like I've ever seen before. Can't believe the fish are running so close to normal.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/12/12 06:57 PM

Nice Bob did you catch all those reds on a Rod?

we had a comercial chum opener again last night and we caught 1170 lbs in 5 hrs we are having a bumper run of Chums this year.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/12/12 08:04 PM

YJ:
Nope. Took them on my subsistence net. We take just enough every year to make it through the winter. We did good last year as we had one fillet left when the reds hit this year.
Posted By: Spek Jones

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/12/12 08:41 PM

Bob, I figured you guy's were getting hammered. Looking at the satellite weather map this looks like a huge system, looping around up in White17's neck of the woods and may come
back around and hit us again. Hope it breaks up before it gets back here.
Nice fish you got there.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/12/12 10:43 PM

bob, what is the generator for? You run the bear fence around the boat perimeter??

did some hiking the other day and there are just starting to be some buds on the high level alders...

i wonder if they will have enough time to prepare for the winter, being that they don't even have leaves yet...
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/12 12:36 AM

Starting to drizzle here at 1630.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/12 01:19 AM

We spent the last 10 days in rain down pour at times. Some of the ugliest weather I have seen in a while
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/12 08:52 AM

We have been having some pretty nice weather except for the intermitent rain clouds that been going over pretty hard rain coming out of them at times.

we went comercial fishing again tonight was kind of slow we managed just 400 lbs, had fish and game land on us with their super cup on floats while we were drifting with the net set out and had us hold up our permit card and crewmans licence and that was it,he then taxied up to the the next guy fishing up the river and checked him.
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/12 12:43 PM

Good to hear they are finally letting you fish some.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/12 01:25 PM

Hup:
My cleaning table is a stretch for a extension cord so I use the Honda to power my electric fillet knife. Finally gave up on the electrics after melting two so far this year.
Spek:
We have had ten days of real crap weather. Our grandson spent a week of his leave time with us and the sun was only out a few hours while he was here.
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/13/12 04:07 PM

Thoughtd I share a pic of a grizz on top of a beaver lodge. Sorry about the bad pic, he was to far away for iPhone to pick it up.

Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/12 08:16 AM

Originally Posted By: AKscott
Good to hear they are finally letting you fish some.

Thanks its been a tough year watching them all swim by,its kind of too little too late now though.

Thats a prety cool pic lb

since we managed to get a few kings comercial fishing I was able to jar and smoke some.
these smoked King heads are awsome I sealed a few and packed away for winter.

Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/12 08:34 AM

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/12 03:02 PM

Got some sockeye smoked up last weekend, thanks to mad-mike. smile
Brined, glazed, and ready to load into the smoker...

Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/12 03:18 PM

Must be that time of year.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/12 05:40 PM

Pretty cool pic LB
UB is that how you put your fish up or is that just a glazing rack?
I thought some one on here put fish in buckets or totes and layered in brown sugar and salt,but cant be sure maybe that was just there brine processes?
Any how I enjoy y'all pic of your fish put up,ya even yours Jeff,still don't see the point in eating the bait smile
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/12 06:13 PM

Great pics guys my deck looked just like that about two weeks ago, smoked 30 reds.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/12 07:08 PM

FO:
That is just our glazing racks we built to keep the flies out. We brine them in totes with brown sugar/salt.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/14/12 07:32 PM

Thanks UB I couldn't remember who it was,how long you brine them and do you cold smoke them?
Looking for different way to try putting up fish,may start smoking whole fillets,but sure do like stripped and jarred
I sure do like seeing all the different ways people put up there fish
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 01:35 AM

okie ...here is some bait I am also putting up smile
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 01:55 AM

What dos the writing in your smokehouse say Jeff?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 02:16 AM

I'll bite on that bait
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 02:31 AM

So would most of the girls I grew up with!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 02:36 AM

But you wouldn't ?
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 02:42 AM

That's some good lookin bait Jeff, if ya find yourself with to much of that ol nasty stuff I would be more than willing to help ya out, you can keep the heads, guts and tails, I will take them nasty strips.
Figured I had give ya some slack on the head pic beings Hup ain't on here to do it grin
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 02:49 AM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
What dos the writing in your smokehouse say Jeff?


Just the local gangs tagging the hood.

And I wish I could of filled the smokehouse this year but not happening,.. I will be putting up some fall chums soon I hope.

And Okie I was waiting for Hup to give me a hard time but he must be missing in action...or riding his bicycle.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 03:08 AM

You mean the Spandex Trapper ??
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 03:24 AM

They must be bored in Talkeetna to have done this !!


http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/story/2012-07-14/cat-mayor-alaska-town/56227188/1?csp=34news
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 03:34 AM

More likely stoned
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 05:46 AM

Jeff I was biking and running and working alot. Since the fishing sucks. I only went once this year. I haven't even been to kodiak to fill pawpinchers freezer for him. I guess I will just have to do some Internet fishing.

Not opposed to the smoked collars, those are good. So are the bellies.
Not hungry enough to eat the halibut bait though.
I
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 06:56 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
But you wouldn't ?


Have you seen the Disney cartoon "Lady and the Tramp?" The spaghettie scene? Works with strips too.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 08:29 AM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Jeff I was biking and running and working alot. Since the fishing sucks. I only went once this year. I haven't even been to kodiak to fill pawpinchers freezer for him...


Yeah, we are afraid we might starve to death without your divine intervention. Fishing Tuesday if the weather clears...I'll take pictures to remind you what it's like... laugh

"The spandex trapper"...LOL!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 02:39 PM

Frozen Oakie:
Use a 4 to 1 Brown Sugar/Salt brine for 24-36 hours than dry till heavily glazed then hot smoke them. Usually dry for 1-2 days but this year with all the rain its taking longer. My bride at times uses variations of Yosida sauce etc in the brine. Lots of work. I call them flying fish because this time of year everyone becomes very friendly to us.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 03:46 PM

Originally Posted By: Aknative
Originally Posted By: white17
But you wouldn't ?


Have you seen the Disney cartoon "Lady and the Tramp?" The spaghettie scene? Works with strips too.



Oh no. That's much too old for me to have seen it.
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/15/12 04:28 PM

A couple years back my son took over the fish smoking responsibilities. The family could not badger me into it anymore. He smoked a batch; the next morning the smoker was up in smoke. For some reason, I wasn't mad at him. smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 08:53 AM

You all probably dont want any of this.
Posted By: scalloper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 09:58 AM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
Frozen Oakie:
Use a 4 to 1 Brown Sugar/Salt brine for 24-36 hours than dry till heavily glazed then hot smoke them. Usually dry for 1-2 days but this year with all the rain its taking longer. My bride at times uses variations of Yosida sauce etc in the brine. Lots of work. I call them flying fish because this time of year everyone becomes very friendly to us.

I use the same brine for Atlantics except we add 1 oz pickeling spices for every 2 lbs of brine.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 01:13 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
You all probably dont want any of this.




I'm not even sure that picture is allowed on a family oriented website.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 03:16 PM

I'm afraid to ask. What pray tell is that?
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 03:51 PM

Looks like Beluga to me, but I am not an expert
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 04:01 PM

I thought this was beluga.....
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 04:22 PM




A pod?


Hope I'm not in trouble?
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 04:27 PM

My Lord!!!!! What would the Whaling Commision have to say about THAT!!! eek
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 04:43 PM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
My Lord!!!!! What would the Whaling Commision have to say about THAT!!! eek



You shouldn't be harpooning "THAT"?
Posted By: nampan

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 04:49 PM

Aguy sure learns a lot about alaskans on this site.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 05:15 PM

And sees somethings better not seen nampan...

Cougartail, WOW
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 05:26 PM

YJ was it a net caught one or hunted? The guys here usually hunt them in late fall and do their best to take the tender grey ones. We usually only see white ones taken incidentally in nets.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 06:59 PM

It was hunted down out of Emo. a guy came up river with one and turned me on to a slab.
I ate so much last night it almost put me into a coma smile
Posted By: Okiekajun

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/16/12 08:51 PM

Originally Posted By: Cougartail



A pod?


Hope I'm not in trouble?


Oh the Hu-manatee!!
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/17/12 12:18 AM

Originally Posted By: Cougartail



A pod?


Hope I'm not in trouble?


Warmth in the winter and shade in the summer.....!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/17/12 01:26 AM

The weather has taken it's toll. Brisket, anyone?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/17/12 11:21 PM

Could someone please quote that picture again..seeing it three times wasn't enough..lol

Here this might help cleanse your pallet...drifting on the Yukon.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/18/12 12:59 AM

Originally Posted By: Cougartail



A pod?


Hope I'm not in trouble?


Done!
Posted By: On a Call

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/18/12 01:19 AM

Oh my, you all up there are working way too hard.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/18/12 01:22 AM

Originally Posted By: Cougartail
Originally Posted By: Cougartail



A pod?


Hope I'm not in trouble?


Done!


Thanks
Posted By: FairbanksLS

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/18/12 03:18 AM


I really hope that is photo shopped.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/18/12 07:28 AM

Anybody heard of the current crisis in North Pole? Rumor has it there's intelligent zombies running around on killing sprees.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/18/12 11:57 AM

Originally Posted By: Cougartail



A pod?


Hope I'm not in trouble?


And this is a prime example of why there are starving people in China !!!


The bed would have to be made out of 12x12's to support that!!!! shocked
Posted By: DT7

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/18/12 02:20 PM

All I can say is the one on the right is an under achiever
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/18/12 04:36 PM

Now here's a dad, (out of diapers, I'm guessing), with inginuity......

A guy that thinks like that would probably make a good trapper!
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/18/12 07:24 PM

LOL!
Posted By: cmbb

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/18/12 11:54 PM

Any one of them would fit into Hup's fantasy! smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/19/12 02:55 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
We had a short three hour comercial opener last night.there was a decent amount of fish we could of filled the boat in a longer period but we did OK with such a short opening.

FnG is still in panic mode because of the kings so they let almost 2 million chums and almost 100,000 kings swim by so that was pretty nice of them to give us three hours..lol




3 HOURS ??????????


With such a short time period to fish, is it even worth it ?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/19/12 06:40 AM

C.B. yes three hours is better than nothing (if there is fish) we made $450 that period. the next period was 4 hrs we made $850 if we were fishing Kings we would be talking several thousand in a few hours.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/19/12 05:39 PM

Originally Posted By: cmbb
Any one of them would fit into Hup's fantasy! smile


No, I never wanted to go whaling.

i want to go seal clubbing.....


YJ,
While cleaning fish i dipnetted, everytime i threw the head, guts and carcass over the side I cringed at the thought of all the gourmet food I was wasting.... all the empty paper plates ude tot he restricted fishing there, and here I am wasting food...and the reds were HUGE.... No scale, but I would say the average for all would be 10lb fish....

