I'm sitting in a hotel lobby in southern Colorado.  In a couple of hours we will have the groceries purchased, truck gassed up, and will start up the dusty road to the top of a mountain in New Mexico.  Two weeks of bliss, camping with my wife.  She's a gem, and will let me chase the bulls for a few hours each morning.  I have promissed to spend plenty of camp time with her the rest of the days.  

Joe   Have a great time good luck,go slow for a couple of days but unlike me you have long legs so will be easier.Take care Kip Will you hunt with some stone?

Heading out with the boy next door as soon as he gets out of school today for some muley.  Struck-out a couple of weeks ago.  Gonna climb higher this outing and hope to find one.  
Whip, you've already found great success having a wife that will go with you!  
Best,
Quinn

Best of luck and lots of pics Joe!

Have the best trip ever Joe!

The Gang at The Ryegrass ranch.  

Sounds perfect! Well if you add a bull hanging in camp that would top it off...

OK! For all of us sitting at home - after the hunt comes the stories - I am waiting.

Good luck and hunt safe!

Yep, "the hay is in the barn" as they say, for most all of the preparation has taken place as we eagerly await another long anticipated Elk season.  Many sacrifices along the way both physical and financial but it is worth it when you are fortunate enough to see, smell, hear and or taste the mighty Elk.  I can tell by the posts that the calm frenzy is alive in both those who are writing in and in those who are reading it. It seems we all share an insightful glimpse into the power that the hunt holds for each of us.  It is simply awesome. Good luck, stay safe and let us know of your journey this season.
Idabow

Have a great trip Joe...Be safe. I look foward to the story!

Sounds like the begining of a great memory. It's always good to have someone along to help pack out the meat. Smart thinking to invite your wife.    Have a safe and enjoyable trip.

Enjoy your 2 weeks in paradise Joe.  Hope we see some pictures soon.

Wow, that sounds amazing! Hope you all have a great time!

Go Get'em!!! bring us back a story and pics.  Good luck!


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Good luck!!!!

Todd

Good luck Joe and Irene.  Have a blast in your retirement.  You've earned it brother!

Good luck ...I look forward to pictures

hey thats great to hear Joe! i hope you and your wife have a great time up there    
best of luck with the bulls

Sounds like fun.  Be safe and enjoy.

Looking forward to the pic's Joe! How about one with Irene and her psychedelic bow  on a mountain top? Good luck.

Good luck to you both and enjoy yourselves .