THE DESCENT - Jason Phelps' BIG BULL Elk in Washington State

Join Jason Phelps in THE DESCENT, a rugged elk hunt in Washington State's unforgiving Blue Mountains. Facing harsh weather and steep terrain, Jason and his crew have zero room for error on this once-in-a-lifetime rifle elk hunt.
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[@shoveweesel4280]

I absolutely dream of hunting on the mountain like that everything I am not hunting. The scenery is simply magnificent. To think, most Americans never even see a landscape as beautiful as that. I'm glad I was raised in the wild and taught to respect it. Every time I see videos like yours, it takes me there, and the rest of the world fades out, leaving me and Mother Nature. Thank you for bringing me along in your journey of a lifetime. I look forward to the next one.

[@natanddaveg]

A hunt is more than tagging an animal. It is a journey, an experience against the elements, no matter how troublesome they may be, with good friends that cherish the opportunity to be outside. Making memories is what will most remembered…. Nicely done Jason! U all earned that one.

[@justalan7997]

Agreed, the adventure is 90% of the hunt.

[@stephenjensen93]

Doesn't even need to be with good friends to be a special experience

[@Gavin_McGregor]

Stop being cringe, hunting is about testing your abilities against that of your games. Nothing more, nothing less.

[@johnadams6644]

I love this! There is something so special about hunting Elk. You could have everything going wrong in your life; cancer, loss of a loved one, family struggles, and yet the second your boots hit the ground that all drifts away. For a moment you have a reprieve. Thank you for making these films for us to live vicariously through and escape for a minute.

[@rickjones639]

This will be my 49th year hunting the Blue Mountains. Vowed I will never miss it if I’m alive.

[@chrislindsey3393]

Thats amazing

[@WCFD5045]

Really enjoyed this. It’s tough for a father/husband to make it to the elk woods every year on an average salary. Not to mention the added stress of being gone for an extended time. My brother and I go as far to split a tag when we go to save cost just to get out there as much as possible. These videos really get me pumped up and keep me pushing.

[@zacharybernhardt739]

As an east coast deer hunter, I grew up in the mountains of Virginia. We had just under 100 acres and I never had to go far to shoot a deer. Normally I went back to house and got the tractor to carry my kill home. You people are plum crazy.

[@Cbow406]

Yeah hunting is a lot different to us out here. Put my first bull on my back last weekend. Was happy I had some friends available near by or I would have been packing it out all night

[@kaidgorringe120]

It's like I always tell people...I never said I was sane!

[@1972Konaboy]

What a great film and a beautiful animal. Thanks for the video!!!!

[@dohiii]

Any video with Dirk is a must watch. Great hunt with friends. Never had a snowy hunt, looks cold.

[@dathangarfield379]

This really encompasses what a hunt should be in my opinion. The collaboration amongst friends, hard work, grit, perseverance, and amazing animals in amazing country. Congrats!

[@jreinert1023]

The camaraderie and teamwork is what gets me. I dream of hunts like this and I’ve only been bow hunting whitetails in Pennsylvania. These sorts of videos get me psyched for that one possible day. Love it!

[@jonathanpeyton6546]

That was a great adventure for sure, defiantly a once in a lifetime hunt for most. Congrats to Jason and his team on a successful Elk hunt. Good times.

[@matthewdouglas2332]

Such a beautiful place. Definitely a bucket list hunt for me.

[@kimmi631]

I love the hunt so close to home and an area I’ve been. Enjoy watching Dirk and Jason. Awesome video Leupold!

[@LeupoldOptics]

Thanks for watching!

[@shawnmcbeth909]

Congrats Jason!!!! The area looks so beautiful and also looks like tough and steep area! Glad everyone made it out safe. Again, congrats Jason and thank you for sharing your story with us!

[@Robb4H]

This embodies the spirit of every hunt. Conquering different weather patterns, great friends and companionship and coming home with a nice trophy. I really liked this film! The opening was a great effect and HD quality throughout. Great job Phelps and Leupold!

