Some 2011 Idaho Elk Hunt Pics

Had a fantastic week in the Idaho back country hunting elk with Craig during the 2011 season.  Unfortunately, we weren't able to close on our opportunities and left with un-punched tags so there aren't any "trophy shots" here.

It was a long week filled with many miles of hiking and thousands of feet up and down.  Flat exhausting, but I can't wait to do it again.  We'll see how things go in the Montana draw in 2012 and maybe change the scenery a bit.

For now, here are few pics from the trip.  Hope you enjoy.


We've arrived.

Heading in.

First bugle.

Our home away from camper.

These little guys were thick in places.

Second breakfast.

Our last obstacle before getting to the "easy" trail out.

Glamor shot of me and our makeshift waders (trash bags and duct tape). Worked okay until Craig slipped and took a full bath... Good thing I got that on video. ; )

Actually saw the owners of these tracks make them. The smaller one is from one of the wolf pups.

 

Crossing the slide.

Break time.

The ride out.

A look back.
 

Cheers,
-c2