This was taken yesterday afternoon at my neighbor's place. Elk are just starting to bugle and rut.

Pap

Must an interesting experience to see these animals in your back yard.

Nothing like the sound of a bugling Elk. They can put on some show during their rut; those antlers thrashing a small tree is something to see. They stomp back and forth to scare away amorous younger bulls from their harem.

Thanks for sharing Pap!

Tom Flynn

Now,there's something that I don't see in my back yard any day!!!!

Must be really nice to see and hear that stuff going on.

Wayne

Good to go but the warm temps are keeping me from trail cam placement; just too many tics. Week from now and here comes fall finally!

Warren,
Ticks are just as active in the cold weather,so be sure to take precautions.

Wayne

So rather than start a new thread, let's ask what knife you're taking this year? I'll most likely take the regulars; RMK 11-3 and my RMK 14 but I'm tempted to get first blood on a RMK 11-5 re-handled by the gang at Behring Made Knives.

This year I only drew out on a late black powder buck hunt, although I could have hunted elk in an adjacent unit, just didn't have the time or help. So, for deer, I'm thinking I'll use my Model 7-4 with a#6 grind. I also am looking at my "go to" Model 5-5. It's a tough choice.

Pap

Wouldn't be a choice at all. Someday I'm coming your way bringing everything, LOL.
I might even bring a few with me. Bucket list hunt with Pappy. This would be a hunt for the books.

Warren,

25-5 stag in a waxed pouch sheath along with a havalon razor knife.

Happy hunting!

Tom Flynn