Yes, it's not that great to hunt for spikes only, but there are so many guys and gals not even fortunate enough to have elk in their state I shouldn't complain. Plus I've got 2 spikes in 10 years of hunting for them, which is above average for this state on public land. So I feel fortunate to have that much.

I did hunt Idaho last fall for any bull and it was a great hunt. Lots and lots of thick timber and steep ridges, and never found where most of the elk were. Saw a few and a moose or 3 and that was it. Still, probably go back next year.

A European mount would be great, I'd concur. Exactly what I'd do with it too. Congrats again.