Public Land Bull Elk

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Public Land Bull Elk

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This section seems to be a bit slow this time of year. Here are a couple of pictures of my first ever bull elk. I was blessed to take this beautiful bull on public land with an over the counter tag here in Utah in 2009. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience. 100% DIY the hard way. The 165 gr Accubond did the job from my trusty 30-06. One shot from 45 yards. He was in his bed and didn't even know what hit him. Enjoy the pictures:

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Me and my good friend and hunting partner
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Starting to make some meat
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The last of 6 loads out
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And here is a little video clip during the last trip out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKqsVBqADD4
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Outstanding.Thanks for posting.
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That's one beauty of a trophy. Thanks for sharing.
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Congrats! Very rewarding. I love that feeling.
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Nice Bull!
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Congratulations on a fine Elk!! :wink:
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Now that is certainly a great looking bull, especially being on public land. Thanks for those terrific hunting pics too!
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Congrats on a great bull!
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Very nice!
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Oh my word! He is huge. I assume you got him on a general permit? What area?

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