From Bob Ross:

Johnnie:
I just wanted to say thanks for the most wonderful hunt. We had such a good time. I still can't believe it happened and when people see the horns they can't believe the size. We stopped yesterday north of Jeff City for gas and some guy wanted to know if his little kids could look at the horns. They were guessing what kind of animal it was from. The taxidermist opened the shop and we dropped off the cape. I still have the horns chained in my truck. The one cooler we had took to the butcher shop for hamburger and sausage had 165 pounds of meat in it. We went to lunch in the town and when we came back, the butcher wanted to know if we wanted some of the elk burger for supper. He just had ground it so we have burgers tonight and they were great.

I hope Suzie figured out how much you were worth and gave you some extra money. As far as I am concerned the trip was priceless. I don't think any other hunter could have shot that animal and be happier than I am and liking it more all the time. You have a great operation and I just can't say thanks enough. Think of me as your safari wish person and you made it come true.
Bob"

From William Newton:

Hi Johnnie:
Well I have been slipping a little I should have already sent this message, but better later than never I guess.

I would like to tell you what a great time I had at Eagle Ridge hunting with yourself and Keith. My brother and I carried home with us a lot of memories of a great hunt and a lot of fun especially due to your efforts and Keith's also. We never expected to find such beautiful scenery, great people and a whole lot of trophies. Your help and expertise were greatly appreciate. You and Keith worked very hard at making sure we had a great time and at finding my brothers elk that he shot -- it did not go without notice just how hard you worked for us.

You set the standard by which I will always judge other guides and it is high!! So I will be back to hunt again one day, that's the best thing I can say is, I'll be back.
Thanks again,
William Newton &
Henry Newton "

From Fox Keim:

Johnnie:
I wanted to take the time to thank you for the awesome time Randy Smiley, our G.M. and I had hunting with you. We did not know what to expect on our way down other than that you said we would have a good time. It was a great time from the way we were treated to the excellent food provided, and the best part was that we both bagged our first elk after two intense days of hunting. Randy and I have a whole new respect for Hunting preserves and would recommend a hunt with you to anyone. Your guides are top notch and are willing to accommodate in any way needed. We appreciate everything while we were there and enjoyed starting a friendship with you.
Thanks again for the great time,
Fox Keim
Sr. Operations Mgr.
Cabelas Retail "