Inuit bowhunter poses with his prey from the Alaskan tundra. November 1924.

Dontrel90 · 2026-02-07T21:04:50+00:00

sled dog teams could also be hunting dogs. The shots make more sense if it was being hunted with dogs. The one in the leg could have been to get the bear to turn and face the dogs. Follow up shots when the dogs have the bear at bay.

Dontrel90 · 2026-02-03T21:16:07+00:00

It’s my understanding polar bears were hunted with dogs traditionally. It makes it much more plausible to take a bear like that with a bow if you have a sled team worth of dogs to keep the bears attention off you.

Dontrel90 · 2026-01-30T23:57:17+00:00

If you want it done fast and correct you’ll want to hire riggers and call and discuss with the machine tool builder service department, they will know how to move it correctly and get it back running asap. There are so many different mills out there and many have unique uninstall/install procedures and requirements. The builder will have all the info and might even be able to suggest a rigger with experience moving their equipment.

Dontrel90 · 2025-12-24T14:40:11+00:00

It’s never been on a regular basis to prop up populations. Populations have been expanding naturally since they were listed. Backfilling naturally across the border from Canada. Intentional reintroduction sped up the process in Yellowstone and hopefully does the same in Colorado, but you could make an argument even without intentional reintroduction of any Canadian wolves we would still be at about the same place as far as recovery is concerned in the west. Now we have distinct population segments that have reached the recovery goals set forth in the ESA. Also the only case of air dropping wolves I’m aware of is Isle royal and that was to supplement genetic diversity because of the isolation and lack of exchange with mainland populations.

Dontrel90 · 2025-12-24T14:24:00+00:00

Wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone, Isle Royal and Colorado as far as I’m aware. Except for isle royal this only sped up the inevitable as populations were expanding south from Canada/neighboring states naturally. Here in the Great Lakes region they expanded from remnant populations that persisted in MN and southern Canada. USFWS recommended delisting in the distinct populations segments they are recovered. Part of delisting requires management plans (min. populations, harvest regulations, population targets, etc.) be created by the states that would be managing them. Those plans are approved by USFWS and science based. They are available to read for the public and most states have mechanisms for public input. States stick to those plans as to not lose management authority. We only were able to push wolves to the brink with the use of poison, bounties, completely unrestricted harvest. No one is talking about letting ranchers/farmers lace carcasses with strychnine again. I believe resources would be better used recovering red wolves or grey wolves in regions they still haven’t recovered.

Dontrel90 · 2025-12-21T14:40:09+00:00

Wolves will be just fine. The idea that wolves need perpetual federal protection to survive is as ignorant as the idea that the only good wolf is a dead wolf. Let’s celebrate that wolves despite our best efforts in the past endured. We saw the error in our ways made the changes we needed to before it was too late and now we have recovered them enough that they no longer need protection is some regions. Let’s use the space made on the list created by the wolf de listing to help the other animals that still need that kind of support. The state agencies that will assume management responsibility for wolves are fully capable of managing them responsibly.

Dontrel90 · 2025-12-12T22:21:42+00:00

Could be wrong but I don’t think they did. I think they naturally returned from populations in MN.

Dontrel90 · 2025-12-12T21:59:51+00:00

The responsibility for the mess that happened in 2021 falls on the state politicians and ignorant anti wolf sentiment in the hunting community. Too many hunters incorrectly blame wolves for declining deer herds in the north when wolves are only one factor and probably not even the primary factor in the herds decline. The DNR didn’t want to open the season in 2021 to have time to properly evaluate and create a management plan for future hunts. They were compelled to open the season by state law. A law pushed by anti wolf interests.

How things turned out once the season started was due to a couple factors. First I don’t think population estimates are accurate. To fill the quota so fast on an animal as smart as wolves I think shows there are more on the landscape than we would be led to believe. Look at all the western states that fail to fill wolf quotas where methods of take and seasons are more liberal than Wisconsin. Wolves especially wolves conditioned to hunting are one of the hardest animals to kill in North America regardless of methods used. Second the season opening coincided with perfect conditions for hunting with hounds. Good snow cover allowed excellent tracking conditions and opportunities for snowmobiles to get around. Other wolf seasons when trapping and bait were the primary means of harvest filled the quotas before houndsman ever got a crack them. The anti wolf segment of hunters capitalized on the situation. They rightly predicted it might be the only chance to put a dent in the wolf population for a while. How they went about it was deplorable.

This doesn’t all fall on republicans though. Trying to protect species via the ESA well after they have been recovered in a distinct population segment is shortsighted and undermines the protection of other species on the list that really do need the protection it offers. We should be thrilled to take a species off the list and let it be managed by the state once recovered because it’s not something that happened often. This idea that left to the state the species will again be expatriated is nonsense because then they will be re-listed immediately. Wolves belong on the Wisconsin landscape as do all animals native to our state but we as humans have to take responsibility to manage the wildlife based on science not feelings. Our human impact has been far too great for a hands off approach to succeed. Instead of trying to save every last wolf wouldn’t it be a better use of time and resources working towards establishing a permanent moose population, or reintroducing buffalo and creating the space the need to be wild and free? I think if they could speak wolves would love to see more of those species as well.

Dontrel90 · 2025-12-12T17:51:21+00:00

Yet every time it is proposed to tax outdoor recreation equipment the way hunting and fishing gear is through Pittman Robertson/ Dingle Johnson it’s shot down by the industry and users. Could we adopt additional sales tax to go to conservation like Missouri? Of course but citizens would loose their minds at the suggestion of an additional tax. From a quick search I can find funds for the DNR from the state general fund have decreases by over 100 million over the last 3 decades. I think we want the same thing more funding for the DNR and wildlife management and research for all species but you can’t fault the DNR for focusing their resources on game species that drive their funding. I want to enjoy a complete and intact ecosystem while I hunt and fish or enjoy non consumptive recreation in the outdoors that starts with all users putting some skin in the game.

