Not a B&C buck, but.......

ridgerunner · Jul 9, 2004

I will need someone to post the picture but here is the story. Last fall after waiting 8 years I drew a limited entry mule deer rut hunt tag. After learning the unit, I hunted hard for approximately 10 days. I ended up not tagging out on a buck but during the hunt I shot a buck and lost him after an all day tracking job due to a snowstorm that dumped more than a foot of snow. All winter I thought about the buck and convinced myself he was still on the mountain. In June I was able to go back to my hunt area and find him. The critters knawed on him a little bit but it was a great feeling to hold those antlers in my hands 7 months after the fact. I am still disappointed with my shot but am thrilled to have found my buck and have something to show for an awesome hunt. Just goes to show you never give up.

264Magnum · Jul 9, 2004

i'll post it [email protected]

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There are three reasons to own a gun. To protect yourself and your family, to hunt dangerous and delicious animals, and to keep the King of England out of your face. -- Krusty the Clown

264Magnum · Jul 10, 2004

here ya go

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There are three reasons to own a gun. To protect yourself and your family, to hunt dangerous and delicious animals, and to keep the King of England out of your face. -- Krusty the Clown

MichaelJ · Jul 10, 2004

WoW, that's AWESOME that you found him! I've never heard of someone doing that! Good job!

Michael~All Gods creatures welcome... right next to the mashed potatoes and gravy.

littlefoot · Jul 10, 2004

nice follow through, rr, and thanks for the pic

Craig · Jul 10, 2004

good job finding your buck. I hope you had a good time on your hunt and maybe you will get another good tag this year. good luck.

WAmuleyHunter · Jul 11, 2004

awesome story, i cant believe that, that is cool. i am happy for you. Cant believe those rodents got to it so fast. I am glad you went back to look for him after the fact. Looks a little steep !!!!

Garrett