I did save the bellies and eggs...... don't get all excited, not for dinner, but for bait...
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/19/12 06:35 PM

Awwww the Humnanity!..the bellies too?...whats wrong with the bellies?.. you should just buy fish sticks instead.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/19/12 08:23 PM

I never could figure out why people throw salmon bellies away. They are the fattest part of the fish. The fat is where all the omega is that they say a person needs to have good cholesterol. If you like salmon strips the belly strips are the best.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/19/12 09:05 PM

most of our reds this year were HUGE as well. I wonder if that is happening around the state also?
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/19/12 09:41 PM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
most of our reds this year were HUGE as well. I wonder if that is happening around the state also?


there were 2 fish that were so big, I had to check to ensure they weren't either a chum or a silver. I could not believe the size...

I wish I had a scale because i would bet that those two were approaching 13-14 lbs. They would have been big for a silver !!!
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/19/12 11:18 PM

So i would have to assume plankton in the ocean is at a high right now being that so many large reds are returning this year, makes a person wonder if that has anything to do with the kings doesn't it.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/19/12 11:46 PM

maybe it is all that leaked japanese radiation....
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/20/12 12:49 AM

Yep I expect I could catch Godzilla in my net any day now.
that head would feed the whole village
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/20/12 01:49 AM

It is more likely the age of the reds. Believe it or not different age classes return each year, some years there are more older fish and in some river systems the fish return at an older age than others as well. So if there is a strong return of fish 5 yr old fish vs 3 or 4 yr old fish you will see more large fish especially if they are 1.4 fish which are those that spent only 1 yr in fresh water and 4 in the salt vs 2.2 fish and are those that spent 2 yrs in fresh water and 2 in the salt.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/20/12 06:14 AM

It seems that the second run kenai reds are always bigger. And of those big ones they look different. People call them bluebacks. They have larger scales and they are darker blue then the typical light green.

I have been told those "bluebacks" are thought to spawn and rear in Skilak lake, not Russian river lake or the kenai lake.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/20/12 02:08 PM

Was always told the first run were mostly Russian River reds that due to the river tend to run smaller so they can breed. The bigger fish and most of the second run are Kenai reds that spawn and rear in Kenai Lake, then also spend time in Skilak Lake before heading out. They are bigger when they leave the river to the salt water, and so get bigger in the ocean and have a better survival rate.

Otterman is also right. Most of the biggest fish are 5 year olds. Seems to be a big year for 5 year olds as well as my son just got back from SE and they were seeing much larger reds there than in the past. I am curious how they are looking in the bay, but haven't talked to my brother-in-law yet.

Could be this is a bad year for Kings returning, but could be a great year for reds.

-TJ
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/20/12 03:57 PM

Just think how big those 7,8,9,10 year old Kings are going to be when they finally show up. smile If I remember right the majority of our reds are 2.2. They run kind of small.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/20/12 05:38 PM

Interesting to hear the reds in the Kenia run small and the lake bound fish run big here it is the opposite for the most part the bigger fish are found in the Nushagak/ Koktuli/ Mulchatna and spawn there and the smaller ones in the Wood River spawn in the lower Tikchik lake system.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/21/12 07:03 PM

Here is a 8 lb whitefish...going to be Agutuq soon smile
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/22/12 01:04 AM

The skilak reds are the hogs. Cook Inlet drifters had the biggest day drifting ever two days ago. I guess. Dipnetters are open 24 hours a day. They are trying to hold back the numbers getting up the river. Not a good thing to have over escapement.
With the setnetters being down so much there is a good possibility that it will happen. The best dipping is yet to come.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/23/12 06:34 AM

These are fall chums they are nicer bigger fish and more oil than the regular summer chums,they run all the way to Canada we caught 520 lbs tonight on a 6 hr comercial opener, some guys caught a few Cohoe's
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/23/12 07:39 AM

A buddy with a 311 pounder landed on the charter boat he works on (caught yesterday). Another friend landed a 435 on his boat yesterday. Still waiting to see the pic of that one. 95 1/2 inches long!

Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/23/12 07:51 AM

Nice! thats a barn door for sure.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/24/12 04:31 AM

Well the king strips are done...your all invited over... bring some beer.
Posted By: frozen okie

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/24/12 04:35 AM

Now that does look good!!!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/24/12 04:26 PM

YJ:
Curious how you prepare your strips? No Kings for us this year but made our strips from Sockeye.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/24/12 04:39 PM

Those looks good! We made 90 percent of our strips from Red's also.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/24/12 06:35 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
YJ:
Curious how you prepare your strips? No Kings for us this year but made our strips from Sockeye.


Real simple recipe..just dipped in a salt brine and cold smoked with dry alder and dry cottonwood.
I get more fancy with my hot smoked stuff, like maple syrup and brown suger with other spices.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/26/12 04:45 AM

Gonna be busy come fall! Mt. Goat permit, a fly in deer hunt in Oct. and an AZ Mule deer tag for Nov. Gonna do some coyote calling in AZ while there too. I'll miss the first couple of days of trapping season but I plan to hit it hard when I get back. Life is good!

What do you folks have cooking?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/26/12 05:32 AM

Moose season opens Tuesday... I might wait a bit and let em fatten up yet.

The geese will be flying here soon..so will work on some of them.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/26/12 06:15 AM

And let their red blood cell count come up! I don't like to hunt the early deer here because of the dang bugs. I would imagine they are ferocious up there in August!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/26/12 06:54 AM

Yea they realy put on the fat in August and we have a long season so no real hurry....the bugs do get bad but its been cool this summer so that keeps them down, but it only takes a warm afternoon and they will be out in full force!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/26/12 03:06 PM

What general area did you draw for mulie in Az? I spent a couple years there. Might be able to give ya some ideas. And some places are lousey with coyotes.
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/27/12 04:32 AM

Jeff those strips sure look delicious!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/27/12 05:20 AM

Thanks Ak907..they turned out pretty good.. the only way I was able to get any kings this year was incidental during our comercial chum fishing periods.been a tough year for kings for everyone around the state I hear...I hope you got enough.
Posted By: akmarten907

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/27/12 05:29 AM

Sure glad that you at least got some kings. This year I'm sure there was a bunch of folks that haven't really put fish away. You know, fishing wasn't all that bad at the beginning of the opening subsistence fishing periods until F&G restricted mesh size to chum nets. I don't have a chum drift net so chum fishing for me didn't happen this year. I did set my 35ft long chum net over night and all I can say was, Talk About Humpys! I did get four chums out of that 12hr opening but really not worth setting a net with millions of humpy swimming up the river. It was fun though as always fishing this year.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/27/12 06:36 AM

King fishing would of been good all season if they didnt restrict our nets..lol FnG was supposed to just let the first pulse of kings past but they ended up closing us down the whole season.

we can use 7.5'' now but the kings are gone.

there has been alot of humpys here as well,but they run close to the beach if you set out farther or by a sandbar you wont get a plugged net full of humpys.

we have a slug of real nice fall chums going by now with a few cohos mixed in so the fishing should be good up there in a few days I still need to put up some dry fish yet myself

good luck
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/12 04:20 AM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
What general area did you draw for mulie in Az? I spent a couple years there. Might be able to give ya some ideas. And some places are lousey with coyotes.


I drew in unit 18. My dad lives in Kingman and has hunted it the last few years. He has shot a couple of small bucks but says there are some decent ones around. I'm bringing a Foxpro for the yotes. Not sure if the fur is any good that time of year but it will still be fun.
I was working on my boat last night and was just finishing up loading my oil change stuff in the back of the truck when I went to hop off the trailer tongue to the ground and my boot hung up on top. I hit the pavement wrist first followed in short order by my tailbone and then head. Took a minute to figure out if I could get up. Broke my wrist and bruised my tail but my head feels great...lol! Cut my typing down from two fingers to one for a while. laugh
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/12 04:26 AM

APP- Ah man that sucks, what did the doc say the heal up time is. Heal up, and keep us posted with the foxpro Calling.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/12 04:41 AM

Our orthopedic surgeon is out of town and I don't yet know if it will require surgery. Family doc say 6 weeks in a cast if no surgery. Long enough to get a skinny little noodle arm out of the deal.. I can still wiggle my trigger finger but can't turn a reel handle. May have to get an accessory molded into my hard cast when I get it next week!
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/12 04:53 AM

Accessory mold on cast, if they won't do it jus Duct tape the rod to the cast and reel opposite handed :-) well hope it all go's good for ya. If ya can wiggle a finger ya can still Shoot the Gun.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/12 05:35 AM

Bummer..well good thing you saved the trigger finger... hope you heal soon..you can always get Hup down there and make him earn his keep...you know gutting and packing deer reeling and cleaning halibut.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/12 09:28 AM

Ouch Sorry to here that pincher. Bad time of year for that to happen.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/12 01:59 PM

Bum deal APP. The ones I have known with a similar injury usually end up with a small plate screwed into the wrist but healing is generally pretty quick. The head wound may be another story though smile.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/12 03:45 PM

I hunted way down in the south-eastern corner for coues a couple times, and after filling deer tags, we would shoot scaled and gamble's quail. Would limit out in an hour or two, with very generous limits. Then call coyotes, which seemed to be everywhere. This was the first rifle season, and the pelts weren't bad. I sure don't miss all that cactus, though!
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/12 10:29 PM

Alright guys, going on a trip till the 8th of August. Bring the kids to Disneyland and Sea world and ride around California in a RV with the Family. See guys on the Return.
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/28/12 11:45 PM

Have lots of fun and say hi to Mickey and Donald for us. smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/12 06:10 AM

See Hup its not all fish heads and goose feet soup...here we have Snow goose pot pie. MMMMMM....Mmmmmm
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/12 09:26 AM

Hmmmmmm!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/12 11:59 AM

GOOD MORNING , ALASKANS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


TIME TO WAKE UP !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/12 02:41 PM

Where are the feathers? smile
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/12 02:44 PM

Now that looks like some good eating right there yukon. My kind of groceries, pot pies of any kind. Yummmmm
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/12 03:49 PM

What's all that goose food doing in there ? That's not food !
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/12 11:43 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
What's all that goose food doing in there ? That's not food !


He probably did not clean them, just chopped them up, and the "goose food" ended up in the pot pie.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/29/12 11:43 PM

Looks good Jeff! That has to taste better than Burbot lips dipped in seal butter. smile Took my splint off so I could type with two fingers. Ain't no stopping me now...lol! OK, time to put it back on...
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/12 01:29 AM

Originally Posted By: trapper ron
Originally Posted By: white17
What's all that goose food doing in there ? That's not food !


He probably did not clean them, just chopped them up, and the "goose food" ended up in the pot pie.


