The 'SOLANA GAMES' have begun!!!

Cyclic-Rivers · January 16, 2012, 08:21:00 PM

Charlie, glad you are safe. its amazing how temporary deadly conditions can be and how quickly you can ruin something that took so long to own.

dragon rider · January 16, 2012, 10:01:00 PM

Charlie - glad you're OK. Sorry about the truck, but those are replaceable. Take care of yourself, ya hear!

Charlie Lamb · January 16, 2012, 10:11:00 PM

I sure do appreciate all the kind words from so many whose friendship I cherish. Discovered today that while I had been going for help after the accident some good Samaritan came along and helped himself to some of the contents of my truck. Insurance should cover but it's the idea of it.

Been bummed all day long, but I'm gettin back to normal. Thanks again guys!! You all are the best.

Charlie Lamb · January 16, 2012, 10:29:00 PM

So there I was looking over bucks that I should have been happy to take and letting them walk. Maybe subconsciously I was working some kind of Kharma angle. I've done stranger.

And those guys weren't alone. Not by a long shot. Check these guys out.
My usual "trophy class" buck.

I thought very seriously about shooting this guy because he was so unique/freaky.

And if all of that wasn't enough this old scrapper had to temp me.

You can easily see big dirt clods on the ground in a couple of pictures. Hog sign for sure and like I said before they were on the list.

lpcjon2 · January 16, 2012, 10:35:00 PM

I would have had to take the one in pic #2 he is to cool.

GRINCH · January 16, 2012, 10:48:00 PM

#2 definately has a cool looking rack.

Ric O'Shay · January 16, 2012, 11:11:00 PM

Looks like old Number Two was tempting you with a Texas Heart Shot.

MikeW · January 16, 2012, 11:22:00 PM

QuoteDiscovered today that while I had been going for help after the accident some good Samaritan came along and helped himself to some of the contents of my truck. Insurance should cover but it's the idea of it.

Whole world has gone to crap but that's not normal for that part of the country..count your blessings my co worker just got ripped off for 30K plus of test equipment 3 days ago at the hotel we are at.
No insurance! I lucked out they punched my door lock out but didn't get in..if they did bye bye Blacktail and Whippenstick.

Glad you are OK...more break less gas.

Charlie Lamb · January 16, 2012, 11:24:00 PM

Slowly the last of the bucks faded into the brush with the fading light. Gathering my gear I stepped outside the blind and into the edge of the clearing.
I'd wait there for my ride and be in a better position to take on any pigs that might show up. It's always a possibility and one I'd gladly capitalize on if given the chance.

But that wouldn't happen this night or any of the rest for that matter. Soon I could here the faint rattling of metal parts as John's truck made the slow rough approach up the road to my blind.

As it turns out hunting partner Greg Dudley had worked a little majic at his stand site and we'd be there to share that with him.

Here's a picture of the natural born killer... and Greg looking on.

I like to think that if you did a Google search for "happy bowhunter" you'd be taken to this picture.
Beautiful buck Greg.

Then an important tip for everyone. If you don't have a deer of your own get in the picture with everyone who does.

Larry, Jeff, Greg and me...and of course Nacho the wonder pup.

January 16, 2012, 11:42:00 PM

Congrats again, Gregg, on a fine buck!!!!! Keep it coming, Charlie!

Bisch

Mudd · January 17, 2012, 06:14:00 AM

Just getting caught up on the hunt.

Whew! Charlie I am so grateful that you are ok my friend.

It sure proves that we can not take any day for granted, even the one we are already in. Each and every one of them is a great gift from God.

Trucks are good and precious to us especially those we have trained specifically to suit us but in the end they are just stuff.

You accident doesn't seem to have dampened your ability to spin a terrific yarn.

"Lamb-on"...!!!!!

We might whine about it but you can bet your booties that we'll be here ready for the next installment.

God bless,Mudd

Izzy · January 17, 2012, 06:20:00 AM

All that mess sure gets a man down Charlie but hang in there and keep your spirit up. Everything seems to happen for a reason and what matters most is that your werent physically harmed.

3Under · January 17, 2012, 07:11:00 AM

Charlie,
Thanks for sharing your experiences and the photos. We are all glad you were not injured in your truck accident
Larry

gregg dudley · January 17, 2012, 08:56:00 AM

Wow, Charlie! You had a great first night on stand! I am pretty sure that the buck with the broken antler came by me later that night.

Thanks for posting the field photos. I have been eagerly anticipating them. The group photo is one I will always treasure. I was a Happy Bowhunter indeed.

Big Ed · January 17, 2012, 12:28:00 PM

Glad you are ok, Charlie! Thank you all for sharing.

snakebit40 · January 17, 2012, 12:29:00 PM

Let's get this back up top for Mr. Lamb!

dragon rider · January 17, 2012, 01:39:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Charlie Lamb:
I sure do appreciate all the kind words from so many whose friendship I cherish. Discovered today that while I had been going for help after the accident some good Samaritan came along and helped himself to some of the contents of my truck. Insurance should cover but it's the idea of it.

Been bummed all day long, but I'm gettin back to normal. Thanks again guys!! You all are the best.

Charlie,

Don't let the bastards get you down - there's an endless supply of them and has been since time began. As a friend of mine says, the only reason some people are alive is 'cause it's illegal to shoot them. The trick is to avoid letting them affect how you live your life.

I admire your restraint. If it'd been me, and I wasn't drooling too hard to grip the bow, I'd have shot that first 6 in a minute. Course as Doc Nock said, up here he's a monster.

paul

Ted Fry · January 17, 2012, 07:19:00 PM

Yo brother Charlie , Where are you , your fans await!
More please sir.

StanM · January 17, 2012, 07:43:00 PM

Dang, Charlie, sorry to hear about both the accident and the theft. Glad you are alright. Hope nothing was taken that can't be replaced. Really enjoy this tale, as usual. Thanks.

Terry Green · January 17, 2012, 08:25:00 PM

Geezzz...when it rains it pours.....let me know if you need anything Charlie...

All else I got to say is LOOK OUT MIZZU!!!!

Kenny got the contract signed again....we'z goin back!!!