I shot a bear over dogs before the ban here in Washington; it really is a thrilling experience to strike a trail and not know exacty what you will face or how the day will unfold. Bears can be tempermental, run forever or give up in minutes- every one is different.


Pure envy here.


Thank you for the pictures and story Sir, they brought back some great memories and, on face value, it looks like you had an excellent adventure.
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In the legend of King Arthur, the Fisher King was a renowned angler whose errant ways caused him to be struck dumb in the presence of the sacred chalice. I am no great fisherman, and a steelhead is not the covenant of Christ, but with each of these fish I am rendered speechless.