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walleyes

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Solo Hunter Lost.
« on: September 08, 2014, 08:20:10 PM »
Some scary stuff here. Let's be extra careful out there people we don't need more of these this year.

Thoughts and prayers to the hunter and his family. I hope for the best.

http://www.calgaryherald.com/news/calgary/Mounties+search+missing+hunter+Country/10185626/story.html?__federated=1
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Weste

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Re: Solo Hunter Lost.
« Reply #1 on: September 09, 2014, 08:39:54 AM »
Remember the pepper spray guys.  even if you have a gun the spray can help if the bear gets on you.  Rifles are just too big for the close quarter encounters (although I want one before he gets me!)

Anybody know the name of the victim?
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BlueNorther

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Re: Solo Hunter Lost.
« Reply #2 on: September 09, 2014, 09:03:53 AM »
The hunters name is Rick Cross. I work with his son on the gun counter at BPS.

My heartfelt sympathies go out to his family.
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Re: Solo Hunter Lost.
« Reply #3 on: September 09, 2014, 12:37:51 PM »
RIP my thoughts go out to the family and friends.   Be safe out there everyone. 
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unclebuck

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Re: Solo Hunter Lost.
« Reply #4 on: September 09, 2014, 01:35:19 PM »
Truly unfortunate!!!  My condolences to the family.  I guess that hunting by oneself has it own peculiar problems.  I HATE BEARS!!!!!  Problems arise.  In this particular case, had he defended himself, it would have given him problems, had he defended himself and known that he was being stalked by a grizz.
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walleyes

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Re: Solo Hunter Lost.
« Reply #5 on: September 09, 2014, 04:42:29 PM »
Pretty tough news.. If there is anything positive out of this tragedy it's that the man went out doing what he loved doing, not that it makes it OK just a bit better guess.

My heart goes out to his family..
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AxeMan

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Re: Solo Hunter Lost.
« Reply #6 on: September 09, 2014, 06:26:43 PM »
Yes, very unfortunate! 
RIP Rick and condolences to his friends and family.
Very sad.
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Sonny

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Re: Solo Hunter Lost.
« Reply #7 on: September 09, 2014, 09:25:43 PM »
Quote from: AxeMan on September 09, 2014, 06:26:43 PM
Yes, very unfortunate! 
RIP Rick and condolences to his friends and family.
Very sad.

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But you know,this is just a reminder of how querky life can be.

One minute you're doing what you love and the next minute it's game over.. :(

Stay safe folks..
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SouthernGuy

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Re: Solo Hunter Lost.
« Reply #8 on: September 11, 2014, 10:14:49 AM »
Very sorry to hear about this, prayers are with his family and friends! I hunt sheep solo myself and these stories always hit right at home.
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walleyes

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Re: Solo Hunter Lost.
« Reply #9 on: September 12, 2014, 07:45:17 PM »
I read an article about Rick in the Sun and he was quite the guy. A man of faith that practiced his faith openly. Giving so much of his time to charity. I am sure he will be missed by his family but I know they will take comfort in the fact he is with his creator..

The Lord wanted him home.. We don't know why but he did.. 
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Sonny

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Re: Solo Hunter Lost.
« Reply #10 on: September 13, 2014, 07:19:11 PM »
Yes he was a good guy....rest in peace Rick..
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