Shank it? or Crank it? Only the Billy knows

[Wildabeest]

Looks like a quick way to a short life.

 

[EYJONAS!]

Great weekend to spend up there. No goats spotted but it's always a pleasure when you're in the alpine. It's a blessing to be up there especially with your family. A few photos of the weekend.

This kid amazes me with his outfits please freakin hilarious. Splitting wood with a legit skunk hat and a life jacket to boot..... hadn't even been at camp 1hr. He's getting pretty good.



Getting a ride from my Uber driver to the heavens. She's loving the ATV/SXS life!



UPTOP with the BBGST!

Beartooth Billy Ground Surveillance Team.



A little fishing, a little campfire and that one is in the books! Awesome trip to have them along. I really wasn't expecting much goat action in this part of the district but it was a great way to map some points out for some deeper backcountry access.





More to come.....

 

[Gerald Martin]

Good job getting the family involved. This is going to be an epic fall!

 

[rmyoung1]

It’s always great seeing someone appreciate a special experience. Rooting for you @EYJONAS!

 

[MNElkNut]

Investing in your kids pays the biggest dividends! Especially when they split the wood and make the fires!

 

[FREAK]

living the dream right there, I'm jealous of that mullet!

 

[Nick87]

Memories that will last a lifetime right there. Good stuff.

 

[Elkmagnet]

Great weekend to spend up there. No goats spotted but it's always a pleasure when you're in the alpine. It's a blessing to be up there especially with your family. A few photos of the weekend.

This kid amazes me with his outfits please freakin hilarious. Splitting wood with a legit skunk hat and a life jacket to boot..... hadn't even been at camp 1hr. He's getting pretty good.

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Getting a ride from my Uber driver to the heavens. She's loving the ATV/SXS life!

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UPTOP with the BBGST!

Beartooth Billy Ground Surveillance Team.

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A little fishing, a little campfire and that one is in the books! Awesome trip to have them along. I really wasn't expecting much goat action in this part of the district but it was a great way to map some points out for some deeper backcountry access.

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More to come.....

Dude! There's a goat right behind you!

 

[SaskHunter]

Fugging killin' it!!!

 

[EYJONAS!]

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Fuggin rock goat.

 

[Elkmagnet]

Fuggin rock goat.

PASS! The hair on that goat is never coming back.

 

[EYJONAS!]

PASS! The hair on that goat is never coming back.

Piss on your AZ Elk tag you can come over and hunt the billy instead with eagle eyes like that.

 

[Elkmagnet]

Piss on your AZ Elk tag you can come over and hunt the billy instead with eagle eyes like that.

Thought you would already have a dream team assembled. What position is available? FYI you don't need my help!

 

[MTGunner]

With the draws winding down for the upcoming season. The first days of summer coming upon us. I'm gonna kick it off with my journey that lies ahead over the next few months. I've been granted the great fortune and opportunity to hunt one of the most badass, unique and unparalleled species in North America or maybe even the world. Oreammos Americanus, or "The Mountain Goat." To make it even more special, this hunt and adventure is going to take place in a Range that I've grown up hunting in ever since I was a young boy, it's a range I now create so many memories with my own young family. Hiking, camping, fishing, and of course hunting. The great Beartooth Range.

Now, I am well aware that goat threads and hunt talk rarely jive well. Most post 2 or 3 updates and ghost us or you're shankin your tent on the first trip in etc. etc. However, there have been some great ones though as well.

I plan to share the full experience and preparation that I've done to try and be ready for the task ahead. The highs, the lows, the physical and mental preparation. My hopes are is that maybe some can take a few things away from it and maybe use on their future adventure. Some good, some bad. I ask the community if they'd like to share some of their experiences that could be helpful to chime in as well. I'm no expert in this, matter of fact, I'm far from it. Alpine hunting is unreal at times, it's extreme, dangerous and daunting. In the end though when this life long dream of mine comes full circle I hope to look back on it and say... that's exactly what I wanted in my goat quest. So buckle up boys and girls, this story could really suck or out could turn out pretty sweet. Hence the name of the title. There are 3 references.....

Are you gonna shank it?

Or are you gonna crank it?

Only the billy knows, where the billy goes.

It's up to us to find him. To be continued........


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This has to be one of the best pictures of a male and female. The differences are obvious. Your hunt should be epic. Looking forward to reading about your adventure.

I wanted to hunt mountain goat…
For my sins I drew a tag….
Enjoy the hunt….
Endure the pain…
Cherish the memories. MTG

 

[EYJONAS!]

Let's throw some goat pics up..... As we get a little closer I wanna hear some thoughts on nanny vs. Billy and what you all think of em.

Man they're so badass to watch.

I'm thinking this one is an older nanny.

 

[EYJONAS!]

Kids got in on one in Glacier.

Young nanny.

 

[huntandfly]

Kids got in on one in Glacier.

Young nanny.

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The Pit Viper game is strong. Killer mentality

 

[EYJONAS!]

Better looking Billy

 

[BAKPAKR]

One of each?

 

[cgasner1]

Have to pass on these shankers and keep looking for a cranker