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[quote]The domestic birds wouldn’t live long enough to breed, or cause a significant shift in genetics[/quote] Sort of where I’m at; coupled with my belief that true Osceola birds occur much further South. None found North of Orlando. By that I mean smaller bodies and almost entirely black win...
[quote]That ship has already sailed.[/quote] I have similar feelings....
[quote]Man I’ve never been on a paid hunt or paid fishing trip in my life. I keep saying I’m going to do it but things keep coming up. I’m more of a figure it out for myself than pay a guide kinda [/quote] I get it. One of my best hunting buddies is all about drawing permits and hunting public l...
[quote]Pen raised birds are a thing for rich city fricktards looking for a hunt to video.[/quote] I’ll be honest; turkey hunters are a different breed. Especially those willing to pay the money and travel to chase Osceola turkeys. They are largely die hards who I’m guessing are really pissed ri...
[link=(https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/FLFFWCC/bulletins/3aa9981)]LINK[/link] This ranch is actually pretty well known in Florida. Rumors have swirled about some outfitters/ranches using farm raised birds which resemble Osceolas for years. At $3,000 for a 3 day hunt there’s certainly i...

re: 3 night stop in Europe

Posted by wiltznucs on 7/22/24 at 3:15 pm
[quote]Amsterdam[/quote] This would be my choice. One of my favorite European cities. The people are very friendly and inviting. English is spoken everywhere. Take in the Anne Frank House; remember to buy your ticket in advance. Do a canal tour. Book a day trip to Rotterdam, Delft and The...

re: Buenos Aires in May

Posted by wiltznucs on 7/21/24 at 9:17 pm
Haven’t been since 22’ and a lot has changed politically since then. I really loved it. We hired a private guide for a tour of the city. Was definitely worth it. Hit the Recoleta. Go to the Church and the Cemetary. Do Palermo and La Boca. Hit a soccer game if you can. There’s two major club...
Nobody has a crystal ball unfortunately; but, we do have some indicators to work with. As several have pointed out; from a historical standpoint, 6-7% home loan interest rates are normal. That era of 2.25-3.5% was an anomaly and probably is causing some of the pain we’re experiencing now. Y...

re: I just came into some money.

Posted by wiltznucs on 7/18/24 at 9:03 pm
[quote]Would it be an awful idea to put the entire amount in the S&P 500 ETF and not look at it for 10 years[/quote] Bubba; if you can do that and not look at it until about age 60 you’ll be rewarded....
[quote].338 win [/quote] It’s a wonderful cartridge. Probably not the best choice for you for few reasons. There’s a reason you didn’t find one. It’s not very popular and with good reason. It’s honestly overkill for elk and maybe moose; just more power than you need and with crushin...

re: Thoughts on VOO

Posted by wiltznucs on 7/10/24 at 6:48 pm
I only wish I had bought more and bought earlier. It’s 85% of my portfolio and I buy more every other week. VOO is the only one I own that I’m happy when it goes up or goes down. When it goes up I make money; when it goes down I get to buy more at a bargain....
[quote]Recommendations for family fun things to do around Tampa and/or Clearwater?[/quote] For kids I recommend the zoo and/or the aquarium. Both are really geared towards younger kids with splash grounds, etc. There’s the Glazer’s Children’s museum that might be worth hitting too. Busch...

re: Hong Kong

Posted by wiltznucs on 7/7/24 at 1:13 pm
Been a decade for me. Agree with others; HK is probably the most beautiful skyline I’ve ever seen. Book a tour, see the Buddha, etc. As others noted; if you want a suit made it’s the place to be. Great food scene too. I personally found Macau to be a bit sketchy. Was the only time I didn...

re: Napa - Best Winery for Views

Posted by wiltznucs on 7/5/24 at 2:45 pm
Chappellet’s grounds aren’t as nicely appointed as some other wineries; but, it’s mountainside location overlooking Lake Hennessy is pretty awesome. The wines are pretty darn good too....
I really enjoyed it. Loved that it was filmed in 80’s/90’s style. Bringing back the old soundtrack hit me right in the feels too. ...
I really enjoyed Edmunds Oast. Amazing food; solid beers. Good people....

re: Helsinki & Tallinn

Posted by wiltznucs on 6/21/24 at 10:00 pm
Good stuff. Looking forward to both. I’ve heard Tallinn is amazing. Big fan of the Baltics. ...

Helsinki & Tallinn

Posted by wiltznucs on 6/20/24 at 3:43 pm
Heading back to Riga on business in September. Traveled there last year and took in some sights there and in Lithuania. This year I’m building in a few days in Helsinki before hopping the ferry to Tallinn for a few days. Then finishing up in Riga. I’m sure someone reading has been to one or ...

re: UTMA, 529, and student housing

Posted by wiltznucs on 6/5/24 at 9:48 am
Good point about the age requirement. Here in FL it doesn’t automatically transfer until they reach the age of 25....

re: UTMA, 529, and student housing

Posted by wiltznucs on 6/4/24 at 7:30 pm
It’s my understanding that with the UTMA as the Custodian you can use it for whatever as long as it’s clearly for the child’s benefit. So the home doesn’t have to be in the child’s name. It can be in yours. The child is paying for housing in college. No different than paying for a Dorm which i...