Originally Posted by
Rob in VT
What a great hunt I had today. Saw 12-14 bulls this morning and 6-7 cows. Heard about a dozen bugles. Saw the bull walk into a canyon with a cow. Waited and glassed to be sure they didn't come out. Stalked with in 250 yards and saw the cow stand up and start feeding. The bull was up feeding also. Made a 271 yard high shoulder shot with my 300WM. Dropped in his tracks.
Congrats Rob Nice bull Elk, a good start to kick off the Rut. I'd have a guess on weight, how did he measure out "Douglas score" that would be interesting.👍