[@user-hk6jw5kz8x]

That’s what hunting is all about. It’s the journey and the friendships made that make the hunts so memorable. Thanks for sharing the experience!

[@christopht3119]

Thanks for letting us be part of that exhilarating elk hunting video; it was truly an exciting experience!

[@user-hh6ge6pt3m]

As an avid elk hunter that enjoys the journey, the tracking, the chess game between man and elk, the fun with friends and family, and just being in beautiful nature is the whole reason for hunting. This is a great video that brings back all the memories I've had and will continue to have as long as I'm able, thanks!!

[@RokToy17]

It is a memorable experience when you combine friends with changes like this. Incredible job capturing these moments.

[@goldenhanger]

Outstanding video! That's a Washington State dream hunt. Thanks for sharing your dream with us!

[@LeupoldOptics]

Dream hunt indeed! Thanks for watching.

[@jaredlucero4017]

Weather, the greatest equalizer in history. The most seasoned humans adept in their own environment will forever be challenged by Mother Nature and her pleasures. I love hunting after a few challenging days where the weather is rough and your ability to glass is limited. Great adventure, love the film.

[@billreedy4467]

An awesome video showing how important hunting companions are to not only packing out but making a trip memorable.

[@CasualKraut]

There he is! What an adventure! The labour, environment and setbacks one has to go through on such journey truly have the ability to be transformative- congratulations on the harvest!

[@khens0423]

Fantastic film! Hunting has brought new perspectives and values to life. I hope to be able to share those with my Children. Hard work, determination, patience, failure, success, friendship, teamwork.

[@trustnjustin]

The raw beauty of the wild, the struggles of hunt are captured in this film. Great film

[@doyleswearingen6262]

Congratulations Jason! I started elk hunting as a young boy in the Oregon side of that country. You are a blessed man to have friends like that.

[@bigblueltz71]

I miss being able to go hunting, and this video makes me miss it more. Its about the adventure but the memories live on.

[@user-rx7mr3ms5i]

Really enjoyed the film. Great memories and great new friendships! Thanks again

[@MichaelHacker-ev8dc]

Great hunt!!!! Love the country, and when you have to work that hard for them, it just makes it that much sweeter!

[@willieworld86]

Love the video and the message of the friendship that happens with the support team helping you along the way. My best memories of elk hunting is not pulling the trigger, but helping friends packing out. Great video!!

[@Subsilent00]

Great video, outstanding scenery, and nice companionships! Many of us won't or can't make it on hunts like these, yet I did get to go through this video.

[@donaldmoser7732]

Congratulations, on a successful hunt, and thanks for accepting my request into the VIP program. A couple of years ago, I purchased a VX 5 HD from your company and I am extremely happy with the product.

[@chadreynolds5076]

Can’t wait to see more films from this channel!!!

[@brandonstafford8975]

What an experience! Great hunts like that are something to never be forgotten.

[@joechavez7683]

Congratulations on a successful hunt. The harvest was only the cherry on the top. The true success was bringing fellow likeminded hunters outdoorsman together and sharing that success! Awesome!!

[@Brnoutdoors]

And that’s what great friends are for. It’s about the experience for all. Congrats on a successful hunt, many great memories made.

[@darrylecash]

Awesome, I really enjoyed the entire film, especially how the comradery and thought process that went into finding this bull.

[@zachshields79]

That landscape is what makes and breaks a good hunting partner and it’s the determination, perseverance, and overall bond that we all search for in any backcountry hunt. Congrats on the success

[@travis6075]

Always good to have tough friends with the same hobbies. Awesome hunt guys!

[@LeupoldOptics]

Amen.

[@kyezek524]

It's so much more rewarding when you put in all the hard work and effort like this hunt represents.

[@Miso-dm4xw]

Outstanding!!! A hunt to be remembered with absolute fond memories by those guys.

[@thomasvalach8749]

Great to see so many friends old and new to come together in such a fun hunt. Congrats Jason on an awesome hunt!

