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6X6 bull elk (almost made meat)

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Redhand:
My 13 year old son and I just got home from elk hunting this weekend.  We was sitting in the blind we made, when we heard this bull elk bugle, he was about 80 yards away at this point.  So I cow called, it seemed like eternity for him to make his way towards us.  As he was coming in he started his way to the back of the blind, instead of the way he was suppose to come.  LOL as to be expected, so I had to slowly make my way out of the blind, as I was clear of the blind he stood 30 yards away just looking.  I softly let out a few more cow calls, he cautiously moved closer, as he was now 15 yards away.  Just a aspen tree and small pine stood between us.  A few more step and I had my shot, I drew and let the arrow fly only to have it deflected by a branch and missed my mark.  My heart sank,  man that was my first opportunity with my primitive gear.  Oh well I had fun with my son, and we will be back again to chase the ever elusive elk.  And hopefully I will be posting pics of the kill.  But for now here a few pics of the set up and elk country.

Redhand:
pics

Lumberman:
Beautiful country! Hopefully next time it'll come together and end a little better. Sounds like a great time

bradsmith2010:
wow what a great hunt,,  you will get him next time,, congrats on your close encounter

Griffin027:
Sounds like you had a blast! Next time you will make meat but
You didn't miss out on a good time! Loved the story and also the pics of your setup. That quiver is amazing! Did you make it yourself?

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