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Jack O'Conner · May 11, 2009, 06:04 PM

My family and I recently toured the impressive mansion and grounds of Monticello. This impressive house was home of Thomas Jefferson and is located in foothills of Appalachian Mts of northern Virginia.

Many trophies are displayed in the "entrance parlor". This high domed room has many western animal antlers plus buffalo hides and Indian archery items as well. I was impressed by the elk antlers brought to Thomas Jefferson by Lewis & Clark. They are 6 X 7 antlers with extra-long eye guards. Unfortunatley, photography is not allowed so you'll have to visit this remarkable site for yourself.

Lewis & Clark explored the American West when predators were quite numerous and Indian tribes hunted year round. I doubt that as many animals reached trophy age as they do in 2009. You're allowed to disagree.

Jack

May 11, 2009, 06:04 PM	#1
Jack O'Conner Senior Member Join Date: July 11, 2005 Location: Manatee County, Florida Posts: 1,976	Elk taken by Lewis & Clark My family and I recently toured the impressive mansion and grounds of Monticello. This impressive house was home of Thomas Jefferson and is located in foothills of Appalachian Mts of northern Virginia. Many trophies are displayed in the "entrance parlor". This high domed room has many western animal antlers plus buffalo hides and Indian archery items as well. I was impressed by the elk antlers brought to Thomas Jefferson by Lewis & Clark. They are 6 X 7 antlers with extra-long eye guards. Unfortunatley, photography is not allowed so you'll have to visit this remarkable site for yourself. Lewis & Clark explored the American West when predators were quite numerous and Indian tribes hunted year round. I doubt that as many animals reached trophy age as they do in 2009. You're allowed to disagree. Jack __________________ Fire up the grill! Deer hunting IS NOT catch and release. Last edited by Jack O'Conner; May 11, 2009 at 06:04 PM. Reason: mispelled word