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    Practice makes perfect

    Or should I say 'perfect practice makes perfect'. Now that were well into the off season many will be brushing up on some needed dog training, but keeping sharp or improving your wingshooting shouldn't be ignored , besides it's just one more excuse to shoot your shotgun during the off season...
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    Why winter requires ammo changes

    For these slow times here at the UPH some of you may be interested in some good reading. Here is good article that we can all relate to when early season hunting turns to late season. http://www.shotgunlife.com/shotguns/tom-roster/why-winter-requires-ammo-changes.html
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    Puppy bird and gun intro

    Hey guys, my nephew is looking for a trainer to put his yellow lab pup thru a bird and gun intro in a couple months when she reaches 6 months. He's in the North metro of mpls and would like to stay in state. So far he has looked at Dokkens which may be his choice. Just looking for others good...
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    Retriever Trainer

    Hey guys, my nephew is looking for a trainer to put his yellow lab pup thru a bird and gun intro in a couple months when she reaches 6 months. He's in the North metro of mpls and would like to stay in state. So far he has looked at Dokkens which may be his choice. Just looking for others good...
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    Pics only visible when logged in?

    Just wondering if it's just me or it's the norm? NOTE: all of the pictures that I have posted I've uploaded from my computer and not linked from a image hosting site like IMGUR. Not sure if that is the difference or not?
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    Pheasant cackle ringtones

    Thought I'd pass along this nifty Pheasant sound app for your phone's ringtone. I've come across several of these apps before but this one seems to be the best. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.andromo.dev230101.app214417&hl=en 10 different sounds to choose from. Download...
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    Nfl 2017

    Any predictions as to who is going to be there in Minneapolis in February? Vikings playing in the SB at their home stadium would be a dream come true. Tough couple of games for the Vikes on the road coming up. Saints, Rams, Vikings and Eagles seem to be the hot teams from the NFC with either...
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    Mud boots

    Any recommendations for a mud boot that is comfortable and supportive for upland hunting? I would also give extra mention for lighter weight. No real need for anything that is rated down to -40, main use is for muddy fields. Thanks
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    Any Mossberg 9300 users out there?

    If you have one or have owned one and or have shot a number of rounds thru one, just looking for an unbiased opinion on there reliability.
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    Semi Auto lube in cold temps

    For those that shoot autoloaders. In cold temps, (below 32 degrees) how do you run your guns as far as lube. Experiences welcome.
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    The silver fox returns to Green Bay

    Some of you may have seen this last night. Number 4 gets his number retired at half time. Don't care for the Packers. ;) but always admired number 4, especially when he was a Viking....:D http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/0ap3000000588980/Brett-Favre-gets-number-retired
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    Access to UPH

    Looks like the servers have been crashing intermittently or something as gaining access lately has been hit or miss. Some kind of database error message when i try to access the forum only. Anyone else seeing this?
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    Bark collars

    Opinions.. good or bad. What brands and or models are dependable.. Dogtra, TT, Sportdog etc..?
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    CRP Status and Issues

    A good read. http://nationalaglawcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/assets/crs/R42783.pdf
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    Stanley Cup Playoffs

    Anyone watching? A few series tied up 1-1. My Wild lost today, but split in St. Louis, now back to Xcel Energy center Monday night. I predict it will go 7. Anaheim and Winnipeg about to start.
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    Torii Hunter comes home to the Twins

    Signed a one year 10.5 Million deal. Are his best years behind him? Can he help a team that mainly needs starting pitchers? What can Torii bring to the twins next season? Answers: Possibly, although he was still hitting fairly well in Detroit. Lot's of teams were interested in Torii and...
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    Snow baby snow

    Snows a coming and lots of it. A good swath could see up to a foot. Yikes, nothin like starting out with a bang.:eek:
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    MN. USDA Crop Harvest Report

    This is the Weekly crop harvest report for all of Minnesota. They update weekly and post it thru this link. Just click on "PDF" under the latest or current date on the calendar and look for Corn harvested for grain. As of Oct. 5th it appears only 5% of the corn statewide has been harvested and...
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    Ringtones for the Pheasant enthusiast

    If your like me and can never get enough of the sound of a rooster cackling as he's flushing, take a look at this nifty Pheasant sounds app (android). Free to down load the app from Play store. You get 6 different Pheasant sounds to choose from. Nice and loud too. Once downloaded, simply press...
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    Ruff Tough Kennels

    Anyone use these? Looking to replace some of my tired Pet Porters to these safer and sturdier units. Not sure what size to get though for a 60-65 lb dog. Thinking about their Intermediate size 20"W x 31"L x 23"H Sound about right?
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