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re: Our First Colorado Archery Elk Hunt - Public Land - Success!!! (added pics pg4)
Posted on 9/28/15 at 12:50 pm to dnm3305
Posted on 9/28/15 at 12:50 pm to dnm3305
Awesome trip. 
I've been trying to plan almost the same exact scenario for years, but I have soft arse friends who won't commit.
Q: Could he have waited on the bull, or was the cow about to blow ya'll out?
I've been trying to plan almost the same exact scenario for years, but I have soft arse friends who won't commit.
Q: Could he have waited on the bull, or was the cow about to blow ya'll out?
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Posted on 9/28/15 at 12:54 pm to dnm3305
Legit. 
Posted on 9/28/15 at 1:04 pm to GeeOH
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So let me get this straight, your FIl is completely lucky and his ineptness cost you 2 bulls!?
Well, I guess you could say that. Direct correlation between missing that first one was him not taking care of his rig before we went out there, which he will never forgive himself for. I texted him the wks leading up making sure he was right and he never got around to shooting those broadheads, despite the fact that we shot ALOT leading up to this. His mistake and he owns it.
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Then missed!
It was a tough shot and he's 4" taller than me so my draw length was awkward for him, plus I think he panicked and released too soon. Im very confident I would have made that shot. But, he got the job done anyway and we still had a great time. He's typically a fantastic shot. Now, if he would have missed that cow, I would have ragged him for quite some time.
Posted on 9/28/15 at 1:05 pm to dnm3305
Solid post, especially sharing the mistakes.
Congrats on a great set of memories.
Posted on 9/28/15 at 1:06 pm to DirtyMikeandtheBoys
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Q: Could he have waited on the bull, or was the cow about to blow ya'll out?
In hindsight, he could have waited. I think I would have. We needed 30 more seconds and bull was back in range. She was quickly pegging our position as she was only 30 yards, but she was focused on me and the calling, not him. I cant blame him for taking the sure shot though, and I'll take the success. Now we know how to hunt them for next year.
Posted on 9/28/15 at 1:06 pm to dnm3305
So let me get this straight, your FIl is completely lucky and his ineptness cost you 2 bulls!? He knew his bow was screwed and still brought it in that condition with short arrows? Then missed!
Only one option, PIIHB
Only one option, PIIHB
Posted on 9/28/15 at 1:07 pm to dnm3305
Sounds like an awesome trip
Posted on 9/28/15 at 1:12 pm to CajunAlum Tiger Fan
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Solid post, especially sharing the mistakes.
It happens to everyone. We knew we would have to adapt and overcome. Just didnt think it would be self inflicted. Hope anyone can learn from others mistakes.
Posted on 9/28/15 at 1:29 pm to dnm3305
I would be right in that same spot next year 
Awesome story
Awesome story
Posted on 9/28/15 at 1:34 pm to DeboseKnows
i would be very interested in your gear list. Especially what packs and pads you used. I weighed three cows from there last year that we were able to get into the truck whole but gutted, whole gutted all were w/in 5# of 330.
Posted on 9/28/15 at 1:36 pm to dnm3305
Dude, it looks like you're ready for the apocalypse instead of a hunt.
Posted on 9/28/15 at 1:37 pm to nolaks
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i would be very interested in your gear list. Especially what packs and pads you used. I weighed three cows from there last year that we were able to get into the truck whole but gutted, whole gutted all were w/in 5# of 330.
I posted the gear list on the first page. Our way of weighing wasnt very scientific. We drained the ice and water when we got back home and weighed it before adding more ice. Then weighed another identical ice chest and the difference was 289 lbs.
This post was edited on 9/28/15 at 1:38 pm
Posted on 9/28/15 at 2:23 pm to dnm3305
Dang dude. Talk about bucket listing it right there.
If I could post that black and white gif of people clapping in the theater I would.
I enjoyed reading that.
If I could post that black and white gif of people clapping in the theater I would.
I enjoyed reading that.
Posted on 9/28/15 at 2:24 pm to rattlebucket
Posted on 9/28/15 at 2:27 pm to dnm3305
only one other hunter on public land in elk country, wow.
Posted on 9/28/15 at 2:27 pm to dnm3305
Posted on 9/28/15 at 2:28 pm to PapaPogey
Close but i guess my memory failed me. I meant the one where the dude has a straight face clapping hard.
Posted on 9/28/15 at 2:36 pm to dnm3305
helluva trip
Posted on 9/28/15 at 2:41 pm to dnm3305
Posted on 9/28/15 at 3:07 pm to dnm3305
Awesome story and adventure.
Neither of you will ever forget it.
And, the busted bow only adds to the story. Wouldn't be nearly as memorable/entertaining if he shot the bull right off the bat.
Congrats. I'm jelly.
Neither of you will ever forget it.
And, the busted bow only adds to the story. Wouldn't be nearly as memorable/entertaining if he shot the bull right off the bat.
Congrats. I'm jelly.
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