TradGang Bear Quest # 4 2010' Unpacking & Wheels are Turnin for BQ # 5 JUNE 2011'

[d. ward]

Thank you guy's yap she's gotta be getting better she just chewed me out for spending money so thats a real good sign.Fact is I'll actually be returning to one of my other loves at the end of this week... restoring old bows yeahaw we do not have PT until noon starting next week.
Hey I am going to add one more thing about this and you can take it for what its worth guy's no matter what no matter how no matter when and the sooner the better please please make sure and have the best medical insurence on you and your family you can get.Linda has the best insurence money can buy and everything has been paid in full up to this point.I know it sucks paying for it sometimes but well worth the money bd

[Barry Wensel]

Bowdoc: So I assume you accept medical insurance at your bow hospital? UB

[Bonecracker]

Hey BW,
I hope it not one of the HMO's or PPO's!!!
They do not cover broken limbs!!          

[tippit]

George, You're welcome any time on Friday...in fact if you need a place to sleep Thursday night OK too...Doc

[xroadshunter]

Thanks Jeff!  I'll let you know my progress as I head north.  George

[Marty]

Do people call each other by their tradgang handle on these trips or real names? I can't even rememeber names let alone handles!!!

[Tom Phillips]

Marty,
 The names used depends on a few factors & time of day or night !!!

[Hawkeye]

I know, Marty, I know...

I was trying to figure out which to call YOU!    

Closing in on one week-

Daryl... err... Hawkeye... ah... whatever!

[leatherneck]

Doc, I follow this thread every year and I know it pains you not to go. Your trad gang family is healthy and can wait on you. But momma needs you now. Your an honorable man sir. One day, one day. Prayers to you and the misses.

Mike

[Marty]

Barry has a unique nickname from college, but I'm not sure he would appreciate me letting the cat out of the bag! HA! All I can say is that it fits like a glove!!! You'll NEVER guess either!!!

[d. ward]

Thanks guys your the best....OK now a few things I forgot to mention like your mothers are not going to be there with you so pick up after yourself don't lieve stuff laying around the camp keep it clean bring ear plugs don't eat to much and what ever you do do not foget your thermocell and hunter orange.
I don't want any of you guy's hunting my stand eather.I do not like people probing around when I'am not there.If one of you are lucky enough to draw the bd's stand aka the bowl you better make darn sure you have your hunting orange on as the gamies always like to walk in and chat with me for a few.They will take your bow arrows and anything else related to hunting so make sure and have your hunter orange ON.
Uncle Barry if I did take medical insurence here at bowdocs that would be so cool.Man for what they billed my wifes insurence company the first month I could have taken about 5 guy's hunting anywhere in the world for 2 weeks and still had money left over bd

[Tom Phillips]

I just got word from my Canadian connection that
"Things are back to Normal" in the Bush !!! BAIT Trip # 2 starts this evening 7 PM.Will keep you posted on return.
 NOTE: Bring Swim trunks & water shoes to cool off & For those driving if you have Favorite TREESTAND cushion you are welcome to bring it.

 ONE more THING : Satellite PHONE for BEAR CAMP
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  is in the mail to me.

[brill16hockey]

Great to hear Tommy!  Cant wait to get there.

[Tom Phillips]

ttt

[Yellow Dog]

Bowdoc, Whip said it the best:

"I'm sure everyone on this trip is very disappointed you won't be able to make it this year Bowdoc. But I know for certain there is nobody more disappointed than you. We all know how much this trip means to you, but of course you are doing what needs to be done."

I've been watching the posts from this hunt for the last two years and finally decided it's just too much fun to miss. Part of my decision to join this hunt was to be "harassed" by you for a week. Though I've never met you, I know you're an "honorable" man. Life takes it's twists and turns as we get older and we follow our heart and do the right thing. You have done the right thing. Now I know I'll be on Bear Quest V, reason being is that Mrs. Bowdoc will be at 100% and Bowdoc will be the camp cook and entertainment director. Bear Quest IV is going to be great but Bear Quest V is going to be even better. Don't ever underestimate the power of prayer, and I'm sure you have plenty coming your way.

[Bill Kissner]

From the looks of the weather map, it has been raining off and on for a good bit at Bow Quest camp north of La Tuque. Good news!!

[wapitimike1]

The weather is looking good for the hunt. Showing rain now and the next few days but clearing. High around 90 during the day and 50s at night, perfect snoozing weather. Fires look to be under control.
The hunt Gods have shined upon us. Time to pack!!!
Bowdoc, Godsspeed on your wifes recovery.

[Greyfox54]

Bowdoc I missed you last year when my schedule caused me to back out now I will have to return next year to catch up with you . Prayers sent for your Goodwife . I have to call Mike from Conn. to hook up with him about sharing a ride . I have been away for a few weeks and haven't been on here , always something causes me to pile things up at the last minute . BD be well , Fred

[Tom Phillips]

Hello Fellows,
 Myself & Big Bill Moran pulled into my yard about 5 pm from # 2 run to Canada,will give update soon.Weather was fairly COOL & rained ALL day & night yesterday.
  Got 2 calls to make # 2 is Mike O'Connell !!!

[Bonecracker]

Thanks for all you effort Tom, I wish I was there to help!!!!