Title: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 06, 2008, 09:27:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 06, 2008, 09:27:00 AM
Just putting it our there that there is 2 Openings for BEAR QUEST II Quebec Spring Bear Hunt: Both camps will have All TRAD-GANG members from across the country:
1 spot for JUNE 7-14 (Uncle BARRY WENSEL will be in camp)
Cost :$1795.00 includes license,food,lodging,baited stands & MUCH FUN !!
1 spot for JUNE 14-21
For details touch base with me ASAP.
Tom
1 spot for JUNE 7-14 (Uncle BARRY WENSEL will be in camp)
Cost :$1795.00 includes license,food,lodging,baited stands & MUCH FUN !!
1 spot for JUNE 14-21
For details touch base with me ASAP.
Tom
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 09, 2008, 01:10:00 PM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 09, 2008, 01:10:00 PM
Ok,ok...I'll sign up for the 7-14th hunt.
Somebody has to be there to keep Wens in line..
Besides, he owes me one bear skinnin'
Somebody has to be there to keep Wens in line..
Besides, he owes me one bear skinnin'
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 09, 2008, 09:18:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 09, 2008, 09:18:00 PM
I might have to have bed lengthened with 1/2 sheet of plywood so your feet don;t hang off end of bed !!!!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on April 09, 2008, 09:50:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on April 09, 2008, 09:50:00 PM
Tom, tell him he has to wear pants - at least in camp! :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on April 09, 2008, 10:15:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on April 09, 2008, 10:15:00 PM
sounds like I will ave plenty of stories to tell from this hunt !
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Nakohe on April 10, 2008, 06:30:00 AM
Post by: Nakohe on April 10, 2008, 06:30:00 AM
%$&* Why is it whenever one of theese hunts come up it is always when I am on my two weeks working on the rig. I do not get home till the 17th. Wish I could be there it will be fun.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 10, 2008, 07:33:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on April 10, 2008, 07:33:00 AM
Biggie you gotta bring some drawers man...It's not legal to hunt in Canada half naked....Those hairy legged Canadian women will eat you up....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 11, 2008, 06:08:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on April 11, 2008, 06:08:00 AM
Weathers been beautiful in Seattle the last 2 days.Then we are back to rain....I got my riser and limbs done and there ready.Now a little pratice for the up-comeing Que'bec Bear Quest 2008.....Can't hardly wait...See ya'all real soon,but not soon enough.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 11, 2008, 08:41:00 AM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 11, 2008, 08:41:00 AM
We don' need no stinkin pants.
You guys don't really have a problem with a 6'4" 360# man runnin around camp half nekkid do ya?
You guys don't really have a problem with a 6'4" 360# man runnin around camp half nekkid do ya?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 11, 2008, 08:57:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on April 11, 2008, 08:57:00 AM
Oh no....sir...What do you like to eat,besides us 4 foot tall munchkins.I just want to bring plenty of food for you....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on April 11, 2008, 09:11:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on April 11, 2008, 09:11:00 AM
depends on what half you're talking about Biggie. :scared: :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: meathead on April 11, 2008, 02:41:00 PM
Post by: meathead on April 11, 2008, 02:41:00 PM
This kind of talk makes me glad I'm going the second week.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 11, 2008, 03:39:00 PM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 11, 2008, 03:39:00 PM
There won't be any bears left..........
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: vermonster13 on April 11, 2008, 03:40:00 PM
Post by: vermonster13 on April 11, 2008, 03:40:00 PM
Wish I could go on this one just for the stories and pranks. lol
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BobW on April 11, 2008, 04:06:00 PM
Post by: BobW on April 11, 2008, 04:06:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Biggie Hoffman:and not having anything to do with skillful hunting
There won't be any bears left..........
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on April 11, 2008, 04:29:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on April 11, 2008, 04:29:00 PM
Tom mentioned the other day that "Speedo" weather was coming. Not me man, with the black flies and my sveldt physique I'd look like a Gumby that the dog chewed on. The bears deserve better-but then again, at Biggies size, nekkid and unarmed might give the bears a sporting chance. See you guys in Canada in 55 days! Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on April 11, 2008, 04:49:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on April 11, 2008, 04:49:00 PM
LOL!
Better keep the top half on too Biggie-there's a rumor that you have more back hair than most of the bears! We don't want a mishap now! :thumbsup:
Better keep the top half on too Biggie-there's a rumor that you have more back hair than most of the bears! We don't want a mishap now! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Shawn Leonard on April 11, 2008, 06:11:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on April 11, 2008, 06:11:00 PM
My one wish in life is to meet Biggie before I die!! He can hunt naked with me!! Shawn
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on April 11, 2008, 07:18:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on April 11, 2008, 07:18:00 PM
well, there you go Biggie !
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on April 11, 2008, 08:15:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on April 11, 2008, 08:15:00 PM
Shawn, that just doesn't sound right! :scared: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bowdude on April 11, 2008, 08:19:00 PM
Post by: bowdude on April 11, 2008, 08:19:00 PM
Glad you guys will be in the first week!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BobW on April 11, 2008, 08:36:00 PM
Post by: BobW on April 11, 2008, 08:36:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Shawn Leonard:I bet we could collectively raise the money for that endeavor.... but my fear is that it would be the next edition of masters of the bare ____ - never mind. :scared: :scared: :scared:
My one wish in life is to meet Biggie before I die!! He can hunt naked with me!! Shawn
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 12, 2008, 09:35:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on April 12, 2008, 09:35:00 AM
My one wish in life will be to keep biggie full and happy...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 12, 2008, 12:10:00 PM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 12, 2008, 12:10:00 PM
bowdoc....I LIKE you!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 12, 2008, 01:15:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 12, 2008, 01:15:00 PM
You are in for a treat when you meet BOWDOC he is camp cook & head bottle washer in camp !!!!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 12, 2008, 01:35:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on April 12, 2008, 01:35:00 PM
I'am hopeing you will like my cooking...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 12, 2008, 04:16:00 PM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 12, 2008, 04:16:00 PM
The guys on the "other" bear hunt are doing a countdown...150 days to go.
We have only 56 days to go!
We have only 56 days to go!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Marty on April 12, 2008, 04:50:00 PM
Post by: Marty on April 12, 2008, 04:50:00 PM
I hunted with Biggie when he was naked, Shawn, you really don't want that. Game ran for the hills, rabbits ran into their holes, and I was sick for a month.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on April 12, 2008, 06:06:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on April 12, 2008, 06:06:00 PM
Marty, that's spelled and pronounced "nekkid"
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 12, 2008, 06:10:00 PM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 12, 2008, 06:10:00 PM
Ya gotta forgive him Thomas....he's from FLORIDA. You remember, the ones that couldn't punch out the chads?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Marty on April 12, 2008, 08:07:00 PM
Post by: Marty on April 12, 2008, 08:07:00 PM
Thanks for saving me Thomas, Iwas a little hard on my friend there. Sorry Biggie.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on April 12, 2008, 10:30:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on April 12, 2008, 10:30:00 PM
Hey Biggie, who's Chad ?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BANNOCK-.PT on April 14, 2008, 01:02:00 PM
Post by: BANNOCK-.PT on April 14, 2008, 01:02:00 PM
We on the "other" hunt are just giving our bears a chance to fatten up a bit more. They heard we are coming up so we wanted to give them a longer head start.Seems only fair since our bears are so big they run slow,yeah that's it,lol Good luck to everyone going,I wish I could join you guys also but it might just kill my budget!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on April 14, 2008, 01:37:00 PM
Post by: JC on April 14, 2008, 01:37:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Biggie Hoffman:I'd like to remind a certain large south gawgian that if he ever hopes to have any more javelina dry sausage that he should shoot the second biggest bear he sees and tell me where he saw the first.... :saywhat:
There won't be any bears left..........
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 14, 2008, 05:39:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on April 14, 2008, 05:39:00 PM
JC you in the second week ?? you know your old buddy bowdoc will save the big-ens for you...Can't hardly sleep at night just thinking of how much fun we will be haveing soon,bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Ray Hammond on April 14, 2008, 08:32:00 PM
Post by: Ray Hammond on April 14, 2008, 08:32:00 PM
wish I was going with you fellas. What a great time you are going to have!! Tom, take plenty of extra gas...I'm predictin' TWO 75 dollar pizza runs for the Bigster during the week.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on April 14, 2008, 09:50:00 PM
Post by: tippit on April 14, 2008, 09:50:00 PM
Just remember these bears were never shot in a one week hunt...get them little bears out of those buckets so these fat old boys can lumber in :bigsmyl: Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Bear%20Hunt/BearHunt2006-17.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Bear%20Hunt/BearHunt2006-15.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Bear%20Hunt/BearHunt2006-3.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Bear%20Hunt/BearHunt2006-17.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Bear%20Hunt/BearHunt2006-15.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Bear%20Hunt/BearHunt2006-3.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: vermonster13 on April 14, 2008, 09:59:00 PM
Post by: vermonster13 on April 14, 2008, 09:59:00 PM
That's a fine bear!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on April 15, 2008, 12:08:00 AM
Post by: Barry Wensel on April 15, 2008, 12:08:00 AM
Aw man.. Sweet Cheeks.. you're not going this year? A little tear is forming in the corner of my eye. So bear camp in Maine and Quebec with me was too much? Street-talk is that's why J.C. and Dr. Tippit are not going on the A-Team this time. Biggie and I together would be an over-dose. All I know is I'm holding out for a big one this year. XOXO U.B.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on April 15, 2008, 08:29:00 AM
Post by: JC on April 15, 2008, 08:29:00 AM
Barry, you're not going to be there the second week?!!?? But...but....but you said I was your favorite... :biglaugh:
Seriously, I'm sorry I won't be there with you and Biggie...I don't think a feller could overdose on laughter.
Seriously, I'm sorry I won't be there with you and Biggie...I don't think a feller could overdose on laughter.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Marty on April 15, 2008, 08:33:00 AM
Post by: Marty on April 15, 2008, 08:33:00 AM
Ray, Biggie didn't tell me there was Pizza up there!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Ray Hammond on April 15, 2008, 08:36:00 AM
Post by: Ray Hammond on April 15, 2008, 08:36:00 AM
Marty,
Its the best dang pizza I've ever had..and the MOST EXPENSIVE too!!!!!!!!
I'm getting kinda misty-eyed myself, UB. You better start practicing up on your storytelling so no one falls asleep on you this year!!!
Its the best dang pizza I've ever had..and the MOST EXPENSIVE too!!!!!!!!
I'm getting kinda misty-eyed myself, UB. You better start practicing up on your storytelling so no one falls asleep on you this year!!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on April 15, 2008, 08:37:00 AM
Post by: JC on April 15, 2008, 08:37:00 AM
Marty, best pizza I ever ate, no kiddin. But, at $35 it had better be!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on April 15, 2008, 08:38:00 AM
Post by: JC on April 15, 2008, 08:38:00 AM
HA! Ray beat me to it. Now, if you take a look at us two, you'll know how that's such a strong statement....we've et some PIZZA in our time.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 15, 2008, 09:03:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on April 15, 2008, 09:03:00 AM
Hey Pizza eaten boy's please make note the French people use ground horse meat on thier pizza's.Yes it's true,thats no joke.Maybe why you guy's liked it so well.I know you all noted,I did not eat any pizza while in La Tugue ever never..cause I don't care for horse meat myself...So someone better tell biggie about the horse meat...You guy's get him ticked off up there by slipping him some horse meat pizza pie...man we gonna have all kinda problems....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on April 15, 2008, 09:40:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on April 15, 2008, 09:40:00 AM
Hey Tippet, where did you get the pic of the big bow-thats where I wanna be. This BIG TIMERS already have the edge so c'mon DR. Springer, whered you see'em, whered you see'em? Bowdoc, don't try to scare us with horsemeat- I'm from Kentucky, gotta do something with the Derby hopefuls. Lookin forward to meeting you fellas and kinda sorry to not have a chance to jaw with JC. Fifty-one days, BD....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on April 15, 2008, 09:41:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on April 15, 2008, 09:41:00 AM
That's supposed to be "big boy" Jeff.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: IB on April 15, 2008, 09:47:00 AM
Post by: IB on April 15, 2008, 09:47:00 AM
Wait till now to inject the FOOD part of this event (http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d171/IronBull_/Smileys/hubbahubba.gif)
N Biggie will be all alone with very little HELPers (http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d171/IronBull_/Smileys/excuseme.gif)
N Biggie will be all alone with very little HELPers (http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d171/IronBull_/Smileys/excuseme.gif)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on April 15, 2008, 01:43:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on April 15, 2008, 01:43:00 PM
I know where that "big boy" is and I ain't tellin'! :pray: but had to "settle" for tagging his little brother which was a thrill in itself (see "Quebec Quest I").
I actually don't care which stand I hunt this year as Tom, Allen, Royboy and now Eric will continue to do an excellent job on locations and stand placement-all 12 of us had shot opportunities last year with 10 bears taken! What comes out is just luck of the draw.
I actually don't care which stand I hunt this year as Tom, Allen, Royboy and now Eric will continue to do an excellent job on locations and stand placement-all 12 of us had shot opportunities last year with 10 bears taken! What comes out is just luck of the draw.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on April 15, 2008, 01:51:00 PM
Post by: tippit on April 15, 2008, 01:51:00 PM
Naw, ain't luck of the draw...gotta learn how to sweet talk those boys into comin' in :bigsmyl: Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on April 15, 2008, 01:53:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on April 15, 2008, 01:53:00 PM
Is that why Biggie hunts naked?! :scared:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on April 15, 2008, 04:06:00 PM
Post by: PV on April 15, 2008, 04:06:00 PM
Tried the OTH shot in quebec a couple years ago Curveman. Wasn't happy with the results either. Recovered the next day but he didn't go quick.
Doc, how did you train the big boys to come in in the AM?
Doc, how did you train the big boys to come in in the AM?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on April 15, 2008, 04:07:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on April 15, 2008, 04:07:00 PM
I was married once Jeff, I know how to beg. Is that what you mean. This nekkid stuffs comin up too often. There's bear huntin' and huntin' bare-which one we doin? :saywhat:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on April 15, 2008, 04:10:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on April 15, 2008, 04:10:00 PM
BTW Steve, you bringing your Border this year? I've been talking to Sid about either a set of limbs or maybe a complete bow; I'd like to see what you're shooting and hear what you think.
Grant
Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 15, 2008, 04:25:00 PM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 15, 2008, 04:25:00 PM
Horsemeat pizza? mmmmmm, sounds good to me!
let's see...5 days x $70 per = $350 for snacks.
I wonder what Ms Kim would charge me for a 5 gallon bucket of breakfast casserole???????
let's see...5 days x $70 per = $350 for snacks.
I wonder what Ms Kim would charge me for a 5 gallon bucket of breakfast casserole???????
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on April 15, 2008, 04:29:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on April 15, 2008, 04:29:00 PM
Hi Grant,
Yep, I be bringing the Border. Mine is 61#@28 with the yew XP-30 limbs. Haven't quite decided whether to purchase the HEXV's as yet as they don't come with wood veneers which I like but I don't doubt the superior performance of the new design and materials. Definitely my favorite bow to date though I confess that I haven't tried that many of the R/D hybrids nor all the recurves either for that matter! :)
I am look forward to hunting with you and you are welcome to try out my bow all you want!
Steve
Yep, I be bringing the Border. Mine is 61#@28 with the yew XP-30 limbs. Haven't quite decided whether to purchase the HEXV's as yet as they don't come with wood veneers which I like but I don't doubt the superior performance of the new design and materials. Definitely my favorite bow to date though I confess that I haven't tried that many of the R/D hybrids nor all the recurves either for that matter! :)
I am look forward to hunting with you and you are welcome to try out my bow all you want!
Steve
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on April 15, 2008, 06:11:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on April 15, 2008, 06:11:00 PM
Thanks Steve-I'm having a hard time waiting; really looking forward to a week in camp with a group like this. I'm pretty sure that its Bowdoc's idea of Heaven.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 15, 2008, 07:11:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 15, 2008, 07:11:00 PM
Ray-Boom Boom whish you were going to Quebec with us.When is your bear hunt ? I would like to try and arra one of them big North beasts.Be sure to take alot of pictures.
June is getting closer by the minute.Just came in from outside and cuaght a whiff of the FISH CHOWDER stink bait I have brewin :-) Might sweet stuff.
Hey BOWDOC you have not let out the WHITE FLOUR secret to any of the newbies joinin us this june have you ???
June is getting closer by the minute.Just came in from outside and cuaght a whiff of the FISH CHOWDER stink bait I have brewin :-) Might sweet stuff.
Hey BOWDOC you have not let out the WHITE FLOUR secret to any of the newbies joinin us this june have you ???
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 15, 2008, 07:51:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on April 15, 2008, 07:51:00 PM
Tom I quit the white flour a few years back...I was getting out of control on the stuff.I was doing a pound bag a day myself...Man I did not think I would ever be able to quit...Oh you mean the white flour....sorry I was thinking of something else...Oh no you know your old dad ai'nt cutting loss with any insider tradeing stuff for no newbies...ai'nt gonna happen no way........I'am bouts to pee my pants waiting.I need a vacation bad this year whoooo.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 18, 2008, 04:02:00 PM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 18, 2008, 04:02:00 PM
Fish chowder stick bait??? Sounds like there's not gonna be any raids on the bait pile by the hunters :-(
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 18, 2008, 08:56:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 18, 2008, 08:56:00 PM
The "Fish Chowder Stink Bait" is brewing behind my shed.I was smellin it alot today while i had a burn pile going.Surprised NO Bears have visited my yard yet !!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 19, 2008, 01:33:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on April 19, 2008, 01:33:00 PM
Hey Biggie now you did not hear this from me OK ? cause I ai'nt one to start no bull shrimp...But I actually saw JC along with Curveman and Uncle Barry all three eating something at a bait station ??? I also saw Ray eating several times at bait stations...Now I ai'nt saying they was eating from the buckets..but some of those old Krusty Kreams are looken good around lunch time.And you know the rule....you get passed the smell you got it ate.And no I did not spell Krusty Kreams wrong...there Krispy Kreams when Tom get them.....but get crusty fast.They still taste good.bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on April 19, 2008, 04:57:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on April 19, 2008, 04:57:00 PM
Well bowdoc since you started it...we only eat that bear bait crud after one of your meals-for the same reason my dog licked it's arse after woofing down my mom's meatloaf-to get rid of the taste in its mouth! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on April 19, 2008, 05:47:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on April 19, 2008, 05:47:00 PM
Hey Bowdoc, I hear that Biggie really likes fish for dinner. Maybe someone can catch him some pike or walleye.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on April 24, 2008, 11:58:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on April 24, 2008, 11:58:00 AM
Ok gentlemen,43 days until blast off.I'll be meeting some of you at albany airport, Thomas Burns and Grant Young,awaiting Tom for pick up.If I understood Tom correctly.I am looking forward to meeting everyone.I'll be packing a video camera and I prefer to hunt fully dressed.And to be honest! I prefer those that Im hunting with to be fully dressed :o Just for the record. :campfire: :campfire:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 24, 2008, 12:13:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on April 24, 2008, 12:13:00 PM
Oh yeah,I been shooting everyday getting ready won't be long now.....I can't hardly wait...we will have a great time.Any time spent with good friends and good hunting is a bonus in life.See ya real soon,bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on April 24, 2008, 12:30:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on April 24, 2008, 12:30:00 PM
I'm looking forward to it too. Been shooting and tuning for several week.
Anyone on the first week want to ride up with me and split gas? I'm coming from Rochester, NY across 90, thru "All Bunny" as Killie puts it, and then up to meet Tom. If one of you that's coming into the airport wants to ride, let me know. I got a new Grand Cherokee Limited that needs the ports blown out. YEEEE HAAAAA! :bigsmyl:
Anyone on the first week want to ride up with me and split gas? I'm coming from Rochester, NY across 90, thru "All Bunny" as Killie puts it, and then up to meet Tom. If one of you that's coming into the airport wants to ride, let me know. I got a new Grand Cherokee Limited that needs the ports blown out. YEEEE HAAAAA! :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on April 24, 2008, 01:55:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on April 24, 2008, 01:55:00 PM
Hill boy, I'm landing at 11:47 A.M. on Northwestern. Look forward to seeing you there. I intend to be fully clothed.
Brent, did you get the email I sent you thru Tradgang. If you want to use a shortarmed leathertop for your Griz (in case the one you have that's creaking is a long model) let me know and I'll bring you a loaner for the hunt. Sending some cured ham or hams if I can't find a really large one (heard Biggie can handle one solo) ahead to Tom for a breakfast or two. I'm looking as forward to this as a ten year-old looks forward to a pony. See you guys in 43 very long days. Grant
Brent, did you get the email I sent you thru Tradgang. If you want to use a shortarmed leathertop for your Griz (in case the one you have that's creaking is a long model) let me know and I'll bring you a loaner for the hunt. Sending some cured ham or hams if I can't find a really large one (heard Biggie can handle one solo) ahead to Tom for a breakfast or two. I'm looking as forward to this as a ten year-old looks forward to a pony. See you guys in 43 very long days. Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on April 24, 2008, 03:12:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on April 24, 2008, 03:12:00 PM
Grant, I'll be on american airlines at 3:30 pm.I was hoping I wouldn't be the one holding us up.This was the earliest flight available.Don't let Tom leave without Me.Cured hams sounds good.Guys it's just around the corner.Better get your draw arm limbered up.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on April 24, 2008, 05:06:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on April 24, 2008, 05:06:00 PM
I will be arriving on Continental at 1:19 pm I won't let them leave without you.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Bob Walker on April 24, 2008, 05:11:00 PM
Post by: Bob Walker on April 24, 2008, 05:11:00 PM
Only reason hill boy is flying is he'a askeered to ride up with Ron and me. You still got to cross the border Mike :scared: :scared:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on April 24, 2008, 06:08:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on April 24, 2008, 06:08:00 PM
:coffee: I need to think about this for a minute.Is there a landing pad at camp?After last years border crossing eppisode on our caribou trip I figured I might have to walk.I have a passport this year. No surprises.Bob I'll ride across the border with you and Ron alright but our legs can't touch and don't laugh to hard at my jokes I get nervous easy. :o Let the fun begin
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on April 24, 2008, 06:55:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on April 24, 2008, 06:55:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by hill boy:We were working on it today. This is going to be an ADVENTURE. :readit: :bigsmyl:
Guys it's just around the corner.Better get your draw arm limbered up.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 24, 2008, 09:11:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on April 24, 2008, 09:11:00 PM
Holy balls this gonna be a good one.I can smell it now....Ya'all better get them there bows tuned up for the camp shoot off.....yahooooooooo..........beardoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on April 24, 2008, 09:26:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on April 24, 2008, 09:26:00 PM
bbassi, I dont know who is riding up with who I'll probably be ridin to camp with Bob,But if you want to get with Tom you might can pick Me or the other 2 up at the airport.I'm arriving a little later than them and if your coming through early they wouldn't have to wait on me at the airport.Or viceversa if your coming through later in the afternoon I might jump aboard for the ride to the meeting place.Just an idea, you and tom can work that out.Thanks for the offer.I can't wait :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on April 24, 2008, 09:40:00 PM
Post by: Kip on April 24, 2008, 09:40:00 PM
bowdoc (Don)
Feed that first bunch real good so they will be lazy on stand and shoot them little bears the first week.Some veteran that is going to fly needs to help me with my packing I feel like Paris Hilton with my load but I think better looking.Please give me some tips.Kip
Feed that first bunch real good so they will be lazy on stand and shoot them little bears the first week.Some veteran that is going to fly needs to help me with my packing I feel like Paris Hilton with my load but I think better looking.Please give me some tips.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on April 24, 2008, 09:55:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on April 24, 2008, 09:55:00 PM
Kip, I sent you a pm.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on April 24, 2008, 09:56:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on April 24, 2008, 09:56:00 PM
I went across with Border Bob last year....WAYYYY scarier than the bears!!! :scared:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on April 24, 2008, 10:07:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on April 24, 2008, 10:07:00 PM
Kip: Paris Hilton is going the second week? Dang! Regarding packing tips.. just bring one arrow. You probably won't see any bears after we leave. BW
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Bob Walker on April 24, 2008, 10:12:00 PM
Post by: Bob Walker on April 24, 2008, 10:12:00 PM
If nothing else, Barry's snoring will run the bears away! Maybe Allen will be able to get some sleep this year :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on April 24, 2008, 10:19:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on April 24, 2008, 10:19:00 PM
Now Curveman I told ya'll I get nervous real easy.I figure I can out run bob anyway if a bear gets after us I'll just out run Bob.He can probably wup a bear :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on April 25, 2008, 07:18:00 AM
Post by: Kip on April 25, 2008, 07:18:00 AM
Michael I did not get the P.M. please send again.Thanks Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on April 25, 2008, 09:46:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on April 25, 2008, 09:46:00 AM
Kip,My email says That i sent you another pm.If you dont get it .Try sending me one or call me.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 25, 2008, 10:13:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on April 25, 2008, 10:13:00 AM
Yahoooooooooooooooooooooooo.......I airis Paris spends a week in the bush with the bowdoc she will never want to go home...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on April 25, 2008, 11:03:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on April 25, 2008, 11:03:00 AM
Kip- I just discovered the trick to this packing problem. I had heard guys mention this before but I assumed they were talking about a hard shelled golf club travel case. I was beating the bushes looking for a single bag that could handle everything when I remembered I had bought a very heavy golf bag cover w/wheels that holds everything-arrow case, 2 takedown bows, sleeping bag, 2pr. boots, clothes-the whole deal. No room left and it weighs a ton but it seems like the way to go. PM me and we'll go over whatever issues you are having. I really wanted to avoid using two bags also. Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on April 25, 2008, 04:18:00 PM
Post by: Kip on April 25, 2008, 04:18:00 PM
Guys Thanks for the help even you Barry.I am using this trip to try and fine tune packing b/c planning to do more hunting out of state or country in the future.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 25, 2008, 04:23:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on April 25, 2008, 04:23:00 PM
Kip once you spend a week in the bush with these guy's you will probley never want to go hunting again.......Yahoooooooooo see ya'all real soon....beardoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on April 25, 2008, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: tippit on April 25, 2008, 05:05:00 PM
Barry, That's all anyone would need anyway...one arrow :D Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on April 25, 2008, 06:15:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on April 25, 2008, 06:15:00 PM
Yeah Jeff, that's why I told him to only bring one arrow. . he MIGHT see one. bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on April 25, 2008, 06:24:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on April 25, 2008, 06:24:00 PM
And Curveman.. you're gonna be jealous when you see my new find-your-way-back flashlight. bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on April 25, 2008, 06:46:00 PM
Post by: tippit on April 25, 2008, 06:46:00 PM
I pick one of those up from Barry at PBS Banquet...kinda like Stadium Lights in the Woods :scared: It blows away my gold standard Sure Fire light! Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on April 25, 2008, 07:16:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on April 25, 2008, 07:16:00 PM
Didnt figure we would need any lights to get back to camp!!! I was counting on the assumption that Bowdoc would have the scent trail rolling from his Bistro. LOL
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 25, 2008, 07:37:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on April 25, 2008, 07:37:00 PM
Big Ron don't believe them guy's thier just yanking your chain...you don't need no stinken flash light....Tom will find you...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on April 25, 2008, 07:41:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on April 25, 2008, 07:41:00 PM
:bigsmyl: I Aint Skeered. Lookin forward to meeting ALL you guys and a few bears too. ;)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 25, 2008, 09:13:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 25, 2008, 09:13:00 PM
Its getting closer to June,can;t wait.I can't believe there have been no BEARS raiding in my yard with 2000# so far of unwrapped sweets,my Fish Chowder stink bait and 100 gallons+ of chinese grease so far with more goodies showing up literally by the day !! Forgot about all the Liquid Smoke,Anise,Vanilla Extract and bottles of James valley Bear potions !!!! Wait till those Bears get into some of the Entemens Danishes.The other day I opened 165 boxes of Frieghofers Chocolate Chip Cookies :-) and I swear I did not eat ANY out of those boxes !!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 25, 2008, 09:16:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on April 25, 2008, 09:16:00 PM
Forgot to mention the BACON spray,that is the business to get into !! Pricey stuff.Gonna have some special slab bacon if things work out,made by eccentric woman I do handyman stuff for :-)
It is called " Buckboard Bacon " and it is scrumptous.
It is called " Buckboard Bacon " and it is scrumptous.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on April 25, 2008, 09:18:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on April 25, 2008, 09:18:00 PM
Hey all quick question. Will there be a way to recharge my video camera batteries? And please don't tell me it involve a stationary bike. :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 25, 2008, 09:28:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on April 25, 2008, 09:28:00 PM
Man sounds like we are gonna be eating good....Alan may have one of those chargers you plug into the car lighter ?? bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on April 25, 2008, 09:45:00 PM
Post by: tippit on April 25, 2008, 09:45:00 PM
Tom, If it were Oreos, I wouldn't believe you!!! Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on April 25, 2008, 10:15:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on April 25, 2008, 10:15:00 PM
Tom.. one of my old tricks was to throw single strips of bacon high into surrounding trees. The higher aromas drift through the timber farther. Then when they backtrail the smell it takes them hours to get each bacon strip hanging from various limbs. Also, if you can get any bags of chocolate chip bits from bowdoc.. one bag of those scattered in the brush all around the baits will keep them looking for hours. It's probably not a real good idea to have bacon or choclate chip breath while on stand though. :^) bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 25, 2008, 11:24:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on April 25, 2008, 11:24:00 PM
Well that answers that...finally found the guy that put the bacon above my tree stand last year....Thanks Barry....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on April 26, 2008, 10:01:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on April 26, 2008, 10:01:00 PM
barry, You gave me an idea on a new decoy.How about a 6 foot piece of bacon with some of that bacon scent all over it?inflatable!Maby even little pouches for cookies and flash lights.MIght even be able to climb inside.just have to keep it out of bowdoc's skillet.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 29, 2008, 07:35:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on April 29, 2008, 07:35:00 AM
I like the decoy idea...if you want to hide inside kinda like a ground blind ??? I would be more then happy to paint it with a nice thick layer of bacon grease and some-lasses for you....I'd also be more then happy to video tape your hunt or mouling as well.This could get interesting....I can see the headlines now...man falls from tree stand laughing while video tapeing bear hunt...yeah.....se ya all real soon.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 29, 2008, 08:25:00 AM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on April 29, 2008, 08:25:00 AM
I put a huge picture of an apple orchard out once for deer. The next day I came back Uncle Barry had put a picture of some deer in front of it........
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Ray Hammond on April 29, 2008, 09:08:00 AM
Post by: Ray Hammond on April 29, 2008, 09:08:00 AM
Bowdoc,I justfigured whenI looked in those barrels and Tom told methey had brought those cakes up in February....and in June they were looking like they had just come out of the package "why not eat 'em?" Heck,they tasted like they were just off the shelf at the 7-11!!!!!
That's the reason people are living longer in the US- there's so much preservatives in our food now we are actually dying, but still alive for a couple years longer due to the pickling our bodies get from those chemicals!
Gotta go-meeting Biggie for lunch as he travels through Hotlanta and he's buying- I hope. Look out Longhorns, better call Sysco and order some more grub!!!!
That's the reason people are living longer in the US- there's so much preservatives in our food now we are actually dying, but still alive for a couple years longer due to the pickling our bodies get from those chemicals!
Gotta go-meeting Biggie for lunch as he travels through Hotlanta and he's buying- I hope. Look out Longhorns, better call Sysco and order some more grub!!!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 29, 2008, 09:28:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on April 29, 2008, 09:28:00 AM
You kidding me Ray last time we were unpacking sweets at Tom's old house.You would eat one toss one in the barrel,eat one toss one in the barrel...It was great...and your right about all the preservatives.....we don't even want to go there....I may get side tracked and start thinking about whats in the milk you and biggie just drank with your lunch............yikes...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on April 29, 2008, 09:55:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on April 29, 2008, 09:55:00 AM
glad I'm on the first week. sounds like all the bait will be gone by the second week. LOL
What we need is another pet food recall (leaving the door wide open for you BowDoc) :)
What we need is another pet food recall (leaving the door wide open for you BowDoc) :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on April 29, 2008, 10:36:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on April 29, 2008, 10:36:00 AM
Bears in Canada don't care for recalled pet food...they are kinda picky eaters and I think they know the stuffs been recalled too..They do however like pork chops and sweets sweets and more sweets....man it was hurting me to leave a 5 gallon bucket of pork chops at some of the bait stations last year.But as soon as you open the 5 gallon bucket containing 7 month old pork chops whoooooooo you will more then happy to leave it right there and head for the truck.Them things turn an odd shade of green after 7 months in a bucket...ask Eric about that,well better yet ask Eric what it smells like when bowdoc splashes it onto your clothes....once again whoooooooo that sh#@ stinks like you can not believe....Tom is not jokeing when he said bring some clothes for baiting purposes that can be burned before leaveing La Tuque.....Thats not a joke....stinkdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 02, 2008, 09:55:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 02, 2008, 09:55:00 AM
Yahooooooooo won't be long now girls......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on May 02, 2008, 10:48:00 AM
Post by: JC on May 02, 2008, 10:48:00 AM
"Girls"? That's a dangerous implication with 2 weeks in the Canadian timber.... :scared: :p
I'm ready to go...now which broadhead/arrow/bow will go?
Hint to those who have not been: practice shooting while seated in a short stand at short range. Although the shots are not far, it's still a difficult angle to keep things from interfering with your bowstring/limbs. Try it and you will see what I mean.
I'm ready to go...now which broadhead/arrow/bow will go?
Hint to those who have not been: practice shooting while seated in a short stand at short range. Although the shots are not far, it's still a difficult angle to keep things from interfering with your bowstring/limbs. Try it and you will see what I mean.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 02, 2008, 11:21:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 02, 2008, 11:21:00 AM
Whooops I ment Lady's...I'am kinda ready well not really.But I have been shooting everyday....and as JC mentioned if you have not shot at short range you should give it a try...Shooting 3-5 yards setting down 5 ft.up a tree is not a natural shooting possition and you should try it.The angle can get a little tricky sometimes...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on May 02, 2008, 12:12:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on May 02, 2008, 12:12:00 PM
You guys read my mind-I'mm setting up a low stand this weekend for serious practice. Sitting and shooting doesn't bother me too bad, but the combo of close range and elevated does-especially with a real demanding shot on the agenda. I know it's weird, but I'm more comfortable at twenty-five yards than I am at twenty-five feet, at least at something that can kill me back. Fish don't count, lol. Bowdoc, in thirty-three days, I walk out of this office to have the most fun I've had in twenty-plus years. If my bag wasn't so heavy I could just float to the pick-up point. Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on May 02, 2008, 12:44:00 PM
Post by: RRock on May 02, 2008, 12:44:00 PM
3-5 yards out and 5 ft. up,!!!!!!! Whoa, lets fall back and regroup!!! I've been practicing 40 yards out and 20 yards up. I know what broadhead, arra and bow I'm using just need to decide if my backup bow will a 12ga. or a 10ga.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 02, 2008, 01:14:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on May 02, 2008, 01:14:00 PM
I have been practicing my running away shots at about 50 yards out.3 yards? :scared: Maby we need a thread discussing exactly when a 28 in arrow clears the rest. :help: This is going to get good.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on May 02, 2008, 02:09:00 PM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on May 02, 2008, 02:09:00 PM
OK Guys....good news for the bears....I'm out.
Anybody want a good deal on the hunt? Lemmie know.
Anybody want a good deal on the hunt? Lemmie know.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bowdude on May 02, 2008, 02:16:00 PM
Post by: bowdude on May 02, 2008, 02:16:00 PM
Hmmm - 2 weeks? Are you allowed 2 bears in this area?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on May 02, 2008, 05:52:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on May 02, 2008, 05:52:00 PM
Biggie-sorry to hear that. I've heard a lot about you and was looking forward to meeting you in Quebec. Hope its nothing too serious. Maybe next year,
Grant
Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on May 02, 2008, 07:45:00 PM
Post by: Kip on May 02, 2008, 07:45:00 PM
The answer to my prayers close targets.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on May 03, 2008, 06:27:00 AM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on May 03, 2008, 06:27:00 AM
Yeah sorry Grant, It's nothing serious I've just overcommitted myself. When it comes to hunting, I jump before I look :-)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 03, 2008, 08:52:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on May 03, 2008, 08:52:00 AM
This was the stand I took a bear from last year. The bear was 6 yards away when I got'em. My stand was a little too high maybe but it worked! He had of course made a beeline right to the tree and looked up at me. I tried not to stare at him because I read that is a sign of aggression but it was very hard not to. (http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j2/stevet_01/bearhunt2007407.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 03, 2008, 08:41:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on May 03, 2008, 08:41:00 PM
one bear for this season in this area Bowdude.
Make it work Biggie; give up sleeping or something! :saywhat:
Make it work Biggie; give up sleeping or something! :saywhat:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on May 04, 2008, 06:29:00 AM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on May 04, 2008, 06:29:00 AM
Man I wish it were that easy Steve....
You guys will have a good hunt and just think, seconds on desserts for everyone without me there.
The worst part is, Ill get the "you gotta be kidding me!" phone call from Uncle Barry :-(
You guys will have a good hunt and just think, seconds on desserts for everyone without me there.
The worst part is, Ill get the "you gotta be kidding me!" phone call from Uncle Barry :-(
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 04, 2008, 05:40:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on May 04, 2008, 05:40:00 PM
That's too bad Biggie, I was looking forward to meeting you!
As for the desserts, ask Uncle Barry about my eclairs! I swear I didn't leave yours in the sun so I could hunt your stand Uncle Barry, I SWEAR it!! :biglaugh:
As for the desserts, ask Uncle Barry about my eclairs! I swear I didn't leave yours in the sun so I could hunt your stand Uncle Barry, I SWEAR it!! :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 04, 2008, 05:41:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on May 04, 2008, 05:41:00 PM
Comone Biggie!I say some really stupid stuff on this site but I'm not bad to camp with.I mean, I do have references.Dang I was really looking forward to meeting you.Barry givem heck!I was just kidden about wearing clothes.You can hunt however you want.Seriously Sorry to hear your not going.Maby some other time.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 04, 2008, 06:03:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 04, 2008, 06:03:00 PM
Broke my heart to get word from Biggie he had to pass on the hunt,oh well there will be a next time for sure !!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 04, 2008, 06:06:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 04, 2008, 06:06:00 PM
Just one Spring bear in our area like Steve said.You do get 2 tags one is for FALL season,BUT NOT in the area were we will be hunting !!
<> As for back up guns,NO need to bring firearms,they have to be declared etc and we do not want to waste anytime foolin around at the border.It works out good at the border when we tell them we are hunting with STICKS & STRINGS.
<> As for back up guns,NO need to bring firearms,they have to be declared etc and we do not want to waste anytime foolin around at the border.It works out good at the border when we tell them we are hunting with STICKS & STRINGS.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 04, 2008, 06:09:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 04, 2008, 06:09:00 PM
NOTE : Be sure all you TRAD-GANGERS bring Drivers License with Photo ID AND either Passport OR Birth Certificate.
<><><><><><> Also those bringing their TRUCKS be sure to have GOOD Spare-TIRE & EXTRA truck KEY.
<><><><><><> Also those bringing their TRUCKS be sure to have GOOD Spare-TIRE & EXTRA truck KEY.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 04, 2008, 07:15:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on May 04, 2008, 07:15:00 PM
I think it is illegal to carry a rifle or shotgun as backup if you are hunting with a bow in Canada. It is in New Brunswick anyway.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 05, 2008, 06:08:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 05, 2008, 06:08:00 AM
Thats a sad note,maybe next year Biggie...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on May 05, 2008, 12:47:00 PM
Post by: RRock on May 05, 2008, 12:47:00 PM
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 09:59:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 09:59:00 AM
Ok, guy's maby the shufflin has settled down and with 3 weeks to go everyone will be fortunate enough to keep there plans for the hunt.Can't wait and I'm getting more excited every day.shootin looks good just can't decide between the longbow limbs and recurve. :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 15, 2008, 10:10:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 15, 2008, 10:10:00 AM
Hill man,ai'nt no way your gonna take a take down as carry-on....I pack my bear t/d in the middle of my checked bag rolled up in all my cloths..I pack my arrows into a plastic pipe PVC and mark on the pipe...archery tackle please be careful sharp broadheads inside....They never fool with the tube.Just pack them good.bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 10:48:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 10:48:00 AM
Thanks for tip.I will probably just ship it with the other stuff and shoot a different bow until departure.I don't trust airlines with my luggage.Lost luggage when everyone is leaving isn't what I need.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on May 15, 2008, 11:01:00 AM
Post by: JC on May 15, 2008, 11:01:00 AM
I trust airlines more than UPS or FED-EX...but that's just me. I want my bow in my hand till the last second, then back in my hand asap. I think it's actually handled less than if going through shipping and the short time period means less odds of problems, imho.
If you do have to ship, go with Fedex, they will let you insure for what something is worth, UPS has a max limit under what most top end bows cost (though they don't tell you that directly). They also have an insurance payout percentage for damaged goods somewhere around 30%...typically they blame packaging.
If you do have to ship, go with Fedex, they will let you insure for what something is worth, UPS has a max limit under what most top end bows cost (though they don't tell you that directly). They also have an insurance payout percentage for damaged goods somewhere around 30%...typically they blame packaging.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 11:34:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 11:34:00 AM
Good point JC I may have to reconsider.I have an account with ups and get business rates reasonable and can just print a return label.I'll have to ponder this some more.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 15, 2008, 11:36:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 15, 2008, 11:36:00 AM
Here is another tip that can help out alot if your using air travel..The less you transfer plains the less likely they will lose your bags.If you fly a non-stop is best whenever possible.They hardly ever lose bags...Once I changed flights a total of 13 times going and returning from N.Y...They lost my bag on the way to there.Then lost it again on the way home.It was great.I'am getting just totaly amped for this trip guy's no kidding I can't hardley wait.I got big bowdoc huges for everybody.Hey does anyone got a really good pair of boxing gloves ??? if so bring em....just in case I gotta knock the crap out of Tommy again.You might want to bring him one of them little ear flap leather helmets too....see ya all real soon.WAHOOOOOOOOoooooooooo.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 11:41:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 11:41:00 AM
So is this normal for Bowdoc to hug you and then knock the crap out ofya?Who am I rooming with anyway. :scared:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on May 15, 2008, 11:45:00 AM
Post by: JC on May 15, 2008, 11:45:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by hill boy:Yup, that's the Bowdoc we all know and love!
So is this normal for Bowdoc to hug you and then knock the crap out ofya?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on May 15, 2008, 11:52:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on May 15, 2008, 11:52:00 AM
Bowdoc is lotsa fun hill boy. He's like trying to keep up with a flea circus. I agree about the shipping. I've had the best luck, overall, with the Postal service. I have shipped a lotta bows and have yet to lose one. (I probably just jinxed that)I mailed the Thermacells and stuff to Tom and I'm taking my bow, extra limbs, and arrows with me. I have one plane change each way and have to admit I'm a little anxious about it. Tell the truth, I'm so excited overall I don't know if I'm nervous about the gear or not; I rolling along at a low frequency hum about things in general. I'll see if I can round up some "Nerf" weapons for Bowdoc damage control. See you guys in three weeks. Everybody stay well. Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 11:54:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 11:54:00 AM
Bowdoc we'll get along just fine.My exwife was the same way. :goldtooth:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Nakohe on May 15, 2008, 12:03:00 PM
Post by: Nakohe on May 15, 2008, 12:03:00 PM
Guys, when you cross the border have Hill Boy hog tied so he can not speak. I thought he was gonna get me and Brad throwed in jail when he said he had been arrested. Talk about getting a look from Canadian customs. Then the twenty questions started. What a relief when they finally let us go.
Seriously with him and Bob Walker in camp it will be a hoot. Wish I was comming.
Seriously with him and Bob Walker in camp it will be a hoot. Wish I was comming.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 15, 2008, 12:24:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on May 15, 2008, 12:24:00 PM
Yup thats about the normal for me..few drinks some huges few more drinks more huges and kisses few more drinks...the grooping starts..another drink and...bam the fights on....Just ask my wife...Thats why I give up drinking....I got tired of getting the crap beat out of me everytime I got hosed.So now I just do the huges........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 02:11:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 02:11:00 PM
Don will never let me live that one down.Make no mistake about it the look on Brad and Don's face assured me that if there was a problem they would not hesitate to leave Me at the border. :help:All friendships end at the border was the message that rang loud and clear. :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Nakohe on May 15, 2008, 10:08:00 PM
Post by: Nakohe on May 15, 2008, 10:08:00 PM
AWE now Mike, we would of picked you up on the way back. :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 10:13:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on May 15, 2008, 10:13:00 PM
your all heart Don! :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 17, 2008, 11:28:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on May 17, 2008, 11:28:00 AM
Doing some packing this weekend.Do I need my leafy wear?How heavy of bedding will be neccessary?These cabins do have heat don't they?I mean there is cabins Right? :confused: Any packing tips from you guy's in on last years hunt would be appreciated.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bowdude on May 17, 2008, 12:45:00 PM
Post by: bowdude on May 17, 2008, 12:45:00 PM
With 16 in camp I hope there are several or one very big one at least.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on May 17, 2008, 02:46:00 PM
Post by: JC on May 17, 2008, 02:46:00 PM
Several cabins, Usually two rooms with bunks in each + a small kitchen and bathroom for each cabin. Bunk beds, but comfortable, I think we had 5-6 guys in each cabin and then Tom has a wall tent too. Mike, I take my sleeping bag with me no matter what...but that's just me...I'm comfortable in it in just about any temp so I don't think about other bedding. I roll up my clothes for a pillow to cut down on bulk. Between the adrenalin dump of coming down after watching bears on the bait, a good hot meal and a late night campfire sit, I slept like a rock every night. You could have propped me in the corner and I would have been out. Take earplugs if you are a light sleeper, some of us going are world class snoring champs.
Definately take rain gear, I always have some wool too because I get cold easy. Temps range from low seventys to low 30's, bright sun to pouring rain. Most of the time, it was very comfortable though with low 40's to high 60's with a light breeze, partly cloudy.
Just whatever you do, make sure you have at least one working thermacell and extra pads/cartridges shipped up to Tom. I can hunt cold, and even wet, but it's hard to stay on the stand when you get light headed from blood loss :readit: Number 2 priority is practice those close shots sitting. Those are the two best pieces of advice I can give you from my experience there.
Leafy wear may help, but, the bears know you are there. No matter what, them jokers smell you...at least most of the time they do. They have such a great nose I just don't see how they couldn't. The thing is, they just don't always associate the smell with danger cause it's all over the bait too. I think the camo helps to make them more at ease, but don't think you are really "hiding" from them, at least imho.
Holler at Tom, he may have a list of things he recommends to bring. I pack pretty much as I do any out of town fall hunt, just maybe a bit lighter to get all bows and clothes into two bags and a carry-on.
Definately take rain gear, I always have some wool too because I get cold easy. Temps range from low seventys to low 30's, bright sun to pouring rain. Most of the time, it was very comfortable though with low 40's to high 60's with a light breeze, partly cloudy.
Just whatever you do, make sure you have at least one working thermacell and extra pads/cartridges shipped up to Tom. I can hunt cold, and even wet, but it's hard to stay on the stand when you get light headed from blood loss :readit: Number 2 priority is practice those close shots sitting. Those are the two best pieces of advice I can give you from my experience there.
Leafy wear may help, but, the bears know you are there. No matter what, them jokers smell you...at least most of the time they do. They have such a great nose I just don't see how they couldn't. The thing is, they just don't always associate the smell with danger cause it's all over the bait too. I think the camo helps to make them more at ease, but don't think you are really "hiding" from them, at least imho.
Holler at Tom, he may have a list of things he recommends to bring. I pack pretty much as I do any out of town fall hunt, just maybe a bit lighter to get all bows and clothes into two bags and a carry-on.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on May 17, 2008, 04:25:00 PM
Post by: Kip on May 17, 2008, 04:25:00 PM
Thanks Joe helps a lot for us virgins.Couple of questions.How about binos any need or use for them and how many sets of hunting clothes should I pack.I was thinking 3-4 sets just don't know how humid it gets in June up there.In La. I would need about 10 pair with our heat and humidity.I recommend everyone find a bed far from mine if possible at least my wife recommends it but what does she know been sleeping with me for almost 36 years.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 17, 2008, 05:09:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on May 17, 2008, 05:09:00 PM
We won't be staying in the small cabins this year JC. Most of us will be staying in the main cabin (below-hey, I just noted that's me on the porch) :D that was booked last year, the rest in a large RV. (http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j2/stevet_01/Quebecbearhunt2006246.jpg)
It has a little beach where we have bonfires and sits on a little inlet. It will be a little cramped with I think 3 to a small room but we will manage and probably have an outdoor common eating area I suspect (correct me if I''m wrong Tom).
(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j2/stevet_01/Quebecbearhunt2006242.jpg)
The woods are more like "Brazilian rain forest" so I personally don't see much use for binocs there but I always have a small monocular or something and there is lots of nice scenery around when not hunting to do some glassin'.
It's been hot but not so humid that you need many sets of hunting clothes.
I have temps for La Tuque-it's going to rain all this week with a high of 67 and in the late 30's everynight with a low of 32 but we have a few weeks yet. I'll update everybody before we leave on the 6th.
JC is right on on the sleeping-I think all of us slept like a rock!
Looking forward to seeing you all up there!!! :jumper:
It has a little beach where we have bonfires and sits on a little inlet. It will be a little cramped with I think 3 to a small room but we will manage and probably have an outdoor common eating area I suspect (correct me if I''m wrong Tom).
(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j2/stevet_01/Quebecbearhunt2006242.jpg)
The woods are more like "Brazilian rain forest" so I personally don't see much use for binocs there but I always have a small monocular or something and there is lots of nice scenery around when not hunting to do some glassin'.
It's been hot but not so humid that you need many sets of hunting clothes.
I have temps for La Tuque-it's going to rain all this week with a high of 67 and in the late 30's everynight with a low of 32 but we have a few weeks yet. I'll update everybody before we leave on the 6th.
JC is right on on the sleeping-I think all of us slept like a rock!
Looking forward to seeing you all up there!!! :jumper:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 17, 2008, 05:22:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on May 17, 2008, 05:22:00 PM
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 17, 2008, 05:29:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on May 17, 2008, 05:29:00 PM
goooollleeee I can't wait! :jumper:good info guys. Sooo they really no were there uh :eek:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 17, 2008, 05:35:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on May 17, 2008, 05:35:00 PM
hill boy,
Last year my bear came RIGHT to my tree and looked directly up at me! I saw him look at me from the crest of a hill that was higher than my treestand then come right over to me without a second's pause! He proceeded to chase everything out of there that tried to come in from all directions. Definitely a memorable hunt! :scared:
Last year my bear came RIGHT to my tree and looked directly up at me! I saw him look at me from the crest of a hill that was higher than my treestand then come right over to me without a second's pause! He proceeded to chase everything out of there that tried to come in from all directions. Definitely a memorable hunt! :scared:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bowdude on May 17, 2008, 06:50:00 PM
Post by: bowdude on May 17, 2008, 06:50:00 PM
From that one pic it looks like your so low they wouldn't have to climb! Stand on their back legs and taste test your toes.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 18, 2008, 12:41:00 AM
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 18, 2008, 12:41:00 AM
I agree. They know you're there. They think they're dominant and you're a treed subordinate. Therefore they tolerate you... until you sink one to the feathers. bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bowdude on May 18, 2008, 02:05:00 AM
Post by: bowdude on May 18, 2008, 02:05:00 AM
Really? Anyone ever sit out there in all black and test that theory? Might prove worth while. Any volunteers? :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bowdude on May 18, 2008, 02:05:00 AM
Post by: bowdude on May 18, 2008, 02:05:00 AM
Could provide some interesting video!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 18, 2008, 07:34:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on May 18, 2008, 07:34:00 AM
I'll video it for you bowdude! :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on May 18, 2008, 09:43:00 AM
Post by: JC on May 18, 2008, 09:43:00 AM
Yup, Steve has it right, it's like a rainforest...something out of "Lord of the Rings":
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%202007/Picture093.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%202007/Picture098.jpg)
That's a bear trial, not a human built path in the last picture. I saw the big cabin last year but just assumed we'd be in the smaller ones we were in last year.
Kip, I usually only take 2-3 changes when in a camp with a shower...I wash my clothes while taking a shower with the same unscented soap I use on my body and hang them to dry. That way I don't have to carry more than I'll need...though always still end up taking too much. And in this case, the cleaning is more for your benefit than the bears...I'm sure their nose is better than a deer's.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%202007/Picture093.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%202007/Picture098.jpg)
That's a bear trial, not a human built path in the last picture. I saw the big cabin last year but just assumed we'd be in the smaller ones we were in last year.
Kip, I usually only take 2-3 changes when in a camp with a shower...I wash my clothes while taking a shower with the same unscented soap I use on my body and hang them to dry. That way I don't have to carry more than I'll need...though always still end up taking too much. And in this case, the cleaning is more for your benefit than the bears...I'm sure their nose is better than a deer's.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 18, 2008, 10:10:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 18, 2008, 10:10:00 AM
I can smell the roses and food cooking now girls.Bowdude I do not wear camo clothing at all.And a couple years ago while in Que'bec.I was wearing my green Filson jacket and a pair of Levis.I had a very large bear come into the bait..Problem being it was right until my tree stand and I was waiting for a good shot...When all of the sudden it just bolted out of there like you would not believe.I figured Mr.Big was on his way in and things were about to heat up.But nope Mrs.small came in instead and things did heat up fast too...A 150 pound female...I nic-named her hairless right before I arrowed her.She thought she treed the other bear as Barry mentioned.And for about 6-10 minutes she would stand on her hind legs 4-6 feet from the stand...popping her teeth and makeing a woofing barking like sound at me.At one point,I must admit I was a little unsure.I really never figured out if she thought I was the other bear or if she could hear my knee knocking and knew she tree'd some guy from Seattle...se ya all real soon,bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on May 18, 2008, 10:14:00 AM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on May 18, 2008, 10:14:00 AM
:scared: ;)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 18, 2008, 06:24:00 PM
Post by: tippit on May 18, 2008, 06:24:00 PM
I just got in from the Buckhorn Shoot that Tom helps put on each year. Had a great time shooting with Tom & Eric! Three surprises:
1) Tom is bringing a Double Bull for anyone who wants to be Up Close & Personal!!!
2) Eric was busy building some new bows last winter...Got my Bear Quest 08 Bow! Just wait til she see the pictures of this beauty and Wow does she shoot. Thanks Eric.
3) Tom & Eric have agree to join Team Tippit. We'll all be shooting selfbows with Tippit Trade Points. They're called trade points as Eric and I did a little trading. Eric made an amazing cherry turkey box call (with a couple turkey notches already in it from this spring)...looks like I got the better of that trade tough :notworthy: Doc
1) Tom is bringing a Double Bull for anyone who wants to be Up Close & Personal!!!
2) Eric was busy building some new bows last winter...Got my Bear Quest 08 Bow! Just wait til she see the pictures of this beauty and Wow does she shoot. Thanks Eric.
3) Tom & Eric have agree to join Team Tippit. We'll all be shooting selfbows with Tippit Trade Points. They're called trade points as Eric and I did a little trading. Eric made an amazing cherry turkey box call (with a couple turkey notches already in it from this spring)...looks like I got the better of that trade tough :notworthy: Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bowdude on May 18, 2008, 06:53:00 PM
Post by: bowdude on May 18, 2008, 06:53:00 PM
Wow. I have never had experiences like that. But from what you can probably tell in previous posts have done the high and back aways strategy. This makes me pumped. I am sure I will be learning a lot. Thanks guys.
Tippit - I thought we already were up close and personal! Whats next, a lawn chair next to the bait? Bring a taser for those boars that want to get amorously friendly?
Tippit - I thought we already were up close and personal! Whats next, a lawn chair next to the bait? Bring a taser for those boars that want to get amorously friendly?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on May 18, 2008, 07:04:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on May 18, 2008, 07:04:00 PM
some of you may know more of this than I but the airlines now allow only one checked bag and a carry-on, it changed May 5th as Barry and I found out in the airport couple weeks ago in Florida, you can check two but for a fee, usually $25
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on May 18, 2008, 07:35:00 PM
Post by: Kip on May 18, 2008, 07:35:00 PM
Yea Thomas United was the first to go and that is who I am flying with but the others followed suit.I already got a change of flights this week they are O.K. but hope for no more changes,hate airlines. I sent a package to Tom so that I can pack gumbo ingredients and crawfish for an etouffee in my ice chest.Buy the way I have never shot a deer or hog sitting down and shooting that way is foreign to me so that is what I have been and will be doing the next 3-4 weeks.Looking forward to meeting all of you very soon.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 18, 2008, 08:19:00 PM
Post by: tippit on May 18, 2008, 08:19:00 PM
Thomas, Martha might might even make an appearance...Martha Stewart Bow & Ground Blind that is :eek: Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/VermontTurkeyHunt.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/VermontTurkeyHunt.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 18, 2008, 08:25:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on May 18, 2008, 08:25:00 PM
Well there is also the...I fear no bear hunt Tom has ? Not many folks do this hunt because it's...well let's just say you hide in the barrel.Wahooooooooooooooooooo I can't sleep now what will it be like for 3 more weeks.Jeff lets see some pics of that new bow....come on now.See ya real soon,bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bowdude on May 18, 2008, 08:33:00 PM
Post by: bowdude on May 18, 2008, 08:33:00 PM
Now that would be the ultimate. 5 yards from the bait on the ground in a ghuilly suit! I know I couldnt sit still good enuf for that.
What would you do with one coming around sniffing? Thats b*lls.
What would you do with one coming around sniffing? Thats b*lls.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on May 18, 2008, 08:49:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on May 18, 2008, 08:49:00 PM
I thought about asking Tom if he wanted me to bring my Double Bull. It should be easy enuf to just build a natural blind, tho. With the tree stands set 5 ft off the ground, a ground blind wouldn't be that much different. I'm thinking about bringing my bear spray, tho.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 18, 2008, 09:07:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 18, 2008, 09:07:00 PM
To answer a few questions:
The photo of Large cabin will be were 10 stay and myself and other Western,Ma boys will be right alongside cabin in trailer.
You thin bloobed Southern boys might want to bring your sleeping bag as well as extra blanket we have never had heat on should be great sleeping weather for you guys.
