70'sChevyGirl Posted September 16, 2009 Share Posted September 16, 2009 My cousin and his kids took a trip to Colorado to go Elk Hunting and he sent me some pics so I thought I'd share. I have never been to Colorado but it sure does look like somewhere I'd like to go. I love seeing beautiful natural scenes that are not Man Made. Here is the beast. I didn't realize that this animal was so big!! Now I feel like I need a vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MitsukiGT Posted September 16, 2009 Share Posted September 16, 2009 Nice pics. So how do they carry that thing back to the truck? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobfred44 Posted September 16, 2009 Share Posted September 16, 2009 We Love Colorado. We have an annual mtn. bike trip there almost every year. You would love it. What part of the state we he hunting in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70'sChevyGirl Posted September 16, 2009 Author Share Posted September 16, 2009 Nice pics. So how do they carry that thing back to the truck? Nothing like having a good Head on your shoulders...:lolsmack: They drug it through the woods to the closest road and then they went and picked it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70'sChevyGirl Posted September 16, 2009 Author Share Posted September 16, 2009 What part of the state we he hunting in? The only sign I found in any of the pics is an Exit sign to No Name. :lolsmack: Seriously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJ1o87 Posted September 16, 2009 Share Posted September 16, 2009 Wow, I can't believe they dragged that poor elk to the nearest road. Atleast they earned their trophy elk lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toms94 Posted September 16, 2009 Share Posted September 16, 2009 (edited) Sometimes they draw and quarter the elk so it can be carried out. No kidding. I don't think it's as big as it appears in the picture...a wide angle lens with the elk close to the camera and a deep depth of field (small aperture) can make it look bigger than it really is. With that said, they are still very large animals and can weigh upwards to 600-700 lbs. Edited September 16, 2009 by Toms94 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11chevz71 Posted September 16, 2009 Share Posted September 16, 2009 Wish i had that new hoyt that guy carring Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
694doorbird Posted September 16, 2009 Share Posted September 16, 2009 I love Colorado and would like to retire out there. I'm hoping to find time to get out and ride the Durango-Silverton train. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigred vette Posted September 16, 2009 Share Posted September 16, 2009 I've been in Colorado once, it was very scenic with the mountains and trees. Makes IL seem flat and boring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 We love Colorado too! Moved here nearly 2 1/2 years ago, and haven't looked back. Great mountain biking, skiing, and best of all, the weather is fantastic. More sunny days than San Diego! Here are some recent Colorado images, most are at our house, and the the hiking shot is of Mt. Sanitas, the trail head about 800 yards from home. The GT photo is a friend, Mike, who took this photo the day after we detailed the car in our garage: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjwvette Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Beautiful pic's:thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
694doorbird Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 I've been in Colorado once, it was very scenic with the mountains and trees. Makes IL seem flat and boring. Originally being from Illinois, I have to agree. About 99% of Il. is flat and boring. Adam You make me jealous!!! Love those deer right outside your house. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OIF Vet Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 (edited) We loved Colorado. We were stationed there for 2 years. Well I should say that my family was there for 2 years. I split my time between there and Iraq. When I came back from Iraq we took a trip to Buena Vista Colorado for a week and we had a blast. Here are some pictures: My wife and I on the deck of out cabin: Us outside of St. Elmo's ghost town: Continental Divide: Rafting on the Arkansas River (my 2 boys are next to me and my wife is behind me with the bright orange vest): Rob Edited September 17, 2009 by OIF Vet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70'sChevyGirl Posted September 17, 2009 Author Share Posted September 17, 2009 Awesome pics. I might have to plan a trip to Colorado one of these days. It looks like paradise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Looks like a beautiful place. Almost as pretty as Pennsylvania. Almost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 :rockon: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GerryC Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Looks like a beautiful place. Almost as pretty as Pennsylvania. Almost. I think what's missing are the corn fields We tried to keep count of how many we passed between Carlisle and the hotel, but it was just too overwhelming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 I think what's missing are the corn fields We tried to keep count of how many we passed between Carlisle and the hotel, but it was just too overwhelming Eastern Pa is totally different in landscape than western Pa. This side has mountains and state parks, rapids, and fall leaves that look like a watercolor painting. It really is a beautiful state. A lot like Colorado. I just live in a part that has incredibly crappy weather. But from the looks of the pictures of Colorado, I wouldn't think it would be bad to live there either. Beautiful country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GerryC Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 living in a tiny state clouds my judgement sometimes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OIF Vet Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Tiny state. How do you think I feel? Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselDude Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 Colorado is one state that I would like to visit. I have even thought of visiting every state (over a several year period). Just a few of the leaves have started to change colors here. The fall colors is what I enjoy about living in this part of the state here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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