The GoLite Shangri La-3 has made its way into my pack for the 2010 elk season.
A 3-man tent for less then 2 pounds is a no-brainer and so is the ultralight/quick drying Base Layer 1.
If you've thought about trying the whole ultralight
backpacking/hunting thing a try you're in luck.
Golite is a leader in ultralight backpacking gear and
they're having a big sale in Colorado Springs! I've used their stuff
for years and love it.
They have some really light shelters (tents and tarps), sleeping bags,
and base layers that are totally worth your time to check out.
4146 East Bijou - SE of the Platt and Academy intersection. When you
get close you'll see sign-wavers and a large tractor trailer with a
huge SALE sign on it. If you go by there please mention Backcountry
Bowhunting to them.
My 2009 archery Elk season was full of very close encounters with Bulls and Cows. Unfortunately none ever presented a shot. However, that doesn't mean the season was a bust. A cow calf at 10 feet, that's pretty exciting in my book.
Feb 09 - Roger joins Bear Archery, Trophy Ridge and Rocket Aeroheads! ""It's funny how life goes sometimes. I've come full circle. My first compound bow was a Bear Whitetail II.""
Roger joins forces with Craig Glass of Peregrine Ministries for the "The Characteristics of Godly Men" Retreat July 11-13, 2008 at
Bear Trap Ranch near Colorado Springs
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Helping others facilitate outdoor and men's ministries is a deep passion of Roger's. Thats why he's excited to join the ranks of ProStaff at In God's Country. Please check out what the gang at In God's Country has going on.
Appearances July 10, 2010, 1pm Bow Tuning - Sportsmans Warehouse Colorado Springs, CO Aug 15, 2010 - Bass Pro Shops - Elk Tactics - Hunting Classic - Denver, CO Aug 21, 2010 - Bass Pro Shops - Elk Tactics - Hunting Classic - Denver, CO Aug 22, 2010 - Bass Pro Shops - Backcountry Gear - What's Worth the Weight? - Hunting Classic - Denver, CO Oct, 09 - Bass Pro Shops Fall Classic - Denver, CO Aug 15, 2009, 12pm - Bass Pro Shops - Early Season Elk Tactics - Hunting Classic - Denver, CO Aug 16, 2009, 4pm - Bass Pro Shops - Backcountry Archery Gear Selection - Hunting Classic - Denver, CO Aug 22, 2009, 12pm - Bass Pro Shops - Backpack the Backcountry Hunting Gear Selection - Hunting Classic - Denver, CO Aug 23, 2009, 4pm - Bass Pro Shops - Camo Selection - Hunting Classic - Denver, CO
TBD - Bible Baptist Church - West Bend, WI
Spring, 09 – Colorado Archery Turkey Hunt – Living the Wildlife TV Filming
Spring, 09 - Bear Hunt - Idaho
April 18, 09 - Healthy Children Healthy Family Coalition, Wild Game Dinner, Wheeling, WV
Mar 14, 09 - Sportsman's Warehouse – Bow Tuning Seminar – Colorado Springs, CO
Mar TBD, 09 – Cabela's Spring Great Outdoor Days – Wheeling, WV
Jan 3, 09 – Numerous Archery Seminars, Wild Game Dinner – Westville, Fl
Aug 16, 2008 - Sportsmen's Outreach - New Mexico
Aug 9-10, 2008- Bass Pro Shops - Fall Hunting Classic - Denver, CO
Jun 27-28, 2008 - 2008 Sportsmen's Outdoor Adventure Expo - Bloomington, IL
May 9, 2008 - Christian Bowhunters of America - Colorado Springs, CO
Nov 25, 1pm - Sportsmans Warehouse - Bow Tuning - Colorado Springs, CO
Oct 7, 11 am - Bass Pro Shops - Mule Deer and Elk Weekend - Backpacking for Elk - Denver, CO
Aug 17 & 19 - Bass Pro Shops - Backpacking for Elk/Mule Deer - Denver, CO Aug 4-5 - Backcountry Hunting Seminar - Woodland Park, CO July 27-29 - Men's Retreat - Mesa, AZ July 13 - Christian Bowhunters of America - Colorado Springs, CO
Fall Hunting Classic at Bass Pro Shops in Denver
During my time at Bass Pro I was able to spend some time with a legend and Bowhunter Hall of Famer Bob Foulkrod. Bob is a man who has a deep passion for passing on the knowledge he's gained while hunting across the world. Other great folks who where in attendance were Brenda Valentine and 4-Time World Elk Calling Champion Dieter Kaboth.
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Being the Gear Guy for ElkHuntingMag.com and doing
research for my book, Backcountry Bowhunting, I’ve been allowed
to test many great products. When you look at the list of the sponsors
I’m blessed with, please understand that I approached them only
after using their products. Of all the manufacturers out there, I’ve
chosen these. That alone should tell you something about these companies.
Not only am I grateful for their support, but for making great products.
Thank you Bear Archery, Trophy Ridge,
God's Country Camo, Gold Tip, Rocket Broadheads, Carter Enterprises
and Winner's Choice Strings..