Fred you can bring your Double Bull stand so we will have 2,we just need to be careful with them $$ pricey buggers setting them up in the close quarters Boreal forest.
I will check next week when the 1st bait trip is about washing clothers at camp. Picked up more grease today on way back from Traditional Shoot.
THis morning my wife noticed a DIESEL can FULL of Fuel had been dragged about 40 feet and had holes in it.I checked it out tonight and appears a BEAR dragged it off.Brand New can that was sitting with 11 other filled with GAS and 2 other NEW Diesel cans that were full !!! The Bear must have a weidr appetite.
The stink baits buckets have NOT been touched and he has to cross the scent of them to get to gas cans !!!
Soon we will be in LaTuque !!!
The photo of Large cabin will be were 10 stay and myself and other Western,Ma boys will be right alongside cabin in trailer.
You thin bloobed Southern boys might want to bring your sleeping bag as well as extra blanket we have never had heat on should be great sleeping weather for you guys.
Fred you can bring your Double Bull stand so we will have 2,we just need to be careful with them $$ pricey buggers setting them up in the close quarters Boreal forest.
I will check next week when the 1st bait trip is about washing clothers at camp. Picked up more grease today on way back from Traditional Shoot.
THis morning my wife noticed a DIESEL can FULL of Fuel had been dragged about 40 feet and had holes in it.I checked it out tonight and appears a BEAR dragged it off.Brand New can that was sitting with 11 other filled with GAS and 2 other NEW Diesel cans that were full !!! The Bear must have a weidr appetite.
The stink baits buckets have NOT been touched and he has to cross the scent of them to get to gas cans !!!
Soon we will be in LaTuque !!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 18, 2008, 09:11:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 18, 2008, 09:11:00 PM
Tipit,
I had a blast shooting and hanging out this weekend.I am glad I made Team Tipit,Look forward to making a BEAR leak with one of your custom Trade Points.
You need to let me know what you are after for trade bait,I do have a bunch of Freighoffers Chocolate Chips Cookies for starters :-)
I had a blast shooting and hanging out this weekend.I am glad I made Team Tipit,Look forward to making a BEAR leak with one of your custom Trade Points.
You need to let me know what you are after for trade bait,I do have a bunch of Freighoffers Chocolate Chips Cookies for starters :-)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 18, 2008, 09:16:00 PM
Post by: tippit on May 18, 2008, 09:16:00 PM
Eric's master piece...Pignut hickory 66" 58#@28? Perfect tiller and shoots with authority! Just too striking to pass up. Thanks Eric...Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/EricsBearQuestBow08006.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/EricsBearQuestBow08004.jpg)
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Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on May 18, 2008, 09:40:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on May 18, 2008, 09:40:00 PM
I'll bring the blind and a chair, Tom. I just found out that Eric Ackerman is coming, too. I'll be shooting his old Robertson LB. It's a small world, indeed. This is gonna be a fun hunt.
For us "bear virgins", check out the Judging Bears thread. Great stuff there. I'm excited about just watching them for a few days first; maybe shoot some video.
For us "bear virgins", check out the Judging Bears thread. Great stuff there. I'm excited about just watching them for a few days first; maybe shoot some video.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 18, 2008, 09:46:00 PM
Post by: tippit on May 18, 2008, 09:46:00 PM
Tom,
A couple bags of those real fragrant sweets would work just fine as a trade :D
The shooting with you and Eric plus Rob, Brent, Cecil, and our new tradganger AlanF was just great...doc
A couple bags of those real fragrant sweets would work just fine as a trade :D
The shooting with you and Eric plus Rob, Brent, Cecil, and our new tradganger AlanF was just great...doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on May 18, 2008, 10:36:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on May 18, 2008, 10:36:00 PM
wish I was going to be there to see the Martha bow go to work but I will be with the first week cleaning out the big mean bears and making it safe for y'all.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 18, 2008, 11:10:00 PM
Post by: tippit on May 18, 2008, 11:10:00 PM
Thomas, Sure appreciate your concern for our safty...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 18, 2008, 11:51:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on May 18, 2008, 11:51:00 PM
Fletcher, you can't bring bear spray over the border. The penalties I believe are severe. You can buy it where we stop in Canada. I don't know how much as I've never bought any.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 19, 2008, 08:09:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 19, 2008, 08:09:00 AM
Oh yeah curveman is correct no bear spray what so ever.....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 19, 2008, 08:55:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 19, 2008, 08:55:00 AM
Is it MACE that is a no-no in Canada and or BEAR Spray ?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on May 19, 2008, 10:26:00 AM
Post by: PV on May 19, 2008, 10:26:00 AM
It was tough missing the shoot this year.One of my favorites of the year. Hope you had a good turnout. Did make a bait pickup on Sat. Taking a break from unwrapping. Been at it 2 hrs now and hardly made a dent.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 19, 2008, 10:47:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on May 19, 2008, 10:47:00 AM
Mace and pepper spray are treated as the equivalent. We were asked for both at the border last year. I really do believe that they sell it at that store where we do the check-ins for those who want it. I haven't bothered with it but who's to say that is sound wisdom? :jumper:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 19, 2008, 01:24:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 19, 2008, 01:24:00 PM
Thank YOu Sir for info.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 19, 2008, 01:49:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 19, 2008, 01:49:00 PM
Hey... maybe we can all buy some on the way up and get a refund on it on the way home, assuming we don't get to use it! We can play their silly game. bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 19, 2008, 02:23:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on May 19, 2008, 02:23:00 PM
Uncle Barry, I'm crushed! Didn't you tell us that your fearsome war cry was all that was needed to chase one monster bear off from 4 FEET away last year?! Pepper spray for you?! Now I realize you probably used your own "concoction" of "bear spray" made from eclairs, raw oysters, horseradish....no doubt discharged from a rear portal while running away! :( {Sigh) My idol has fallen! :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 19, 2008, 03:02:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on May 19, 2008, 03:02:00 PM
I'm just going to take a little beach nut and spit in their eye. :cool:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 19, 2008, 03:39:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on May 19, 2008, 03:39:00 PM
A Country Boy Can Survive! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on May 19, 2008, 03:59:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on May 19, 2008, 03:59:00 PM
I thought we were going to kill bears, not maim them. :archer: although I do like the tazer idea for pure intertainment value.
Bear spray? We don't need no 'stinkin bear spray!
:biglaugh:
Bear spray? We don't need no 'stinkin bear spray!
:biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on May 19, 2008, 10:44:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on May 19, 2008, 10:44:00 PM
If they're gonna get all upset over some spray, I guess I'll quit thinking about it. :smileystooges: I set up my short ladder stand in the backyard today and added it to my shooting routine. We went to a church garage sale on Sat and I picked up a foam step aerobics thingy for $1. 15x23 inches; with a little imagination it can kinda be a bear. I should have a couple of holes shot in it by June 3.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 20, 2008, 08:29:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 20, 2008, 08:29:00 AM
I've been praticeing from a 5 foot tall tree stand...I've been praticeing dropping straight down off the platform,landing stradel my bear 3d target.Hands full of ears then I deliever two hard kicks in the ribs with my Danner boots and shout the command......gettie up gettie up....seems to be working OK on the 3d....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 20, 2008, 09:15:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on May 20, 2008, 09:15:00 AM
Can I video that when you do it for real doc? I just want to see how you survive the drop! :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on May 20, 2008, 09:40:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on May 20, 2008, 09:40:00 AM
C'mon Steve-the old buzzard would break like glass, lol. It'd be great to see though. Two weeks guys! Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 20, 2008, 10:36:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 20, 2008, 10:36:00 AM
Oh yeah....when you give the command gettie up and they do not gettie up ... it's a good idea to gettie off and make sure you have a 10 pound ball of raw meat in your pocket.....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 20, 2008, 02:30:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on May 20, 2008, 02:30:00 PM
I did see a video once of a martial arts expert that would drive a spear straight down thru the bears chest when it got directly under him.He was about 5ft off the ground.No Joke :readit: So I will be expecting some of you more experienced bear skinners(Bow Doc) to be carrying a nice painted up spear somthing like Doc's Bow would be in order for such an event. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 20, 2008, 03:29:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on May 20, 2008, 03:29:00 PM
Hill boy I saw that very same video of the dude with the spear kill the bear.Strage to say the least huh ?...maybe Tom might want to give that a try ?????? bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 20, 2008, 09:30:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on May 20, 2008, 09:30:00 PM
C'mon Tom, we're right behind you! Way, WAY behind you! :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on May 21, 2008, 01:05:00 PM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on May 21, 2008, 01:05:00 PM
I may have told this story before but it just reiterates the lack of respect Uncle Barry has for bears :-)
We were filiming in Alberta for the Spirit of the Bow video we did a few years back. Barry was the designated hitter and I had the camera. We got to the bait and there was already a good bear on it.
Barry says to me; "Do you want me to tree it?"
I said; "How you gonna do that?"
Barry says; I'll run at him.....he'll tree"
I said; "What if he doesn't tree?"
Barry says; "Either way you'll get good footage"
Trust me...the man has no fear when it comes to bears. Course, Bob Foulkrod didn't either!
We were filiming in Alberta for the Spirit of the Bow video we did a few years back. Barry was the designated hitter and I had the camera. We got to the bait and there was already a good bear on it.
Barry says to me; "Do you want me to tree it?"
I said; "How you gonna do that?"
Barry says; I'll run at him.....he'll tree"
I said; "What if he doesn't tree?"
Barry says; "Either way you'll get good footage"
Trust me...the man has no fear when it comes to bears. Course, Bob Foulkrod didn't either!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Terry Green on May 21, 2008, 01:09:00 PM
Post by: Terry Green on May 21, 2008, 01:09:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Biggie Hoffman:Too Funny!!!! :readit:
We were filiming in Alberta for the Spirit of the Bow video we did a few years back. Barry was the designated hitter and I had the camera. We got to the bait and there was already a good bear on it.
Barry says to me; "Do you want me to tree it?"
I said; "How you gonna do that?"
Barry says; I'll run at him.....he'll tree"
I said; "What if he doesn't tree?"
Barry says; "Either way you'll get good footage"
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 21, 2008, 05:45:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 21, 2008, 05:45:00 PM
Hillboy,
The spearing of a Bear would be interesting.The closet I was to a live wild Black Bear was in Quebec were Bear Quest will be taking place and I went into bait with friend Allen to set up honey burn as we tip toed into stand location a Bear ran off.I told Allen to get into tree stand and I was underneath stand starting Honey Burn and a Bear started into bait :-) must have been same one that ran off,he was a standard Quebec Spring bear he proceeded in and out of bait site wondering what the big blob near bait was :-) It was Me !!! 40 minutes I sat there with NO headnet,bug-juice (Thermocells had not come out yet) I did snap photo of Bear at bait and I was in sitting position the entire time when I snap picture Bear was 6 FEET from my outstretched hand !! The bugs hammered me I had blood dripping down my face.
The spearing of a Bear would be interesting.The closet I was to a live wild Black Bear was in Quebec were Bear Quest will be taking place and I went into bait with friend Allen to set up honey burn as we tip toed into stand location a Bear ran off.I told Allen to get into tree stand and I was underneath stand starting Honey Burn and a Bear started into bait :-) must have been same one that ran off,he was a standard Quebec Spring bear he proceeded in and out of bait site wondering what the big blob near bait was :-) It was Me !!! 40 minutes I sat there with NO headnet,bug-juice (Thermocells had not come out yet) I did snap photo of Bear at bait and I was in sitting position the entire time when I snap picture Bear was 6 FEET from my outstretched hand !! The bugs hammered me I had blood dripping down my face.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 21, 2008, 08:17:00 PM
Post by: tippit on May 21, 2008, 08:17:00 PM
Tom, You got it all wrong...Allen said the blood coming off your face Was The Bait :scared: Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 21, 2008, 10:48:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 21, 2008, 10:48:00 PM
Biggie: I don't lack respect for bears but I'm not afraid of them... yet. The incident Curveman was mentioning earlier happened on last years Bear Quest hunt. I had a pretty bold bear on the bait that I didn't want to shoot. It was time to leave so I tried to spook him off a little. He didn't want to leave so I got agressive, climbed down and started throwing stuff at him. He moved off a little. I turned around to take my bow off the haul-line and there was another bear like 10 feet behind me. When our eyes met (remember he thought I was subordinate) he sort of false charged, short-hopping towards me popping his teeth. My bow was still on the haul-line so I had no choice, I got aggressive again, raised my arms over my head, roared and ran right at him. He let me get REALLY close (four feet?) before he moved off. Even then he wasn't really spooked, he just walked off a little. But it was enough to grab my bow and back out of there. I knew I'd just given him my best tough guy impersonation so the next move was going to be his. I hope I don't scare you new bear guys because this hunt is a ton of fun. bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on May 22, 2008, 09:16:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on May 22, 2008, 09:16:00 AM
Barry, I've been married and raised three sons by myself-I'm not scared. GY
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on May 22, 2008, 10:50:00 AM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on May 22, 2008, 10:50:00 AM
Barry, unfortunate choice of description on my part. I meant no fear, not no respect...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 22, 2008, 11:58:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on May 22, 2008, 11:58:00 AM
I fear you have no respect but respect you have no fear. :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 22, 2008, 08:00:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 22, 2008, 08:00:00 PM
Leaving in the early AM to go on Bait Trip # 1.
Have a good weekend Bear Quester's.\\
Remember >>--> Sometimes you get the Bear's Sometimes the Bears Get YOU :-)
Have a good weekend Bear Quester's.\\
Remember >>--> Sometimes you get the Bear's Sometimes the Bears Get YOU :-)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on May 22, 2008, 08:04:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on May 22, 2008, 08:04:00 PM
:bigsmyl: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 22, 2008, 10:17:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on May 22, 2008, 10:17:00 PM
Be careful my friends! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 23, 2008, 07:59:00 AM
Post by: tippit on May 23, 2008, 07:59:00 AM
Tom, Eric, Allen, and Roy Boy----Be sure and bait the Deli real good! Got my set up all tuned in for this year. Ted's arrow is flying perfect out of Eric's bow! Doc
Eric's Bow
Ted Fry's Forged Arrow
Team Tippit's Forged Head
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuestBow08007.jpg)
Eric's Bow
Ted Fry's Forged Arrow
Team Tippit's Forged Head
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuestBow08007.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 23, 2008, 09:32:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 23, 2008, 09:32:00 AM
Just got off the phone with Tom,Lloyd,Eric and Jr.They were just crossing into Vermont.They got a cabin for 2 nights in La Tuque...Won't be much play time for them boy's this weekend a lotta hard work...yahooooo...se ya all real soon..............bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Talondale on May 23, 2008, 01:46:00 PM
Post by: Talondale on May 23, 2008, 01:46:00 PM
Tippit that's one psychodelic setup. Love that broadhead.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 23, 2008, 01:50:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on May 23, 2008, 01:50:00 PM
Looks like a peyote built bow.Wonder what spirits are in it? :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 23, 2008, 10:33:00 PM
Post by: tippit on May 23, 2008, 10:33:00 PM
Just started forging Team Tippit's Terminal Points for Eric, Tom, and myself...Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuestForgedHeads001.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuestForgedHeads001.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 23, 2008, 11:16:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on May 23, 2008, 11:16:00 PM
looks good so far!Those for shootin bear? :campfire:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 23, 2008, 11:19:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 23, 2008, 11:19:00 PM
Yes Sir Doc! A month from today those will all be covered with A-Positive. bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 24, 2008, 06:36:00 AM
Post by: tippit on May 24, 2008, 06:36:00 AM
hill boy,
These are special...they all have a piece of bear hair forged into them therefore they are naturally attracted to bear hair ;)
Barry,
I'll have to bring up some lab testing kits to make sure they are all A-Positive. I don't want any Negatives on this trip :)
These are special...they all have a piece of bear hair forged into them therefore they are naturally attracted to bear hair ;)
Barry,
I'll have to bring up some lab testing kits to make sure they are all A-Positive. I don't want any Negatives on this trip :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 24, 2008, 08:42:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 24, 2008, 08:42:00 AM
Hey Doc do to the traveling in plains.I kinda worry about my one piece bows.But one of these years I will get stuff shipped ahead of time...Hey check out this pic...I think Eric stold my idea for a long bow ???? I need to get my grip on.......see ya real soon..bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/002.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 24, 2008, 08:50:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 24, 2008, 08:50:00 AM
(http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/005.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 24, 2008, 08:51:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 24, 2008, 08:51:00 AM
(http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/006-1.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 24, 2008, 09:03:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 24, 2008, 09:03:00 AM
(http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/010.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 24, 2008, 10:57:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 24, 2008, 10:57:00 AM
Yahoo,just got the confermation code for the plain ticket and it looks like all systems go...Done deal I arrive at Tom's on thursday afternoon soo's I can rough him up a little before you guy's get there..Yipeeeeee.....man I gotta pee....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 24, 2008, 07:43:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on May 24, 2008, 07:43:00 PM
:biglaugh: bowdoc you are too much fun! Lookin' forward to sharin' another camp with you!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 25, 2008, 01:44:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on May 25, 2008, 01:44:00 PM
I bet Tom Lloyd Eric and Jr.are just haveing a blast in La Tugue without the rest of us boy's huh ? 20 baits to set up and bait.Man that sounds like so much fun to me.I wish I was there right now to help....See ya all real soon,bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 25, 2008, 02:50:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 25, 2008, 02:50:00 PM
So Bowdoc.. you only taking the two bullets for the Albino? What's the extra one for? One other question: according to the serial number on the Albino, is that really the 81,501st selfbow you've built? XOXO U.B.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 25, 2008, 05:57:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on May 25, 2008, 05:57:00 PM
Oh heck no U.B...I ai'nt quite ready for that self bow stuff yet.I will bring my take down recurve..Yes I think I've made around 82,000 self bows so far...Or was that 8-15-01 ???? and I only made 2 self bows...Shoot I can't remember now...See ya soon bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on May 25, 2008, 08:01:00 PM
Post by: Kip on May 25, 2008, 08:01:00 PM
Steven I am looking forward to meeting the group also and maybe meeting the first bunch of boar hogs also.Do you know if the incoming and outgoing will get a chance to say Hi and goodby.I know bowdoc will be there two weeks so I can thank him personally for his work on my Howatt Hunter.Less than 3-weeks I am pumped.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 26, 2008, 09:20:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 26, 2008, 09:20:00 AM
The boy's must be back in town,as I saw Tom's number on my cell this morning.Hope he keeps us posted on how the baiting went...Holy cow it's getting closer.Hey Kip I think everyone will have time to shake hands at the sproting good store in La Tuque.....Yahooooooooooooo.........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 26, 2008, 09:43:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 26, 2008, 09:43:00 AM
The Boys are back in town !!! Myself,Allen,lloyd & Eric arrived into Berkshires at 2 AM this morning from bait trip.We had beautiful weather with nice breeze that should carry all the Odors around stirring up them bears !!! The Black Flies were out,alot of times the 1st bait trip I do there are no black flies out they are EARLY this spring !! Make sure you have your Thermo-cells & refills.We did see 5 Moose up close and personal.Got to get unpacked & repacked for 2nd bait trip next weekend.
Bowdoc got his ticket,I wonder if they will make him ride in the luggage hold again this year :-)
Bowdoc got his ticket,I wonder if they will make him ride in the luggage hold again this year :-)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 26, 2008, 10:10:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on May 26, 2008, 10:10:00 AM
Kip,
I suspect that the second week crew will be arriving before the first group leaves-particularly if someone gets a bear Friday night as often happens. It would be nice to all have lunch and show "week two" the biggest, hairiest bears that we will get! :bigsmyl:
I suspect that the second week crew will be arriving before the first group leaves-particularly if someone gets a bear Friday night as often happens. It would be nice to all have lunch and show "week two" the biggest, hairiest bears that we will get! :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 26, 2008, 10:38:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on May 26, 2008, 10:38:00 AM
Now Tom, would YOU let this guy up front with the other passengers?! :biglaugh:
(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j2/stevet_01/Quebecbearhunt2007841.jpg)
Actually, as everyone who has met him knows or can tell by the teasing, bowdoc is the best of people and hours with him go by like minutes!
Tom, did you raise my Long Trail stand up to 5 feet this year? :D
(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j2/stevet_01/Quebecbearhunt2007841.jpg)
Actually, as everyone who has met him knows or can tell by the teasing, bowdoc is the best of people and hours with him go by like minutes!
Tom, did you raise my Long Trail stand up to 5 feet this year? :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 26, 2008, 10:51:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 26, 2008, 10:51:00 AM
Steve,
I decided would be best if you hunted out of a GROUND BLIND :-) from Longtrail you have a perfect area to do that !!! I have a Double Bull Blind to set up there that is Brand Spankin NEW !! What do ya think ?
As for having lunch with 2nd group I hope it works out you guys get to meet for a handshake and helo,but both groups will be on a schedule !!
I decided would be best if you hunted out of a GROUND BLIND :-) from Longtrail you have a perfect area to do that !!! I have a Double Bull Blind to set up there that is Brand Spankin NEW !! What do ya think ?
As for having lunch with 2nd group I hope it works out you guys get to meet for a handshake and helo,but both groups will be on a schedule !!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 26, 2008, 11:05:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 26, 2008, 11:05:00 AM
Wow I would never leave my kids alone with that dude pictured in Tom's pick up rideing shot-gun.He just looks weird..Hey curveman,you see now why the bowdoc took both weeks ??? Yeah I getta do all the hand shaken..........yepeeeeeee....Just got off the phone with no neck Tommy.Things went great baiting...He is a true master ahh never mind...see ya all real soon...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 26, 2008, 11:37:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on May 26, 2008, 11:37:00 AM
Tom,
Well, if I do the ground blind I would just HAVE to use a SPEAR instead of a bow....or maybe my BK9 Combat knife if I place the bait barrel IN the blind! Decisions, decisions.... :biglaugh:
Yeah bowdoc, I would like to go up for two weeks but I haven't made the A-Team yet. Letsee...I think this year I have to carry all Tommy's gear and bait his fishing hooks for him... then next year... :D
Well, if I do the ground blind I would just HAVE to use a SPEAR instead of a bow....or maybe my BK9 Combat knife if I place the bait barrel IN the blind! Decisions, decisions.... :biglaugh:
Yeah bowdoc, I would like to go up for two weeks but I haven't made the A-Team yet. Letsee...I think this year I have to carry all Tommy's gear and bait his fishing hooks for him... then next year... :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on May 26, 2008, 11:44:00 AM
Post by: Kip on May 26, 2008, 11:44:00 AM
Hey is that the actor that played in Easy Rider in the 60's Peter Fonda.I would rather fight a bear than that dude.Man I am dateing myself.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 26, 2008, 12:02:00 PM
Post by: tippit on May 26, 2008, 12:02:00 PM
Ah Heck he ain't that tough lookin', just work him a little and he tuckers out real quick :rolleyes: Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Bear%20Hunt/Bowdoc.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Bear%20Hunt/Bowdoc.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 26, 2008, 12:49:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on May 26, 2008, 12:49:00 PM
Man Doc that morning had my butt draggen huh ??? I think I passed out right after that picture was taken and you guy's loaded me into the boat for the ride back to Rothman's place ? and us guy's thought Tom said it was a vacation huh ??? ...yeah right....Tell em Doc tell the gosphal..100 yards of blood trailing along Que'bec's lake shore lines is like cutting your way through 6 miles of chain link fence with a pocket knife.It is as thick as it gets.For blood trailing some guy's will be swinging a 2 1/2 foot long machatte or short handle ax maybe a bow-saw or two cutting crap out of the way to find and recover your bear....You will feel like I look in the picture Doc snapped whooooooped to say the least.But thats all part of the hunt,you gotta love it..You will never ever have as much fun working so darn hard as tracking and recovering bears with Tommy Doc and the guy's....It all just makes the whole trip worth going.It truely is a traditional archers vacation at it's finest.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 26, 2008, 12:58:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 26, 2008, 12:58:00 PM
UPDATE: I verified at the BORDER that you CAN bring BEAR SPRAY in Canada it is different than MACE !!
The Bear Spray has to have original label and tell them you have it when you cross border.
The Bear Spray has to have original label and tell them you have it when you cross border.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on May 26, 2008, 12:58:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on May 26, 2008, 12:58:00 PM
:bigsmyl: :thumbsup: :campfire: It is getting closer and the anticipation grows everytime I read a new post in this thread!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Greyfox54 on May 26, 2008, 02:40:00 PM
Post by: Greyfox54 on May 26, 2008, 02:40:00 PM
I know what you mean Ron , after all this chatter I feel like a babe amongst men ! The bears don't worry me it's the company in camp , just kidding , I hope , can't wait been having bear dreams , Fred
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on May 26, 2008, 02:47:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on May 26, 2008, 02:47:00 PM
Bear dreams... Hmmmmmm. What color was she?? LOL
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 26, 2008, 05:03:00 PM
Post by: tippit on May 26, 2008, 05:03:00 PM
Glad the boys made it back safe. That is one long drive and they turn around to do it again in four days :notworthy:
I'm starting to get pumped up for another adventure North of the Border. My forge has been running over time what with Bear Knives and Team Tippit Terminators. Dang the arrow points are more work than the knives just trying to get matched sets...Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest082.jpg)
I'm starting to get pumped up for another adventure North of the Border. My forge has been running over time what with Bear Knives and Team Tippit Terminators. Dang the arrow points are more work than the knives just trying to get matched sets...Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest082.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 27, 2008, 03:35:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on May 27, 2008, 03:35:00 AM
This just in from Uncle Barry: "Here's my favorite picture of Bowdoc. You are welcome to post it if you want. I don't know how to do that stuff. Talk about a "would you trust this man?" photo. ha. He's a piece of work all right! You gotta love the guy. BW"
The best compliments are what they say when you're NOT there! :)
(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j2/stevet_01/062.jpg)
The best compliments are what they say when you're NOT there! :)
(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j2/stevet_01/062.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 27, 2008, 09:34:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 27, 2008, 09:34:00 AM
Man I would not lieve my kids with that guy.....Looks like he's gonna be needing a new hat in the next 20 years or so huh ????? What a stud !!!!!!!!!!!! bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on May 27, 2008, 10:31:00 AM
Post by: JC on May 27, 2008, 10:31:00 AM
Bowdoc reminds me a lot of an old cowboy who used to punch cows on my Pap-paw's place. He was a kind gentle sort, willing to give the shirt off his back if needed, always happy and well liked by all. I saw him stare down this big burly feller one time with just a sideways look. I asked my Pap-paw why that big feller backed down and he said "Don't let his gentle nature fool ya boy, that hombre right there eats razor blades and pees ball bearings."
Only thing you got to worry about Bowdoc around your kids is what new words they'll come home with :eek: :biglaugh:
Only thing you got to worry about Bowdoc around your kids is what new words they'll come home with :eek: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 27, 2008, 11:09:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 27, 2008, 11:09:00 AM
Yahooooooooooo heck yeah Joe we gonna have some fun this year kid.I'am amped already....It's far better I teach your kids how to use those words rather then some nice guy....like lets say Ray Hammond...Good fellow like Ray does not know how to put them all into a sentence.Hey I'am bringing a spin fly combo fishing rod along this year too...Whats say you me and Doc have a little fishing derby.........yepeeeeeeeee....won't be long now lady's........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 27, 2008, 06:24:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 27, 2008, 06:24:00 PM
Bowdaddy,
All you better bring is ONE section of the Fly-Rod so you can work it and at that it will be taller than you !!
Your East-Coast Son
All you better bring is ONE section of the Fly-Rod so you can work it and at that it will be taller than you !!
Your East-Coast Son
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 27, 2008, 07:02:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on May 27, 2008, 07:02:00 PM
I had to take a break and drop in and see whats shaken with you girls.Ya'all ready ??? I mean are you really ready for the full meal deal week after next ? I see or host is up to his old tricks huh ??? wise cracken ahh ?? Half a fly rod ??? You know I may have to sock you in the neck for that one...whooops sorry I forgot...you ai'nt got no neck....I will see you lady's real soon....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Ted Fry on May 27, 2008, 07:44:00 PM
Post by: Ted Fry on May 27, 2008, 07:44:00 PM
Easy Bowdoc ifen yer not nice Tommy may leave you up there in Canada, not sure what they would do with you.
Sorry to miss this one boys , Have fun and shoot straight
Sorry to miss this one boys , Have fun and shoot straight
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on May 27, 2008, 07:49:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on May 27, 2008, 07:49:00 PM
Ted, Bob and I would just bring him back to Virginny. :p
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 28, 2008, 10:30:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on May 28, 2008, 10:30:00 AM
Boy's I cracked a limb while shooting my arrapaho bear killin bow last night.Now I have to replace it with the new dakota foam core limbs (Bob said so) :readit: Boy am I mad :goldtooth: Guess I'll have to take it out on the bears. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on May 28, 2008, 10:47:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on May 28, 2008, 10:47:00 AM
Hill boy-I feel for you :thumbsup: :thumbsup: and I admire the way you're holding up. Try to calm down and look at the bright side :jumper: . Its great that Bob is getting you fixed up so quickly. That's one of the reasons I'll probably end up with a Morrison if I can ever bring myself to retire my old Bears. Hope to see the new rig in Quebec.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on May 28, 2008, 11:20:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on May 28, 2008, 11:20:00 AM
Question for you vets - what do we have or practice targets while we are there? Is anyone bringing targets or should we just bring some judos and plan on shooting a bowdoc and uncle Barry's hats? can we shoot aerials while we are there? Is there room for such fun?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on May 28, 2008, 11:22:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on May 28, 2008, 11:22:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by bbassi:
note to self - hit edit, not quote when tryingto fix spelling - dummie. :) [/qb]
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 28, 2008, 11:35:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on May 28, 2008, 11:35:00 AM
Tommy NoNeck usually brings a couple of targets but I have a bear with the 10 ring shot out of it ( :bigsmyl: ) that I can bring if his has deteriorated from his hitting it all over so often. :D I wouldn't risk shooting aerials up there but I wouldn't risk shooting bowdocs hat either! (Not that I'd miss but The Smithsonian is going to want it and I wouldn't mess with The G)! :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on May 28, 2008, 11:46:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on May 28, 2008, 11:46:00 AM
Practice? I didn't figure you guys needed practice- I just have a sack of judos and figured I'd sneak off and shoot stumps where no one would see and feel sorry for me. Steve, if the shot out bear target has a really big hole to shoot through I might be able to use that. Bowdoc said we'd be too busy with baiting and camp chores to practice anyway-that's why he only brings one or two arrows, lol.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 28, 2008, 01:42:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 28, 2008, 01:42:00 PM
Man.. I have two brand new Morrell targets someone sent me to "test". I'd bring/donate them both but don't have the room. We're driving my wife's little car back east instead of my truck because of the gas money. Times are tough anymore. Sure hope Hillary or Obama Bin Laden can pull us out of this situation. :^) bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 28, 2008, 09:47:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 28, 2008, 09:47:00 PM
I will have 2 Bear targets for us to shoot at as well as a NEW Rhinehart 18 sided block for us to plink at !! Steve bring that old beat up target I will try to repair it when I get back !!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 28, 2008, 09:50:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 28, 2008, 09:50:00 PM
There is not enough room for aerials at camp.We could go to one of the gravel beds to do it.Heck we are going to be skinnin bears !!!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 29, 2008, 09:20:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 29, 2008, 09:20:00 AM
I don't know if you boy's will have the strength left to shoot targets....We start around 6 AM and finish at 11-12 PM....thats on a good day...........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 29, 2008, 02:03:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on May 29, 2008, 02:03:00 PM
I got ants in my pants.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Greyfox54 on May 29, 2008, 09:21:00 PM
Post by: Greyfox54 on May 29, 2008, 09:21:00 PM
Try your thermocell , should get rid of them
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 29, 2008, 09:30:00 PM
Post by: tippit on May 29, 2008, 09:30:00 PM
Bowdoc, I seem to have those ants too ! Just talked to Tom and they are ready to roll out again.
Got Tom, Eric, and myself ready with ammo. Trad points are right around 250 grains and matched up in pairs for Team Tippit. I'll be mailing them so Tom & Eric can half them to their arrows.
In the Spirit of Trad Gang, I decided that the Tippit knife should got to the over all Biggest Bear from Quebec Quest...that means everyone is in the running. Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08001.jpg)
Got Tom, Eric, and myself ready with ammo. Trad points are right around 250 grains and matched up in pairs for Team Tippit. I'll be mailing them so Tom & Eric can half them to their arrows.
In the Spirit of Trad Gang, I decided that the Tippit knife should got to the over all Biggest Bear from Quebec Quest...that means everyone is in the running. Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08001.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on May 29, 2008, 09:35:00 PM
Post by: Whip on May 29, 2008, 09:35:00 PM
Sounds fair to me. Everyone knows the best time to kill a big bear is between June 14th and 21st. ;)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on May 29, 2008, 09:52:00 PM
Post by: PV on May 29, 2008, 09:52:00 PM
Works for me Whip!! I'll add a bamboo backed bow for the largest bear.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 29, 2008, 10:14:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on May 29, 2008, 10:14:00 PM
Wahoo!!!! :clapper: :clapper: :clapper: Very generous of you both!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 29, 2008, 10:35:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 29, 2008, 10:35:00 PM
I'll wait until we get to camp to tell everyone ( this is just really mean.. sorry) but I'm bringing a VERY special bow with me to use on this hunt. Hopefully, I'll only take one shot with it. But as an added surprise for you all, I'm going to offer anyone and everyone in camp who wants to take ONE shot with it the chance to do so. All I'll say is it's old and very valuable. And for you guys hunting the second week.. too bad! Ha.. Am I not terrible? No.. really, hopefully you'll arrive in camp before the "A Team" departs. You guys still like me don't you? Uncle Barry
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 29, 2008, 10:47:00 PM
Post by: tippit on May 29, 2008, 10:47:00 PM
Actually that was a typo about the Tippit Knife being for both groups...what bow is that anyway Barry :D Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 29, 2008, 10:50:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on May 29, 2008, 10:50:00 PM
Thanks gents for all the added sweetners to the hunt,Knife for Biggest Bear,Bamboo backed bow & chance to shoot old time stickbow.Thanks Jeff,Paul & Barry. The bear baiting bus leaves in the morning for Round II of baiting.
I will touch base will everyone beginning of this coming week.
Get practicing <---------------<<<<<
I will touch base will everyone beginning of this coming week.
Get practicing <---------------<<<<<
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on May 29, 2008, 11:37:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on May 29, 2008, 11:37:00 PM
Tom - bring back pictures!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 30, 2008, 09:48:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 30, 2008, 09:48:00 AM
Holy balls my palms are starting to sweat.You guy's are the best,thats super cool,very nice..Uncle Barry I love ya man.(whats the draw weight of the special bow)..Doc them are some sweet looking heads there.I better hold off until the second week to try and arrow a critter huh ? I need one of them Tippit Knives bad for skinning my elk this fall....Here is a pic of team bowdoc broadheads or well actually broadhead cause I only got one so it's kinda not a team at all,but rather one guy with one broadhead...man that sucks no team.....wooooooooooooow see ya all next weekend...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 30, 2008, 09:50:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 30, 2008, 09:50:00 AM
(http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/001-2.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on May 30, 2008, 09:50:00 AM
Post by: PV on May 30, 2008, 09:50:00 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v488/Shortbldtr/IMG_0008.jpg)
The winner gets his choice. Both are 53# @ 28, 58 and 62 NTN. Can be shot Left or wrong handed
The bear is the biggest taken at a hunt with trad gangers last year. I don't see lightning striking twice
:)
The winner gets his choice. Both are 53# @ 28, 58 and 62 NTN. Can be shot Left or wrong handed
The bear is the biggest taken at a hunt with trad gangers last year. I don't see lightning striking twice
:)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on May 30, 2008, 09:58:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on May 30, 2008, 09:58:00 AM
"Can be shot Left or wrong handed"
PV, I like you :) Are you on week one or 2? If week one that will make 3 lefties I know of. I may actually get to shoot somone elses bow on this trip, COOL! :)
PV, I like you :) Are you on week one or 2? If week one that will make 3 lefties I know of. I may actually get to shoot somone elses bow on this trip, COOL! :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Ken E. on May 30, 2008, 10:36:00 AM
Post by: Ken E. on May 30, 2008, 10:36:00 AM
Another lefty here. I will be in camp the 2nd week.
PV great looking bows.
Ken
PV great looking bows.
Ken
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 30, 2008, 10:49:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 30, 2008, 10:49:00 AM
Just got off the phone with my boy Tommy and thought I would keep ya'all posted....They are rolling through Vermont right now heading for Canada ahh.He said they have his and Lloyds trucks along with Tom's trailer loaded with pastries..They will return sometime early monday morning Tom figures......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 30, 2008, 11:25:00 AM
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 30, 2008, 11:25:00 AM
Righty.. tighty. Lefty.. loosey, or in some cases Lucy. Yeah.. but are any of you guys amphibious (capable of shooting both righty and lefty)? bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 30, 2008, 11:32:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 30, 2008, 11:32:00 AM
Why yes , I actually am a switch hitter or shooter...wait a minute that don't sound right...is that some kind of a joke ??? and I was just starting to like you again Uncle Barry.bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on May 30, 2008, 11:33:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on May 30, 2008, 11:33:00 AM
Barry, Bowdoc has webbed feet so he's at least partly amphibious but I believe he shoots righty more or less exclusively. GY
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 30, 2008, 11:37:00 AM
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 30, 2008, 11:37:00 AM
PV: Very nice bows. Beautiful! I think I'll go ahead and take the shorter one. Thank you. Oh, that's right, I have to shoot the biggest bear. By the way Paul, what the hell kind of last name is that? I mean, it looks like your ancestors reached into a bucket full of alphabet letters, threw them up in the air. They landed VanVaerenewyck and they said, "yeah... let's call ourselves the Van Vaerenewyck's". I like you already. bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 30, 2008, 11:48:00 AM
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 30, 2008, 11:48:00 AM
Did you know it's a medical fact that 90+% of adults who stutter are left handed? Additionally, 40% of left handed bowhunters are lefty because they went left handed to correct a freezing problem? And, guys who are amphibious only stutter occasionally? bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on May 30, 2008, 11:48:00 AM
Post by: PV on May 30, 2008, 11:48:00 AM
2nd week bbassi. Hope to meet you all before you leave. Thats two at least Ken. Takes talent to be left handed in a right handed world.
Haven't met anyone yet that is amphibious Barry. Although bocdoc sounds a little fishy ;)
Haven't met anyone yet that is amphibious Barry. Although bocdoc sounds a little fishy ;)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on May 30, 2008, 12:32:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on May 30, 2008, 12:32:00 PM
I can shoot as well left handed as I can right handed.Anybody that has watched me shoot will swear I couldn't shoot any worse left handed. :o
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on May 30, 2008, 12:33:00 PM
Post by: Kip on May 30, 2008, 12:33:00 PM
Man I never killed a bear yet and you'all gonna make me hold out for the big one for all the goodies.Nice stuf guys.Will not be long now.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 30, 2008, 12:39:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on May 30, 2008, 12:39:00 PM
Booooooooo-yaaaaaaaaaaaaa...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on May 30, 2008, 02:49:00 PM
Post by: PV on May 30, 2008, 02:49:00 PM
Interesting facts Barry. IIII'llll.... kkkeeeppp... ttthemmmm.... in mmminddd....
Name came from Belguim. The folks at Ellis Island shortened it considerably.
Ya got that right Bowdoc.............
Name came from Belguim. The folks at Ellis Island shortened it considerably.
Ya got that right Bowdoc.............
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 30, 2008, 06:38:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 30, 2008, 06:38:00 PM
Okay.. I feel bad about not fessing up to you guys about the special bow I'll be using on this hunt. This is some pretty heavy stuff, so please bear with me (no pun intended). As a lot of you know, the late Paul Schafer was one of my best friends. Similar to many of us, when Paul went on a hunt he took a back-up/spare bow with him just in case. He specifically built this bow for himself but to also loan out to friends in camp who might need an extra. So he "only" made it #70 lbs. @ 28" so everyone could handle it. When Paul died in his accident in '93, good friend Rosey Roseland of Montana had the bow in his possession at the time. Here's where it gets heavy. Rosey had a friend from Iowa, named Mike Bentler, who had just ordered a bow from Schaf. Paul died before he finished Mike's bow. So Rosey (being Rosey) sent Paul's personal bow to Mike as a token of friendship. I moved to Iowa in '99 and although I lived only fifteen miles from Mike, I never got to meet the man. On October 15, 2006, Mike Bentler, is wife and all three daughters were mass murdered at their home in the middle of the night. Their only son, Shawn, was convicted of murdering his own family and sentenced to five life sentences without parole. Allegedly the brutal murders were committed so he could inherit his folks approximate three million dollar estate. Anyone interested can just google up Mike Bentler. After the murders, remaining relatives had a public auction of the Bentler family items. I stopped by knowing he had one of Schaf's bows. I didn't see it and inquired to one of the family members. No one knew anything about the bow. I left and pretty much forgot about it. Then last summer, while back in New Hampshire, I received a box from UPS. It was from Rosey. In it was a letter saying the Bentler family had located the bow and mailed it back where it came from. Rosey knew about my fire in '99 where I lost six of my Schafer bows. Rosey's letter said Paul would want me to have it. Yes, there are still good people in this world. So there you go. It's one of my most prized possessions. This will be the first time I've ever hunted with it. The bow was probably made in the mid '80s by Paul and obviously has a lot of miles on it. Those miles have created character and individuality in the bow. And I'm proud to share it with you guys. Thanks. bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: meathead on May 30, 2008, 06:54:00 PM
Post by: meathead on May 30, 2008, 06:54:00 PM
What about us that can't shoot either handed?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on May 30, 2008, 07:19:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on May 30, 2008, 07:19:00 PM
Wow Barry that's cool. Some of it anyway, you know what I mean. There are good people left in this world and a lot of them hang out here. You just helped me make up my mind about my "backup" for this trip. I was going to bring a Morrison but I think now I'll bring my old Tip too. I'm sure you have a million stories and I'd love to hear some of them around the camp fire. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on May 30, 2008, 07:51:00 PM
Post by: Kip on May 30, 2008, 07:51:00 PM
Barry WOW!!! Don't know what to say.What a story.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on May 30, 2008, 08:00:00 PM
Post by: PV on May 30, 2008, 08:00:00 PM
Special bow indeed!!!!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on May 30, 2008, 08:29:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on May 30, 2008, 08:29:00 PM
Geez!!! Only a week to work up to shooting 70 lbs. I'll have to find a stiff arrow, too. Thanks Barry.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 30, 2008, 08:42:00 PM
Post by: tippit on May 30, 2008, 08:42:00 PM
Barry, That is a very cool story. I'm sorry I won't be in the 1st group to pull it 1/2 way back :D I was kidding about the Knife for just the 2nd group. It is for the Biggest bear & I hope it comes from Paul's bow...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on May 30, 2008, 11:46:00 PM
Post by: PV on May 30, 2008, 11:46:00 PM
Bows will be in camp 2nd week.Be cool to have someone get their bear with either. Don't have any woods spined light enough but the longer bow likes 500 carbons with a 175gr head.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on May 31, 2008, 07:09:00 AM
Post by: JC on May 31, 2008, 07:09:00 AM
Carbon out of a boo backed?!!?? You and me's gonna get along jest fine Paul :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on May 31, 2008, 08:04:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on May 31, 2008, 08:04:00 AM
I'll be very honored to shoot such a bow and thank you Barry for letting us!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on May 31, 2008, 08:50:00 AM
Post by: Whip on May 31, 2008, 08:50:00 AM
I've read and heard some incredible stories from you Barry, but I think that one tops them all! Unbelievably sad and heartwarming all it the same story.
That is indeed a special bow, I'm sure glad it turned up in your hands. I hope we getto camp before you leave - maybe I can get 25" out of it!
That is indeed a special bow, I'm sure glad it turned up in your hands. I hope we getto camp before you leave - maybe I can get 25" out of it!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 31, 2008, 09:17:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 31, 2008, 09:17:00 AM
Bittersweet to say the least....Uncle Barry I will be unable to bend the string much less the limbs.But thank you so much for the offer....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 31, 2008, 10:47:00 AM
Post by: tippit on May 31, 2008, 10:47:00 AM
Paul, You can still qualify for Team Tippit.
Requirements:
1) Selfbow...BBO legal entry :)
2) Tippit Forged Trade Point....just so happens that I have one mounted to a Beman ICS Hunter 500 :eek: It already passed the destruction test. Single left hand bevel, 250 grains, and left wing feathers. If you want, It's yours...Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Broadheads/ForgedGrizzly003.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Broadheads/ForgedGrizzleyHeads016.jpg)
Requirements:
1) Selfbow...BBO legal entry :)
2) Tippit Forged Trade Point....just so happens that I have one mounted to a Beman ICS Hunter 500 :eek: It already passed the destruction test. Single left hand bevel, 250 grains, and left wing feathers. If you want, It's yours...Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Broadheads/ForgedGrizzly003.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Broadheads/ForgedGrizzleyHeads016.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on May 31, 2008, 10:52:00 AM
Post by: tippit on May 31, 2008, 10:52:00 AM
Also finished up my trial Bear Blades. These will be headed North in a few weeks, even color coordinated :D Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08010.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08010.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on May 31, 2008, 10:57:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on May 31, 2008, 10:57:00 AM
Just put my name on the second knife up from the bottom.......see ya soon,bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 31, 2008, 12:34:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on May 31, 2008, 12:34:00 PM
I love the one with the orange cord handle. bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on May 31, 2008, 01:27:00 PM
Post by: PV on May 31, 2008, 01:27:00 PM
Be an honor to join your team Jeff. Been rehabing my shoulder with a 50# single carbon experimental T/D longbow.My Bamboo backed bows are feeling neglected.I'll take the one you shot at the White mountain shoot last year out for a walk on the 3D course tomorrow.
Barry
:biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Barry
:biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on May 31, 2008, 01:40:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on May 31, 2008, 01:40:00 PM
Beautiful bows Paul! I can't wait to see your craftsmanship first hand. Barry, that bow has to have some magic in it and I hope it finds the bear you are looking for. Can't wait to see Tippit's knives and trade points in action too.
If it is possible, I hope arrive in time to meet everyone from the first week. I will look forward to the stories.
If it is possible, I hope arrive in time to meet everyone from the first week. I will look forward to the stories.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on May 31, 2008, 09:42:00 PM
Post by: PV on May 31, 2008, 09:42:00 PM
Thanks Jay. Got a few examples of it here.
JC
I see folks shooting WOOD arrows and FIBERGLASS bows. If I remember you like the skinny carbons? I've got a bunch of the old 16/64ths 360 spine. I'll bring a few up if you'd like to try em.
JC
I see folks shooting WOOD arrows and FIBERGLASS bows. If I remember you like the skinny carbons? I've got a bunch of the old 16/64ths 360 spine. I'll bring a few up if you'd like to try em.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on May 31, 2008, 11:31:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on May 31, 2008, 11:31:00 PM
Barry, that's pretty cool, I am looking forward to seeing the bow and hunting with you again.
Take care
oh, and uh can I have your Dye ?
Take care
oh, and uh can I have your Dye ?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on June 01, 2008, 12:46:00 AM
Post by: Barry Wensel on June 01, 2008, 12:46:00 AM
Hogdancer... soon to be Beardancer. Uh... NO on the Dye. Have a good trip though . A week from right now we'll all be sitting around the campfire swapping lies and swatting flies. And make sure you bring ear plugs for sleeping. Everyone drive careful. I'm outta here. bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Firstarrow on June 01, 2008, 01:35:00 AM
Post by: Firstarrow on June 01, 2008, 01:35:00 AM
Wow,
I've been reading this thread for weeks. & It keeps getting better!!!
Uncle Barry, that gesture is incredible. (by the way, I was the guy @ PBS in Pitt that wanted a picture w/ Santa for the Kids - they loved it. One asked if you were the guy from the hunting videos. You are one of their heros:Thanks!!)
There is a ton of good Karma in this hunt.
You guys take care of your selves & have a good hunt.
I've been reading this thread for weeks. & It keeps getting better!!!
Uncle Barry, that gesture is incredible. (by the way, I was the guy @ PBS in Pitt that wanted a picture w/ Santa for the Kids - they loved it. One asked if you were the guy from the hunting videos. You are one of their heros:Thanks!!)
There is a ton of good Karma in this hunt.
You guys take care of your selves & have a good hunt.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Firstarrow on June 01, 2008, 07:45:00 AM
Post by: Firstarrow on June 01, 2008, 07:45:00 AM
Wow,
I've been reading this thread for weeks. & It keeps getting better!!!
Uncle Barry, that gesture is incredible. (by the way, I was the guy @ PBS in Pitt that wanted a picture w/ Santa for the Kids - they loved it. One asked if you were the guy from the hunting videos. You are one of their heros:Thanks!!)
There is a ton of good Karma in this hunt.
You guys take care of your selves & have a good hunt.
I've been reading this thread for weeks. & It keeps getting better!!!
Uncle Barry, that gesture is incredible. (by the way, I was the guy @ PBS in Pitt that wanted a picture w/ Santa for the Kids - they loved it. One asked if you were the guy from the hunting videos. You are one of their heros:Thanks!!)
There is a ton of good Karma in this hunt.
You guys take care of your selves & have a good hunt.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 01, 2008, 05:29:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 01, 2008, 05:29:00 PM
Tom and the other boy's should be back from baiting here later tonight.Maybe he will keep us posted...Hope there was lots of action since thier last visit.......see ya all friday lady's......waaaahoooooooooooooo .... bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on June 01, 2008, 08:14:00 PM
Post by: Kip on June 01, 2008, 08:14:00 PM
Lets just say I happen to kill a big bear and I cannot shoot 70lbs. I could order a set of lighter limbs and let some other guys borrow the bow with the heavy limbs and get to use it.Hey I can dream O.K..Good luck everybody and see some or most of ya'll soon.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 01, 2008, 10:08:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 01, 2008, 10:08:00 PM
OK, who else is packed and ready to go NOW! lol
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on June 01, 2008, 10:56:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on June 01, 2008, 10:56:00 PM
I hav'nt even thought about packing! I need to get moving
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 02, 2008, 08:10:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 02, 2008, 08:10:00 AM
The top two Tippit...either one will be fine for me :D
Thanks for the offer Paul, just bring a couple if you have room, I'd like to at least play with them. Course, not sure when I'll have time, things keep hopping around there most of the time with hunting, baiting, and of course eating.
Not packed, have the big 3D shoot at my place this weekend, but next week...I'll be running round a the proverbial chicken etc. Trying not to think about it yet so I can keep up the pace at work.
Thanks for the offer Paul, just bring a couple if you have room, I'd like to at least play with them. Course, not sure when I'll have time, things keep hopping around there most of the time with hunting, baiting, and of course eating.
Not packed, have the big 3D shoot at my place this weekend, but next week...I'll be running round a the proverbial chicken etc. Trying not to think about it yet so I can keep up the pace at work.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 02, 2008, 09:36:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on June 02, 2008, 09:36:00 AM
Man alive! I just got back to my computer for the first time since Friday afternoon. Its hard to believe that this hunt just gets better and better! Very generous across the board guys-I have to thinks about which knife though-they all look really good. I kinda like PVs red bow. Decisions, decisions. The only downside to any of this is that I won't get to share camp with everyone from both weeks. I leave KY Thursday afternoon and fly outta Nashville early Friday morning. Now if I can keep it between the ditches til then. See ya'll up nawth- Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 02, 2008, 09:48:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 02, 2008, 09:48:00 AM
Mornin Gents,
Just returned from bait trip # 2 at 2 AM this morning.It was a marathon bait run !! We managed to bring up all the extra sweets for 2 weeks and are stored in my trailer along with other necassary goods.I have alot of shopping to do this week and will be contacting EVERYONE this week to finalize last minute details.Bears are hungry up there.........
Just returned from bait trip # 2 at 2 AM this morning.It was a marathon bait run !! We managed to bring up all the extra sweets for 2 weeks and are stored in my trailer along with other necassary goods.I have alot of shopping to do this week and will be contacting EVERYONE this week to finalize last minute details.Bears are hungry up there.........
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 02, 2008, 09:52:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 02, 2008, 09:52:00 AM
Paul,
Cool bows !!! Looking forward to handling them.I will bring EXTRA bowsock for my ride home :-)
Barry,what a treasure you have with the original Schaf bow !! UNBELIEVABLE STORY about it.I am lefty,BUT can shoot ride handed.I worked in Sporting Goods business for 16 years and being a right handed world ......will be cool to fling an arrow (you supplying the arrows for the 15 other guys to test fire the Schafer :-)
Doc is the sheath for your TRAD-GANG knife LEFT handed ???
Cool bows !!! Looking forward to handling them.I will bring EXTRA bowsock for my ride home :-)
Barry,what a treasure you have with the original Schaf bow !! UNBELIEVABLE STORY about it.I am lefty,BUT can shoot ride handed.I worked in Sporting Goods business for 16 years and being a right handed world ......will be cool to fling an arrow (you supplying the arrows for the 15 other guys to test fire the Schafer :-)
Doc is the sheath for your TRAD-GANG knife LEFT handed ???
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 02, 2008, 12:04:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 02, 2008, 12:04:00 PM
Tom, any trail cam pics yet?
BTW - you can shoot my Tip all you want. I'll even bring the girly limbs so ya don't hurt yourself. :D
BTW - you can shoot my Tip all you want. I'll even bring the girly limbs so ya don't hurt yourself. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 02, 2008, 09:18:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 02, 2008, 09:18:00 PM
Tom, mail trade points to you and Eric on Saturday. Got mine haft on...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 03, 2008, 07:45:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on June 03, 2008, 07:45:00 AM
3 more days till blast off.I hope they don't open my luggage at the airport.Crap will fly everywhere and they wont ever get it back in.Took Me three weeks.
Tom, I sent a package.It will have my name on it somewhere.Should arrive thursday. :jumper:
Now if I can just get those bear to hold still so I can weigh and measure them.I think I'll just get Bob Walker to holdem down. :D
Tom, I sent a package.It will have my name on it somewhere.Should arrive thursday. :jumper:
Now if I can just get those bear to hold still so I can weigh and measure them.I think I'll just get Bob Walker to holdem down. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 03, 2008, 08:09:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 03, 2008, 08:09:00 AM
Hillboy,
Will be on the lookout for your package.
Will be on the lookout for your package.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Herdbull on June 03, 2008, 01:04:00 PM
Post by: Herdbull on June 03, 2008, 01:04:00 PM
I was down at Barry's place over the weekend and Barry was packing for his trip. Since he broke his arm a few years ago, he has had top drop down in bow weight. He asked that I unstring the bow that was laying on the top of his hunting stuff. I picked up the vintage Schafer and drew it back. Talk about chills. I got a similar feeling drawing one of Bart Schleyer's bows. He told me the story be hind the bow. I unstrung the bow and we removed the quiver for transport. After seeing this thread, I decided to post. I know you guys are in for a real treat. Barry has been working up his shoulder and is determined to hunt with the 70#er. Good luck to all. Mike
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 03, 2008, 01:46:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on June 03, 2008, 01:46:00 PM
Thanks for the update and "teaser" Mike. Wish you were going along for the stories alone. GY
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 03, 2008, 02:45:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 03, 2008, 02:45:00 PM
Barry, is really treating us to a real honor.If it was possible I would pack a suit and tie just for the event of shooting this bow.I'm getting more excited by the minute. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Bob Walker on June 03, 2008, 03:58:00 PM
Post by: Bob Walker on June 03, 2008, 03:58:00 PM
Mike, You got to be able to pull it back in order to shoot it......Nuff said..............
BTW....see you in 3 days, sweetie...........
BTW....see you in 3 days, sweetie...........
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 03, 2008, 04:31:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 03, 2008, 04:31:00 PM
rut-ro. I think Bob just called you out hill boy. You got 3 days to work on those chin ups. LOL
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 03, 2008, 07:01:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 03, 2008, 07:01:00 PM
:o Believe I'll eat some raw eggs and go out for a run.May even practice spittin my beach nut :saywhat:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 04, 2008, 01:45:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 04, 2008, 01:45:00 PM
Packing, Unpacking , Repacking... Is it time to go yet??? My poor bear target is catching hell. :readit: :saywhat:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 04, 2008, 01:52:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on June 04, 2008, 01:52:00 PM
I know what you mean Ron-I've worn out three sets of hunting clothes that I ain't even worn yet... I'm OUTTAHERE in 27 hrs. Tick-tock,tick-tock ................Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 04, 2008, 02:12:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on June 04, 2008, 02:12:00 PM
My truck is packed and I'm outta here in about 10 minutes. I'll get to Fred's (Greyfox54) tomorrow afternoon and we'll head to Tom's Friday AM. I sure am glad I don't have to get all this stuff in one bag for the airlines. :eek: See y'all there!! :campfire:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: flint kemper on June 04, 2008, 02:13:00 PM
Post by: flint kemper on June 04, 2008, 02:13:00 PM
Good luck Rick. Have a safe trip. Flint
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: kctreeman on June 04, 2008, 04:48:00 PM
Post by: kctreeman on June 04, 2008, 04:48:00 PM
Tom, Please make sure that Bodoc doesn't get eaten by any bears. He is in the process of working on three of my bows that I would like to get back when he gets home.He isn't using a Damon howatt super Diablo or a 1956 Bear Kodiak special is he? Hopefully he can get a little mojo into those bows before sending them back to me. May be the only time they have a chance to confront a bear. Hope you guys are having a good time.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 04, 2008, 05:10:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 04, 2008, 05:10:00 PM
Safe travels to all headed up this week. Plan on running bears in VT this weekend. We should get a few good ones to tree. I'll post some pic's on Monday for those of us waiting for the BIG
;) bear week.
;) bear week.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Nakohe on June 04, 2008, 06:08:00 PM
Post by: Nakohe on June 04, 2008, 06:08:00 PM
I do not mean to scare anyone, but Mike's aka(Hill Boy) best friend Brand Lantz wears womens underwear. Ask him about that. They hunt together in Colorado. All alone by themselves. Or that is the sory Brad tells.
:scared: :saywhat: :biglaugh:
Bob, my friend you are a riot. Sure wish I was going.
