Late-Season Sheep Hunting

[sheephunter]

Just thought I'd share a few photos from a little foray into Alberta's backcountry that I just returned from. It was late-season sheep hunting at its best......or perhaps worst. We had -20 temperatures, a blizzard that dropped over a foot of snow, dehydration, lack of food and good times with a good buddy. No rams died but did see a few that just weren't big enough. Dropped 9 pounds in four days. Had one heck of a scary trip out in some country that is best only accessed in the summer. One more kick at the cat tomorrow and the 2013 sheep season is a wrap.

 

[Cleftwynd]

I wish I was still fit enough to do that, enjoy it while you can, there is no other hunt that can be so miserable and tough, but also so enjoyable and rewarding.

Nice pics and good luck!!

 

[arcticcathonda]

Looks like a wonderful time!

 

[Fall Guy]

No rams died but did see a few that just weren't big enough.

After enduring what you did, no doubt, that take some discipline. Nice pics.

 

[hawk-i]

Awesome country....just being there is its own reward!

 

[jaydog]

Thanks for posting this- you make the challenge look enjoyable!
I have a winter mountain goat hunt that I'm equal parts excited and dreading that doesn't seem so bad now.

 

[Mighty Peace]

Great pics. Sounds like a fun hunt. Go get your ram on the "last kick at the can".

I wish I could make it out for my bull moose, but no way as season ends tomorrow evening. Good thing I was also drawn for cow elk starting November 1st, and I know where to go as my nephew took his first bull elk (5x5) yesterday after school.