A special/sad hunt

[N2TRKYS]

Let me start off by saying that I’m not the most poetic, so writing up hunt stories are difficult for me. So, here goes mine.

Like most nonresidents, this hunt started with buying points about five years ago. Well, my group drew a Wyoming elk tag and plans started. I really wasn’t getting too excited cause my Dad, whom had been battling cancer for several years, was not doing well at all.

I told the guys in my group that I wasn’t going on the hunt because Daddy was too sick. Of course, they understood and that was that.

Well, Daddy’s condition took a very fast turn towards the worst. Daddy died October 2nd and we were able to be there by his side when he passed.

After the funeral, my Mom asked when I was leaving on my trip. I told her that I wasn’t going cause Daddy had been so sick. Mom told me, “you know your Daddy would want you to go.”

So in a whirlwind trying to get things together, we left for the long drive on October 12th.

Opening morning found me in the same spot I had killed a good mule deer buck a few years back. Well, at around 8:30 on opening morning, I filled my tag on a bull elk.

The happiness of the kill quickly vanished, cause my first call after a successful hunt is to my Daddy. I suddenly realized that I won’t ever get to do that again. Well, a phone call wasn’t made, but I certainly talked to Daddy that day when I knelt next to that bull.

 

[MT_Fin]

Congrats on the bull and sorry for your loss.

 

[westonadkins]

Thanks for sharing your story -- sorry for your loss.


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[HairyScandinavian]

Congrats on the Bull man. You didn't need to call your dad, I suspect he was right there with you the whole time.

 

[Scoot]

Some animals seem to have more meaning than others. I bet that one is one of them. Congrats and condolences.

 

[Pharmseller]

I lost my dad in 2020. I won’t be so arrogant as to say I know what you’re going through, because I know what I went through, but we are not the same.

But believe me when I tell you, it gets better. It will probably take longer than you think, and it never goes away, but it gets better. That sharp pang of loss you feel when you remember how he taught you to do this or that (because that’s when it comes) evolves into a kinder memory of gratitude for the lessons and the time you had together.

Good on you for going on the trip. You actually honored his life by going.



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[mike.adams.467]

Your dad would have been proud. I lost mine about 18 months ago, and I miss sharing my adventures with him I

 

[Kimber7man]

Thanks for sharing your story, he was there with you when you killed that bull and celebrated. You will always remember that bull. Peace be with you brother.

 

[CoHntr82]

It may not be with a phone, but keep making that “call” to him. I’m sure he’s looking down smiling watching you on the packout. Keep making him proud! Thanks for the story and congrats.

 

[mikkel318]

Thank you for sharing that story. I know he would have been proud and I am glad you went. I lost my brother earlier this year and getting some support and feedback on this forum meant a lot.

I agree that one very difficult process of grieving is when you find yourself wanting to share something, anything, with that person and you can't call or text them. One piece of advice that's helped me is that their love continues to grow even with their passing. Keep your head up and it does get better.

 

[Lowedown]

You have the right perspective sir. Congratulations on the hunt, and know that your mom is right. I lost my Dad 4 years ago. Like my lost uncles he comes to mind in certain moments like that and gives me pause to smile and quietly say hello

 

[Read1t48]

Thanks for sharing!

 

[MontyMontana]

Thanks for sharing, man! Lost my dad in July. I know for me it's been the hardest kick in the dick I've ever had. Im not sure if it ever gets better but it does get easier. Shit reading this brought tears. Great on you for going and plucking one out!! My deepest condolences, and congratulations.