New guy from Arkansas

[enysse]

Welcome to AH! Most elk hunts, even on public land will cost north of $2500 DIY. African hunt probably $7000+ for a good safari and multiple animals. Taxidermy definitely adds up more $$$!

 

[petrusg]

Welcome to AH, Hope to see you in Africa with a big bore soon.

 

[BULLET SAFARIS]

Welcome to AH @Whetstone. Enjoy the forum, it's very addicting.

 

[Hoas]

Welcome Whetstone! Enjoy the site!

 

[crs]

Welcome aboard from east Texas. What part of Arkansas do you hail from?

Also, have you hunted black bear in Arkansas? My .405 double is itching to take one.

 

[Whetstone]

Welcome aboard from east Texas. What part of Arkansas do you hail from?

Also, have you hunted black bear in Arkansas? My .405 double is itching to take one.

I started out in Montgomery county, lived in Little Rock for about 8 years, and now reside in Bentonville.

I have hunted them, and seen several, but have never seen one with a gun in my hands. With the quota, and private land baiting, season is usually over almost before it begins in the areas of the state with good bear density. I would have to get really lucky hunting public land to get a shot, though there is sign everywhere.

My poor man's "big bore" Marlin 45-70 is also waiting for its chance. I was very close to one a couple years ago in the Winona WMA. Every trip to the woods revealed new sign, and I mostly ignored the deer, trying instead to get him figured out. One warm misty day I found lots of large rocks had been rolled over in a small wash, and the ground was still dry where the rocks had been moved from. A little earlier, or a quieter approach, would have at least yielded a sighting. It was an exciting chase. One I hope I get to repeat.

 

[jpr792]

Welcome, Wetstone, to this great Forum.