Hunting Alone for 12 Days | Backpack Archery Elk Hunt (Part 1/2)

[@isaiahstanley1148]

Dude this makes me want to start hunting the fact that you are alone out there with just you and the lord waiting to harvest that bull just seams cool. Thank you samong for showing us your world

[@hmoob-dab-tsi7572]

Who knows he’s probably not alone. Probably have a bunch of friends behind the camera. Hmoob ppl hardly hunt alone, especially for 12 days

[@klamerjeremy]

It will change your life for the better. Peaceful time to reflect, think, relax and enjoy Gods creations

[@rooknado]

@@klamerjeremyI need to try this in NC

[@iraallenthecrazymountainpe2023]

Slow Clap. A sign of a true sportsman. Taking into consideration the survival of the calves and letting them and their Mother live.Thank you for your hard work and willingness to share. Blessings from another hunter.

[@tomly226]

Bro, the sound from the lion kill was frightening! I’m not too easily scared in the woods, but that would of sent chills down my spine. Again, great content! Awesome videos! Keep them coming!

[@rickomatic2012]

Sasquatch! 😮

[@paultharp4626]

Handguns are your friend 🫡

[@thistledewoutdoors3331]

Ive had bears fight in my backyard that sounded similar to that.... But also at the same time it sounded like a deer being attacked.

[@Notjoemamma1786]

That was crazy sounding stuff for sure! Some of the best I have heard.

[@everett123hawj2]

I would have gathered my stuff and headed back to camp once that sounds howling...

[@ReignForesthome]

That cougar sound would be really scary!! Your a brave soul.

[@bowandbeyond]

The way document your hunts is really helpful and inspiring. It’s honest and not pretentious.

[@carlosfigueroa847]

Been following you for 4 or 5 years now, and I can't believe how you're not way more popular. You've got a compelling way of telling stories man, makes me really excited just hearing you speak to your audience. I really hope more people interact with your stuff 🤙

[@TC_DOES_LIFE]

As a fellow archery hunter myself here in Colorado, nothing beats backcountry solo hunting! Absolutely love it! Great content too!

[@ltdc426]

Yup, been doing it for decades. But now at mid 60’s and some heart issues my wife doesn’t like it anymore. She’s lived with it for 46 years so I guess I owe her that but if relief. It’s killing me though to pass it up,

[@japaoxiong2247]

You’re a very dedicated and a hard core hunter for sure 💯.

[@gb3450]

There ya are!!! Missed you!!!!

[@quakslikeaduck]

This is so well made. The stillness has tangible tension in every moment you included of staring into the eyes of the elk... Perfection. Glad I found your channel.

[@operator1018]

The only thing better, than a solo hunt, out in the backcountry, is a hunt with my two sons. You’re a true sportsman my friend. Passing on that cow.

[@milbourne4666]

The quality of this is ridiculous. So much respect for the planning and execution it took for the hunt itself as well as the thoughtful videography and narration. PNW hunting is arduous and taxing, and this guy made it about 1000x harder haha. Excellent job, Samong. It may be coming in pt 2, but as someone who frequently hunts solo, I would love to see more discussion on how you keep yourself safe and plan for emergencies. Thank you!

[@owenimhoff5854]

The experiences you have and everything you get to do and teach us from what youve been through is actually astonishing. I always watch your videos and pick up so much more knowledge every time i come back to em. I hope to see you pull something out in the next couple of weeks !!

[@dsalyer2009]

Well done young man! It is a pleasure watching your video way to keep it simple and to the point without a lot of music and hype.

[@andyprice4696]

Respect for busting your hump and putting lots of hours in. Really enjoyed this and it shows what a grind hunting can be. True hunters love that grind. Makes a harvest even more special when hard work pays off. Also, even more respect that you let that mother live so she could ensure the survival of her calves. That’s conservation.

[@jessenewman1624]

Literally clicked play 14 seconds after you posted this. I FEEL LIKE IM THERE WITH YOU. BRING HOME A RACK. SENDING ALL THE GOOD ENERGY. You literally make the best hunting videos of everyone I've seen.