No doubt you are correct !
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/12 03:56 AM

You guys are pretty funny..lol

tis the season.... the Salmon berrys are ready!
Posted By: mtbadger

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/12 04:26 AM

Looks like fish bait to me ^^^^^^^
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/12 04:31 AM

You use berries for fish bait?...strange folks in Montana.
Posted By: mtbadger

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/12 04:33 AM

LMAO Jeff they look like salmon eggs......

About the only berries I eat are preserved in a jar.....
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/12 04:49 AM

Yes they kind of do look like eggs..

They contain 300% of vitimin C per serving..so better than the fruit we get at the store.

these will be preserved in a jar soon smile some will be frozen for winter use.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/12 02:43 PM

Big year for salmon berries here too more so than normal.s has put away over 5 gallons and has 2 or 3 more she is still cleaning. She mentioned that the blueberries are really thick this year as well and should be ready in the next week or so.
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/12 03:21 PM

Well we're picking currants here. They must only grow in jungle habitat. smile
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/12 06:19 PM

Jeff what do the Blueberries look like. Is there going to be any this year? Been a couple slow years out there on them. I need to stock up.
Posted By: Ol' Blister

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/12 07:30 PM

A friend in Lime Village picked 2 gallons of blueberries there this weekend. She was headed out to get another two gallons yesterday. It sounds like they are doing well in that neck of the woods.

We saw ripe cranberries near McGrath on Saturday. Well, they looked ripe. I didn't eat any. They are not my favorites.

I'm waiting for my domestic raspberries to ripen!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/30/12 08:58 PM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
Jeff what do the Blueberries look like. Is there going to be any this year? Been a couple slow years out there on them. I need to stock up.


I didnt notice alot of them,but I was in more of a salmonberry spot, we had plenty of rain so I would imagine picking will be decent, still a week away on them here.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/31/12 07:16 AM

Caught more of those nasty old chums in a short comercial opener today..even got a few Coho's as well.

Hey pawpincher...did you get to see Pitbull today at wallmart? smile
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 07/31/12 08:07 AM

Haha, gotta love the world of N/R travels. Bumped to seattle three times and was to wait till 4pm. So i checked the flights from seattle to LA and looks like i'll be into LA tomrrow at some point tomorrow, so we gave up on the trip south. Our return dates were the 6th but they were gettting sketchy with seating so we gave up till next year. Jus gonna hang out here in Fairbanks and get the kids ready for school. Guess go see what Frontier outfitters and sporties has to offer. And bring them to the Fair here.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/01/12 05:16 AM

Jeff, I skipped the Pitbull event and took my dog for a hike instead. My wife went to it and said it was pretty good. He was a good sport and Walmart HQ donated 35k to local charities. If I didn't hate rap with every fiber in my being I might have gone... well, probably not...lol!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/01/12 06:08 AM

YT, if you're in town for any length of time, PM me maybe we can have coffee!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/01/12 07:48 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Jeff, I skipped the Pitbull event and took my dog for a hike instead If I didn't hate rap with every fiber in my being I might have gone... well, probably not...lol!


We must be brothers with the same taste in music ..but differant taste in food of course..lol
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/01/12 09:25 AM

AKN, will do. Was looking for a truck to buy online today. No call backs so far. Needing something while in town then bring to the barge lines. A few days of appointments with the kids then should be free afterwards.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/01/12 04:41 PM

Originally Posted By: Aknative
YT, if you're in town for any length of time, PM me maybe we can have coffee!


I'm in too....!
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/01/12 07:27 PM

Sounds like a Plan Guys lets set something up one of these days, well gonna head to Napa and Frontier Outfitters today.
Posted By: decoy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/01/12 07:52 PM

Yukon trapper, your a very flexible man. Roll with the punches.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/02/12 02:26 AM

Coffee all around!
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/02/12 08:58 AM

Where is the ATA place here in Fairbanks. Be cool to check it out, good place to meet up with others for some Coffee. :-)
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/02/12 04:11 PM

There really isn't an "ATA" place in Fbx any more. Closest thing to it is the Cutting Edge, although Mark and Angel no longer handle the retail stuff to any great degree. Cutting Edge is on Fox Avenue, near RR industrial area, off Phillips Field Road, near Florcraft. A bit hard to get to, what with all the streets torn up along Illinois Street. Best to come in from Peger Rd.

Pete
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/03/12 12:06 AM

Thanks Pete, yea i saw the roads are a mess In some places. Well got one of the kids there eyewear, the other on the 8th. Hey pete was reading a log building book and saw a pictue of you back in the early 80's i believe. I liked the cabin designs. Was over pioneer park yesterday so i can check out the old cabins, kids had a blast.
Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/03/12 05:11 PM

Originally Posted By: yukontrapper
Thanks Pete, yea i saw the roads are a mess In some places. Well got one of the kids there eyewear, the other on the 8th. Hey pete was reading a log building book and saw a pictue of you back in the early 80's i believe. I liked the cabin designs. Was over pioneer park yesterday so i can check out the old cabins, kids had a blast.


If you are looking for me these days, don't look for the skinny guy portrayed in those photos!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/06/12 11:04 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Jeff, I skipped the Pitbull event and took my dog for a hike instead If I didn't hate rap with every fiber in my being I might have gone... well, probably not...lol!


We must be brothers with the same taste in music ..but differant taste in food of course..lol


Yep, I have a pretty tame pallet...lol!

No surgery on the wrist unless it doesn't heal up right! Kind of a good news bad news thing as it can take up to 12 weeks for it to close on it's own (scaphoid bone). Got a half arm cast with finger usage. I sure miss my thumb!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/10/12 05:48 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
I can still wiggle my trigger finger but can't turn a reel handle. May have to get an accessory molded into my hard cast when I get it next week!


Well if you had reels with the handle on the CORRECT side, you would be able to reel still....

Or, just put some cord off the down rigger and attach it above the ball, drop that to the bottom... .. white trash electric reel right there...

Are you going to need a packer now for that deer hunt????
Posted By: lbtrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/13/12 07:39 PM

Time to make some fox snares! And cable extensions lol

Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/16/12 05:45 AM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
I can still wiggle my trigger finger but can't turn a reel handle. May have to get an accessory molded into my hard cast when I get it next week!


Well if you had reels with the handle on the CORRECT side, you would be able to reel still....

Or, just put some cord off the down rigger and attach it above the ball, drop that to the bottom... .. white trash electric reel right there...

Are you going to need a packer now for that deer hunt????


I'm learning how to do things with my left hand I never dreamed of... but reeling an open face reel lefty isn't one of them. Weird because I always reel spinning reels lefty...?? I like your downrigger idea...lol!
I got the deer hunt covered but I may need help with a goat. jk, once this cast comes off, billy is gonna die! Saw probably 30 goats today while scouting. Most were pretty far back in the hills but one billy was in a doable location. One month from now I hope to be putting a stalk on one. Xrays next week... hoping for good news! My coccyx is still sore but getting better slowly (in case you were wondering grin ) .

Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/16/12 10:01 PM

"musk ox and people don't mix well in NOme"

Yeah, maybe, but musk ox and some pork fat at 10% sure mixes well
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/16/12 10:52 PM

I just picture it ! The mighty Ox slayer Alaskan applying to do Ox ADC work in Gnome. smile
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/17/12 02:51 AM

Ron, you beat me to it. I want to go to Nome and hunt in Alakans yard! smile
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/12 07:13 AM

Darn weather we were suppose to head to moose camp today but rain and winds mostly winds kept us home the bay is rocking and rolling with the water we have to cross was rocking hard with up to 5 foot seas or more not good in a 18 foot Lund with my grand daughter along. Seems to be laying down tonight so hopefully we are gone in the morning. Have a fun week all I know I will smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/12 07:25 AM

I hear ya.. its been whipping up hear for two days high winds and heavy rain.

we have a comercial opening in the morning so I hope it calms down some if it quits raining that would be nice but thats asking too much.lol

good luck...keep safe..dont forget the camera.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/12 04:40 PM

Really kicking butt here right now. Guess I won't work on the roof today.

Good luck Todd.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/12 05:57 PM

yep sideways rain here and blowing 40-50. Not a good day to put in the woodstove smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/12 06:10 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Really kicking butt here right now. Guess I won't work on the roof today.

Good luck Todd.


Could always send OL blister up.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/19/12 06:14 PM

Great idea Jeff. I'll get right on that.
Posted By: AndyPribonic

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/20/12 03:21 AM

I hope the weather isnt tooo bad, im supposed to arrive to Anchorage around 4:00pm tommorrow.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/20/12 04:05 AM

we had a wet day comercial fishing today.. the fish were running good and we got over 1000 lbs about half and half Coho's and fall chums the price of the Coho's went up to $1.25 a lb so we made over a grand in about 6 hrs smile
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/20/12 06:41 PM

Hey Ken, I see McG has a blk wolf hanging around town, has it started cleaning up the stray dogs yet?
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/20/12 06:45 PM

I'm hoping that's why he's here.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/20/12 06:53 PM

Why doesn't anyone shoot it? Seasons open and sounds like alot of sightings, or is this wolf from Juneau.LOL
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/20/12 07:16 PM

I think they're hesitant in case it's someone's dog....which I wouldn't be surprised if it is.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/20/12 11:16 PM

Wow. I thought loose dogs in the village were shot on principle.

-TJ
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/20/12 11:33 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Wow. I thought loose dogs in the village were shot on principle.

-TJ


They probably don't have a Chinese restaurant in McGoo
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/20/12 11:38 PM

There used to be a $10 bounty paid by the city here but we have too many bleeding hearts for that now.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/21/12 12:02 AM

Same as here, a Woman here got bit over a week ago. Her son got bitten last year. Now they are proposing that the animal must bite 3 times before it can be dispatched. They're is a Woman here, some kinda Hugger "Bleeding hearts" and some others who said they'll fight the community to stand up for dogs that attack people. Lol alot of folks jus said if they have any issues they'll jus dispatch it before kids get bitten. Time of year kids are walking to and from school. I jus have to be thankful for a compact pistol. A bull dog got some carhartts pieces outta me 6-7 years ago. Compact won.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/21/12 12:20 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
There used to be a $10 bounty paid by the city here but we have too many bleeding hearts for that now.


Still $10 here.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/12 09:03 PM

Woohoo... out of the cast and into a velcro wrist brace. Another round of CT scans and x-rays today and won't know for sure until the 6th if it's good to go (next available slot with the Doc), but it already feels a heck of a lot better. It will be a little while before I can skin anything but I'll be back in the game before too long. Don't ever break your scaphoid if you can help it...lol! You guys are slackin'! No pics on this thread in a while!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/12 09:23 PM

That's good news !
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/12 09:38 PM

Hope the wrist mends quick AKP!