:scared: :saywhat: :biglaugh:
Bob, my friend you are a riot. Sure wish I was going.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 04, 2008, 06:16:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 04, 2008, 06:16:00 PM
Lantzteshia my friend... :goldtooth: LOL
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 04, 2008, 08:06:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 04, 2008, 08:06:00 PM
KC TReeman,
Bowdoc did tell me he was bringing up a couple bows for us to fiddle around in camp with :-)
Well Bear Questers i have touched base with 1st GROUP and will be calling the rest of you tonight or tommorow. !!! Can't wait to meet up with you Rascals :-)
Bowdoc did tell me he was bringing up a couple bows for us to fiddle around in camp with :-)
Well Bear Questers i have touched base with 1st GROUP and will be calling the rest of you tonight or tommorow. !!! Can't wait to meet up with you Rascals :-)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: kctreeman on June 04, 2008, 11:10:00 PM
Post by: kctreeman on June 04, 2008, 11:10:00 PM
Tom you are a good man for putting these hunts together. sounds like you are one busy guy. TEll Tippit, Dave and bow doc hello for me. Maybe next year.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 05, 2008, 08:17:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 05, 2008, 08:17:00 AM
KC,
I will tell Dave & Tippit you said hello for sure !! When I return from Hunt I will have details for BEAR QUEST III :-)
I will tell Dave & Tippit you said hello for sure !! When I return from Hunt I will have details for BEAR QUEST III :-)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 05, 2008, 08:36:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on June 05, 2008, 08:36:00 AM
Ok men I'm off to littlerock.I will be staying the night with Cuz fellow tradmember neon quiver and we will spend the day shooting.I'm breaking in My new foam core dakota limbs and he has one of elmer's crow creek long bow's that he just aquired.He will then take me to the airport in the morning and I will meet Mr. Bob walker at New albany airport.Then were off to meet Tom and the rest of the Gang to the memorable Bear Quest II.Over and out :D :campfire:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 05, 2008, 11:21:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on June 05, 2008, 11:21:00 AM
I'm outta here in five hours; I'll spend the night in Nashville and fly out @6:40 in the morning. Worn out from waiting, looking forward to recharging in the bush. See y'all up nawth. Kowabunga, dudes!! G
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: meathead on June 05, 2008, 07:54:00 PM
Post by: meathead on June 05, 2008, 07:54:00 PM
Good luck next week guys.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 05, 2008, 10:58:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 05, 2008, 10:58:00 PM
Well, the scouting party is finally on their way. Next week the hunters will follow :biglaugh:
Good luck guys! Have a great week, and shoot straight! Hope to cross paths on the change over.
Good luck guys! Have a great week, and shoot straight! Hope to cross paths on the change over.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on June 06, 2008, 12:05:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on June 06, 2008, 12:05:00 AM
Thanks Whip but all that will be left for the "Week Two" crew will be these nervous bears, shaking so much from fear that even with a steady hand I couldn't get a clear image! These W2 bears will have lost their hair from stress what with all the dead bears that lie fallen from the fearsome hunters that are "Week One"! :archer:
(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j2/stevet_01/Quebecbearhunt2006287.jpg)
Seriously, thank guys!!!
(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j2/stevet_01/Quebecbearhunt2006287.jpg)
Seriously, thank guys!!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 06, 2008, 10:47:00 AM
Post by: tippit on June 06, 2008, 10:47:00 AM
Wait a minute Steve...isn't that a picture you took! It appears that the Camera is shakin' not the Bear :) Have a save & successful trip ya'll...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on June 06, 2008, 11:18:00 AM
Post by: Kip on June 06, 2008, 11:18:00 AM
Is that what I am going after hell them old swamp boar hogs in the palmettos are prettier than that.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on June 06, 2008, 11:50:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on June 06, 2008, 11:50:00 AM
DOC! You told! I had everyone convinced it was a trailcam on a windy day! :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 06, 2008, 11:55:00 AM
Post by: PV on June 06, 2008, 11:55:00 AM
Nah Kip. That one isn't big enough to grow hair yet :eek:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on June 06, 2008, 12:04:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on June 06, 2008, 12:04:00 PM
This one's a regular Chia Pet!
(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j2/stevet_01/Quebecbearhunt2007062.jpg)
(http://i76.photobucket.com/albums/j2/stevet_01/Quebecbearhunt2007062.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on June 06, 2008, 12:06:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on June 06, 2008, 12:06:00 PM
Thank you for the well-wishes Doc! I am sorry that we don't get to share a camp this year but I do hope to see you soon if only to collect my masterfully made, Tippit knife ! :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 06, 2008, 09:48:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 06, 2008, 09:48:00 PM
Kip, Here's a picture of my mounted Little Delta Bow bear from 2 years ago. Much prettier than an old swamp hog :) Plus the hair coat was 4-5 inches and very thick. You should see all different hair coats...but they are all fun to watch...Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/LDBBear003.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/LDBBear008.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/LDBBear003.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/LDBBear008.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on June 07, 2008, 07:12:00 AM
Post by: Kip on June 07, 2008, 07:12:00 AM
Jeff Great pic I had been thinking if I got lucky and got a bear what would I do with the hide or head.I did not want a rug but maybe tan the hide for the wall.I did not want just a scull and had not seen many head/shoulder mounts mostly full mounts.Your mount looks great solved my problem now to get and make the shot.That old wing looks like the grandfather of the bow I will be hunting with.See all of you soon.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 07, 2008, 07:29:00 AM
Post by: tippit on June 07, 2008, 07:29:00 AM
Kip, That mount was done by Frank Zitz who does most of Cabela's African mounts. I wanted it to be special considering he was taken by the Little Delta Bow and the idea of Quebec Quest originated from that hunt too!
First group should be just about to La Tuque right now. I hope they packed some sharp pointy items. I know I'm finally ready :) Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest-BeerBlade010.jpg)
First group should be just about to La Tuque right now. I hope they packed some sharp pointy items. I know I'm finally ready :) Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest-BeerBlade010.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 07, 2008, 07:40:00 AM
Post by: tippit on June 07, 2008, 07:40:00 AM
Kip, Another view of that mount. Frank just seemed to capture his eyes and nose perfectly. I didn't want an open mouth mount as you don't see that in the woods...unless maybe when they come up the tree :scared: Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/LDBBear004.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/LDBBear004.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on June 07, 2008, 09:03:00 AM
Post by: Kip on June 07, 2008, 09:03:00 AM
Jeff O.K. if I kill him climbing the tree open mouth,ground natural like yours.I admire you guys that make the sharp things to kill them with by hand maybe when I retire.The bear you kill should be proud to give all for that beautiful setup.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: meathead on June 07, 2008, 09:57:00 AM
Post by: meathead on June 07, 2008, 09:57:00 AM
Just us second weekers now. It is going to be hard to get anything done at work next week. Only thing left to do is touch up broadheads.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 07, 2008, 01:05:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 07, 2008, 01:05:00 PM
I am counting down the days. It will definitely be hard to concentrate at work. Jeff, that is a beautiful mount! You may have helped make my mind up as well, should a good bear cooperate. I am envious of the all self bows and trade points. We have some real craftsmen in camp, as well as a ton of knowledge and experience.
I just had a idea. I am going to try and find the Zwickey 4 blade I took my first whitetail with 20+ years ago. I seem to remember the ferrule may be a little damaged, but if it is usable I am going to mount her up. It might be fitting if I can take my first bear with the exact same head that I took my first deer with.
I just had a idea. I am going to try and find the Zwickey 4 blade I took my first whitetail with 20+ years ago. I seem to remember the ferrule may be a little damaged, but if it is usable I am going to mount her up. It might be fitting if I can take my first bear with the exact same head that I took my first deer with.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tyler2045 on June 07, 2008, 02:55:00 PM
Post by: Tyler2045 on June 07, 2008, 02:55:00 PM
I envy all of you.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 08, 2008, 09:25:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 08, 2008, 09:25:00 PM
Chased a few bears this weekend. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v488/Shortbldtr/IMG_0013.jpg)
Treed this one this morning.. Ran a much larger one for eight hours on Saturday but the dogs couldn't bring him to bay.
For those of you 2nd week guys that haven't hunted bears before this is a shooter and could possibly get you a new knife and bow.Notice the space between the ears and and the way they look small and more to the side of the head.His body is scrunched up on the limb and will look longer when standing on the ground.
Is it Friday yet.........
Treed this one this morning.. Ran a much larger one for eight hours on Saturday but the dogs couldn't bring him to bay.
For those of you 2nd week guys that haven't hunted bears before this is a shooter and could possibly get you a new knife and bow.Notice the space between the ears and and the way they look small and more to the side of the head.His body is scrunched up on the limb and will look longer when standing on the ground.
Is it Friday yet.........
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 08, 2008, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 08, 2008, 09:33:00 PM
Here's another. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v488/Shortbldtr/IMG_0011-1.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 08, 2008, 09:47:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 08, 2008, 09:47:00 PM
Paul, That must be a real rush to chase and finally get one bayed up. See Ya Friday...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 08, 2008, 10:00:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 08, 2008, 10:00:00 PM
It is a different experience for sure Doc. Just as exciting as waiting for one to commit.A bit more legwork though :eek: The one on Saturday made this one look like a 2 year old. Would have liked to get some pic's.
Here's another pic for the new guys. It's the only one I have that kind of shows his length. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v488/Shortbldtr/IMG_0018.jpg)
Here's another pic for the new guys. It's the only one I have that kind of shows his length. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v488/Shortbldtr/IMG_0018.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 09, 2008, 06:48:00 AM
Post by: tippit on June 09, 2008, 06:48:00 AM
The other thing you can see is they have No Trouble climbing a Tree...even one with Treestands :scared: Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: SKYLER W on June 09, 2008, 07:45:00 AM
Post by: SKYLER W on June 09, 2008, 07:45:00 AM
We hope everyone has an awesome time! And can't wait for the stories and PICS too start up.....Tippit, JC has got Cutter......Skyler
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 09, 2008, 02:30:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 09, 2008, 02:30:00 PM
They climb lickey split.From the pic's I've seen Tom sets stands so theres no need for a bear to climb. Just stand up and shake hands!!! :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Guru on June 09, 2008, 02:34:00 PM
Post by: Guru on June 09, 2008, 02:34:00 PM
Yeah,I can't wait to start hearing about the hunts!!
Good Luck to all :thumbsup:
Good Luck to all :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on June 09, 2008, 02:44:00 PM
Post by: Kip on June 09, 2008, 02:44:00 PM
I think my ice chest with crawfish,and sausage and a big hen for a gumbo and my pack with bow and clothes arrows,knives etc.will each weigh about 49 3/4 lbs.(50lb. limit).Catching an early flight Friday for Albany.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 09, 2008, 08:54:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 09, 2008, 08:54:00 PM
Kip, That sounds good! We need to get it cleaned out for your bear hide & meat :thumbsup:
PV, Actually those stand are low so your toes don't get cold...nice plush rug right up against the platform! Doc
PV, Actually those stand are low so your toes don't get cold...nice plush rug right up against the platform! Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 09, 2008, 09:54:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 09, 2008, 09:54:00 PM
Good way to check the quality of the pelt Doc!
Barefoot with a thermacell strapped on each foot :thumbsup:
Barefoot with a thermacell strapped on each foot :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 09, 2008, 11:47:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 09, 2008, 11:47:00 PM
There was a package on the table when I got home with these beauties inside from Woody Blackwell.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/KnifeRiverHeads.jpg)
How cool is that? :cool: :cool:
I'll get one hafted to a shaft tomorrow. Just have to decide - grey or brown? If anyone is interested in trying the other one you are welcome to it. We can haft it to your own shaft or I can bring one for you.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/KnifeRiverHeads.jpg)
How cool is that? :cool: :cool:
I'll get one hafted to a shaft tomorrow. Just have to decide - grey or brown? If anyone is interested in trying the other one you are welcome to it. We can haft it to your own shaft or I can bring one for you.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: kctreeman on June 09, 2008, 11:54:00 PM
Post by: kctreeman on June 09, 2008, 11:54:00 PM
Nice looking heads Whip. Good luck on the hunt. Don't be half- drawing on those big bears. I heard about a guy doing that on a goat one day in TX. I got my goat head back yesterday. Looked pretty good, except his ears were about chewed off from fighting. KIll a big one. and please keep an eye on the bowdoc for me. He is doing I few bows for me and I don't want any harm to come his way.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 10, 2008, 12:01:00 AM
Post by: Whip on June 10, 2008, 12:01:00 AM
I'll watch him for you John! And I'll try to keep your advice on the half draw thing in mind if the time comes ;)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 10, 2008, 06:44:00 AM
Post by: tippit on June 10, 2008, 06:44:00 AM
John, Whip is going to be sooo close to the bait that he'll have to be at 1/2 draw all the time just to let the Bear come in :eek: Sounds like you are doing well...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 10, 2008, 07:07:00 AM
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 10, 2008, 07:07:00 AM
Good luck to all of you. Can not wait to get the story and see some pics.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 10, 2008, 01:29:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 10, 2008, 01:29:00 PM
Still trying to clean up after the big shoot at my place this weekend...packed a little last night and hope to finish by tomorrow night. Won't be long now then Tippit, Whip, and I will be rolling North like three teenagers out fer a joyride. YEEEEEEHAAAAAA!
Chris, we'll take some good pics of Cutter getting bloody for you.
Chris, we'll take some good pics of Cutter getting bloody for you.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 10, 2008, 08:21:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 10, 2008, 08:21:00 PM
Chris, I think "Cutter" gets to ride shotgun to the Quest. Hope we can do her proud for you...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Larry Surtees on June 11, 2008, 12:36:00 AM
Post by: Larry Surtees on June 11, 2008, 12:36:00 AM
Thanks guys for letting "Cutter" have a "front row seat" for Chris. Good luck and have fun! I, too, can't wait to hear the stories and see the pics.
Skyler, one great thing about "Cutter" is it is staying in the Family -- TGMM family!
Skyler, one great thing about "Cutter" is it is staying in the Family -- TGMM family!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: SKYLER W on June 11, 2008, 01:00:00 AM
Post by: SKYLER W on June 11, 2008, 01:00:00 AM
For everyone who don't know who "CUTTER" is....When Bear Quest II returns, we'll start a thread that tells the story of this knife and will follow it's Journey for the next Year. Here's a little teaser for yall...My Son and a good friend, Russell Phillips, built a knife for the St. Judes Auction. Chris Surtees bought the knife and he is Over-Seas serving our Country. He asked Skyler to take care of it and to use it and send him pics, until he returns. Skyler and I decided to send Cutter on a few extra Adventures for Chris....the first of which will be Bear Quest II......DON (http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k209/rickybob_2006/CIMG2025.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: 4runr on June 11, 2008, 06:37:00 AM
Post by: 4runr on June 11, 2008, 06:37:00 AM
This just keeps gettin better and better.
Guys, be careful in Molly's new ride, wouldn't want to get that 4runr trashed on it's maiden voyage :bigsmyl: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Guys, be careful in Molly's new ride, wouldn't want to get that 4runr trashed on it's maiden voyage :bigsmyl: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 11, 2008, 06:54:00 AM
Post by: tippit on June 11, 2008, 06:54:00 AM
Chris, We'll keep Cutter on a "sharp" look out for Ya! Course She may have to split some duty with Beer Blade :bigsmyl: Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 11, 2008, 07:59:00 AM
Post by: Whip on June 11, 2008, 07:59:00 AM
Finished up my packing last night. Normally on a trip I bring a bunch of knives, but this time just packed my Tippit blade. Sounds like there will be plenty of backups! :thumbsup:
Weather forecast for next week - highs between 72 - 80 and overnight lows in the mid 40's. T-Showers on a couple of days, but I think that will work just fine! :cool:
Weather forecast for next week - highs between 72 - 80 and overnight lows in the mid 40's. T-Showers on a couple of days, but I think that will work just fine! :cool:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 11, 2008, 08:38:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 11, 2008, 08:38:00 PM
Whip, Got 2 Sunbears delivered to the clinic today!!! The first group got to try Barry's Paul Schafer Special bow...But second group need not feel left out. Charlie Lamb's Osage T/D Sunbear selfbow from Roger Norris and Whip's new Sunbear longbow will be in Camp II :bigsmyl: I just might be bringing Tilly (my wirehaired Dachshund) up to help with the meager blood trails.
I'm officially on vacation now just finished up a hectic surgery week and I'm now looking forward to giving Bear Anatomy Lessons! Doc
I'm officially on vacation now just finished up a hectic surgery week and I'm now looking forward to giving Bear Anatomy Lessons! Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tyler2045 on June 12, 2008, 02:35:00 AM
Post by: Tyler2045 on June 12, 2008, 02:35:00 AM
Sounds like they have had a good hunt.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BobW on June 12, 2008, 10:26:00 AM
Post by: BobW on June 12, 2008, 10:26:00 AM
Any idea who scored?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on June 12, 2008, 03:27:00 PM
Post by: Kip on June 12, 2008, 03:27:00 PM
Last post till I get back sleeping in Houma tonight son-in-law will bring me to N.O. airport Friday morning.Will see the gang soon and R/R cannot come soon enough.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 12, 2008, 07:31:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 12, 2008, 07:31:00 PM
IIIIIEEEEEEEEE!!! What you say der Kip! We gonna have us a real soiree sauvage, n'est pas?!?? I'm done like da dog dats been on da chain too long...and now da chain, she's done broke loose!
Packed and bags by the door as of last night, sailed out of work today with the heady knowledge that all my loose ends are tied and they will be beggin for my return before the next 11 days is through.
Too bad I won't have a care in the world, cept "will this one offer me a shot?" or "wonder what fly they'll bite?" or "wonder what's for dinner tonight?" Now those are the kind of decisions I want to be making!
I'll have Miss Kim fill ya'll in if we still have coverage in La Tuque. Until then, when you speak of us, speak well of us my friends!
Packed and bags by the door as of last night, sailed out of work today with the heady knowledge that all my loose ends are tied and they will be beggin for my return before the next 11 days is through.
Too bad I won't have a care in the world, cept "will this one offer me a shot?" or "wonder what fly they'll bite?" or "wonder what's for dinner tonight?" Now those are the kind of decisions I want to be making!
I'll have Miss Kim fill ya'll in if we still have coverage in La Tuque. Until then, when you speak of us, speak well of us my friends!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 12, 2008, 07:48:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 12, 2008, 07:48:00 PM
I'm on vacation!! :goldtooth: Work is done, and I'm heading in to stay at an airport hotel tonight for early morning flight in the AM.
With all the flooding around here it might take me until then to find bridges that are passable, but I will get there!
Can't wait to see you fellers - this is going to be good! :cool:
With all the flooding around here it might take me until then to find bridges that are passable, but I will get there!
Can't wait to see you fellers - this is going to be good! :cool:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: sticshooter on June 12, 2008, 07:56:00 PM
Post by: sticshooter on June 12, 2008, 07:56:00 PM
Be safe guys and remember LOTS of pics. Whip make sure you wear your rubber shoes LOL!!! Wow 5 bears pics pics pics.<><<><
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 12, 2008, 07:59:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 12, 2008, 07:59:00 PM
I know Team Tippit has one down! Can't wait to see pictures of the bear & broadhead. Another one was a complete pass through with with Tippit head :D Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: sticshooter on June 12, 2008, 08:43:00 PM
Post by: sticshooter on June 12, 2008, 08:43:00 PM
Enjoy :wavey: I'm so excited for everyone! So looking forward to this,
Whip, you better have your hip boots with you ;)
Jeff, as always your knives and those tips are beautiful, can't wait to see them with their bears! :thumbsup:
Shell (on hubby's login for just a bit, now back to work)
Whip, you better have your hip boots with you ;)
Jeff, as always your knives and those tips are beautiful, can't wait to see them with their bears! :thumbsup:
Shell (on hubby's login for just a bit, now back to work)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: 4runr on June 12, 2008, 10:01:00 PM
Post by: 4runr on June 12, 2008, 10:01:00 PM
Ya'll have a good time!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 15, 2008, 09:34:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on June 15, 2008, 09:34:00 AM
well we're back. What an unbelievable trip. I'll keep this short but our group went 10 for 12 with everyone having opportunities. Tom and his crew were outstanding and everyone had a great time. For those that have never hunted bears like me, this was an incredible experience. Nothing like having bears (multiple) try to climb in the tree with you! The average shot is about 4 yards, with several closer sets. You really get up close and personal on this trip!
Here's a picture to wet your appetite. I know there are tons more pics and stories to come. I took mine with a 68 bear grizzly, bear arrows and bear razorhead.
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip095.jpg)
Here's a picture to wet your appetite. I know there are tons more pics and stories to come. I took mine with a 68 bear grizzly, bear arrows and bear razorhead.
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip095.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BobW on June 15, 2008, 09:39:00 AM
Post by: BobW on June 15, 2008, 09:39:00 AM
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Been waiting to hear, good on you!!!
Been waiting to hear, good on you!!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 15, 2008, 03:43:00 PM
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 15, 2008, 03:43:00 PM
Congrats on the fine bear!!!
Can not wait to hear the rest of the stories.
CS
Can not wait to hear the rest of the stories.
CS
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Randy Morin on June 15, 2008, 03:59:00 PM
Post by: Randy Morin on June 15, 2008, 03:59:00 PM
Man Barry thats a great story about the bow you will be bringing on the trip. This sounds like an awesome hunt. Wish I could have joined this crew...either one. I'm looking forward to the stories.
Tippit...those corded knives are ccccool.
Tippit...those corded knives are ccccool.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 04:43:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 04:43:00 PM
Here are a few landscape pics not too far from camp... If a man wanted to disappear for awhile this is the place!
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1062.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1060.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1063.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1062.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1060.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1063.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: 4runr on June 15, 2008, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: 4runr on June 15, 2008, 05:05:00 PM
Congrats Brent! Nice pics Ron!
Stories men, we need stories!!
Stories men, we need stories!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 05:13:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 05:13:00 PM
Long Story or Short Story??? :smileystooges:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 15, 2008, 05:28:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 15, 2008, 05:28:00 PM
how's this? First bear on my bait. this pic was at 5 paces.
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip071.jpg)
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip071.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: 4runr on June 15, 2008, 06:08:00 PM
Post by: 4runr on June 15, 2008, 06:08:00 PM
Any! :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on June 15, 2008, 06:25:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on June 15, 2008, 06:25:00 PM
I'll see if I can get some pictures up later, my little girls are all over me after being gone so long, I will say it was great being there and meeting some GREAT folks like Ron and Brent, even though Brent did tell me while cleaning my bear that he had a dog that big ! good guys all of them !
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on June 15, 2008, 06:59:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on June 15, 2008, 06:59:00 PM
here are a few pictures (http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k209/hogdancer/quebec08/2008quebec006.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on June 15, 2008, 07:03:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on June 15, 2008, 07:03:00 PM
Here is a picture of Grant Young and his bear, Eric, Big Ron and I helped him recover it, Big Ron and Eric are definantly guys you want to have with you when recovering a bear. Especially when you run out of gas and have to row back to camp.
(http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k209/hogdancer/quebec08/2008quebec015.jpg) (http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k209/hogdancer/quebec08/2008quebec018.jpg)
(http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k209/hogdancer/quebec08/2008quebec015.jpg) (http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k209/hogdancer/quebec08/2008quebec018.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 15, 2008, 07:06:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 15, 2008, 07:06:00 PM
Hey Thomas, I have to apologize for that comment about my dog. It was a late night and I was just joking around. I hope you don't take it personally. Besides, I was wrong, Cooper is only 110 lbs. :smileystooges:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on June 15, 2008, 07:10:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on June 15, 2008, 07:10:00 PM
here is a picture of my bear taken on the last nite. I shot it with a recurve that I made the week before the hunt, my first one, the finish was still wet on it when I packed it, but it worked great.
(http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k209/hogdancer/quebec08/2008quebec0222.jpg)
(http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k209/hogdancer/quebec08/2008quebec0222.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on June 15, 2008, 07:11:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on June 15, 2008, 07:11:00 PM
brent don't even think about apologizing ! no problem at all !
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: John3 on June 15, 2008, 07:31:00 PM
Post by: John3 on June 15, 2008, 07:31:00 PM
Great stories and pics. Thanks for sharing.. I do love to bear hunt.
John III
John III
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 08:04:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 08:04:00 PM
I arrived at Bob's house Friday the 6th around 7:30 AM and we packed my gear in his 4runner and were off. We fueled up and drove to Albany to pick up Hillboy from the airport, then we were on our way to Tom's. At Tom's introductions were in order, a handshake and a cup of coffee. A few stories were told and the ride to the border was about to happen. We crossed the border without incident although Border Bob was fidgeting a bit with a grin on his face.
We arrived in Latuque mid morning and finished up licensing requirements and ate breakfast. It had been a long trip but everyone was excited and anxious to get the ball rolling.
After about 45 minutes of riding up a dirt road dodging logging trucks and canuck traffic we turned onto the road to our camp. As little did I know I was about to meet some of the FINEST gents I have ever had the opportunity to hunt with. Eric, Tom, Lloyd, Allen and Bowdoc really had set the stage for an awesome hunt and all around great time. :readit: more later
We arrived in Latuque mid morning and finished up licensing requirements and ate breakfast. It had been a long trip but everyone was excited and anxious to get the ball rolling.
After about 45 minutes of riding up a dirt road dodging logging trucks and canuck traffic we turned onto the road to our camp. As little did I know I was about to meet some of the FINEST gents I have ever had the opportunity to hunt with. Eric, Tom, Lloyd, Allen and Bowdoc really had set the stage for an awesome hunt and all around great time. :readit: more later
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: swp on June 15, 2008, 08:16:00 PM
Post by: swp on June 15, 2008, 08:16:00 PM
AW! Come on Ron don't Charlie Lamb us! Give us a story. :campfire: :campfire:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 08:29:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 08:29:00 PM
A few guys went out that evening to hunt but several decided to get things unpacked and get rested up after a LONG trip up.
Sunday morning arrived in a blink of an eye and it was time to check stand sites and get a game plan. Things were looking GOOD. My stand was called the Grouper and I parked about 200 yards from my stand and slowly walked up the road looking at fresh moose and bear tracks. As I entered the bush I slowly crept up the trail towards my tree and there was a bear already at the crib. :eek: She noticed something wasnt right but wasnt sure what I was. Here I am squatting down with an arrow nocked wondering how this is going to go down. After about 5 minutes I decided I may be able to take a few pictures. I was getting eat alive by mosquitoes and black flies as I had not turned my thermacell on yet and wasnt comfortable trying to do so now. :banghead:
Sunday morning arrived in a blink of an eye and it was time to check stand sites and get a game plan. Things were looking GOOD. My stand was called the Grouper and I parked about 200 yards from my stand and slowly walked up the road looking at fresh moose and bear tracks. As I entered the bush I slowly crept up the trail towards my tree and there was a bear already at the crib. :eek: She noticed something wasnt right but wasnt sure what I was. Here I am squatting down with an arrow nocked wondering how this is going to go down. After about 5 minutes I decided I may be able to take a few pictures. I was getting eat alive by mosquitoes and black flies as I had not turned my thermacell on yet and wasnt comfortable trying to do so now. :banghead:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: 4runr on June 15, 2008, 08:33:00 PM
Post by: 4runr on June 15, 2008, 08:33:00 PM
Nice pics Tom.
Good start to what I know is going to be a good bunch of readin for awhile, Ron. I was fortunate to have met a bunch of those same folks last year at ETAR, camping with Doc and the gang. Quality folks for sure!
Good start to what I know is going to be a good bunch of readin for awhile, Ron. I was fortunate to have met a bunch of those same folks last year at ETAR, camping with Doc and the gang. Quality folks for sure!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 08:35:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 08:35:00 PM
These pics were taken while my feet were on the ground and the bear was about twenty yards from me.
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1096.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1095.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1096.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1095.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 08:50:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 08:50:00 PM
As I was taking pics and relaxing a bit I heard something behind me. Slowly turning my head and fearing the worst I see a grouse. LOL HHMMMM Eyes back on the bear Boy!!
I am taking a few more pictures of her and watching her through the view screen of my camera when again I hear a noise and look up from the camera to see a cub about 6 yards from me...
I am taking a few more pictures of her and watching her through the view screen of my camera when again I hear a noise and look up from the camera to see a cub about 6 yards from me...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Killdeer on June 15, 2008, 09:00:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on June 15, 2008, 09:00:00 PM
Uh-oh! :scared:
Did you live? :confused:
Did you live? :confused:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 09:14:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 15, 2008, 09:14:00 PM
Talk about pucker factor!!!! Glad I wasnt eating Curvemans chili at the time. I must have jumped a bit in shock at the site of the cub and I still havent figured out which of us was the most surprised., the little fella let out a woof and hauled it back towards momma and out of site they went. Wiping sweat beads off my brow and swatting mosquitoes now I could get in my stand.
I climb up and sit down and get the Thermacell going. WHEW That was a close one. My stand is only about 5 and half feet off the ground and I am begining to re-think this., wondering if I will make it home. LOL
I climb up and sit down and get the Thermacell going. WHEW That was a close one. My stand is only about 5 and half feet off the ground and I am begining to re-think this., wondering if I will make it home. LOL
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: sticshooter on June 16, 2008, 06:13:00 AM
Post by: sticshooter on June 16, 2008, 06:13:00 AM
I just knew NOT to open this thread before WORK! Get stuff guys I'l be back for 2nds tonight.<><
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 16, 2008, 08:09:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on June 16, 2008, 08:09:00 AM
Hey guys-just hit the office. Good to see you all made it home safe,Brent,Thomas, and Ron. I'll get my pictures downloaded and the tale started soon. For everyone who wasn't there, this was an experience too great to tell hastily. Absolutely the best group of hunters and the most ideal surroundings anyone could hope for. Fletcher, Hogdancer, and I hunted the water stands most of the week and it was almost like living a dream. Not a man here I wouldn'y hunt anything with anytime or anywhere. I'll catch up with this as soon as I catch up on my livlihood. Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on June 16, 2008, 08:41:00 AM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on June 16, 2008, 08:41:00 AM
Gee Thomas...that looks an awful lot like a Swamprooter limb.........
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on June 16, 2008, 10:08:00 AM
Post by: hogdancer on June 16, 2008, 10:08:00 AM
Biggie, it's a Swamprooter knock off :confused:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on June 16, 2008, 10:44:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on June 16, 2008, 10:44:00 AM
I'm going to market that chili Ron as "a hidden bear spray that no one will know you have!" :)
I passed on a couple of average to above size bears after I spotted two large bears with pumpkin heads on the Long Trail stand and become determined to take a big kahuna this time. After two more nights of smaller bears that didn't linger, I decide to switch locations.
I thought my Long Trail stand from last year was close to the bait and low. Tommy informed me however that there is: "the closet stand in camp!" available that Bowdoc saw a honker on. He says it is no more than 3 yards away from the shot. ("Man, I saw that set up when we were baiting and you can reach out and stir the bait from that stand!" was one comment, *#!@! that!" was another). :scared: Just to make sure I'd have a heart attack he circled around and stood up twice to look DOWN on my stand!!! :scared: :scared: :scared: I confess that for a moment I truly did not want him to come in but when I came to I pushed back that thought and decided to wait for him to come closer and turn for a shot.
So I have a bear to the left of me just feet away and Godzilla to my right at 10 yards. "Junior" and Godzilla dance around each other a bit before Junior gives a wide birth then Godzilla looks right at me while standing one more time and goes over the hill from which he came then who knows where. After another 15-20 minutes or so I decide to take Junior who is now back in front of me and hopefully get out of there but as I am drawing I confess I had to look over my shoulder (sorry, couldn't help it)! Junior, now even more nervous undoubtedly about being chomped on himself, decides to vacate the premises and goes up a steep hill. I wait until dark and slip out on a bear trail being somehow mindful that I have no idea where Godzilla is. I wait in the dark to get picked up. FUN!!! Next and last night I go back and nothing comes in!
I have to add though that the best part of the whole experience for me was sharing a truly enjoyable camp with a great bunch of guys that I thought I knew already from the Tradgang community! It was quite a pleasure to meet them all in person and get to know them even better!
I passed on a couple of average to above size bears after I spotted two large bears with pumpkin heads on the Long Trail stand and become determined to take a big kahuna this time. After two more nights of smaller bears that didn't linger, I decide to switch locations.
I thought my Long Trail stand from last year was close to the bait and low. Tommy informed me however that there is: "the closet stand in camp!" available that Bowdoc saw a honker on. He says it is no more than 3 yards away from the shot. ("Man, I saw that set up when we were baiting and you can reach out and stir the bait from that stand!" was one comment, *#!@! that!" was another). :scared: Just to make sure I'd have a heart attack he circled around and stood up twice to look DOWN on my stand!!! :scared: :scared: :scared: I confess that for a moment I truly did not want him to come in but when I came to I pushed back that thought and decided to wait for him to come closer and turn for a shot.
So I have a bear to the left of me just feet away and Godzilla to my right at 10 yards. "Junior" and Godzilla dance around each other a bit before Junior gives a wide birth then Godzilla looks right at me while standing one more time and goes over the hill from which he came then who knows where. After another 15-20 minutes or so I decide to take Junior who is now back in front of me and hopefully get out of there but as I am drawing I confess I had to look over my shoulder (sorry, couldn't help it)! Junior, now even more nervous undoubtedly about being chomped on himself, decides to vacate the premises and goes up a steep hill. I wait until dark and slip out on a bear trail being somehow mindful that I have no idea where Godzilla is. I wait in the dark to get picked up. FUN!!! Next and last night I go back and nothing comes in!
I have to add though that the best part of the whole experience for me was sharing a truly enjoyable camp with a great bunch of guys that I thought I knew already from the Tradgang community! It was quite a pleasure to meet them all in person and get to know them even better!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 16, 2008, 10:56:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on June 16, 2008, 10:56:00 AM
Hey Steve, that sounds like a song....
Bear to the left of me
Godzilla to my right
here I am
stuck in the middle with food....
:biglaugh:
Bear to the left of me
Godzilla to my right
here I am
stuck in the middle with food....
:biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on June 16, 2008, 10:57:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on June 16, 2008, 10:57:00 AM
:biglaugh: It was great hunting with you Brent!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on June 16, 2008, 11:10:00 AM
Post by: hogdancer on June 16, 2008, 11:10:00 AM
I have an idea ! let's do it again next year !
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on June 16, 2008, 11:15:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on June 16, 2008, 11:15:00 AM
Hey Tom! Let's all sign up now! :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 16, 2008, 04:33:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on June 16, 2008, 04:33:00 PM
Count me in guys. I started working on re-upping before I left. Biggie, that bow of Thomas's shot great; I shot just about every rightie bow in camp and nothing really impressed me more. His bear post is a pretty good testimonial as to how well it worked too. Brent, Steve, Thomas, Mike, Ron, Border Bob and everybody else who I'll write about later - I already feel homesick for all you guys and can't wait 'til next year's Bearquest III. GBY
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Hood on June 16, 2008, 04:45:00 PM
Post by: Hood on June 16, 2008, 04:45:00 PM
Man! I would love to go on this hunt!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 16, 2008, 05:30:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 16, 2008, 05:30:00 PM
Glad to see everyone made it home ok.Soon as I get my pics downloaded and figure out how to post them here :o I'll have a story to tell.For now I do want to say that anyone in that camp is welcome at my home and camp anytime.What a group of men and what a fantastic hunt. :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 16, 2008, 05:39:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 16, 2008, 05:39:00 PM
After getting comfortable in the tree stand I was wondering if the Sow and Cub thundering off would be the end of the excitement., NOT Within ten minutes the pair were back. The cub walked right to the spot I was kneeling in looking around. The Sow had her nose up in the air but both calmed down and went back to the bait. The Sow took a few steps then turned around and looked up the tree at me.
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1111.jpg)
Notice the limb of my Blackfeather in this pic. She is only 3 yards from the bottom of my tree.
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1099.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1111.jpg)
Notice the limb of my Blackfeather in this pic. She is only 3 yards from the bottom of my tree.
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1099.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 16, 2008, 07:31:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 16, 2008, 07:31:00 PM
She walked around behind my tree and back around to my left and then decides to put her paws on the tree and stand up. Now she puts her nose on my Muck boots and licks the bottom tread. :scared: I am thinking I'll let you you if you let me go. :pray: She gets back down off the tree and feeds awhile and the pair leave. On their way out I hear some teeth popping and see some trees shaking. Bears Fighting!! The pair exits and a new bear comes in. Enough is enough, I am on adrenalin overload. This new bear was by itself and offers me a 3 yard broadside shot and without thinking about anchor, back tension, etc there is now a razorcap tipped 578 grain Arrow Dynamics tucked tightly behind her left front shoulder. The bear went 30 yards and I watched her fall.
I used my Crow Creek Blackfeather longbow for this hunt.
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1131.jpg)
I used my Crow Creek Blackfeather longbow for this hunt.
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1131.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 16, 2008, 08:16:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 16, 2008, 08:16:00 PM
Man Ron, that's a great story and picture but didn't your bear have a white blaze?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 16, 2008, 08:19:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 16, 2008, 08:19:00 PM
Good job Ron. You didn't wast any time giving these people somthing to chew on.Glad ya'll made it ok.So did you make it to work today :dntthnk:Hope your boss don't get on this website lol
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Jack Denbow on June 16, 2008, 08:20:00 PM
Post by: Jack Denbow on June 16, 2008, 08:20:00 PM
Way to go Ron. :clapper:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 16, 2008, 08:27:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 16, 2008, 08:27:00 PM
Brent, The Blaze was on the chest and did not show up in the pic as the forelegs covered it. I had forgotten about that. I should have gotten a pic...
Mike, Bob and I had a rough time staying awake but we made it. I did go to work today. Was dog tired for about the first 3 hours but couldnt waste a vacation day. Gotta save them for a hunt. :readit: Looking forward to hunting with you guys again.
Thanks Jack!
Mike, Bob and I had a rough time staying awake but we made it. I did go to work today. Was dog tired for about the first 3 hours but couldnt waste a vacation day. Gotta save them for a hunt. :readit: Looking forward to hunting with you guys again.
Thanks Jack!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 16, 2008, 08:58:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 16, 2008, 08:58:00 PM
Thomas, I have the 180 of the pic in the boat. LOL
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1166.jpg)
And Grant enjoying his pipe after a succesful bear tracking expedition...
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1157.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1166.jpg)
And Grant enjoying his pipe after a succesful bear tracking expedition...
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1157.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on June 16, 2008, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on June 16, 2008, 09:05:00 PM
that's pretty cool, Thanks Ron.. looking forward to sharing camp with you again sometime !
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: 4runr on June 16, 2008, 09:28:00 PM
Post by: 4runr on June 16, 2008, 09:28:00 PM
Great story Ron, nice bear too!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Greyfox54 on June 16, 2008, 09:40:00 PM
Post by: Greyfox54 on June 16, 2008, 09:40:00 PM
Just getting back from my Grandson's graduation , can't stay long , regrettably Bearquest was unbearable for me . Meaning I didn't get a bear , everything else was top shelf from Bowdoc's cooking and stories to all the really fine men I shared camp with for a week , it just doesn't get any better , I'm ready count me in for next year . Still having dreams about that 3 footed bear , Fred
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: sticshooter on June 16, 2008, 09:40:00 PM
Post by: sticshooter on June 16, 2008, 09:40:00 PM
Congrats Ron. Dude you look so young in that pic. Shell says cuz ya done went and shaved.LOL<><
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on June 16, 2008, 10:14:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on June 16, 2008, 10:14:00 PM
I also wanted to thank everyone involved with this hunt. Bow camps don't get any better than this. The guys all got along great and we had bears around us every day. Unless I'm wrong, I believe everyone in camp had multiple shooting opportunities throughout the week. For those who haven't heard my tale of woe, I saw the biggest bear I've ever seen in my life. Frankly, I didn't know they made them that big in Quebec. Plus, he gave me the most perfect shot I could have asked for. Let's just say he'll still be around for next year and I have a score to settle... so please sign me up with the crew. Thanks guys. It was an honor to hunt with you all. BW
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 16, 2008, 11:07:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on June 16, 2008, 11:07:00 PM
I have to agree with the others that this was a great group, camp and hunt. :campfire: Having never hunted bear before, this was quite an experience. It was a long drive but worth every mile. Here's some pics and then I'm going to bed, lots of sleep to catch up on. :archer:
The Gang
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0465.jpg)
My Bear
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0398.jpg)
Hillboy's Bear
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0427.jpg)
BBassi's Bear
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0443.jpg)
The Gang
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0465.jpg)
My Bear
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0398.jpg)
Hillboy's Bear
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0427.jpg)
BBassi's Bear
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0443.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 17, 2008, 05:34:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on June 17, 2008, 05:34:00 AM
Just so everyone knows, Rick is not a midget. His bear was really that big! Great pics Rick.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on June 17, 2008, 03:41:00 PM
Post by: Biggie Hoffman on June 17, 2008, 03:41:00 PM
Yeah Rick is pretty much a midget,,but it's still a nice bear!!
Good deal Rick! That white blaze is gonna cost ya..full body mount?
Good deal Rick! That white blaze is gonna cost ya..full body mount?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Ray Hammond on June 17, 2008, 04:34:00 PM
Post by: Ray Hammond on June 17, 2008, 04:34:00 PM
Barry, Barry, Barry, Barry....
wait till I tell you what I did last week.
wait till I tell you what I did last week.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 17, 2008, 07:58:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on June 17, 2008, 07:58:00 PM
I'm not a midget, but not a big guy either. My bear weighted 204 lb. He's not gonna cost me a full mount, but I've wanted a rug for a long time and he's gonna make a really nice one. Most all of the bears seen had very nice coats, except for Bowdoc's. I can't tell you how much fun it was to hunt with a TradGang group. Everyone was excited to be there, ready for a great time and pitched in and shared to make it happen for all. Here's the skinning party on Hillboy's bear. Brent cuts meat like a pro.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0452.jpg)
I apologize for my bear's pic coming out bigger than the others. I don't know why, as I sized them all the same. Sure makes him look good, tho. :D
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0452.jpg)
I apologize for my bear's pic coming out bigger than the others. I don't know why, as I sized them all the same. Sure makes him look good, tho. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 17, 2008, 08:36:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 17, 2008, 08:36:00 PM
fletcher's bear got everyone excited,it was a great kill, but then again big Ron drew first blood and sent everyone into a frenzy.Speaking of BigRonhuntalot,and meat cutting lets give credit where credit is do that boy can process some meat also, and chipped in on everyones kill to make things easier.I thought the team work was good all over.I can't say enough about this group it was good all over.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: 4runr on June 17, 2008, 11:02:00 PM
Post by: 4runr on June 17, 2008, 11:02:00 PM
Rick, that is indeed a nice bear. Congrats!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: UK Bowman on June 18, 2008, 06:47:00 AM
Post by: UK Bowman on June 18, 2008, 06:47:00 AM
Good Job guys, sounds like you all had a blast!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 18, 2008, 08:37:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on June 18, 2008, 08:37:00 AM
I have to agree with mike, Ron was a real trooper and knows what he's doing with a knife. I'd hunt with these boys any time!
One quick story I want to share about this trip;
On the way out Saturday we had to check in our bears at the local sporting goods shop. There was a younglady there in front of us checking in her first bear with her father. Well, we ran into this same couple at the border while waiting for customs to check our paperwork. We of course struck up a conversation with them. Seems they hunted with a well known outfitter from the same general area who has been guiding for years. They told us in 5 days of hunting they had each seen 1 bear! Oh, and they were'nt allwed to use thermacells cause the outfitter said it scared the bears..... :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
One quick story I want to share about this trip;
On the way out Saturday we had to check in our bears at the local sporting goods shop. There was a younglady there in front of us checking in her first bear with her father. Well, we ran into this same couple at the border while waiting for customs to check our paperwork. We of course struck up a conversation with them. Seems they hunted with a well known outfitter from the same general area who has been guiding for years. They told us in 5 days of hunting they had each seen 1 bear! Oh, and they were'nt allwed to use thermacells cause the outfitter said it scared the bears..... :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Talondale on June 18, 2008, 09:48:00 AM
Post by: Talondale on June 18, 2008, 09:48:00 AM
BigRon can also cook like nobody's business! Congrats to all you guys. Keep the stories coming.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 18, 2008, 10:30:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on June 18, 2008, 10:30:00 AM
Hello folks, I've been trying to tell this story for three days now but I have been so busy catching up from the time away that I haven't been able to get the uninterrupted time. I'm going to give you all a condensed version of an experience that really deserves a better retelling.
I had never hunted bear before-several of us hadn't- and I didn't have a clue as to how to hunt them. I'm not sure I do now. For those of us who are accustomed to deer and turkey, bear hunting can make a guy feel helpless. Tough to pattern, first they are everywhere and then nowhere. It really is a sort of crapshoot. Rick (Fletcher) Thomas (Hogdancer) and I elected to hunt the "water" stands located near the lake shore. There was something alluring about using a boat to get to your location that I couldn't resist. Rick selected his number one spot first and Thomas and I inspected the other two locations. The stand Hogdancer selected was very active when we arrived,but I felt my choice had real potential (like I would know)and we went back in to try to rest and get ready to hunt. I was beat-I hadn't slept a full shift for a couple of days prior to leaving, we had all driven twelve hours, and then we had set up camp and found our quarters. We were atired bunch.
I showered and decided to sleep but Thomas showed back up after dropping Rick off and I changed my mind and said "give me five minutes." Now folks, there are some things you just don't do, like forget your Thermacell or bug repellent, safety harness, or headnet. I did all that. Greenhorn. I paid the price. Thomas dropped me off and I managed to stay awake enough not to fall out of my stand, and then he headed to the "Moose Tower."
I saw no bears and little else besides the ubiquitous red squirrels. Thomas picked me up around 9:30 PM and reported seeing six bears from his stand. I was beat and bloody but excited about his report. Neither of us had hunted bears or had any experience judging size in the field. He wasn't that excited, explaining that none of them really impressed him and he didn't want to shoot a small bear on the first day. We headed in to supper and bed with high hopes.
Excitement was high in camp and we stayed up a bit late in spite of our exhaustion and Bowdoc woke me around 4:30 as he began the coffee and started to get ready for the day. I think I had slept three hours or so. We spent the day running baits, doing camp chores, shooting a little, and trying to figure out what we were doing. We had lunch around 1 or 2 and headed out-this time with bug dope and Thermacells for me even though I was convinced I had been disfigured for life the evening before. I had the same result as before but at least I wasn't injured or anemic from blood loss as I had been the first night. Thomas picked me up around 9:30 again and this time he was excited. Three bears came in to his bait and two were BIG. After dinner we decided I would film the next evening's hunt, during which he would kill the bear of his choice. I would then hunt this hotspot and kill the other big bear. Great plan, huh? Meanwhile, Big Ron came in with a beautiful bear-jet black, good coat, and a striking white chevron on her chest. Rick reported a hit and had elected to wait until morning to take the trail. We had blood in camp and the overall mood was high.
The next morning, after coffee, Rick went out and brought back his bear. Fletcher is one of these guys that just does things right. He has the right tool for any job we faced, he's thorough and precise, and can get quite a bit done without much todo about it. That's how he took the biggest bear of the week.204 lbs. of bear and he suggested I might sit that stand as he had seen others. Dang! I still hadn't seen a bear.
Hogdancer and I went out that afternoon with bows and camera, fully prepared to take a couple of good bears and make a movie to boot. Didn't happen. A smallish bear that Thomas said had come in early every day made an appearance at 4:40 and had a snack, checked me out in the new stand, and after entertaining us a while, grabbed a chunk of pork fat to go and left the scene. Two hours later, I had dozed off. Something caused me to come to alert and I saw a BIG bear cross behind the crib and check the situation out from a vantage point high right. He melted away and things quited back down. Ya'll-this bear was really nice. He came back around after circling us and hung up about forty yards out- he teased us awhile but no go. For those who haven't hunted bears- they are ghostly quiet. Regardless of size they move more silently than seems possible. They are also quick and fast for an animal whose appearance suggests such clumsiness. Man! Were we learning stuff about bears. We just weren't killing them yet.
Before I left Kentucky, I was told by one of the few people I knew with much bear hunting experience, " Don't pass up a bear on the first day that you would shoot on the last day." Turned out to be true. Thomas's big bears weren't seen again. There was no definitive reason for that either. Hogdancer is a hunter to the bone- he thinks well, prepares thoroughly, and is as impassive as a Sphinx on stand. I'm convinced he is a far better hunter than I, but none of that mattered- the bears just moved on.
I had never hunted bear before-several of us hadn't- and I didn't have a clue as to how to hunt them. I'm not sure I do now. For those of us who are accustomed to deer and turkey, bear hunting can make a guy feel helpless. Tough to pattern, first they are everywhere and then nowhere. It really is a sort of crapshoot. Rick (Fletcher) Thomas (Hogdancer) and I elected to hunt the "water" stands located near the lake shore. There was something alluring about using a boat to get to your location that I couldn't resist. Rick selected his number one spot first and Thomas and I inspected the other two locations. The stand Hogdancer selected was very active when we arrived,but I felt my choice had real potential (like I would know)and we went back in to try to rest and get ready to hunt. I was beat-I hadn't slept a full shift for a couple of days prior to leaving, we had all driven twelve hours, and then we had set up camp and found our quarters. We were atired bunch.
I showered and decided to sleep but Thomas showed back up after dropping Rick off and I changed my mind and said "give me five minutes." Now folks, there are some things you just don't do, like forget your Thermacell or bug repellent, safety harness, or headnet. I did all that. Greenhorn. I paid the price. Thomas dropped me off and I managed to stay awake enough not to fall out of my stand, and then he headed to the "Moose Tower."
I saw no bears and little else besides the ubiquitous red squirrels. Thomas picked me up around 9:30 PM and reported seeing six bears from his stand. I was beat and bloody but excited about his report. Neither of us had hunted bears or had any experience judging size in the field. He wasn't that excited, explaining that none of them really impressed him and he didn't want to shoot a small bear on the first day. We headed in to supper and bed with high hopes.
Excitement was high in camp and we stayed up a bit late in spite of our exhaustion and Bowdoc woke me around 4:30 as he began the coffee and started to get ready for the day. I think I had slept three hours or so. We spent the day running baits, doing camp chores, shooting a little, and trying to figure out what we were doing. We had lunch around 1 or 2 and headed out-this time with bug dope and Thermacells for me even though I was convinced I had been disfigured for life the evening before. I had the same result as before but at least I wasn't injured or anemic from blood loss as I had been the first night. Thomas picked me up around 9:30 again and this time he was excited. Three bears came in to his bait and two were BIG. After dinner we decided I would film the next evening's hunt, during which he would kill the bear of his choice. I would then hunt this hotspot and kill the other big bear. Great plan, huh? Meanwhile, Big Ron came in with a beautiful bear-jet black, good coat, and a striking white chevron on her chest. Rick reported a hit and had elected to wait until morning to take the trail. We had blood in camp and the overall mood was high.
The next morning, after coffee, Rick went out and brought back his bear. Fletcher is one of these guys that just does things right. He has the right tool for any job we faced, he's thorough and precise, and can get quite a bit done without much todo about it. That's how he took the biggest bear of the week.204 lbs. of bear and he suggested I might sit that stand as he had seen others. Dang! I still hadn't seen a bear.
Hogdancer and I went out that afternoon with bows and camera, fully prepared to take a couple of good bears and make a movie to boot. Didn't happen. A smallish bear that Thomas said had come in early every day made an appearance at 4:40 and had a snack, checked me out in the new stand, and after entertaining us a while, grabbed a chunk of pork fat to go and left the scene. Two hours later, I had dozed off. Something caused me to come to alert and I saw a BIG bear cross behind the crib and check the situation out from a vantage point high right. He melted away and things quited back down. Ya'll-this bear was really nice. He came back around after circling us and hung up about forty yards out- he teased us awhile but no go. For those who haven't hunted bears- they are ghostly quiet. Regardless of size they move more silently than seems possible. They are also quick and fast for an animal whose appearance suggests such clumsiness. Man! Were we learning stuff about bears. We just weren't killing them yet.
Before I left Kentucky, I was told by one of the few people I knew with much bear hunting experience, " Don't pass up a bear on the first day that you would shoot on the last day." Turned out to be true. Thomas's big bears weren't seen again. There was no definitive reason for that either. Hogdancer is a hunter to the bone- he thinks well, prepares thoroughly, and is as impassive as a Sphinx on stand. I'm convinced he is a far better hunter than I, but none of that mattered- the bears just moved on.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 18, 2008, 11:15:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on June 18, 2008, 11:15:00 AM
The next day, I was faced with making a decision on where to hunt- four bears had been taken by now and many sighted and I had yet to see a bear except while filming another man's hunt. Rick had seen three bears, including the big boar he shot, from his stand and it had been left alone for two days so I decided to sit it. A thunderstorm blew in after luch and most of us waited it out. Barry Wensel headed out anyway; might say something about his success rate, donchathink? I was dropped off around 3:45 and immediately started a honey burn. The sterno can burns about an hour and I smoked the place up pretty good. Ten minutes or so after the fuel had exhausted itself, the smallish bear Rick had named Boo-Boo circled the perimeter, walked a log in,and went directly to the burn can. Rick had helped set all this up and we had placed the burn where it would position a curious bear for a thirty foot, broadside shot. I didn't take it.He then went over and checked the bait drum- I still didn't shoot. After ten minutes or so, he moved out.
Forty-five minutes later he came back in and I left my bow on the hook. Another storm was rumbling and he didn't stay long this time. Within minutes of him taking off, I began to question my decision. He wasn't a cub. He had a good coat and a good sized head; all the things that I had decided before leaving home would make a shooter. Okay, I thought, if he comes back I'm shooting. I sat through a thirty minute thunderstorm and brooded. This location got more light from the setting sun than the other stands I had sat on had and I was surprised when I looked at my watch and saw that it was 9:05 already. The boat would be here soon. Oh well, at least I had finally had a bear come in and it was only Tuesday- I felt pretty good about things. I stood up and dropped my restraint and caught movement off to my left. He was back. I slowly took my bow off the hook and nocked an arrow by feel. He walked toward the drum as I waited for a break. He looked to his left and I began my draw in anticipation of a broadside shot- all he had to do was take one more step with his right leg to open up the sweet spot. I was at three quarte draw when my bow limb made contact with the bow hanger. I leaned left to complete my draw and the bear suddenly became interested in something in the barrel. He turned his back to me as I stood at full draw thirty feet away. After what seemed like minutes but was really only a few seconds, I sensed he was about to reposition. He backed up and turned to his left. I picked a rib about three back from his elbow and as soon as I felt I could hit his off leg with the shot angle, I guess I shot. I don't remember making a conscious decision to shoot but I remember the yellow and blue fletching and the blue speed nock disappearing through his black coat. He was gone instantly and my arrow was buried in the ground where he had just been. Before I could wonder about the hit, I heard this sound from the direction he had run. AWWWWWW, AWWWWW, AWWWWW, AWWwww...That answered the question about the quality of the hit. I'd never heard a death moan but I knew what it was. All the mixed feelings I always get with a kill came over me, but this time there was a new component-Damn, I tagged out and now I can't do this again tomorrow. We waited 'til morning to drag him out-the rain obliterated any blood trail anyway- and we walked right to him. I believe my boat buddy Thomas saw him first. He hadn't gone far. He was a little bigger than I initially thought-124lbs. Big head and feet and a good Spring coat. I'm going back next year for a big one, now that the first one is out of the way. This was easily the best hunt of my life and would have been even if I hadn't dropped the string. These guys are all serious, competent hunters but more importantly, world class human beings. I feel priviliged to have shared the time with them, one and all, and can't wait for the next trip. Grant
Forty-five minutes later he came back in and I left my bow on the hook. Another storm was rumbling and he didn't stay long this time. Within minutes of him taking off, I began to question my decision. He wasn't a cub. He had a good coat and a good sized head; all the things that I had decided before leaving home would make a shooter. Okay, I thought, if he comes back I'm shooting. I sat through a thirty minute thunderstorm and brooded. This location got more light from the setting sun than the other stands I had sat on had and I was surprised when I looked at my watch and saw that it was 9:05 already. The boat would be here soon. Oh well, at least I had finally had a bear come in and it was only Tuesday- I felt pretty good about things. I stood up and dropped my restraint and caught movement off to my left. He was back. I slowly took my bow off the hook and nocked an arrow by feel. He walked toward the drum as I waited for a break. He looked to his left and I began my draw in anticipation of a broadside shot- all he had to do was take one more step with his right leg to open up the sweet spot. I was at three quarte draw when my bow limb made contact with the bow hanger. I leaned left to complete my draw and the bear suddenly became interested in something in the barrel. He turned his back to me as I stood at full draw thirty feet away. After what seemed like minutes but was really only a few seconds, I sensed he was about to reposition. He backed up and turned to his left. I picked a rib about three back from his elbow and as soon as I felt I could hit his off leg with the shot angle, I guess I shot. I don't remember making a conscious decision to shoot but I remember the yellow and blue fletching and the blue speed nock disappearing through his black coat. He was gone instantly and my arrow was buried in the ground where he had just been. Before I could wonder about the hit, I heard this sound from the direction he had run. AWWWWWW, AWWWWW, AWWWWW, AWWwww...That answered the question about the quality of the hit. I'd never heard a death moan but I knew what it was. All the mixed feelings I always get with a kill came over me, but this time there was a new component-Damn, I tagged out and now I can't do this again tomorrow. We waited 'til morning to drag him out-the rain obliterated any blood trail anyway- and we walked right to him. I believe my boat buddy Thomas saw him first. He hadn't gone far. He was a little bigger than I initially thought-124lbs. Big head and feet and a good Spring coat. I'm going back next year for a big one, now that the first one is out of the way. This was easily the best hunt of my life and would have been even if I hadn't dropped the string. These guys are all serious, competent hunters but more importantly, world class human beings. I feel priviliged to have shared the time with them, one and all, and can't wait for the next trip. Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on June 18, 2008, 12:19:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on June 18, 2008, 12:19:00 PM
Great story Grant, Thanks ! Let's do it again !