[@SamongOutdoors]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you!

[@ryanscott1316]

You literally ruined the video.

[@Maer-si]

@@SamongOutdoors Nothing to add, you're literally the best yt hunter. You're already a legend.

[@msavage138]

I was literally lying latterally watching this after climbing a ladder all day.

[@baitball4665]

​@@msavage138world's longest ladder? Or the world's slowest climber? Jk

[@paparomesoutdoors711]

Great video man and those noises I thought a damn big foot was gonna get ya!!! Awesome job excited to watch the rest. Such well done footage also it’s inspiring

[@KimchiJerry]

I hate the sound a deer makes when being attacked by a puma or bear. It’s literally the scariest and spine chilling sound you can ever hear especially out alone in the woods. But great video and even though you’re probably dying inside of desperation, you’re demonstrating what it takes to be a hunter. Mad respect 🫡. For the first time I’m trying out bow hunting next year so I’m preparing myself watching videos as well. Keep them coming 👍

[@ninjanik2095]

Is that what that was at about 11:00 ish? And he's out there alone, adds another dimension of scary

[@KimchiJerry]

@@ninjanik2095 yeah those are some of the most frightening sounds ever and even if you know what makes it, it still scares you to your core. But it’s nature 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@etv9883]

Sounds more like bobcats when they're angry or mating

[@etv9883]

​@@ninjanik2095 bobcats not a dying deer

[@pareujzvardajo]

As a fellow archery hunter myself here in Colorado, nothing beats backcountry solo hunting! Absolutely love it! Great content too!@@etv9883

[@24barron]

This video was phenomonally done man. Your usage of trail cams is super inspiring, and your bringing in so much camera gear makes me wanna step up my game. Great work!

[@pkweisel]

Great trip so far. I love solo hunting. The mental game is definitely elevated. Anxious for part 2.

[@vlacarde1]

i did a solo colorado elk hunt and the thought of knowing that the mountains lions probably looked at me and i never even saw them still gives me goose bumps

[@tysonhartle2439]

That grunting and screaming at 10:20.... I have a very good friend who was solo elk hunting the Selkirk up past Redtop Mt, way back in the hills. He had not seen a person or vehicle in a couple for days. He was parked above a steep, thick ravine much like the one you are hunting here and at dusk, making something to eat and said that he heard some guttural screams, moans and what sounded like two or 3 "creatures" having some sort of dialogue in the draw below him. It was pitch black and the screams and shouts kept getting closer to him. He tried shouting back, throwing some rocks down the hill but he said they just kept making noise and coming closer. He started to hear branches break, he said what sounded like big branches/small logs being smashed against trees. It scared him to the point that he locked himself in his van with his .454 Casull in his lap. They moved past his van and up the draw further until he could not hear them anymore. He is not one to lie or make things up, one of the most standup, honest people I have ever known. It shook him up good. Mabey the Selkirk is the key to finding Sasquatch?

[@jacs196405]

That’s exactly what I think was happening here!

[@ramrod175]

probably a couple of Sasquatch's Trying to scare you outta the area.!

[@wlpxx7]

@@ramrod175 yeah.... sasquatch....

[@ethanppsh]

ive heard that you can hear animal sounding sounds but they are off. the closer you hear it the farther away they are. further away the closer "they" are idk

[@jesusmendoza4810]

You have nothing to fear Samong god is watching over you and protecting you on your journey. Proud that you did what’s best for the claves and not for you! I’m a Wa resident aswell and our elk herds need all the help We can give them. Who knows maybe one of those caves is a bull that someday a young hunter has an experience hunting that will stay with him for life

[@rzn2258]

I doubt God will come down and rescue him from any danger. But his Bow will.