Spent a week in the Village, ate lots of Native food, hung out with family.

Got to ride the jet all they way to Dillingham, then the Cherokee for the final leg.


Primary mode of transportation.


The fun begins!


Had fresh pink salmon for lunch on the river bank. Tain't bad in my opinion, but made my wife sick.


Bear tracks where we had lunch.


Break time on the river.


Caribou season was open, didn't see any, moose season opened the day we left. Looking forward to another vacation near Fairbanks starting this Saturday!

Be safe out there!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/28/12 11:36 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
That's good news !


Thanks Ken, I'm pretty happy with the progress. Fingers are stiff from being in the cast and not having full flexion and my thumb is still pretty useless, but as soon as I get the all clear I'll rehab it asap. Missed a lot of good fishing. Nice Pics AKN and thanks! I know who you meant smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/12 02:42 AM

In my experience...doing fun stuff is the best way to rehab something like that. It's easier to ignore the discomfort or maybe it's just worth the pain.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/12 11:47 AM

Speaking of pain- Just survived our yearly trip to the big village. 52 boxes of groceries in the mail and melted plastic.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/12 03:14 PM

Did it hit 90 degrees anywhere in AK this year ?

Summer seems like it is over. the Leaves on the trees are changing color.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/12 03:17 PM

Cottonwoods are dropping here. What a wet, cold year.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/12 03:19 PM

Nice AKN, looks like alot of fun. Thats the same boat i Rhino-lined!
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/12 04:38 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
Speaking of pain- Just survived our yearly trip to the big village. 52 boxes of groceries in the mail and melted plastic.


Glad you made it out of the big village safe and sound! smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/12 06:15 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
Speaking of pain- Just survived our yearly trip to the big village. 52 boxes of groceries in the mail and melted plastic.



How much is a gallon of Milk up there now ?
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/12 06:19 PM

Bob I've got my visits to Los Anchorage down to a bare minimum as well. I wish we had headed your way this summer instead of the chum & humpy misfortune of the Nush. Headed out on a sheep hunt in an hr or so,sure to be wet & cold this time of year! Jim
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/29/12 07:07 PM

Good luck Jim!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/30/12 03:43 PM

CB:
Don't know the gallon prices as we buy ours in case lots of the type that doesn't require refrigeration till opened.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/30/12 03:44 PM

Jim:
Was the silver run on the Nush as weak as ours?
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/30/12 06:53 PM

Bob, the silver run on the Nush has been fantastic. There are fish swimming around in the harbor again today smile
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/31/12 07:54 PM

What is the average weight of the King Salmon harvested this year ?
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 08/31/12 10:41 PM

CB that will vary greatly from one river system to another
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/01/12 09:28 AM

I guess NatGeo has a new AK survival show coming out, they had planned to have "Hardcore Huntress" Melissa Bachman on it. A petition to remove her because she's a "trophy hunter" was started, so they decided to axe her. I started a petition to keep her on because she is a good hunter.

http://www.change.org/petitions/national...k-survival-show
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/02/12 07:27 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
In my experience...doing fun stuff is the best way to rehab something like that. It's easier to ignore the discomfort or maybe it's just worth the pain.


Finally felt like I could handle a little solo fishing today. Trolled up a couple of feeder kings and managed to wear them out enough to get a net under 'em. Pretty awkward with the brace on but I figured it out. I didn't notice any discomfort at all during the fight...lol!
September kings...


Trapper on our last hike @ 10 months...


Trappers swimming hole...
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/02/12 06:22 PM

Beautiful fish and nice pictures, thank you for sharing. I know one trapper that will not be swimming in that swimming hole. smile
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/12 12:50 AM

Originally Posted By: trapper ron
Beautiful fish and nice pictures, thank you for sharing. I know one trapper that will not be swimming in that swimming hole. smile


I went swimming in there once when I was younger and dumber. The teens that grew up here swim there quite a bit. The ice and snow didn't melt off until early July this year so I have a feeling it is a little colder than usual... No Thanks! Already a hint of fall here. The fireweed has topped out and some of it is starting to turn. Alder leaves are starting to curl too... Summer... we hardly knew ye!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/12 03:44 AM

The kodiak banana peels should be ripe in another 3 weeks too
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/12 03:51 AM

Happy Birtday Hup!...any swans? where did you hunt?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/12 04:14 AM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
The kodiak banana peels should be ripe in another 3 weeks too



Yeah, Happy Birthday! I'm not going goat hunting until the snot grass has the consistency of K-Y and the banana peels rule the slopes!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/12 05:01 AM

Christmas came early this year. I got these from a guy on here from WY for a fair price, he is going to buy himself some MBs for trapping wolves this year.


the #1 was mine I threw it in for size comparison
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/12 01:47 PM

The green is starting to turn here and the swans are on there training flights for the young. In the second photo a mid air had just occurred with flying feathers but don't know if it was inexperience or just play. I'm not so sure we had a summer. It might of been the six days I was in Los Anchorage.

Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/12 03:27 PM

Bob those both look like mature birds to me if they are tundra swans. Immature ones are quite grey still in early sept. I know nothing about trumpeters though. We saw some adult tundra swans this weekend flying around almost appeared as they were doing the mating ritual which i found odd.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/03/12 04:53 PM

Nice traps Jeff! UB, the second pic is really cool. Looks like somebody is getting a talking to!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/12 03:02 PM

F222:
These are Tundra's in the photos based on the yellow teardrop on the bill. The lead bird in the first photo is a immature and I thought the lead bird in the second photo was also even though the angle of the light makes him look almost as white as the adults. We've had several family groups swimming in front of the house and the young are the same size as the adults but are not as white as the adults. Earlier the gray color was more prominent. Have also watched the odd behavior that looked like the mating ritual they do when they first arrive in the spring. Maybe they are out of sync because of all the global warming.
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/12 04:12 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Christmas came early this year. I got these from a guy on here from WY for a fair price, he is going to buy himself some MBs for trapping wolves this year.


the #1 was mine I threw it in for size comparison


He sold those for MB's?? He must have fell off his rocker!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/12 04:15 PM

He said he didnt want them to get ripped off,and thats understandable and could buy more MBs with the money.

Also probably teath are not leagle there.

(I did suggest Ak #9s)
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/12 06:59 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
F222:
These are Tundra's in the photos based on the yellow teardrop on the bill. The lead bird in the first photo is a immature and I thought the lead bird in the second photo was also even though the angle of the light makes him look almost as white as the adults. We've had several family groups swimming in front of the house and the young are the same size as the adults but are not as white as the adults. Earlier the gray color was more prominent. Have also watched the odd behavior that looked like the mating ritual they do when they first arrive in the spring. Maybe they are out of sync because of all the global warming.


Maybe just hooking up with a new mate. Seems that swans don't always mate for life and the lady swans can be a little 'loose' with their affections... Or Hup broke up a few 'marriages'...
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/12 07:25 PM

I just shot the lady swans. There are going to be some fun times for those now single bachelors over-wintering in Mexico
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/12 07:55 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
He said he didnt want them to get ripped off,and thats understandable and could buy more MBs with the money.

Also probably teath are not leagle there.

(I did suggest Ak #9s)


Sounds like a good deal for you! smile
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/12 07:56 PM

Yeah you know how those illegal avians are.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/12 08:10 PM

Originally Posted By: white17
Yeah you know how those illegal avians are.


Speaking of which, we shot one of the Eurasian wigeon.... non-immigrant alien...
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/12 08:18 PM

Originally Posted By: northway
Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
He said he didnt want them to get ripped off,and thats understandable and could buy more MBs with the money.

Also probably teath are not leagle there.

(I did suggest Ak #9s)


Sounds like a good deal for you! smile


Yes I had no complaints..I have a few 750s I was considering throwing in on the deal but shipping from Alaska would of been more than they were worth smile
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/04/12 09:47 PM

Ubob we shoot ones that are totally grey still through september.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/05/12 01:51 AM

Originally Posted By: white17
Yeah you know how those illegal avians are.


grin
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/05/12 07:13 AM

The storm took out the power in much of Anchorage Chugiak and Eagle River over 30,000 with out power..channel 2 in Anchorage is running on generator. glad I live in a village where storms are a part of everyday life.

Hup you better get out and do some looting smile

Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/05/12 03:35 PM

YJ: Good point about storms in the bush. We should name them like the Bubba's do. Zelda by May Day.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/05/12 10:24 PM

Bob the wind been kicking you around all week?
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/12 01:22 AM

We have had wind/heavy rain all week but not as bad as Anchorage got.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/12 10:54 PM

Rats! Back into a cast for 4 more weeks. CT scan showed that the break still wasn't completely closed. On the bright side, it gives me another month to prep for my goat hunt. frown
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/12 11:05 PM

Must be that corrosive personality.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/06/12 11:27 PM

Just like Coca cola... OK in small quantities but too much will make you sick... and good for cleaning battery terminals. grin
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/07/12 02:37 AM

Coors light cures all ailments. Plus, less calories, for those who care. Season is approaching, so drink heartily!
Posted By: newhouse114

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/07/12 02:52 AM

I for one will deal with the calories, give me a good porter or stout any day!
Posted By: cweg94

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/07/12 04:05 AM

hey everybody. i was down on the russian last weekend. i caught a few trout and had a great time. i even had a little three year old black bear walk right up next to me and sniff my leg right by the truck. on the way back i fished quartz creek from a pull off. i didn't get anything but i was reading somewhere that there were some dollies in there. should i go from the bridge for them? i would just like to have an option if the russian gets too crowded for me next weekend.
Posted By: mtbadger

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/07/12 01:59 PM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
Coors light cures all ailments. Plus, less calories, for those who care. Season is approaching, so drink heartily!


I agreee AV "Coors Light" takes care of everything......(also know as "Silver Sissies")
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/07/12 06:00 PM

I agree 100% with you newhouse! I like mine to have some flavor! Plus i drink less of them than others cause they fill you up quicker and have more bang. And price, well by drinkin a few less it is about the same. Thank God itsa huntin season again smile.
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/07/12 11:27 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
The storm took out the power in much of Anchorage Chugiak and Eagle River over 30,000 with out power..channel 2 in Anchorage is running on generator. glad I live in a village where storms are a part of everyday life.

Hup you better get out and do some looting smile





Poor city folk! That must have been the day the wind was trying to blow me and my load of sheep off the cliffs. Maybe next time? smile
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/10/12 03:07 PM

Just got the new ATA mag. What a great article by Marty Meierotto. The picture of his face covered in ice is awsome. Kind of looks like Hannible Lector! grin
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/11/12 02:30 AM

Found a few of my trapping pics from SE... That was fun!
Natural leaner with newspaper box...