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 12:33:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 12:33:00 PM
Reading these stories is GREAT. Almost like re-living it again. Great Stories guys!! :thumbsup: :notworthy:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 18, 2008, 02:30:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on June 18, 2008, 02:30:00 PM
The toughest part of writing about this is that so much of what made the trip so great gets left out. Tom Phillips, Loyd Busch, Eric A., Allen S., and Bowdoc Ward worked like dogs to put this thing together and keep it running. Mike Weatherton and Ron Andrews looked like Hawkeye Pierce and Trapper John from M.A.S.H. in the skinning shed. I saw Allen and Loyd track a bear well over a thousand yards and no doubt they could have continued had the evidence not indicated that the bear was going to Nova Scotia-in a hurry. My son and I have beagles and the next litter we raise is going to have two named Loyd and Allen-I hope they can live up to it. Rick (Fletcher) was available to assist in any chore or to aid anybody still trying to fill a tag. Fred Gimbel hunted long and hard and kept smiling, Bob Walker was always on cue with a wisecrack or encouragement for us newbies, Brent Bassi was quick to lend a hand and along with Fletcher, supplied walleye for the whole crew. Steve Tottingham was there to help Bowdoc and me skin and bone my first bear and it would have been tough without him-I'd never skinned one and Bowdoc has at least five things to do at all times-I'm pretty sure he doesn't sleep. Steve also made a pot of the most volitile chili I've ever sampled-very tasty but loaded with methane. Dave Tice was a pleasure to be around and it was great to see him score in the final stretch.Then of course, Barry Wensel was there to entertain us with recollections of all the people and places, and game species he had encountered throughout his incredible hunting career.Thomas Burns was a pure joy to hunt with- it felt like we were partners as we took the boat across the water just about every day. Every one of these guys is a story unto themselves, like chapters in a book and I should be flogged if I ignore the chance to record it in detail for my own journal. When asked about the hunt when I returned home I found myself talking on and on about the people and the place before I remembered to add, "oh yeah, I got a bear." Thanks guys. Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 18, 2008, 03:03:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 18, 2008, 03:03:00 PM
Well if fletcher is kind enough to post a pic of my bear then I should at least tell a story.I chose to sit saturday night out and try to catch up on some much needed rest.Sunday night coulnd't get there quick enough and on a virgin stand that was seeing a lot of action I passed up 2 bears.I don't know if they just looked small or I was so exausted that my adrenalin level hadn't replenished but whatever the case my kill switch failed to turn on.At camp Ron brought in a beautiful bear and rick had one down so the buzz had started.Monday night a cub and one of the bears from the previous evening came to visit on two seperate occasions the one had a really nice coat and because of inexperiance I was having a hard time judging him so again I let him walk.tuesday night started out a little slow I had my usual friend come in and he own the place and would hardley give me a second look.He would just walk thru my shooting lane real fast while watching me and after seeing I wasn't going to nail him he would commence to gorging himself this was quite comical.Many times the only way I knew a bear was coming in was the sound of there lips smacking and licking there nose trying to smell me.It's unbelievable how quiet these bears are.And the vegitation is so thick you can't see them until they are at the bait.But then I heard a twig snap.My friend vacated to my left immediatly and at 8:30 I hear the god awfulest noise of 2 bears fighting and one wasn't doing so well.It would bawl loudly and it sounded as if both bears were going up and down the tree.I was hoping big pa pa had shown up and since they were exactly between me and the truck not 30 yards out I wanted this fight to break up, me get a killing shot on big boy and we would all go home happy.Don't think so !["[dntthnk]"]("graemlins/dntthnk.gif" "\"\"")
As daylight dwindled I had to make a decision.I didn't really want to break a fight up but I really wanted back in the truck.Breaking a fight up of 2 bears in the dark wasn't very appealing so with about 5 minutes left of light I headed down making as much noise as possible.finally I seen one bear leave and without looking I made a bee line for the truck :scared:Dang was I glad to be in the truck I think I even lock the doors.By wednesday night and a few bears on the ground my string fingers were getting a little itchy.I went to my stand about 5pm and at 5:40 I hear the sound of lips smacking.A nice sow and a large cub made multiple circles for over an hour.She just wouldn't come in and was quite aggrevated that I ruined her dinner plans.She finally let me be.At about 7:15 I spotted movement to my right and it appeared to be a large bear slightly smaller then the one I had just seen but a shooter in my eyes.This bear cirled for at least 45min trying to wind me.Finally it came in quickly with one eye on me and took apiece of bait.No shot.20 minuts later it done the same trick offering no shot.It actually took time to run a bear off that I never seen and then returned.This bear popped it's teeth at me,woofed at me and showed of it's strenth by breaking a log in front of me but behind the crib as she tried to enter the crib from behind.Her intimidation only pissed me off and I kept hoping for a shot mumbling under my breath somthing about cramming a carbon shaft thru her chest.finally after about 40minuts it had to come around and stick its head a little farther in the barrel I began pulling on the string and was in disbelieve when I came to full draw and her front leg moved up just right.All I remember was picking a spot feeling my anchor hit and watching in slow motion as my arrow hit the very mark I had picked. The fletching sunk thru the chest and blood streamed out of the mark as my fletching disapeared.WoW!! I have never seen a shot so clearly.She ran about 20 yards crashing every step and gave the most groosom death cry you could imagine that went on and on and sounded like somebody.After the rush settled I went straight to camp.It was a great evening Erick had also nailed one and our party of 5 retrieved both bears in the dark.What an experiance!Oh and for the bear that I turned down because I second guessed his size evrey day.Dave killed him the last night.Darn thing weighed more then the one I took.Guess Dave showed a little more wisdom than I.And I got a pic of both bears. :D
As daylight dwindled I had to make a decision.I didn't really want to break a fight up but I really wanted back in the truck.Breaking a fight up of 2 bears in the dark wasn't very appealing so with about 5 minutes left of light I headed down making as much noise as possible.finally I seen one bear leave and without looking I made a bee line for the truck :scared:Dang was I glad to be in the truck I think I even lock the doors.By wednesday night and a few bears on the ground my string fingers were getting a little itchy.I went to my stand about 5pm and at 5:40 I hear the sound of lips smacking.A nice sow and a large cub made multiple circles for over an hour.She just wouldn't come in and was quite aggrevated that I ruined her dinner plans.She finally let me be.At about 7:15 I spotted movement to my right and it appeared to be a large bear slightly smaller then the one I had just seen but a shooter in my eyes.This bear cirled for at least 45min trying to wind me.Finally it came in quickly with one eye on me and took apiece of bait.No shot.20 minuts later it done the same trick offering no shot.It actually took time to run a bear off that I never seen and then returned.This bear popped it's teeth at me,woofed at me and showed of it's strenth by breaking a log in front of me but behind the crib as she tried to enter the crib from behind.Her intimidation only pissed me off and I kept hoping for a shot mumbling under my breath somthing about cramming a carbon shaft thru her chest.finally after about 40minuts it had to come around and stick its head a little farther in the barrel I began pulling on the string and was in disbelieve when I came to full draw and her front leg moved up just right.All I remember was picking a spot feeling my anchor hit and watching in slow motion as my arrow hit the very mark I had picked. The fletching sunk thru the chest and blood streamed out of the mark as my fletching disapeared.WoW!! I have never seen a shot so clearly.She ran about 20 yards crashing every step and gave the most groosom death cry you could imagine that went on and on and sounded like somebody.After the rush settled I went straight to camp.It was a great evening Erick had also nailed one and our party of 5 retrieved both bears in the dark.What an experiance!Oh and for the bear that I turned down because I second guessed his size evrey day.Dave killed him the last night.Darn thing weighed more then the one I took.Guess Dave showed a little more wisdom than I.And I got a pic of both bears. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 18, 2008, 03:59:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 18, 2008, 03:59:00 PM
Mike, the only thing better than reading that over again was remembering you tell it with the Arky draw. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 04:30:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 04:30:00 PM
Here are a few more pics of our adventure...
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1192.jpg)
Dave Tice and his bear.
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1196.jpg)
Grant's Bear on the boat ride back to camp...
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1165.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1192.jpg)
Dave Tice and his bear.
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1196.jpg)
Grant's Bear on the boat ride back to camp...
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1165.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: joe skipp on June 18, 2008, 04:54:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on June 18, 2008, 04:54:00 PM
Great stories guys...keep em coming! :thumbsup: :eek:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 18, 2008, 04:59:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on June 18, 2008, 04:59:00 PM
Great pictures Ron. Don't forget to send me your file. I'm trying to get mine set up for sending out now. I think you got better pics of my bear than I did,lol. Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 05:13:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 05:13:00 PM
Grant, I sent it a little while ago. Let me know if it came through O.K.
Ron
Ron
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 18, 2008, 05:38:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on June 18, 2008, 05:38:00 PM
I got the message but the photobucket account its in is password protected Ron. I replied to your effeort at the address on the message. Thanks Pardner
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 05:54:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 05:54:00 PM
Here is a pic of me and my bud bowdoc.
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1074.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1074.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 18, 2008, 06:36:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 18, 2008, 06:36:00 PM
If you will take notice!Everyone took time out to take pics of others kill.Rick and Grant has better pics of my bear then I do.That's just how this camp was.I think they were as excited as I was.I'm already home sick for camp. :campfire:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 06:45:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 06:45:00 PM
Here is one of the higher stands I saw... LOL
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1188.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1188.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 06:50:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 06:50:00 PM
Here is a pic of a special bear and I'll let the shooter talk about this one...
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1146.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1146.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 07:09:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 18, 2008, 07:09:00 PM
Some Moose Tracks...
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1075.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1075.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 19, 2008, 06:44:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 19, 2008, 06:44:00 PM
Hey all, has anyone heard from group 2? Part of me is wondering how they are doing, the other part of me want to know who fell for the plunger joke....
:biglaugh:
:biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: SKYLER W on June 19, 2008, 07:04:00 PM
Post by: SKYLER W on June 19, 2008, 07:04:00 PM
Great stories and pics guys. What about that left handed Sheep Eater that caught my eye?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 19, 2008, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 19, 2008, 07:08:00 PM
You'll have to wait for that story here in a week or so Skyler... Trust me it will be worth it!
Brent, LOL That was a good one, wonder who the victim was this time??
Brent, LOL That was a good one, wonder who the victim was this time??
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 19, 2008, 07:24:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 19, 2008, 07:24:00 PM
Hey, does anyone have the GPS coordinates for camp? I wanted to see if I could find it on Google earth. PM if you have it.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Miss Kim on June 20, 2008, 08:43:00 AM
Post by: Miss Kim on June 20, 2008, 08:43:00 AM
We got JC one of those Spot's from Cabelas for fathers day just in time for this trip. Here is one of the "OK" messages I got from him. You can copy the link and use it to see the location. It is pretty cool. It also has a tab where you can see a topo map!
Hope this helps.....
SPOT Check OK.
ESN:0-7380381
Latitude:47.8764
Longitude:-73.0156
Nearest Location: La Croche, Canada
Distance: 37 km(s)
Time:06/16/2008 21:58:55 (US/Eastern)
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=47.8764,-73.0156&ie=UTF8&z=12&om=1
I have not heard from JC....thought they would have run out of beverages or wanted a $30 pizza by now! :wavey:
Hope this helps.....
SPOT Check OK.
ESN:0-7380381
Latitude:47.8764
Longitude:-73.0156
Nearest Location: La Croche, Canada
Distance: 37 km(s)
Time:06/16/2008 21:58:55 (US/Eastern)
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=47.8764,-73.0156&ie=UTF8&z=12&om=1
I have not heard from JC....thought they would have run out of beverages or wanted a $30 pizza by now! :wavey:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 20, 2008, 08:42:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 20, 2008, 08:42:00 PM
Thank you Miss Kim! You know, I forgot to ask JC where the cookies for week one were when we saw him in LaTuque. He was so excited he was jumping around like a kid waiting for his first roller coaster ride. Either that or it had been a really long ride and he needed to find a bathroom. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 20, 2008, 09:46:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on June 20, 2008, 09:46:00 PM
Here's some camp life photos from week 1.
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(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0439.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0412.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0411.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0460.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 20, 2008, 10:52:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on June 20, 2008, 10:52:00 PM
Like the others have said, this was a great group to hunt and "camp" with and the Bear Quest Team had done a great job of getting things ready for us. We all arrived as excited as we were tired from the all night drive. There was some socializing and gear readying and unpacking going on and pretty quick it was time to check the baits. Fred and I took off with Lloyd in the green boat and went to the Raptor and Blowdown stands. Both had been hit, but Raptor looked the best. We freshened the baits and returned to camp to finish unpacking and get some rest. As hunt time approached, most decided to stay in camp and rest up, but after waiting all these years, I couldn't not go. I figured I could at least get my stand set up with a hanger and video mount for the next day's hunt. Thomas "Hogdancer" Burns ran me out to the landing spot and I climbed up the hill to the Raptor stand, got things set up and settled in. It was tough to keep from nodding off until about 5:30 when I saw something black moving toward me thru the brush. All of a sudden, I was AWAKE! My first ever sit on a bear stand and I have a bear in already! He slipped in cautiously, grabbed a piece of meat and headed back up the hill with his prize. I can't tell you how alive I felt. He didn't seem big, but had a nice round head and a beautiful coat. I named him "Boo Boo". He returned a little while later for another grab and run, this time getting a big piece. Before long, I see another bear coming in. This one seemed bigger and went for the sweets. It laid there with it's head in the bucket for several minutes, when I see Boo Boo coming back down the hill again. The bigger bear got up from the barrel and started to leave before seeing Boo Boo up the hill. Both froze for a moment, then the bigger bear started woofing and chased poor Boo Boo crashing up the hill. I could hear them carrying on for a few minutes before it all quieted down again. Another bigger bear came down, but circled around to the west about 30 yards out and never came in. Some time later Boo Boo returned, this time slowly circling around behind me before finally coming in, right under the stand. He headed up to the bait, grabbed another hunk of the meat and left going up the hill. I sat a bit longer, but it was starting to get dark and after four plus hours, I figured I couldn't handle any more excitement without wetting my pants so I climbed down and quietly made my way back down to the lake and waited for Thomas to pick me up. It seemed late when I finally heard a boat getting closer, but it wasn't coming from camp. A quick flash from my light brought an answer from the boat and they headed my way. As it turned out, neither Thomas nor Grant could sit in camp either and had headed out to their chosen stands. We headed back in, very tired and very excited. I slept great that night.
I'll try to figure out how to get some video of Boo Boo and the chase posted up here. Rick
I'll try to figure out how to get some video of Boo Boo and the chase posted up here. Rick
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 21, 2008, 12:05:00 AM
Post by: Fletcher on June 21, 2008, 12:05:00 AM
Here's a few more pics from week 1.
"Border Bob" Walker, dressed to kill.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0441.jpg)
Thomas "Hogdancer" Burns heading out from the Cove Stand
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0453.jpg)
Allen and Brent at the Moose Path
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0409.jpg)
Sunset over Reservoir Blanc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0446.jpg)
"Border Bob" Walker, dressed to kill.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0441.jpg)
Thomas "Hogdancer" Burns heading out from the Cove Stand
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0453.jpg)
Allen and Brent at the Moose Path
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0409.jpg)
Sunset over Reservoir Blanc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0446.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tique on June 21, 2008, 07:58:00 AM
Post by: Tique on June 21, 2008, 07:58:00 AM
Great pics and stories so far. As everyone has pointed out this was one fantatic hunt! Everything was A+: plenty of bears, great food, nice camp and a great group of guys to hunt with. If you want to get up close and personal with bears this is the hunt for you. Tom and his crew did a heck of a job to make sure everyone had a great time. You can't imagine the amount of work they do before and during the hunt to make it a success.
I sat the Glove stand for 6 days; saw bears every day except one. Last Friday Eric and I were out checking baits and the Black Label stand was cleaned out. Eric suggested I talk to Tom about moving to the Black Label for my
last hunt. This was the stand that Mike took his
bear from plus he had seen several others. My bear appeared about 6:45. Appeared is the right word because that's what these bears do; they do not make any noise, they just appear out of the timber. I watched this bear for 15 or 20 minutes before he offered a broadside shoot. I kept telling myself to pick a spot and all of a sudden my arrow hit the mark. He crashed off but I could tell he did not go far; when I heard the death moan I knew it was over. He's a fine bear, (thanks Big Ron for posting his picture) a little BIGGER than Mikes, of course he had a couple extra days to bulk up on donuts after Mike let him go. Thanks to everyone involved with this hunt, I had a great time!
I sat the Glove stand for 6 days; saw bears every day except one. Last Friday Eric and I were out checking baits and the Black Label stand was cleaned out. Eric suggested I talk to Tom about moving to the Black Label for my
last hunt. This was the stand that Mike took his
bear from plus he had seen several others. My bear appeared about 6:45. Appeared is the right word because that's what these bears do; they do not make any noise, they just appear out of the timber. I watched this bear for 15 or 20 minutes before he offered a broadside shoot. I kept telling myself to pick a spot and all of a sudden my arrow hit the mark. He crashed off but I could tell he did not go far; when I heard the death moan I knew it was over. He's a fine bear, (thanks Big Ron for posting his picture) a little BIGGER than Mikes, of course he had a couple extra days to bulk up on donuts after Mike let him go. Thanks to everyone involved with this hunt, I had a great time!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 21, 2008, 11:11:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on June 21, 2008, 11:11:00 AM
Group two is probably checking bears as of now.Should have phone service in a couple of hours.I can't wait to see how they done and how the the big bear contest ended up.I left my old man mask with Tom.Maby he has a story or two to tell. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 21, 2008, 03:05:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 21, 2008, 03:05:00 PM
Anyone hear from them yet? I'm sure Fletcher is wondering if he has a new bow and knife on the way. :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: nyhunter73 on June 22, 2008, 12:08:00 AM
Post by: nyhunter73 on June 22, 2008, 12:08:00 AM
Just wanted to let everyone know that week 2 went 7 out of 10 with every one having plenty of action. I was too picky and did not let an arrow fly but was just as happy seeing others bring them back to camp. The biggest bear of week 2 was 249#. You will have to wait for them to find out more. Good night
Allen
Allen
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on June 22, 2008, 09:13:00 AM
Post by: Barry Wensel on June 22, 2008, 09:13:00 AM
Allen: You're a good man posting this after midnight after your long trip home. I think I checked until midnight anxiously waiting to hear how the guys did. Looking forward to the stories now. Good deal. Thanks. bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 22, 2008, 09:33:00 AM
Post by: Fletcher on June 22, 2008, 09:33:00 AM
Congratulations to the Week 2 Gang!! :clapper: I'm looking forward to the stories and pics. I'm not surprised or disappointed that someone shot a bigger bear than mine. We all know there are some BIG ones up there. :eek: I'm still amazed that mine held the spot for week one.
Thanks for the post, Allen. Go catch up on your sleep.
Thanks for the post, Allen. Go catch up on your sleep.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 22, 2008, 10:14:00 AM
Post by: Whip on June 22, 2008, 10:14:00 AM
JC and I are spent the night at Tippit's and haven't even had a chance to catch up on week one yet. We will be heading home today and promise stories to follow.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 22, 2008, 06:56:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 22, 2008, 06:56:00 PM
I just returned home from dropping BOWDOC off in HARTFORD,CT airport :-) We arrived at my house about 10:00 PM last night.
What a great time !!! 26 hunters 19 Bears harvested................will be back soon with more details.I stil have ALOT of gear to put away and notes to go through.I hope everyone made it home safe & sound from BOTH hunts.
BY the Way:
I have dates set for BEAR QUEST III 2009' :-)
What a great time !!! 26 hunters 19 Bears harvested................will be back soon with more details.I stil have ALOT of gear to put away and notes to go through.I hope everyone made it home safe & sound from BOTH hunts.
BY the Way:
I have dates set for BEAR QUEST III 2009' :-)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 22, 2008, 07:15:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 22, 2008, 07:15:00 PM
Glad you made it ok Tom.W'ell be waiting for all the goodies. :coffee:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 22, 2008, 07:23:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 22, 2008, 07:23:00 PM
Doc at the office with several trainees (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v488/Shortbldtr/IMG_0027.jpg)
Notice the beverage opener on Doc's knife :)
Notice the beverage opener on Doc's knife :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Ray Hammond on June 22, 2008, 07:55:00 PM
Post by: Ray Hammond on June 22, 2008, 07:55:00 PM
was THE DELI an active bait this year? That was wehre I took my bear last year....very cool spot.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 22, 2008, 08:11:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 22, 2008, 08:11:00 PM
JC, Whip, and I got home last night around 9:30. We were still too pumped to hit the sack til after midnight! I just had a great time with everyone. Tom, Eric, Roy Boy, and Allen did a superb job plus everyone pitched in with baiting, tracking, and even acting as kitchen help for Bowdoc :scared:
I'll get things settled here but I am proud of Team Tippit...100% success for all who dropped a string with a Tippit Terminator plus a double lunger on a steel pipe :bigsmyl: Doc
I'll get things settled here but I am proud of Team Tippit...100% success for all who dropped a string with a Tippit Terminator plus a double lunger on a steel pipe :bigsmyl: Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 23, 2008, 08:28:00 AM
Post by: PV on June 23, 2008, 08:28:00 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v488/Shortbldtr/IMG_0009.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 23, 2008, 08:54:00 AM
Post by: PV on June 23, 2008, 08:54:00 AM
Jay,Steve and I got in at 10 pm Sat. Got a few hours sleep and Steve and I headed out at 6am for a 3D shoot where he promptly showed us yankee boys that Wisconsin guys CAN shoot.Jay left for VA early and got home around 5pm on Sunday.
The bear above is the largest of the trip and not my story to tell. Hope to hear from the hunter soon.
I've been in quite a few bear camps and this one is as good as it gets.I'd like to thank all that were there for a great time and hope to see you all soon!
The bear above is the largest of the trip and not my story to tell. Hope to hear from the hunter soon.
I've been in quite a few bear camps and this one is as good as it gets.I'd like to thank all that were there for a great time and hope to see you all soon!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 10:32:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 10:32:00 AM
I made it home around 4:30 am this morning (monday)do to bad weather but I made it..Yahooooooo,what a great time and by far the best hunt I have ever been on.I wanted to thank each and everyone of you guy's for everything.Soon as I can get this hi-speed cable and my phone working I will catch up with everyone.Hope everybody made it home safe and sound....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 23, 2008, 10:45:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on June 23, 2008, 10:45:00 AM
Its great to hear week II was productive, guys. I can't wait to hear the stories. I think all of us would agree that Tom and the Bearquest Crew did an incredible job- all that preparation and two weeks of almost constant work and hustle. Already can't wait for next year's BearquestIII.Bowdoc, have you slept at all yet? Glad you made it home safe, we'll talk when you have recovered. Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 01:13:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 01:13:00 PM
:campfire: :coffee: Waiting to hear some stories guys...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 23, 2008, 01:30:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 23, 2008, 01:30:00 PM
BigRON,
Will have some updates SOON !! Stand By.
Master-Baiter
Will have some updates SOON !! Stand By.
Master-Baiter
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 23, 2008, 01:44:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 23, 2008, 01:44:00 PM
Hold on! I need to make a run for budlite pretzels and pop corn.I been waitin a hole week fer this. :campfire:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on June 23, 2008, 01:47:00 PM
Post by: RRock on June 23, 2008, 01:47:00 PM
First off, need to thank Tom P. and his crew for an OUTSTANDING experience. Need to thank Tippet (Jeff Springer) and PV (Paul Van Vaerenewyck) for their generous offerings of the knife and bow. I could not ask for a better group of guys to share a camp with, I believe each and everyone had a genuine interest on the other guys experience in the stand that evening, they shared your happiness and otherwise. It was an honor to have met you all and maybe we can share a camp together again. Tried to describe Bowdoc to my wife and realized there is no explaination, you just have to experience the dude. Again, thanks all.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 02:16:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 02:16:00 PM
Well Big Ron the first story I would like to post is.I had the new TB magizine waiting when I got home and some great info as always.Kind of funny too how in Que'bec on live game the single bevel broadhead did not I repete did not work any better or any worse then any other broadhead.The bottom line is shot placement...There is no magic bullet or arrow if you will.Pratice pratice pratice.The tests scores are in and shot placement wins again.Sorry Doc but I for one ai'nt buying into it........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 02:33:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 02:33:00 PM
Fred sorry to say old 3 leggs is no more.I will let the bowman whom did the deed tell his story.....Needless to say also old 3 leggs won the door prizes and cash too.He was a slammer as you mentioned.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 02:36:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 02:36:00 PM
LOL... Don, I know Exactly what your talking about. :bigsmyl: Hoping we can share a camp again soon! Glad you guys made it home safely.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 23, 2008, 02:36:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 23, 2008, 02:36:00 PM
Matt, I tried to describe Bowdoc to my wife last night too and like you couldn't come up with a way to come close to helping her understand. Like you said - you just have to experience him, and I sure hope to get another chance! Whoooeeee!!
Catching up at work, chores, and the wife. Have to download pics, etc, but I will be back as soon as I can. Hope some others can fill in the blanks in the meantime.
Right up front though I need to thank again Tom, Eric, Allen, Lloyd, and Bowdoc for making this the best bear camp I've ever had the pleasure of being in. Outstanding!!
Catching up at work, chores, and the wife. Have to download pics, etc, but I will be back as soon as I can. Hope some others can fill in the blanks in the meantime.
Right up front though I need to thank again Tom, Eric, Allen, Lloyd, and Bowdoc for making this the best bear camp I've ever had the pleasure of being in. Outstanding!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 23, 2008, 03:00:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 23, 2008, 03:00:00 PM
Three legs is dead? and your sorry? I bet Fred isn't. :D
Whip, you fell for the plunger joke didn't you! :biglaugh:
Whip, you fell for the plunger joke didn't you! :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 03:03:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 03:03:00 PM
You boy's are way to kind to me,and if your wife's ever what to experience meeting me in person.Please keep me posted the next time your out of town.That was the crem del la crem of hunting.From stoneheads and self bows to carbon with foam core what ya ma call it's.Thomas's home made bow worked super good and was one of the best I,ve seen is some years..The oldest and the newest....Ya gotta love it..Whats really weird is they all worked just fine too...I also would like to personaly thank everyone for helping out with bear dressing draging dishes cooking and keeping things to run smooth.You guy's are the best of the best and should all give yourself a big pat on the back...Thank you all....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on June 23, 2008, 03:35:00 PM
Post by: hogdancer on June 23, 2008, 03:35:00 PM
Thanks to you Bowdoc for taking care of us and for those late evening meals when we were so hungry we would eat anything. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Bob Walker on June 23, 2008, 03:45:00 PM
Post by: Bob Walker on June 23, 2008, 03:45:00 PM
Bowdoc,
I don't mean to disagree with you but.....don't you agree that my bear would have died much deader if I'd had them little feathers and turbulators on the shafts???
I don't mean to disagree with you but.....don't you agree that my bear would have died much deader if I'd had them little feathers and turbulators on the shafts???
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Miss Kim on June 23, 2008, 03:52:00 PM
Post by: Miss Kim on June 23, 2008, 03:52:00 PM
JC will post on here tomorrow...he hopes! We are having a family day...been out to lunch and to the movies. Now on to Connor's All-Star game tonight. We pray he wins so we don't have to do a double header! :rolleyes:
I have heard many a story and it sounds to me like a great time was had by all. Glad to hear that everyone is home safe and sound....I think everyone is back....Is that correct?
Bowdoc, JC speaks highly of you and after hearing the stories and seeing the pictures, I can just imagine what a hoot you are to be around. One giant party with constant entertainment! :wavey:
I have heard many a story and it sounds to me like a great time was had by all. Glad to hear that everyone is home safe and sound....I think everyone is back....Is that correct?
Bowdoc, JC speaks highly of you and after hearing the stories and seeing the pictures, I can just imagine what a hoot you are to be around. One giant party with constant entertainment! :wavey:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Miss Kim on June 23, 2008, 03:54:00 PM
Post by: Miss Kim on June 23, 2008, 03:54:00 PM
By the way, when I asked JC about the plunger joke all he could say was "it was horrible."
It seems that he has blocked it out....
It seems that he has blocked it out....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 03:59:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 03:59:00 PM
Darn it south of the border Bob your right I forgot about that.Well next year I'am going for the team Tippet spear with one straight fletch only...Thomas my friend you broke the code to bowdoc's cooking.Make them wait long enough and they will eat anything.bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 23, 2008, 04:05:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on June 23, 2008, 04:05:00 PM
Border Bob, I have been meaning to contact you and ask for some help in upgrading the killing potential of my rig. I very much enjoyed your discussions regarding the addition of turbulators and the reduction of "drag" from the use of very small fletching. I'm still unclear as to exactly where the pinstripe should be located for optimum results but I've decided that thirty-five yards is entirely too far for a shot critter to trave. I'll be in Tejas the second week of the PIG GIG and was hoping you could bring an example and shed a bit more light on the issue for me since I'm sure you've already made those alterations to your own setup. It was great sharing camp with you and I'm still trying to get all my photos compressed to send you all. Miss Kim- Bowdoc is the greatest of his kind. However, there is only one of them and that's a mixed blessing. GBY
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 23, 2008, 04:13:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 23, 2008, 04:13:00 PM
First things first....Tom, a sincere thank you the opportunity to be part of this camp. I don't think there could be a finer camp anywhere! Tom, Allen, Lloyd and Eric, all of your hard work is most sincerely appreciated. Bowdoc, you are an incredible cook and an outstanding fellow. For all those who have not met Don, he is tough to describe but the experience of getting to know him is a pleasure. I believe Don has to be the most sincere and genuine person I have ever met. Thank you Don! To all the guys in camp, I could not have asked for a better group of guys to spend a week with. I am very thankful to meet and share some memories with each and every one of you. If you are ever passing through VA, drop me a line as you are always welcome here. I cannot say enough about what an outstanding experience this was!
I got back to VA yesterday evening and I am still trying to get settled. I hope to start uploading pics tonight and will post more soon. Again, thanks to everyone for the great trip. Stay tuned as I am sure stories will follow. Unfortunately, I forgot to take my camera on my most exciting evening. Then again, I'm not to sure it would focus that close anyway...
-Jay
I got back to VA yesterday evening and I am still trying to get settled. I hope to start uploading pics tonight and will post more soon. Again, thanks to everyone for the great trip. Stay tuned as I am sure stories will follow. Unfortunately, I forgot to take my camera on my most exciting evening. Then again, I'm not to sure it would focus that close anyway...
-Jay
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 04:16:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 04:16:00 PM
Oh yes Miss Kim it is horrible and they all seem to block it from thier menory after leaveing camp...I never tell it in mixed company or when childern are around.It's not funny at all,but they all laugh.The person who answers laughs the hardest..bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 23, 2008, 04:35:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on June 23, 2008, 04:35:00 PM
Bowdoc- as a victim of the joke I can vouch that laughing is really the only choice a fella has since "un-ringing the bell" is out of the question. Its awful; I'm still trying to deal with it. GY
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 04:51:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 23, 2008, 04:51:00 PM
We better get off the plunger joke as I am still laughing myself and need to consentrate on some new one's for next year....The Canadian game and wildlife agents whom nabbed me also called my house today to thank me for the service I provided to them while in the bush........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 05:02:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 05:02:00 PM
:rolleyes: :biglaugh: You didnt tell anyone what your new nickname was DID You??
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 23, 2008, 07:49:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 23, 2008, 07:49:00 PM
Hey boys, lay off the turbulator joke too. I don't want to see this get pulled before everyone has their chance to post. (although, nevermind. LOL)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Shaun on June 23, 2008, 07:53:00 PM
Post by: Shaun on June 23, 2008, 07:53:00 PM
OK, its after work... what are you guys doing? eating supper! that's lame. let's see some pictures and read some stories.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 08:31:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 08:31:00 PM
Not So Patiently Waiting!! Where are you guys at? ;) You can get all the sleep you need when your dead. :readit: We Need Stories!!! LOL
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 23, 2008, 09:08:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 23, 2008, 09:08:00 PM
I'll get this one started on Bowdoc's statement of No Noticeable Difference with the Asby style single bevel Grizzly :)
Tippit Enterprise assembled an awesome array of bowhunters for the Company's first R&D testing team of Tippit Terminators. Pictured below...Allen, Tippit, Eric, Tom, and Paul!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08086.jpg)
Three of us dropped the string on bears with 100% success! Tom used the new Hope bow and I believe it was the first blood drawn my her. Eric and I used selfbows to send the terminators on their deadly way. I got to use Eric's beautiful red & black hickory bow. More stories and pictures on those later.
Paul joined the team late and didn't get an opportunity to use his Terminator but has promised some fall critters to be added to the data bank.
Allen as it turns out has been promoted to the Head of the R&D department for his innovative way of torture testing the Single Bevel Grizzly style Terminator. Seems Allen wasn't content to to just practice on one of the foam bear targets...he wanted to see bone crushing penetration. So he took deadly aim on the the steel pipe in the front leg of the McKenzie bear. He must be part Superman to have been able to see that pipe section in the target...double lung shot on the steel pipe :saywhat: Allen knew what he was doing as that Terminator came out perfect...no bends or chips. Just touched up the edge (single bevel) with a file and off huntin' my new Dept Chief went :notworthy:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08049.jpg)
So Bowdoc, I believe Allen unequivocally proved the superiority of the penetration of the single bevel :goldtooth: Doc
Tippit Enterprise assembled an awesome array of bowhunters for the Company's first R&D testing team of Tippit Terminators. Pictured below...Allen, Tippit, Eric, Tom, and Paul!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08086.jpg)
Three of us dropped the string on bears with 100% success! Tom used the new Hope bow and I believe it was the first blood drawn my her. Eric and I used selfbows to send the terminators on their deadly way. I got to use Eric's beautiful red & black hickory bow. More stories and pictures on those later.
Paul joined the team late and didn't get an opportunity to use his Terminator but has promised some fall critters to be added to the data bank.
Allen as it turns out has been promoted to the Head of the R&D department for his innovative way of torture testing the Single Bevel Grizzly style Terminator. Seems Allen wasn't content to to just practice on one of the foam bear targets...he wanted to see bone crushing penetration. So he took deadly aim on the the steel pipe in the front leg of the McKenzie bear. He must be part Superman to have been able to see that pipe section in the target...double lung shot on the steel pipe :saywhat: Allen knew what he was doing as that Terminator came out perfect...no bends or chips. Just touched up the edge (single bevel) with a file and off huntin' my new Dept Chief went :notworthy:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08049.jpg)
So Bowdoc, I believe Allen unequivocally proved the superiority of the penetration of the single bevel :goldtooth: Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 09:24:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 09:24:00 PM
Hmmmmm. Doc, I Sent a 200 grain Razorcap through both lungs and out of the lower brisket and shattered the offside leg bone WITHOUT a single bevel and watched her fall in 30 yards. Still waiting for a superior test! LOL :bigsmyl:
But until I test your head I won't know for sure...
But until I test your head I won't know for sure...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 23, 2008, 09:35:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 23, 2008, 09:35:00 PM
Big Ron, Just givin' Bowdoc & Allen a ribbin' :D I think all the heads preformed well if the shot placement was right. We had anatomy lessons on most of the bears. I think most were surprised about where the best placement on a bear was...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 23, 2008, 09:36:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 23, 2008, 09:36:00 PM
Good Evening Folks,
Well I have made a dent in putting some gear away
from Bear hunt time to write a bit.Glad everyone made it home safely.I am proud to say that at Bear Quest II there was Trad-Gangers from 14 different states and we all got along great,that takes some doin for sure !! Although we are from many different walks of life we worked as a team helping one another in all the apsects of a hunting camp and we all share the love of stick of string which is the icing on the cake.19 Bears were harvested along with a couple misses as well as some bears that got away.Seems everyone had a great time and I have already started to make plans for BEAR QUEST III which will be new & improved :-)
Well I have made a dent in putting some gear away
from Bear hunt time to write a bit.Glad everyone made it home safely.I am proud to say that at Bear Quest II there was Trad-Gangers from 14 different states and we all got along great,that takes some doin for sure !! Although we are from many different walks of life we worked as a team helping one another in all the apsects of a hunting camp and we all share the love of stick of string which is the icing on the cake.19 Bears were harvested along with a couple misses as well as some bears that got away.Seems everyone had a great time and I have already started to make plans for BEAR QUEST III which will be new & improved :-)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 09:43:00 PM
Sure missed meeting and hunting with you Doc, and would love to try one of your creations some day! :notworthy:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 23, 2008, 09:45:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 23, 2008, 09:45:00 PM
I got to help Jay track his bear along with Tom & Bowdoc. The one thing that really shows up in this picture is Jay's smile. I don't think I ever saw Jay without one around camp...but this one was the best :bigsmyl: Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08129.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08129.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on June 23, 2008, 09:51:00 PM
Post by: RRock on June 23, 2008, 09:51:00 PM
Just got back from dropping Stubby off at the taxidermy shop. When we got him out of the bag and looked him over it was clear this ole boy was a warrior in his day. Besides having both his canine teeth broken he had numerous scars on his head from battles past. I had originaly thought of a shoulder mount but decided the character of this bear needed to be shown. As the guys from week two already know, he was missing his right foot from a long ago mishap. I decided on a half mount with a closed mouth, his left foot standing on a log and his right slightly raised. I think it will look pretty sharp. Well as far as the hunt was concerned, it was alot less exciting then others, Blackdog will tell you about his. This was the 3rd bear into the crib that night. The first walked out behind the crib and out of sight. The second came into the crib a bolted out in a matter of seconds. Shortly after the second ran off there was a comotion to my left, branches breaking and movement. With a bunch of a coughing sounding woofing this old guy shows up at the crib, looks up at me then looks at the crib. I was standing and ready because of the the second bear having just been there. When he turned his head to look at the crib I let the Zwickey tipped cedar go. The result was a complete pass thru. The reaction of the bear was to just turn his head and look at his side. He just stood there broadside to me 5-1/2 paces away from the tree. I had enough time to string another arrow while he looked toward the crib. I drew back for another shot and at about at half draw he turned on his heels and ran off to my left, the same direction he had come in from. In about 10 seconds or less I heard a loud "woooosh" and complete silence after that. 15 minutes after the shot I climbed down and found my arrow, buried into a log on the crib and no blood. To finish up, I went back to camp, Tom, Eric and Bowdoc along with myself went back to the crib and found Stubby about 40 yards from the shot.
Sorry I can't post any pictures, so any of you guys that have a picture of Stubby and you want to post it, go right ahead. This was my first bear hunt and the second will have to go some to top it.
Sorry I can't post any pictures, so any of you guys that have a picture of Stubby and you want to post it, go right ahead. This was my first bear hunt and the second will have to go some to top it.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 23, 2008, 09:54:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 23, 2008, 09:54:00 PM
Holy smokes! I THINK i'M GOING TO CRY.I'm home sick already.TELL ME MORE .PLEASE PLEASE
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 09:55:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 23, 2008, 09:55:00 PM
:wavey:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Greyfox54 on June 23, 2008, 09:56:00 PM
Post by: Greyfox54 on June 23, 2008, 09:56:00 PM
Tom you may have a new bearquest but I doubt it will be any better . Great job you guys did . Many thanks , now WHO SHOT MY BEAR ?!?! I am still having dreams about 3 footed bears . Maybe now I can get some sleep .
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 23, 2008, 10:08:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 23, 2008, 10:08:00 PM
Matt was one Happy Hunter with Stubby :thumbsup: Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08119.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08123.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08119.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08123.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 23, 2008, 10:12:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 23, 2008, 10:12:00 PM
Grayfox, I don't think Stubby was your 3 footed bear as there were no other holes in him. But there was another 3 footed one that got way in the second group too! Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Greyfox54 on June 23, 2008, 10:24:00 PM
Post by: Greyfox54 on June 23, 2008, 10:24:00 PM
Maybe the're related ? Now I can go back to having bear dreams , until next time .... Tippit do you know what stand the 3 footed bear was seen at ? I shot at mine in the Moosepath stand .
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on June 23, 2008, 10:28:00 PM
Post by: RRock on June 23, 2008, 10:28:00 PM
Thanks Doc! By the way, CJ, my Irish setter was pretty darn impressed with your knife. I had to finally put it away, I was afraid he cut his nose. At first, I thought he might be smelling a little bear, after all it did help skin out a couple, but, CJ has never smelled a bear before so he "must" be impressed by the craftsmanship and outstanding design, a dog with good taste!!! And I like it a bunch too. Thanks again.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 23, 2008, 10:29:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 23, 2008, 10:29:00 PM
OH NO!Fred will forever dream of the 3 footed bear.Are you sure there wasn't any wounds.It was the same bait site wasn't it? :confused:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on June 23, 2008, 10:43:00 PM
Post by: RRock on June 23, 2008, 10:43:00 PM
Stubby came from the Black label bait.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 24, 2008, 12:13:00 AM
Post by: BlkDog on June 24, 2008, 12:13:00 AM
I do believe a 3 footed bear was seen on the moose path during week two, but managed to get away.
Here is a better look at Matt and Stubby. Look at that pumpkin head! I love this pic as it looks like Matt is gazing off, replaying that evening in his mind. Congratulations again Matt. I am sure that will be a beautiful mount of the old boy.
(http://inlinethumb01.webshots.com/12416/2535903430049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
Jeff, That was a special moment and I was very happy to share it with such a fine bunch of guys. My first bear! Tom, Jeff, and Don..thanks for the fine tracking job and playing a part in the memory. Thank you for the photo as well!
Guys there are still bears the size of Matt's running around up there. I have very clear memories of one that is at least that size, and he has two 2-3" white bullseyes on his chest.
Here is a better look at Matt and Stubby. Look at that pumpkin head! I love this pic as it looks like Matt is gazing off, replaying that evening in his mind. Congratulations again Matt. I am sure that will be a beautiful mount of the old boy.
(http://inlinethumb01.webshots.com/12416/2535903430049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
Jeff, That was a special moment and I was very happy to share it with such a fine bunch of guys. My first bear! Tom, Jeff, and Don..thanks for the fine tracking job and playing a part in the memory. Thank you for the photo as well!
Guys there are still bears the size of Matt's running around up there. I have very clear memories of one that is at least that size, and he has two 2-3" white bullseyes on his chest.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 24, 2008, 04:58:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on June 24, 2008, 04:58:00 AM
ok, that's 3 off the black label. What other stands produced for week 2? I'm real interested to see if anyone took another of the grouper. Way to go boys!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: meathead on June 24, 2008, 07:12:00 AM
Post by: meathead on June 24, 2008, 07:12:00 AM
I want to thank Tom and the crew for all the hard work. That is a lot of work and is greatly appreciated. It was great to see how well everyone in camp got along. That may be the best camp I've been in.
And Bowdoc it was a pleasure. It is nice to see there is still some sanity in the world. HAHA.
And Bowdoc it was a pleasure. It is nice to see there is still some sanity in the world. HAHA.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 24, 2008, 07:12:00 AM
Post by: tippit on June 24, 2008, 07:12:00 AM
My week started off on Thursday before heading North. In the process of getting last minutes chores done with replacing horse fencing, I scratched my cornea on a branch...couldn't even open my left eye. Too late to get a doctor's appointment, so my associate veterinarians checked it out, got some ophthalmic antibiotics, and a cool homemade patch! I think they were more worried about treating the Boss that seeing any attack dogs :scared:
Friday arrived and Old One Eye picked up JC & Whip at at Logan airport then Paul V brought Jay & Steve to my house for the long waiting period before heading out at night. Everyone got to know each other and we shot a bunch of bows...I had a couple extras in case any one's bow got lost in transit :) Molly fixed some Bar-B-Q ribs so we could start on a full stomach. Then Ken called from the group in Western Mass, we had decided to meet up with them around midnight on the road but everyone was so pumped to get going that we started early. As it turned out we got to La Tuque around 5:30 am instead of the prearranged time to meet the 1st group at 10:30 am! I'm really thankful to JC & Whip who drove my car all night as I couldn't see at all with the head light glare...at least that's what I told them :thumbsup: The stories from the 1st group really woke everyone up and we finally rolled into camp to get started.
The only downside to the beginning was because of my vision, I decided at the last minute Not to bring Tilly (my tracking wire haired Daschund)...that proved to be a mistake as bears are very hard to pick up a blood trail :( Doc
Friday arrived and Old One Eye picked up JC & Whip at at Logan airport then Paul V brought Jay & Steve to my house for the long waiting period before heading out at night. Everyone got to know each other and we shot a bunch of bows...I had a couple extras in case any one's bow got lost in transit :) Molly fixed some Bar-B-Q ribs so we could start on a full stomach. Then Ken called from the group in Western Mass, we had decided to meet up with them around midnight on the road but everyone was so pumped to get going that we started early. As it turned out we got to La Tuque around 5:30 am instead of the prearranged time to meet the 1st group at 10:30 am! I'm really thankful to JC & Whip who drove my car all night as I couldn't see at all with the head light glare...at least that's what I told them :thumbsup: The stories from the 1st group really woke everyone up and we finally rolled into camp to get started.
The only downside to the beginning was because of my vision, I decided at the last minute Not to bring Tilly (my tracking wire haired Daschund)...that proved to be a mistake as bears are very hard to pick up a blood trail :( Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 24, 2008, 08:23:00 AM
Post by: Whip on June 24, 2008, 08:23:00 AM
After the long overnight drive we arrived in La Tuque and slept in the car in front of the sport shop waiting for group one to arrive for the rendezvous.
Although it was short, it was still great to be able to meet up the guys from group one as bears were registered and stories exchanged. It was great to see old friends and to meet others who we may have only known online previously. The excitement level between both groups was through the roof!
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyP1010715.jpg)
Although it was short, it was still great to be able to meet up the guys from group one as bears were registered and stories exchanged. It was great to see old friends and to meet others who we may have only known online previously. The excitement level between both groups was through the roof!
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyP1010715.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Charlie Lamb on June 24, 2008, 08:41:00 AM
Post by: Charlie Lamb on June 24, 2008, 08:41:00 AM
:campfire: :archer: :clapper:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 24, 2008, 09:34:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 24, 2008, 09:34:00 AM
Fred,
Ole 3 toes has 9 lifes !! I hope you decide to continue your pursuit for him at Bear Quest III.
I have your Screaming Eagle stand keep me posted if you are going to Denton or a friend whom I can give it to.
Ole 3 toes has 9 lifes !! I hope you decide to continue your pursuit for him at Bear Quest III.
I have your Screaming Eagle stand keep me posted if you are going to Denton or a friend whom I can give it to.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 24, 2008, 09:41:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 24, 2008, 09:41:00 AM
This is getting better.I must admitt personaly the best hunt I have ever been on...You will never find a better group to spend a week with then the tradgang members...I think everyone had the time of thier life and enjoyed it all.As soon as the swelling goes down in my right eye I would like to post a little more but wearing my wife's glass this morning my vision is a bit blurey still.....Nope Big Ron and Hillboy...Tommy did not punch me in the eye...it was those Canadian juju bugs.........Besides I can still shoot lefthanded.............bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Blackhawk on June 24, 2008, 10:28:00 AM
Post by: Blackhawk on June 24, 2008, 10:28:00 AM
Great stories and pics fellows... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on June 24, 2008, 10:40:00 AM
Post by: RRock on June 24, 2008, 10:40:00 AM
Jay, thanks for the great picture. I'm sure the emotions where a mixture of happiness tempered with a dose of thankfullness and a touch of sadness. I'm sure we all know the feeling. Now, Jay, you need to tell about the tree, you know the one that was doing a little dance right beside you? That made me skeered and I'm fearless! and I wasn't even there.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 24, 2008, 10:45:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on June 24, 2008, 10:45:00 AM
Stubby came in on the black label! :notworthy: Glad somebody nailed him
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: meathead on June 24, 2008, 11:27:00 AM
Post by: meathead on June 24, 2008, 11:27:00 AM
Matt
I have a bunch of pic's that I burned to disc for you. I'll mail it out tonight.
I have a bunch of pic's that I burned to disc for you. I'll mail it out tonight.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: meathead on June 24, 2008, 11:37:00 AM
Post by: meathead on June 24, 2008, 11:37:00 AM
Don't let Jeff complain to much about his eye. He didn't have too much trouble getting his arrow to fly true.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: droptine59 on June 24, 2008, 12:04:00 PM
Post by: droptine59 on June 24, 2008, 12:04:00 PM
After reading thisstart to finish, I gotta get in on this next year. Wow. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on June 24, 2008, 12:17:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on June 24, 2008, 12:17:00 PM
More stories from week II-more! :D This is such a great group from both weeks! I can see a "Quebec Quest Rendezvous" event in the future-we'll take over the whole camp! :campfire:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tique on June 24, 2008, 12:27:00 PM
Post by: Tique on June 24, 2008, 12:27:00 PM
Good to hear everyone had a great time and got home safe.
Congrats Matt, Stubby is a fine looking bear. No wonder mine was so jumpy when he was eating donuts at the "Black Label".
Congrats Matt, Stubby is a fine looking bear. No wonder mine was so jumpy when he was eating donuts at the "Black Label".
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 24, 2008, 12:36:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 24, 2008, 12:36:00 PM
Holy balls,I need a vacation after getting back from vacation.Got my bear hide almost fleshed out as well as the hide from last years bear quest I got done this AM too.Lots of work but I love it and would have it no other way,start to finish.I'am going for tand leather.And then I'am gonna make some items for the grandkids from the leather.Besides one of my hides already looks like leather.I changed Big Ron Hunts Alot's name to Big Ron likes to break bear legs alot.We used him as the un-articulater..Thats the dude that breaks the bears legs while in the skinning shed...Trust me he's darn good at it.He and Mike schooled us all in some good old down home wild turkey cooking too and maybe some wild turkey sipping as well.It was truely great to see everyone grab a knife saw meat bags or whatever and pitch in when needed,from skining to baiting everybody joined in the fun.Ric and Brent suppied the kitchen with some fresh walleye for chow one night after tagging a couple of super nice bears.It was the best I've eaten.Thanks guy's...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on June 24, 2008, 12:49:00 PM
Post by: RRock on June 24, 2008, 12:49:00 PM
JUJU bugs my foot. Bowdoc was doing the moonwalk for a stewardess up in that plane and got nailed by the pilot. Yea, thats right Moonwalking and got nailed by the pilot, that sounds about right.
Nate, Thanks for burning that disc with photos, I'm looking forward to'em. Anyone who can spend upwards of 35 hours in a car with me has to be Okay.
Nate, Thanks for burning that disc with photos, I'm looking forward to'em. Anyone who can spend upwards of 35 hours in a car with me has to be Okay.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 24, 2008, 01:01:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on June 24, 2008, 01:01:00 PM
I'll second the note on the hats, Curveman. I wore mine around the house Sunday evening just to revisit the vibe that came with all those signatures-this was a five star production from top to bottom. Now about those stories....GY
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 24, 2008, 01:10:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 24, 2008, 01:10:00 PM
I did'nt hunt the first night we got to camp as we needed to get a few more things done.But I was selected to hunt the bowl stand the second night and may have been fidgeting a bit in the tree as the newness of being on bear quest 2 was makeing me a little excited.I had two bears come near but they would not come to the bait station.It was really neat just to see a couple bears the first night out.But the second night out proved to bring a bit more excitement then the old bowdoc was ready for.My first hit on the bait that night was a couple of fine fellows whom are empolyed by the Canidian goverment,called game wardens.And one note that should be added for sure to this thread is to bring and wear your hunting orange even while bow hunting in Canada it's the law and if you don't and get caught your on your own.The worse thing is they may take you bow and arrows to make sure you come back and pay the fine...So if you are planning on going next year remember it's the law.....Just a reminder it's not worth the trouble if you do not wear it......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tique on June 24, 2008, 01:11:00 PM
Post by: Tique on June 24, 2008, 01:11:00 PM
You might be right Matt. I think he used the Moonwalk on COs that snuck up on him in the privacy of the bush but he may have been pushing his luck on a crowded airplane. :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 24, 2008, 02:48:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 24, 2008, 02:48:00 PM
Hey Bowdoc, I think you should get the hide tanned with the hairs on - all four of 'em! :p
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 24, 2008, 02:48:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 24, 2008, 02:48:00 PM
Paul & I were definitely happy to be passing on the Bear Quest II bow & knife to such a fine gentleman as Matt...as a matter of fact we would have been happy to passed them on to anyone in either group :bigsmyl: Congrats again Matt for a mighty fine bear...Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08084.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08084.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 24, 2008, 02:50:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 24, 2008, 02:50:00 PM
Whip, Bowdoc just likes a few whiskers. Those full hair coats are just too warm & fuzzy for him :eek: Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on June 24, 2008, 02:56:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on June 24, 2008, 02:56:00 PM
Looks like he also gets the trophy for "Best White Beard" bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 24, 2008, 03:26:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 24, 2008, 03:26:00 PM
Hey Whip I got the 4 hairs off finally.I used my the old lady's leg shaver it worked great.I also been setting in the sun all morning cleaning meat off the skulls.I just love it,they are starting to smell like Tommy's home brewed stink baits....as for the moonwalking,I had the whole plane just rolling with laughter.Figured I was on a good run..When all of the sudden the captain comes on the intercom and says will the elderly gentman in the gray hat whom keeps moonwalking to the rest rooms please stop.I guess I better stick to the moonwalk at camp huh? I'am not sure I will survive being tossed out of the planes anymore.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tique on June 24, 2008, 04:14:00 PM
Post by: Tique on June 24, 2008, 04:14:00 PM
Bowdoc, when she finds out you used her leg shaver you'll have the other eye swelled shut.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 24, 2008, 04:24:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 24, 2008, 04:24:00 PM
Here's a shot of the arrow retrievers from the floating target shoot. The specks on the water are floating fletches.The boat cowboys did a fine job.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v488/Shortbldtr/IMG_0023.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v488/Shortbldtr/IMG_0023.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 24, 2008, 04:32:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 24, 2008, 04:32:00 PM
A few of the shooters
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(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v488/Shortbldtr/IMG_0018-1.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 24, 2008, 04:45:00 PM
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 24, 2008, 04:45:00 PM
Looks and Sounds like y'all had a great time. Can not wait to start hearing some the stories from group 2. :campfire: :coffee:
CS
CS
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 24, 2008, 05:44:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 24, 2008, 05:44:00 PM
I want the real story of just how bowdoc talked those wardens out of that fine. :rolleyes: And then shoots a bear after they leave :readit: Something tells me there is more to this story.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on June 24, 2008, 05:46:00 PM
Post by: Kip on June 24, 2008, 05:46:00 PM
I would like to thank Tom,(always making sure everything was alright)Allen,(not a nervous bone in his body) Eric,(serious)Lloyd (not serious)and of course Don(bowdoc)(?????) for one of the most enjoyable weeks of my 58 years.Guys it was outstanding nothing missing.The rest of the crew I kinda think we might all be related somehow no other way to explain how we all hit it off.When I got back the S-hit the fan and will for the next 2-2 1/2 months at work.Now when the pressure comes I will have some as my daughter says chill pills.The view of the lake,the sound of the spring running down the mountain while trailing Kens bear,the ever present red squirrels either fighting for or protecting the sweets,or if really stressed some bowdoc memories.The pics below are the knives I spoke about the last nite.For those not there the knives were made by a man born with no arms.He has to do everything with his feet, knife making ,hunting and just living.We are very lucky sometimes and don't know it.Kip (http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p191/Kip_album/2007_0319Image0060.jpg) (http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p191/Kip_album/2007_0319Image0059.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 24, 2008, 06:21:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 24, 2008, 06:21:00 PM
Fine knife work Kip! Thanks for the pic's.What we take for granted..........
Kip treated us to some fine cajun cooking for two nights dinners and a couple of lunches also.Somehow he found time between baiting,trailing bears and hunting to serve a dozen+ hungry hunters at the end of the night.
Hope the fan blows out early Kip! It was a pleasure sharing camp with a fine southern gentleman.
Kip treated us to some fine cajun cooking for two nights dinners and a couple of lunches also.Somehow he found time between baiting,trailing bears and hunting to serve a dozen+ hungry hunters at the end of the night.
Hope the fan blows out early Kip! It was a pleasure sharing camp with a fine southern gentleman.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 24, 2008, 06:28:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 24, 2008, 06:28:00 PM
Awesome Stories Guys. Looks like week 2 was a Blast also!! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 24, 2008, 06:40:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on June 24, 2008, 06:40:00 PM
Congratulations on Stubby and the Big Bear Win, Matt!! :saywhat:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Greyfox54 on June 24, 2008, 08:50:00 PM
Post by: Greyfox54 on June 24, 2008, 08:50:00 PM
Tom sign me up for next year , Mike I'm thinking about sawing the foot off my 3D bear target and practicing from 10 feet to be ready . Bowdoc maybe when the swelling goes down your eyes will line up again so you can carve out those choice pieces of bear anatomy we talked about . Tom I will try to make Denton Hill will keep you posted , again many thanks , Fred
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 24, 2008, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 24, 2008, 09:05:00 PM
We came for the bear hunting, but meal times were just about as important. Tippit made the big mistake of coming on this trip while trying to be on a diet. :knothead: That obviously didn't last very long. :rolleyes:
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyP1010746.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyP1010746.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 24, 2008, 09:26:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 24, 2008, 09:26:00 PM
Smoothered crawdads over rice - Kip style...
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Did you wash your hands Bowdoc??
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(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyIMG_0294.jpg)
Did you wash your hands Bowdoc??
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Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Shaun on June 24, 2008, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: Shaun on June 24, 2008, 09:33:00 PM
Mud bugs etoufee? You guys were livin' high on the hog.
Comon JC, I seen your picture eating so I know you were there. Did you get blood on my arra?
Comon JC, I seen your picture eating so I know you were there. Did you get blood on my arra?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 24, 2008, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 24, 2008, 09:43:00 PM
On the first afternoon we drew names of stands out of a hat to see where we would sit that night. I drew Glove, and based on reports from the prior week when 9 bears were seen on the first evening I figured I had hit the jackpot.
Tree steps??
We don't need no stinkin' tree steps! :readit:
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyP1010761.jpg)
For me, this hunt was made special simply by the weapons I carried. I had hafted a Knife River flint head to a cedar shaft, and would be using a Sunbear longbow to send it on its way.
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The first night in the stand was spent simply trying to keep my eyes open after the all night drive the night before. I'm sure the constant movement of my head falling on my chest as I nodded off to sleep gave any bears plenty of warning to stay away from the bait.
This little guy was the only bear I saw.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyP1010720.jpg)
Tree steps??
We don't need no stinkin' tree steps! :readit:
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyP1010761.jpg)
For me, this hunt was made special simply by the weapons I carried. I had hafted a Knife River flint head to a cedar shaft, and would be using a Sunbear longbow to send it on its way.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyP1010731.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyP1010733.jpg)
The first night in the stand was spent simply trying to keep my eyes open after the all night drive the night before. I'm sure the constant movement of my head falling on my chest as I nodded off to sleep gave any bears plenty of warning to stay away from the bait.