[@elderyoung416]

I'm jealous! Awesome hunt and fine video skills, well done! Grandpa taught me that "huntin' aint about killin'"....you are a perfect example of a sportsman. How did you sleep knowing that cat was there? Gave me chills, thank you! And when you do finally get him think of all the satisfaction you will get from all the effort.

[@cuervosail2]

Fantastic video. Without a doubt one of the best self-videod hunts I've seen. Great camera work, great editing. I was happy to listen to nothing but silence while you were sitting in the bush. Much more enjoyed that than the music a lot of guys add to their videos. I was on the edge of my seat waiting for a bull to appear with that cow. Good on you - for the reasons you stated - for not killing her.

[@thehmong]

Your attitude towards conservation is much needed. Thumbs 👍!!

[@HuntFishJits]

Sitting vs stalking. I can't help but wonder if you should have mixed it up a little bit more and hunted out from the wallow in bigger and bigger circles. I'm doing my first second season elk hunt next week, and I'm so pumped.

[@yaboicrabmeat7356]

I know how much work you put in for this, especially with the cameras. Good job sticking it out brother!

[@tonglee3137]

Love you’re way of thinking Sam!! Can’t wait for part 2!!! We’ll be waiting!

[@ModernResilience]

Damn dude, the anticipation was killing me! I love how you edited this. Felt so raw. I'm glad you kept alot of this in when I'm sure it may have been tempting to cut more. For whatever it's worth, I'm an video editor for my career. Looking forward to part 2!

[@ChefBased888]

I've been watching your channel for a few years now, my favorite hunting content by far.

[@jayredstone107]

A few years now? Lol you know this guy personally?

[@ChefBased888]

@@jayredstone107 why would I need to know him personally to be a fan for a few years? You make no sense chief

[@elfpballer6]

This is actually insane. Made respect

[@l-doggyang9551]

Amazing and inspiring video Samong!!! Hope that trophy bull comes home with you!!

[@geryaj9853]

Have you try using a thermacell? To get rid of the mosquitoes. It's very helpful. Try it out

[@conzo2166]

Good ethical thoughtful hunting! Good on you brother. Best of luck!

[@youraveragefishkeeper]

I cannot wait for part two. I know something real good is about to take place.

[@perrymerkes7693]

Great share, I love watching guys doing real hunting. Not the farming channels. Super dedication to the sport, animals, photography and clean experience. Now get him !

[@larryrohatsch4892]

Amazing dedication and discipline my friend can't thank you enough for sharing.

[@xocott7653]

One of thee best video I'll ever seen so far!! Great job!! Waiting for part 2!!

[@duanesmith8427]

One of the best videos I’ve ever seen. Well done !!!

[@noblebloomer9215]

Awesome video! Hats off to you for sitting patience over that wallow I don't think I could do it. Keep up the hard work and that was another great video like always

[@351blazer]

I would think the light reflecting off of the GoPro on your head would get the Elks attention, what do you think?

[@DP_88.]

Great video so far, I’m on day 4 and subscribed. Just wondering, why don’t you carry a side arm? Knowing there are mountain lions around lol

[@calineman]

Solo hunting elk is definatly something not everyone can do. Hats off to anybody who attempts it. The mental game is probably the one thing that is the hardest to prepare for. Then if successful solo packing an elk is a tough chore.

[@bunk95]

Is it disabled elk tho?

[@Eric-gi9kg]

I admit it took me awhile to open this.. Wasn't sure if I was ready. When that cow revealed herself.. I knew. This is a great hunt so far. Hoping it turns epic... waiting for part 2

[@jmeslo]

I’ve not hunted out of state or been able to hunt elk. Both hopefully soon. Your video popped up and I really enjoyed it. Very well done and I am soooo hoping part two finds success for ya!

[@M.H357]

Thanks for sharing and for sparing that cow and its babies, that speaks volumes about your ethics. looking forward to Part 2

[@bradenjones8025]

Part 2 please. Awesome videos, gives some of us great advice and inspiration. Thanks Samong

[@TripleF_327]

Outstanding video. I admire how deliberate and purpose driven when you hunt . But when that cougar went off making some seriously insane vocals, you took that like a champ. In dark timber with a bow, and an apex predator sounding like it's about to go full on crazy. And I saw you down load your gear and didn't see a pistol, I told my wife he was going to get face to face with something. A lot of men would have packed up and called it over. But you are motoring on and staying focused getting Boomer, well done.

