....... 2012 Sheep Thread......... - Page 8

bdub · #**211** 10-05-2012, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by grndchekem

I think that ram had a bad year, looks like his 3rd year may have been a bad one with little growth.

Hard to tell without seeing it live! I would be suprised if this ram is 4.5, If that is a bad year makes more sense, if he`s 4.5 he would have been a dandy by 7!

I think what you are seeing is a false annuli between 1.5 and 2.5 annuli. It is common to see them between the 1.5 and 3.5 year age. I think it occurs as they ram transitions from living among a ewe band to living in a band of rams. While with the ewes, those young rams are the kings of the hill so to speak. Once they move into a ram band, those young rams are the lowest on the totem pole and end up taking a bit of s##t and abuse from the older rams until they figure out there place. I think it causes a slowdown in there growth at that point and it shows up as a false ring. Thats the theory I have anyway for those false annuli that are common at that age.

bdub · #**212** 10-05-2012, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by fickell

Any one hear any info on the ram shot at the veiw point at the cadomin mine on oct 3

Probably in the freezer at F&W. Hope they fine them hard and they can't hunt for a good while.

twsheephunter · #**213** 10-05-2012, 11:15 PM

well i will post a few pic from the back when i go to the taxidermist to get them. anyone one some meat we have lots of does to shoot and some nice bucks. most around160 gross but we need to get rid of some does so let me know.

bdub · #**214** 10-06-2012, 05:33 AM

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Originally Posted by podman

Anyone know anything about this ram? It is on the Trophy Watch.

Cory Knowlton 2012
BC BIGHORN
September 23, 2012
Just Kamloops, British Columbia is all we've heard so far.

A friend just sent me a picture of a ram that a fellow from Sparwood shot near Salmo that looks like it may be the same ram or his twin brother.

Speckle55 · #**215** 10-06-2012, 10:22 AM

here is Cory's Facebook Page

David

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Corey-...23992287648317

walking buffalo · #**216** 10-20-2012, 09:46 PM

Here comes the pre-rut! Watch those girl gangs a little closer.

Five good rams were chasing this ewe today. I think she may be an early bloomer, or just a real sexy tease. Either way, she's gonna cause a broken heart or two.

ram crazy · #**217** 10-21-2012, 08:07 AM

I'd say those ones are pretty safe Dale, Standing on the hi-way in a park.

Rackmastr · #**218** 10-21-2012, 08:10 AM

Dale I'm pullin for ya to get out and knock over a ram this season!!!

Hows the snow looking in there yesterday?

walking buffalo · #**219** 10-21-2012, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by ram crazy

I'd say those ones are pretty safe Dale, Standing on the hi-way in a park.

Typical Ram Crazy response....

Once again avoiding the good stuff for the sake of being colorless....

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Originally Posted by Rackmastr

Dale I'm pullin for ya to get out and knock over a ram this season!!!

Hows the snow looking in there yesterday?

As is often the case this time of year, getting out is the issue.

I was surprised how little snow has accumulated so far. But things are in great shape for those who can get out this there for the last week of the season.

Watching Rams head butt, lip curl, and especially photographing this ewe volunteer a urine sample for a flehmen test made for a good day in the valley.

I also really enjoyed a discussion with a Parks officer whether or not sitting in a vehicle glassing the hills is considered "Hunting".

The rams are on the move, get out there sheep-hunters, enjoy!

pikeslayer22 · #**220** 10-21-2012, 01:11 PM

Curious to know the outcome of your discussion with the co officer...I will be out in 438 for 10 days come nov 1 hopefully it heats up a little more! Thanks for update WB!

ishootbambi · #**221** 10-21-2012, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by walking buffalo

As is often the case this time of year, getting out is the issue.

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really? you managed to "get out" for these pictures. you dont work, so i would imagine you could hunt every day. i wish i had the free time you do.

hawken · #**222** 10-21-2012, 04:14 PM

This is the only legal ram I saw this weekend.

Rackmastr · #**223** 10-21-2012, 04:15 PM

Cool pic Hawken!

#**224** 10-21-2012, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by walking buffalo

I was surprised how little snow has accumulated so far.

Ya, we were out today and I was truly shocked how little snow there was in the mountains......way more at home.

ksteed17 · #**225** 10-21-2012, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by sheephunter

Ya, we were out today and I was truly shocked how little snow there was in the mountains......way more at home.

Come down south I spent the weekend walking through 8"+ of snow!

