Ryan's 2nd 1st Elk Hunt
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From: JL
18-Oct-21
^....that's a great touch!!
From: Treeline
18-Oct-21
Lining up to be an awesome trip!
From: adogg437
18-Oct-21
Looks like you guys are off to a great stat! Good Luck
From: rattling_junkie
18-Oct-21
Sweet!!
From: smarba
18-Oct-21
Keep it coming!
From: BOWNBIRDHNTR
18-Oct-21
Looking forward to the rest Scoot. Who's taller now? Ryan has stretched out!
From: Daydreamer
18-Oct-21
Been looking forward to a Scoot/Ryan story! Keep it coming
From: Treeline
18-Oct-21
That could be a good spot to catch an elk…
From: drycreek
18-Oct-21
That looks like good territory to prospect Scoot !
From: Paul@thefort
18-Oct-21
Cow and calf call, cow and calf call, lost calf call and move towards the bull. Go to him. Hurry.
From: APauls
18-Oct-21
Oh ya baby! Worth the price of admission!
From: APauls
18-Oct-21
Helllloooooooooooooooooo???????
From: Straight Shooter
18-Oct-21
Scoot- sorry for the loss of your father. Some things are much more important than hunting.
From: t-roy
19-Oct-21
Holy cow! Ol Grinner is growing like a weed!! Good stuff, so far! Keep it coming, Scoot.
From: No Mercy
19-Oct-21
EXCELLENTTTTTTTTTT!!! I've been waiting for a Scoot/Ryan story!
From: Paul@thefort
19-Oct-21
Keep focused!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
From: ND String Puller
19-Oct-21
Heck of a good time so far! Following closely
From: Treeline
19-Oct-21
Spectacular hunt so far! Getting some elk action!
From: BOWNBIRDHNTR
19-Oct-21
We cooked grouse and puffball mushrooms on flat rock during our elk hunt. Outstanding meal! Nothing beats hunting with your kids.
From: Z Barebow
19-Oct-21
Looks like woodpeckers have been after your stick legs! LOL! (I am one to talk!)
From: Hancock West
19-Oct-21
Definitely some family resemblance there scoot.
From: HUNT MAN
19-Oct-21
Love those smiles!! Keep it coming!!
From: Jordan
19-Oct-21
Awesome, thanks for sharing your journey!!
From: APauls
19-Oct-21
You're supposed to step on or over those blowdowns eh Scott. Looks like a memory no one will ever forget. Way to do parenting right.
From: deerhunter72
19-Oct-21
Lots of good smiles from that young man!
From: Buckeye
19-Oct-21
It may not have ended with a heavy pack but I am sure the boy learned a thing or two. And there is always next years elk hunt! Good on you for spending time with him. He looks like he is eager for his 3rd, second elk hunt! Thanks for sharing yalls adventure.
From: GhostBird
19-Oct-21
Good times guys... thanks for taking us along.
From: Paul@thefort
19-Oct-21
The last picture tells it all, i.e., togetherness, having a wonderful experience, memories formed, and then, "just wait until the next time", is what keeps us coming back. Nicely done by all. Paul
From: GhostBird
19-Oct-21
... oh yeah baby.............................
From: Brotsky
19-Oct-21
You should have added Brotsky top that list of people that went along on round 2! Still regretting the decision not to elk hunt! Ha! great stuff so far Scoot!
From: drycreek
19-Oct-21
It ain’t too late to pull a rabbit outa his hat. Hang on boys, there may be a ride in him yet…….
From: Paul@thefort
19-Oct-21
YOU GOT TO BE KIDDING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
From: APauls
19-Oct-21
From: Paul@thefort
19-Oct-21
:) X 10
From: orionsbrother
19-Oct-21
Good stuff Scoot. Lots of dad points. Props from the flatland.
Go get ‘em Ryan!!
From: Ron Niziolek
19-Oct-21
Good stuff Scoot. I'm really looking forward to the rest!
From: Treeline
19-Oct-21
Oh, my! From down and out to back in the saddle! Go get em Ryan!
Sounds like Brotsky missed out:-)
From: APauls
19-Oct-21
From: midwest
19-Oct-21
I'm all in Scoot!!! Giddyup!
From: MA-PAdeerslayer
19-Oct-21
Had me scrolling by then BOOM, I’m back! Keep it comin
From: Wv hillbilly
19-Oct-21
Awesome so far. Can’t wait for the bonus days! Nothing better than spending time with your children Hunting.
From: Jordan
19-Oct-21
So many years I went home to MO feeling the same Scoot.......I came back once and had an epic encounter with a bull and his 20 cows.......got close but no shot. Looking forward to hearing your Part 2!!!!
From: hunt'n addict
19-Oct-21
I'm still waiting....the rest of the story!
From: BigOk
19-Oct-21
The smile on his face says it all, ready for round 2!!
From: Paul@thefort
19-Oct-21
A bull elk is just a BIG grouse. Hammer time!
From: BULELK1
20-Oct-21
Man, Ryan has sure grown up over the years here on the Bowsite.
Fun thread Scott
Good luck, Robb
From: Supernaut
20-Oct-21
AWESOME thread, I'm hooked!
From: Oryx35
20-Oct-21
Man, I love bonus time! Looking forward to hearing how the rest of the hunt unfolded.
From: Whocares
20-Oct-21
Ya got us all hooked Scott. First story was fun. Good luck on this one! Good Dad! I also have a son that loves to go on adventures with me . We just spent a weekend at the shack and he shot a bunch of grouse. Makes a Dad feel good inside! Waiting for more story now... My son is Ryan also!
From: APauls
20-Oct-21
Oh man! That hurt ME! Keep at it!
From: Daydreamer
20-Oct-21
Standing ovation Scoot! I call for an encore next year!