[@orc_gunslinger]

Already learned a new hiking tip in the first 5 minutes. I like how you packed each day of food in a separate bag. Then you can just take one of those in a day pack without having to think about rationing. And you have the left over bag for garbage or whatever else you need it for.

[@wayneroberts7852]

Awesome job man! Thanks for the video, you elk game gets better every year!

[@ryandavis4457]

Dude makes solid content. Well done

[@DRMREM1]

Have you tried treating your clothes with sawyer permethrin? It’ll help with the mosquitoes.

[@RangerBV]

Can you share your gear list? I'm interested in the pack you are running. The fact that it folds open completely and you can place the meat bag in it without having to either stuff it in from the top or jam it in from the side seems pretty efficient, especially for an elk quarter. It doesn't look like the Stone Glacier sky talus 6900 pack you showed in your 2022 gear list video.

[@brandonkim8892]

Hell yea samong, didnt notice till the end u had no sidearm, u a strait G bein out there solo like that god dam it

[@seedsandfishhooks]

I like the way you're organized. That's how I pack too. Great video.

[@ItzLuckkyy04]

that deer sound was actually terrifying to hear when you're alone out there.

[@FrissYT]

Imagine hearing those mtn lion noises at night in the dark. HECK NO. the fact you stayed so calm lol

[@kaosaechao4049]

I really enjoyed watching your video intensely. A very good footage. I also like the music played as well. So cool man. Thanks

[@BobBob-gu4mi]

I lost it when you pulled out 6 summer sausages haha you went threw all that food and then the summer sausage was like an after thought

[@SamongOutdoors]

It's the cheapest meat I could find haha

[@coledean1377]

Sweet hunt so far, that deer was CRAZY sounding, can’t wait for the second part, hope you were able to tag a good one.

[@mbm460ns5]

Sounded like the Tasmanian devil

[@michaelsiengo1]

I did this 20 years ago for seven days by myself using a recurve, and I found myself on day four completely in touch with all the animals going to bed at exactly dark getting up with the first bird, chirp, laying down and going to sleep next to watering holes… my senses all became better, and I didn’t even speak to a human for seven days. When is the last time anybody can say that unless they are in solitary confinement

[@lynettesava7831]

Could you make a vid, of what's in your meal packs?

[@steve-0493]

As a NON HUNTER,i can still appreciate just the humble sportsmanship and just how u handle urself!!U got some big kleenkers on ya!!😂🤣✌️🍻🤘

[@sectorseven07]

Nice exo mountain pack. I have the K3 4800 and it's fantastic. Have been wondering if the K4 is a major upgrade.

[@mervinhershberger7284]

That lion kill sounded pretty wicked ! Great hunt so far !

[@johnnyyukon7887]

You have a new subscriber. Excellent content dude! The screeching noise was probably the cat. Where I grew up we had cougars everywhere. They can make noises that can make your hair stand straight up. And watch your back, cougars hunt their prey from behind. Ask me, I know. Excellent video!

[@joewyo]

I love the enthusiasm. Keep hittin it hard you'll go far.

[@jmmorris6364]

It is wild out there! The sounds of the forest are so foreign to us - thank God for the opportunities to learn about and enjoy His creation. Thanks for bringing us along on your adventure! Your patience helps me understand that many hours may seem unproductive, but to stick with it anyways. Godspeed!

[@harleyultra1500]

Some padding on the arrow rest will help immensely!!! Great video and thanks for sharing!

[@Dr10Jeeps]

I always enjoy watching a true bowhunter! Thank you.