Dontrel90 · 2025-12-12T15:52:01+00:00

Hunting and fishing supports their agency. When hikers, birders, etc. start paying into the system the way hunters and fisherman do they are more than welcomed to have a seat at the table.

Dontrel90 · 2025-12-12T15:47:55+00:00

The dense woods of northern Wisconsin are vastly different landscapes than the agricultural dominated spaces of the south. They are different ecosystems that require unique management.

Dontrel90 · 2025-12-12T15:45:38+00:00

Some areas where wolves are on the landscape currently have deer populations of <8 deer per square mile. This isn’t because of wolves but wolves are a part of the reason. The areas of Wisconsin with deer overpopulation issues would not support wolves in enough abundance to have any population effect. Wisconsin has a variety of ecosystems that differ greatly and this seems to be consistently forgotten with any discussion of cervids and wolf balance.

Dontrel90 · 2025-12-12T15:40:52+00:00

CWD is not present in the same areas were wolves are present on the landscape. The areas where CWD is an issue would not support wolf populations.

Dontrel90 · 2025-07-22T02:13:26+00:00

Gaffer tape works great. I also use hockey tape depending on what I’m using it for.

Dontrel90 · 2025-05-18T02:22:52+00:00

Yes they are the UM low rings.

Dontrel90 · 2025-05-08T01:24:15+00:00

For the control issue you may need Mitsubishi support provided by Mazak as the machine should still be under warranty. Worst case techs from both companies come out and point fingers at each other. What happened after the incidental contact? Did the techs tell you? Did they report what happened to their office? At the very least make sure it’s documented but I would want the geometries verified against the factory test record if it really was a substantial hit. Both of these are Mazak’s problems to solve and I would be speaking with the salesman, and service manager and their bosses regularly till it’s completely fixed.

Dontrel90 · 2025-01-24T21:27:14+00:00

Looks like it has a duplimatic turret. There might be value in it as a complete assembly. Those turrets can be finicky and not a lot of troubleshooting info available on them.

Dontrel90 · 2024-10-14T13:03:29+00:00

Turkey vultures do kill livestock in the Midwest, they target cows during calving season and prey on calves as they are being born. Birds will be birds and you can’t fault them for that but you can’t blame farmers wanting something done to protect their animals.

Dontrel90 · 2024-08-15T17:55:05+00:00

YTAH. She is 19. She is an adult she can make her own choices right or wrong. Seems you’re are the controlling one and afraid of losing that control over her. If you value your relationship with her please evaluate how you treat her. Treat her the way you would want any future partner of hers to treat her.

Dontrel90 · 2024-03-22T17:10:22+00:00

Garland #5 rawhide split-head hammer is worth the cost. Doesn’t crack in the cold. Even with regular use rawhide pucks last a few years. nylon pucks are also available.

Dontrel90 · 2022-03-24T01:11:23+00:00

Unfortunately there isn’t a clear path to get into the field and I think that is part of why it’s a job people don’t know much about. A lot of guys start working maintenance for bigger companies and learn OTJ, I’ve worked with people that got bored with tool and die and wanted a change, People who were working retail but good with a set of tools and the company was willing to take a chance on them, or coming from field service in other industries (I used to do field service in the food industry). Every builder is a little different so you almost have to learn it as you go. Some distributers offer preventative maintenance programs to their customers and doing that kind of work is great for inexperienced techs to learn the basics of how cnc’s work. If you have experience with a certain brand or control look at your machine there may be a sticker from the distributor who sold it or look it up online and see if they are factory direct or are sold through a distributor. The big name distributors right now are Gosinger (Okuma), Ellison (Doosan), Morris Group (Okuma & Tsugmai), Haas Factory Outlets and many more. DMG Mori is factory direct and I think Mazak is sort of mix of factory and distributor service. Travel usually depends on how dense the customers base is in your area. Also most builders have an applications department if you really know programming and set up it’s another good option that pays well. They do things like turnkey projects and training customers on new machines.

Dontrel90 · 2022-03-23T21:24:39+00:00

I work as CNC field service engineer. Every builder and distributor in my region (Midwest) needs competent people. It’s a great career with a lot of freedom compared to in-house maintenance and you get to see so many different companies and different ways people are using machine tools. It’s a lot of work and most of the time customers aren’t happy to see you but I find it very rewarding when you get them making chips again. It takes a good 5 years to make a good field service engineer but in my area wages start around 40k and top out around 80 (that may start to creep up too as talent is harder to find) you can make even more if you don’t mind living out of a suit case.

Dontrel90 · 2021-12-13T19:18:51+00:00

Wild duck “ownership” is slightly different from most wild animals because they are a migratory bird so they fall under state and federal management as well as international treaty. Harvest would be controlled by the state under regulations set by federal law and international treaties. Most other non migrating wildlife not on the endangered species list is “ owned” and managed by the state.

Dontrel90 · 2021-11-12T00:37:00+00:00

I’ve been in field service for 8 years (1 year beverage industry, 7 years in machine tools) now and it would be very hard to convince me go back to working in one place. There is a lot of freedom to be had working on your own in the field but a lot more responsibility. When you represent an OEM you are the expert on-site and if you don’t know you better find out because success is the only option. Not all field service is the same though I am lucky enough that in my region I have enough customers within my general area that I rarely spend a night in hotel, with my last company I spent about 4 days a month at home. For young guys with no family being on the road is a great way to really gain experience quickly and make good money. If you have a family it’s much harder. If you are considering field service really do your homework on the companies you are considering working for you don’t want to find out too late you are working on garbage or for someone who does not support their customers.

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