[@mikelinnell210]

*Goosebumps* This is bucket list stuff! I grew up in Africa and learnt to hunt there but this is something else. Such appreciation for the landscape and the magnificent quarry!

[@mjmullen73]

Hunting is the chase, the work, the passion and respect for nature. Amazing hunt and a great example of fair chase ethical hunting. I use Leupold because it is really the best optics, and that is what connects us to the animal.

[@makingtechsense126]

When I was a boy my family hunted the Coast Range of Oregon; steep hills, lots of rain, and heavy underbrush. What you experienced reminds me of those hunting trips.

[@shaneclark207]

The hunting community is special. Quite a team you had. This video was about so much more then just an elk. Great Job!! 👊🏼 👍🏼🤙🏼

[@Froggy4224]

Man it is so sweet to see people hunting in Washington and especially in the same unit and area I hunt! Can’t wait tell i finally draw my big bull tag for that unit!

[@joshwarren3341]

Always laugh when I see a video of the Blues, living here I am always trying to figure out what unit it is. Then seeing a landmark I recognize and you guys not saying what it is. I extremely respect. Always takes me back to my grandpa and uncles saying, it was off of tell no one ridge. Love your videos and Thank You!

[@nachocarlson]

Really enjoy these videos with the focus on the pursuit and not just the shot. So much fun to watch the process and enjoy the scenery.

[@jasonarmstrong1765]

Always such great entertainment with Jason and Dirk. Thanks for sharing.

[@user-hp1cw2qf6s]

It's nices to see behind the scenes showing how much work goes into a hunt

[@loganmorrison2528]

Awesome stuff. Love the Blues, lots of memories chasing bulls on the Oregon side.

[@thepr3t3nd3r3]

I don't think the non hunter understands the intricacy involved in a hunt. Excellent production showing every facet... Loved it!!

[@luketegels7768]

Well done! Both the hunt and the film. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@tomolson6815]

Great hunt, great group of friends, great place. Scenery is much different than the flatlands of ill.

[@Koppkicks]

The fact that the articles and content provided within are referenced from Leupold Team without anyone individual taking credit over another is what is most impressive to me. Keep creating team!

[@ianturner4219]

Great to see a WA hunt showcased, thanks guys!

[@mikeroszkowski2156]

Beautiful country and a beautiful elk! Be thankful for that and a big group of friends!

[@jamesbarnes7689]

Great hunt and great bull! Tough conditions , but you got it done. Can't put a price on friends who helped you out. Some rugged country there, not sure I could handle that. On a side note Dirk should probably get a raise!

[@louissmithjr6204]

Awesome hunt! That shot was EPIC! Great team of guys that hung in there until the end. That's why we do this! Friendships and commitment!

[@Holdmonkey]

This will definitely be remembered as an elk that was earned...every step of the way!

[@mojoegunner5115]

Congrats! That is such beautiful countryside and is part of what makes a hunt so memorable. Some terrain, weather, and the entire experience is what you think of when you think of when chasing certain trophies, whether it's elk, snowshoe hares, etc. And I don't mean trophies as in a monster sized animal. A trophy to me are the ones you never forget because of the hunt and those around you

[@travismorelli2639]

Always cool seeing local guys pop up on the internet. Good work guys!

[@Durham0629]

What a support team you had! That’s awesome! Congrats on a gorgeous bull that’s what it’s all about!

[@germaincmalas]

Beautiful landscape, great company and support he got. Love the line the guys says “you definitely earn these bulls”

[@michaelstevenscapitalwealt8068]

Phelps and Dirk! Elk slayers. Thanks, Leupold

[@brycekujala8512]

This film does a awesome job of showing the viewer what it means to earn it. It’s put together really well and looks like a fun group to be out there in the elements with. 🇺🇸

[@samuell4452]

Awesome experience. Thank you for taking us along for the ride. Hope to get a chance to do the same someday

[@ScottNicolai]

Thanks for bringing us there. Awesome experience in beautiful country!