[@aceoswell9849]

Wow, awesome video. really enjoyed it. looking forward to part 2

[@goaskmymom1350]

You have a well thought out organized setup, good job! Just two questions. Would you be able to pack all the meat out and do you carry a gun just in case? Safe huntings!

[@benzun9600]

Great Job I love hunting alone. Though its a beast to try to bring the elk back.

[@GermanGearGuide]

Hey, great video. Iam on min 16 now. Awesome. Any reason for using the Zoleo instead of a garmin device? Keep up the good work. Best from germany. Julius

[@SamongOutdoors]

Thanks, Julius! I just prefer the app interface of Zoleo over the Garmin. Both have been reliable!

[@CaneisAble34]

Big fan already! Amazing footage and exposition. Pro tip for reducing the sound of your draw, is to add a piece of moleskin to the U of your dropaway rest. Then when you draw or let it down the arrow won't make a sound at all.

[@itsjussjerry]

Can’t wait for part 2!!

[@cashhaughton5651]

Another awesome video man! Your target bull is a monster!! Can’t wait for part 2!

[@michaelpcooksey5096]

Would be interesting to find out who moved your cameras etc. Would take a REALLY camo'd one to watch the others. Hollowed out log etc? Be interesting to try.

[@mosin9105]

12 days solo = stud! Enjoyed the two part series.

[@westwong]

Have you ever tried picaridin lotion? That stuff works so good for me for bug repellent. Night and day difference.

[@Colbyroberts6733]

That was Samsquanch you heard

[@snakeriverscotto]

Squishsquatch over on the wet side of the state

[@leoraenote900]

Thank you! Stay safe! Waiting for part 2!

[@charles7878]

halfway through, so far i love it, very informative. Glad you brought us with!

[@randyray3781]

Dude, I was waiting for you to pull a bike out of that pack. That is some serious packing skills! And that cat noise? I just knew Sasquatch was fixin to walk up the hill, LOL.

[@bigviper64]

Very good video, you really planned this out well. Cameras and other battery operated equip. Seem to always fail when you need them most. Truly love your video, wish there were more like this one.

[@laujjohnny7401]

So intense bro! Can't wait for part 2!

[@kylef1777]

Very happy to have stumbled on this video and your channel! Love the video man!

[@davidashcraft8259]

Outstanding effort, story and video!

[@ondaholo1568]

Been watching some of your vids from last year…if my wife asks, you did in fact convince me to buy a 17HMR…lol. This is awesome, looking forward to the rest of your hunting season. I think our boy found BIGFOOT!!

[@royhoglund1322]

What a cool video and start to an awesome adventure! Thanks for taking us along!

[@anthonymoore5897]

love watching all of your videos. Keep them coming.

[@victoryang3220]

Glad that I coincidently came across your channel, and you impressed me by your motive to catch your dream elk. Wish you best of luck 👍

[@peterschryver]

Samong, your definitely on a serious mission! That pack weighs almost as much as you do😅. Great video, had me on the edge of my seat a couple times! That animal vocalization sounded lower that I would expect for a deer. I wonder if a stray elk calf got attacked? Anyway what an awesome hunt your on, and thanks so much for taking your dedicated followers along for the adventure. 😊

[@PizzaBoy509]

There's a squatch in those woods!!!

[@brettbehm3486]

Loving this adventure you’re on! That sound would have been freaky! My brain probably would have been “Sasquatch!!” Lol I’d invest in a Thermacell if I was you. Have used them bear hunting with great success.

[@kylehertzog]

I love it man, great video as always. That cougar kill was amazing, I would want to go down and look around for it so bad but be torn between blowing my spot out! Hope you get em!

[@patrickmoore1727]

Nice. Your details are fun, and how you are humbled by the environment is what happens to me. I hope you get him.

[@daryljohnson3626]

This video is rad, super professional vibe to it you’re a great videographer!

[@mx45774]

Cannot wait what’s in store for us! Either way keep it coming no matter what.

[@MyHuntingJournal]

If you ever make it to Montana let me know, I would love to hit the woods with you