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    well....

    Best regards on the other side. I've been told that there are 3 key events in life. You are born, you live, and you die. The first and last are out of your control. A rich life is a blessing. Success!
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    Rattlesnake

    Remember that rattlesnakes help with the rodent population control. If they are close to the house, well..... another rattle for the collection.
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    Who are the next generation of firearms writers?

    Let's not forget Tom Siatos, the long time editor of Guns and Ammo magazine.
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    Machinist/mechanics-Need your help with this tool.

    How does this one work?
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    Potent bear spray?

    I'm currently camping in Alaska. Last night we stayed at a camp ground called Paxson Lake that was in the middle of absolutely no where..... off the Richardson Highway before Delta Junction. While walking the pooch, I observed lots of bear and moose poo. I had a can of UDAP on my belt but, I...
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    Which Forum Members Would You Visit?

    Not exactly a correct answer to the question but, I visited with JK@AK yesterday and it was a very pleasing encounter. A high value kind of guy! Tom H.
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    Canada and Alaska Travel

    I called the RCMP firearms office before we left Arizona and inquired about TRANSPORTING a 6 inch barreled revolver through Canada to Alaska. I was told to apply in advance for a permit and that while it was ultimately up to respective province, he thought that it would be acceptable. Allow at...
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    Canada and Alaska Travel

    The key is preparation. Download the forms, read them thoroughly, and comply. You are transporting the firearm to Alaska.
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    Canada and Alaska Travel

    There were no concerns crossing the border into Canada or Alaska. Very professional.
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    Canada and Alaska Travel

    I am transporting a 1955 Made Winchester model 12 in 12 GA. It's a takedown and packs well when space is at a premium. So far, there has been no circumstance where it needed to be assembled. Fingers crossed. Yes....beware of Mrs. Bullwinkle. Tom H.
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    Canada and Alaska Travel

    We've been camping since mid-May. We left Arizona heading north to Canada and Alaska, enjoying a leisure pace. While we have witnessed some outrageously beautiful places, what stands out is how civil absolute strangers have been. Montana, Alberta, Yukon, and of course Alaska has some of...
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    Is it really a S&W 17

    A nicely engraved 22 Combat Masterpiece from the early 1950's is a very desirable revolver!
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    To all the managers of your respective fields.

    Managers allocate resources. Leaders play the hard cards.
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    To all the managers of your respective fields.

    The key to being a great manager is capturing the will of the people. This happens when you find ways to appreciate your employees. Problem employees usually fall into one of 3 categories: don't know how to do the job - training; physically can't do the job - different job; don't want to do...
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