The thought of skipping even one hunting season is beyond my rather limited comprehension.
I've been way too close to death, precisely twice......one of my own making and another beyond my control.
Perhaps the third time will be the charm.
Definitely no second-place trophies.
You fight and win.......or you lose.
Don't get arrogant, though. You may win the battle, remember who wins the war.
Hunt elk to your last year. Side-by-side, if needed.
Apply for left-over, WY hunt-area 7 cow elk.
Saddlesore,
Sorry for your losses. Seems like those grief things crop up more during hunting season and holidays.
I thought I was done for in 2020 with cancer treatments and didn’t hunt then, but here I am! Not as good as I once was, and not even as good once as I ever was. 😎
Good luck hunting!