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Author Topic: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt  (Read 1760 times)

Offline Horne Shooter

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #80 on: October 06, 2014, 09:22:00 PM »
When you read a story like this I can't help but think that trips like this one are about "as good as it gets".  I'm been fortunate to be on a few myself and it's what traditional bowhunting is all about.  Those (non-traditional hunters) who never experience these special moments in their lives will never understand this kind of total joy and fulfillment.
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Offline Got2strum

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #81 on: October 06, 2014, 09:56:00 PM »
Wow! Congratulations! Awesome story and animal  :clapper:
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Offline don kauss

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #82 on: October 06, 2014, 10:37:00 PM »
Thanks guys...

Mike; that's terrific...quite a bit of action...John says he's not going to "hurry" on them...he wants them all perfect...which is why they're what they are...
Are you seeing any pre-rut down there, yet? I'm glad I'm not a big Buck in your woods...!!
Good Luck

Horne Shooter is right on; there's nothing like it...the trad element just takes it to a level that is beyond words...you may not get "there" as often, but when you do, there is no substitute...
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Online Herdbull

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #83 on: October 06, 2014, 10:49:00 PM »
Just normal early pre-rut buck stuff. Ha! The bucks I saw were still bunched up and sparring as they travel and when they get to food. (soy bean fields). I can sure wait for perfection.
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Offline don kauss

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #84 on: October 07, 2014, 08:44:00 AM »
They're bunched up here too...
Looking forward ...!!!
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Offline Mountain State Archer

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #85 on: October 07, 2014, 09:53:00 AM »
Thanks for sharing and taking the time to upload all the pics.   Congrats!!!
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Offline Squaretoparcher

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #86 on: October 08, 2014, 11:45:00 PM »
Don, Great story and a fine animal, thanks for taking me along.
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Offline Bill Turner

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #87 on: October 09, 2014, 12:18:00 AM »
Great story! Great "Bou"! I hunted the Brooks in 1985 but not with a bow. Got a great "Bou" and a even better Dall, but have always wanted to go back with my bow. Most beautiful, untouched country I have ever experienced. For those of you who have never experienced Alaska put it on your bucket list and do whatever needs to be done to make it happen. Thanks for sharing Don. Brought back a lot of memories.   :campfire:
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Offline Sockrsblur

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #88 on: October 09, 2014, 06:44:00 AM »
Great adventure!!! I love it and all the great photos... love this about the site, so many people doing very cool things!
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Offline NBK

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #89 on: October 09, 2014, 10:22:00 AM »
Awesome hunt Don!  Congratulations on making good on a memorable hunt.
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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #90 on: October 10, 2014, 05:07:00 PM »
Way to go sir!    :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
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Offline 2nocks

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #91 on: October 10, 2014, 05:15:00 PM »
congrats on an awesome hunt and story!
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Offline don kauss

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #92 on: October 11, 2014, 09:08:00 AM »
Thanks fellas...

Mike; that is a sweet looking buck in your avatar...where's that story????!?
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Offline Joeabowhunter

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #93 on: October 11, 2014, 01:23:00 PM »
What a fantastic hunt!  Thanks for posting it.
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Offline akdd

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #94 on: October 12, 2014, 06:06:00 AM »
Congrats on the fine caribou. I would recommend taking a packraft on drop camp trips if you are going to be on a river or lake. They only weigh about 6 lbs.and would allow you to cross a river or lake.
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Offline LITTLEBIGMAN

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #95 on: October 12, 2014, 09:37:00 AM »
Great story thank you Don for it and the pictures as well. Wow what a great bull. I can still see your arrow in flight!
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Offline Pat B.

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #96 on: October 12, 2014, 11:29:00 AM »
A fine adventure well told...

Congrats!
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Offline razorsharptokill

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #97 on: December 10, 2014, 10:16:00 AM »
This is awesome! What a great shot! Magnificently told. I will be after Caribou in 2015 as well. Will be sending you a PM with some questions if you don't mind.
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Offline Pete McMiller

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #98 on: December 10, 2014, 10:55:00 AM »
I must have missed this post earlier.  Congrats on a fine animal Don.  Great story telling as well.  These are the experiences we all live for.
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Offline Iowabowhunter

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Re: 2014 Alaskan Caribou Bowhunt
« Reply #99 on: December 10, 2014, 01:21:00 PM »
Fantastic story, great job bringing us along with you.

Congratulations on a fine caribou!
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