Ground set with 1.5


Buck mink filling up a 120, cubby set.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/11/12 04:17 PM

Where's the snow!



Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/11/12 11:52 PM

Everybody knows it doesn't snow in Sitka...









Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/12/12 05:06 AM

Cool pictures guys....

The geese are bailing out of here fast it got realy quiet and only saw a few flocks today and only got a crack at one.

Some of these Cacklers have a white ring around their neck.

Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/12/12 07:12 AM

You must be pretty sneaky! Never saw anybody get close enough to stab one in the head with a willow stick before! NinjaJeff!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/12/12 07:13 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff



Disappointed. I was hoping to see it's feet......in a soup..
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/12/12 07:18 PM

hup what are you doing on tman? thought you were gone on the koyokuk?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/12 12:52 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
You must be pretty sneaky! Never saw anybody get close enough to stab one in the head with a willow stick before! NinjaJeff!


I sit on a park bench and coax them up with a piece of bread.

Here Hup.. soup from days gone by.. I hate to disapoint.

Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/12 01:15 AM

I couldn't eat something that was grinning at me... well...

What a difference a couple of weeks make... Fall is here, at least up in the hills...



Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/12 04:04 PM

Is that up Pillar?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/12 05:31 PM

That's the back side of Old Woman looking towards Erskine and Cope... This is what Pillar looked like a week and a half ago... The green is going quick!

6 wind turbines on top now...


Looking back towards Devil's Prongs...


Posted By: Nunamiut

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/12 06:39 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
That's the back side of Old Woman looking towards Erskine and Cope... This is what Pillar looked like a week and a half ago... The green is going quick!

6 wind turbines on top now...


Looking back towards Devil's Prongs...



Is that a Norwegian Elkhound akpaw?
Posted By: scotty

how early to take beaver in Sept/Oct... - 09/13/12 07:00 PM

How early are you guys taking your beaver for personal use for sewing mits, mucks, etc? On the Yukon river, we are having some ice on the ponds in the mornings at 24 degrees, back up to 50 during the day in mid sept....hard to get to our beaver in winter though on the sloughs due to thick ice OR everyone CLAIMS that 50 miles of the sloughs are theirs for the last 50 years...Most, NOT ALL, of them never trap it..go figure...BUT, we do have a couple of HARD working men that do alot and put their butts on the line on the sloughs with over flow, deep snow, etc, gotta respect these guys and put in a word for them!!! Tough son of a guns!
Posted By: Dirt

Re: how early to take beaver in Sept/Oct... - 09/13/12 07:46 PM

Originally Posted By: scotty
How early are you guys taking your beaver for personal use for sewing mits, mucks, etc? On the Yukon river, we are having some ice on the ponds in the mornings at 24 degrees, back up to 50 during the day in mid sept....hard to get to our beaver in winter though on the sloughs due to thick ice OR everyone CLAIMS that 50 miles of the sloughs are theirs for the last 50 years...Most, NOT ALL, of them never trap it..go figure...BUT, we do have a couple of HARD working men that do alot and put their butts on the line on the sloughs with over flow, deep snow, etc, gotta respect these guys and put in a word for them!!! Tough son of a guns!


I like to wait till the end of October. Otterman works them in October apparently and is happy with them. I never worked them that early.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/12 09:15 PM

Originally Posted By: Nunamiut
Is that a Norwegian Elkhound akpaw?




Yes, he is about 11 months old. My wife got him for me for Christmas. He's my hiking buddy... name is Trapper. Good temperament, smart, loves to play, very active, and digs like a badger... lol!
Posted By: scotty

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/12 10:17 PM

Dirt, love your "Who is John Galt"...I'm in the bush, so never saw the first movie, did you? Any good?

Man, the 3 hour speech by Galt is sooo important in today's discussion of taxes, economics, etc.....or lack of discussion...
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/12 10:51 PM

Originally Posted By: scotty
Dirt, love your "Who is John Galt"...I'm in the bush, so never saw the first movie, did you? Any good?

Man, the 3 hour speech by Galt is sooo important in today's discussion of taxes, economics, etc.....or lack of discussion...


I saw the movie. It was O.K. I saw it at the Skwentna Cinemaplex. wink Just kidding, on DVD. Book is better. It's worth watching though.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/13/12 11:57 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Originally Posted By: Nunamiut
Is that a Norwegian Elkhound akpaw?




Yes, he is about 11 months old. My wife got him for me for Christmas. He's my hiking buddy... name is Trapper. Good temperament, smart, loves to play, very active, and digs like a badger... lol!



I thought that was a wolf ! WT heck ?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/12 12:00 AM

Please let me know if you head my way and I'll make sure he stays in the house...lol!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/12 12:11 AM

LOL!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/12 12:19 AM

Scotty, I take a lot the 10-20th of Oct but wouldn't want to take them much earlier. With you being further north have shorter daylight and colder weather they should be better a week or two earlier. I imagine Oct 1 would be a good target day to start for you but just a guess on my part
Posted By: mtbadger

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/12 02:59 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
You must be pretty sneaky! Never saw anybody get close enough to stab one in the head with a willow stick before! NinjaJeff!


I sit on a park bench and coax them up with a piece of bread.

Here Hup.. soup from days gone by.. I hate to disapoint.



SORRY YJ that just looks GROSS.... I would have a hard time getting it to the nose let alone in the mouth.....just saying....
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/12 03:25 AM

I can't figure out what Jeff uses for trapping bait since he always appears to be eating it. smile
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/12 03:55 AM

I dont use bait

Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/12 05:11 AM

http://vimeo.com/49412119

Mute it if you have to, but it's worth the laughs!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/12 03:42 PM

I never would have imagined Pillar looking like that! Do the turbines supplement KEA?
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/12 04:22 PM

I think Ayn Rand warned us about those wind generators. I wonder if Wesley Mouch was responsible for them? frown
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/12 04:42 PM

There are a lot of Mooches responsible for our problems
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/12 05:16 PM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
I never would have imagined Pillar looking like that! Do the turbines supplement KEA?


Yes, the first three were put in a few years ago and the last three just finished up. KEA is putting in a third hydro turbine at Terror Lake in the next couple of years as well. By the time they are done Kodiak will be @ 95% renewable energy, with the other 5% from the diesel generators as needed. The wind turbines were Federally subsidized. It's actually a pretty good deal for us with diesel as high as it is. Our rates have stayed pretty stable and are low compared to most of the state. They sure did tear up a lot of mountain top to put those things in though.
Posted By: scotty

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/14/12 05:59 PM

Dirt, One thing I did not see in Atlas Shrugged was a scene about the Federal Government's purchasing 1.2 BILLION rounds of Ammo!!!! WHAT THE HE!!? I did read on Reuters that in Iraq, we used an average of 70 million rounds a year...let me see, we had 19 alleged hijackers on 9/11, and the government expended 0 rounds of ammo on them...now we need 1.2 billion rounds for our new federal police force of less than 144,000 officers, which many are SECURITY GUARDS at NOAA, the Social Security offices, etc!!!!! And most of which was .223 Full Metal Jackets, outlawed by the Geneva Convention...So let me get this straight, we can't use FMJ against our enemies, but we can use it here in the good old US of A against our own people????

As General Turgidson said in "Dr. Strangelove, "Mr. President, I'm beginning to smell a big fat commie RAT!"..

I wonder if the federal fish and game dept is part of Homeland Security? Anyone know? See, this post IS TIED into trapping!!!
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/12 03:23 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Everybody knows it doesn't snow in Sitka...













What Month was that picture taken ?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/12 05:21 AM

CB,
The date on the original pic file says March 2007. Pretty sure that's right.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/12 06:18 AM

Posted By: AlaskanGrunt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/15/12 07:09 AM

I saw that on facebook. Love it.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/16/12 05:54 AM

Hope all you South central folks get some sleep tonight....they are calling for 110 mph gust tonight.
Should be lots of firewood in a neighborhood near you.


Posted By: Pete in Frbks

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/16/12 12:59 PM

I'm trying to fly back today from a fire assignment in Idaho. Instead of Boise,Seattle, Fairbanks, unfortunately the government travel office saw fit to route me from Boise to Portland to Anchorage to Fairbanks. Supposed to land in Anchorage this evening.

Hope the breezes die down by then. I'm really not in a mood to stay overnight in Portland.

Pete
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/16/12 07:34 PM

Still blowing 40 at our house with higher gusts. Wife's mini green house is in tatters on the back deck once again. May be a while before it clears out of South Central.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/16/12 08:09 PM

Raining pretty good here but the wind is only about 10. MAde a fire in the stove for the first time this year. Nice !
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/16/12 08:24 PM

It blew by us last night and a nice sunny fall day out here now smile
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/17/12 12:26 AM

We are getting pounded pretty good, SW wind makes the harbor look like just another part of the shore line. 17 foot high tide is storm surged up to over 24 feet and high tide isn't for another hour and half.
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/17/12 03:03 PM

Can't believe how much water the wind pushed in here with only a 17' tide. The bears don't like swimming so much for there fish.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/17/12 04:31 PM

Really been pounding us here all night too.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/17/12 04:36 PM

We are in the clear this morning... nice day. We need more rain. The Buskin River is low and so plugged up with humpies that the silvers won't come in. O2 level is so far down that the fish are suffocating. We got close to an inch over the weekend but need a few more pdq!
Posted By: scotty

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/18/12 12:01 AM

Rendering bear fat question...got a blackie on our river that had been eating some fish, tastes good , but rendered fat seems a bit darker and stronger smell, not bad though, than my spring bear... Just not as clear as my spring bear...normal? Also do you eat the cracklings, ideas?

Oh messed up first batchby putting stringy fat and left some meat on fat...is this good to treat a $220 pair of danner boots or bad idea?
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/18/12 11:14 PM

Originally Posted By: scotty
Rendering bear fat question...got a blackie on our river that had been eating some fish, tastes good , but rendered fat seems a bit darker and stronger smell, not bad though, than my spring bear... Just not as clear as my spring bear...normal? Also do you eat the cracklings, ideas?

Oh messed up first batchby putting stringy fat and left some meat on fat...is this good to treat a $220 pair of danner boots or bad idea?


I rendered a fish eating blackie once. The oil never set up. I made sausage out of the meat. I was the only one in the family that could gag it down. After a while even I couldn't eat it.
Posted By: scotty

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/19/12 03:59 PM

My bear meat is Ok, even cut into steaks...it's not as sweet as a berry bear, but pretty good...just the rendered fat from my spring bear seems clearer and more of a neutral odor.. I did inherit some pigs last year that were fish feed for months, then my buddy and I feed them out three weeks with all the grain/protein they could eat and had to butcher them after 3 weeks since we both were leaving for training...We gagged on most of it...ground into moose sausage, it was not bad, but, the fish smell came out worse in the back strap, fatty ribs, etc...sooo, for the record, it takes at least 5 weeks of grain feeding to knock out the taste...

