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Originally Posted by Pudelpointer
This is NOT meant to dissuade you, as it is doable, but...
Have you ever handled, butchered and packed out an elk sized animal (i.e. 1.5-3.5 year old moose) by yourself?
I have killed and packed out elk as far as 3 miles solo, and I do not reccomend it! The 3 mile bull took me 3 days and a bucket of Advil to pack out.
If you are going to go for it, then I recommend getting in GREAT shape first. You should be able to pack 80+ pounds up AND down some pretty steep terrain for extended periods of time.
Another thing to consider is your personal level of resolve. If you have an ignorant level of determination to complete any task put before you with no consideration for pain, discomfort and potential long term physical damage, you should be fine.  |
No I haven't done it, but everything you describe exactly why I want to do it. Just me and what's on my pack...
The bears is more my worry, if I was actually fortunate enough to harvest. This is why I was hoping for any more info/and or recommendations without all the Griz...?