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Stories : Backcountry Black Bears ~ Day 8 >>
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Day 8 Saturday - Memories and Good Friends
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The spring bear season is over and we begin our
trek homeward. As I think back on the week I realize just how many
wonderful memories I am taking home with me. I have experienced many
new and exciting things on this adventure, but more importantly I have
found new friends and shared some great memories with each of
them.
Here is a picture of Larry Whitlock loading up one of the mules as we prepare to leave. Here is a man who has so much to share. One morning I woke up early listening to |
| Ralph and Mike laughing in the cook tent. It sounded like they were enjoying themselves so I got out of bed, dressed and went in to join them. Larry was telling a few stories about some of his experiences while helping Ralph. Larry was an amazing story teller with his Texas accent and good old humor he had all of laughing and having such a wonderful time. I thank my lucky stars for getting up that morning and enjoy his tells. I wish I could have recorded a story or two for each of you to hear and enjoy, I would never even attempt to re-tell those stories because I could not do them justice after hearing them come from Larry. Thank you Larry for sharing some of yourself with us! | |
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Mike and his two sons Bryce and Josh. What a week and experiences to be shared together as Father and Sons. It was a pleasure to get to know each of you and thank you for sharing your adventure with all of us! I learned of Mikes passion for bowhunting and his passion shows in the way he tells of his adventures in the field with friends and his boys! |
| Margaret needed to crash for a little bit and this seemed like a likely place apparently. We are getting things packed up to head out. Margaret kept our stomachs full with great food and she did it with a smile on her face! |  |
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Does this shot look familiar? Here we are about 3 minutes out of camp starting our homeward trek. Ralph and Larry are leading the pack string. It amazed me how they got all that gear on the horses and then that the horses were able to get through the trail with all that gear on the sides of them. |
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Makes you wonder where the trail is doesn't it? It was amazingly green, thick and beautiful. Here Margaret is ahead of me and behind the second back train of animals. So many places along the trail was like riding through tunnels in the forest, with the foliage so thick and green! |
| We stopped at one of the tree stands and waited while Ralph and Larry took the stand down. Everyone is still in the saddle, a good sign. |  |
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Almost back to the base camp and after 4 hours in the saddle Larry can still smile, or maybe that is a smile of joy that he knows he is about to get off that beast of pain! |
| This was an experience of a lifetime for me, with memories that I will hold dear for the rest of my life! I came home with my tags in my pack, but how many bowhunters can have a trophy picture like this one where old friendships are strengthened and new friendships are made! Mike was taking this picture so even though he is not in the picture he is part of the group and the memories we will all enjoy! |  |
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Ralph and Doris where wonderful hosts during our stay with them on this hunt and I would recommend their service. If you are interested in learning more about Oswold's Pack Camp contact Ralph or Doris at the following number (208) 935-0068 or if you have questions about our trip feel free to contact me (Joe) at webmaster@idahoarchery.com
I hope you enjoyed our adventure. I would your thoughts on this story, if you liked it would like to see more things like this on the website, or if you have other ideas. Our goal is make the site as interesting and enjoyable as we can for everyone! Thanks and Come Back often Joe Berg
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