I'll make some bread this evening with the fat, it smells like regular crisco, but not the spring fat for sure...
Posted By: chicken

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/19/12 04:56 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
You must be pretty sneaky! Never saw anybody get close enough to stab one in the head with a willow stick before! NinjaJeff!


I sit on a park bench and coax them up with a piece of bread.

Here Hup.. soup from days gone by.. I hate to disapoint.



Thats just nasty!!!!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/19/12 05:21 PM

Be sure to tell the guys that eat head chease and hot dogs that they are nasty too...pretty much the same thing that goes into them
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/19/12 05:23 PM

Getting the rain we needed... good day to clean the garage and build snares.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/19/12 05:48 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Be sure to tell the guys that eat head cheese and hot dogs that they are nasty too...pretty much the same thing that goes into them

I couldn't agree more. When I came out to western AK 30 yrs ago I tried everything, it was either that or go hungry in some cases. I found that most of it was good when properly prepared. I seldom eat beef, pork, or chicken anymore beef generally taste bad even what most would call a good steak.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/19/12 06:14 PM

Scrapple, tripe, chitlins...

Yep, I'd rather have a bowl of Jeff's famous goose grin soup!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/19/12 08:59 PM

Thanks guys I got my feelings hurt for a minute "sniff"

Oh and dont forget Dirts Spam..MMMM...mmmm lol
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/19/12 09:00 PM

In case any of you guys need a new ruff I just posted these in the trap shed for a reasonble price.

Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/20/12 12:55 AM

Things are getting a little wet around here. No river silt yet!


But my little friend is endangered!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/20/12 01:40 AM

I would say you have it the saturation point there Dirt. Enough already!
Better get the canoe out and rescue that hamster.
Posted By: Boco

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/20/12 03:04 AM

Looks a little soggy on the basketball court,lol.
Who parked that snowmachine on the foul line?
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/20/12 04:58 AM

Cook Inlet salvage opportunities coming your way probably tomorrow afternoon. Should be plenty of fuel barrels, swamped boats, and gas cans coming through. Just look out for the cottonwood trees. cry
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/20/12 05:59 AM



Dinner! Moose heart fried with bacon, and ravioli!
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/20/12 07:25 AM

Dang- starting to turn into a Martha Steward cooking fest here.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/20/12 12:24 PM

Glad you specified ravioli. I thought it might be some gut cavity stuff and that Jeff was coming over for dinner.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/20/12 12:54 PM

I was gonna bring back some of the stomach for my cousin, but it was pretty blistered!
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/20/12 01:19 PM

I can imagine with two rounds going through.
Posted By: AlaskanGrunt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/21/12 12:34 AM

When I lived in Washington our turkey camp had a tradition that every time you killed a bird, that night you had to take a shot of Wild Turkey Whiskey from a tanned deer testicle. I'm doing that with the next moose bull I shoot, except it'll be more like s beer mug!

Any buddy else have weird hunting trapping traditions?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/21/12 07:24 AM

Originally Posted By: AlaskanGrunt
When I lived in Washington our turkey camp had a tradition that every time you killed a bird, that night you had to take a shot of Wild Turkey Whiskey from a tanned deer testicle. I'm doing that with the next moose bull I shoot, except it'll be more like s beer mug!

Any buddy else have weird hunting trapping traditions?


I don't burden myself with too many rules, but as a rule I never drink (or eat) anything from a nut sack- tanned or otherwise. sick laugh May sound corny to some, but I always thank the animal and God whenever I kill. That has always been a family tradition.
Posted By: AlaskanGrunt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/21/12 09:11 AM

Yeah that was a quirk they had from before I went there, but it was amusing enough. I thank the animal and the spirits too. I also always have to have 3 shotgun shells in my left pocket, and 4 in my right when grouse hunting. No more, no less. I'll load up the pockets of my jacket but my pant pockets must be like that. also toasted egg salad sammiches on duck hunts. I'm very superstitious.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/21/12 03:18 PM

Maybe that's the key, Dirt! You gotta have a can of Spam in your pocket AT ALL TIMES while chasing bears! smile
Posted By: Castor Gitter

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/21/12 03:33 PM

Sounds like good huntin insurance smile. Now just think if ya brought the can of spam along trapping.....
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/12 01:52 PM

Well any of you fellows that are good at tearing motors completely apart, throwing the parts in a five gallon bucket of water to clean them, and putting it all back together need to head out this way when the water goes down as my son boated out yesterday and said these opportunities abound in logjams all along the Yentna. One lodge caretaker apparently abandoned his post down at Lake Creek and there is a whole yard full of boats swamped with all the Yamaha 4 strokes fixing to drown. He passed a mass exodus of water craft loaded with ATV's and other salvageables headed down river; some unable to get on step. I don't know what they're planning to do when they have to head up river on the Susitna. Lastly my wonderful prodigy fished me a nice plastic 55 gallon barrel out of the river for a present. What a son!
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/12 03:05 PM

You raised him right! cool
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/12 03:15 PM

Originally Posted By: alaska viking
You raised him right! cool


I don't trust him though. He's always trying to weasel my secret hunting and fishing spots out of me. wink
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/12 05:11 PM

Dirt are you, well no sense in calling it the flood zone because lots of people are being flooded that are not in the flood zone. Are you within reach of any water besides rain?
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/22/12 06:10 PM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
Dirt are you, well no sense in calling it the flood zone because lots of people are being flooded that are not in the flood zone. Are you within reach of any water besides rain?


Not yet. Back from a river check. It dropped a foot from yesterdays peak. If the next rain cycle is anywhere near the last we will be the proud owners of river bottom property again.

BTW Anybody know how long marten can tread water? frown

P.S. Don't worry about me. I'm hard to kill. wink

Update Alert! 30 miles up Skwentna River; Pouring Rain; 50 degrees and snow melting; River up a foot. Update Over!
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/23/12 01:42 AM

Subsisting for another year.



-TJ
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/23/12 09:18 AM

Oh Sweet TJ. Looks like some tight quarters. Did you stalk in the trees? Or bring him to you.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/23/12 09:34 AM

Has anyone stopped to contemplate the fact that this almighty thread has 1962825 views. Heck I had to think about it for a second. Coming up on 2 million views.
Started May 16, 2010
If I did the math right that is 888 days for an average daily view of 2210 views a day. Cow a bunga Paul.

I say we take a guess on what day and time it will hit 2 Million. The winner gets to start the first post of the Almighty Alaskan Thread #6 ;0)
I'll step out and take a guess. I say

Oct 12,2012 5;31 pm

Any takers.
Of course we will have to find out if and when they plan on retiring #5. I imagine soon since it has a history of creating problems.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/23/12 04:19 PM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
Oh Sweet TJ. Looks like some tight quarters. Did you stalk in the trees? Or bring him to you.



Actually, I shot him from a ridge above there about 250 yards away. Was bedded down in there for over 5 hours and I couldn't get a look at him to see if he was legal or not. Just kept seeing a flash of antler every once in a while. Finally a group of caribou came through and bumped him up out of his bed and I finally got a good look at him. Actually was a great spot for him to go down as everything is nice and flat there to work on him.

-TJ
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/23/12 05:00 PM

Took that picture from a plane huh ? smile
Posted By: watarrat

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/23/12 06:51 PM

Nice bull TJ, it looks like you took him on the only dry spot in the state!
Posted By: NYCOYOTEHOUNDS

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/24/12 01:26 PM

Nice moose
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/24/12 04:23 PM

Nice bull TJ!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/24/12 05:47 PM

Woo hoo!
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/24/12 06:33 PM

TJ:
Well done. A nice dry flat spot is priceless. Well the Growlers have just about fed out all the old salmon here and should be moving on any day now. Lots of geese moving through on yesterdays west wind.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/24/12 07:04 PM

Nice Bull TJ great pictures Bob. Still quite a few geese left up this way
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/24/12 07:11 PM

Originally Posted By: otterman
Nice Bull TJ great pictures Bob.


X2!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/12 03:16 AM

Cool pics again Bob!..
here is my meat not as impressive as TJ's or woodelfs but it will digest just fine smile

Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/12 03:35 AM

Perfect size there YJ we got two like that in the freezers this fall
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/12 06:32 AM

Meat's meat! Hope you weren't too far from the river.
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/12 06:58 AM

Makes me homesick. ;0) Nice one Jeff. I will have to settle for a cow after Oct 1 when I come out.
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/12 01:45 PM

Always great when you can fill the freezer. Wish I could shoot them that size.

-TJ
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/12 01:50 PM

Jeff:
That looks like some good meat to me.
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/12 02:45 PM

Originally Posted By: Family Trapper
Makes me homesick. ;0) Nice one Jeff. I will have to settle for a cow after Oct 1 when I come out.

I'd rather have a big lone cow over a bull any day if legal. Sure wish we had a winter cow season here
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/12 04:57 PM

Originally Posted By: Aknative
Meat's meat! Hope you weren't too far from the river.


Thanks guys

It looks far from the river in the pic but was actually close just up on a bench above the river right at our camp, so the packing was all down hill we had no trouble sliding the meat into heavy game bags and then slidiing them down the hill to the boat it was all tundra.

I will shoot a cow later this winter, the other day I was doing my moose call and a big cow came in at about 20 yrds it was in water so I didnt shoot.

I did pass on a much bigger bull also.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/12 06:07 PM

Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Always great when you can fill the freezer. Wish I could shoot them that size.

-TJ


you just have your kid shoot them, right...
Posted By: Top Jimmy

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/12 06:33 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Originally Posted By: Top Jimmy
Always great when you can fill the freezer. Wish I could shoot them that size.

-TJ


you just have your kid shoot them, right...


Yeah, that cost me a moose and $600. Won't go that route again.

-TJ
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/26/12 09:24 PM

Nice one Jeff! Looks fat and healthy. Crummy wx day here. Building snares and tinkering on guns. Have you guys ever heard the term "The weather is dog lips"? Official CG aviation terminology.
Spooling up...

Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/27/12 02:33 AM

Great ! Just what we need.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/27/12 02:54 AM

Peak gusts to 70 here... Somebody is going to get whacked!

Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/27/12 05:03 AM

Flippin Hurricane. Holy cowabunga batman.
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/27/12 05:42 AM

the water is so incredibly high out here i am actually hoping for a LATE freeze-up or things will be ugly this winter.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/27/12 06:16 AM

The Yukon is finally dropping but the lakes and swamps are overflowing and the ground is so saturated it cant hold another drop.