Frans · #**226** 10-21-2012, 07:08 PM

Weird looking horn tip on that last one...

Springer · #**227** 10-21-2012, 07:16 PM

Great pics Walking Buff , It is helpfull for a newbie like me to judge a ram up close in a Park or 44 yds away on a hillside. Its also good to know their getting interested in looking for Ewes. Hopefully i will squeeze a couple days in before it closes.

dforsbloom · #**228** 10-21-2012, 07:29 PM

Duk Dog,

That 40 inch ram is awesome! That picture has got to be on the Mirror lake ridge, right? If so I have flown over that exact spot a dozen times this year. We took a couple of rams on the backside of the hill in the photo this summer.

Duk Dog · #**229** 10-21-2012, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by dforsbloom

Duk Dog,

That 40 inch ram is awesome! That picture has got to be on the Mirror lake ridge, right? If so I have flown over that exact spot a dozen times this year. We took a couple of rams on the backside of the hill in the photo this summer.

I think your question is to be directed to "25-06rem.model700" who posted the original pics. I had just quoted his pics and photos. Certainly nice rams though.

walking buffalo · #**230** 10-21-2012, 09:49 PM

Have fun Pike, take more pictures than you think are needed.

Frans, the second pic shows the same ram. His tips really flare out. I think that tip might be starting to split from brooming.

Springer, any chance to spend some time up close to sheep is well spent. The more you look at them, the more comfortable you will become in judging the curl. Take a pile of pictures, they make a great reference tool. Even more imortant to me is learning the behavior and habits of these critters, I just like watching them.

Bambi, I'm glad to hear you think I don't work, pass the word.

The last thing I need is some idiot who only knows me from the internet to show up at my business looking to pick a fight.

Acesneights · #**231** 10-21-2012, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by walking buffalo

Bambi, I'm glad to hear you think I don't work, pass the word.

The last thing I need is some idiot who only knows me from the internet to show up at my business looking to pick a fight.

I don't think your place of business is the only place he has shown up unannounced wanting to fight.....

ishootbambi · #**232** 10-21-2012, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by bdarling

I don't think your place of business is the only place he has shown up unannounced wanting to fight.....

thats the truth. i was after another badger today....this time armed with a crescent wrench. the dirty bugger called me chicken and said i was too scared. he was all talk though and dove down a hole before i could get at him. i have it on video too. a few here can expect to get a copy soon.

hey ginger dude....if you are creeping here....you left a couple hours too early today....it was late afternoon when the fun stuff went down. it was a big bugger too. might be the second biggest one ive ever seen. i know where he lives though, and ill try again.

echo · #**233** 10-21-2012, 10:29 PM

Good to see some pictures !

pottymouth · #**234** 10-21-2012, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by ishootbambi

thats the truth. i was after another badger today....this time armed with a crescent wrench. the dirty bugger called me chicken and said i was too scared. he was all talk though and dove down a hole before i could get at him. i have it on video too. a few here can expect to get a copy soon.

hey ginger dude....if you are creeping here....you left a couple hours too early today....it was late afternoon when the fun stuff went down. it was a big bugger too. might be the second biggest one ive ever seen. i know where he lives though, and ill try again.

Did you gentley caress his paw with your finger? LOL

Speckle55 · #**235** 10-21-2012, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by pottymouth

Did you gentley caress his paw with your finger? LOL

like this ..Badger the other day alive in Sask being friendly to the Power Crew

David

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pottymouth · #**236** 10-22-2012, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Speckle55

like this ..Badger the other day alive in Sask being friendly to the Power Crew

David

Attachment 60860

LOL, just like that,lol

Rackmastr · #**237** 10-22-2012, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by pottymouth

Did you gentley caress his paw with your finger? LOL

LOL....somehow I knew this thread would get funny after ISB's comment....

#**238** 10-22-2012, 09:08 AM

A couple monster rams went down in your neck of the woods yesterday Rack....sounds like that snow really has them moving. What are you doing on here....lol

Rackmastr · #**239** 10-22-2012, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by sheephunter

A couple monster rams went down in your neck of the woods yesterday Rack....sounds like that snow really has them moving. What are you doing on here....lol

Haha same thing you are! Except I dropped off a 3 year old at preschool and now am trying to let my wife sleep after a rough night with the baby!

Plans to get out tomorrow and Thursday, you see any pics of the rams shot?

#**240** 10-22-2012, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Rackmastr

Plans to get out tomorrow and Thursday, you see any pics of the rams shot?

Ya, absolute slobs!