Pine Donkey Report post Posted September 22, 2015 This year I lucked into a Unit 1 bull tag just two years after my last one. This time around I decided that any mature bull will do; no holding out for a wall hanger. I hunted the first weekend then returned to work for the week with hopes that the rut would be better the second week. Saturday morning was very quiet, and I was thinking I made a big mistake. Sunday was also very quiet, but things turned on Monday morning. We had several 'almost' situations and passed a few littler ones. Midday, the storm moved in and out came the rain gear, but the hunt continued. Things came together Monday evening. I was able to sneak in on a small herd with a 6 point. When he stepped out at 45 yards, the striker landed right behind the shoulder and he only when 10 yards before rolling. The night was long, but I had a lot of help. Mark and Garrett were with me, then Jaime, Rich and my parents all came out to help pack out. We were able to get it done in one trip. It amazes me that my parents and Rich, all in their 70's, are still able to pack elk, in the rain, in the dark, through very rocky terrain. I can only hope to be in that condition when I am their age. Thanks to all that helped me with this elk. Without the help of friends and family, elk hunting would not be very enjoyable. The picture is a bit dark. I have a bad habit of shooting elk in the last minutes of light. 25 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sherman Report post Posted September 22, 2015 Nice bull congratulations Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trphyhntr Report post Posted September 22, 2015 right on dude, nice one Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
az-6.5-284 Report post Posted September 22, 2015 Congrats for the awesome bull Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreyGhost85 Report post Posted September 22, 2015 Looks like a great bull. Congrats and way to get it done Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
murfys69law Report post Posted September 22, 2015 That is awesome Donkey. Good for you!. Family and friends are a big part of life. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sneaker Report post Posted September 22, 2015 Looks like a wall hanger to me! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stanley Report post Posted September 22, 2015 AWESOME!!! Congrats on a great bull and a great hunt! Thanks for sharing with the site! S. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
208muley Report post Posted September 22, 2015 Sometimes not wanting a "wall hanger" is the best way to kill one! That and persistence! Congrats on great bull! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnie blaze Report post Posted September 22, 2015 I'm gonna have to start sending my app in via toostoned Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
creed_az_88 Report post Posted September 22, 2015 Looks like you got your mature bull, and then some. Really cool bull congrats. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cramerhunts Report post Posted September 22, 2015 Big congratulations to you on a nice bull! You nailed it with your comment about enjoying it with friends and family! Memories to last a lifetime. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jim Report post Posted September 22, 2015 Great story and congrats on a great bull. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mocha1545 Report post Posted September 22, 2015 Nice Bull. Family sure makes it great. One trip pack out is awesome. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Str8Shot Report post Posted September 22, 2015 Great Bull... Nothing like having family share in the experience , Congrats on your success ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