Looks like the perfect storm is coming I am glad we get to share these storms them with the rest of the state this year smile
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/27/12 07:10 AM

We have had nearly a month of crummy weather but most of the rain has fallen in the last week. Marine forecast was 24ft. seas subsiding to 18ft....lol! Here's another pic from my old files...
This mink was harassing us at man camp in Sitka a few years back. He swam out to one of the boats, crawled through a scupper, stole the trolling bait and then defecated all over the engine compartment. Nothing beats the smell of mink stink in an enclosed space... especially once it heats up...

They just seem to know when the season is closed...

Posted By: 3 Fingers

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/27/12 03:32 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
We have had nearly a month of crummy weather but most of the rain has fallen in the last week. Marine forecast was 24ft. seas subsiding to 18ft....lol!
Ya. Just spent a week stuck in Kodiak.Watched a couple land otters picking through a skiff one night in the harbor. Still have one more trip to do. I imagine the surfers at Narrow Cape are loving it.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/27/12 04:37 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
We have had nearly a month of crummy weather but most of the rain has fallen in the last week. Marine forecast was 24ft. seas subsiding to 18ft....lol!


I bet the jigging would be good..some good action on them jigs...

and I would also bet that the herring fishing in the harbor is still good....
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/27/12 09:17 PM

Spitting snow here @ noon.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/27/12 10:14 PM

It's clearing here finally. Got out for a hike to the top of Pillar. Still blowing up there but the sun was out. First noticeable termination dust on Center Mt.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/27/12 10:43 PM

Blowing pretty good here now & snowing sideways.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/12 12:08 AM

We have been haveing snow flurries here for the past three days..nothing stuck so far.
Posted By: Thirdwind

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/12 01:06 AM

What i'd give to be up there. Wish it'd snow here already.
Posted By: 907trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/12 01:24 AM

Watchin the news and sounds like were goin to get a good dose of termination dust tonight
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/12 03:11 AM

Sticking here somewhat.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/12 07:52 AM

Been grinding alot of moose and grinding on some of these BBQ cups they are more less ground moose and BBQ sauce and melted chease on a biscuit baked and they are pretty awsome..so you see... its not all fish heads and goose grin soup

Even broke out the fine china

Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/12 08:47 AM

Man now I'm hungry! Got me some fish egg soup tonight, with potatoes, carrots, celery, rice, and even cut up some dried fish to throw in it! Think I'm gonna eat that now.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/12 03:56 PM

Now that's more like it!
Posted By: trapper ron

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/12 04:30 PM

I could go a feed of that. smile Looks great Jeff.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/12 04:48 PM

I take it you already ate the good stuff first, like the tongue, nose, ears, and "oysters" and are now forced to somehow make the regular ol meat edible...

I took a picture from a pig roast this summer for YJ...(and cant find it) I took the pig head to eat.. chewed on an ear, crunchy, ate the jowels, super good, couldn't cut the tongue with the plastic silverware so it didnt get eaten......
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/12 05:16 PM

Man HUp make my mouth water it has been something like 40 yrs since I participated in a pig roast
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/28/12 05:35 PM

The tongue is in the freezer,waiting for a special ocassion..

That hog head sounds good! I used to butcher and roast hogs for extra beer money when I was in high school.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 02:10 AM

Almost white king. Kind of an orange creamcicle color. This is from an ocean caught feeder king. Hup would have loved it!

Never caught one this color before...
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 02:41 AM

A white king wanabe.
cry
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 02:48 AM

You vacuum seal your dog food?
Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 04:34 AM

Well I have had the pleasure of working in the King Cove School this week. What a beautiful area.



No bears sighted yet but there here. Big bear trails all over town.
Been 3 in the dumpster every night next to the houses across from the school. Brown Bears.
Lots of bear stories here.
There the town pests.

So I over packed my food cache for the trip. Not use to a cannery Town.
Thought I would keep up with the meal posts.
Peter Pan Seafoods provides meals three times a day for not only employees but for whoever wants to come and eat in the town. Fee for non employees is $10 a meal.

Saturday night is Steak night and pretty popular. All you can eat every meal.
Had halibut on Wednesday. Cod and Shrimp tonight. And a huge salad bar. At least considering where we are. Oh ya!
Was hoping to loose a few pounds over the weekend. Well so much for that idea.






Picked some carrots from my garden to bring out before I left Homer. A good crop this year.
I love using my home made carrot seeder. Evenly spaced, no thinning. This is a photo of the ground after I took the carrots out. One carrot space left between each carrot. I have the spacing just right. Time to patent it! grin



I grow a variety from Johnny Seeds which is pelleted. The key to not planting too close as happens with regular carrot seeds. They are called Bolario They are an excellent eating carrot and keep all winter. I was eating carrots I stored in damp sand till April and they were still great.



Ready for distribution to friends, family and taking to King Cove.



I trasplant a number of carrots each year as the kids love the odd balls that happen when you transplant. Splits, etc.
This one was a double post that got involved behind closed doors.
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 02:15 PM

Blizzard at 400 feet !



The inside view after things had calmed down a bit.


The hunters collapsed tent on the left from the four in the morning tent abandonment.


A photo op after the winds let up enough so I could go out and pee!


I love living in the armpit! Where else can you go from a flood to a blizzard in the span of four days?
crazy

Oh I forgot: Saw a lot of Beaver Sign! wink
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 03:08 PM

Len:
That is a great photo of King Cove from the air. The food thing looks like the slope.

Dirt:
All part of the neighborhood. There have been times I thought I went through all four seasons before noon.


This bull and the three I saw last week are the total migration we have seen so far this year. In the peak it wasn't uncommon to see a thousand a day this time of year.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 03:45 PM

Great pix as usual Bob !
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 04:36 PM

The bunnies are at a real disadvantage here this year. I looked out the window at 0600 today and saw a dark spot hopping around in the snow. They haven't even started to change color yet. If I can see them in the dark so can Mr. Owl.
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 04:57 PM

Anybody got a guess on the magnitude of next weeks earthquake? frown
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 08:17 PM

There about half white here, and very scarce I have only seen two this fall, and they were both road kill.
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 08:35 PM

Originally Posted By: UgashikBob
Len:
That is a great photo of King Cove from the air. The food thing looks like the slope.

Dirt:
All part of the neighborhood. There have been times I thought I went through all four seasons before noon.


This bull and the three I saw last week are the total migration we have seen so far this year. In the peak it wasn't uncommon to see a thousand a day this time of year.


What's that yellow glow on the willows/alders there? How come mine don't glow like that? cry
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 09:03 PM

We are getting some snow here today..wont stick very long of course but does get the blood flowing.

I suppose I should unload the wood out of my sled from last year smile
Posted By: UgashikBob

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 09:17 PM

Dirt:
I think the glow is from that round shiney thing we don't see very often.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 10:05 PM

Jeff. Is that a sled or your woodpile behind the machine ?
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/29/12 10:33 PM

Both...lol it is my sled and the wood didnt unload last spring smile

I have my raft on the beach yet I have to cut and bring it up to the house yet one of these days.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/12 02:33 AM

Made my first excursion of the year into goat country today. Hiked close to 3 hours to get into my area and as soon as I sat down to glass a snow storm moved in and then it began to thunder and lightning. Visibility went to a few hundred yards and it was game over. Saw a doe, a flock of ptarmigan, and a nanny and kid, so it was a good day.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/12 02:52 AM

Have Roland fly you into a high lake he won't fly you out of. Lots of goats up there
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/12 03:04 AM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Have Roland fly you into a high lake he won't fly you out of. Lots of goats up there

LOL! You still crying about that? He put you on 'em didn't he? The banana peels are ripe and extra slick this year! I had several impressive near calamities.
A fellow I know fell about 400' yesterday breaking ten ribs, puncturing a lung, shredding a knee and breaking a leg. Got rescued by helicopter and medivaced to ANC last night. Core temp was 90F when they got him to the hospital. South Road System hunt.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/12 05:31 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Originally Posted By: Hupurest
Have Roland fly you into a high lake he won't fly you out of. Lots of goats up there

LOL! You still crying about that? He put you on 'em didn't he? The banana peels are ripe and extra slick this year! I had several impressive near calamities.
A fellow I know fell about 400' yesterday breaking ten ribs, puncturing a lung, shredding a knee and breaking a leg. Got rescued by helicopter and medivaced to ANC last night. Core temp was 90F when they got him to the hospital. South Road System hunt.


Was it from a banana peel?
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/12 06:14 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest


Was it from a banana peel?


Kinda. He and his buddy were side hilling with crampons and it sounds like he lost the bite in the slick stuff after his crampons loaded up. He slid, then free fell about 40 ft off a cliff then bounced down the hill until he hit a big rock. That last rock did most of the damage. Sounds like he is doing ok given the circumstances but no doubt will be hurting for a long time.
Posted By: Anonymous

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 09/30/12 10:11 PM

OH, BOY, ALASKANS ARE NOT GOING TO LIKE THIS !!!!


If a section in the federal Farm Bill does not get renewed, the price of MILK WILL DOUBLE !!! shocked

Better stock up on Ice Cream while it is still cheap!!
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 07:39 AM

Went exploring this year for moose, well not really I spent a lot of time studying the map and moose harvest records for different GMUs. Found a spot next to a healthy pop. and was hoping there would be over flow into the drainage I was hoping to navigate up. Found a healthy number of moose and we brought two home. No hunter pressure except for us for the most part and no real sign of it in the past. We saw five bulls (heard a few others) and shot two all that we saw were old fellas with the degenerating antlers. Did not really pick through just took what we could get. We passed on two, one at dark and one to far from camp on a fuel run. Both of those were bigger than these. We will see what happens next year if we can get back up in there. These old nasty bulls taste great I aged my hind quarters 11 days.



Posted By: Family Trapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 09:25 AM

Very nice Nook. Your prep paid off.
Posted By: mtbadger

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 11:15 AM

AWSOME Nooksack thanks for sharing the pics.....
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 01:25 PM

Looks like dry weather too. What's that all about ?
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 03:17 PM

You wouldn't know it by the picture but that river is a whole different color than when we got there and about three feet higher, that was the last day and only day without rain. The other shots were taken between rain storms.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 03:29 PM

I believe it !
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 03:36 PM

That tarp didn't turn into a water bowl? Great looking bulls!
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 03:57 PM

Funny we have little hunting pressure here. confused I guess people look at the harvest records. frown I saw two moose this fall so far. Dang Armpit! mad

Here's some fall harvest Data from 2011 for moose.

14A 2,561 sq mi.......550 moose
16A 1,850 sq mi.......132 moose
16B 10,405 sq mi......108 moose

Tip for you valley fellas. "Don't go west young men!"
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 05:45 PM

How you like that Extreme Shallow?
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 06:12 PM

shot this griz this morning trying to take out one of the dogs, he already stole 3 quarters of moose and half a caribou from meat house's in the middle of the village a 100 yrds from the school and buried it.




Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 06:24 PM

Nice bulls Nooksack. and nice bear Takotna bet everyone in town was glad to see that one was done for.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 06:31 PM

That dog must think his bark killed it..lol

I had one get at my my meat that we had hanging in my neigbbors smoke house, it burried the quarters of a big bull under grass and leaves in the back yard but then he ended up paying for it too. smile
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 06:48 PM

not going to be scoring that one for BnC.....

Nice bear, is the hair short or is it just the picture? it appears he is lacking some hair.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 06:52 PM

It looks like a big bear. I know our really big bears never really get good hair. I bet that was a sight! .38 revolver?? smile
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 07:07 PM

We tried some of those rebar drowners this weekend. Man, they work great.

Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 07:31 PM

Good one to get rid of. Are his teeth as bad as the last one ?
Posted By: Dirt

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 07:40 PM

What is an Argo, a chain, and a river good for? Too late now! frown
Posted By: northway

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/01/12 07:46 PM

Nice bear Clint! Looks like a big one!
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/12 01:13 AM

Wow looks like a big bear, too bad he was able to get as much meat as he did:(

KUSKO: do you set up the rebar rigs just like a cable with a weight at the end, or do you just drive the rebar into the bottom and stake down the trap side.
Posted By: nooksack

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/12 03:47 PM

Thanks Mt and Ft.

AV, got lucky and hung that tarp in the thick timber. Was up most of one night listening to the howling wind and even heard two large trees snap of and shake the ground under us. At times there were four water falls coming off on it and never had to mess with it. Growing up in Wa. I learned a bit about hanging tarps in the rain however. It baffles me to see camps out on the main river with no tarps just tents. I guess its just what you are used to.

native, the boat is my brother in laws. They are impressive moving a load like that through inches of water, and it is also impressive to watch the gas gauge move so fast at the same time. They have their pros and cons but we could not have gotten to that area in any other boat until after the water came up.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/12 03:56 PM

Nice bear, Takotna! As close to the dog's house as it is, I'll bet that husky was awful glad to see you!
Nooksack, no kidding on the tarps. At least here in south-east, I can't imagine tent-camping without several tarps of various sizes.
Posted By: takotna

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/12 04:51 PM

The bear seemed healthy, squared at 7 1/2, not huge but boy I needed some big bait and now got it.LOL Not very thick hair. 2 days earlier my boy shot a sow griz when he went to close our moose camp up.
Posted By: Kusko

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/02/12 08:02 PM

Originally Posted By: AKscott


KUSKO: do you set up the rebar rigs just like a cable with a weight at the end, or do you just drive the rebar into the bottom and stake down the trap side.


You just drive the rebar into the bottom and stake down the trap side....yes, what you said!
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/12 01:08 AM

Nice Takotna!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/12 06:37 AM

Here is a salmon recipe if you are looking for something easy and absolutely delicious... Even works on those nasty old white kings hup likes...
Panko salmon....
You can use regular Panko or one of the flavored ones like lemon pepper. Beat one egg,adding in a couple of tablespoons of water. Put about a half cup of Panko on a plate and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and season salt (to taste). Dip salmon in egg wash then coat both sides with Panco mix. Heat a quarter cup of olive oil in a cast iron skillet to about 350 (med hi). Preheat your oven to 425. When the oil in the skillet is hot place your salmon in meat side down and brown thoroughly. When browned gently lift it and turn it over and brown the skin side for a few minutes. Sprinkle the top with Parmesan cheese and place the cast iron skillet w/ salmon in the oven. Cook on 425 for 20 to 30 minutes depending on the thickness. Remove from oven when it flakes. I use a 10 inch pan and a pound of salmon for two people. Works equally well on fillets or steaks. You will love it! My mom gave me the recipe a few years ago.







Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/12 07:02 AM

Looks good,,but you forgot the chunk of fat from the Van De Camps Pork and Beans smile
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/12 07:12 AM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Looks good,,but you forgot the chunk of fat from the Van De Camps Pork and Beans smile


My wife always gets that...lol!
Posted By: AKscott

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/12 11:32 AM

KUSKO: that it pretty slick, I would definatley rather carry a pice of rebar more than the 40lb weights I use now. I actually had a paraplegic beaver pull that 40lbs off the bottom a couple days ago!

Looks tastes pawpincher I will have to give that a try on a red this weekend.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/12 05:43 PM

akpp,

Huh, nice recipe. I bet my dog would love to eat the battered skin and fish instead of the healthy broiled kind he usually gets. I will share it with him
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/12 06:43 PM

Originally Posted By: Hupurest
akpp,

Huh, nice recipe. I bet my dog would love to eat the battered skin and fish instead of the healthy broiled kind he usually gets. I will share it with him



It's not batter its breading. My dog would have to fight my wife for the skin! grin
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/12 06:57 PM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher
Originally Posted By: Hupurest
akpp,

Huh, nice recipe. I bet my dog would love to eat the battered skin and fish instead of the healthy broiled kind he usually gets. I will share it with him



It's not batter its breading. My dog would have to fight my wife for the skin! grin


Do you think my dog would notice if I told him it was battered salmon, not breaded salmon? he is kind of a snob like that.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/12 07:00 PM

I doubt it since he was raised on white king. Probably ruined his taste buds.
Posted By: Pittu

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/03/12 10:10 PM

A battered salmon is always better than a battered wife...
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/12 01:34 AM

Oh.........the inappropriate possibilities !
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/12 05:53 PM

Ahhhhhhhhhhh!




More X-rays today and they look good. CT Scan tomorrow and if that's good I'm all done with the casts and braces. I hope I never do that again!

So, what did everybody buy with their dividends? I bought a snow plow for my ATV and a new back pack... the rest goes to long overdue truck repairs.
Posted By: white17

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/12 06:05 PM

Oh yeah I forgot about the dividend.

Glad to see you're improving.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/12 06:07 PM

Thanks Ken! Yep, AK Payday!
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/12 11:29 PM

Goint to buy tires today...darn load range E all terrains are pricy!
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/04/12 11:37 PM

Originally Posted By: Aknative
Goint to buy tires today...darn load range E all terrains are pricy!


Got that right! I need some new studded ones... may have to wait awhile though, I need brakes, discs, rotors, new hub, front end alignment, and Ujoints first... lol!
Posted By: otterman

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 12:38 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher

I need brakes, discs, rotors, new hub, front end alignment, and Ujoints first... lol!

I don't think this year dividend is going to cover all of that frown
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 01:07 AM

I bought another Ski-doo 440 LT!
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 03:11 AM

Originally Posted By: akpawpincher

I need brakes, discs, rotors, new hub, front end alignment, and Ujoints first... lol!


That is just his lower half... He just got new wrist pins....
Posted By: bairdi

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 03:38 AM

YT,
Did you get the one off of Craigslist in Wasilla? I wanted to grab that one but I just spent all my fun money on a new to me Tundra R. It looked like a really nice sled w/low miles.
Posted By: yukontrapper

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 06:38 AM

Nope, I bought my dads. Tundra R should do well. I also have a single lunger for back up.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 07:42 AM

Been making moose jerky good stuff!

Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 07:44 AM

Hmmmmm.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 03:49 PM

Looks pretty well- done!
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 05:11 PM

Its the Teriyaki sauce that makes them dark its not cooked.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 05:50 PM

We are ia real bad storm out here again high winds this place has been rock an rolling all night and morning,with heavy sideways rain.

I wonder if Channel 2 news will have us on the 6:00 news..doubt it..lol
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 06:06 PM

Originally Posted By: otterman
Originally Posted By: akpawpincher

I need brakes, discs, rotors, new hub, front end alignment, and Ujoints first... lol!

I don't think this year dividend is going to cover all of that frown


You are so right! I've been nursing it since last spring and now it's time to bite the bullet. Last thing I need is a breakdown at the end of the road system. Been there done that unfortunately.

Jeff, the moose jerky looks delicious! I have some Saint Paul reindeer in the freezer that I need to convert...

Hup, no pins yet, just screwed...
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 06:39 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
We are ia real bad storm out here again high winds this place has been rock an rolling all night and morning,with heavy sideways rain.

I wonder if Channel 2 news will have us on the 6:00 news..doubt it..lol


newtok made the news last night
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 06:54 PM

Flooding/erosion?.. that would be one tough place to live nothing but bare tundra.
Posted By: Hupurest

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 06:57 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
Flooding/erosion?.. that would be one tough place to live nothing but bare tundra.


apparently it seems, that if you build your house on tundra, close enough to the ocean, waves erode the shore......

the amazing things I learn watching the news....
Posted By: fishermann222

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 07:03 PM

water is as high as springtime flooding here right now, boats sunk everywhere, water is about 4-6 inches from coming over the main seawall and pushing barges up on top of it, could be ugly if it comes up much more, wind is blowing also.

I think our beaver traps are probably under about 5 feet of water today frown
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 07:04 PM

lol...keep in mind it was most likley the Missionaries that came to a bunch of sod houses that were used as a spring camp and said " hey this would be a great place to start our mission and build a school"and then the goverment made them attend the school.
Posted By: yukonjeff

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 07:07 PM

Originally Posted By: fishermann222
water is as high as springtime flooding here right now, boats sunk everywhere, water is about 4-6 inches from coming over the main seawall and pushing barges up on top of it, could be ugly if it comes up much more, wind is blowing also.

I think our beaver traps are probably under about 5 feet of water today frown


I need to get down and check my boat I am sure its about half sunk as well.
Posted By: akpawpincher

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/05/12 08:10 PM

Originally Posted By: yukonjeff
lol...keep in mind it was most likley the Missionaries that came to a bunch of sod houses that were used as a spring camp and said " hey this would be a great place to start our mission and build a school"and then the goverment made them attend the school.


Yeah, I didn't learn until recently how the state (territory at the time) was divided into regions and different churches/ missionaries were sent into each region to convert the locals. Very effective in subverting, burying much of the indigenous culture/language in each region. And they picked some poor locations to settle.
Posted By: alaska viking

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/12 04:43 AM

Begs the question, "Why follow"? Just wondering, is all. I think there is more to it.
Posted By: Aknative

Re: The Almighty Alaskan Thread #5 - 10/06/12 05:13 AM

They didn't at first. But they were preached "Be baptized and be saved, or continue your heathonism and God shall smite thee!" And then the "tuqupaks" happened, the "Big Deaths," the influenza epidemic, measles, so on. After that, one and one is two, better be baptized to avoid further smiting. Also, many of the elders, who were in the process of passing on their knowledge and traditions, succumbed to disease and said traditions knowledge were not passed on.
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