I would probably pitch it if you are not in dire need of meat. Contacting the warden may or may not work to get your tag replaced. I've had a few similar experiences with deer, and so far I've been 1-3 on tags getting replaced. Two were visibly sick/ wounded so I put them down and called it in...
Glad your alright!! I've taken a few polar bear plunges but luckily for me there was always a hunting partner close enough to help. Solo would probably be a lot more terrifying!! Good job keeping your head on straight and getting yourself out safely!!
Congrats on a couple fine animals!!! Love those awesome pictures and brief but thorough storytelling . I'll probably never make it up there to hunt but can dream about it through story's like this.
I hunt a lot of public ground in the Midwest. That article is spot on in my experience. Hills ,ravines, swamps, thorns and thickets make excellent fences to keep less ambitious hunters out. I regularly wear waders to access some spots to get away from people. But if your goal is just filling the...
Congrats on the elk!! This has definitely been an interesting adventure for sure. Hopefully the next tags go a little smoother. Good luck to both of you!!
Go get em mtnelk!! Glad you didn't get hurt. I've really been enjoying this thread. All the sweat , aching muscles, tow bills, stress, will be forgotten when you walk up on that monster bull you deserve. Hoping you get a good one for all your efforts!!