They do exist!!!!

[ouchfoss]

You know, I did some thinking about this today.. The fact that you choose to stick with archery instead of taking "the easy" way of rifle hunting says a lot about your character and perseverance.

And to quote my father when I told him about your deer, "not bad for a guy who nearly died a year ago".

Again, great job.

I can't tell you how many people kept telling me and pushing me to go rifle hunting this year, maybe dozens. The thing is I enjoy archery so much that it wouldn't be quite the same experience for me. One reason I've enjoyed archery is because of the sense of accomplishment you get when you go out in the woods and take down a big game animal with pure human strength. Thats one reason why I built my longbow a couple years ago. I had wanted to take down an elk with the most basic of weapons that I had cut down, shaped and tillered with my own hands. That sense of accomplishment is just barely 2nd compared to my deer yesterday. I have nothing bad to say about rifle hunters, in fact theres been times through the years when I wish I could have had a rifle to take down a big buck or big bull that was to far out of archery range, but to me its worth the extra effort to try and kill one with a stick and string.

[ouchfoss]

This is the cow I got with my longbow back in 05. That is the actual camo I was wearing when i shot it.  

[Bigbuckhunter_1996]

size doesnt matter to me as long as im havein fun & enjoyin myself who cares

[KillBilly]

For those of you that don't remember, this was Jesse this Spring. Picture was taken at his sisters house in Burlington. Jesse is in the middle, Chris, Willie, Al, & and Adam surrounding.



At this time last year, Jesse was in the hospital hanging onto life. His progress and accomplishments are truly amazing and testimony that the Man upstairs looks after his children.

[Titan-1]

Awesome job Jesse!!!! After meeting you and seeing your determination, I knew you would do it.  You to inspire us all!!!

P.S.  I want a copy of that picture of all of us  I don't have one.

[furbearer365]

Congrats, always remember that score or horn size don't make it a trophy.  Sounds like you worked hard for him and it paid off, that is something to say in itself.

[Ripper]

Great job Jesse, that'll be better eatting than my unfilled tag. I don't know your story, but I'm going to search the site for more info on you. Obviously there are a lot of people on this site that think a lot about you. That tells me something. Good luck on your next surgery, and your full recovery. You are an inspiration, even though I don't know you.  Mark

[ouchfoss]

Awesome job Jesse!!!! After meeting you and seeing your determination, I knew you would do it.   You to inspire us all!!!

P.S.  I want a copy of that picture of all of us   I don't have one.

Thanks Chris!  Its nice to finally get one considering how much time I put in this year. I guess thats definetly proof that i'm ..........................Addicted.   Which reminds me, I'm really looking forward to Addicted 3. Killbilly took several of those pictures so PM him and I bet he'll hook you up with that pic.

[cascademountainhunter]

congrats on the kill!!

[jager]

You're incredible man!         Great job!

Best wishes!

[billythekidrock]

Titan -
Just right click on the pic and save to your pc.

[billythekidrock]

Great job Jesse, that'll be better eatting than my unfilled tag. I don't know your story, but I'm going to search the site for more info on you. Obviously there are a lot of people on this site that think a lot about you. That tells me something. Good luck on your next surgery, and your full recovery. You are an inspiration, even though I don't know you.  Mark

Here is a link to the main thread.
http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,23148.0.html

And more here.
http://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/board,46.0.html

[Shootmoore]

Congrats on the buck this year Ouchfoss.  You and I have never met, but reading your story and your posts in this thread are inspirational to say the least.  Not only your can do attitude and success since the accident, but your apparent attitude before as well.  The willingness to make and use your own bow to take an elk is impressive in its own right.  We need more young men like you out in the woods.

Keep up the good work and my well wishes for you in your continued enjoyment of the outdoors.  I would be proud to shake your hand and your welcome in my hunting camp anytime.

Shootmoore 

[Titan-1]

Titan -
Just right click on the pic and save to your pc.

Thank you Mr. Rock  You don't look so happy in that pic , I hate it when your not ready and people are snapping pictures LOL  . Oh well, that was a fun day! Thanks for the pic.

[Titan-1]

Thanks Chris!  Its nice to finally get one considering how much time I put in this year. I guess that's definitely proof that I'm ..........................Addicted.  Which reminds me, I'm really looking forward to Addicted 3.

You are the true meaning of the word Addicted my friend  that is for sure!!! I'm working on Addicted 3 now, Will be a few months before its out but I will make sure you get a copy as soon as it is!!  Take care and stay strong.