Howdy men,

Sorry for the late report, but you know how things go . . . Nevertheless, I thought I’d share a few pictures with you from this year’s hunt because it was special for me in two ways: 1st, it was the first year that I finally got to hunt in Colorado, and 2nd because my buddy's son took his first elk on this trip. As this was a self hunt, and because I’m a firm believer in taking kids hunting, I thought that I’d show you how things turned out. I will say this upfront, it was beautiful country and we worked pretty hard for the animals we took. I’ll try to keep the report short.

The night before opening day got pretty cold. Here are some of us standing around the camp fire already swapping stories of hunting trips past:



On the 1st morning it stormed a little, so my hunting buddy and me were forced to hide under the rock cliff shown below as we ascended the hill we were on:


A view from later in the morning on the 1st day:


Another view from the 1st day:


Me taking a break on the 2nd day of the hunt:


The elk that my friend's kid shot. I’m not sure who was prouder, him or his dad (Actually, I know his dad was much prouder):


Kevin getting busy with his new trophy:


A good look at the elk back in camp:


Just a picture of Kevin, his dad, and me goofing around one day. I was a guest with these folks and they treated me like a king. I consider myself lucky to have been with them for this special hunt:


Lastly, what would a hunting trip be with breaking something on your new 4x4 Dodge RAM? Well, I decided to get brave on about the 4th day and drive my new truck up a muddy road. On the way down, my chain tightener came loose and I thus lost a banjo bolt on the way back down when the chain went off-center. Try riding down a steep, muddy mountain road on your front brakes only, with NO chains on one side and on street tires. I definitely had the "pucker†factor working. The truck and I survived but did the guys give me a hard time about the whole ordeal:


So, we had a great time, ate like Kings and Princes, and have some good stories to tell too. I hope you all enjoy the pictures.

Thanks

Can't see the pictures?

John

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Originally posted by 323:
Can't see the pictures?

John

Sorry, should be fixed now. trying to type in the dark!

Those things will happen when you're driving a Dodge!

Great pictures! Did you give that lucky young man a coniac and a beer!

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Originally posted by GSP7:
Great pictures! Did you give that lucky young man a coniac and a beer!

Well, we gave him a small bottle of Jack (if I remember correctly), which his dad said he can have once he grows up a bit more. However, a few drinks and cigars did get tossed around that night, along with some back strap!

Perfect way to start the young man off in life!

I'm glad that you guys had a good time. I remember that morning snow well, I was glad when it was done. Next time you come out we'll have to get together for a beer.

Thanks for the great pictures and report, and congratulations to Kevin!