Howdy all,
New member here; enthusiastic to be part of the group and hoping to resource some of your experience in/around the Rita Blanca Grasslands.
Background: I am originally from Houston and grew up hunting in the San Saba area, but have been gallivanting around the globe as an active duty Marine and gone from TX for the better part of 15 years now. Earlier this summer, I thought I was moving back to TX prior to hunting season and I conducted a crash course/self-education on the TPWD draw system, ultimately applying for about 25 hunts as the San Saba opportunities of my childhood are no more. It turns out that my orders have been delayed and I won't move until around Christmas. However, as a first time applicant, I drew one of the 12 Rita Blanca pronghorn tags this year on the second draw.
I will be making the drive from the Kansas City area. I know I am incredibly fortunate and I am prepared to accept your spears and jeers, deservedly. For those of you who are wondering, I did pick up a few powerball tickets after notification from TPWD but I am not related to the lady that won the ~$750 million jackpot a few weeks ago.
So, I will proceed southwest to erect my tent camp there near Texline on 28 September for a dedicated Friday of scouting before the opener on Saturday. I have leave approved for the entire week through 8 October as required. I will have my truck, rifle, binos/spotting scope and a seasoned pack plus boot leather to expend. What I do not have is any experience with pronghorn, the Rita Blanca, or hunting in that region of the state at all. I am excited to learn solo, but also want to make the most out of this incredible opportunity.
I am humbly requesting any gracious contributions from members with experience in any of the above, particularly recommendations on where to start/focus in the massive expanse of huntable area in Rita Blanca. Also, is anyone familiar with a better map than the 8-1/2 x 11" PDF that is provided?
Thanks all,
Hank
New member here; enthusiastic to be part of the group and hoping to resource some of your experience in/around the Rita Blanca Grasslands.
Background: I am originally from Houston and grew up hunting in the San Saba area, but have been gallivanting around the globe as an active duty Marine and gone from TX for the better part of 15 years now. Earlier this summer, I thought I was moving back to TX prior to hunting season and I conducted a crash course/self-education on the TPWD draw system, ultimately applying for about 25 hunts as the San Saba opportunities of my childhood are no more. It turns out that my orders have been delayed and I won't move until around Christmas. However, as a first time applicant, I drew one of the 12 Rita Blanca pronghorn tags this year on the second draw.
I will be making the drive from the Kansas City area. I know I am incredibly fortunate and I am prepared to accept your spears and jeers, deservedly. For those of you who are wondering, I did pick up a few powerball tickets after notification from TPWD but I am not related to the lady that won the ~$750 million jackpot a few weeks ago.
So, I will proceed southwest to erect my tent camp there near Texline on 28 September for a dedicated Friday of scouting before the opener on Saturday. I have leave approved for the entire week through 8 October as required. I will have my truck, rifle, binos/spotting scope and a seasoned pack plus boot leather to expend. What I do not have is any experience with pronghorn, the Rita Blanca, or hunting in that region of the state at all. I am excited to learn solo, but also want to make the most out of this incredible opportunity.
I am humbly requesting any gracious contributions from members with experience in any of the above, particularly recommendations on where to start/focus in the massive expanse of huntable area in Rita Blanca. Also, is anyone familiar with a better map than the 8-1/2 x 11" PDF that is provided?
Thanks all,
Hank
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