Got back from four days up in the Coast Range chasing down the elusive Wapiti. Traveled a little over 400 miles on back roads, FSR's and skid trails. Lots of sign, but the four of us only got one chance to harvest one branch bull, and I blew the shot with my 24/47 Mauser. I got off two shots, but missed low at about 75 yards. I have no idea how that even happens. The only thing that I can figure is that the American 8mm Mauser ammo is way under powered. (Maybe I choked too, but who wants to admit that...right?)
Anyway, I've got some pictures of the countryside for you-all.
Testament Creek Valley. We were hunting the ridges and benches around this area. Lots of Elk sign, the herd was definitely in here! Oldest daughter got on the trail of a really nice 5x5, but never could get a shot off at him. Elk are extremely cagey critters. Especially the old herd bulls!
Since I've caught crap about not having pictures of the SE in it's natural environment, here's a couple to get that out of the way.
More pictures coming. I seem to be missing a couple.
Anyway, I've got some pictures of the countryside for you-all.
Testament Creek Valley. We were hunting the ridges and benches around this area. Lots of Elk sign, the herd was definitely in here! Oldest daughter got on the trail of a really nice 5x5, but never could get a shot off at him. Elk are extremely cagey critters. Especially the old herd bulls!
Since I've caught crap about not having pictures of the SE in it's natural environment, here's a couple to get that out of the way.
More pictures coming. I seem to be missing a couple.