Comments on: Things That Don’t Go Bump In The Night

By: John C. Martin (Western Wanderer)

John C. Martin (Western Wanderer) — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 00:01:21 +0000

Seems like my most poignant memories are those horseback rides before daylight. a simple 8″ tree down across a trail feels like a redwood when your horse jumps it unexpectedly in the dark.

Now with the addition of Griz to the equation in parts of the west, things that go bump in the night have the ability to keep even an exhausted elk hunter awake.

By: Blessed

Blessed — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:07:39 +0000

Being out in the dark isn’t my favorite thing to do by a long shot… being that close to the elk you wanted and not being able to shoot them – now that would be tough, but at least it sounds like you’ve got a good start on a song about it!

By: Terry Scoville

Terry Scoville — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:47:18 +0000

Great story Gary. My imagination is right there with Sue’s . I walk in in the dark for about an hour or so. Doing my best to not scare myself with what I hear but can’t see. I agree that those Grouse ought to have warning lights on them too. Been groused numerous times this season. Missed a buck 3 years ago because of a Grouse. Coronary wildlife at its finest.
Glad Mr. Rattler left you alone, not partial to them. Sounds like a great trip into elk country and perhaps no meat this time, but what great experiences and memories you have.

By: Arthur

Arthur — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:25:04 +0000

I’m glad all of those Elk missed you guys in your tent; that could’ve been bad.

Having fun is definitely what it’s all about.

By: Rick

Rick — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:42:34 +0000

That was a very interesting read.
There are a lot of things that go bump in the night for sure. I don’t usually scare easy but I will say I have had the hairs raise up on the back of my neck a few times.