Post by: bigbore40 on October 07, 2020, 11:09:45 AM
After the dust has settled from breaking the bull down , the pack out , and getting it hung up. Things are really starting to sink in on just how amazing this adventure was with my oldest son.
First off, the experience alone was indescribable. Watching my son get himself ready and into position immediately after hearing the first snap of branches as the elk came our way through the timber to investigate my cow calls .
Knowing that he had his heart set on harvesting a bull even though I told him multiple times to take a cow if you have a clean opportunity. To then see him watch 2 cows come down through the timber as he patiently waits to see the bull. As the 3rd elk appears through the timber i hear Hunter quietly say "its a bull" and then immediately takes aim. I then let out a final cow call to stop the bull in what I hope was within Hunters shooting lane through the dense timber and within a few seconds I hear the 50 cal light off.
I think about what a life changing event this was for the both of us and definitely his rite of passage as an elk hunter . I think about how much of a life milestone it is to harvest a roosevelt bull . Knowing many that never have after years of pursuit.
I think about the commendation we give towards a kids first steps, 1st tooth, 1st day of school, etc. And look at today's younger helpless generation and think that almost everyone can accomplish such simple milestones, but few can find success in the elk woods. Such an amazing adventure and honestly the proudest moment i have experience as a father and a hunter.
Post by: Dan-o on October 07, 2020, 11:17:43 AM
Thanks for sharing.
Post by: gutsnthegrass on October 07, 2020, 11:22:49 AM
My boy was able to get it done on the morning of day 2 on a awesome western WA muzzleloader roosevelt bull.
After the dust has settled from breaking the bull down , the pack out , and getting it hung up. Things are really starting to sink in on just how amazing this adventure was with my oldest son.
First off, the experience alone was indescribable. Watching my son get himself ready and into position immediately after hearing the first snap of branches as the elk came our way through the timber to investigate my cow calls .
Knowing that he had his heart set on harvesting a bull even though I told him multiple times to take a cow if you have a clean opportunity. To then see him watch 2 cows come down through the timber as he patiently waits to see the bull. As the 3rd elk appears through the timber i hear Hunter quietly say "its a bull" and then immediately takes aim. I then let out a final cow call to stop the bull in what I hope was within Hunters shooting lane through the dense timber and within a few seconds I hear the 50 cal light off.
I think about what a life changing event this was for the both of us and definitely his rite of passage as an elk hunter . I think about how much of a life milestone it is to harvest a roosevelt bull . Knowing many that never have after years of pursuit.
I think about the commendation we give towards a kids first steps, 1st tooth, 1st day of school, etc. And look at today's younger helpless generation and think that almost everyone can accomplish such simple milestones, but few can find success in the elk woods. Such an amazing adventure and honestly the proudest moment i have experience as a father and a hunter.
I have felt this exact same way when my daughter and two sons harvested their first deer.
Post by: Sutherland on October 07, 2020, 11:23:32 AM
Post by: bigbore40 on October 07, 2020, 11:34:32 AM
Post by: trophyhunt on October 07, 2020, 12:18:08 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on October 07, 2020, 12:18:48 PM
Post by: Rainier10 on October 07, 2020, 12:25:40 PM
Screen shot your pic and then you should be able to upload.
Post by: Stein on October 07, 2020, 12:31:33 PM
Awesome. Even more awesome with pics!
Post by: bigbore40 on October 07, 2020, 12:37:26 PM
:yeah: Great story. You put into words what so many of us parents feel.
Thanks screenshots worked
Screen shot your pic and then you should be able to upload.
Post by: LDennis24 on October 07, 2020, 12:37:35 PM
Post by: bigbore40 on October 07, 2020, 12:39:08 PM
Post by: Wanttohuntmore on October 07, 2020, 12:39:35 PM
Post by: Rainier10 on October 07, 2020, 12:43:08 PM
Thanks for posting.
Post by: LDennis24 on October 07, 2020, 12:47:13 PM
Post by: wheels on October 07, 2020, 12:48:12 PM
Post by: rainshadow1 on October 07, 2020, 12:53:10 PM
Post by: jstone on October 07, 2020, 01:01:25 PM
When I use my Eastern archery quality points up I might try to hunt those bulls
Post by: The Fin on October 14, 2020, 10:34:06 AM
Post by: Henrydog on October 14, 2020, 10:52:51 AM
Post by: h3x0ctb1n on October 14, 2020, 11:12:20 AM
Great shot placement!
Post by: bigbore40 on October 14, 2020, 11:14:59 AM
Definite congrats, and like others have said, congrats to you for keeping the tradition going through your son. You should be doubly proud!
Great shot placement!