I turned 51 this year(DAMNIT). I have killed more than my fair share of animals and still the anticpation is incredible. I have been shooting every morning and evening for a while now. Shooting is harder. Lifting weights is harder. The freaking treadmill is way harder. It's a good thing that hunting is sweeter and I'm able to enjoy the full experience of being in the mountains or it just might not be worth it. 19 more days and then it begins. Although my body isn't really ready and my mind cannot stand the anticipation. I'm still like a kid, with a pocket full of money, in front of a candy store, waiting for it to open. Bring on 2010 elk season. When do you guys start?? Good luck to all of you guys and gals.