IA Born Report post Posted October 10, 2023 I keep replaying Friday afternoon, Oct 6, in my mind and am so proud of our son, Jacob. I'm also thankful for the friends (family) that helped make this happen. Grandpa Goose and Christian made this hunt even more special. We were glassing in Unit 10 Friday afternoon, looking for a cow elk that we (Christian) spotted that morning over 2000 yards away bedded between two junipers. A bull bugled to our right down in or across the canyon immediately east of us. We knew he had to have cows with him. While making a plan, I decided we didn't need three people going in. That was too many bodies and, therefore, too many chances for something to go wrong. I stayed back with the gear while Jacob and Christian went in to look and, hopefully, make something happen. I know when it's time to let go and time for someone else to lead him, especially someone I trust wholeheartedly. 10 minutes later, at 4:40 pm, I heard the shot, followed by the wracking of the action of Jacob's 300WM. Then dead silence. Nobody answered my radio or text inquiries. This dad was shaking, but confident. Jacob is an ice-cold shooter. My radio went off at almost 4pm letting me know Jacob hit a cow solidly. She entered a thick clump of junipers and never came out. I grabbed the gear and headed down to Jacob and Christian. I got the full download. Jacob made a perfect 357-yard shot on a slightly quartering-away mature cow. Christian kept eyes on the area while Jacob and I picked our way across the canyon. Christian guided us in perfectly after seeing her fall and tumble down the canyon side. Jacob paid his respects to his elk and helped me drag her 15 yards down the canyon to the wash where we could process her easier. We got some great trophy pics before we ran out of light and began the hard work. Fortunately, Christian and Goose were able to drive Christian's Pioneer right up to the elk. The ride out on the tailgate of the Pioneer was beautiful under the stars. I got my chance to say thanks to all those above who watched over us. That's when my emotions caught up to me. I lost track of how many times I hugged Jacob. 31 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roosevelt Mark Report post Posted October 10, 2023 Nice cow, congrats guys! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mocha1545 Report post Posted October 10, 2023 Nice Elk! Thanks for the great write up. Always nice when you can drive to the dwoned animal. Congrats to all of you. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigorange Report post Posted October 10, 2023 Awesome…congrats and thanks for sharing. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AzDiamondHeat Report post Posted October 10, 2023 man....great story. congrats to all 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stanley Report post Posted October 10, 2023 OUTSTANDING!!!!!! All the better when shared with additional family! S. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CatfishKev Report post Posted October 12, 2023 Nice job! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Will K Report post Posted October 12, 2023 Nice job. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Couzer Report post Posted October 13, 2023 Congrats, Thats what its all about right there! Solid team work! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Edge Report post Posted October 13, 2023 Good job, bro! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
duxngeez Report post Posted October 15, 2023 Thanks for the write up and huge congrats to all involved! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigbuckfever Report post Posted October 15, 2023 That's good stuff. Congrats to all of you and thanks for sharing the story. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chef Report post Posted October 17, 2023 Congrats Jacob! Nice shooting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AzRaised08 Report post Posted October 20, 2023 That is a great story and a nice elk. Congratulations to your son on perfect shooting and sealing the deal! Looks like beautiful country, and I’m glad you were able to create some awesome memories Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
