Glad everyone likes the story. I enjoy posting it as it allows me to relive the trip. Wish I had a trip worthy of doing this every year.
I used my Tikka T3 with a Nikon Monarch 3-12. No BDC reticle for me, I think most people don't really know how to use them and I do not like my view cluttered. Used Federal Premium 150 grain Nosler Partitions in the classic sheep caliber .270 Win.