Dads Colorado Bull

The_Coloradoboy · Nov 11, 2020

A hell of a a lot effort went into this bull. My dad officially retired on Tuesday and we were able to take this bull on Saturday afternoon. Dad made a text book shot on this bull off the top of the canyon but I couldn’t find a safe route to get him to the bull due to the level of steep this canyon is with multiple cliffs mixed in. It took two days, some ropes, and damn good buddy to get him out. My dad has been my biggest mentor and role model in my life time as a hunter and as a man. He has given my younger brother and myself all the opportunities in the world to be successful, while stepping back and making his tags less of a priority the last 15 years. The past two days of crawling out that canyon with a heavy pack on is the least I could do to repay him for all things he has done for me.

Cooper · Nov 11, 2020

That’s awesome, those are cool pics !!!

Stubaby · Nov 11, 2020

Nice. Congrats. Give us a score for reference. I’m trying to hone my skills.

Founder · Nov 11, 2020

Fantastic bull!!! Congratulations to you all.

The_Coloradoboy · Nov 11, 2020

Stubaby said:
Nice. Congrats. Give us a score for reference. I’m trying to hone my skills.

He scores big enough

Zeke · Nov 11, 2020

If I saw his rack in the brush like that, I'd be blasting away! JK of course.

Well done on a fine trophy bull!

Zeke

Cahunter805 · Nov 11, 2020

Great bull! Attaboy Cole! Congrats to everyone involved! What rifle was he using? Shot distance?

The_Coloradoboy · Nov 11, 2020

Fully custom 6.5x284 Norma dad built himself with a 156 Berger EOL. True range was 683, ballistic corrected range was 620. Took him through both shoulders, bull went 10 yards and was DRT.

huntingisfun · Nov 11, 2020

Awesome! I wish my dad could do that with me.

Plumber333 · Nov 11, 2020

Awesome bull Cole! Tell your pops I said congrats! Way to get it done guys!

Ranger1 · Nov 11, 2020

Awesome bull and start to retirement.

elkchaserreturns · Nov 12, 2020

Congrats to your dad on a fine shot & to you & all who packed that bull out. That is an exceptional bull anywhere and even harder to find in CO. Well done!
I lived & hunted around Grand Junction for several years and that countryside looks familiar, especially the part about the steep canyon/cliffs.

Elkchaser

twdjr · Nov 12, 2020

Great looking elk, Congrats!

tkjwonta · Nov 12, 2020

Nicely done, sounds like a great hunt all the way around. Those are the type that totally suck during the pack out, but worth every moment.

walkonedown · Nov 16, 2020

I met these guys while I was chasing deer and can vouch that they truly earned this bull! Very few are willing to work as hard as this family. I saw them packing out of the canyon and when I returned to my truck they were camped at the trailhead, they invited me into their camp to share deer info. First Class Hunters and Sportsman, hoping your success continues Rick, thanks for sharing Cole.
i did get a buck
Randy

Wiszard · Nov 16, 2020

Congrats on a stud bull. That pack out sounds like it made the experience that much more gratifying.

Ultimag · Nov 16, 2020

Nice bull nice buck congrats, to both hunters

The_Coloradoboy · Nov 17, 2020

walkonedown said:
I met these guys while I was chasing deer and can vouch that they truly earned this bull! Very few are willing to work as hard as this family. I saw them packing out of the canyon and when I returned to my truck they were camped at the trailhead, they invited me into their camp to share deer info. First Class Hunters and Sportsman, hoping your success continues Rick, thanks for sharing Cole.
i did get a buck
Randy
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Awesome buck Randy! It was great to meet you.

Elmacho · Nov 17, 2020

Awesome job and rite up!!!

Plumber333 · Nov 17, 2020

walkonedown said:
I met these guys while I was chasing deer and can vouch that they truly earned this bull! Very few are willing to work as hard as this family. I saw them packing out of the canyon and when I returned to my truck they were camped at the trailhead, they invited me into their camp to share deer info. First Class Hunters and Sportsman, hoping your success continues Rick, thanks for sharing Cole.
i did get a buck
Randy
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Awesome buck Randy! It was great meeting you on the mountain!

hawkbill · Nov 17, 2020

Nice Bull, you’re a good man for packing that Bull out for your Dad,he’s been waiting along for you to take care of the little things like packing,

heywouldya · Nov 18, 2020

Very nice bull! Way to take care of your dad on that hunt, great retirement present.

Fallfreak · Nov 29, 2020

Fantastic bull and a great time with family! Congrats

Coyotebrowntrouthunter · Dec 9, 2020

Awesome story!!! Great job Cole!
CBTH

littlebighorn · Dec 9, 2020

Well done Cole! I am sure your father has been glad to sacrifice for his boys, and it's great to see when the favor is returned. Congratulations on a really nice bull!

elkassassin · Dec 9, 2020

Nice Job!

twobears · Dec 9, 2020

Congrats to your Dad thats a nice bull, and yes, Colorado boy you are a stand up guy, true sportsman, who is always willing to help, and give advice.

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