From: Fields
20-Oct-21
Super story!!! The end of one season, the beginning of many more!
From: Brijake
20-Oct-21
Great story, thanks for sharing!
From: HUNT MAN
20-Oct-21
Great stuff. Was pulling for you guys all season . Thanks for taking the time to post . Hunt
From: Daydreamer
20-Oct-21
Standing ovation Scoot! I call for an encore next year!
From: kota-man
20-Oct-21
Great story/hunt Scoot. Good stuff…
From: APauls
20-Oct-21
Awesome hunt guys!!! So many great memories in there. Stuff you'll cherish the rest of your life. Chickens, bugles, chances that didn't quite work out, camaraderie in camp so many great things. All it takes is one encounter to hook a guy.
From: BAT
20-Oct-21
Loved this story and your closing pic/sentiment. Thanks for sharing Scoot!
From: Rgiesey
20-Oct-21
I’ll be looking forward to next years version. Nothing better than taking your son elk hunting. Nice to have skilled friends to help coach up a young man.
From: GLP
20-Oct-21
Thanks for the write up. Loved this.
From: Grasshopper
20-Oct-21
sounds like an awesome trip for the memory bank! Next year is the year.
From: Brotsky
20-Oct-21
Not always about a bull on the ground! This is hard to beat! Next year I have a feeling Ryan will have his hands on a Wyoming bull! :)
From: BOWNBIRDHNTR
20-Oct-21
Great season Scoot. Neither you nor Ryan will forget it. Congrats.
From: elkmtngear
20-Oct-21
Absolutely a successful trip, great encore!
Nice recap, I appreciate all the great pics!
Best of luck to both you and Ryan next Season!
From: ND String Puller
20-Oct-21
Way to go guys ! If it was only about the kill we wouldn’t be bowhunting elk. I’ve had my fair share of elk hunts that were awesome, but only have pictures and memories to show for them. But when you do kill one it seems like the world stops turning for a minute! Thanks for the write up Scoot! Get back after it next year!
From: Paul@thefort
20-Oct-21
Dreams are for dreamers and elk hunters, successful or not. Dreams are what keeps us coming back. Dreams are good. Nicely done. Paul
From: Bowfreak
20-Oct-21
Awesome trip! It is hard to see a trip to the Rockies in September with friends and family as anything but a success.
From: deerhunter72
20-Oct-21
It's not all about the kill. Great memories were made that will last a lifetime. Thanks for taking us along.
From: Jaquomo
20-Oct-21
Excellent, Scoot! Ryan is a lucky young man in many ways!
From: Treeline
20-Oct-21
Wow, you guys did well on the quick follow up! And came oh-so-close! Ryan is gonna remember that hunt vividly for the rest of his life! Excellent work, Scoot! Bravo!
From: EliteFan
20-Oct-21
Great story, pictures and everything else. It'll just be that much sweeter when Ryan sticks his first bull. Great times in the woods with your kids is invaluable. Tip of the hat to you both!
From: JB
20-Oct-21
Amazing story telling! Thank you for taking us along!! And good on you and your friends for passing it on to the next generation!!!
From: t-roy
20-Oct-21
Excellent recap, Scoot! “Now THAT was fun!” sounds like ringing endorsement, that Ryan is sold on this elk hunting thing….
Thanks for bringing us along, and good luck on the muleys!
From: drycreek
20-Oct-21
That’s a great ending to a great story Scoot, just proves you don’t have to kill to have a good hunt. You’ll recall little things about this hunt for years and so will Ryan. As for killing an elk, there’s always next year, and the next, and…….
From: SIP
20-Oct-21
Fantastic stuff
From: WV Mountaineer
20-Oct-21
Great time had by all! Great story Scoot.
From: Supernaut
20-Oct-21
One of the best threads I've ever read. Thanks for sharing it with us and I'll be looking forward to next year's installment!
You and your son are both blessed to have each other.
From: orionsbrother
20-Oct-21
The pictures display the attitude and enthusiasm. The story reinforces that and bears witness to the perseverance. Ryan is a lucky young man.
A great story about a great team of partners.
My hat is off to you guys.
I have no doubt that well earned back straps are out there already moving towards an intersection with your path next year.
From: Bulldown
20-Oct-21
Thanks for inviting me Scott! Nice recap and pictures. Was a great time experiencing a father and young son bonding while hunting! World would be a better place with more fathers like you!
From: blue spot
20-Oct-21
A good time had by all. And a little adversity makes success all the sweeter when that day comes.
From: pav
21-Oct-21
Nice recap Scoot. Father, son and friends made some great memories in the mountains. That's what it is all about! Thanks for sharing....X2!
From: Beav
21-Oct-21
Man i enjoyed the hell out of that! Great thread! Go kill abig mule deer!
From: ki-ke
21-Oct-21
Great story telling Scoot! Priceless memories. Thanks for sharing!
From: hdaman
21-Oct-21
Excellent recap of your family adventure!
From: GhostBird
21-Oct-21
Good Dad & good friends... and a fine young man. Can't wait for next years elk hunt story.
From: Grunt-N-Gobble
21-Oct-21
Good stuff!
From: midwest
21-Oct-21
Great job as usual on the story telling, Scott. You're a good dad and he's a lucky son. Thanks for passing it on.
Hope we can get together for that ND deer hunt one of these years soon!
From: DayDreamer
22-Oct-21
Thoroughly enjoyed following along through that story. Can't wait for next year!
From: otcWill
23-Oct-21
Enjoyed it Scott! Thanks for posting
From: ELKMAN
25-Oct-21
Awesome thread! I love these! So many great photos I actually feel like I was there... Also how is he like that Bino harness set up?
From: BigSkyHntr
30-Oct-21
Great story Scoot, thanks for sharing!