This little guy was the only bear I saw.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyP1010720.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 24, 2008, 09:58:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 24, 2008, 09:58:00 PM
Hold on Shaun, it's soon to come. Got the pics uploaded and I'll start the yarn spinning tomorrow.... :campfire:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on June 24, 2008, 10:23:00 PM
Post by: RRock on June 24, 2008, 10:23:00 PM
Guys, Thanks for all the kind works on the bear. It was beyound doubt one of the highlights of my hunting career. Paul, I found some 45-50's this evening so tomorrow night after work the "Bear Bow" will get a work out, can't wait. This bow carries some serious Mojo, I can feel it (and I thank you again). Now, All I have to do is beg my way onto "Team Tippit" and next year at #III we'll see if this bow can do some business. Fletch, thank you. Talking with you at the sporting goods store and seeing pictures of your bear really got us first time second week guys fired up and ready to go.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 24, 2008, 10:25:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 24, 2008, 10:25:00 PM
The second night was a repeat of the first, except that even the cub was too nervous to come all the way in to the bait. It was time for a new stand, and Monday found me sitting on Raptor, the water bait that had produced the largest bear of week one. But still no bears showed themselves for me.
Those who hadn't yet had an opportunity at a bear drew for new stands on Tuesday, and I pulled the Deli. It had been getting licked clean the past three nights in a row, and I felt confident as I climbed in for the vigil. But once again I was limited to being entertained by the ever present red squirrels.
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I wasn't discouraged though. It was just a matter of time, and the Deli stand still seemed like the place to be. The bait had been hit again, although not as hard. Instead of being cleaned out, only part of the bait had been eaten.
I figured that could mean one of two things. Either the bears were losing interest in the offerings, or they would be hungry earlier the next night. I put my faith in the latter.
I thought I would try to mix things up and lit a sterno can under a can of honey. I climbed into the stand, arranged my gear for another long sit, and watched as the smoke from the honey burn curled out of the can, drifting uphill into the forest.
The wait was short. Twenty minutes after settling in a bear ambled down the trail toward the bait. It approached cautiously, but went right to the barrel and grabbed a mouthful of sweets. After turning quickly away, it came right back for more.
The bear was not large, but it was plenty good enough for me. I wanted badly to send the stone point through a bear, and the one before me was too tempting to pass. As the near leg went forward my arrow slammed throught the ribs and the bear crashed away.
The breaking of branches stopped for a couple seconds, followed by another big crash, and two loud moans sent chills down my spine. It was over just that quickly.
I looked breifly for blood near the bait, but finding none simply circled above the spot the last sounds had come from. My prize lay in a dark tangle 50 yards behind the bait.
The bear wouldn't threaten Matt's spot with the largest bear, but I couldn't have been happier or more proud. Thank you Charlie and Woody for making this hunt special!
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyIMG_0282.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyIMG_0309.jpg)
Those who hadn't yet had an opportunity at a bear drew for new stands on Tuesday, and I pulled the Deli. It had been getting licked clean the past three nights in a row, and I felt confident as I climbed in for the vigil. But once again I was limited to being entertained by the ever present red squirrels.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyIMG_0332.jpg)
I wasn't discouraged though. It was just a matter of time, and the Deli stand still seemed like the place to be. The bait had been hit again, although not as hard. Instead of being cleaned out, only part of the bait had been eaten.
I figured that could mean one of two things. Either the bears were losing interest in the offerings, or they would be hungry earlier the next night. I put my faith in the latter.
I thought I would try to mix things up and lit a sterno can under a can of honey. I climbed into the stand, arranged my gear for another long sit, and watched as the smoke from the honey burn curled out of the can, drifting uphill into the forest.
The wait was short. Twenty minutes after settling in a bear ambled down the trail toward the bait. It approached cautiously, but went right to the barrel and grabbed a mouthful of sweets. After turning quickly away, it came right back for more.
The bear was not large, but it was plenty good enough for me. I wanted badly to send the stone point through a bear, and the one before me was too tempting to pass. As the near leg went forward my arrow slammed throught the ribs and the bear crashed away.
The breaking of branches stopped for a couple seconds, followed by another big crash, and two loud moans sent chills down my spine. It was over just that quickly.
I looked breifly for blood near the bait, but finding none simply circled above the spot the last sounds had come from. My prize lay in a dark tangle 50 yards behind the bait.
The bear wouldn't threaten Matt's spot with the largest bear, but I couldn't have been happier or more proud. Thank you Charlie and Woody for making this hunt special!
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyIMG_0282.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyIMG_0309.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 24, 2008, 10:31:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 24, 2008, 10:31:00 PM
alright that does it.I want kip in my camp next year.That cajun food is making my mouth water. Fred cutting the front paw off that target is a good idea.I might put a donut in the mouth of mine. :bigsmyl: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 24, 2008, 11:03:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on June 24, 2008, 11:03:00 PM
I'm tellin ya Mike, they like fried chicken! :readit:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 24, 2008, 11:05:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 24, 2008, 11:05:00 PM
Maby I'll by a standing bear target and put a chicken in one paw and a donut in the other. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 24, 2008, 11:29:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 24, 2008, 11:29:00 PM
As Whip said, the first day in camp was a long one. Although we had all been awake for nearly 30 hours, with the exception of an occasional cat nap, not a single one of us stayed in camp the first evening. Anticipation was high and we were headed to the stands.
I had drawn the Long Trail stand. Back in camp, Lloyd said, "That's a good one! You'll be about 4 feet off the ground and about 6 yards from the bait. Well, actually your a little higher than that, there is this mound under the stand so it seems lower than you really are."
Later, I arrived at the stand. Now, I had heard the stands we low, but lets just say I didn't need my pull rope. I leaned my 62" Morrison against the front of the stand, then climbed in, snapped on my safety belt and sat down. I then reached down, retreived my propped up bow and I was ready to go. I looked at the crib 5-7 yards away and said, ummm...this could be interesting. I never dozed off once that evening as I was loaded with adrenalin.
The first evening on stand was uneventful but interesting. Red squirrels and chipmunks were my constant companions. Seemed one buck squirrel reigns over each bait site. There was a definite pecking order among the small animals that visited the site and it provided constant entertainment through the evening.
About 9:20, I decided it was time to head out. I stood up and retrieved my fanny pack from it's hanger. UFFFffff, ufffff, ufff followed by crashing erupted from the thick undergrowth 15-20 yards behind the stand. Yup, that was a bear! Didn't see him, but there was no mistaking. How he got that close in that thick stuff without a single sound was beyond me. Light was really fading fast now. "Now, was he running away from the stand or towards the stand?" I chuckled at myself and said, I guess we'll find out! The sound was hard to place, but I am sure he had seen me move, somehow. I hopped down and headed to my pick up point. Tomorrow, I was staying put until all light was gone. I would be ready for him.
Upon arriving back in camp, I learned that someone had wasted no time in starting us off on the right foot. This really got us all hyped for the remainder of the week.
I had drawn the Long Trail stand. Back in camp, Lloyd said, "That's a good one! You'll be about 4 feet off the ground and about 6 yards from the bait. Well, actually your a little higher than that, there is this mound under the stand so it seems lower than you really are."
Later, I arrived at the stand. Now, I had heard the stands we low, but lets just say I didn't need my pull rope. I leaned my 62" Morrison against the front of the stand, then climbed in, snapped on my safety belt and sat down. I then reached down, retreived my propped up bow and I was ready to go. I looked at the crib 5-7 yards away and said, ummm...this could be interesting. I never dozed off once that evening as I was loaded with adrenalin.
The first evening on stand was uneventful but interesting. Red squirrels and chipmunks were my constant companions. Seemed one buck squirrel reigns over each bait site. There was a definite pecking order among the small animals that visited the site and it provided constant entertainment through the evening.
About 9:20, I decided it was time to head out. I stood up and retrieved my fanny pack from it's hanger. UFFFffff, ufffff, ufff followed by crashing erupted from the thick undergrowth 15-20 yards behind the stand. Yup, that was a bear! Didn't see him, but there was no mistaking. How he got that close in that thick stuff without a single sound was beyond me. Light was really fading fast now. "Now, was he running away from the stand or towards the stand?" I chuckled at myself and said, I guess we'll find out! The sound was hard to place, but I am sure he had seen me move, somehow. I hopped down and headed to my pick up point. Tomorrow, I was staying put until all light was gone. I would be ready for him.
Upon arriving back in camp, I learned that someone had wasted no time in starting us off on the right foot. This really got us all hyped for the remainder of the week.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 24, 2008, 11:43:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 24, 2008, 11:43:00 PM
I had taken 5 bears in the past 5 years with the last two being very special...'06 LDB Bear and '07 my Osage selfbow and a Woody stone head. This year my priority had come full circle with my own forged broadheads. I just wanted the opportunity to see if they would preform so the Big Bear Contest was low on my list...heck I already had a tippit knife anyway :D
On Saturday when everyone drew for their stands, no one had decided to go on the water. The Moose Tower had yielded three very nice bears in the past for me so that was my starting point. I originally thought I'd skip Saturday night but my eye felt 90% better and the enthusiasm of the new hunters was infectious. Around 7:30 I had a nice bear in full thick coat come down the hill to the bait but not fully come in. He did this several time finally coming in around 8:00. Even though this was the first night everything just felt right. I drew on him three different times as he jocked around the barrel. Finally he reached in opening his chest broadside to me. The Tippit Terminator just disappeared with a clean pass thru. I didn't hear any death moan but that wouldn't be a surprise to anyone in camp as I don't hear much anyway :banghead:
On Saturday when everyone drew for their stands, no one had decided to go on the water. The Moose Tower had yielded three very nice bears in the past for me so that was my starting point. I originally thought I'd skip Saturday night but my eye felt 90% better and the enthusiasm of the new hunters was infectious. Around 7:30 I had a nice bear in full thick coat come down the hill to the bait but not fully come in. He did this several time finally coming in around 8:00. Even though this was the first night everything just felt right. I drew on him three different times as he jocked around the barrel. Finally he reached in opening his chest broadside to me. The Tippit Terminator just disappeared with a clean pass thru. I didn't hear any death moan but that wouldn't be a surprise to anyone in camp as I don't hear much anyway :banghead:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 24, 2008, 11:57:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 24, 2008, 11:57:00 PM
congrats on the broadhead.When in circulation I"ll take a pack. :thumbsup: :campfire:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: 4runr on June 25, 2008, 06:12:00 AM
Post by: 4runr on June 25, 2008, 06:12:00 AM
Congrats Doc!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 25, 2008, 06:57:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 25, 2008, 06:57:00 AM
Super sweet doc,thats a beautiful combo there broadhead arrow bow and bear.Now thats a cover shot if I ever saw one....Oh yes Mike the food was outstanding.Kips crawfish and rice was one of my favorite for sure...but let me tell ya nothing could hold a candle to curvemans chili....All of the prepared meals were just awsome...Good food good friend and good bears...Now thats the good life...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 25, 2008, 08:13:00 AM
Post by: PV on June 25, 2008, 08:13:00 AM
Perhaps a whitebeard division of Team Tippet next year Matt? (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v488/Shortbldtr/IMG_0028.jpg)
The bow is a sweet shooter. She's in good hands....
The bow is a sweet shooter. She's in good hands....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 25, 2008, 09:31:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on June 25, 2008, 09:31:00 AM
Tippit, I got some film of that bear while I was filming Thomas Burns's hunt on Monday night of the first week. He came in about 4:40 P.M. and came straight to my stand that had been put up temporarily to accomodate a cameraman. He had a great coat. There were two bruisers hitting that bait and Thomas passed-the big boar came around but didn't commit to the bait and was seen no more but your bear was the first I saw on my hunt and I was pumped. Good job. Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 25, 2008, 09:46:00 AM
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 25, 2008, 09:46:00 AM
Nicely done Doc! Glad you here you had such great success if your broadheads.
CS
CS
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 25, 2008, 09:55:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 25, 2008, 09:55:00 AM
Where to begin....I guess, at the beginning.
As my plane took off from Boston at the end Bear Quest I last year, I suffered from the immediate pain of withdrawal. Whip and I had planned for a do-it-yourself walkabout in Australia with cobber Al Kidner in 2008 so it would be a while before I would see another Bear Quest.
A week or so into withdrawal I got a call from Whip, who was glued to his monitor reading all the tales recounted. Joe beat around the bush for sometime...finally proposing that maybe we should postpone Australia and go to another Bear Quest together? As much as I longed for the trip Down Under, the warm glow of the recent memories made at Quest I were simply too fresh to deny. We cinched up plans and got on board with Tom.
The next 11+ months were filled with pleasant distractions: some great hunts came and went, sports with my boys, family vacations etc....but throughout all the hustle and bustle of life, I often found myself drifting back to see lurking black shapes as I sat in the Canadian backcountry while darkness slowly covered the green canopy. The days drew nearer for my return and thankfully the last month or so flew by with blinding speed.
Before I knew it, it was Friday the 13th and I was sitting in my seat as the plane lifted off for Boston. My nervous twitch was not caused by fear of the superstitious date, but by anticipation of what was to soon come. The flight was only 3 hours or so but felt much, much longer. I'm confident the first guy to invent a Star Trek-like transporter will certainly be a hunter who simply cannot stand the agonizing delay of travel to his anticipated adventure.
Tippit picked me up at the airport without a hitch, to many grins and nervous laughter between us. A sincere hug from a close friend is the sort of thing a fellow hangs his hat on when he counts his blessings, it was good to see him again after far too long.
We parked in a shady area away from the airport and caught up while we waited for Whip, all the while grinning from ear to ear like two kids killing time on Christmas Eve. Joe's reception was the same as with Jeff and off we went to Jeff's.
Now, the plan was to hang out at the house, meet up with our traveling party (Paul, Jay, and Steve), have a fine meal prepared by Miss Molly and boogie towards the border around 9pm. Not sure how many of the chosen few out there have had the pleasure to see Tippit's basement...but those who have know that "hanging out" consisted of fondling Jeff's incredibly diverse collection of bows. Joe and I were mesmerized by the graceful curves and sensuous lines of stickbows that begged to be shot. Tippit graciously offered our pick of any and all for the flinging...and it took us each a mere moment to grab and go.
As we puttered and played, shooting many bows neither I nor Joe have ever seen, let alone heard about, the rest of our party arrived. More bows were broken out and Jeff's bear target was given a thrashing none short of what the French saw at Agincourt.
A few of the Tippit's bows that I shot stood head and shoulders above the rest, particularly two recurves that shot as good as most any I've ever wrapped my paws around (don't post the names here Jeff, in case there are any wandering around used bow land I might have missed ).
I'm not a selfbow man, only shot one or two I cared anything about and neither of those would make me lay down any good glass bow I've shot. However...Paul broke out two beautiful bamboo backed sticks that seemed to glisten far in excess of the sunlight that reflected off of them as the sock slid off. These were something special. The first, was a fine short bow, it certainly got my attention with it's lack of shock and blistering performance. "You sure you didn't slip any of that carbon you're playing with in here?" :eek: Paul grinned and handed me the longer of the two "Try this one" as he did his best imitation of the Cheshire cat. :readit:
As my plane took off from Boston at the end Bear Quest I last year, I suffered from the immediate pain of withdrawal. Whip and I had planned for a do-it-yourself walkabout in Australia with cobber Al Kidner in 2008 so it would be a while before I would see another Bear Quest.
A week or so into withdrawal I got a call from Whip, who was glued to his monitor reading all the tales recounted. Joe beat around the bush for sometime...finally proposing that maybe we should postpone Australia and go to another Bear Quest together? As much as I longed for the trip Down Under, the warm glow of the recent memories made at Quest I were simply too fresh to deny. We cinched up plans and got on board with Tom.
The next 11+ months were filled with pleasant distractions: some great hunts came and went, sports with my boys, family vacations etc....but throughout all the hustle and bustle of life, I often found myself drifting back to see lurking black shapes as I sat in the Canadian backcountry while darkness slowly covered the green canopy. The days drew nearer for my return and thankfully the last month or so flew by with blinding speed.
Before I knew it, it was Friday the 13th and I was sitting in my seat as the plane lifted off for Boston. My nervous twitch was not caused by fear of the superstitious date, but by anticipation of what was to soon come. The flight was only 3 hours or so but felt much, much longer. I'm confident the first guy to invent a Star Trek-like transporter will certainly be a hunter who simply cannot stand the agonizing delay of travel to his anticipated adventure.
Tippit picked me up at the airport without a hitch, to many grins and nervous laughter between us. A sincere hug from a close friend is the sort of thing a fellow hangs his hat on when he counts his blessings, it was good to see him again after far too long.
We parked in a shady area away from the airport and caught up while we waited for Whip, all the while grinning from ear to ear like two kids killing time on Christmas Eve. Joe's reception was the same as with Jeff and off we went to Jeff's.
Now, the plan was to hang out at the house, meet up with our traveling party (Paul, Jay, and Steve), have a fine meal prepared by Miss Molly and boogie towards the border around 9pm. Not sure how many of the chosen few out there have had the pleasure to see Tippit's basement...but those who have know that "hanging out" consisted of fondling Jeff's incredibly diverse collection of bows. Joe and I were mesmerized by the graceful curves and sensuous lines of stickbows that begged to be shot. Tippit graciously offered our pick of any and all for the flinging...and it took us each a mere moment to grab and go.
As we puttered and played, shooting many bows neither I nor Joe have ever seen, let alone heard about, the rest of our party arrived. More bows were broken out and Jeff's bear target was given a thrashing none short of what the French saw at Agincourt.
A few of the Tippit's bows that I shot stood head and shoulders above the rest, particularly two recurves that shot as good as most any I've ever wrapped my paws around (don't post the names here Jeff, in case there are any wandering around used bow land I might have missed ).
I'm not a selfbow man, only shot one or two I cared anything about and neither of those would make me lay down any good glass bow I've shot. However...Paul broke out two beautiful bamboo backed sticks that seemed to glisten far in excess of the sunlight that reflected off of them as the sock slid off. These were something special. The first, was a fine short bow, it certainly got my attention with it's lack of shock and blistering performance. "You sure you didn't slip any of that carbon you're playing with in here?" :eek: Paul grinned and handed me the longer of the two "Try this one" as he did his best imitation of the Cheshire cat. :readit:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 25, 2008, 10:14:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 25, 2008, 10:14:00 AM
Tippit, Whip, and I loaded up Molly's 4runner to the hilt. We had everything we would need...and spares.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0215.jpg)
Paul, Jay, and Steve did their best to be patient while we shuffled our gear around inside the truck.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0214.jpg)
Molly prepared us a wonderful meal of smothered spare ribs and a fantastic salad. A hostess worthy of an article in one of those Home & Garden type magazines, Miss Molly greets all the hunting buddies Jeff drags in as family, no matter how much blood or mud they are covered in. As a rabid horsewoman, she and Jeff share a deep appreciation and support for each other's passions...the kind of stuff from story book romances. Reminds me of another couple I know, doesn't it Miss Kim :saywhat:
The rest of our caravan was a bit ahead of schedule towards the appointed meeting place (imagine that!), so we planned to leave a bit earlier than anticipated. It had nothing to do with our anticipation mind you, we just didn't want our friends waiting too long. Full bellies, full flagons of coffee and we left Molly with nothing more than dirty dishes and tire tracks in the driveway. We were finally on the road.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0215.jpg)
Paul, Jay, and Steve did their best to be patient while we shuffled our gear around inside the truck.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0214.jpg)
Molly prepared us a wonderful meal of smothered spare ribs and a fantastic salad. A hostess worthy of an article in one of those Home & Garden type magazines, Miss Molly greets all the hunting buddies Jeff drags in as family, no matter how much blood or mud they are covered in. As a rabid horsewoman, she and Jeff share a deep appreciation and support for each other's passions...the kind of stuff from story book romances. Reminds me of another couple I know, doesn't it Miss Kim :saywhat:
The rest of our caravan was a bit ahead of schedule towards the appointed meeting place (imagine that!), so we planned to leave a bit earlier than anticipated. It had nothing to do with our anticipation mind you, we just didn't want our friends waiting too long. Full bellies, full flagons of coffee and we left Molly with nothing more than dirty dishes and tire tracks in the driveway. We were finally on the road.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BobW on June 25, 2008, 10:40:00 AM
Post by: BobW on June 25, 2008, 10:40:00 AM
this is a good one :coffee: I think I can cancell all my other magazine subscriptions.....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Doc Nock on June 25, 2008, 10:45:00 AM
Post by: Doc Nock on June 25, 2008, 10:45:00 AM
"...and we left Molly with nothing more than dirty dishes and tire tracks in the driveway. We were finally on the road."
Now that's pure poetry right there, Hoss...brought a tear to my eye.
Great stories, guys. I "almost" got to make this trip...Maybe another year... :)
Now that's pure poetry right there, Hoss...brought a tear to my eye.
Great stories, guys. I "almost" got to make this trip...Maybe another year... :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 25, 2008, 11:00:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 25, 2008, 11:00:00 AM
The Canadian Game Department told me I needed to wear my hunter orange and to move my stand higher because the bears could smell my legs !!! and I would not see one anyhow because I was to near the barrel...I did not tell them the night before a bear was almost smelling my legs...as I was setting on the platform kinda stretching..and bruno sneaked up behind me at about 7 feet but thankfuly for his sake did not come any closer....So after using the game agents for the old 3 men in 2 men out trick....The bears figured we finished baiting and things were safe again....within about 1 hour she came a calling....surely not the best bear I've arrowed in Que'bec but was fine with me.The next bit of action was probley one of the hi-lights of my hunting ever...I would have taken at least one picture for my grandkids...and one to send to the two fine fellows whom helped me that night by 3 in 2 out C.D.W..She came right up to the stand smelled the platform and the end on my Danners...curvemans chiliiiiiii had no chance of escape at that momute believe me...After we both settled down 1-2 minutes later the 600 grain 40 year old Bill Sweetland Forgewood and Bear razorhead hit thier mark at a shot distance of around 7-9 feet while she was broadside.The arrow burried itself in the dirt on her oppisite side....13 paces from my stand it was over in about 20 seconds and then silince...Bittersweet....but the best hunt I have ever been on...but I really want to thank Tommy(Paula) Lloyd Alan & Eric whom drove alot of miles seen lots of sleepless nights and busted there azzes to make this hunt happen again and again....They are the best of the best...thanks guy's...one still smileing bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 25, 2008, 12:22:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 25, 2008, 12:22:00 PM
Oh!!! the old 3 men in two men out trick!So thats how you got out of that fine. :biglaugh: I will have to admit,I never would have thought of that. :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 25, 2008, 12:25:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 25, 2008, 12:25:00 PM
come on Mike you know me and if anyone could get a bear... a canadian woman to kiss him and two game wardens the same day...has got to have something going thier way...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 25, 2008, 12:30:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 25, 2008, 12:30:00 PM
That is what I call a multiple score Bowdoc.Youdaman :thumbsup: :notworthy:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 25, 2008, 12:30:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 25, 2008, 12:30:00 PM
:rolleyes: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 25, 2008, 12:33:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 25, 2008, 12:33:00 PM
See, what it wuz wuz da B-Daddy Bowdoc dun tolt dem boyz dey need ta get ta steppin er he'd have ta come down outta dat stand and go to bussin dem upsides dey heads...so dey dun hopped in dey ride and rolled on up outta dair. I know, cuz he give me one of dem looks too, wif his lid on fer a fight, his shades purveyin his intent an his bling testifyin....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0239.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0239.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 25, 2008, 12:35:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 25, 2008, 12:35:00 PM
JC, How about this one. This is about how he looked after that Canadian Woman kissed him. LOL
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1070.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1070.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tique on June 25, 2008, 12:50:00 PM
Post by: Tique on June 25, 2008, 12:50:00 PM
Yea Big Ron, he had the same smile when I saw him helping her with the laundry. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 25, 2008, 12:57:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 25, 2008, 12:57:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by BigRonHuntAlot:MY PRECIOUS !!!! Come to Smiegel!
JC, How about this one. This is about how he looked after that Canadian Woman kissed him. LOL
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1070.jpg)
:biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 25, 2008, 01:07:00 PM
Post by: hill boy on June 25, 2008, 01:07:00 PM
JC thats it! :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 25, 2008, 01:22:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 25, 2008, 01:22:00 PM
Hell Ron that was after Border Bob kissed me......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Killdeer on June 25, 2008, 03:09:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on June 25, 2008, 03:09:00 PM
Nnnassssstyy hobbitsssses! :p
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 25, 2008, 03:18:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 25, 2008, 03:18:00 PM
OK, enough talk about kissin Bowdoc...some may figure we've been in the woods too long.
A few hours later we wheeled into Denny's (or some other purveyor of heart-attack fare) where we connected with the rest of the motley crew bound for K-beck. I know someone got a picture of us in the parking lot and will post it up somewhere on here for your viewing pleasure....needless to say, we were relatively safe from any interruption but I'm not quite so sure the restaurant didn't lose business while a bunch of wild eyed hunting junkies giggled maniacally in the corner of their lot.
After introductions and lots of fidgeting/twitching we sprinted to the closest gas station to fill our car's tanks and empty ours...of course restocking with coffee for the drive through the night.
Though Tippit had been this way a few times, and this was my second trip, we were flying strictly by instruments; thankfully Tom had given us excellent directions. The caravan rolled on to border. We were making great time, honestly too good on time. We had way over estimated how long the trip would take based on previous years of meeting at Tom & Lloyd's. This year we were "flying" direct and it was moving along much quicker. Oh heck, I guess we'll just have to suffer with getting there early!
The border loomed ahead, well lit concrete pylons painted a sterile white, giving the impression Canada knew trouble was coming and had erected a blockade on our behalf. For once, we got a very jovial border officer:
"Whatcha doin?"...
"We're going Huntin!"...
"Whatcha huntin?"...
"Bar!"...
"You guys got any firearms?"...
"No sir, just bows, broadheads and such."...
"Mathews?"...
"No sir, stickbows; longbows, recurves, selfbows."...
"Cool! What kind are ya'll shootin?"...
"Morrison, Sunbear, and a Ackerman Selfbow."...
"You guys have a good time!"....
My previous experience with crossing had not been so relaxed...but then, I didn't have Border Bob to worry about this time (though Tippit did look quite the villain in his neon yellow & orange doo-rag).
A few hours later we wheeled into Denny's (or some other purveyor of heart-attack fare) where we connected with the rest of the motley crew bound for K-beck. I know someone got a picture of us in the parking lot and will post it up somewhere on here for your viewing pleasure....needless to say, we were relatively safe from any interruption but I'm not quite so sure the restaurant didn't lose business while a bunch of wild eyed hunting junkies giggled maniacally in the corner of their lot.
After introductions and lots of fidgeting/twitching we sprinted to the closest gas station to fill our car's tanks and empty ours...of course restocking with coffee for the drive through the night.
Though Tippit had been this way a few times, and this was my second trip, we were flying strictly by instruments; thankfully Tom had given us excellent directions. The caravan rolled on to border. We were making great time, honestly too good on time. We had way over estimated how long the trip would take based on previous years of meeting at Tom & Lloyd's. This year we were "flying" direct and it was moving along much quicker. Oh heck, I guess we'll just have to suffer with getting there early!
The border loomed ahead, well lit concrete pylons painted a sterile white, giving the impression Canada knew trouble was coming and had erected a blockade on our behalf. For once, we got a very jovial border officer:
"Whatcha doin?"...
"We're going Huntin!"...
"Whatcha huntin?"...
"Bar!"...
"You guys got any firearms?"...
"No sir, just bows, broadheads and such."...
"Mathews?"...
"No sir, stickbows; longbows, recurves, selfbows."...
"Cool! What kind are ya'll shootin?"...
"Morrison, Sunbear, and a Ackerman Selfbow."...
"You guys have a good time!"....
My previous experience with crossing had not been so relaxed...but then, I didn't have Border Bob to worry about this time (though Tippit did look quite the villain in his neon yellow & orange doo-rag).
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: fatman on June 25, 2008, 06:00:00 PM
Post by: fatman on June 25, 2008, 06:00:00 PM
c'mon, Joe, bring it....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 25, 2008, 06:55:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 25, 2008, 06:55:00 PM
I'm not sure how many Game Wardens would want to run into this character anyway! But it sure looks like he took their advice with orange and a Sunday bonnet. He's even got his hands up :biglaugh: Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08130.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08130.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 25, 2008, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 25, 2008, 07:08:00 PM
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 25, 2008, 07:20:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 25, 2008, 07:20:00 PM
Oh yeah doc you better believe it..I slept in hunter oragne the rest of the week....you gotta know when to say when....as for the bonnet that was for you on fathers day remember...I wanted to make it a special day for all use fathers that were off doing what we do best....dressing up weird..........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 25, 2008, 07:21:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 25, 2008, 07:21:00 PM
Just to be on the safe side, we made Bowdoc take the first bites at each meal...but with that simle you still couldn't predict if it were safe or not :bigsmyl: Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08115.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08115.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on June 25, 2008, 08:45:00 PM
Post by: RRock on June 25, 2008, 08:45:00 PM
If you fellas keep posting pictures of me, I might just become a legend in my own mind!!!
JC, not only are you a bear skinin fool, but you spin a darn fine story.
Paul, you might have something there. This has kind of a fraternal kind of feeling. How about this, For all those who have survived the initiation rights of Bear Quest I and II and futher Quests, such as 4' high stands 12 feet from the crib and Bowdoc, you are qualified to become a member of "BOB", Brothers of the Bear. BOB of course is the first level. Now, for the second level "WBBOB" White Bearded Brothers of the Bear". When attaining this level you will be due all the respect that age, experience, wisdom, Woodsmanship demand. Skills that are mastered at this level include such things as the ability to sleep in a stand without falling off. The ability to sleep in a stand and remember where you are when you wake up. The ability to not pock yourself with a sharp or semi-sharp broadhead and most importantly and perhaps the most difficult skill to master and be consistently good at, the ability to remember which tree you leaned your bow up against after you take a wizzzzz. Oh yea, ya gotta have a white beard too. Now, what do you think, you can have the "BOB" or the much sought after and almost impossible to attain "WBBOB" appellation after your name and at the bottom of your posts here on the Tradgang.
JC, not only are you a bear skinin fool, but you spin a darn fine story.
Paul, you might have something there. This has kind of a fraternal kind of feeling. How about this, For all those who have survived the initiation rights of Bear Quest I and II and futher Quests, such as 4' high stands 12 feet from the crib and Bowdoc, you are qualified to become a member of "BOB", Brothers of the Bear. BOB of course is the first level. Now, for the second level "WBBOB" White Bearded Brothers of the Bear". When attaining this level you will be due all the respect that age, experience, wisdom, Woodsmanship demand. Skills that are mastered at this level include such things as the ability to sleep in a stand without falling off. The ability to sleep in a stand and remember where you are when you wake up. The ability to not pock yourself with a sharp or semi-sharp broadhead and most importantly and perhaps the most difficult skill to master and be consistently good at, the ability to remember which tree you leaned your bow up against after you take a wizzzzz. Oh yea, ya gotta have a white beard too. Now, what do you think, you can have the "BOB" or the much sought after and almost impossible to attain "WBBOB" appellation after your name and at the bottom of your posts here on the Tradgang.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Ken E. on June 25, 2008, 09:41:00 PM
Post by: Ken E. on June 25, 2008, 09:41:00 PM
First I want to thank Tom, Allen, Lloyd, Eric and Don for putting together Bear quest without them none of this wonderful experince would have happened. Second it was great to spend a week with such good people enjoying each others company and hearing everyones stories.
(http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i293/KenE_2006/Bear/IMG_1354.jpg)
(http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i293/KenE_2006/Bear/IMG_1354.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Ken E. on June 25, 2008, 09:45:00 PM
Post by: Ken E. on June 25, 2008, 09:45:00 PM
The hunting was unbelievable. I still can't believe the opportunites everyone had. This is my bear taken off "Arrow" stand which was not hit at all until we got into camp the second week. Taken with my homemade longbow.
(http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i293/KenE_2006/Bear/IMG_1304.jpg)
(http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i293/KenE_2006/Bear/IMG_1304.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Ken E. on June 25, 2008, 09:49:00 PM
Post by: Ken E. on June 25, 2008, 09:49:00 PM
The great thing about the group of guys in camp was that everyone pitched in and helped. JC and Joe jumped in with the knives a blazin to help me with my bear since this was my first. Thanks for the help guys.
(http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i293/KenE_2006/Bear/IMG_1327.jpg)
(http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i293/KenE_2006/Bear/IMG_1327.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Guru on June 25, 2008, 09:54:00 PM
Post by: Guru on June 25, 2008, 09:54:00 PM
Man I'm really missin' out by not getting in on this one yet......I really gotta figure out what I want to do next year soon :(
Incredible story tellin' fellas :notworthy: :clapper:
Incredible story tellin' fellas :notworthy: :clapper:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 25, 2008, 10:25:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on June 25, 2008, 10:25:00 PM
After the first night's action and some much needed sleep, Sunday morning broke clear and cool. Coffee, breakfast and morning socializing soon led to checking and topping the baits.
Thomas "Hogdancer" Burns, Grant Young and I were hunting the water stands. Thomas is right at home with the water and a boat and the BQ Crew let us handle the baits on our own. I really appreciated that, too, as working it adds so much to the hunt. The Raptor stand had been hit a bit after I left the evening before, Blowdown and Cove stands looked quiet and the Moose Tower had been wiped out. We freshened them all and headed back to the lodge for lunch and more relaxation and fun.
After lunch and a nap, it was time to get going again. Having seen three bears the first night, I was really excited as I slipped up the hill to the Raptor Stand. And I was carrying something special with me, too. I had brought some "expired" fried chicken and sweet breads with me from home. I added these to the barrel and climbed into the stand. It only took a couple of minutes to to get my video camera set up, and I was hunting again.
Tonight's action was slow and I'm sure I nodded off a couple of times until just before 7:00 when I heard a stick snap somewhere up the hill from me. My pulse kicked up a couple of notches and I was awake now with my eyes WIDE open. There could only be two things up there to snap a stick, and neither of them spoke French.
It was a short ten minutes or so when I spotted something black moving down the hill toward me. I got my first good look at its head at about forty yards out and I knew it wasn't BooBoo. I got my camera turned on and slowly stood up. He came in slowly, but without any question and stopped when he hit the grease line in the dirt. He dug at the dirt, sniffed some more and then started eating it. Yeah, he was eating the greasy dirt!. After a few minutes of that, he came around to the side of the crib, munched some bone pieces, grabbed a hunk of fat, turned and went back up the hill. He didn't go far and I could still see him through the trees and brush. Within a few minutes, he was on his way back down.
This was my first bear hunt and my fourth bear seen from the stand. Although far from being a judge of bears, I was comfortable that this was one that I didn't want to pass on. Many friends had told me to be patient and wait for the bear and the shot that I wanted. That bear was here, now I just had to wait out the shot.
He passed on the dirt this time and came right around to the bait. It was amazing just having him in front of me. His coat was beautiful, his head large and round, and just a small flash of white on his chest. I was in awe and for now anyway, just watching him was more than enough. He came around and ate a little meat and moved in front of the barrel. Then, he found the chicken. He must have some relatives down south, because he really liked that fried chicken and cleaned up every last morsel before laying down at the Hostess bucket for dessert. Even though he seemed very confident at the bait, his head was constantly coming up, looking, listening and sniffing for dangers.
After about twenty minutes of total visit time, the tape in my camera came to it's end. I hadn't thought about the forty minutes I had taken the night before and now I was on my own. That was just as well though, as now there was only one thing for me to concentrate on. It was another five minutes or so when he backed up from the barrel, turned to the left and stood straight up on all fours, looking down to the lake, slightly past broadside. In the words of an old Florida fishing guide, "If you believe in the hereafter, this is what you're here after."
Thomas "Hogdancer" Burns, Grant Young and I were hunting the water stands. Thomas is right at home with the water and a boat and the BQ Crew let us handle the baits on our own. I really appreciated that, too, as working it adds so much to the hunt. The Raptor stand had been hit a bit after I left the evening before, Blowdown and Cove stands looked quiet and the Moose Tower had been wiped out. We freshened them all and headed back to the lodge for lunch and more relaxation and fun.
After lunch and a nap, it was time to get going again. Having seen three bears the first night, I was really excited as I slipped up the hill to the Raptor Stand. And I was carrying something special with me, too. I had brought some "expired" fried chicken and sweet breads with me from home. I added these to the barrel and climbed into the stand. It only took a couple of minutes to to get my video camera set up, and I was hunting again.
Tonight's action was slow and I'm sure I nodded off a couple of times until just before 7:00 when I heard a stick snap somewhere up the hill from me. My pulse kicked up a couple of notches and I was awake now with my eyes WIDE open. There could only be two things up there to snap a stick, and neither of them spoke French.
It was a short ten minutes or so when I spotted something black moving down the hill toward me. I got my first good look at its head at about forty yards out and I knew it wasn't BooBoo. I got my camera turned on and slowly stood up. He came in slowly, but without any question and stopped when he hit the grease line in the dirt. He dug at the dirt, sniffed some more and then started eating it. Yeah, he was eating the greasy dirt!. After a few minutes of that, he came around to the side of the crib, munched some bone pieces, grabbed a hunk of fat, turned and went back up the hill. He didn't go far and I could still see him through the trees and brush. Within a few minutes, he was on his way back down.
This was my first bear hunt and my fourth bear seen from the stand. Although far from being a judge of bears, I was comfortable that this was one that I didn't want to pass on. Many friends had told me to be patient and wait for the bear and the shot that I wanted. That bear was here, now I just had to wait out the shot.
He passed on the dirt this time and came right around to the bait. It was amazing just having him in front of me. His coat was beautiful, his head large and round, and just a small flash of white on his chest. I was in awe and for now anyway, just watching him was more than enough. He came around and ate a little meat and moved in front of the barrel. Then, he found the chicken. He must have some relatives down south, because he really liked that fried chicken and cleaned up every last morsel before laying down at the Hostess bucket for dessert. Even though he seemed very confident at the bait, his head was constantly coming up, looking, listening and sniffing for dangers.
After about twenty minutes of total visit time, the tape in my camera came to it's end. I hadn't thought about the forty minutes I had taken the night before and now I was on my own. That was just as well though, as now there was only one thing for me to concentrate on. It was another five minutes or so when he backed up from the barrel, turned to the left and stood straight up on all fours, looking down to the lake, slightly past broadside. In the words of an old Florida fishing guide, "If you believe in the hereafter, this is what you're here after."
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Killdeer on June 25, 2008, 10:25:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on June 25, 2008, 10:25:00 PM
I wanna grow a white beard.
Killdeer :)
Killdeer :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 25, 2008, 10:39:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on June 25, 2008, 10:39:00 PM
WOW Ken, That's a gorgeous bear! Congratulations on taking him with YOUR longbow!
Yeah, Guru, this is a hunt worth going on. I can't make it again in '09, but then, this needs to be shared, too.
Yeah, Guru, this is a hunt worth going on. I can't make it again in '09, but then, this needs to be shared, too.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 25, 2008, 10:42:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 25, 2008, 10:42:00 PM
Sunday came early, but I was refreshed from a good nights sleep. Day two had begun. Soon after coffee and breakfast, the Tippit Terminator recovery team was on it's way.
(http://inlinethumb19.webshots.com/32722/2470093520049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
Doc's bear set the stage and we were all excited. For some of us, this was our first bear hunt and to see these creatures up close had us filled with anticipation.
The afternoon came and I was off to the Long Trail. This time I was ready for him as I made up my mind up that I was not budging until there was no more light. The evening prior, the bear had approached at 9:10 from directly behind me. My movement 5 minutes to early had been detected and I never saw him. Only 3 woofs and crashing brush told me of his presence. This time I was ready.
I crawled into my perch and waited. I had not been sitting an hour when directly behind me I heard foot steps...large foot steps! I knew not to move even through the approach would place him directly under me, and I was only 4 feet off the ground. You all know how it is...the adrenalin kicks in, you can hear your heart thumping, your mouth gets dry. Without moving, I strain my eyes downward. Suddenly, the the brush directly below erupts as he charges towards the crib...........
(http://inlinethumb19.webshots.com/32722/2470093520049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
Doc's bear set the stage and we were all excited. For some of us, this was our first bear hunt and to see these creatures up close had us filled with anticipation.
The afternoon came and I was off to the Long Trail. This time I was ready for him as I made up my mind up that I was not budging until there was no more light. The evening prior, the bear had approached at 9:10 from directly behind me. My movement 5 minutes to early had been detected and I never saw him. Only 3 woofs and crashing brush told me of his presence. This time I was ready.
I crawled into my perch and waited. I had not been sitting an hour when directly behind me I heard foot steps...large foot steps! I knew not to move even through the approach would place him directly under me, and I was only 4 feet off the ground. You all know how it is...the adrenalin kicks in, you can hear your heart thumping, your mouth gets dry. Without moving, I strain my eyes downward. Suddenly, the the brush directly below erupts as he charges towards the crib...........
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 25, 2008, 10:46:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 25, 2008, 10:46:00 PM
More to come in the mornin....should be ready by the time ya'll are in the middle of yer first cup.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 25, 2008, 10:52:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 25, 2008, 10:52:00 PM
Ken builds a fine bow and the rest is on the RIGHT side! (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v488/Shortbldtr/IMG_0017.jpg)
Matt Beard I've got. The rest of the WBBOB list'll be a tough go.
:eek:
JC you tell a fine tale.
Bamboo and osage don't need no carbon. Works well with arrows though.
:thumbsup:
Matt Beard I've got. The rest of the WBBOB list'll be a tough go.
:eek:
JC you tell a fine tale.
Bamboo and osage don't need no carbon. Works well with arrows though.
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Charlie Lamb on June 25, 2008, 10:57:00 PM
Post by: Charlie Lamb on June 25, 2008, 10:57:00 PM
Great story tellin fellas!! I think we all wish we were there. This is certainly the next best thing.
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 25, 2008, 11:04:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 25, 2008, 11:04:00 PM
The disection table saw plenty of action and it seemed JC was always in the middle of it. That boy likes to undress bears!
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyIMG_0321.jpg)
This was the first big trip of many to come for Cutter. This knife was made by Skyler Wilson for the St. Jude's auction and purchased by Chris Surtess. While Chris is serving in Iraq, his new knife is making some memories for him. I think Bear Quest II was the first stop, and got in on some good skinning action.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyIMG_0305.jpg)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyIMG_0321.jpg)
This was the first big trip of many to come for Cutter. This knife was made by Skyler Wilson for the St. Jude's auction and purchased by Chris Surtess. While Chris is serving in Iraq, his new knife is making some memories for him. I think Bear Quest II was the first stop, and got in on some good skinning action.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y80/Jlasch/CopyIMG_0305.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 25, 2008, 11:48:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 25, 2008, 11:48:00 PM
JC is definitely a pro at the skinning table. He gave a few of us lessons which was greatly appreciated. Lloyd and Eric were always there as well. You would think those bears had zippers on those fur coats. When a bear came in, it was often boned, bagged, and on the way to the freezer in around an hour.
Whip makes short work of bears too! Doc and I went fishing one day and returned well before dark only to find a very special broken arrow and Whip preparing for a trip to the freezer. Waiting in the ranks, was Lloyd's contribution to the skinning shed as well. Ken arrived later that evening with more good news.
(http://inlinethumb33.webshots.com/32544/2637479170049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
(http://inlinethumb07.webshots.com/40326/2260895560049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
If you look close, little grass remains in the skinning shed. The sign of a good two weeks.
Whip makes short work of bears too! Doc and I went fishing one day and returned well before dark only to find a very special broken arrow and Whip preparing for a trip to the freezer. Waiting in the ranks, was Lloyd's contribution to the skinning shed as well. Ken arrived later that evening with more good news.
(http://inlinethumb33.webshots.com/32544/2637479170049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
(http://inlinethumb07.webshots.com/40326/2260895560049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
If you look close, little grass remains in the skinning shed. The sign of a good two weeks.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 26, 2008, 12:34:00 AM
Post by: BlkDog on June 26, 2008, 12:34:00 AM
...Suddenly, the the brush directly below erupts as he charges towards the crib.
My heart missed a beat as he quickly came into view. The anticipation of those heavy foot steps really had the adrenalin flowing. There he was....and not a rub on him. His ears seemed large so I knew, he was not the one I was looking for. I had to let him go. Suddenly a calm fell over me as he made the final approach to the crib. Although my hands still trembled from the excitement, I decided to only snap a few photos. I never realized they found donuts so appealing.
(http://inlinethumb02.webshots.com/31489/2146253340049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
(http://inlinethumb14.webshots.com/43149/2299612460049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
The remainder of the night was uneventual. My bear from the evening prior, never showed. At 9:40, I climbed out and made my way to the pick up point. The following day, I would find myself in a new stand.
My heart missed a beat as he quickly came into view. The anticipation of those heavy foot steps really had the adrenalin flowing. There he was....and not a rub on him. His ears seemed large so I knew, he was not the one I was looking for. I had to let him go. Suddenly a calm fell over me as he made the final approach to the crib. Although my hands still trembled from the excitement, I decided to only snap a few photos. I never realized they found donuts so appealing.
(http://inlinethumb02.webshots.com/31489/2146253340049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
(http://inlinethumb14.webshots.com/43149/2299612460049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
The remainder of the night was uneventual. My bear from the evening prior, never showed. At 9:40, I climbed out and made my way to the pick up point. The following day, I would find myself in a new stand.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Firstarrow on June 26, 2008, 06:21:00 AM
Post by: Firstarrow on June 26, 2008, 06:21:00 AM
lol! CLASSIC!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 26, 2008, 07:25:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 26, 2008, 07:25:00 AM
and then..........................bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 26, 2008, 07:59:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on June 26, 2008, 07:59:00 AM
Bowdoc, you're up early for a west coast guy. Having trouble sleeping without the snoring quartet?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 26, 2008, 08:04:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on June 26, 2008, 08:04:00 AM
Ken, that's a great looking bear. What was the weight on it?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 26, 2008, 08:20:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 26, 2008, 08:20:00 AM
Brent I have to get up early everyday to keep an eye on the tradgang....I'am affriad I may miss some new topic...got a ton of work to get caught up on too...and wishing I was still up a tree in La Tuque.....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 26, 2008, 09:06:00 AM
Post by: tippit on June 26, 2008, 09:06:00 AM
Barring any medical conditions as in scratched cornea, there will be a new addition to Team Tippit next year. Tilly to be added to the tracking team! After we got back from La Tuque, she was guarding JC's pack that had some bear blood on it and wouldn't leave it...Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Tilly/Tilly08006.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Tilly/Tilly08006.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: fatman on June 26, 2008, 09:09:00 AM
Post by: fatman on June 26, 2008, 09:09:00 AM
JC, I'm on my THIRD cup....and I'm on Central Time!!! :coffee: :goldtooth:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 26, 2008, 12:02:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 26, 2008, 12:02:00 PM
HA! Work intervenes...looks like others are moving it along nicely. I'll have my installment shortly.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 26, 2008, 01:14:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 26, 2008, 01:14:00 PM
Sat Morning 6/14: We coasted into the only open gas station north of the border at 2am, missing an exit somewhere along the way that was supposedly easy to find. We rolled into La Tuque about 5am, 4 ½ hours early to meet Tom and the first week hunters. Needless to say, the snoring from our cars as we camped out in front of the sporting goods store sounded like a freight train...we were just a bit whooped. Despite numerous hard looks from the locals as they came in for work, no one called the police.
We dragged our road weary tails into the diner portion of the restaurant to get a hot meal. Good food, although my translation for the guys at my table was a bit rusty considering my middle school French. Somehow, Kip got his food first...and it looked better than ours...sneaky Cajuns and their French smooth talk!
Meeting up with the first group was a great reunion as well as a chance to put a face to a name that you knew well from Tradgang. Sadly, it was far too short (next time we'll come straight into camp and wake dem jokers up for some parlay). We caught up on the stories, the laughs and sifted through the tales for any information about stand activity. It sounded like everyone had opportunities and the twinkle in each man's eye foretold of the excitement we had in store.
From La Tuque north to our camp would be on a dirt road. If you've never driven on a Candian gravel "highway", it's an experience you should sample at least once in your life. If you can't make it to Canada, you can get a rough idea of what it's like by pouring a ton of ¼" ball bearings on the road in front of your house, dust your car with flour until you can barely see out the windshield and play chicken with the garbage truck while it barrels down on you at 75 mph. Of course, you still will only take out your neighbor's mailbox if you slide off the road instead of plummeting to your inevitable doom on the shoulder of a Canadian "highway" so it's not quite the same...but you get the general idea. 20 Ton log trucks do NOT stop to give you the right of way on a one lane bridge, nor do the locals fear a little paint trading as they slide past you sideways to the next corner. These Canucks make Bo and Luke Duke look like amateurs. I suggest some enterprising Canadian businessman start up a NASCAR team and begin his search for a winning driver somewhere along a Quebec backroad.
Camp was fantastic, even better than last year. The communal building would make things much closer than our 2 cabins from QQI...course, that can be a bad thing with beans and snoring.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0227.jpg)
The view was spectacular, just as I remembered.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0226.jpg)
We dragged our road weary tails into the diner portion of the restaurant to get a hot meal. Good food, although my translation for the guys at my table was a bit rusty considering my middle school French. Somehow, Kip got his food first...and it looked better than ours...sneaky Cajuns and their French smooth talk!
Meeting up with the first group was a great reunion as well as a chance to put a face to a name that you knew well from Tradgang. Sadly, it was far too short (next time we'll come straight into camp and wake dem jokers up for some parlay). We caught up on the stories, the laughs and sifted through the tales for any information about stand activity. It sounded like everyone had opportunities and the twinkle in each man's eye foretold of the excitement we had in store.
From La Tuque north to our camp would be on a dirt road. If you've never driven on a Candian gravel "highway", it's an experience you should sample at least once in your life. If you can't make it to Canada, you can get a rough idea of what it's like by pouring a ton of ¼" ball bearings on the road in front of your house, dust your car with flour until you can barely see out the windshield and play chicken with the garbage truck while it barrels down on you at 75 mph. Of course, you still will only take out your neighbor's mailbox if you slide off the road instead of plummeting to your inevitable doom on the shoulder of a Canadian "highway" so it's not quite the same...but you get the general idea. 20 Ton log trucks do NOT stop to give you the right of way on a one lane bridge, nor do the locals fear a little paint trading as they slide past you sideways to the next corner. These Canucks make Bo and Luke Duke look like amateurs. I suggest some enterprising Canadian businessman start up a NASCAR team and begin his search for a winning driver somewhere along a Quebec backroad.
Camp was fantastic, even better than last year. The communal building would make things much closer than our 2 cabins from QQI...course, that can be a bad thing with beans and snoring.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0227.jpg)
The view was spectacular, just as I remembered.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0226.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 26, 2008, 01:34:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 26, 2008, 01:34:00 PM
The frantic flurry of activity that followed produced an eruption of gear rarely seen by those outside a space shuttle mission. It took 15 seconds to admire our accommodations and sort out sleeping arrangements, then another hour and a half unloading all manner of coolers, cases, bags, and duffels.
Soon the bows were broken out and we proceeded to ventilate the bear targets from both the ground and the dizzying height of 6 feet. The stand was a point of interest as the team looked on wide eyed when Lloyd explained proper procedure should a bear set it's chin on your platform to sniff your boots. "Awwww, they're just curious is all." The symphonic "GULP" as adam's apples moved in unison ended the lecture.
Stands were chosen from a hat with Tom drawing each hunter's name. Most I knew from last year, some had been added while some old ones repositioned. Names that will ring in the ears of many for years to come: The Deli, The Bowl, The Glove, Black Label, Moose Path, Moose Tower, Bird...names both as descriptive and obscure as hunters are apt to create. Tom chose me for Mile Marker 42...a stand I had hunted last year. He offered to redraw but considering one stand was as good as any in this bear-rich area, and I particularly liked that stand last year, I opted to stick with it. Besides, I got a good feeling when he called out the stand...go with your gut.
We divided up to run baits and headed out with an eager spring in our steps.
Wait a minute...wait a minute, I can't leave it as simple as that. Intermission....
Have you ever run a bear bait before? In this case, we were peddlin doughnuts, pastries, twinkie-type treats, rancid meat trimmings and the most vile, foul, putrid concoction of rotten walleye carcases and water...which when sealed in 5 gallon buckets and steeped in the sun for weeks created an emulsion that could only be found in a bear camp or the bowels of Hades. All topped by a squirt of quaint little vintage brewed by the light of the moon that smelled vaguely of bacon, licorice, and old socks. It was common practice to see guys fight bouts of nausea and reflexive gagging during a bait run...many hung their baiting clothes downwind of camp only to burn them right before we left. In short, we had all the stuff needed to get a bear's attention and keep it.
Now...where was I...
Soon the bows were broken out and we proceeded to ventilate the bear targets from both the ground and the dizzying height of 6 feet. The stand was a point of interest as the team looked on wide eyed when Lloyd explained proper procedure should a bear set it's chin on your platform to sniff your boots. "Awwww, they're just curious is all." The symphonic "GULP" as adam's apples moved in unison ended the lecture.
Stands were chosen from a hat with Tom drawing each hunter's name. Most I knew from last year, some had been added while some old ones repositioned. Names that will ring in the ears of many for years to come: The Deli, The Bowl, The Glove, Black Label, Moose Path, Moose Tower, Bird...names both as descriptive and obscure as hunters are apt to create. Tom chose me for Mile Marker 42...a stand I had hunted last year. He offered to redraw but considering one stand was as good as any in this bear-rich area, and I particularly liked that stand last year, I opted to stick with it. Besides, I got a good feeling when he called out the stand...go with your gut.
We divided up to run baits and headed out with an eager spring in our steps.
Wait a minute...wait a minute, I can't leave it as simple as that. Intermission....
Have you ever run a bear bait before? In this case, we were peddlin doughnuts, pastries, twinkie-type treats, rancid meat trimmings and the most vile, foul, putrid concoction of rotten walleye carcases and water...which when sealed in 5 gallon buckets and steeped in the sun for weeks created an emulsion that could only be found in a bear camp or the bowels of Hades. All topped by a squirt of quaint little vintage brewed by the light of the moon that smelled vaguely of bacon, licorice, and old socks. It was common practice to see guys fight bouts of nausea and reflexive gagging during a bait run...many hung their baiting clothes downwind of camp only to burn them right before we left. In short, we had all the stuff needed to get a bear's attention and keep it.
Now...where was I...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 26, 2008, 02:18:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 26, 2008, 02:18:00 PM
Wow now thats a sight........ (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt058.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 26, 2008, 03:38:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 26, 2008, 03:38:00 PM
Tom and Lloyd better quit screwing around during the picture taken sessions or they may find themselves doing dishing next year... (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt035.jpg)...Hey Whipcord Joe I forgot to ask you if this was a single bevel or double bevel broadhead ??????? oh yeah never mind I think I figured it out........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 26, 2008, 04:15:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 26, 2008, 04:15:00 PM
whatever bevel it is it needs more wrapping next time. He's lucky he didn't loose it. Speaking of which, did Eric ever find the tippit head from his bear?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 26, 2008, 04:40:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 26, 2008, 04:40:00 PM
Eric said he was going to take a metal detector back up next year...but I know the maker and can probably find him a new one a lot easier ;) Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 26, 2008, 06:15:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 26, 2008, 06:15:00 PM
Doc that would be super,Eric was a little sad about loseing it....You da man......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 26, 2008, 07:49:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 26, 2008, 07:49:00 PM
Just got back from shooting some 3d targets with Steve "Curveman" AKA Chile Magnate. We smoked the Bear targets :bigsmyl: He even bought me a beer...course I had to open the with the Beer Blade. It was fun catching up on group I & II escapades...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 26, 2008, 08:49:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 26, 2008, 08:49:00 PM
I don't think it really needed more wrapping Brent, jut a better hafting job. I received the point from Woody just days before leaving on the trip, so I tried to haft it onto an arrow that I already had made up. The one I used was already tapered at the tip and, cutting off the taper would have made it too short. After cutting the slot to mount the point the wood holding it on was pretty thin, so I used some extra sinew and hoped for the best. Lesson learned.
The arrow had full penetration through the chest cavity, and I think that the shaft broke as it hit an off side rib or leg bone. Luckily for me, the sinew was strong enough to hold the point fast to the shaft.
Using the stone point was a real highlight of the trip, and given a better hafting job, I won't hesitate to use one again. This one however is being retired to a place of honor on my wall. :bigsmyl:
The arrow had full penetration through the chest cavity, and I think that the shaft broke as it hit an off side rib or leg bone. Luckily for me, the sinew was strong enough to hold the point fast to the shaft.
Using the stone point was a real highlight of the trip, and given a better hafting job, I won't hesitate to use one again. This one however is being retired to a place of honor on my wall. :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 26, 2008, 09:00:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 26, 2008, 09:00:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Whip:As it should be! :thumbsup:
This one is however is being retired to a place of honor on my wall. :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Guru on June 26, 2008, 09:27:00 PM
Post by: Guru on June 26, 2008, 09:27:00 PM
absolutely!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 26, 2008, 10:12:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 26, 2008, 10:12:00 PM
Whip, That's an incredible feeling to harvest your intended prey with a stone point...not just any stone point but a Woody knapped point!! I know cause mine from last year is on my wall never to be used again...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 26, 2008, 10:18:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 26, 2008, 10:18:00 PM
Doc, What were the numbers on the Woody killed bears? Something like 3 or 4 bears taken with his points and ALL of them off the Deli bait? I think that bait has earned a new name!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 26, 2008, 10:19:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 26, 2008, 10:19:00 PM
Whip, no offense intended by my comment. Just an observation based on the pictures. I do know what you mean about the satisfaction of taking game with stone though. I keep my first stone head from a kill in my day pack for extra mojo!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 26, 2008, 10:54:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 26, 2008, 10:54:00 PM
I regretfully must say that 3 Bears did Not have a good day on the Deli with Woody's stone points. All had a walk up and find death moans. Tom & I last year & Whip Lasch (as Bowdoc would say) this year. I guess that is Woody's stand :thumbsup: Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 26, 2008, 11:12:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 26, 2008, 11:12:00 PM
Actually his new name is Whipcord Joe the Stoner,thank you very much and as the old bowdoc would say he came full circle...from what iceman hunted with in the begaining until Whipcord did it last week....over thousands of years of testing and still going strong...you otta frame it Joe and give it a safe place to live for another few thousand years.Purty cool story in my book....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 27, 2008, 12:21:00 AM
Post by: BlkDog on June 27, 2008, 12:21:00 AM
To help keep the memories alive, here are a few links I received from Steve once we all returned home.
