Well, it's official

Well guys and gals, it is now official. I got my orders today and will be heading back to that great big sandbox in the Middle East. Therefore, I will miss my annual Idaho whitetail hunt and my WA spike elk hunt! (I wish I hadn't already dropped the money on those tags/licenses!)

I will leave WA in early DEC for training, report to Kuwait for more training, and then BOG (boots on ground) in Iraq after that. I am still going to squeeze my WA Muley hunt in this coming week but will be too busy prepping for deployment to be able to take the leave in NOV for the Idaho hunt.

I'll just miss ABert too! He heads home RIGHT before I get out there!

For those of you that have inquired about hunting the Idaho panhandle for Whitetail...GIVE IT A SHOT...and I'll join ya again next year!
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GPWDeer
Hawk,

We will miss you around here! THANK YOU SIR, FOR YOUR SERVICE!

Just a thought. You might call the Idaho Fish and Game and see if they will either trade your tag for a mule deer tag or refund your money with the fact that you have been deployed. Chances are they will do one or the other. If you get a muley tag, the season is open until the 24th of October in most of the units. I would be willing to give you some advice on where to hunt mulies (via email) given your circumstances I would be honored to help in any way I can.

GPWDeer
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79Ford
Gonna miss seeing your posts on here Hawk. Take care and God bless. :thumb
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BOHNTR
Watch your six out there hawk......and if all else fails and you need help.....find a MARINE! :)
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AGCHAWK
Thanks guys!

GPWDeer: Thanks for the offer my friend! I REALLY appreciate it. The problem is, I already have everything lined up and don't know if I can change my plans this late in the game. I'll know for sure tomorrow and if there is any way I can swap a few things around I may contact ya. Either way, your offer was GREATLY appreciated.

BOHNTR: Man, you won't hear me say anything bad about the Corps! Those devil dogs are the greatest fighting force on earth! (For you Army guys/gals, nothing meant by that. I come from an Army family and have an Uncle and Cousin still in the Army. I have the upmost respect for them and thier fellow soldiers....or ANYONE that serves thier country.)
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AGCHAWK

Well HAWK you warned us it was coming and might happen! How long is this deployment? GOD speed brother and may you be safe and have a good experience and a quick return!

I know I'll definitely MISS having you around! A TON!!

salxxute
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NONYA
Ag,stay safe,keep your head down and THANK YOU for your service! :222
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Good luck hawk, you'll be sorely missed!
And while your over there fighting for us, we'll be back here holding down the fort and greatly admiring you!!

Good luck and may God be with you!! :thumb
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lifetime hunter
salxxute Good luck Hawk! :not-worthy You have my greatest respect! and We ALL appreciate all you do for America!

in Utah (from what I take it) http://wildlife.utah.gov/rules/R657-42.php your can get a refund, "(d) the person provides military orders, or a letter from an employment supervisor on official public health or public safety organization letterhead stating:
(i) the branch of the United States Armed Forces, or name of the public health organization or public safety organization from which they were deployed or mobilized; and
(ii) the nature and length of their duty while deployed or mobilized."
don't know about Washington.. but it's worth checking out!
http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z134/lifetimedeerhunter/emoticons/army.gif" alt="" />
and if ya need anything.. give us a shout!! http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z134/lifetimedeerhunter/emoticons/soldier-smile.gif" alt="" />
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a_bow_nut
Yes yes stay safe over there.

We need you back here to find out all the information that we are either to lazy of just not smart enough to find out on our own. :)
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Thanks for your service, Hawk. I know everyone on here enjoys your posts, I sure know I do. Anyways, take care and come back safe, and thanks again for serving our country. God bless.

p.s. Good luck on your WA muley hunt.
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bigbuck92
"a_bow_nut" wrote:Yes yes stay safe over there.

We need you back here to find out all the information that we are either to lazy of just not smart enough to find out on our own. :)
Ditto on that. well miss ya Hawk. you stay safe and as stated earlier if you need anything give us a shout.
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killerbee
wow! you stay safe over there hawk! we've never met in person but i tell peaple about " a friend i have from washington" so do us all a favor and come back safe!! thanks for your service-- it is greatly appiciated!!
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Be safe and Thanks! :thumb
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southwind
Gods speed!
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ABert
Hawk,
I can say things are much quieter around these parts than when I first arrived. Sent you a PM on the other stuff. At least it'll be nice and cool when you arrive! I'll wave as I fly out if you're in Kuwait by the time I leave. Take care, the time flies by much faster than on a ship.
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Well Hawk I havent been here long but you stand out as one of the more helpful easy goin' folks on here and always ready to research a question or topic. your posts will be missed by many I'm sure.
God Bless, take care and hurry back.
Thank You and your family!!
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callofthewild
"lifetime hunter" wrote:salxxute Good luck Hawk! :not-worthy You have my greatest respect! and We ALL appreciate all you do for America!

in Utah (from what I take it) http://wildlife.utah.gov/rules/R657-42.php your can get a refund, "(d) the person provides military orders, or a letter from an employment supervisor on official public health or public safety organization letterhead stating:
(i) the branch of the United States Armed Forces, or name of the public health organization or public safety organization from which they were deployed or mobilized; and
(ii) the nature and length of their duty while deployed or mobilized."
don't know about Washington.. but it's worth checking out!
http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z134/lifetimedeerhunter/emoticons/army.gif" alt="" />
and if ya need anything.. give us a shout!! http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z134/lifetimedeerhunter/emoticons/soldier-smile.gif" alt="" />
 what she said you have my full support.
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Good Luck
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I'm a little late postin' this, but like everyone else, I'll miss your posts too! Good luck on your hunt! Stay safe over there, and God speed!
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best of luck bud my prayers r for a safe return have u been shipped b4 one of my best friends had dual citizeship after highschool he moved to the us and joined the marines his 4 years are up and he is back home u will too soon take care
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GOOD LUCK HAWK AND GOD BLESS! THANKS FOR OUR FREEDOMS!
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GPWDeer
Hawk,

Any word on when you leave?

GPWDeer
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AGCHAWK
GPW, I leave in about two more weeks to "start the process". I report to the processing unit in SD on 10DEC, then it's on to Ft Jackson, SC for some "Army Training", then onto Kuwait for some in-theatre training, and off to Iraq.

I am just spending these days getting all my affairs in order (Med, Dental, Will, POA, etc).

The good news...they are allowing me to go home for X-mas before heading out. It's a nice surprise since I wasn't planning on being home for the holidays.
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