Randy-
Been traveling for work, and just got around to the Gila Elk episode from last week. My question/comment is regarding punching your tag right after you wounded that bull. I commend you and don't disagree at all morally/ethically with your decision to punch a your tag once an animal has been wounded.
However, by punching your tag, your hunt is over and you couldn't carry your rifle anymore. Personally, I feel like I am entitled to one animal per tag, and don't feel like I can wound one animal and then pursue another. I do think it's okay to continue to pursue the wounded animal though. Which may mean that I have to finish it off still. The morning after you wounded the bull, what would you have done had you found him still alive but hurt badly?
I'm not being critical at all, I really respect you and your work. I would just like to hear more about what your thought process regarding the situation is.
Still trying to decide which program I like best (OYOA vs Fresh Tracks), what I will say is both are top notch!
Thanks!
Been traveling for work, and just got around to the Gila Elk episode from last week. My question/comment is regarding punching your tag right after you wounded that bull. I commend you and don't disagree at all morally/ethically with your decision to punch a your tag once an animal has been wounded.
However, by punching your tag, your hunt is over and you couldn't carry your rifle anymore. Personally, I feel like I am entitled to one animal per tag, and don't feel like I can wound one animal and then pursue another. I do think it's okay to continue to pursue the wounded animal though. Which may mean that I have to finish it off still. The morning after you wounded the bull, what would you have done had you found him still alive but hurt badly?
I'm not being critical at all, I really respect you and your work. I would just like to hear more about what your thought process regarding the situation is.
Still trying to decide which program I like best (OYOA vs Fresh Tracks), what I will say is both are top notch!
Thanks!