[@growler63]

It's been almost ten years since i pretended to chase elk. Miss it something terrible. Thanks for recording and sharing!...

[@markchisholm8628]

Cool to see some local guys involved in this awesome hunt. Also saw a quick shot with my cousin in there!

[@Dragon1165]

Loving the challenge every hunt gives, never knowing what you're facing, every minute can be different

[@SniperC175]

Pretty Mountains! Just you, the Blues and Mother Nature ... harvesting an Elk is gravy!

[@justinengle8952]

Hunted this area of the state countless times, can’t wait to go back each year.

[@user-ud1iz5dy5g]

Love the scenes of the land and hope they enjoy their hunting journey. Thanks for sharing the story!

[@mjgfiredog]

Awesome Hunt Jason! The Blues are incredible country! Tough stuff but having the support group you had must have been awesome and so much fun the share with them. Congrats!

[@dozer5094]

It's always good to see the two of the hunting together.

[@user-iq5tm8me1w]

Hard work and determination paid off! This has me excited for my first Elk Hunt next week!

[@danielh9986]

Great film, awesome scenery. Couldn't of asked for a better bull. Job well done

[@christopherreitz8962]

I am just here for the free entry... Phelps is quite impressive!

[@tannereastlick2721]

Always enjoy watching Jason hunt big bull elk. Nasty spot to have to pack out from.

[@hestons]

One tough hunt! With the weather and terrain what a workout, great friends. Good job!

[@henrydaigle2491]

Having hunted only Colorado this was a great film that kinda made me feel a part of the crew though I ate popcorn and enjoyed a climate controlled room and recliner! Thanks men and camera operators!

[@user-rk1op2cw2e]

Awesome hunt and film. Love seeing big Washington bulls. Blues still producing!

[@ronaldwright1861]

That is definitely some really rough country. Hunt of a lifetime! Excellent video and description of what you are doing and how to make it all work. Great to have that many support people.. Still, tons of work and lots of exercise but sure worth it!

[@DarrenStrubhar]

I’ve hunted similar areas, and my hat is off to you for the dedication it takes to get them out of there

[@ChrisBaird-xi5se]

Good work gents, nice to see folks in WA doing it right, getting it done and living the life! Well done.

[@jonurquhart7195]

The country, tge challenge, the friends you have, new and old, the beauty of the are what make the work worth it!

[@mattkrueger9324]

An elk hunt like this is a dream hunt of mine. Awesome video!

[@ronaldbrown7911]

Really enjoyed the film! I can’t wait for my mule deer hunt in New Mexico. I have three friends that I have hunted with for thirty five years (Mud Brothers), This year I’m the only one with a tag, but we all go for the experience. That’s what I call true friends. Thats why I enjoyed this film, seeing friends helping friends and enjoying the experience.

[@rsfrick1]

Awesome video! That is some insane country! Jason you are the man!!!! Congratulations on a great bull!!

[@peewee3045]

A backcountry Elk hunt is on my bucket list. This is an amazing hunt in an amazing location!

[@jerryfarris1472]

Brought back some great memories. In my younger days we did similar hunts in Northern Idaho. Didn’t have the quality scopes and such, but we were successful. Oh to be young again.

[@daviddemand6856]

Jason and Dirk are the absolute best!

[@edbodnar1]

This looked like such a beautiful place to hunt. It's always great to have friends that can join you in the adventure, especially when you have to pack the animal out.🙂

[@dillondrews2700]

Wow what a memorable moment!! Great job!!

[@richardlarson5733]

Amazing and captures the essence of the hunt and why we hunt! Well done!

[@mikeburnside470]

Incredible country, great team, and new friends to pull off a hunt and memory for a lifetime.

[@TheGwholler]

What a beautiful place to hunt. Don't know if I could stand the cold anymore, but the Blue Mountains seem like a great place to check out.

[@JimmyRoberts-lr2hy]

What an epic bull and great job Jason getting it done in the great state of Washington!!