Steve proved not only very handy with a bow, but also with a camera.
Video #1 (http://s146.photobucket.com/albums/r257/bow_dude/?action=view¤t=bearlove-1.flv)
Video #2 (http://s146.photobucket.com/albums/r257/bow_dude/?action=view¤t=08bearshot.flv)
Video #3 (http://s146.photobucket.com/albums/r257/bow_dude/?action=view¤t=deathmoanB.flv)
Steve proved not only very handy with a bow, but also with a camera.
Video #1 (http://s146.photobucket.com/albums/r257/bow_dude/?action=view¤t=bearlove-1.flv)
Video #2 (http://s146.photobucket.com/albums/r257/bow_dude/?action=view¤t=08bearshot.flv)
Video #3 (http://s146.photobucket.com/albums/r257/bow_dude/?action=view¤t=deathmoanB.flv)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 27, 2008, 12:39:00 AM
Post by: BlkDog on June 27, 2008, 12:39:00 AM
QuoteLloyd explained proper procedure should a bear set it's chin on your platform to sniff your boots. "Awwww, they're just curious is all."Ummm, I am not so sure they are "just curious." :scared:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 27, 2008, 05:09:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on June 27, 2008, 05:09:00 AM
Steve/John,
Great video! What bait was that? I'm sitting here trying to figure it out but don't recognize it.
Great video! What bait was that? I'm sitting here trying to figure it out but don't recognize it.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 27, 2008, 06:35:00 AM
Post by: tippit on June 27, 2008, 06:35:00 AM
I'm on my way to pick up a couple lumin-nocks! Pretty cool video. Thanks Steve & Jay...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Bill Carlsen on June 27, 2008, 07:34:00 AM
Post by: Bill Carlsen on June 27, 2008, 07:34:00 AM
Luminoks rock...great video.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 27, 2008, 08:14:00 AM
Post by: PV on June 27, 2008, 08:14:00 AM
Steve's video's were taken at Black Label.
Thanks for posting them Jay.
Now for the rest of your story.............
Thanks for posting them Jay.
Now for the rest of your story.............
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 27, 2008, 08:28:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on June 27, 2008, 08:28:00 AM
so that's 4 bears taken on the Black Label? What was the final tally for bears taken at each bait? Does anyone know?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 27, 2008, 08:38:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 27, 2008, 08:38:00 AM
I ai'nt no hunting video man...but I gotta tell ya Steve that was outstanding footage dude and one of the best...cleanest hunting video's I've ever seen....Thank you for that great menory...This week...you da man...I can't wait the share a camp with you again my friend.....Thanks Jay for posting...I'am gonna hit the save button on that one for sure....purty neat........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 27, 2008, 09:18:00 AM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 27, 2008, 09:18:00 AM
Cool Video! :thumbsup: :notworthy:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on June 27, 2008, 09:25:00 AM
Post by: RRock on June 27, 2008, 09:25:00 AM
Steve, Thats the same log that stopped my arrow.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Shaun on June 27, 2008, 09:27:00 AM
Post by: Shaun on June 27, 2008, 09:27:00 AM
Great video. Love the part where you start breathing again in vid #2.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: lt-m-grow on June 27, 2008, 10:15:00 AM
Post by: lt-m-grow on June 27, 2008, 10:15:00 AM
I love the video and the stories too.
That luminoc is a rock star. I must of replayed that arrow flight piece 10 times.
I love this sport -- stone heads and LEDs all in the same story and both are cool.
Go figure....
That luminoc is a rock star. I must of replayed that arrow flight piece 10 times.
I love this sport -- stone heads and LEDs all in the same story and both are cool.
Go figure....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hill boy on June 27, 2008, 10:16:00 AM
Post by: hill boy on June 27, 2008, 10:16:00 AM
I knew that video looked like home.I tried to shoot some when I was on the black label but dropped my camara and gave it up.I'll have to save these.Thanks for the vids :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 27, 2008, 10:56:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 27, 2008, 10:56:00 AM
No SH*&^% I made my wife watch it about 3 times and she hates hunting video's...go figure huh.She thought is was nice...she could barely hear the bear expireing...thought the shot was fast and clean.....Thanks Steve you da man....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on June 27, 2008, 11:42:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on June 27, 2008, 11:42:00 AM
Can't wait to see it when I get to my home computer!
Funny Barry story: We get to the Border and I hand out all the passports. The Canadian border guard exclaims: "Barry Wensel?! I know Barry Wensel! I read about him in the magazines! I'm a hunter too!" I say: "Yeah, that's really him but he's a real pain in the arse, don't believe what you read in the magazines!" The CBG started laughing (Barry too fortunately!) and just waved us through without a question! :biglaugh:
Funny Barry story: We get to the Border and I hand out all the passports. The Canadian border guard exclaims: "Barry Wensel?! I know Barry Wensel! I read about him in the magazines! I'm a hunter too!" I say: "Yeah, that's really him but he's a real pain in the arse, don't believe what you read in the magazines!" The CBG started laughing (Barry too fortunately!) and just waved us through without a question! :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 27, 2008, 11:52:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 27, 2008, 11:52:00 AM
Tom told them he knew bowdoc and we all got pulled to the side for inspection...bd
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tique on June 27, 2008, 12:17:00 PM
Post by: Tique on June 27, 2008, 12:17:00 PM
Great job on those videos; that luminock looks like a bolt of lightening. Perfect shot too. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: fatman on June 27, 2008, 12:25:00 PM
Post by: fatman on June 27, 2008, 12:25:00 PM
GREAT video!
:campfire:
:campfire:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 01:48:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 01:48:00 PM
Mile Marker 42 was in a familiar spot...it sat on the same creek as last year, only on the other side of the water. A ridge flowed down a hill to a small saddle-like area on the creek, with bear trails crossing the ridge and saddle like the hiking paths in a suburban park. The timber was thick and dark, with a small opening where the bait and my stand sat.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0221.jpg)
As luck would have it, the stand was the Cadillac of the Quebec woods. Eric had outfitted it with one of the API sling type seats that sat more like a recliner than anything. Maybe that's why I kept sitting there?....or was it something else?
Anyway, first evening was uneventful for bear, not a single black hair was sighted. However, it sure was good to be in the woods...and the cool temps were a far cry from mid 90's I had just been in a few days ago. I did watch numerous red squirrels fight and jockey for position in and out of the bait barrel, a snowshoe came in to check out what was going on, all accompanied by the constant, unnerving hum of a healthy mosquito and black fly population. I hope the guy who invented the thermacell is sipping some exotic concoction on a South Pacific island right now.
Back at camp I heard of all the nights activities, mainly that Jeff had already tagged out with his mojo combo. Others had sightings or opportunities...it was already shaping up to be a very active hunt. Don't remember what we had for dinner that night but I know I shoveled it down with a cold barely pop and I was already asleep by the time my head hit the pillow.
Sun 6/15: Daylight comes early that far North and East so we began stirring around 5:30am. Bear hunting is what my Grandfather would have referred to as "a gentlemanly pursuit," meaning, you didn't have to be up and on the stand an hour before daylight. We milled around camp, talking and getting to know one another, prepping for the day with coffee and cereal.
Most of the day was focused around prepping, traveling and cleaning up for bait runs. I'd like to take a minute to thank Tom, Allan, Eric, and Lloyd for all their work on the initial baiting runs and preparing and having the bait ready. This is a monumental task for this many stands for 2 weeks of hunting. Incredible effort that was rewarded by a full meat locker and many happy smiles.
A few bull sessions, some arrows flung and we found ourselves in late afternoon...gearing up for the night's hunt. As I climbed into my stand for the evening (I could have jumped up there but I was on vacation) I felt myself slowing down from the pace of normal life back home. It was a wonderful respite to simply sit and observe God's glory...with no more responsibility than to sit still and enjoy breathing. It's after a few hours like this in the woods that you really realize how un-natural our daily habits are as modern man...and how rejuvenating the return is to our more primal state.
Happy to just be alive and not shackled to a computer or cell phone, relaxed and overjoyed to simply be there, comfortable and enjoying the view of the woods and the beautiful Shawnee that lay across my lap...it just doesn't get any better. Wait a minute! It just did....a small bear's head appeared behind and to the left of the bait crib. It never ceases to amaze me how bears just appear out of thin air in places you had scanned just moments before. Their ability to walk in absolute silence is unparalelled in any animal I have hunted. It may be partly because this arborial region was mostly covered in thick most and soft loam but the bear's feet are a remarkable adaptation. I've heard all sorts of critters move through the woods/fields in my hunting career, and even big cats had nothing on these bears. If they truly wanted to eat you there would be nothing you could do about it...they'd be breathing on your neck before you had any idea one was in the county.
The small bear tested the wind with it's nose, timidly picking it's way around the crib, watching the bait...bobbing and weaving it's head at the barrel like an old doe does when she thinks she sees something and is trying to get a better viewing angle. Apparently, it didn't like the look of the barrel...turned and vanished as quickly as it appeared. It all happened so fast my heart rate did not climb until after it was gone.
I knew I had not been the cause of the departure, I hadn't blinked more than once or twice. Ten or more anxious minutes later, a black form reappeared on the ridge behind the crib. A few blinks more to insure it was not a mirage, I made out the form had two sets of legs. Were they BIG legs or did just not realize what part of the bear I was looking at? Surely that's not the same.....WHOA NELLY! The bear stepped from behind the shrub that had obscured the other half of it's ample frame.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0221.jpg)
As luck would have it, the stand was the Cadillac of the Quebec woods. Eric had outfitted it with one of the API sling type seats that sat more like a recliner than anything. Maybe that's why I kept sitting there?....or was it something else?
Anyway, first evening was uneventful for bear, not a single black hair was sighted. However, it sure was good to be in the woods...and the cool temps were a far cry from mid 90's I had just been in a few days ago. I did watch numerous red squirrels fight and jockey for position in and out of the bait barrel, a snowshoe came in to check out what was going on, all accompanied by the constant, unnerving hum of a healthy mosquito and black fly population. I hope the guy who invented the thermacell is sipping some exotic concoction on a South Pacific island right now.
Back at camp I heard of all the nights activities, mainly that Jeff had already tagged out with his mojo combo. Others had sightings or opportunities...it was already shaping up to be a very active hunt. Don't remember what we had for dinner that night but I know I shoveled it down with a cold barely pop and I was already asleep by the time my head hit the pillow.
Sun 6/15: Daylight comes early that far North and East so we began stirring around 5:30am. Bear hunting is what my Grandfather would have referred to as "a gentlemanly pursuit," meaning, you didn't have to be up and on the stand an hour before daylight. We milled around camp, talking and getting to know one another, prepping for the day with coffee and cereal.
Most of the day was focused around prepping, traveling and cleaning up for bait runs. I'd like to take a minute to thank Tom, Allan, Eric, and Lloyd for all their work on the initial baiting runs and preparing and having the bait ready. This is a monumental task for this many stands for 2 weeks of hunting. Incredible effort that was rewarded by a full meat locker and many happy smiles.
A few bull sessions, some arrows flung and we found ourselves in late afternoon...gearing up for the night's hunt. As I climbed into my stand for the evening (I could have jumped up there but I was on vacation) I felt myself slowing down from the pace of normal life back home. It was a wonderful respite to simply sit and observe God's glory...with no more responsibility than to sit still and enjoy breathing. It's after a few hours like this in the woods that you really realize how un-natural our daily habits are as modern man...and how rejuvenating the return is to our more primal state.
Happy to just be alive and not shackled to a computer or cell phone, relaxed and overjoyed to simply be there, comfortable and enjoying the view of the woods and the beautiful Shawnee that lay across my lap...it just doesn't get any better. Wait a minute! It just did....a small bear's head appeared behind and to the left of the bait crib. It never ceases to amaze me how bears just appear out of thin air in places you had scanned just moments before. Their ability to walk in absolute silence is unparalelled in any animal I have hunted. It may be partly because this arborial region was mostly covered in thick most and soft loam but the bear's feet are a remarkable adaptation. I've heard all sorts of critters move through the woods/fields in my hunting career, and even big cats had nothing on these bears. If they truly wanted to eat you there would be nothing you could do about it...they'd be breathing on your neck before you had any idea one was in the county.
The small bear tested the wind with it's nose, timidly picking it's way around the crib, watching the bait...bobbing and weaving it's head at the barrel like an old doe does when she thinks she sees something and is trying to get a better viewing angle. Apparently, it didn't like the look of the barrel...turned and vanished as quickly as it appeared. It all happened so fast my heart rate did not climb until after it was gone.
I knew I had not been the cause of the departure, I hadn't blinked more than once or twice. Ten or more anxious minutes later, a black form reappeared on the ridge behind the crib. A few blinks more to insure it was not a mirage, I made out the form had two sets of legs. Were they BIG legs or did just not realize what part of the bear I was looking at? Surely that's not the same.....WHOA NELLY! The bear stepped from behind the shrub that had obscured the other half of it's ample frame.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 27, 2008, 02:08:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on June 27, 2008, 02:08:00 PM
This just keeps getting better and better.........yahooooooo.... bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/hats001.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 02:41:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 02:41:00 PM
As many novice bear hunters realize the first few times they see a bear in a hunting situation, there is considerable ground shrinkage from what you thought was a monster and shot, to what you recovered. They just simply look soooo much bigger from any distance. Given that, I tempered my first flush of excitement...convincing myself it was not as big as I hoped and it was probably the same small bear that had visited the bait shortly before. The ball of black stood for what seemed like half the afternoon (maybe 5 minutes), staring in my direction but not necessarily at me. It didn't move, not a wiggle, not a sound...it just sat there.
Out of the corner of my eye, I saw a small black spot to the left of the crib again. NOW I knew it was two bears. No sooner did I recognize the spot when bear on the ridge crashed down through the brush at a ridiculous speed towards the other bear. It was incredibly fast...I caught glimpses of two black shapes for just an instant, then sounds of brush popping and mixed sounds that reminded me of the lions in the jungle scenes of old Tarzan movies. I couldn't hear much from that point as my ears were filled with a curious rhythmic "whooshing" sound...oh, that's just my heartbeat.
A few minutes later the large black form was back at the top of the ridge...just close enough for me to make up the lighter patch of brown that formed the muzzle as it stood out against the jet black body. This was definitely a bigger bear.
The staring match continued. It did it's best to see something...I did my best to be nothing. To my right, the tops of the brush moved in the small clearing, it was all I could do not to turn my head to see what new visitor was bound for the bait. This was yet another bear, certainly bigger than the first but probably not the size of the second. My eyes were beginning to get sore from all the strain of looking back and forth from one periphery to another. A bear's head poked above the brush, maybe not standing but certainly in the process, to look towards the bait. Again the big form bolted from the ridge and like a freight train derailed at high speed, it barreled unhindered through the thick brush of the cut-down/clearing, pushing a wake ahead of it that surely was the third bear fleeing for it's life. A few guttural growls, teeth pops and branch snaps later, all was quiet, leaving the area silent and empty.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0222.jpg)
Out of the corner of my eye, I saw a small black spot to the left of the crib again. NOW I knew it was two bears. No sooner did I recognize the spot when bear on the ridge crashed down through the brush at a ridiculous speed towards the other bear. It was incredibly fast...I caught glimpses of two black shapes for just an instant, then sounds of brush popping and mixed sounds that reminded me of the lions in the jungle scenes of old Tarzan movies. I couldn't hear much from that point as my ears were filled with a curious rhythmic "whooshing" sound...oh, that's just my heartbeat.
A few minutes later the large black form was back at the top of the ridge...just close enough for me to make up the lighter patch of brown that formed the muzzle as it stood out against the jet black body. This was definitely a bigger bear.
The staring match continued. It did it's best to see something...I did my best to be nothing. To my right, the tops of the brush moved in the small clearing, it was all I could do not to turn my head to see what new visitor was bound for the bait. This was yet another bear, certainly bigger than the first but probably not the size of the second. My eyes were beginning to get sore from all the strain of looking back and forth from one periphery to another. A bear's head poked above the brush, maybe not standing but certainly in the process, to look towards the bait. Again the big form bolted from the ridge and like a freight train derailed at high speed, it barreled unhindered through the thick brush of the cut-down/clearing, pushing a wake ahead of it that surely was the third bear fleeing for it's life. A few guttural growls, teeth pops and branch snaps later, all was quiet, leaving the area silent and empty.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0222.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: gregg dudley on June 27, 2008, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: gregg dudley on June 27, 2008, 05:05:00 PM
Come on JC! You are killing me with the slow play! I am leaving on vacation in the morning. Help your brother out!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: fatman on June 27, 2008, 06:02:00 PM
Post by: fatman on June 27, 2008, 06:02:00 PM
:bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Doc Nock on June 27, 2008, 06:03:00 PM
Post by: Doc Nock on June 27, 2008, 06:03:00 PM
Just cause he "quotes" Charlie, doesn't mean he has to tell stories as s-l-o-w- as Charlie! :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kingwouldbe on June 27, 2008, 07:24:00 PM
Post by: Kingwouldbe on June 27, 2008, 07:24:00 PM
Now JC, does Miss Kim have to put pieces of chocolate chip cookies on the keys so you can start typing :p LOL
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Doc Nock on June 27, 2008, 08:37:00 PM
Post by: Doc Nock on June 27, 2008, 08:37:00 PM
Guess to be fair, boys, he HAS been away from his boys and his bride just a while...maybe he needs some family time, eh? :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 27, 2008, 10:18:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 27, 2008, 10:18:00 PM
There is quite a bit of interest already for BEAR QUEST III next year.I will have to do a post soon once I finish putting away all my gear and clean up my notes from 2 weeks hunt.
Have a Good Weekend
Have a Good Weekend
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 10:30:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 10:30:00 PM
Dadgummed ya Tom, ya done gone and let em eat the filling afore they got through the cake! Ya ruirned it!
Any way...as I was saying....
Any way...as I was saying....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 10:35:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 10:35:00 PM
I saw the big'un three or four more times that evening. It came as close as 10 yards but never gave a good shot. At one point, I had both the bear and the barrel in my same field of view...the bear was substantially larger. So large, in fact, that it looked like it might get an arm in the barrel but little more.
The bear spent some time pretending to look at the barrel but it really spent most of it's time eyeing me in the stand. It would yawn and stretch, seemingly oblivious but all the while at least one eye carefully peeled in my direction. DANG but it was a big sucker...I'd glance from it to the barrel as it moved in and out between the branches of the tree that was between it and me.
After a few minutes, the obvious "cock of the walk" wandered up the ridge and sat, watching me from it's haunches. I'm sure it had no clue what I was...but it knew I was something.
The light continued to fall until I could no longer see the lighter patch of hair from the muzzle that marked it's position in the lengthening shadows.
The bear spent some time pretending to look at the barrel but it really spent most of it's time eyeing me in the stand. It would yawn and stretch, seemingly oblivious but all the while at least one eye carefully peeled in my direction. DANG but it was a big sucker...I'd glance from it to the barrel as it moved in and out between the branches of the tree that was between it and me.
After a few minutes, the obvious "cock of the walk" wandered up the ridge and sat, watching me from it's haunches. I'm sure it had no clue what I was...but it knew I was something.
The light continued to fall until I could no longer see the lighter patch of hair from the muzzle that marked it's position in the lengthening shadows.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 10:41:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 10:41:00 PM
I slipped out of the stand well after dark, to meet Lloyd on the road. He was waiting, and a bit concerned since it was well past dark when I dragged my adrenaline ravaged frame to the truck where he waited.
On the way back to camp Lloyd graciously listened to my tail of enthusiasm as only a fellow hunter would. He knew of the hear pounding excitment of which I spoke, and reveled in it's purity as if he were there himself. Ahhhh, to be with kindred spirits who understand our simple ways....
That night at the fire I recounted the tale, in addition to others...and of course there were bears to be skinned but it would wait until tomorrow.
I think we had some of Kip's finest Cajun quisine that night...it could have been another, but either way, it was as fine a viddle as a feller could slap against his tounge. Between the excitement of the big bear, the heavy coppery/sweet aroma of the bears on the skinning table and the smoke from the campfire, I was intoxicated by the aroma of a hunting camp. It was good to be in my element after so many dull days away....
On the way back to camp Lloyd graciously listened to my tail of enthusiasm as only a fellow hunter would. He knew of the hear pounding excitment of which I spoke, and reveled in it's purity as if he were there himself. Ahhhh, to be with kindred spirits who understand our simple ways....
That night at the fire I recounted the tale, in addition to others...and of course there were bears to be skinned but it would wait until tomorrow.
I think we had some of Kip's finest Cajun quisine that night...it could have been another, but either way, it was as fine a viddle as a feller could slap against his tounge. Between the excitement of the big bear, the heavy coppery/sweet aroma of the bears on the skinning table and the smoke from the campfire, I was intoxicated by the aroma of a hunting camp. It was good to be in my element after so many dull days away....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 10:54:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 10:54:00 PM
Mon 6/16: I don't remember exactly because all the days sort of run together...and I'm terrible about not logging my journal but instead enjoying the moment and savoring each experience as it happens.
We awoke to a new day, bears to be skinned, tracked, dragged to the table. I don't rightly know how many we skinned in the next few days but there were a few.
I enjoy the skinning, as some enjoy the dragging and tracking. It seems as if it's my comfortable spot in camp. I'd rather track and drag, as it was with Tippit's memorable bear Sunday morning...but I also enjoy the adavistic pleasure of rendering a whole critter into usable parts. Yes, it's somewhat morose to those outside our clan...but for those who have tasted life to its very end, and seen the life blood as it drained from our harvest there is nothing to justify. You understand the sights and sounds and even smells that fill us with the same primal satisfaction as it did thousands of years ago.
After my time at the skinning table, I slept. The quick nap of a content simpleton. Not more than an hour, but plenty enough to rejuvinate a predator. I awoke to the smell of a late breakfast...
One of Bowdoc's infamous 60 egg omelettes
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0236.jpg)
a pile of backstrap that would even make the Lord smile at it's perfection
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0237.jpg)
and homefries the likes of which a sodbuster would turn in his plow for.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0238.jpg)
Dang but this was a fine hunt
We awoke to a new day, bears to be skinned, tracked, dragged to the table. I don't rightly know how many we skinned in the next few days but there were a few.
I enjoy the skinning, as some enjoy the dragging and tracking. It seems as if it's my comfortable spot in camp. I'd rather track and drag, as it was with Tippit's memorable bear Sunday morning...but I also enjoy the adavistic pleasure of rendering a whole critter into usable parts. Yes, it's somewhat morose to those outside our clan...but for those who have tasted life to its very end, and seen the life blood as it drained from our harvest there is nothing to justify. You understand the sights and sounds and even smells that fill us with the same primal satisfaction as it did thousands of years ago.
After my time at the skinning table, I slept. The quick nap of a content simpleton. Not more than an hour, but plenty enough to rejuvinate a predator. I awoke to the smell of a late breakfast...
One of Bowdoc's infamous 60 egg omelettes
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0236.jpg)
a pile of backstrap that would even make the Lord smile at it's perfection
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0237.jpg)
and homefries the likes of which a sodbuster would turn in his plow for.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0238.jpg)
Dang but this was a fine hunt
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 10:55:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 27, 2008, 10:55:00 PM
Yawwwwn....I guess ya'll are probably bored by now.
Oh well, it was a good story while it lasted....
Oh well, it was a good story while it lasted....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Danny Rowan on June 27, 2008, 11:06:00 PM
Post by: Danny Rowan on June 27, 2008, 11:06:00 PM
JC you are killin me here,LOL.
Danny
Danny
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: meathead on June 27, 2008, 11:06:00 PM
Post by: meathead on June 27, 2008, 11:06:00 PM
Ohh how I remember that breakfast.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JEFF B on June 27, 2008, 11:29:00 PM
Post by: JEFF B on June 27, 2008, 11:29:00 PM
iam about to hit the sack hear in nz. bugger this will have to wait un till tomorrow :wavey:night all.
wolfman jeff
wolfman jeff
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Guru on June 28, 2008, 05:18:00 AM
Post by: Guru on June 28, 2008, 05:18:00 AM
JC, You're doin' great bud....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 28, 2008, 06:00:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 28, 2008, 06:00:00 AM
first week guy's....doing what they do best.....bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt007.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 06:27:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 06:27:00 AM
No belly scratchin needed bro Curt ;) just draggin it out in Lamb fashion.
Full of fine food, we planned out the days baiting detail. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0235.jpg)
Another round of baits, perforating the foam bears and target blocks, a nap here and there...late afternoon rolled around quickly as we busied ourselves at our own pace.
I saw nothing tues evening, except the red squirrel Joe had posted...it would scamper up the tree every evening to sit with it's chunk of Dunkin's finest...seemingly comfortable with my presence in the stand after a few days.
The sun set on another peaceful day. As I watched it disappear through the treetops above me whose bases formed my stand, I counted my many blessings.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0243.jpg)
Wednesday 6/17: We awoke to a good rain. It had rained almost every day since we arrived, but only in mild afternoon thunderstorms. This rain looked like it was here to stay. As the day before, there were plenty of small chores to help with but also plenty of time to just hang out and hear others hunting tales.
Full of fine food, we planned out the days baiting detail. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0235.jpg)
Another round of baits, perforating the foam bears and target blocks, a nap here and there...late afternoon rolled around quickly as we busied ourselves at our own pace.
I saw nothing tues evening, except the red squirrel Joe had posted...it would scamper up the tree every evening to sit with it's chunk of Dunkin's finest...seemingly comfortable with my presence in the stand after a few days.
The sun set on another peaceful day. As I watched it disappear through the treetops above me whose bases formed my stand, I counted my many blessings.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0243.jpg)
Wednesday 6/17: We awoke to a good rain. It had rained almost every day since we arrived, but only in mild afternoon thunderstorms. This rain looked like it was here to stay. As the day before, there were plenty of small chores to help with but also plenty of time to just hang out and hear others hunting tales.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 06:44:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 06:44:00 AM
The day slid idly by and it was time once again. It cleared some near the end of the day, the walk to my stand was punctuated by a dynamic view of the lush green forest.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0248.jpg)
It's hard to imagine so many delicate and beautiful flowers that can survive harsh winters under a 4' blanket of snow that lasts 8 months. Everywhere I turned I could see evidence of the hardiness that even these seemingly fragile residents of the North posessed.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0299.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0293.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0290.jpg)
Everything else seemed to be covered in one form of rich textured lichen or moss...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0302.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0305.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0295.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0248.jpg)
It's hard to imagine so many delicate and beautiful flowers that can survive harsh winters under a 4' blanket of snow that lasts 8 months. Everywhere I turned I could see evidence of the hardiness that even these seemingly fragile residents of the North posessed.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0299.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0293.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0290.jpg)
Everything else seemed to be covered in one form of rich textured lichen or moss...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0302.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0305.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0295.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 06:48:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 06:48:00 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0291.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0297.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0296.jpg)
My trusty companions waited patiently for the evening to begin.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0255.jpg)
I settled in with the stillness that only comes after leaving the normal grind of work for three or four consecutive days. This was a hunter's peace.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0247.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0297.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0296.jpg)
My trusty companions waited patiently for the evening to begin.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0255.jpg)
I settled in with the stillness that only comes after leaving the normal grind of work for three or four consecutive days. This was a hunter's peace.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0247.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: robtattoo on June 28, 2008, 07:22:00 AM
Post by: robtattoo on June 28, 2008, 07:22:00 AM
HOW THE HELL DID I MISS ALL THIS!!!!!
Awesome storytelling guys, looks like a really good time was had allround! Gotta see if I can't get myself over for Bear Quest III.
Joe, you've been paying really close attention to Charlie, ain'tcha :D
Awesome storytelling guys, looks like a really good time was had allround! Gotta see if I can't get myself over for Bear Quest III.
Joe, you've been paying really close attention to Charlie, ain'tcha :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on June 28, 2008, 08:10:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on June 28, 2008, 08:10:00 AM
I love the way you tell a story JC!!! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 28, 2008, 08:39:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 28, 2008, 08:39:00 AM
Warning Men at work............. and a fine job too.......bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt050.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 28, 2008, 08:53:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 28, 2008, 08:53:00 AM
Stonehead Joe and his real smile.....ya gotta love it......bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt025.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Charlie Lamb on June 28, 2008, 09:10:00 AM
Post by: Charlie Lamb on June 28, 2008, 09:10:00 AM
As fine a story as was ever told Joe!
:thumbsup: :campfire:
:thumbsup: :campfire:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 28, 2008, 10:12:00 AM
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 28, 2008, 10:12:00 AM
:thumbsup: :campfire: :coffee:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: joe skipp on June 28, 2008, 02:11:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on June 28, 2008, 02:11:00 PM
JC!! You may just eligible for Team Pink with those Bananas you have on those arrows! :thumbsup: :p
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Huntrdfk on June 28, 2008, 04:04:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on June 28, 2008, 04:04:00 PM
He's got my vote Joe, pink bananas, great storytelling, and I think he might be able to hunt a bit too........keep it coming JC. :thumbsup:
David
David
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tradtusker on June 28, 2008, 04:52:00 PM
Post by: tradtusker on June 28, 2008, 04:52:00 PM
great stuff guys glad you all had a great time.
Joe what a great kill with the sunbear and stone tip :thumbsup:
Joe what a great kill with the sunbear and stone tip :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 06:53:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 06:53:00 PM
OK, that's what I get for rushing it...mixed up the dates. I saw nothing MONDAY night, not Tuesday night. The timeline was like this (and this will matter at the end of the tale): Nothing Sat, 3 bears (including the big one) Sunday night, nothing Monday night....shucks ruined the whole thing.
Anyway, I saw the big bear again on Tuesday night...and this time, I was sure it was big. It came to the bait twice...the second time close enough to have him and the 55 gallon barrel both in my field of view at the same time. There was no possible way he could ever get into the barrel.
He still would not come into the bait all the way. He sat and gave me the evil eye again, though this time from the far off distance of 7 yards. I had a hard time breathing for some reason...it was a little cold, and a bit wet...but I wasn't sure if it was cold enough to cause my knees to knock so bad I was afraid my arrow would fall off my bow while it sat on my lap.
I slowly lifted the bow off my legs to keep the broadhead from doing a crazy dance through the air. The bear already was bobbing his head trying to decide what the dancing stick was. I always enjoy the excitement, but it's been some time since I shook uncontrollably. I simply could not help from shaking as this bruin stared at me.
By this point I had skinned 14 or so bears, I had a pretty good idea what they weighed...this bruiser was easily 300# if he was an ounce. He took a long look at the barrel; standing perfectly broadside...my window of opportunity had opened.
I eased the bow into position and started the draw, it was happening just like I had practiced thousands of times over the years. The tension of the string disappeared as I focused on THE spot, a smooth fluid motion eased my arrow through the draw...I felt nothing...I only saw the spot. Three inches from anchor the bear tensed...and the green light in my head switched off...I stopped the draw. A millisecond later the bear whirled and took two steps behind the tree. Once again, instinct had saved the bear...and me too. A dropped string would have been a catastrophe.
He apparently didn't like the arrow bobbing gig or the 3/4 draw tango I just played for him. He moseyed up the ridge and sat while he tried to decide what in the world was up that tree.
The stage faded to black as the sun slowly set...it wasn't long before I couldn't decide if the bear was still looking at me or if that was just a bush. I slid down to the soggy ground and slipped out to the pickup point.
Anyway, I saw the big bear again on Tuesday night...and this time, I was sure it was big. It came to the bait twice...the second time close enough to have him and the 55 gallon barrel both in my field of view at the same time. There was no possible way he could ever get into the barrel.
He still would not come into the bait all the way. He sat and gave me the evil eye again, though this time from the far off distance of 7 yards. I had a hard time breathing for some reason...it was a little cold, and a bit wet...but I wasn't sure if it was cold enough to cause my knees to knock so bad I was afraid my arrow would fall off my bow while it sat on my lap.
I slowly lifted the bow off my legs to keep the broadhead from doing a crazy dance through the air. The bear already was bobbing his head trying to decide what the dancing stick was. I always enjoy the excitement, but it's been some time since I shook uncontrollably. I simply could not help from shaking as this bruin stared at me.
By this point I had skinned 14 or so bears, I had a pretty good idea what they weighed...this bruiser was easily 300# if he was an ounce. He took a long look at the barrel; standing perfectly broadside...my window of opportunity had opened.
I eased the bow into position and started the draw, it was happening just like I had practiced thousands of times over the years. The tension of the string disappeared as I focused on THE spot, a smooth fluid motion eased my arrow through the draw...I felt nothing...I only saw the spot. Three inches from anchor the bear tensed...and the green light in my head switched off...I stopped the draw. A millisecond later the bear whirled and took two steps behind the tree. Once again, instinct had saved the bear...and me too. A dropped string would have been a catastrophe.
He apparently didn't like the arrow bobbing gig or the 3/4 draw tango I just played for him. He moseyed up the ridge and sat while he tried to decide what in the world was up that tree.
The stage faded to black as the sun slowly set...it wasn't long before I couldn't decide if the bear was still looking at me or if that was just a bush. I slid down to the soggy ground and slipped out to the pickup point.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 07:22:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 07:22:00 PM
I sat on the snowmobile trail as night fell, listening to the creek babble, sounding almost like a giggle as the woods mocked my most recent performance.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0306.jpg)
I laughed myself too; it was the nervous sort of laughter you have when you know you narrowly avoided a terrible wreck. My knees no longer shook and I felt somewhat drained as the adenaline left my system.
A light, misty rain was still falling and in the final light of day God reminded me once again of his sovereignty with even the simple things in life.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0275.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0267.jpg)
To think that things have turned out the way they are by the galaxy simply "rolling dice" and coming up with the right numbers millions of times is far more unbelievable than one God pulling it all together by his will....to paraphrase, there are no atheistists on the stand...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0306.jpg)
I laughed myself too; it was the nervous sort of laughter you have when you know you narrowly avoided a terrible wreck. My knees no longer shook and I felt somewhat drained as the adenaline left my system.
A light, misty rain was still falling and in the final light of day God reminded me once again of his sovereignty with even the simple things in life.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0275.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0267.jpg)
To think that things have turned out the way they are by the galaxy simply "rolling dice" and coming up with the right numbers millions of times is far more unbelievable than one God pulling it all together by his will....to paraphrase, there are no atheistists on the stand...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: 4runr on June 28, 2008, 07:38:00 PM
Post by: 4runr on June 28, 2008, 07:38:00 PM
So well said JC.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 08:08:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 08:08:00 PM
So, to recap, the big bear was sighted Sunday night and Tuesday night...nothing for Wednesday or Thursday. Thursday night was a rough one. I was torn between sticking with Mile Marker 42 for the last night or going to one of the stands that was now open. So far, I had "danced with the one that brung me"...should I risk my last night and chance the big bear that I had not seen for two days?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: joe skipp on June 28, 2008, 10:16:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on June 28, 2008, 10:16:00 PM
The way your dragging this out Pard....that should be worth a double order of cookies!
:thumbsup: :cool: ;) :jumper:
:thumbsup: :cool: ;) :jumper:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 10:37:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 10:37:00 PM
Friday June 20: Last day hunting....
It was a fitful night. Even after skinning a bear, a great meal, and a few cold beers I think I tossed as much as turned...and certainly more than I laid still. I was at the crossroads so many of us have faced: stick with it, or change tactics. My instincts told me it was over at Mile Marker 42...my brain said it was too...but that I should wait to see what the day's bait run had in store. As the morning dawned, the final hunters were deadly serious about the last day decisions. I had not seen the big bear, or any other, on Mile Marker 42 for 2 nights. My instinct told me it was time for a change. Since all but me had never been here to this camp before, I let them choose if they had a preference. Even after the draw, there were plenty of baits left...I chose the same bait that produced my bear last year...The Bowl would be my final stand.
We did our bait run...this was the last chance. Coincidentally, The Bowl had been cleaned. When this happened there was no way to tell...but it was obvious to me that I had made a good choice. Again, my gut told me, "this is the place to be."
That afternoon in camp the rest of the crew prodded and poked as only hunting partners can...bordering on irritating but never crossing that line..."Are you sure you are making the right decision?"
I was committed to moving. As committed as I was to staying on Mile Marker 42 for the previous 6 days. It was time to change and I felt confident in my decision.
It was a fitful night. Even after skinning a bear, a great meal, and a few cold beers I think I tossed as much as turned...and certainly more than I laid still. I was at the crossroads so many of us have faced: stick with it, or change tactics. My instincts told me it was over at Mile Marker 42...my brain said it was too...but that I should wait to see what the day's bait run had in store. As the morning dawned, the final hunters were deadly serious about the last day decisions. I had not seen the big bear, or any other, on Mile Marker 42 for 2 nights. My instinct told me it was time for a change. Since all but me had never been here to this camp before, I let them choose if they had a preference. Even after the draw, there were plenty of baits left...I chose the same bait that produced my bear last year...The Bowl would be my final stand.
We did our bait run...this was the last chance. Coincidentally, The Bowl had been cleaned. When this happened there was no way to tell...but it was obvious to me that I had made a good choice. Again, my gut told me, "this is the place to be."
That afternoon in camp the rest of the crew prodded and poked as only hunting partners can...bordering on irritating but never crossing that line..."Are you sure you are making the right decision?"
I was committed to moving. As committed as I was to staying on Mile Marker 42 for the previous 6 days. It was time to change and I felt confident in my decision.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 10:47:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 10:47:00 PM
As with the days before, arrows were loosed, tales told, and fine food was savored. However, it was difficult to taste all the flavors that life had laid upon my palette with the dark cloud upon the horizon: all this way, all these days....no bear.
Eventually, you will learn that there is a point at every hunt where you simply must reconcile that there will be no animal taken, and you must value the hunt for only the sake of the hunt. It had been a wonderful 6 days of excitement and fulfillment, that was plenty for a simple stickbow hunter.
The evening came and we began to plan how the last hunt's logistics would play out. It was decided because of location, I would take Allan's truck alone to The Bowl. I had been there numerous times so I was not concerned about arrival or departure...only the space between and what happened during that time.
A somber, quiet ride by myself, I parked the truck at the designated spot and made the hike in to The Bowl. It had been moved from last year, as MM43 had been, this was the same area as last year. I could see the old crib and even the spot where my bear fell last year...this was a fitting end to my last night in Canada.
I had lighted a honey burn: sterno beneath a tin can full of honey that would eventually crystalize under the heat into a smoldering pile of syrup. The strong odor often attracted bears.
Eventually, you will learn that there is a point at every hunt where you simply must reconcile that there will be no animal taken, and you must value the hunt for only the sake of the hunt. It had been a wonderful 6 days of excitement and fulfillment, that was plenty for a simple stickbow hunter.
The evening came and we began to plan how the last hunt's logistics would play out. It was decided because of location, I would take Allan's truck alone to The Bowl. I had been there numerous times so I was not concerned about arrival or departure...only the space between and what happened during that time.
A somber, quiet ride by myself, I parked the truck at the designated spot and made the hike in to The Bowl. It had been moved from last year, as MM43 had been, this was the same area as last year. I could see the old crib and even the spot where my bear fell last year...this was a fitting end to my last night in Canada.
I had lighted a honey burn: sterno beneath a tin can full of honey that would eventually crystalize under the heat into a smoldering pile of syrup. The strong odor often attracted bears.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 10:58:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 10:58:00 PM
The stand was a welcome change of scenery after 6 nights at the same location. If anything, I could relive the events of last year at this same spot...there were worse things to be doing on the last day of a hunt.
I sat for some time, relaxing and breathing in my final taste of the North Wood's aroma. Tomorrow we would pack up our considerable convoy and make our way back to the real world. It was with the odd pain/pleasure sensation that I thought about returning; I missed my family terribly but longed for the continuation of our routine. Enjoy the last few hours, relish in their sweetness for they would soon be gone.
I sat for some time, relaxing and breathing in my final taste of the North Wood's aroma. Tomorrow we would pack up our considerable convoy and make our way back to the real world. It was with the odd pain/pleasure sensation that I thought about returning; I missed my family terribly but longed for the continuation of our routine. Enjoy the last few hours, relish in their sweetness for they would soon be gone.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 11:02:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 28, 2008, 11:02:00 PM
It was around 6pm when I heard the alarm call of the red squirrel. I knew it wasn't me that had caused his staccato warning, for I had been dozing without realizing it and hence, perfectly still. I moved only my sleep filled eyes....and then....so slowly it seemed as if it were a dream, the black form appeared to my left.
Maybe it wasn't over...
Maybe it wasn't over...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 28, 2008, 11:04:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on June 28, 2008, 11:04:00 PM
I picked my spot, the string came back and the bright chartruese fletch suddenly appeared a little above his elbow. One fast jump and snarl and he was off up the hill. The hit seemed lower than the chosen spot and I wasn't happy with the lack of penetration. Up the hill, I heard some crashing and could see the fletch waving back and forth, but in the same spot. A little more crashing and then it was quiet. Only seconds had actually passed.
Back on the seat, I finally managed to get my shaking under control and hung my bow on its hook. I kept listening hard but didn't hear any more sounds of movement, nor did I hear the moan. Now came the tough part, the wait.
Sitting still and quiet while waiting for your quarry to show is actually rather easy, but after a shot and hit, it can be excruciatingly difficult. Needing to burn some time, I put a new tape in my video camera, ate my candy bar, listened some more, changed the Thermacell pad, and worked on relaxing my breathing and nerves. That lasted for about 20 minutes and I finally gathered up my gear and quietly slipped down to the landing spot on the lake shore. The walk and change of scenery helped settle my nerves, but after 50 minutes, I could stand it no longer and picking up only my bow and flagging tape and flashlight, slowly started back up the hill.
The bear path leading to and from the bait site was easy to see and it wasn't far up it that I found first blood. I flagged the spot and continued along on what became a "stand up" trail. Blood on both sides of the trail told me that I had an exit hole and that made me feel much better. I've never blood trailed where there was lots of birch bark laying around, but I really like it. Only on snow does blood show up better. The optimist in me was hoping to find a dead bear where I had heard the crashing and watched my arrow waving around, but when I got there, all I found was some disturbed plants and spots of blood. The trail led off to the left a bit and I continued on even more slowly, looking and listening more than walking. Funny, I never did think to nock an arrow.
Another fifteen yards or so along the trail I found my arrow, intact. It showed good blood and a wad of hair about ten inches past the broadhead and then was clean, save for a few little specs. I was quite sure I had an exit hole and how this arrow backed out unbroken is still a mystery to me, but I was very happy to find it. I slipped it gently into the quiver, and continued on. The trail entered a small tangle of thick saplings that I had to go around. I picked up the trail on the other side and tied on another flag. I started to move ahead, but then stopped. I think I remembered that this wasn't a whitetail I was trailing and it was now dark enough that I needed the flashlight to see the blood trail. It was time to call it for the night and head back to the pickup spot. I stood for a moment, soaking it in, turned and followed the trail back out.
Leaving an animal overnight is never a comfortable feeling and I was already second guessing whether I should have trailed him at all. Only tomorrow would answer that question however, and I tried to keep it pushed to the back of my head. Thomas would pick up Grant before heading over to get me and it was pretty dark by the time they arrived. The storytelling started immediately and even with my uncertainty, I was smiling on the way back across the lake. Back at camp, we discussed the shot and trail and made plans to finish the trail in the morning.
It wasn't long before Ron came in with his bear, the first for our camp. It was beautiful, and there wouldn't have been more excitement around the truck if it had been a 180 inch buck in the back. Several of us had never been that close to a warm bear before, and just touching it made me shiver. Bowdoc had dinner ready soon and shortly thereafter I was off to bed. Exhaustion is a good sleeping pill and I was asleep quickly.
Morning light came early and once I was awake, there was no going back to sleep. It was another beautiful morning and with some coffee and Cheerios, I was ready to get going. With my level of anticipation, it seemed like everything was going in slow motion. Tommy needed to get the bait ready as he wanted to take it with us when we went to find my bear. Thomas Burns and my travel partner, Fred "Grayfox 54" Gimbel asked to come along and I was happy to have their help. Both are experienced hunters and look pretty strong, too. Us old little guys need all the help we can get when it comes time to drag heavy critters. We got the bait and boat ready and finally headed out.
We went directly to the Raptor landing spot and emptied out of the boat like it was Normandy. I strung my bow and suited up and we were off up the hill. The night had been dry and the blood trail was still clear. We followed it and the flags to where I had stopped the night before and started from there. I followed the trail for a bit before it seemed to just disappear. I was still looking ahead when Thomas, off to my right, said he had blood. We headed in that direction with Thomas first on the trail and as he dropped over a little rise I heard the words, "Here he is!" I ran up the hill and as soon as I got to the top I looked down and saw my bear wedged in some branches. I whooped out loud and went into a happy dance. I must have been holding in more than I thought. He had made it about eighty or ninety yards and maybe twenty past where I stopped the night before. There was no ground shrinkage on this guy for me. We went through the handshaking and backslapping stuff, took some pictures and video of him where he lay and then started the grueling task of getting him down to the lake. We made it to the boat, loaded him on and headed back to camp.
There aren't words to describe how I felt on that boat ride, but most of you know the feelings. Humble, exhilarated, relieved, pumped, and more. Those feelings are all there and the words all fall short. Back at camp, he drew quite a crowd as we got him off the boat and over to the scale. 204 pounds. Eric cleaned him up and helped with getting some great pictures before taking the lead in getting him started toward steaks and a fine rug. Another special part of this bear is the tackle used in taking him. The Okaw Osage Royale longbow was made by my good friend and 25 year hunting partner Chuck Jones, and originally owned by another long time friend and partner, Tuck Williams. The arrow, I put together with a Kerry Gesink compressed cedar shaft and a Glenn Parker Timberwolf broadhead, both of which I've had for many years. This arrow, complete with blood and hair, will be displayed proudly with his skull.
This is a hard tale to bring to an end. The part of me taking a bear is done, but there is so much more to this hunt. The comraderie, teamwork, working the baits, trailing and packing other bears, listening to the loons and wolves, sitting around the campfire, even sweeping the lodge floor and doing dishes are all parts of the experience. I really want to thank Tommy, Lloyd, Eric, Allen and of course, Bowdoc, for the blood and sweat they put into this hunt and the great time and memories they let us take from it. And thanks too, to all my Bear Quest Partners for your help and company. I'm proud to have hunted with each of you.
Rick
Here he is where we found him:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0389.jpg)
Back on the seat, I finally managed to get my shaking under control and hung my bow on its hook. I kept listening hard but didn't hear any more sounds of movement, nor did I hear the moan. Now came the tough part, the wait.
Sitting still and quiet while waiting for your quarry to show is actually rather easy, but after a shot and hit, it can be excruciatingly difficult. Needing to burn some time, I put a new tape in my video camera, ate my candy bar, listened some more, changed the Thermacell pad, and worked on relaxing my breathing and nerves. That lasted for about 20 minutes and I finally gathered up my gear and quietly slipped down to the landing spot on the lake shore. The walk and change of scenery helped settle my nerves, but after 50 minutes, I could stand it no longer and picking up only my bow and flagging tape and flashlight, slowly started back up the hill.
The bear path leading to and from the bait site was easy to see and it wasn't far up it that I found first blood. I flagged the spot and continued along on what became a "stand up" trail. Blood on both sides of the trail told me that I had an exit hole and that made me feel much better. I've never blood trailed where there was lots of birch bark laying around, but I really like it. Only on snow does blood show up better. The optimist in me was hoping to find a dead bear where I had heard the crashing and watched my arrow waving around, but when I got there, all I found was some disturbed plants and spots of blood. The trail led off to the left a bit and I continued on even more slowly, looking and listening more than walking. Funny, I never did think to nock an arrow.
Another fifteen yards or so along the trail I found my arrow, intact. It showed good blood and a wad of hair about ten inches past the broadhead and then was clean, save for a few little specs. I was quite sure I had an exit hole and how this arrow backed out unbroken is still a mystery to me, but I was very happy to find it. I slipped it gently into the quiver, and continued on. The trail entered a small tangle of thick saplings that I had to go around. I picked up the trail on the other side and tied on another flag. I started to move ahead, but then stopped. I think I remembered that this wasn't a whitetail I was trailing and it was now dark enough that I needed the flashlight to see the blood trail. It was time to call it for the night and head back to the pickup spot. I stood for a moment, soaking it in, turned and followed the trail back out.
Leaving an animal overnight is never a comfortable feeling and I was already second guessing whether I should have trailed him at all. Only tomorrow would answer that question however, and I tried to keep it pushed to the back of my head. Thomas would pick up Grant before heading over to get me and it was pretty dark by the time they arrived. The storytelling started immediately and even with my uncertainty, I was smiling on the way back across the lake. Back at camp, we discussed the shot and trail and made plans to finish the trail in the morning.
It wasn't long before Ron came in with his bear, the first for our camp. It was beautiful, and there wouldn't have been more excitement around the truck if it had been a 180 inch buck in the back. Several of us had never been that close to a warm bear before, and just touching it made me shiver. Bowdoc had dinner ready soon and shortly thereafter I was off to bed. Exhaustion is a good sleeping pill and I was asleep quickly.
Morning light came early and once I was awake, there was no going back to sleep. It was another beautiful morning and with some coffee and Cheerios, I was ready to get going. With my level of anticipation, it seemed like everything was going in slow motion. Tommy needed to get the bait ready as he wanted to take it with us when we went to find my bear. Thomas Burns and my travel partner, Fred "Grayfox 54" Gimbel asked to come along and I was happy to have their help. Both are experienced hunters and look pretty strong, too. Us old little guys need all the help we can get when it comes time to drag heavy critters. We got the bait and boat ready and finally headed out.
We went directly to the Raptor landing spot and emptied out of the boat like it was Normandy. I strung my bow and suited up and we were off up the hill. The night had been dry and the blood trail was still clear. We followed it and the flags to where I had stopped the night before and started from there. I followed the trail for a bit before it seemed to just disappear. I was still looking ahead when Thomas, off to my right, said he had blood. We headed in that direction with Thomas first on the trail and as he dropped over a little rise I heard the words, "Here he is!" I ran up the hill and as soon as I got to the top I looked down and saw my bear wedged in some branches. I whooped out loud and went into a happy dance. I must have been holding in more than I thought. He had made it about eighty or ninety yards and maybe twenty past where I stopped the night before. There was no ground shrinkage on this guy for me. We went through the handshaking and backslapping stuff, took some pictures and video of him where he lay and then started the grueling task of getting him down to the lake. We made it to the boat, loaded him on and headed back to camp.
There aren't words to describe how I felt on that boat ride, but most of you know the feelings. Humble, exhilarated, relieved, pumped, and more. Those feelings are all there and the words all fall short. Back at camp, he drew quite a crowd as we got him off the boat and over to the scale. 204 pounds. Eric cleaned him up and helped with getting some great pictures before taking the lead in getting him started toward steaks and a fine rug. Another special part of this bear is the tackle used in taking him. The Okaw Osage Royale longbow was made by my good friend and 25 year hunting partner Chuck Jones, and originally owned by another long time friend and partner, Tuck Williams. The arrow, I put together with a Kerry Gesink compressed cedar shaft and a Glenn Parker Timberwolf broadhead, both of which I've had for many years. This arrow, complete with blood and hair, will be displayed proudly with his skull.
This is a hard tale to bring to an end. The part of me taking a bear is done, but there is so much more to this hunt. The comraderie, teamwork, working the baits, trailing and packing other bears, listening to the loons and wolves, sitting around the campfire, even sweeping the lodge floor and doing dishes are all parts of the experience. I really want to thank Tommy, Lloyd, Eric, Allen and of course, Bowdoc, for the blood and sweat they put into this hunt and the great time and memories they let us take from it. And thanks too, to all my Bear Quest Partners for your help and company. I'm proud to have hunted with each of you.
Rick
Here he is where we found him:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0389.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Shaun on June 29, 2008, 12:28:00 AM
Post by: Shaun on June 29, 2008, 12:28:00 AM
JC this is as good as story telling gets. Glad Tom edited his post before I read it - desert still awaiting. Much as I'd like to know if there is blood on the arrow, I am truly enjoying you prose. Take your time and keep painting pictures for us.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: steadman on June 29, 2008, 02:23:00 AM
Post by: steadman on June 29, 2008, 02:23:00 AM
JC, great story and well told. I know the feeling all too well of what you went through. I did learn as you have said to follow your gut. Great story and however it ends, congrats! Congrats to everyone else on the two hunts as well. Sounds like a great hunt to be on.
Rick, what a toad of a bear, congrats!!
Rick, what a toad of a bear, congrats!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: 4runr on June 29, 2008, 05:08:00 AM
Post by: 4runr on June 29, 2008, 05:08:00 AM
Outstanding Bear Rick! Well done on the story tellin too. Hope to have breakfast with you again at PBS and hear it all again first hand :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 29, 2008, 07:25:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 29, 2008, 07:25:00 AM
and then..............bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 09:31:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 09:31:00 AM
The final chapter:
Thankfully I had not taken the moment before to scratch or reposition anything...I think the bear had been there for some time, watching me, just outside of my field of vision. It moved another 6"...I could feel it boring a hole through my camo trying to decide how this new trunk had grown on a familiar tree in his territory. It moved another foot...and then slowly another. I could now see it pretty well without turning my head.
Then, as a dog would on it's master's front porch, the bear flopped itself down and immediately got comfortable, seemingly carefree and relaxed. I began turning my head so slowly I could feel the cramp building in my neck. There he lay, and it was another really good bear. Not as big as the 300#er, but certainly better than 175-180. He lazily looked off into the woods, but I could tell it was one of those lies of animal behavior "I'm not watching you at all...I'm looking at something else." Dang, but sometimes wild critters show me just how finely tuned their instincts and defense mechanisms are.
Coincidentally, I noticed that the big bear had chosen to lay right in front of the old crib...the stand had been moved some 25-30 yards and a new crib built, but I could easily see the killing ground of last year from where I sat. He pulled himself to his feet, and picked a winding path up the hill that sat behind the crib. He walked with a limp, it almost looked like his left front paw was either drawn up into an unusable claw or it had been injured severly. He gave me one more look over his shoulder as he disappeared over the rise.
Oh well, it was truly a good hunt...being with friends, making new ones, seeing bears, feeling the rush of being close to game...I was completely satisfied.
A sound came from my 3 o'clock, 180 degrees from where the big bear just left...
Thankfully I had not taken the moment before to scratch or reposition anything...I think the bear had been there for some time, watching me, just outside of my field of vision. It moved another 6"...I could feel it boring a hole through my camo trying to decide how this new trunk had grown on a familiar tree in his territory. It moved another foot...and then slowly another. I could now see it pretty well without turning my head.
Then, as a dog would on it's master's front porch, the bear flopped itself down and immediately got comfortable, seemingly carefree and relaxed. I began turning my head so slowly I could feel the cramp building in my neck. There he lay, and it was another really good bear. Not as big as the 300#er, but certainly better than 175-180. He lazily looked off into the woods, but I could tell it was one of those lies of animal behavior "I'm not watching you at all...I'm looking at something else." Dang, but sometimes wild critters show me just how finely tuned their instincts and defense mechanisms are.
Coincidentally, I noticed that the big bear had chosen to lay right in front of the old crib...the stand had been moved some 25-30 yards and a new crib built, but I could easily see the killing ground of last year from where I sat. He pulled himself to his feet, and picked a winding path up the hill that sat behind the crib. He walked with a limp, it almost looked like his left front paw was either drawn up into an unusable claw or it had been injured severly. He gave me one more look over his shoulder as he disappeared over the rise.
Oh well, it was truly a good hunt...being with friends, making new ones, seeing bears, feeling the rush of being close to game...I was completely satisfied.
A sound came from my 3 o'clock, 180 degrees from where the big bear just left...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 09:40:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 09:40:00 AM
A small cub came ambling in to the bait, oblivious of any danger from above, or below. It was comical to watch him stroll in, reminding me of my sons as they walk up our driveway from being let off the bus: kicking the stones, heads lolling around as they look for some mischeif they could get into after a long day of being cooped up in the classroom.
The 40-50# cub came in right to the bait, grabbed a mouthful and pulled out a handful on to the ground for good measure, sat down on his haunches and began to chew so loudly I could hear his limps smacking. A few more bites later he ambled back the way he had come, just as careless as he arrived...guess he just needed a snack.
Thank you Lord, that was pretty cool...funny how all the bears I see seem to have their own individual personality.
The shadows grew longer, it was now closing in on 8pm, maybe a bit more than an hour of shooting light.
As I slowly rotated my head I froze when I recognized there was a bear near the old crib again...a different one that the crippled bruin that had laid there earlier. It's eyes bore into me with the same intensity as it's predacessor's.
The 40-50# cub came in right to the bait, grabbed a mouthful and pulled out a handful on to the ground for good measure, sat down on his haunches and began to chew so loudly I could hear his limps smacking. A few more bites later he ambled back the way he had come, just as careless as he arrived...guess he just needed a snack.
Thank you Lord, that was pretty cool...funny how all the bears I see seem to have their own individual personality.
The shadows grew longer, it was now closing in on 8pm, maybe a bit more than an hour of shooting light.
As I slowly rotated my head I froze when I recognized there was a bear near the old crib again...a different one that the crippled bruin that had laid there earlier. It's eyes bore into me with the same intensity as it's predacessor's.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Charlie Lamb on June 29, 2008, 09:41:00 AM
Post by: Charlie Lamb on June 29, 2008, 09:41:00 AM
;) :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 09:55:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 09:55:00 AM
The bear wandered in, keeping a distance from the crib as it semi-circled behind it...using the same "I'm not looking at you" tactic that I knew so well. It circled to my 3 o'clock and exploded from sight over the crest of the drop off towards the swampy area. A few splashes later and all was quiet.
Cool...I can live with that...I had really had some action on this stand.
A head poked over the dropoff ridge again, looking right at me. Same bear, now not bothering to play it's "look away" game it came in to the side of the crib and sat down to stare at me. All my years hunting I've been torn between looking into an animals eyes or looking away. Sometimes it seems as if they knew my intent, others when they merely went about their business. I've locked eyes with some and diverted mine, only to have the bolt...then other times they couldn't care less. I had nothing to lose, I stared deeply into the bear's gaze.
I wasn't uncomfortable but I got the funny feeling the bear was...it turned it's head, then back again. A few steps closer to the bait...a few more...now a quick mouthful and bounding off to the other side. It watched me as it chewed...but the bait was too powerful to resist so it returned.
