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Show Page 4 The Gunnison Valley Gazette Thursday, September 11, 2008 Living the Outdoor Lifestyle Ashley’s Antelope Into all the World by CRAIG PAYNE “The Lord truly is sending blessings in abundance. I LOVE THIS MISSION!! It’s an experience that is set apart from all the others to be able to teach and struggle and work with an investigator. Then to see how the spirit of the Lord teaches them and leads them. Then to see them baptized, the happiness is so real that they experience. I truly have a testimony of the importance of going on a mission.” Elder Davis Elder Jared Davis (far right) is serving as a Zone Leader on the island of Kosrae in the South Pacific. Elder Davis is ecstatic about serving the Lord in the Micronesia Guam Mission! He can see the work moving forward and is honored to be a part of it. He is the son of Russell and Leda Stoker. Theall Scouting Newsis sponsored is Sponsored by Into the World by ACE Paints Sporting Goods Whirpool Appliances 528-7513 435 South Main • Gunnison If you have followed my column at all, you no doubt know of my fondness for Pronghorn Antelope hunting. An abundance of animals, moderate terrain, along with beautiful fall weather make for a winning combination. This hunt, like most others started with the drawing of a coveted tag and Ashley did so on her second try. After which, plans were made for our October outing. Lists were made, checked and as opening day drew nearer, rechecked. It always amazes me how much preparation goes into a successful hunting trip. Success can be measured many ways. With some the harvesting of an animal is their only barometer. Others measure success by the size of antler or horn. Still others are very happy simply spending time in the great outdoors, with the harvesting of an animal an added bonus. Ashley is our daughter in law, married to our son Logan and on this hunt was eight months along with their unborn son Grady. Our fourteenth grandchild. Our goal on this outing was to assure mother and son had an enjoyable experience and if the opportunity for an Antelope presents itself, all the better. Typically our days spent at Antelope camp are filled with blue skies and lazy afternoons, where we wane away the day glassing countless animals, in search of that perfect Pronghorn. Pronghorn Antelope are not night owls. They, like me, prefer to sleep during the darkness and spend the day light Courtesy Photo hours making a living. For them, making a living consists of grazing, and in prime Antelope country it is not difficult to locate feeding animals. Simply find some higher ground and break out your binoculars. This outing turned out to be anything but typical, as during our first night at camp a dreadful storm blew across the prairie. Gale force winds tested our resolve as our camp trailer creaked and moaned under the heavy winds. Morning arrived with a heavy blanket of snow and even though we went hunting, we may as well stayed in camp. Across the barren landscape nothing stirred. We ended up back at camp and as usual, I got pummeled at Yahtzee. Day two strengthened our spirits as we found ourselves in familiar surroundings. As quickly as the storm had come, it was now a distant memory. The high desert had swallowed up the snow melt and Antelope were visible in every direction. Seemingly as happy as us to see the white stuff gone. Given a second chance, we wasted little time surveying our sur- 528-5001 Living the Outdoor Lifestyle is Sponsored by: GUNNISON STAKE SINGLE ADULTS roundings and formulating a plan. From our elevated vantage point we looked over a great many Antelope. You could say we were in a target rich environment. The storm had congregated the animals and vast herds of Antelope could be seen in all directions. One particularly large herd was headed for a crossing where previously we had tasted success. Hastily our group tried to intercept the band and as we came into view of our intended ambush, we were met with a huge mass of Antelope. Far too many to count accurately, the herd seemed to move in unison. A seeming ball of fur, legs and horns with no target of opportunity. The wave of Antelope moved past us and into a deep ravine, where finally they dispersed into single file and only then were we able to talk in specifics. Quickly Logan spotted a buck that had broke from the herd and as instructed Ashley dispatched him without much trouble. The shot was just shy of 300 yards and Ashley made it look easier than it was. We whooped and hollered with congratulations all around. A perfect end to a beautiful day. Hwy 89 Northeast of Gunnison Open Monday - Saturday September 11 • 9 am • Gunnison City Park Please bring your own dishes The First Word and Last Name in Log Homes! This will be a breakfast instead of the usual dinner. There will be a special program also. Come out and enjoy a fun morning! Think Satterwhite for Log Homes, Rough Lumber, Timbers, Animal Bedding and Firewood The Management of Gunnison Market look forward to serving you! Prices effective through September 16, 2008 Jeremy: Meat Dept. Lecia: Bakery Jeremy Vincent: Store Manager Marshall: Produce McKenzie: Grocery Manager Part of your Complete Breakfast Washington Juicy Sweet 12-16 oz. Rolls Asst. Jimmy Dean $1.99 Western Family 56 oz. Complete Buttermilk Pancake Mix 2 for $5 10 oz. Enchilada Sauce or 10-12 ct. Taco Shells Asst. Old El Paso 4 for $5 Fresh from the Bakery! Cyrus O’Leary Asst. Cream Pies - $9.99 ea. Fresh English Muffin Bread - $1.99 4 ct. Cinnamon Rolls - $3.49 Dozen Homestyle Dinner Rolls - $2.49 3 lbs. $1 $5.99 lb. 4for$5 Steaks Western Family 2%, 1% or Skim 8.7-12 oz. Reg. or Fruity Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Kix, Trix, or Total Whole Grain Daily’s 16 oz. pkg. Big Buy Bacon Sausage Bone-In Beef Ribeye Cantaloupe Peaches .99c lb. Juicy Sweet Whole Gallon Milk General Mills Cereal 5for$10 Western Family 24.3 oz. Rich’n Buttery or Premium Pancake Syrup $1.99 Western Family 4 oz. Whole or Diced Green Chilies 2for$1 Western Family 12.3 oz. Asst. 2for$5 Frozen Waffles 4for$5 Rosarita 15 oz. Whole Black or Pinto or 16 oz. Asst. Refried Beans .99c Western Family Grade AA Dozen Large Eggs $1.29 Delicatessen Jennie-O Turkey Pastrami - $2.99 lb. Mix or Match 11-16 oz. Reser’s Deli Salads 2 for $5 Our Chef 12 oz. Fresh Made Cheeseballs $5.99 lb. Cafe’ Jose’ Mexi Meals - $4.99 ea. |