It went on for a few minutes more and it finally settled in for supper. Not a big bear by any means, maybe 125. At first, I had no intention of shooting, but as the minutes followed and I saw multiple good shot opportunites the "go light" went off somewhere deep in my head.
Fourth quarter, minutes to play in the championship game, down by 1 point...it was time for a hail mary...either this would work or I would need to stay satisfied with the great memories I already had.
I began the agonizing process of moving my bow into position while trying to seemingly not move. I had already picked THE spot and I got a good 5 minutes to look at it before I began my draw. Muscles tensed in a familiar pattern, the simultaneous stretch and pull that was practiced to the point of performing it without really thinking. A few inches from ancher it bolted out of the barrel, spun and looked right up at me huffing like a blacksmith's bellows...I was busted almost at full draw.
Cool...I can live with that...I had really had some action on this stand.
A head poked over the dropoff ridge again, looking right at me. Same bear, now not bothering to play it's "look away" game it came in to the side of the crib and sat down to stare at me. All my years hunting I've been torn between looking into an animals eyes or looking away. Sometimes it seems as if they knew my intent, others when they merely went about their business. I've locked eyes with some and diverted mine, only to have the bolt...then other times they couldn't care less. I had nothing to lose, I stared deeply into the bear's gaze.
I wasn't uncomfortable but I got the funny feeling the bear was...it turned it's head, then back again. A few steps closer to the bait...a few more...now a quick mouthful and bounding off to the other side. It watched me as it chewed...but the bait was too powerful to resist so it returned.
It went on for a few minutes more and it finally settled in for supper. Not a big bear by any means, maybe 125. At first, I had no intention of shooting, but as the minutes followed and I saw multiple good shot opportunites the "go light" went off somewhere deep in my head.
Fourth quarter, minutes to play in the championship game, down by 1 point...it was time for a hail mary...either this would work or I would need to stay satisfied with the great memories I already had.
I began the agonizing process of moving my bow into position while trying to seemingly not move. I had already picked THE spot and I got a good 5 minutes to look at it before I began my draw. Muscles tensed in a familiar pattern, the simultaneous stretch and pull that was practiced to the point of performing it without really thinking. A few inches from ancher it bolted out of the barrel, spun and looked right up at me huffing like a blacksmith's bellows...I was busted almost at full draw.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 10:01:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 10:01:00 AM
It took only moments before I started to quiver...then really shake. This time not from fear but from holding in an awkward position. The bear still looked at me, huffing and snorting it's displeasure. I had no choice, I slowly let down.
It went ballistic, teeth popping, it ran around behind the crib to look up at me on a more even level. It pounded it's front paws on the logs that covered the barrel, jumping up and down on them in a display that I had never seen before. The bear made more sounds than I had ever heard from all the bears I seen previously put together. It was definately not happy with me now. It strided purposefully to a tree, stood up on it's hind legs, craned it's neck forward and snapped off a dead branch the size of my wrist as effortlessly as you would snap a small dry twig in your hands. Gulp!...NOW we're talking!
It loudly crunched up the branch and let the pieces fall...THIS was really a cool experience. I made a mental note that next year I would have a camera mount...this would make incredible footage but I dared not do more than breath or there would be no more opportunity...if there would even be one at all.
It went ballistic, teeth popping, it ran around behind the crib to look up at me on a more even level. It pounded it's front paws on the logs that covered the barrel, jumping up and down on them in a display that I had never seen before. The bear made more sounds than I had ever heard from all the bears I seen previously put together. It was definately not happy with me now. It strided purposefully to a tree, stood up on it's hind legs, craned it's neck forward and snapped off a dead branch the size of my wrist as effortlessly as you would snap a small dry twig in your hands. Gulp!...NOW we're talking!
It loudly crunched up the branch and let the pieces fall...THIS was really a cool experience. I made a mental note that next year I would have a camera mount...this would make incredible footage but I dared not do more than breath or there would be no more opportunity...if there would even be one at all.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 10:13:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 10:13:00 AM
It paced around and around, huffing and puffing like the big bad wolf. Slowly it made it's way back to the barrel, ducked it's head in and immediately back out to stare up at me. This happened 4-5 times, each a bit longer than the last...the last few long enough to get a bite. It then stayed a moment, a few bites...and spun out of the barrel to stare again. Not a flinch, not a quiver...it apparently was convinced it's show had scared me into submission...it leaned into the bait.
The bow was already in position, I raised it slightly as a picked a new spot. Visualizing the main pumpstation in it's chest, I began my slow smooth draw once again. My concentration took over and before I even realized it, my nock was sticking out of the spot.
The bear whirled and exploded out of there, things cracking and snapping as it barreled through the brush around the crib. It moaned and groaned from the moment the arrow hit, now raising to a howl as it bolted over the ridge. More crashing...it grew silent, save for wet huffing that sounded like a drowning swimmer trying to clear it's lungs of water. Now it was totally silent except for the pounding of the blood in my ears. I knew the bear was down, and not far away.
I hung my bow up and checked my watch, it was 8:35. The cool calmness of a predator fled me at that moment and the knee shaking and giddy high hit me fully. I sat for a minute to collect myself and took a compass bearing both to the last spot I heard the bear and the road, just in case. I gathered my gear and climbed down.
I nocked an arrow just in case, though I was confident I wouldn't really need it and carefully made my way over the drop off....
The bow was already in position, I raised it slightly as a picked a new spot. Visualizing the main pumpstation in it's chest, I began my slow smooth draw once again. My concentration took over and before I even realized it, my nock was sticking out of the spot.
The bear whirled and exploded out of there, things cracking and snapping as it barreled through the brush around the crib. It moaned and groaned from the moment the arrow hit, now raising to a howl as it bolted over the ridge. More crashing...it grew silent, save for wet huffing that sounded like a drowning swimmer trying to clear it's lungs of water. Now it was totally silent except for the pounding of the blood in my ears. I knew the bear was down, and not far away.
I hung my bow up and checked my watch, it was 8:35. The cool calmness of a predator fled me at that moment and the knee shaking and giddy high hit me fully. I sat for a minute to collect myself and took a compass bearing both to the last spot I heard the bear and the road, just in case. I gathered my gear and climbed down.
I nocked an arrow just in case, though I was confident I wouldn't really need it and carefully made my way over the drop off....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 29, 2008, 10:17:00 AM
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 29, 2008, 10:17:00 AM
Great story JC! What a thrill this situation must have been.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 10:22:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 10:22:00 AM
As I topped the small rise and began to descend I could see my nock as it stood out against a black mound...a few more steps and the mound became a bear...
After the tentative nudge us hunters are famous for, I knelt beside her. Certainly not a trophy by size standards, but already my internal hard drive was saving the incredible experience and making a backup, truly a story book ending to an already fine hunt.
Some of the arrow protruded from the right side of the middle of her ribcage, I looked at her and found there was a exit between the neck and left arm low on the body. The broadhead must have snapped off or been stopped by a log when it penetrated through her. The Morrison, Beman MFX carbon and Simmons interceptor combo had done their job with precision.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0311.jpg)
Blood literally covered the ground...it was as efficient a kill as I could have hoped for...that was my greatest satisfaction of the hunt.
I sat my pack down and positioned the camera...I prefer a shot as they lay to one posed. Nothing wrong with posing them, I just like something to help solidify the reality of the memory when I look back on old photos. The smile cannot fully reveal how happy I was at that moment...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0315.jpg)
After the tentative nudge us hunters are famous for, I knelt beside her. Certainly not a trophy by size standards, but already my internal hard drive was saving the incredible experience and making a backup, truly a story book ending to an already fine hunt.
Some of the arrow protruded from the right side of the middle of her ribcage, I looked at her and found there was a exit between the neck and left arm low on the body. The broadhead must have snapped off or been stopped by a log when it penetrated through her. The Morrison, Beman MFX carbon and Simmons interceptor combo had done their job with precision.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0311.jpg)
Blood literally covered the ground...it was as efficient a kill as I could have hoped for...that was my greatest satisfaction of the hunt.
I sat my pack down and positioned the camera...I prefer a shot as they lay to one posed. Nothing wrong with posing them, I just like something to help solidify the reality of the memory when I look back on old photos. The smile cannot fully reveal how happy I was at that moment...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0315.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 10:36:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 10:36:00 AM
I suited up, attached my drag handle and plotted a course. She was fairly manageable so I felt my initial 115-125 mark was a good estimate. Up on the trail, I hid her and my gear to return for the stand and climbing sticks...this was the last night of the hunt and there was no more need for it stay.
From the truck to the camp, I sang praise...the Lord had delivered me a fine animal, an exciting show, and a clean kill. He truly is a loving Father...the simple pleasures he had just bestowed on his unworthy child filled my heart with joy.
Much congratulation back at camp, a retelling of the tale 2-3 times and we began to skin. It's really something when you see 4-5 guys drop everything and pick up knives to help you take care of your game. I had done it so many times for others without thinking, I had never stopped to appreciate the blessing the hunter gets from his camerades coming to his aide. My joy deepened and a tear swelled in my eye...it simply could not get any sweeter than this moment right here.
In short order, she was rendered down to bags for the freezer, choice meat that was indeed some of the finest fare to ever come off my smoker. A little seguay about bear meat: At the recent trad tournament at my farm I cooked the last of the shoulder meat from last year's bear. It took some time to trim all the sinew and silver skin from it but when I was finished, it was marinated and smoked. The bowl on the table said "Smoked Bear" and had not been touched...I walked among the tables offering samples. Even for die hard woodsman a wrinkled frown crossed their face as they expounded "I don't really like bear, it's a bit too tough and greasy." Just try a bite....one agreed, then another, a few more. I returned the bowl to the table with the silent selfishness that I hoped it would remain full...I wanted it for myself. A few minutes later the bowl was empty...and Chase was sopping the drippings out with a piece of bread. I had multiple people tell me with wide-eyed astonishment it was the best meat they could remember eating...even better than deer.
To the freezer we went hopeful it would be frozen enough for travel by the next morning.
From the truck to the camp, I sang praise...the Lord had delivered me a fine animal, an exciting show, and a clean kill. He truly is a loving Father...the simple pleasures he had just bestowed on his unworthy child filled my heart with joy.
Much congratulation back at camp, a retelling of the tale 2-3 times and we began to skin. It's really something when you see 4-5 guys drop everything and pick up knives to help you take care of your game. I had done it so many times for others without thinking, I had never stopped to appreciate the blessing the hunter gets from his camerades coming to his aide. My joy deepened and a tear swelled in my eye...it simply could not get any sweeter than this moment right here.
In short order, she was rendered down to bags for the freezer, choice meat that was indeed some of the finest fare to ever come off my smoker. A little seguay about bear meat: At the recent trad tournament at my farm I cooked the last of the shoulder meat from last year's bear. It took some time to trim all the sinew and silver skin from it but when I was finished, it was marinated and smoked. The bowl on the table said "Smoked Bear" and had not been touched...I walked among the tables offering samples. Even for die hard woodsman a wrinkled frown crossed their face as they expounded "I don't really like bear, it's a bit too tough and greasy." Just try a bite....one agreed, then another, a few more. I returned the bowl to the table with the silent selfishness that I hoped it would remain full...I wanted it for myself. A few minutes later the bowl was empty...and Chase was sopping the drippings out with a piece of bread. I had multiple people tell me with wide-eyed astonishment it was the best meat they could remember eating...even better than deer.
To the freezer we went hopeful it would be frozen enough for travel by the next morning.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Charlie Lamb on June 29, 2008, 10:43:00 AM
Post by: Charlie Lamb on June 29, 2008, 10:43:00 AM
:clapper:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: fatman on June 29, 2008, 10:47:00 AM
Post by: fatman on June 29, 2008, 10:47:00 AM
....whew! good read, JC :thumbsup:
:campfire:
:campfire:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 10:49:00 AM
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 10:49:00 AM
We talked and laughed well into the night, savoring the last moments in a fine camp. Everyone snored in my room that night...
The flurry of activity that was breaking down the camp looked like so many ants running to and fro staying continually busy. It was bitter-sweet once again...relishing in the great new memories we had and each other's company, yet sad it was all over.
We loaded up, cleaned up and headed out...stopping in La Tuque for bear check in then on to the border. The rest of the trip was peaceful and relaxed...somewhat quiet in the car with Tippit and Whip...all of us smiling the simple smile that comes from remembering what we had just lived. The weather was beautiful and it was surprising to see the Quebec countryside that I had mostly seen only in darkness during our previous trips up and back.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0316.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0325.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0349.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0350.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0362.jpg)
Several sad partings later as the other in the caravan branched off, we bee-lined for Tippits and the last leg of our journey. Another fine meal, a cool scotch and we sat round the porch filling in Miss Molly on the exploits and hearing of hers while we were gone. I slept well that night, even with the sadness of departure weighing over my head.
We awoke to a great breakfast that Jeff and Molly prepared for us, their hospitality is truly world class. I am proud to know them and call them friends, more genuinely fine, caring people you'll not meet. I packed up my gear, Jeff loaned me a cooler for the meat (Tom was taking care of the hide and skull and would ship later after tanning/beetling).
With a tinge of grief, I gave my final hugs to my brothers: until we meet again, be well and enjoy the simple flight of the arrow.
As the plane lifted off, I smiled deeply and drifted off to the dreams of huffing bears and moss covered woods...
The flurry of activity that was breaking down the camp looked like so many ants running to and fro staying continually busy. It was bitter-sweet once again...relishing in the great new memories we had and each other's company, yet sad it was all over.
We loaded up, cleaned up and headed out...stopping in La Tuque for bear check in then on to the border. The rest of the trip was peaceful and relaxed...somewhat quiet in the car with Tippit and Whip...all of us smiling the simple smile that comes from remembering what we had just lived. The weather was beautiful and it was surprising to see the Quebec countryside that I had mostly seen only in darkness during our previous trips up and back.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0316.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0325.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0349.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0350.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v701/recurvhuntr/Quebec%20Quest%20II%202008/IMG_0362.jpg)
Several sad partings later as the other in the caravan branched off, we bee-lined for Tippits and the last leg of our journey. Another fine meal, a cool scotch and we sat round the porch filling in Miss Molly on the exploits and hearing of hers while we were gone. I slept well that night, even with the sadness of departure weighing over my head.
We awoke to a great breakfast that Jeff and Molly prepared for us, their hospitality is truly world class. I am proud to know them and call them friends, more genuinely fine, caring people you'll not meet. I packed up my gear, Jeff loaned me a cooler for the meat (Tom was taking care of the hide and skull and would ship later after tanning/beetling).
With a tinge of grief, I gave my final hugs to my brothers: until we meet again, be well and enjoy the simple flight of the arrow.
As the plane lifted off, I smiled deeply and drifted off to the dreams of huffing bears and moss covered woods...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: robtattoo on June 29, 2008, 10:51:00 AM
Post by: robtattoo on June 29, 2008, 10:51:00 AM
:clapper: :clapper:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 29, 2008, 10:54:00 AM
Post by: PV on June 29, 2008, 10:54:00 AM
Well Done JC!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 29, 2008, 11:01:00 AM
Post by: Fletcher on June 29, 2008, 11:01:00 AM
Congratulations, JC!! You really got the full meal deal; seven full days of hunting, some fantastic shows and experiences and a fine bear. Thanks for sharing them with us. Your story had me there and your pictures are the greatest!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: steadman on June 29, 2008, 11:05:00 AM
Post by: steadman on June 29, 2008, 11:05:00 AM
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Shaun on June 29, 2008, 11:25:00 AM
Post by: Shaun on June 29, 2008, 11:25:00 AM
JC that was swell. The image of that small bear acting like you son off the schoolbus was pure poetry. Your reverence an humility shine through. Well done sir!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 29, 2008, 12:03:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on June 29, 2008, 12:03:00 PM
JC,
Thanks for the great fireside chat,cool pictures.You mentioned your bear not a trophy,I dissagree wholeheartedly.You got to go on a trip of a lifetime shoot a critter from a few armlegths away with stick & string !!! Alot of folks will only be able to live that through writing like yours and that will be the closest they can ever get to being there.Praise the LORD we are able to make hunts like this and the icing on the cake is arrowing a critter !! Thanks again for opening up your hunting diary to us again.
More to come...........................
Thanks for the great fireside chat,cool pictures.You mentioned your bear not a trophy,I dissagree wholeheartedly.You got to go on a trip of a lifetime shoot a critter from a few armlegths away with stick & string !!! Alot of folks will only be able to live that through writing like yours and that will be the closest they can ever get to being there.Praise the LORD we are able to make hunts like this and the icing on the cake is arrowing a critter !! Thanks again for opening up your hunting diary to us again.
More to come...........................
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: joe skipp on June 29, 2008, 12:14:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on June 29, 2008, 12:14:00 PM
:thumbsup: :notworthy:
Nice going JC...an exciting hunt with a great climax...Glad you hammered one!
Nice going JC...an exciting hunt with a great climax...Glad you hammered one!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Hood on June 29, 2008, 12:22:00 PM
Post by: Hood on June 29, 2008, 12:22:00 PM
Awesome! :campfire:
Thanks so much for sharing!
Thanks so much for sharing!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 29, 2008, 12:43:00 PM
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 29, 2008, 12:43:00 PM
Outstanding!!!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :clapper: :clapper: :clapper:
Congrats to all of you who were lucky enough to go on this special hunt!!!
Great stories and pic's...
Congrats to all of you who were lucky enough to go on this special hunt!!!
Great stories and pic's...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: rabbitman on June 29, 2008, 12:44:00 PM
Post by: rabbitman on June 29, 2008, 12:44:00 PM
Congrats on a fine bear Joe and great story....ranks right up there with Charlie's tales. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tique on June 29, 2008, 01:14:00 PM
Post by: Tique on June 29, 2008, 01:14:00 PM
Well done JC; congrats on a fine bear and great story. I do agree with Tom, stick and string at a few armlengths away---he is a trophy. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 01:50:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 01:50:00 PM
JC, that is some of the finest writing I have read in a long time! Great job taking us all into the stand with you.
With all these great stories, I have some big shoes to fill when I tell my tale. I'll do my best and the details are still fresh in my mind.
I am happy to see that Steve's video's were such a hit. Here they are once more.
(http://inlinethumb10.webshots.com/6473/2102187930049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
Steve showed me that video frame by frame back in camp. Very Interesting! With the lighted nock, you could actually see the arrow flexing in flight as it stablized itself. Cool stuff indeed.
With all these great stories, I have some big shoes to fill when I tell my tale. I'll do my best and the details are still fresh in my mind.
I am happy to see that Steve's video's were such a hit. Here they are once more.
(http://inlinethumb10.webshots.com/6473/2102187930049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
Steve showed me that video frame by frame back in camp. Very Interesting! With the lighted nock, you could actually see the arrow flexing in flight as it stablized itself. Cool stuff indeed.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 02:06:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 02:06:00 PM
Monday morning came early. On the prior two evenings, I had not yet seen a bear but my spirits were high. Most importantly, I was having the time of my life! This trip was already a success, bear or no bear.
Those of us that were thinking of changing stands drew for new active stands. I had drawn the "Bird." After a breakfast, we were off on bait runs and I would soon have my first look at my evening perch.
Bait runs were an enjoyable side trip every day. I found it interesting to learn the different stand setups, to see the bear activity, as well as the beautiful countryside. Being involved in all aspects of the hunt very much appealed to me.
Soon we arrived at end of the road leading to the Bird stand. Along the way, Tom told me of the stand as well as it's history and track record. My anticipation built further. We exited the truck, gathered all the gear to re-bait and headed out. After a brief walk through a tunnel of dense undergrowth and swampy muck we arrived at the stand location. A small clearing nestled in the dense surroundings, not 10 yards wide. The ground was beaten down to bare earth. The stand positioned about 6 feet high and maybe 6-7 yards away from the crib. Encounters were sure to be "up close and personal," as Tom often said. The dense vegetation and swamp like surroundings were exactly what I imagined as an ideal stand location. I was pumped! The bait had been hit and hit hard since the prior day. Tom said, "What do you think? Do you like it?" "Oh yeah! It looks good to me!" After a few minutes, we were headed back to the truck. I had a good feeling of the evening to come....
(http://inlinethumb43.webshots.com/38058/2968775050049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
I took this photo of the stand later in the week when Paul and I made a bait run. Note the stand on the left and the face of the crib on the right. Close!
Those of us that were thinking of changing stands drew for new active stands. I had drawn the "Bird." After a breakfast, we were off on bait runs and I would soon have my first look at my evening perch.
Bait runs were an enjoyable side trip every day. I found it interesting to learn the different stand setups, to see the bear activity, as well as the beautiful countryside. Being involved in all aspects of the hunt very much appealed to me.
Soon we arrived at end of the road leading to the Bird stand. Along the way, Tom told me of the stand as well as it's history and track record. My anticipation built further. We exited the truck, gathered all the gear to re-bait and headed out. After a brief walk through a tunnel of dense undergrowth and swampy muck we arrived at the stand location. A small clearing nestled in the dense surroundings, not 10 yards wide. The ground was beaten down to bare earth. The stand positioned about 6 feet high and maybe 6-7 yards away from the crib. Encounters were sure to be "up close and personal," as Tom often said. The dense vegetation and swamp like surroundings were exactly what I imagined as an ideal stand location. I was pumped! The bait had been hit and hit hard since the prior day. Tom said, "What do you think? Do you like it?" "Oh yeah! It looks good to me!" After a few minutes, we were headed back to the truck. I had a good feeling of the evening to come....
(http://inlinethumb43.webshots.com/38058/2968775050049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
I took this photo of the stand later in the week when Paul and I made a bait run. Note the stand on the left and the face of the crib on the right. Close!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 02:09:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 02:09:00 PM
Once arriving back in camp, spirits were high as always. Bowdoc's fine lunch was later followed by story telling, ventilating 3-d targets, and an occasional nap. To ensure I was ready, I released a few arrows on the camp practice range. Soon it was time to prep for the evening hunt.
I gathered my gear and donned my hunting attire. At the last minute I remembered JC's wise advice. "Don't EVER forget to take your TermaCell to your stand. You can forget your bow or your arrows and you can still have a good time, but you can't forget your TermaCell!" Very wise advice and ohhhh so true for this stand. After a near crucial mistake, I retrieved that wonderful device and even tucked my spare in my fanny pack. I was ready.
Sometime around 4pm, Nate and I headed out for our stands. Something stirred in my gut. It was nervous anticipation. It was one of those feelings like you just know something was going to happen. After the 20-30 minute drive, we arrived at my drop off. Nate and I bid each other farewell and good luck. Then, Nate was off to his stand a few miles away. I gathered my gear and sparked my TermaCell on. In a few minutes I was on my way down the swampy, "tunnel like" path to my stand. Upon arrival, a brief look in the barrel revealed the bait had already been hit since our morning bait run. "Oh yeah!" I thought to myself. I was excited! I climbed into the stand, arranged my gear, and settled in for the evening vigil. I carefully scanned the surroundings with my eyes, committing details of the landscape to memory so I would know when something seemed out of place. The ever present dominant red squirrel scurried around the crib. A subordinate squirrel's favorite perch would be 2 feet to my right. I sat motionless, moving only my eyes.
I gathered my gear and donned my hunting attire. At the last minute I remembered JC's wise advice. "Don't EVER forget to take your TermaCell to your stand. You can forget your bow or your arrows and you can still have a good time, but you can't forget your TermaCell!" Very wise advice and ohhhh so true for this stand. After a near crucial mistake, I retrieved that wonderful device and even tucked my spare in my fanny pack. I was ready.
Sometime around 4pm, Nate and I headed out for our stands. Something stirred in my gut. It was nervous anticipation. It was one of those feelings like you just know something was going to happen. After the 20-30 minute drive, we arrived at my drop off. Nate and I bid each other farewell and good luck. Then, Nate was off to his stand a few miles away. I gathered my gear and sparked my TermaCell on. In a few minutes I was on my way down the swampy, "tunnel like" path to my stand. Upon arrival, a brief look in the barrel revealed the bait had already been hit since our morning bait run. "Oh yeah!" I thought to myself. I was excited! I climbed into the stand, arranged my gear, and settled in for the evening vigil. I carefully scanned the surroundings with my eyes, committing details of the landscape to memory so I would know when something seemed out of place. The ever present dominant red squirrel scurried around the crib. A subordinate squirrel's favorite perch would be 2 feet to my right. I sat motionless, moving only my eyes.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 03:25:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 03:25:00 PM
An hour into my vigil, something captured my attention. A small branch cracking, a leaf rustling, the sound of a squirrel assuming his perch to my right?....I cannot remember. I slowly turned my head to the right. Through the lush, dense vegetation, I see a dark patch only 2-3 yards below on the path I walked in on. My eyes became more focused and the details of that dark patch were revealed. Hair, long black hair... it was a bear. Big or small, rubbed or full coat, I could not tell. So close but I can only see small, six to eight inch patches of fur through the undergrowth. I soon make out a muzzle, then parted hair on the center of the back. The bear stands at the intersection of the path and the clearing, assessing the surroundings.
After a minute, the bear enters the clearing to my right. As I looked down from 1-2 yards away I could tell it was of good size, wide across the back and the coat was beautiful. I estimated 150-180 pounds and probably a sow. Another bear, about 30-40 lbs smaller, began to enter the clearing on the same path. It let out a rattling bawl, quickly turned a 180, and left crashing through the brush. I quickly shifted my eyes back to the first bear expecting to see a second departure. She was not phased by the second bear's exit. The 1st bear continued walking the perimeter of the clearing to my right, then sat down, facing me just beyond the crib. A white "V" was revealed on her chest. I studied the bears head, ears were not large but neither tiny. They were not extending upright, more from the side of her head. I made my decision. If given the right opportunity, this would be my first bear.
Soon the bear was back on its feet and slowly approaching the front of the crib from the right, broadside. I began a slow draw as it paralleled the front of the crib. Then, one step to the left and the angle was now wrong. I froze at half draw as she stood quartering to me. In a moment, her attention was turned back to the crib. A broadside shot was again presented. I hit full draw and wait for the near leg to step forward. The bear again turns towards me, more so than before, and then sits facing head on. I hold at full draw with the bear facing a mere 4 yards away. Soon, my muscles tremble. I curl my fingers around the string and hold tightly. I try not to move, but my muscles now shake. Just as I near my limit and will need to let down, the bear looks back to the barrel and gives me the opportunity to move. I let off my draw. A second look back at the crib and it is back on it's feet and circling back to the face of the barrel. I slowly begin to draw for the third time. Near broadside, only slightly quartering away, she reaches the face of the barrel. In seemingly slow motion, I see the near front leg rise of the ground and extend out toward the barrel.
My full attention became devoted to a small spot directly above a nearly hairless triangle at the armpit. I see nothing else, just that spot. For a breif moment, the world stands still. I hear nothing, I no longer see the bear... just that spot. I don't recall relaxing my fingers, or even the arrow flight.
The bear lets out a load snarling growl as it rares backward. I see my fletching and arrow wrap protruding from "the spot." As if shot from a cannon, the bear crashes through the brush exiting the area nearly 3 feet from the base of my tree. I visually follow the sounds of the crashing. I hear a snap (my arrow?) then nothing. No moan was heard. This made me uneasy. I sat and replayed the events over and over. The angle my arrow in relation to the bear seemed odd. She was nearly broadside at the shot. I bit of doubt entered my mind, but there was no question of the arrows entry, or that it was angled forward where it should. Just the angle was to sharply forward. I convinced myself that my Zwickey had lodged in the far leg, changing the shaft's angle as the bear rared up. I scanned the ground from my stand and could see blood. A closer look and I could see blood from point of impact to bear's departure from the clearing. I climbed down to inspect the trail. The blood was bright red and steady for as far as I could see in the brush, which was only 10 feet. She did not follow a trail, but barreled through some of the thickest brush. Everything looked good, but no moan. After weighing all the evidence, I made the difficult decision not to follow up on the trail. I would give it a few hours or wait until morning.
Nate would not return to pick me up for another 4 hours or more, so I climbed back into the stand. Little did I know that the rest of the evening would prove to be more exciting...
After a minute, the bear enters the clearing to my right. As I looked down from 1-2 yards away I could tell it was of good size, wide across the back and the coat was beautiful. I estimated 150-180 pounds and probably a sow. Another bear, about 30-40 lbs smaller, began to enter the clearing on the same path. It let out a rattling bawl, quickly turned a 180, and left crashing through the brush. I quickly shifted my eyes back to the first bear expecting to see a second departure. She was not phased by the second bear's exit. The 1st bear continued walking the perimeter of the clearing to my right, then sat down, facing me just beyond the crib. A white "V" was revealed on her chest. I studied the bears head, ears were not large but neither tiny. They were not extending upright, more from the side of her head. I made my decision. If given the right opportunity, this would be my first bear.
Soon the bear was back on its feet and slowly approaching the front of the crib from the right, broadside. I began a slow draw as it paralleled the front of the crib. Then, one step to the left and the angle was now wrong. I froze at half draw as she stood quartering to me. In a moment, her attention was turned back to the crib. A broadside shot was again presented. I hit full draw and wait for the near leg to step forward. The bear again turns towards me, more so than before, and then sits facing head on. I hold at full draw with the bear facing a mere 4 yards away. Soon, my muscles tremble. I curl my fingers around the string and hold tightly. I try not to move, but my muscles now shake. Just as I near my limit and will need to let down, the bear looks back to the barrel and gives me the opportunity to move. I let off my draw. A second look back at the crib and it is back on it's feet and circling back to the face of the barrel. I slowly begin to draw for the third time. Near broadside, only slightly quartering away, she reaches the face of the barrel. In seemingly slow motion, I see the near front leg rise of the ground and extend out toward the barrel.
My full attention became devoted to a small spot directly above a nearly hairless triangle at the armpit. I see nothing else, just that spot. For a breif moment, the world stands still. I hear nothing, I no longer see the bear... just that spot. I don't recall relaxing my fingers, or even the arrow flight.
The bear lets out a load snarling growl as it rares backward. I see my fletching and arrow wrap protruding from "the spot." As if shot from a cannon, the bear crashes through the brush exiting the area nearly 3 feet from the base of my tree. I visually follow the sounds of the crashing. I hear a snap (my arrow?) then nothing. No moan was heard. This made me uneasy. I sat and replayed the events over and over. The angle my arrow in relation to the bear seemed odd. She was nearly broadside at the shot. I bit of doubt entered my mind, but there was no question of the arrows entry, or that it was angled forward where it should. Just the angle was to sharply forward. I convinced myself that my Zwickey had lodged in the far leg, changing the shaft's angle as the bear rared up. I scanned the ground from my stand and could see blood. A closer look and I could see blood from point of impact to bear's departure from the clearing. I climbed down to inspect the trail. The blood was bright red and steady for as far as I could see in the brush, which was only 10 feet. She did not follow a trail, but barreled through some of the thickest brush. Everything looked good, but no moan. After weighing all the evidence, I made the difficult decision not to follow up on the trail. I would give it a few hours or wait until morning.
Nate would not return to pick me up for another 4 hours or more, so I climbed back into the stand. Little did I know that the rest of the evening would prove to be more exciting...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Shaun on June 29, 2008, 03:39:00 PM
Post by: Shaun on June 29, 2008, 03:39:00 PM
You guys are killing me! Bears are getting shot left and right and I am here working on the puter on a Sunday. OK, I am taking breaks to check TG, but really, I am trying to make my hunting stash of filthily lucre and you're arrowing more bears per page than any thread ever.
Move over Rover, I'm not missing this hunt in '09!
Move over Rover, I'm not missing this hunt in '09!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 29, 2008, 04:34:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 29, 2008, 04:34:00 PM
Check back often Shaun.
This story is going to get INTERESTING!!
This story is going to get INTERESTING!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on June 29, 2008, 05:31:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on June 29, 2008, 05:31:00 PM
Thanks, Kenny. Madeline and I are definitely planning to make the Nashville gathering. We'll have to keep in touch and have that breakfast!
Shaun, if you are serious about going, get on the list now. This hunt is definitely worth going on and it will fill up quickly.
Shaun, if you are serious about going, get on the list now. This hunt is definitely worth going on and it will fill up quickly.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 06:38:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 06:38:00 PM
Almost an hour after settling back into the stand, a bear appears from behind. This time a small 60-70 lb bear. After a quick check to ensure no other bears are around, he marches right in and heads straight for the barrel. He steadily eats for about 10-15 minutes. Once he has his fill, he makes his departure on the same trail he came in on. I wish I had not forgotten my camera. Three bears seen and it was not even prime time.
20 minutes lapse and I hear snorting and crashing 50 yards off to my left. At first I believed that some deer winded me. Another 10 minutes pass, and I hear the same sound. More deer? The sound just wasn't right. It was more of a snort wheeze than an alarm snort. That wasn't deer. I sit quietly and listen more intently now. Over the next hour I hear the same sounds repeatedly. Eventually the sounds grow closer and more frequent. Now 25 yards away.
I scan the thick surroundings off to my left and see a tiny patch of black creeping through the dense vegetation...another bear. The sound erupts again as the black form explodes forward at amazing speed. I see pieces of another black form retreat the same distance. It's two bears! I cannot clearly make out their forms, only small pieces. One slowly creeps towards the other, and then explodes forward as it lashes out. These sessions repeat 7 or 8 times within sight. Each time they become closer and more aggressive. Hissing, blows, and growls mixed with the sounds of heavy charging feet and undergrowth giving way. They enter more sparse cover and I see both more clearly, the subordinate bear may actually be larger. One final confrontation and the subordinate finally gives way and slowly melts into the greenery.
The successor now approaches the from behind the crib. I can now see him clearly. He circles to the front of the crib, popping his teeth as he carefully scans the surroundings. "He is guarding the bait," I thought. He was ready to drive off any and all intruders. He slowly retraced his steps, from the front of the crib to the back three or four times more, aggressively popping his teeth and glaring off into the brush. Almost as if setting up an ambush, he then lays down on the right side of the crib a mere six to seven yards away facing me. I sit motionless, marveled at his size. I also begin to rethink my idea of staying in the stand until dark. This was his food and nothing was going to get close to that crib. He was as big around as the 55 gallon drum. I estimated him a minimum of 250 lbs and probably 300 lbs or more. I haven't seen bears this big before. He was much larger than the bear that I arrowed a few hours prior. For the first 20 minutes, he did not touch the food. His interest was only directed towards driving off potential threats that might intrude. Intimidating he was!
20 minutes lapse and I hear snorting and crashing 50 yards off to my left. At first I believed that some deer winded me. Another 10 minutes pass, and I hear the same sound. More deer? The sound just wasn't right. It was more of a snort wheeze than an alarm snort. That wasn't deer. I sit quietly and listen more intently now. Over the next hour I hear the same sounds repeatedly. Eventually the sounds grow closer and more frequent. Now 25 yards away.
I scan the thick surroundings off to my left and see a tiny patch of black creeping through the dense vegetation...another bear. The sound erupts again as the black form explodes forward at amazing speed. I see pieces of another black form retreat the same distance. It's two bears! I cannot clearly make out their forms, only small pieces. One slowly creeps towards the other, and then explodes forward as it lashes out. These sessions repeat 7 or 8 times within sight. Each time they become closer and more aggressive. Hissing, blows, and growls mixed with the sounds of heavy charging feet and undergrowth giving way. They enter more sparse cover and I see both more clearly, the subordinate bear may actually be larger. One final confrontation and the subordinate finally gives way and slowly melts into the greenery.
The successor now approaches the from behind the crib. I can now see him clearly. He circles to the front of the crib, popping his teeth as he carefully scans the surroundings. "He is guarding the bait," I thought. He was ready to drive off any and all intruders. He slowly retraced his steps, from the front of the crib to the back three or four times more, aggressively popping his teeth and glaring off into the brush. Almost as if setting up an ambush, he then lays down on the right side of the crib a mere six to seven yards away facing me. I sit motionless, marveled at his size. I also begin to rethink my idea of staying in the stand until dark. This was his food and nothing was going to get close to that crib. He was as big around as the 55 gallon drum. I estimated him a minimum of 250 lbs and probably 300 lbs or more. I haven't seen bears this big before. He was much larger than the bear that I arrowed a few hours prior. For the first 20 minutes, he did not touch the food. His interest was only directed towards driving off potential threats that might intrude. Intimidating he was!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 06:52:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 06:52:00 PM
After lying for 5 minutes, he rose and again walked a half circle around the crib. Popping teeth along the way. Satisfied that no one would test his dominance, he slowly made his way to the barrel. A sniff of the barrel, then scan for threats, drag some bait out on the ground, then look around some more. He begins to eat but scans the surroundings between mouthfuls. He is standing broadside at maybe 4-5 yards, but my tag had been expended. He is huge. At the shoulder, he was as tall as the barrel raised 10 inches off the ground.
(http://inlinethumb60.webshots.com/315/2986243240049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
So close I can hear his lips smack and each breath he takes. I sit motionless on the stand. A camo figure in an orange vest, bow hanging in front of me. He raises his head to look around, and then our eyes meet. I am no longer invisible. Again, I hear teeth popping. He starts to move towards the base of my tree, eyes fixed on the stand. I turn my face off at 2 o'clock and watch with my peripheral vision and glances from the corner of my eye. "This is not good," I thought to myself. I glance through the floor of the stand and see this head and shoulders start to rise off the ground. My legs involuntarily push me back, hard, into the tree as he rises. His huge head clears the platform of the stand and he stares, popping his teeth a mere twelve to eighteen inches away. I watch him only through the corner of my eye. I don't even take a breath. He has two white circles side by side on his chest. After 5 to 10 seconds, he slowly drops to all fours and returns to the bait. I guess he had made his point. Finally, I take a deep breath. "Now, that was close!"
He begins to gorge himself on donuts and pastries. This continues for another 20 or 30 minutes, only interrupted by an occasional scan for intruders. Only when he has his head is fully in the barrel will I move a muscle or reposition myself. My right leg was painfully falling asleep. The occasional shift was just enough to keep the circulation flowing.
(http://inlinethumb60.webshots.com/315/2986243240049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
So close I can hear his lips smack and each breath he takes. I sit motionless on the stand. A camo figure in an orange vest, bow hanging in front of me. He raises his head to look around, and then our eyes meet. I am no longer invisible. Again, I hear teeth popping. He starts to move towards the base of my tree, eyes fixed on the stand. I turn my face off at 2 o'clock and watch with my peripheral vision and glances from the corner of my eye. "This is not good," I thought to myself. I glance through the floor of the stand and see this head and shoulders start to rise off the ground. My legs involuntarily push me back, hard, into the tree as he rises. His huge head clears the platform of the stand and he stares, popping his teeth a mere twelve to eighteen inches away. I watch him only through the corner of my eye. I don't even take a breath. He has two white circles side by side on his chest. After 5 to 10 seconds, he slowly drops to all fours and returns to the bait. I guess he had made his point. Finally, I take a deep breath. "Now, that was close!"
He begins to gorge himself on donuts and pastries. This continues for another 20 or 30 minutes, only interrupted by an occasional scan for intruders. Only when he has his head is fully in the barrel will I move a muscle or reposition myself. My right leg was painfully falling asleep. The occasional shift was just enough to keep the circulation flowing.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 07:03:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 07:03:00 PM
Eventually, he backs away from the barrel and glances up at me again. Immediately, he shakes his head from side to side as if agitated. Then, his eyes lock on me again. His demeanor changes...and not for the better. He slowly lowers his head, yet rotates it slightly. Just enough to keep one eye locked on the image in the tree. In a stiff legged manner, he lumbers sideways towards the base of my tree.
It was obvious that things were escalating quickly and his behavior was now aggressive. There was no question that he was agitated at my presence. Either I was not high enough in that tree to satisfy him, or he expected me to be long gone by now. In any event, I was faced with a slight dilemma because neither an exit, nor climbing was an option. The events were getting uncomfortable. Ever had the feeling you were no longer at the top of the food chain? It's humbling. Thoughts flood my mind as to what I needed to do, before I can sort out the best course of action, it was too late. It doesn't take long to move 4 yards.
It was obvious that things were escalating quickly and his behavior was now aggressive. There was no question that he was agitated at my presence. Either I was not high enough in that tree to satisfy him, or he expected me to be long gone by now. In any event, I was faced with a slight dilemma because neither an exit, nor climbing was an option. The events were getting uncomfortable. Ever had the feeling you were no longer at the top of the food chain? It's humbling. Thoughts flood my mind as to what I needed to do, before I can sort out the best course of action, it was too late. It doesn't take long to move 4 yards.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 07:16:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 07:16:00 PM
Again I watched him through the corner of my eye. He had made his way to the base of the tree to my left. Again, I see his shoulders start to rise off the ground. I start to drift to the far side of my seat. In a split second, the top of a pine tree on my left rocks about 3 feet slamming into my tree and stand. I jumped up from my seat and yelled. "HEYYyyyyy!!!!!!" It wasn't a conscious decision, just a reaction.
"GET OUTTA HERE!!!!" He is now back on all fours. The big old boar backpedals about 5 feet and stares. "GO ON!" He held his ground and just stared. "NOW!" Nothing, he's not leaving. I realized that I am one of the few, if not the only human he has ever encountered. My voice and movements did not intimidate him. Knowing that "size" was one thing he may understand, I tried my best to look bigger than him. I stood as tall as I could, threw my arms in the air and let out a loud ROARRrrrrr!!! He quickly backed up 5 yards and stopped. He stared more. I thought to myself, "Hey that worked, a little!" Light was quickly fading at this point. Over the next 5-10 minutes, I repeatedly encouraged him to depart. He slowly moved back to 10 yards, then hesitantly to 15 yards. In a few more feet and he was just out of sight. How far off? I did not know. The good news he was on the side opposite my exit path. A quick scan with my flashlight, revealed no eyeballs looking back. Down the tree I went. Knowing he may have been lurking only 15 yards away, when my feet hit the ground I was immediately headed down the tunnel like path, away from the bait. Soon I emerged on the logging road..."Whew!!!! What an evening!!!" Instead of waiting at my pick up spot, I hiked to the end of the road to wait for Nate's arrival. I probably drove Nate crazy on that ride back to camp. I had more than my share of adrenaline still pumping through my veins.
(http://inlinethumb27.webshots.com/19674/2224574830049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
"GET OUTTA HERE!!!!" He is now back on all fours. The big old boar backpedals about 5 feet and stares. "GO ON!" He held his ground and just stared. "NOW!" Nothing, he's not leaving. I realized that I am one of the few, if not the only human he has ever encountered. My voice and movements did not intimidate him. Knowing that "size" was one thing he may understand, I tried my best to look bigger than him. I stood as tall as I could, threw my arms in the air and let out a loud ROARRrrrrr!!! He quickly backed up 5 yards and stopped. He stared more. I thought to myself, "Hey that worked, a little!" Light was quickly fading at this point. Over the next 5-10 minutes, I repeatedly encouraged him to depart. He slowly moved back to 10 yards, then hesitantly to 15 yards. In a few more feet and he was just out of sight. How far off? I did not know. The good news he was on the side opposite my exit path. A quick scan with my flashlight, revealed no eyeballs looking back. Down the tree I went. Knowing he may have been lurking only 15 yards away, when my feet hit the ground I was immediately headed down the tunnel like path, away from the bait. Soon I emerged on the logging road..."Whew!!!! What an evening!!!" Instead of waiting at my pick up spot, I hiked to the end of the road to wait for Nate's arrival. I probably drove Nate crazy on that ride back to camp. I had more than my share of adrenaline still pumping through my veins.
(http://inlinethumb27.webshots.com/19674/2224574830049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 29, 2008, 07:27:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 29, 2008, 07:27:00 PM
So....ahhhh....John..... Do you think you'll ever hunt bears again? ;) :jumper:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 29, 2008, 07:36:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on June 29, 2008, 07:36:00 PM
Now thats Pucker Factor
:scared: I think I may have had to take my chances with Bowdoc's Buddies... There woulda been another arrow loosed!... No Doubt.
:scared: I think I may have had to take my chances with Bowdoc's Buddies... There woulda been another arrow loosed!... No Doubt.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 07:36:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 29, 2008, 07:36:00 PM
Doing a fine job there Jay....well told.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 29, 2008, 07:38:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 29, 2008, 07:38:00 PM
(http://inlinethumb30.webshots.com/8349/2686136040049059966S500x500Q85.jpg) (http://good-times.webshots.com/photo/2686136040049059966wbCXNT)
Another angle of Jay's stand. Jay is somewhere between 5' 8 -- 5'10" tall for scale.
Another angle of Jay's stand. Jay is somewhere between 5' 8 -- 5'10" tall for scale.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 07:45:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 07:45:00 PM
After arriving back in camp, I was excited to learn that others had success as well. Matt was back in camp with Stubby, a tremendous bear. Stubby's size also confirmed my estimate on the size of the big boar that spent over an hour within 10 yards of the stand. He was at least this big, but with four well equipped paws.
(http://inlinethumb57.webshots.com/41080/2930474260049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
It was a great night, but a long one. Matt and I stayed up until about 2:00am that night talking and reminiscing over the day's events, as well as past hunts. This also took my mind off the not yet recovered bear, and the uncertainty of the tracking job that would lie ahead. Steve also joined us for a while too. Eventually, exhaustion set in and we were forced to bed.
After a near sleepless night and a cup of coffee, the recovery team was formed. Tom, Bowdoc, Tippit and myself headed off to the Bird. Upon arriving at the stand, I directed the team to the trail and replayed the shot sequence and departure. Even after some showers the night before, blood was still present. We picked up the trail immediately. Bowdoc tried to get me to head up the trail, but I declined. It was best to leave the tracking up to the professionals. I have years of experience tracking, but not on bears. It was a little unnerved crawling though the dense undergrowth after my experiences the night before. This was his living room after all. The blood proved steady all the way. About 60-70 yards in, Tom say's "Here's your arrow!" Ten feet later I hear, "And there is your bear!" Wow, what a rush!
The next few minutes were followed with congratulations and handshakes that I will not forget. Bowdoc, grabbed me for a hug and pat on the back. "How cool is that! Your first bear. That's what it is all about. That's why we are all here...just what you are feeling right now. It is all yours and you won't forget it!" He knew how special it was. Those words could never be more true. What a great group of guys to share in the memory! And Don, I will never forget it! Good people, good times, and beautiful country. Who could ask for more...
(http://inlinethumb19.webshots.com/39698/2230007850049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
(http://inlinethumb57.webshots.com/41080/2930474260049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
It was a great night, but a long one. Matt and I stayed up until about 2:00am that night talking and reminiscing over the day's events, as well as past hunts. This also took my mind off the not yet recovered bear, and the uncertainty of the tracking job that would lie ahead. Steve also joined us for a while too. Eventually, exhaustion set in and we were forced to bed.
After a near sleepless night and a cup of coffee, the recovery team was formed. Tom, Bowdoc, Tippit and myself headed off to the Bird. Upon arriving at the stand, I directed the team to the trail and replayed the shot sequence and departure. Even after some showers the night before, blood was still present. We picked up the trail immediately. Bowdoc tried to get me to head up the trail, but I declined. It was best to leave the tracking up to the professionals. I have years of experience tracking, but not on bears. It was a little unnerved crawling though the dense undergrowth after my experiences the night before. This was his living room after all. The blood proved steady all the way. About 60-70 yards in, Tom say's "Here's your arrow!" Ten feet later I hear, "And there is your bear!" Wow, what a rush!
The next few minutes were followed with congratulations and handshakes that I will not forget. Bowdoc, grabbed me for a hug and pat on the back. "How cool is that! Your first bear. That's what it is all about. That's why we are all here...just what you are feeling right now. It is all yours and you won't forget it!" He knew how special it was. Those words could never be more true. What a great group of guys to share in the memory! And Don, I will never forget it! Good people, good times, and beautiful country. Who could ask for more...
(http://inlinethumb19.webshots.com/39698/2230007850049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 07:59:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 07:59:00 PM
Brent,
Funny you should ask that. Each time I recant this story, I am asked "Would you go back and do it again?"
I can honestly say my response is always the same, YES!! Absolutely! I would do it again in a heartbeat!
Tom, Please put me on the list for next year and let me know when you want a check mailed.
To everyone, thank you for the time of my life!
-Jay
Funny you should ask that. Each time I recant this story, I am asked "Would you go back and do it again?"
I can honestly say my response is always the same, YES!! Absolutely! I would do it again in a heartbeat!
Tom, Please put me on the list for next year and let me know when you want a check mailed.
To everyone, thank you for the time of my life!
-Jay
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 08:18:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on June 29, 2008, 08:18:00 PM
Thanks Paul! I am 5'9" so that puts the stand in perspective. That is about exactly where the bear stood the first time too, only he was a touch closer. I can't even reach as high as that bears head when he stood up. I think he had me by a good foot, or foot and a half.
I just wish he had gone home with you. I hope someone with an unfilled tag gets to meet up with him next year! Just look for the two white bullseyes on his chest.
I just wish he had gone home with you. I hope someone with an unfilled tag gets to meet up with him next year! Just look for the two white bullseyes on his chest.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hormoan on June 29, 2008, 08:26:00 PM
Post by: hormoan on June 29, 2008, 08:26:00 PM
Man this hunt started right when I moved to AZ. I've been trying to catch up to it and still have not. But WOW great hunt and companionship and awesome story line. We that where not there are so very envious :thumbsup:
Brent
Brent
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Doc Nock on June 29, 2008, 09:21:00 PM
Post by: Doc Nock on June 29, 2008, 09:21:00 PM
Oh,dear...I think I wet my britches reading that last one... JC's made me feel like I was right there and Blkdog...well, his tellin made my mouth go kinda dry...
Tom...can I have a 30' ladder stand? :)
Tom...can I have a 30' ladder stand? :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 29, 2008, 09:23:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on June 29, 2008, 09:23:00 PM
JC and John, Great stories both!
Now, who's next??? :readit: :D
Now, who's next??? :readit: :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 29, 2008, 09:46:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 29, 2008, 09:46:00 PM
That is some fine story telling Jay. I heard it all in person, but reading about it just put chills up my spine again! Great job, and congratulations once again. That is certainly a night you will never forget and will stay fresh in your mind for the rest of your life!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: leatherneck on June 29, 2008, 09:59:00 PM
Post by: leatherneck on June 29, 2008, 09:59:00 PM
Man, everytime I get on here there is anew story to read. How many of you were there, a 100? Great stroies guys. Ok, who's next? Wait a minute, JC did you finish yet? I better look back a page or two.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: leatherneck on June 29, 2008, 10:20:00 PM
Post by: leatherneck on June 29, 2008, 10:20:00 PM
Ahh, you all are too fast for me. Got it JC. Fine bear and fine shooting brother.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:08:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:08:00 AM
I got my home computer working again and my camera back from Tom...now.......some more picture's...I know I ai'nt the only one that took pic's.So some of the first week guy's needs to load a few pic's also.....and no more rabbit ears in the group pictures....My daughter is going to print the whole story for me again and the rabbit ears don't look cool......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:15:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:15:00 AM
Take a look at this dude......Team Tippet presedent and founder....bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt015.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:21:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:21:00 AM
and then.............bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt017.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:24:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:24:00 AM
and then and then and then.....bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt008.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:28:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:28:00 AM
Check out this old goat and his prize....nice going Matt ..... bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt013.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:32:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:32:00 AM
Oh yeah.....sweet...Great shooting Jay...bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt019.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:35:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:35:00 AM
Roy Boy and Marvin...well Marvin is no more....bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt028.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:39:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:39:00 AM
and my man Ken...a true smile..no staged photo here....bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt030.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on June 30, 2008, 09:40:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on June 30, 2008, 09:40:00 AM
so Loyde shot marvin finally huh? I figured he probably would. Good Job bud!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on June 30, 2008, 09:41:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on June 30, 2008, 09:41:00 AM
Great Photos, Bowdaddy. I never saw you with a camera, you sneaky devil. GY
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:44:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:44:00 AM
Thats true,I like the real photo's and no possing.....Big Steve and his Pittsley finishing up after a long night....Great video work Steve.........bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt032.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:51:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:51:00 AM
(http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt038.jpg)and a big hooooraaaaa....for my boy JC...he was busten his hump this year to make things happen and he was right on...when he said hard work will pay off.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:58:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 09:58:00 AM
bowdaddy and his prize....bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt001.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 10:02:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 10:02:00 AM
sad day packing......bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt052.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 10:03:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on June 30, 2008, 10:03:00 AM
busten out..............bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt056.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 30, 2008, 12:06:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 30, 2008, 12:06:00 PM
A sad day indeed......... (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v488/Shortbldtr/IMG_0038.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kingwouldbe on June 30, 2008, 12:52:00 PM
Post by: Kingwouldbe on June 30, 2008, 12:52:00 PM
This sounds like a great Tradgang bow hunt, thanks to all of you for taking us with you.
A tip of the camo hat to y'all.
A tip of the camo hat to y'all.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: meathead on June 30, 2008, 07:06:00 PM
Post by: meathead on June 30, 2008, 07:06:00 PM
I go fishing for a couple days and jay already went and killed his bear. I'll tell you guys Jay was as excited as can be after his run-in with the big boy. It is fun to be around someone after those kind of close encounters. I hope we can do it again next year.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on June 30, 2008, 09:31:00 PM
Post by: PV on June 30, 2008, 09:31:00 PM
Circumstances and a great and very understanding wife has allowed me to hunt a lot more than I should the last dozen years or so. I find myself a bit jaded at times without the enthusiasm and anticipation for the upcoming hunt I used to experience when my hunting time was limited.
That all changed when Jay arrived at my house on the day before the hunt. His enthusiasm and excitement were infectious and I felt the old anticipation of the hunt coming back.
We shot our bows, ate and stayed up later than a good host should have allowed a tired traveler too.
Friday we packed up, picked up Steve at the bus terminal and met up with Doc, Whip and JC at Doc's place. The brotherhood of traditional archers continues to amaze me. People from different backgrounds and locations bond as quickly as superglue.
Doc's basement is a bowyers dream. He has more bows of all different types than anyplace I have seen.I could have spent the entire week there, and not seen them all. We flung a few arrows and our gracious hosts Doc and Molly treated us to a fine meal. After a nap we were on the road to meet the rest of the crew in Vermont.
The rest of the journey up to camp has been well written by JC and others so I'll fast forward to the drawing of stands for the first night. Although I do have to add that Bowdoc would take another chapter to describe.
I drew the Roller Coaster stand. A first year bait that had a big bear on it. I believe there was a sow taken off the bait in week one and a larger bear seen.
The tracks at the bait were large and for two of the three days I sat that stand, the barrel was torn out of the crib and rolled down the hill.
No sightings the first two nights prompted me to move the stand to another tree. Early on the third night, I briefly saw a very nervous or agitated bear come and check the tree that the stand had been in. I could hear sticks breaking and had nervous small game at the bait for the rest of the evening, but the bear never showed. I was back in the stand at daylight on the following day. The barrel once again torn from the crib and down the hill. I sat for three hours, no bear.
There was another drawing of stands that had opened up that afternoon. I drew the Bird stand where Jay had taken his first bear, and had other lifelong memories created the previous evening..........
That all changed when Jay arrived at my house on the day before the hunt. His enthusiasm and excitement were infectious and I felt the old anticipation of the hunt coming back.
We shot our bows, ate and stayed up later than a good host should have allowed a tired traveler too.
Friday we packed up, picked up Steve at the bus terminal and met up with Doc, Whip and JC at Doc's place. The brotherhood of traditional archers continues to amaze me. People from different backgrounds and locations bond as quickly as superglue.
Doc's basement is a bowyers dream. He has more bows of all different types than anyplace I have seen.I could have spent the entire week there, and not seen them all. We flung a few arrows and our gracious hosts Doc and Molly treated us to a fine meal. After a nap we were on the road to meet the rest of the crew in Vermont.
The rest of the journey up to camp has been well written by JC and others so I'll fast forward to the drawing of stands for the first night. Although I do have to add that Bowdoc would take another chapter to describe.
I drew the Roller Coaster stand. A first year bait that had a big bear on it. I believe there was a sow taken off the bait in week one and a larger bear seen.
The tracks at the bait were large and for two of the three days I sat that stand, the barrel was torn out of the crib and rolled down the hill.
No sightings the first two nights prompted me to move the stand to another tree. Early on the third night, I briefly saw a very nervous or agitated bear come and check the tree that the stand had been in. I could hear sticks breaking and had nervous small game at the bait for the rest of the evening, but the bear never showed. I was back in the stand at daylight on the following day. The barrel once again torn from the crib and down the hill. I sat for three hours, no bear.
There was another drawing of stands that had opened up that afternoon. I drew the Bird stand where Jay had taken his first bear, and had other lifelong memories created the previous evening..........
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on June 30, 2008, 09:45:00 PM
Post by: JC on June 30, 2008, 09:45:00 PM
Yeeeaaaaahhhhh, c'mon! It's fillin out right nice now boys....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: beachbowhunter on June 30, 2008, 10:10:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on June 30, 2008, 10:10:00 PM
:clapper: :pray: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on June 30, 2008, 10:17:00 PM
Post by: tippit on June 30, 2008, 10:17:00 PM
Paul, I don't think any of my bows match the beauty of the three you make and brought to bear camp :notworthy: Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: SKYLER W on June 30, 2008, 10:37:00 PM
Post by: SKYLER W on June 30, 2008, 10:37:00 PM
Do you guy's have any idea how bad this makes all of us want to Bear Hunting with you all next year????....Skyler
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on June 30, 2008, 10:45:00 PM
Post by: Whip on June 30, 2008, 10:45:00 PM
Yeah Slyler, I think I do. I vividly remember reading of the exploits of the 1st Bear Quest crew last year and thinking to myself "I'd really like to do that!". This year I became a part of it. Next year you can too! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on July 01, 2008, 12:05:00 AM
Post by: BlkDog on July 01, 2008, 12:05:00 AM
Keep those stories coming. 51 more weeks and we can all meet up at the Denny's in Vermont again!
Sweet pics Bowdoc! I might have to grab a few of those. Keep those photos coming!
Sweet pics Bowdoc! I might have to grab a few of those. Keep those photos coming!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 05:31:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 05:31:00 AM
Thats what I'am talken about....I believe we are all brothers and sisters from different mothers.....the bound of stick and string makes this what it should be.....I hope we all can enjoy these hunts for many years to come...Thanks guy's that was the best hunt ever for me........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on July 01, 2008, 06:16:00 AM
Post by: tippit on July 01, 2008, 06:16:00 AM
I certainly found a commom bond with Eric and his Bear Killing Red selfbow :thumbsup: Thanks again for the pleasure of being able to use this bow...Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08105.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08105.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on July 01, 2008, 06:21:00 AM
Post by: tippit on July 01, 2008, 06:21:00 AM
You won't find many better than these two fine Southern Gentlemen...Kip & JC taking a break on the veranda! Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08156.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Quebec%20Quest%2008/QuebecQuest08156.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 06:38:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 06:38:00 AM
Hell yeah,thats what I'am talken about...........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 06:44:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 06:44:00 AM
Here's the team....basking in thier glory.How sweet is that......bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt061.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 06:47:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 06:47:00 AM
I gotta tell ya....this looks like some kind of a pay off...bd (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt053.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 06:56:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 06:56:00 AM
The plot thickens.......I knew there was some kind of dirty deeds going on behind the seens....Look Tom is pretending to be sleeping.......bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt023.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:06:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:06:00 AM
Ok how many traditional bowhunters does it take to load a quad in Jr's truck ??? at least 9 and one to take pictures is 10....we otta work for the city huh ???? one guy working and 10 standing around.......ya gotta love it...bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt054.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:13:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:13:00 AM
(http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt063.jpg) Canadian Whitetail on the way out of Rothman....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:22:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:22:00 AM
From the look on Jr.and Joe's face I would say the boy's were getting a little hosed after dinner ahh....Whip is still wearing his headlamp in the house....purty cool....bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt047.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:24:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:24:00 AM
Hey check it out..I just noticed...Matt is passed out colder then a cucumber...now thats funny....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:37:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:37:00 AM
Family time.............bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt044.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:41:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:41:00 AM
whooops I almost forgot these.I only took pics of 3 different broadheads....why you ask ???? cause they all worked great....the coup da gra..bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bh001.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:43:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:43:00 AM
Another job well done.....bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt035.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:51:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 07:51:00 AM
and last but not least...the Team Tippet single bevel hand forged Jr.stuck into a pipe...I've stuck alot of things into a pipe over the years,but never a broadhead.Thats one tough piece of steel right there.Good head Doc.....bd (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt022.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on July 01, 2008, 07:57:00 AM
Post by: JC on July 01, 2008, 07:57:00 AM
Great pics Bowdoc....that's the best one yet of the "pipe cutter".
Tippit, your kind words are much appreciated, considering the caliber of man they come from. It won't be long, you'll have to learn how to "porch sit and sip" like the rest of us Southern Gentry ;)
Tippit, your kind words are much appreciated, considering the caliber of man they come from. It won't be long, you'll have to learn how to "porch sit and sip" like the rest of us Southern Gentry ;)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on July 01, 2008, 08:04:00 AM
Post by: PV on July 01, 2008, 08:04:00 AM
Bowdoc you are as slick with a camera as you are putting finish to a bow!! Great pic's
I forgot to add the Black BB's to the story. Got early PT this morning. When I get back from the rack I'll fix that
I forgot to add the Black BB's to the story. Got early PT this morning. When I get back from the rack I'll fix that
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on July 01, 2008, 09:40:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on July 01, 2008, 09:40:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by the real bowdoc:is it just me or does that doe look confussed? She's got moose legs and mule deer ears! :D
(http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/bearhunt063.jpg) Canadian Whitetail on the way out of Rothman....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 09:47:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 09:47:00 AM
Shoot Brent Tom told me that was a moose....sure looks mulie to me to...but the whitetail gave it away......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Doc Nock on July 01, 2008, 10:28:00 AM
Post by: Doc Nock on July 01, 2008, 10:28:00 AM
Maybe it's one of those cross-bred "Whi-lies" or Whoolies... :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on July 01, 2008, 11:18:00 AM
Post by: PV on July 01, 2008, 11:18:00 AM
Black BB's:
Eric mentioned that the crib on the roller coaster stand had been torn apart the previous week. Eric suggested placing some scat from another bait at the site to see what would happen. Back at camp after the baiting run Doc's bears jewels were on the skinning table. I reasoned that if scat may work how about Black BB's. Much easier to transport in a rubber glove and I could keep them fresh in a cooler during the day.
Rocky mountain oysters weren't on the menu so Doc generously donated the jewels.
First two nights with the BBB's were quiet.
Drawing the Bird stand with the aggressive bear in Jays story on it the evening before I hung the BBB's next to the bait in anticipation of some action...
Eric mentioned that the crib on the roller coaster stand had been torn apart the previous week. Eric suggested placing some scat from another bait at the site to see what would happen. Back at camp after the baiting run Doc's bears jewels were on the skinning table. I reasoned that if scat may work how about Black BB's. Much easier to transport in a rubber glove and I could keep them fresh in a cooler during the day.
Rocky mountain oysters weren't on the menu so Doc generously donated the jewels.
First two nights with the BBB's were quiet.
Drawing the Bird stand with the aggressive bear in Jays story on it the evening before I hung the BBB's next to the bait in anticipation of some action...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on July 01, 2008, 11:20:00 AM
Post by: RRock on July 01, 2008, 11:20:00 AM
Bow Doc, I was just giving a demonstration on the fine art of sleeping in a tree stand without falling off. Part of the test for membership in the "WBBOB"
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 12:29:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 12:29:00 PM
Hey Paul the B.B.B's were a great idea....ya just never know for sure....But Fred one of the first week guy's ? he wanted to remove another part from one of the sow's that had been killed earlier that week..he figured it would bring in a large boar.........by the time we all stopped laughing at him and makeing a few jokes..he would'nt do it..surely not for me and I did'nt see Lloyd Eric and maybe Big Ron was along..jump out of the truck to lend old Fred a hand in the removel of this certin body part....it was a great laugh.....boy's will be boy's......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 12:37:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 01, 2008, 12:37:00 PM
Yes Matt I finally broke the code for treestand hunting and safe use of treestands...wear your hunter orange and use a safety belt....that way you can belt yourself in..sleep in peace..won't fall out of said tree and the gamies won't disturb your slumber...and I'am sure we are all aware of the fact sometimes when we wake-up there is a bear in the barrel.....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: beachbowhunter on July 01, 2008, 01:08:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on July 01, 2008, 01:08:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by the real bowdoc:
[QB] ...I've stuck alot of things into a pipe over the years,but never a broadhead.Doc.....bd
You're killing me Doc.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on July 01, 2008, 03:20:00 PM
Post by: PV on July 01, 2008, 03:20:00 PM
Around 5:30 a young bear comes to the bait. No hesitation or circling and right by the BBB's. He feeds for about 1 minute and up comes his head and he stares at the BBB"s that are only 2 feet from his nose. I could almost see the light coming on in his head. "I'm outa here" as he turned himself inside out gettin' gone. Had a hard time keeping the laughter silent.
30 minutes later a(150# or so)bear comes down the same trail as the first and stops at the BB's and gives them a good sniffing and cautiously goes to the bait for some dinner.The bear grabs a piece of meat and walks behind the bait chows it down and comes back to sniff the BBB's agian. He decides something isn't right and slowly heads out.
At 8:00 a still larger bear(175# + -) comes in on the same trail.It stops and smells the BBB's and saunters around to the donuts. This bear had a small rub on it's left shoulder and didn't seem concerned with the BBB's.She ate her fill then sniffed the BBB"s and taste tested them. Apparently not to her liking and sauntered off.
About ten minutes before dark another small bear came in (looked like the first one of the night)
stopped behind the BBB"s and departed post haste.
Great night on stand!!
The second night on Bird stand proved to be even more interesting...
30 minutes later a(150# or so)bear comes down the same trail as the first and stops at the BB's and gives them a good sniffing and cautiously goes to the bait for some dinner.The bear grabs a piece of meat and walks behind the bait chows it down and comes back to sniff the BBB's agian. He decides something isn't right and slowly heads out.
At 8:00 a still larger bear(175# + -) comes in on the same trail.It stops and smells the BBB's and saunters around to the donuts. This bear had a small rub on it's left shoulder and didn't seem concerned with the BBB's.She ate her fill then sniffed the BBB"s and taste tested them. Apparently not to her liking and sauntered off.
About ten minutes before dark another small bear came in (looked like the first one of the night)
stopped behind the BBB"s and departed post haste.
Great night on stand!!
The second night on Bird stand proved to be even more interesting...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Huntrdfk on July 01, 2008, 08:49:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on July 01, 2008, 08:49:00 PM
Great, great hunt guys, thanks for taking the time to share it with us......
David
David
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on July 01, 2008, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on July 01, 2008, 08:55:00 PM
I just finished eating the first of my bear. I must admit that I wasn't sure it was even going to be edible, but after tonight I'll not hesitate to eat it again. I just fried up some strips of backstrap with the same Riley's seasoning I'd put on a steak, and it was GREAT! Not at all gamey or strong and pretty tender, too. I might have to do this again!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on July 01, 2008, 09:10:00 PM
Post by: PV on July 01, 2008, 09:10:00 PM
Second night on the Bird stand started out slow. I'd forgotten the BBB's. Red squirrels and snowshoe hares kept me company until 7:00 when a large black object appeared on the trail coming from behind the bait. Here was a shooter bear and it was taking it's time coming in. The bear stood behind the bait checking out the situation for a good 10 minutes. The bear decided all was well and took the trail to the right of the bait. There were two squirrels fighting over who was boss and chased each other up to the bear. The bear ran off aways and circled behind the bait. I could see bits of him through the thick cover for the next 15 minutes until he came in on the same trail as before. No squirrels this time as he stepped around the crib. WOOF!! from directly behind my stand and the bear lit out.
Have you ever wished for a rear view mirror or eyes in the back of your head? This was one of those times. I could hear him breathing and I fully expected to see him when I glanced down between my feet. He was just the other side of the branches, that Tom uses for background on these stands. After a while he stepped though the cover and took a seat a few feet from the base of the stand tree on my left. We checked each other out for a long time. Me staring and the bear yawning and licking his lips. The bears next move was a few steps toward the bait and he sat down again all the while checking me out over his shoulder. He then proceeded to circle the bait. When the bear finally committed to the bait it was getting on towards closing time. He climbed up over the crib and started feeding in the barrel. The bear pulled some pastry out of the barrel and turned to his right, presenting me with a slightly quartering away shot. I leaned forward to clear a tree and sent the arrow on it's short path of 4 yards. There was a flash of light! I'd forgotten about trying a lumenock on this trip. The bear huffed and ran a short ways and stopped. The lighted nock prevented me from seeing the arrows penetration. I could not see it after the bears first jump. When the bear started moving again I could hear the carbon arrow ticking on the alders, then silence.
I took a compass bearing on the last sound and waited until full dark before getting out.
In the morning after the sleepless night, that hunters have when uncertain of the hit, Tom, Nate and I took up the trail. Sparse blood and no arrow soon faded out and the bear was not recovered. An old jawbone from another bear I found while bloodtrailing this one, reminded me that nothing goes to waste in nature, helped make that bitter pill slightly easier to swallow.
I'd like to thank Tom, Eric ,Loyd, Allen and Bowdoc for all their hard work.
At bear camp last year I heard a saying that stuck with me.
"In the years to come we will not remember so much the size or number of animals we've taken but the good friends and good times shared"
How true Ted
How true....
Have you ever wished for a rear view mirror or eyes in the back of your head? This was one of those times. I could hear him breathing and I fully expected to see him when I glanced down between my feet. He was just the other side of the branches, that Tom uses for background on these stands. After a while he stepped though the cover and took a seat a few feet from the base of the stand tree on my left. We checked each other out for a long time. Me staring and the bear yawning and licking his lips. The bears next move was a few steps toward the bait and he sat down again all the while checking me out over his shoulder. He then proceeded to circle the bait. When the bear finally committed to the bait it was getting on towards closing time. He climbed up over the crib and started feeding in the barrel. The bear pulled some pastry out of the barrel and turned to his right, presenting me with a slightly quartering away shot. I leaned forward to clear a tree and sent the arrow on it's short path of 4 yards. There was a flash of light! I'd forgotten about trying a lumenock on this trip. The bear huffed and ran a short ways and stopped. The lighted nock prevented me from seeing the arrows penetration. I could not see it after the bears first jump. When the bear started moving again I could hear the carbon arrow ticking on the alders, then silence.
I took a compass bearing on the last sound and waited until full dark before getting out.
In the morning after the sleepless night, that hunters have when uncertain of the hit, Tom, Nate and I took up the trail. Sparse blood and no arrow soon faded out and the bear was not recovered. An old jawbone from another bear I found while bloodtrailing this one, reminded me that nothing goes to waste in nature, helped make that bitter pill slightly easier to swallow.
I'd like to thank Tom, Eric ,Loyd, Allen and Bowdoc for all their hard work.
At bear camp last year I heard a saying that stuck with me.
"In the years to come we will not remember so much the size or number of animals we've taken but the good friends and good times shared"
How true Ted
How true....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on July 01, 2008, 09:12:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on July 01, 2008, 09:12:00 PM
Rick, Here are two winner recipes I have tried so far. The first is to marinate the half inch to three quarter inch sliced backstrap in Lawrys Steak and Chop marinade for 12 hours or more and grill till meat is not pink on inside. Excellent!!
The other is to cube up portions of the Hindquarter into 1 inch cubes, season with some Lawrys seasoning salt, garlic powder and onion powder, Brown meat in a skillet and set aside, and slice up some carrots,onions and potatoes and add a can of mushrooms to the crockpot add a packet of lipton onion soup mix with a cup of water and mix well. Add the meat and enough water to cover contents and cook on high for 6 hours and enjoy. IT IS GOOD. LOL
The other is to cube up portions of the Hindquarter into 1 inch cubes, season with some Lawrys seasoning salt, garlic powder and onion powder, Brown meat in a skillet and set aside, and slice up some carrots,onions and potatoes and add a can of mushrooms to the crockpot add a packet of lipton onion soup mix with a cup of water and mix well. Add the meat and enough water to cover contents and cook on high for 6 hours and enjoy. IT IS GOOD. LOL
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on July 01, 2008, 10:21:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on July 01, 2008, 10:21:00 PM
Thanks Ron! This hunt just keeps getting better all the time. :thumbsup:
Thanks for sharing, Paul. Many of us have been there with you. Hunting can be very humbling and this reminded me of just how fortunate I was with my bear.
Thanks for sharing, Paul. Many of us have been there with you. Hunting can be very humbling and this reminded me of just how fortunate I was with my bear.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: flint kemper on July 01, 2008, 10:57:00 PM
Post by: flint kemper on July 01, 2008, 10:57:00 PM
Rick, what time is dinner.
? HA HA Flint
? HA HA Flint
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 02, 2008, 07:37:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 02, 2008, 07:37:00 AM
Hey Rick will I be able to make dinner tonight ??? and what time ?...second thought I may take Big Ron's tip and cook up a little strap myself....yum yum ... bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Littlefeather on July 02, 2008, 08:18:00 AM
Post by: Littlefeather on July 02, 2008, 08:18:00 AM
Sorry to hear of your loss Paul. It happens sometime even at 4 yards.
I've thought often of the hunt for Big Black last year and the triumph of finally taking him. I just started trying to catch up on this thread. Looks like you guys had an epic trip to say the least. Carry-on... CK
I've thought often of the hunt for Big Black last year and the triumph of finally taking him. I just started trying to catch up on this thread. Looks like you guys had an epic trip to say the least. Carry-on... CK
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: hogdancer on July 02, 2008, 08:51:00 AM
Post by: hogdancer on July 02, 2008, 08:51:00 AM
We had a good time Curtis , glad to see you are still around , thought you had dissapeared.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Talondale on July 02, 2008, 09:11:00 AM
Post by: Talondale on July 02, 2008, 09:11:00 AM
Ron isn't kidding about that Lawrys Steak and Chop marinade. MMMMMMmmmm that is some kind of good. He brought some of his bear to STAR shoot and it was great.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on July 02, 2008, 11:06:00 AM
Post by: PV on July 02, 2008, 11:06:00 AM
Thanks for the good words Rick and Curtis.Was hesitant about telling the story.
Except for one pack of jerky reserved for two youngsters at the Poke and Hope this year we ate the last of Big Black in Quebec.
Except for one pack of jerky reserved for two youngsters at the Poke and Hope this year we ate the last of Big Black in Quebec.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Ted Fry on July 02, 2008, 01:07:00 PM
Post by: Ted Fry on July 02, 2008, 01:07:00 PM
Glad you remembered those words Paul , sorry about the loss but you are right , nothing goes to waste in the woods.
This has been a great thread guys , a tip of the hat to all involved.
This has been a great thread guys , a tip of the hat to all involved.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 02, 2008, 07:48:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 02, 2008, 07:48:00 PM
Finally got all my gear put away from Bear Quest,gosh darn i wish we did not have to wait until 2009' Spring to be in laTuque again !! Oh well have Whitetails to get ready for.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 02, 2008, 07:51:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 02, 2008, 07:51:00 PM
Bear Questers please send word to me as far as compliments,complaints and or ideas to make Bear Quest III bigger & better
Your Friendly Neighborhood Bearboy
P.S. I will have deets for Bear Quest 2009' SOON I have had quite a few people touching base on it already !!
Your Friendly Neighborhood Bearboy
P.S. I will have deets for Bear Quest 2009' SOON I have had quite a few people touching base on it already !!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: meathead on July 02, 2008, 10:45:00 PM
Post by: meathead on July 02, 2008, 10:45:00 PM
No compalaints here. It is going to be hard to improve. Great camp.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on July 02, 2008, 11:06:00 PM
Post by: Whip on July 02, 2008, 11:06:00 PM
Complaints?? Hmmm, let's see. There was that day I got bit by some black flies. And I remember it rained while I was on stand once hard enough to make me put on my raincoat. But that's about it. ;)
Best bear camp I've ever been in - bar none. :readit: :clapper:
Best bear camp I've ever been in - bar none. :readit: :clapper:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on July 03, 2008, 06:07:00 AM
Post by: PV on July 03, 2008, 06:07:00 AM
Many compliments. You run a great camp Tom.
Complaints :confused:
Maybe get Bowdoc to open up a bit more and tell us how he really feels :biglaugh:
Complaints :confused:
Maybe get Bowdoc to open up a bit more and tell us how he really feels :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 03, 2008, 07:14:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 03, 2008, 07:14:00 AM
Yes I have several,I just can't think of any right now !!!!!! bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Bob Walker on July 03, 2008, 07:17:00 AM
Post by: Bob Walker on July 03, 2008, 07:17:00 AM
Don - pm me your phone number
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on July 03, 2008, 07:51:00 AM
Post by: Whip on July 03, 2008, 07:51:00 AM
Me to Bowdoc - or at least check your PM's - you've got one waiting... :readit: :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on July 03, 2008, 09:23:00 AM
Post by: RRock on July 03, 2008, 09:23:00 AM
Okay "Bearboy", you asked for it. What about the night the smoke from the campfire was blowing in my face and to top it all off, my chair was wet and me butt got wet.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on July 03, 2008, 09:24:00 AM
Post by: RRock on July 03, 2008, 09:24:00 AM
Other than that, nothing I see needs fixen.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on July 03, 2008, 09:40:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on July 03, 2008, 09:40:00 AM
Tom,
You keep moving around too much organizing things and making me feel lazy which I am but I don't want to feel that on vacation! :biglaugh: Seriously, I have hunted bear with 3 guides now-you are by far the best!
Steve
You keep moving around too much organizing things and making me feel lazy which I am but I don't want to feel that on vacation! :biglaugh: Seriously, I have hunted bear with 3 guides now-you are by far the best!
Steve
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on July 03, 2008, 09:44:00 AM
Post by: Kip on July 03, 2008, 09:44:00 AM
Yea Tom couple of rocks in the road too many,sun didn't shine everyday,a few black flies bite me.Kudos to you and your crew great trip.You were constantly on the lookout for any problems before they arose.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 03, 2008, 09:56:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 03, 2008, 09:56:00 AM
Tom- the only problem I had was leaving. I can't say enough good things about any aspect of the hunt. Allen, Eric, Lloyd, Bowdoc, as well as you and my fellow hunters were collectively the most helpful and supportive group I've ever been part of. For anyone else interested, I can recommend a BearQuest hunt as great all around. It'll take a personal disaster to make me miss one in the future. I'm waiting for details and instructions now to "re-up" for '09. Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: doug77 on July 03, 2008, 10:36:00 AM
Post by: doug77 on July 03, 2008, 10:36:00 AM
Tom i sent you a PM
doug77
doug77
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: droptine59 on July 03, 2008, 02:37:00 PM
Post by: droptine59 on July 03, 2008, 02:37:00 PM
Tom,
My deposit is burnin a hole in my pocket ;) , Can't wait to see ya in Denton.
My deposit is burnin a hole in my pocket ;) , Can't wait to see ya in Denton.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 04, 2008, 08:01:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 04, 2008, 08:01:00 AM
Looks like Mrs.bowdoc is wanting to get rid of me for a couple weeks again next spring..aparintly she had a great time while I was gone on bear quest 2....so it's looking like the bowdoc's in for number 3.................bd
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on July 04, 2008, 09:20:00 AM
Post by: PV on July 04, 2008, 09:20:00 AM
Never had a doubt Bowdoc.Looking forward to spending another week with you bro.
What's this I hear about adding a cane to the MJ routine?
What's this I hear about adding a cane to the MJ routine?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 04, 2008, 09:41:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 04, 2008, 09:41:00 AM
silver gloves and white cane I might add.Hell I may need the white cane to find my way to my treestand next year...I been working on the new moves since I got home....can't hardly wait to show them off.....we are also talking about the spearing of old bruno next year...I'am looking for guy's to sign up on the bowdoc spear-team...so far it's just me and big Dave Tice (right Dave ???)we are going with a team tippet forged spear head...single bevel on one edge and double on the other with the bowdoc rake......oh yeah......I will be back home this weekend and may have some more pic's for you guy's....bd
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 05, 2008, 09:25:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 05, 2008, 09:25:00 AM
Happy Independence Day Weekend Gents.How many of you have had photos printed up from Bear Hunt ? I would like to get a copy of interesting photos which will go into photo album for 2008'.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Fletcher on July 05, 2008, 04:37:00 PM
Post by: Fletcher on July 05, 2008, 04:37:00 PM
Yeah Tom, I have quite a few. I'll get them sent on a disk or something; it would take quite a while to e-mail them all.
I don't remember posting this one: Sunset over Reservoir Blanc on the way to pick Thomas at the Moose Tower. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0446.jpg)
I don't remember posting this one: Sunset over Reservoir Blanc on the way to pick Thomas at the Moose Tower. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v450/Fletcher610/DSCF0446.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Guru on July 05, 2008, 04:46:00 PM
Post by: Guru on July 05, 2008, 04:46:00 PM
Hey guys...how's the fishing? Did anyone make time to do some fishing?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 05, 2008, 04:50:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 05, 2008, 04:50:00 PM
Curt,
There was 2 batches of Walleyes caught that made for good eating bit far from camp either in the boat !!
There was 2 batches of Walleyes caught that made for good eating bit far from camp either in the boat !!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on July 05, 2008, 05:59:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on July 05, 2008, 05:59:00 PM
Great shot Fletcher!!!
Oh, and great Walleyes! You guys caught enough for all of us! :thumbsup:
Oh, and great Walleyes! You guys caught enough for all of us! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on July 05, 2008, 06:29:00 PM
Post by: tippit on July 05, 2008, 06:29:00 PM
Dang, The first group must have wiped out the walleye population! Jay & I only caught a couple for a snack with wine & beer...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 05, 2008, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 05, 2008, 07:08:00 PM
Them was all some good eaten.........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 06, 2008, 06:44:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 06, 2008, 06:44:00 AM
can't hardly wait to eat somemore next year...........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on July 06, 2008, 06:51:00 AM
Post by: tippit on July 06, 2008, 06:51:00 AM
Here's a picture of how the Moose Tower Stand got named. Local hunters from years past had erected this tower to watch over the river & swamp near our present day stand...Doc
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Bear%20Hunt/BearHunt2006-14.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v110/tippit/Bear%20Hunt/BearHunt2006-14.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 06, 2008, 07:56:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 06, 2008, 07:56:00 AM
Oh yeah Doc thats sweet,what a great shot...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: gregg dudley on July 06, 2008, 07:53:00 PM
Post by: gregg dudley on July 06, 2008, 07:53:00 PM
Great stories, men! I am glad you all had such a great time. Thanks for sharing it with us here.
Gregg
Gregg
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 07, 2008, 08:41:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 07, 2008, 08:41:00 AM
Yahoo the hoilday is over the guests are gone...and the grandkids are back home as well.Some of the guy's from the first week bear quest must have some good pic's ??? come on now get them loaded today..Hey Doc while on vacation I took the grandsons to Cabela's new store in Lacey Wa.I had a gift card for fathers day....so I picked up one of the knife sharpening systems like you had in LaTuque....I gotta admit what a great tool....the old marble's is almost scary sharp this morning.....and ready for bear quest 3...........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 07, 2008, 09:04:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 07, 2008, 09:04:00 AM
Looks like I will be making 2nd trip to taxidermist to have a couple more Bear Hides tanned.So far I have brought 4 up to be worked on 2 Rugs to be made for Thomas Burns & Grant Young along with hides tanned for Steve & JC.Eric & Lloyd have decided to have their hides tanned as well.Then I will take a trip to leave a pile of Bear skulls to be cleaned by the beetles !!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 07, 2008, 09:43:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 07, 2008, 09:43:00 AM
The beetle cleaning has gotta be easier then doing them yourself...Trust me on this one...Linda was so pee'd off when she got home from work last week and I was boiling last years and this years bear skulls.There is a certin smell to a bear skull cooking on the range top that is hard to discribe.... (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/b001.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Huntrdfk on July 07, 2008, 11:30:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk on July 07, 2008, 11:30:00 AM
Bowdoc if you are boiling those skulls on the kitchen range you have two things that I don't.......a lot of guts and an awfully understanding wife!
:scared: No way, no how would that happen in my house, last time I boiled skulls we had to be 50 yards from the house.......
David
:scared: No way, no how would that happen in my house, last time I boiled skulls we had to be 50 yards from the house.......
David
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 07, 2008, 01:54:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 07, 2008, 01:54:00 PM
Skulls look good Bowdaddy. Might have you doin em at BEAR QUEST III between making meals and Trackin Bears :-)you will not have to wear apron then !!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Barry Wensel on July 07, 2008, 05:48:00 PM
Post by: Barry Wensel on July 07, 2008, 05:48:00 PM
Easy Tom... he'll just throw some spuds, carrots and onions in the pot and feed it to us. bw
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 07, 2008, 05:57:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on July 07, 2008, 05:57:00 PM
Way to cover our backs, Barry. Thanks! Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on July 07, 2008, 06:31:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on July 07, 2008, 06:31:00 PM
LOL, That Bear Brain Gravy and Eggs could kill us all... :scared:
Question for you second week guys,... Did you all watch the chef closely... On the first week I saw some vittles hit the floor and old bowdaddy holler 5 second rule and the trash can was empty! LOL
Question for you second week guys,... Did you all watch the chef closely... On the first week I saw some vittles hit the floor and old bowdaddy holler 5 second rule and the trash can was empty! LOL
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: PV on July 07, 2008, 07:11:00 PM
Post by: PV on July 07, 2008, 07:11:00 PM
As Sargent Shultz says......
I see NOTHING,NOTHING.....
I see NOTHING,NOTHING.....
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Greyfox54 on July 07, 2008, 07:34:00 PM
Post by: Greyfox54 on July 07, 2008, 07:34:00 PM
Bowdoc is one of those rare guys that can make any meal taste better in camp . I don't doubt him that his wife can live without him for a few weeks next year , but probably not longer .
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 07, 2008, 08:53:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 07, 2008, 08:53:00 PM
Oh yeah that got her a little ticked off to say the least....I myself could not smell the skulls cooking with the garlic powder,seasoning salt,onion and Palmolive dish washer detergent I added...but you know how them native women are,she smelled the skulls cooking as soon as she got out of her car and in no way believed me it was beef stew I was makeing...I will admit I did snag a couple things off the floor in camp and toss them back into the kettle and the hot dogs that fell on the ground were already cooked...but as you recall they were still rolling and had not come to a complete stop.Which makes it legal to toss that item back into said kettle or on the grill..I'll make sure we bring extra spuds for Grant and UB next year....Heck Fred I was thinking of takeing 3-4 weeks vacation next year and spending one day at each guy's house....your place is first on my visit list..........yahoooooo your new son bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on July 07, 2008, 08:58:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on July 07, 2008, 08:58:00 PM
LOL, Don, I might :bigsmyl: :notworthy:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on July 07, 2008, 09:11:00 PM
Post by: tippit on July 07, 2008, 09:11:00 PM
Bowdoc, I'm gettin' you a stop watch for Xmas...you've really been stretchin' that 5 second rule :rolleyes: Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: knife river on July 07, 2008, 09:14:00 PM
Post by: knife river on July 07, 2008, 09:14:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Killdeer:What is the current color? ;)
I wanna grow a white beard.
Killdeer :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on July 07, 2008, 09:40:00 PM
Post by: tippit on July 07, 2008, 09:40:00 PM
Hey Woody, Your knapped head scored again at Bear Quest! Joe was one Happy Camper with that head & Charlie's Sunbear...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 07, 2008, 10:47:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 07, 2008, 10:47:00 PM
Big Ron I can't wait to do some cooking for you next year buddy...5 second rule we do'nt need no stinken 5 second rule in La Tuque...Hey Woody I well swear to the affectiveness of your knapped head too.I saw the damage the head done to Joe's bear and it was unbelieveable...truely amazing....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on July 07, 2008, 11:13:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on July 07, 2008, 11:13:00 PM
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on July 07, 2008, 11:15:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on July 07, 2008, 11:15:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by knife river:Contributor 2007
QuoteOriginally posted by Killdeer:What is the current color? ;) [/b]
I wanna grow a white beard.
Killdeer :)
Member # 2572
posted July 07, 2008 11:13 PM
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Every year I grow my beard back on Quebec Quest and it has a LOT more grey in it than the year before! How's that happen?! WHITE beard comin' up soon! What have I learned?! HUNT a WAY lot more each year! I know already that if I live long and get to the end I am going to wish that I'd hunted MORE! (OK, a sooth sayer I'm not)! :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on July 08, 2008, 06:24:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on July 08, 2008, 06:24:00 AM
Hey - Were's the picture and story of Tommy's bear with the Faith bow? Come on Tom, give it up! :readit:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 08, 2008, 08:52:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 08, 2008, 08:52:00 AM
Hey Brent,I been asking them to post thier pics and story from the first week...I'd like to see the pics also...I have no idea what happend but all my first week pics were deleted or gone from my camera for some reason...not sure what the heck I did..keep after them guy's there is plenty more pictures and stories to tell.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 08, 2008, 08:54:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 08, 2008, 08:54:00 AM
I need to have the ablility to put pics on !! Workin on it :-) I am better at bear baitin than computer stuff !!! Am workin on it <<----<<<<
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 08, 2008, 09:02:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 08, 2008, 09:02:00 AM
Keep at it...we are all waiting.....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: kctreeman on July 08, 2008, 10:19:00 AM
Post by: kctreeman on July 08, 2008, 10:19:00 AM
Don (bowdoc) give me a call or email me. I've left you several messages on the phone and PM's. THe bear skulls look pretty good. i think beatles would be the way to go.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on July 08, 2008, 01:00:00 PM
Post by: tippit on July 08, 2008, 01:00:00 PM
Tom, email me the pictures and I'll add them as you tell your story...Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on July 08, 2008, 08:24:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on July 08, 2008, 08:24:00 PM
Here are a couple I got of Tom and his Beauty.
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1154.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1150.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1154.jpg)
(http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f367/Melissa70/IMG_1150.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Killdeer on July 08, 2008, 09:17:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on July 08, 2008, 09:17:00 PM
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 08, 2008, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 08, 2008, 09:33:00 PM
Ron thats a great picture of our ram-rod right there and the faith bow...I would like to see a few more from the first week...I will return everyone's calls as soon as I get caught up on my work..hopefuly this weekend...keep the pics and stories comeing...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Shaun on July 08, 2008, 10:24:00 PM
Post by: Shaun on July 08, 2008, 10:24:00 PM
This is the thread with no end! Wadaya mean "now for the first week stories?" I was just starting to be able to get some work done again. Oh well...
My beard is only half white, kinda salt n pepper, but I think a couple of close encounters like those posted in this tale would finish it off to a clear "skeered white".
My beard is only half white, kinda salt n pepper, but I think a couple of close encounters like those posted in this tale would finish it off to a clear "skeered white".
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on July 09, 2008, 09:16:00 AM
Post by: RRock on July 09, 2008, 09:16:00 AM
Your beard dosen't need to be pure white to be a member of "WBBOB" (White Bearded Brothers of the Bear, but you do have to survive a week of Bowdoc's cookin!!!!!! and the 5 second rule.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 09, 2008, 10:26:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 09, 2008, 10:26:00 AM
I actually did not know my beard turned white until we arrived back at Tom's house.It was red when I first got there some 15 or so day's earlier...so two weeks in the Que'bec-en bush with 25 other men could turn a persons beard white? wow thats purty cool huh ? I'am tellen ya guy's there is no stinken 5 second rule at Pourvoirie Rothman La Tuque,so you can cross that one off your wish list to Tom for next year..Not gonna happen...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on July 09, 2008, 10:29:00 AM
Post by: JC on July 09, 2008, 10:29:00 AM
Bowdoc, considering I didn't get the trotts after yours (or anyone else's cookin) while in camp, whatever "rule" yer using works just fine by me.
By the way, check out the new avatar...
J-never-upsets-the-camp-cook-C
By the way, check out the new avatar...
J-never-upsets-the-camp-cook-C
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on July 09, 2008, 11:51:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on July 09, 2008, 11:51:00 AM
Bowdoc, your beard turned white after those game officers caught you-I just didn't have the heart to tell you and I was also too emabarassed for you by what happened with your, "new friends" as you later called them! :bigsmyl: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Kip on July 09, 2008, 11:56:00 AM
Post by: Kip on July 09, 2008, 11:56:00 AM
Bowdoc I wasn't worried about the 5-second rule but I kept seeing those BBB's hanging around the porch.Kinda waiting for them to show up in the pot at some time.?????Maybe they did.Kip
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on July 09, 2008, 12:19:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on July 09, 2008, 12:19:00 PM
I think I have a little of my bear chili left for ya JC. Wouldn't give ya the trotts but there be some rumblin'! We thought we might have to move camp to Alberta after that meal! :D
Love the new avatar by the way! :thumbsup:
Love the new avatar by the way! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 09, 2008, 12:41:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 09, 2008, 12:41:00 PM
Man JC,I like the new avie you and curveman both look good with them Que'bec-ers and I am honored to have been along...You know Steve I thought about that too and I think your right...my new found friends in Canada very well may have had something to do with the beard at least turning somewhat gray.They kinda got the drop on me this year..but next year I'll be ready for them two fine fellows....I'll have my hunter orange on wearing it proudley like any good bowhunter should be while in a tree stand or required by law.Gosh I would not want to be shot be some Canadian hunter thinking I looked like a black bear kind of setting in a tree stand over a bait waiting on a hunter to come in for some of Tom's rotted fish chowder mold covered Krusty Kreams and double rotted bacon bits and ends soaked with spoiled moe-lasses..bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 09, 2008, 01:06:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 09, 2008, 01:06:00 PM
Hey Kip keep it low key about the BBB's as the first week guy's did not know about the smoked nut's they ate one night in the bowdoc's ranch dip with walleye.I told them it was hand picked and hand slivered dried wild almonds..I kind of kept the BBB's hidden the first week under the oven to keep them dry..But that what's-it-meat in the pasta sauce the second week when you guy's were there.The not so spicie,real tender chunks of meat ? everyone thought tasted like mushrooms ??? bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Bob Walker on July 09, 2008, 01:53:00 PM
Post by: Bob Walker on July 09, 2008, 01:53:00 PM
Don, Do you know how to check your pm's?? :banghead: :banghead: :banghead:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Ted Fry on July 09, 2008, 02:12:00 PM
Post by: Ted Fry on July 09, 2008, 02:12:00 PM
No way Bob , Don's at the age he needs to work on his BMs , right bowdaddy?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on July 09, 2008, 02:26:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on July 09, 2008, 02:26:00 PM
hey JC, how do you get a bigger avi than everyone else? :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on July 09, 2008, 02:30:00 PM
Post by: JC on July 09, 2008, 02:30:00 PM
There's more of me to fit in the picture ;)
It's a glitch, I'm sure it'll be corrected soon.
It's a glitch, I'm sure it'll be corrected soon.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 09, 2008, 05:23:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 09, 2008, 05:23:00 PM
Hey Walker,my pm's and emails would not open.Tim came over and worked on my pc and it worked for a couple days.Now it's ^%$#ed up again.I am tring to get them fixed now...real funny Ted,your gonna get old someday too ya know...well older.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on July 09, 2008, 05:25:00 PM
Post by: tippit on July 09, 2008, 05:25:00 PM
Bowdoc, Are you coming to Denton to put on one of those Camp Chief demonstrations? I believe you could certainly qualify as a consultant for them ;) Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 09, 2008, 06:10:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 09, 2008, 06:10:00 PM
Hey that sounds like a great idea Doc I like it....but Mrs.bowdoc still has me under house arrest for right now....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Ted Fry on July 09, 2008, 06:37:00 PM
Post by: Ted Fry on July 09, 2008, 06:37:00 PM
Yeah Don , hopefully I can be like you when I grow up , tell Linda to go Easy on you , you have fans that require a public appearance from time to time.
When you get out from house arrest head this way for a bit.
When you get out from house arrest head this way for a bit.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: kctreeman on July 09, 2008, 06:59:00 PM
Post by: kctreeman on July 09, 2008, 06:59:00 PM
Don IF you ever get that mailbag opened you will find that I may have clogged it up. just wondering about some bow work that you are famous for doing.
thank you for the work,
an anxious kctreeman
thank you for the work,
an anxious kctreeman
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on July 09, 2008, 07:12:00 PM
Post by: Whip on July 09, 2008, 07:12:00 PM
I've got a PM in your box too. Need your address for that old Bear we talked about.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Bob Walker on July 09, 2008, 07:19:00 PM
Post by: Bob Walker on July 09, 2008, 07:19:00 PM
Donnie my lad, I got your address, I just need your phone number so's I can call and harass you...
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: tippit on July 09, 2008, 08:13:00 PM
Post by: tippit on July 09, 2008, 08:13:00 PM
He don't look like a little weasel for nothing...pretty easy for bowdoc to go under ground. Them fancy puters are easy to send messages but hard to answer :rolleyes: I guarantee ya'll when bowdoc gets caught up, there will be packages criss crossing these lands :thumbsup: Doc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on July 09, 2008, 08:18:00 PM
Post by: JC on July 09, 2008, 08:18:00 PM
Bowdoc under "house arrest" by Mrs. Bowdoc after Bowdoc has been gone 3weeks from home....picturing, Bowdoc in handcuffs and....(shiver) I don't want to know the rest... :scared:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: kctreeman on July 09, 2008, 08:24:00 PM
Post by: kctreeman on July 09, 2008, 08:24:00 PM
Jeff I hope when Don does get caught up that three of those packages are headed to Kansas City, MO
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on July 09, 2008, 09:26:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on July 09, 2008, 09:26:00 PM
Well Don asked for some pictures from the first week so here they are. I didn't take many pictures because my camera sucks but the are some of the better ones.
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip084.jpg)
A picture of the Grouper stand that I took my bear out of. That's a 56" bow for those that are wondering how high the stands are. The last night there there were fresh bear claw marks going up the tree way above my head. You can see them behind my bow. :scared:
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip088.jpg)
Always a good thing to see after the shot.
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip091.jpg)
And another picture of my bear. I still say her head is way too big for the body, but it was my first bear, so what do I know. :D
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip084.jpg)
A picture of the Grouper stand that I took my bear out of. That's a 56" bow for those that are wondering how high the stands are. The last night there there were fresh bear claw marks going up the tree way above my head. You can see them behind my bow. :scared:
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip088.jpg)
Always a good thing to see after the shot.
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip091.jpg)
And another picture of my bear. I still say her head is way too big for the body, but it was my first bear, so what do I know. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on July 09, 2008, 09:30:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on July 09, 2008, 09:30:00 PM
A couple more. this is the main road at sunset. The timber is so dark up there you can have no shooting light on the stand and when you get into the open it's still "light" out.
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip083.jpg)
And here's one of Fletcher doing the bear "drag" dance.... It was a long week. :biglaugh:
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip097.jpg)
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip083.jpg)
And here's one of Fletcher doing the bear "drag" dance.... It was a long week. :biglaugh:
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/beartrip097.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 09, 2008, 10:58:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 09, 2008, 10:58:00 PM
Oh yeah,I will be shipping plenty of bows asap.I'am actually going to send everyone a couple extra's just to show you all what a nice guy I am,yeah right.Now if one of you guy's would have mentioned about why I could not open the pm's from my email was cause I had the boxed checked to notify me I had pm's from tradgang and was not an actual email or pm but a notice I had a pm somewhere..I would have opened them from the top of this page...but no,no one thought to think about that..Brent those are super nice pic's...I like the bridge at sunset and really like fletch doing the smoke signals with no fire thats purty cool...but you with your bear now thats really sweet right there.Great pic's thanks dude....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 10, 2008, 08:32:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 10, 2008, 08:32:00 AM
whoooooops forgot to mention how sweet the old Bear Grizzly looks hanging around....now thats purty......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 10, 2008, 04:37:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 10, 2008, 04:37:00 PM
Hey Blkdog how's about you posting some of those nice pics you sent me ??? I know there are more pics from several other guy's also that they better get loaded purty soon too.Tanya our oldest daughter is going to print this whole story for me and I would like to have a little input from everyone.It makes for a better story...so get with it you guy's and get your story's and pic's loaded...heck your story can just say I shoot a bear in Canada and here are some pic's.I just want to see one pic of every bear taken....come on now...Hey one other thing I would also like you all to do,time aloting....go to page one and just kinda scam through this story...or thread if you prefer and reread as much as possible.....This is one of the best threads or actually one of the best hunting adventures I've even been in on from packing luggage in the begaining to getting home...it's purty cool and well worth reading....now get them pics and story's loaded....or you will be eating hand shaved wild almonds again next year.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 10, 2008, 11:10:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 10, 2008, 11:10:00 PM
Attention : Would the following bear HUnters PLEASE mail me a photo of them with their BEAR as well as any other cool photos,I am putting the photo album together !! I will forward payment to all who send them to me : JC,Border Bob,GRANT,THOMAS B,Steve
Thanks a bunch Tom
Thanks a bunch Tom
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 10, 2008, 11:11:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 10, 2008, 11:11:00 PM
P.S. Please mail them to me via Post Office :-)
10 Bonny Lane,Peru,Ma 01235
10 Bonny Lane,Peru,Ma 01235
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 11, 2008, 06:56:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 11, 2008, 06:56:00 AM
Yes please....after you send them to Tom load a couple up for the thread...Tanya is bouts to hit the printer button and we want to make sure we hear from everyone.......Hey Doc I got the gatco sharpening system for fathers day,I may have mentioned that already....but once again thanks for turning us on to that great tool and how well it works....They will put a fine edge on about any knife....Thanks dude,you da man.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:08:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:08:00 AM
Bowdoc- I'm going to load up a bunch right now if you haven't printed yey. Tom; I'll get yours on a disc today and mail it off to you. I didn't take nearly enough pics. Grant
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:13:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:13:00 AM
Here we go-http://s238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/?action=view¤t=BearQuest08056.jpg
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:15:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:15:00 AM
Again; (http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/BearQuest08049-1.jpg) Bassi and his bear.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:18:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:18:00 AM
Oo (http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/BearQuest08047.jpg)ps sorry about the size guys-I'm working on it
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:21:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:21:00 AM
Okay-the shot above is from the first evening as I waited for Thomas to pick me up-it was pitch black in the woods.This one is Hillboy Weatherton and victim-looking forward to the pig hunt Mike - (http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/BearQuest08036-1.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:23:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:23:00 AM
We have our work cut out already and another is on the way- (http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/BearQuest08031.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:24:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:24:00 AM
Four of the best-Fred, Thomas, Barry, and Rick
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:25:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:25:00 AM
(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/BearQuest08025-1.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:27:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:27:00 AM
My bear after a tough night out (http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/BearQuest08021.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:30:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:30:00 AM
Bowdoc in action-words are inadequate (http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/BearQuest08015-1.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:42:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:42:00 AM
Fletcher, Tom, and Fred refueling. We ate well indeed. (http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/BearQuest08006-1.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:48:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:48:00 AM
Barry, Bowdoc, Dave Tice and Steve (http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/BearQuest08004.jpg)Tottingham plotting strategy
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:52:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:52:00 AM
(http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/BearQuest08056.jpg) My buddy Ron Andrews and my old style I T/D-real May/December encounter right there.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:55:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:55:00 AM
Thomas Burns and Fred Gimbel- look at their faces; I'm glad it wasn't me they were planning to kill. (http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/BearQuest08027.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:58:00 AM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 11:58:00 AM
My bear where he fell. He deserved a better layout but I never got around to it. (http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/BearQuest08017.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 12:01:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 12:01:00 PM
Barry at breakfast. The blood on his shirt isn't his. You see, there was this one last donut... (http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/BearQuest08005.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 12:05:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 12:05:00 PM
Thomas hunted the water until Friday. This picture was taken by Fletcher as we headed out to pick him up Thursday night- I'm already really starting to dread leaving. (http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff82/ygrant87/DSCF04441.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: JC on July 11, 2008, 12:40:00 PM
Post by: JC on July 11, 2008, 12:40:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Grant Young:No better layout than where God intended him to fall, imho.
My bear where he fell. He deserved a better layout but I never got around to it.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on July 11, 2008, 01:22:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on July 11, 2008, 01:22:00 PM
Well said JC!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 11, 2008, 01:44:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 11, 2008, 01:44:00 PM
Wow those are sweet pic's,I love that one of you and yours that's really cool looking,no staged photo's.And as JC mentioned where it was intended to end.Even Uncle Barry looks good in that pic.Fred and Thomas must have been plotting something....look at them...hey maybe Fred asked Thomas to come with him to the bear burriel grounds and help him remove a certin part of the dead sow harvested 3-4 days before...thats kind of the same look I had when he asked me to help...yikes no way.........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 02:15:00 PM
Post by: Grant Young on July 11, 2008, 02:15:00 PM
Good point J.C. Those guys did look serious, didn't they. I know that those of us that were ther won't ever get tired of reliving this and most others are a little tired of hearing about it but I'd like to say one last time that I've never shared time with a better group of people and I've never seen anyone work any harder to keep things together than Tom and his crew-Eric, Lloyd, Allen, and Bowdoc. I've been in a lot of camps and have some great memories, but nothing tops this Bear Quest experience. I'm too old to be able to afford to wish my life away but next June can't get here too fast to suit me. Thanks guys. GY
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: kctreeman on July 11, 2008, 03:08:00 PM
Post by: kctreeman on July 11, 2008, 03:08:00 PM
GReat pictures guys. Have to put next years hunt on my calendar some way. Gland to see the Bow doc got that computer figured out. I had his mailbag full. hould be shooting my 56 kodiak special and super diablo by next week
Thanks bowdoc.
Thanks bowdoc.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on July 11, 2008, 03:51:00 PM
Post by: Whip on July 11, 2008, 03:51:00 PM
Can this be the thread that never ends? It's kind of like the trip isn't over as long as there is new stuff being added here. Keep it coming guys! Only 11 more months and it will be here!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 12, 2008, 09:26:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 12, 2008, 09:26:00 AM
Fellas any ideas for some other dishes I can get my wife to prepare for Bear Quest III ? I am hoping we can have some steamers for both weeks next year,what do you think ?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 12, 2008, 09:48:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 12, 2008, 09:48:00 AM
Nope not me,I liked everything we ate except the BBB's...the steamers would be great with some king crab legs and a little smoked salmon on the side maybe....yum.....lets get that deep frier set up next year and we'll bring some cracker crumbs and deep fry those walleye......I don't know about Tippet and Jay but I know Fletch and Bbassi can catch those big eyed mothers.I will bring my 12 volt eletric fillet knife along....Let leave tomorrow....Hell yeah..........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Greyfox54 on July 12, 2008, 08:06:00 PM
Post by: Greyfox54 on July 12, 2008, 08:06:00 PM
Bowdoc you can come early next year and stay at my house for a week if you want , this town needs some excitement , I'll take you around the Jersey pines and show you some monster deer ( 75-100 lb.er"s) Tom is a very serious hunter and I admire that , we were debating last night stand choices , he made the right choice and I hung on to a glimmer of hope that faded with the sunset ,there's always next year..... Hey JC nice avatar , congrats on a great bear and a greater story .Grant , Ron , Brent and Fletcher I envy your photo taking , It is one more thing I struggle with . I got my digital camera wet when crossing a cypress swamp at the Paradise and it has been a little fickle ever since , sometimes it works fine for a while and then it won't . I'd buy a new one but would screw it up soon anyway .
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 13, 2008, 06:48:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 13, 2008, 06:48:00 AM
Oh yeah great pic's and stories...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: 4runr on July 13, 2008, 02:45:00 PM
Post by: 4runr on July 13, 2008, 02:45:00 PM
I sure am enjoyin the hunt you fellas had. Maybe some day I'll be able to join in.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 14, 2008, 08:56:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 14, 2008, 08:56:00 AM
Waitin for the rest of the boys to Post there bear Hunt story !! Mine is on its way and will be short & sweet :-)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 14, 2008, 09:45:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 14, 2008, 09:45:00 AM
Come on now lady's don't be shay.Holy balls we will be back in Que'bec soon then you'll have another story to tell...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 15, 2008, 08:50:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 15, 2008, 08:50:00 AM
I recieved a call yesterday that the Bear Sausage & Pepperoni along with a couple other items are ready for me to pick up.Canlt wait to try it .
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Larry247 on July 15, 2008, 10:46:00 AM
Post by: Larry247 on July 15, 2008, 10:46:00 AM
I ran into Jay (John A) at ATAR and he told me what a good time ya'll had up there. I almost got sick on the spot, i should have went with him. Some other things came up and i couldn't go.
Maybe next year. Thanks for the e-mail Tom.
Oh yeah, i was lookin back through an old TBM and saw Tom's pic in there and a couple other guys from one of his hunts. Good job guy's!
Maybe next year. Thanks for the e-mail Tom.
Oh yeah, i was lookin back through an old TBM and saw Tom's pic in there and a couple other guys from one of his hunts. Good job guy's!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: droptine59 on July 15, 2008, 02:56:00 PM
Post by: droptine59 on July 15, 2008, 02:56:00 PM
Tom ,
ya gonna have any Bear jerky at Denton>?
ya gonna have any Bear jerky at Denton>?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 15, 2008, 03:33:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 15, 2008, 03:33:00 PM
Droptine,
I will have a sample of some Bear Pepperoni to try !! Looking forward to showing you photos from hunt and getting you fired up.
I will have a sample of some Bear Pepperoni to try !! Looking forward to showing you photos from hunt and getting you fired up.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: droptine59 on July 15, 2008, 06:04:00 PM
Post by: droptine59 on July 15, 2008, 06:04:00 PM
Fired up?? I am ablaze.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 16, 2008, 06:30:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 16, 2008, 06:30:00 AM
yahoooooooooooooo........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on July 16, 2008, 03:45:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on July 16, 2008, 03:45:00 PM
Hey bowdoc, check your PMs. :)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 17, 2008, 08:57:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 17, 2008, 08:57:00 AM
Did anyone get a picture of Border Bobs BEAR ? I need one for my photo album !!! Along with photo of JC,Ronhuntsalot,THomas Burns & Steve.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 17, 2008, 10:03:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 17, 2008, 10:03:00 AM
I'am still waiting on them as well.Tanya is going to print this for me and I would like a pic of everyone's bear....come on now lady's.Lets get with the program.........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 19, 2008, 02:55:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 19, 2008, 02:55:00 PM
Last call...Daughter is going to hint the printer button sunday or monday and if you ai'nt in by now you ai'nt in.......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: BlkDog on July 19, 2008, 10:55:00 PM
Post by: BlkDog on July 19, 2008, 10:55:00 PM
Here is a little something to commemorate the Quebec trip. Back in the Saint Jude's auction, I on a Brian Aliff feather painting, to be completed and with a subject of my choice. I cannot say enough about how beautiful Brian's work is. These are real turkey feathers that Brian paints on and I can't begin to imagine the effort and care he puts into his work.
Well, upon returning from Quebec, Brian and I spoke. We decided that a feather painting involving a bear would be a fantastic way to commemorate Bear Quest II. I gave Brian a link to my photo album and basically left the rest up to him. Surprise me he did and at the ATAR last weekend, I got to meet Brian and I received my feather painting. Brain did one heck of a job!! I believe everyone on this hunt will recognize the back ground here. Great work Brian! This painting definitely brings back memories every time I look at it. I just hope this photo does the painting a little justice.
(http://inlinethumb60.webshots.com/19515/2763458960049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
Is this awesome or what! Just when I thought it couldn't get any better, I find out I won the raffle to have Brian paint another one of these beautiful feathers for me. :bigsmyl:
Well, upon returning from Quebec, Brian and I spoke. We decided that a feather painting involving a bear would be a fantastic way to commemorate Bear Quest II. I gave Brian a link to my photo album and basically left the rest up to him. Surprise me he did and at the ATAR last weekend, I got to meet Brian and I received my feather painting. Brain did one heck of a job!! I believe everyone on this hunt will recognize the back ground here. Great work Brian! This painting definitely brings back memories every time I look at it. I just hope this photo does the painting a little justice.
(http://inlinethumb60.webshots.com/19515/2763458960049059966S600x600Q85.jpg)
Is this awesome or what! Just when I thought it couldn't get any better, I find out I won the raffle to have Brian paint another one of these beautiful feathers for me. :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on July 20, 2008, 06:19:00 AM
Post by: Curveman on July 20, 2008, 06:19:00 AM
Outstanding!!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: Recognize the background of my avatar? :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on July 20, 2008, 07:43:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on July 20, 2008, 07:43:00 AM
That is outstanding! What a memento.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 20, 2008, 07:44:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 20, 2008, 07:44:00 AM
That's sweet Jay.Purty cool idea too.I like it.............bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 20, 2008, 08:41:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 20, 2008, 08:41:00 AM
Fletch emailed me some pics this morning..I thought this one was really good.......Thanks Rick.........bowdoc (http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii175/bowdocsarchery/DSCF0468.jpg)
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 20, 2008, 09:34:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on July 20, 2008, 09:34:00 AM
Cool picture.Hey who is the little dude with blue bandana ? Looks like miniature version of George Carlin before rehab !!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: bbassi on July 20, 2008, 09:42:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on July 20, 2008, 09:42:00 AM
naw, he looks better than ol' George...at least now. :D
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 20, 2008, 10:07:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 20, 2008, 10:07:00 AM
He looks more like George after rehab..I must say I look good don't I ??? wooooooooooooooooooooo..........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on July 20, 2008, 08:16:00 PM
Post by: RRock on July 20, 2008, 08:16:00 PM
Jay, I think I've seen that place. Great feather!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on July 20, 2008, 09:36:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on July 20, 2008, 09:36:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Tom Phillips::biglaugh:
Cool picture.Hey who is the little dude with blue bandana ? Looks like miniature version of George Carlin before rehab !!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Curveman on July 20, 2008, 09:53:00 PM
Post by: Curveman on July 20, 2008, 09:53:00 PM
You look GREAT Bowdoc! Absolutely one of a kind!!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 21, 2008, 10:04:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 21, 2008, 10:04:00 AM
Curveman I got you penciled in for next year baby....can't hadrly wait........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: droptine59 on July 21, 2008, 12:25:00 PM
Post by: droptine59 on July 21, 2008, 12:25:00 PM
Don ..ya look like a million bucks. ;)
I would like to donate an art piece of my own for Bear Quest III to commemorate the hunt and the 50th year of the 1959 Kodiak bow..any ideas on content guys?
I would like to donate an art piece of my own for Bear Quest III to commemorate the hunt and the 50th year of the 1959 Kodiak bow..any ideas on content guys?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 21, 2008, 01:23:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 21, 2008, 01:23:00 PM
yeah maybe 10,000 bucks could be added..I will get into the shoot off for 10 grand....hell for 10 grand I will bring my 1959 Kodiak to commemorate anything......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 24, 2008, 08:22:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on July 24, 2008, 08:22:00 AM
This one's headed for the printer today.....Thanks guy's.....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on July 28, 2008, 02:49:00 PM
Post by: d. ward on July 28, 2008, 02:49:00 PM
Crap I forgot to get this one printed.....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on August 01, 2008, 10:14:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on August 01, 2008, 10:14:00 AM
yeah yeah I know...I will get er done this weekend......bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: RRock on August 01, 2008, 06:48:00 PM
Post by: RRock on August 01, 2008, 06:48:00 PM
I think you should hold off until it hits 1000 posts.
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on August 02, 2008, 07:31:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on August 02, 2008, 07:31:00 AM
Hey Matt Quest 1 had about 50 pages and around 700 total responces..Quest ll well you can see has 64 pages and over 950 responces....What will the furture bring..........like a fine wine...it just keeps getting better with time...bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on August 09, 2008, 09:21:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on August 09, 2008, 09:21:00 AM
I'am gonna bring this one up one more time.....bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: d. ward on August 15, 2008, 11:19:00 AM
Post by: d. ward on August 15, 2008, 11:19:00 AM
Yahooooo Tanya's going to print this mother today........bowdoc
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: Whip on August 15, 2008, 11:22:00 AM
Post by: Whip on August 15, 2008, 11:22:00 AM
Why not just send it straight to a publisher and make it into a book?
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: STIKNSTRINGBOW on November 11, 2008, 10:53:00 PM
Post by: STIKNSTRINGBOW on November 11, 2008, 10:53:00 PM
I am not missing doing this again!! BQIV for sure!!
Title: Re: BEAR QUEST II Spring BEAR HUNT 2 Openings
Post by: leatherneck on December 28, 2008, 08:05:00 PM
Post by: leatherneck on December 28, 2008, 08:05:00 PM
Can anyone tell me if there are still any openings for this hunt?