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Found 3 yesterday so here's my season total. Based on past years and this one I'm beginning to think my eyes just don't pick up the right side for some reason.

I saw this and thought it sums up the SCOTUS judicial appointment perfectly. I couldn't agree more. Jonah Goldberg: "All the Constitution says is that there has to be a Supreme Court. (Even the existence of lower federal courts is entirely optional). There's nothing holy, never mind constitutionally sacrosanct about the number nine. Congress could decide tomorrow to make the Supreme Court a body of 72 people picked randomly from the phonebook (so long as the president was the one doing the random picking and the Congress approved them). When the president, a former teacher of constitutional law, says, 'the Constitution is pretty clear' about the need for hearings on his pick, he's not telling the truth. He's playing politics. The same goes for all the Republican senators who say the Constitution is clear that they don't have to hold hearings if they don't want to. The issue isn't whether the Constitution is clear. The simple fact is that the Constitution is silent. And where the Constitution is silent, politics is supreme. ... We've invested in the Supreme Court powers never imagined by the framers. And when I say 'we' I mostly mean progressives. The growth of the administrative state and the encroachment of federal law into every nook and cranny of local life has been a century-long project of the left. It should be no surprise that when we bequeath monarchical powers to nine — or eight — lawyers, the battle for succession to one of the nine thrones will be ugly. Indeed, it's surprising it's not uglier."

Pulled cards a couple day ago

I was at the game, had a blast with some other Buffalonians. These first two days of the NCAAs are my favorite in sports

A US citizen? No. (Although requirements for US citizenship have been extremely lax of late.) Someone entering this country from an other country that is known to have views hostile to the US? Yes, absolutely. If an immigrant's 'religion' is fundamentally based on destroying the very concept of this country, that's something we need to keep in mind as they work to gain citizenship. Anyone unwilling to renounce that particular view has no place in our country. We're the greatest nation on this planet, and we need to stay that way.

Row 34 in Boston. Quite the walk but worth it. Bacon cheddar melt , caramelized onions , fried oysters , tugarashi aioli and cole slaw. Good shoe string fries too

Everything went OK at the doctor's so I am treating myself to Breakfast, for dessert of course.

Attempts to control crime do not control crime. When you ask responsible citizens to surrender rights, especially the right of self defense, without proposing any actual crime prevention, you should expect well deserved push back. And that push back comes from any logical thinking people who do not see it as a good bargain. This is the real reason we keep seeing more and more idiotic demands placed on responsible gun owners.

Not much to post for a reply to keep this from getting buried. Really just to keep some informed with a meaningful, subject relevant political post. lol An updated list of legislation that had to due with deer hunting some might find useful. Anyway, do get your friends together to write into or see your representatives. if any of these bills mean anything to you, they are your means to make things happen. Proposed NYS Deer Related Legislation – 2016 March 17, 2016 Below is a brief, updated listing of currently proposed NYS Legislation pertaining to white-tailed deer issues. Bill S4727A Sponsor : Robach Assembly A7171A: Worner Relates to the illegal taking of deer and provides for increased penalties for illegal taking. NYS currently has some of the lowest penalties for illegally taken deer. Proposed penalties are significantly greater and more in line with other jurisdictions. Status: In Codes Committee. 3/17/16 Co-sponsors-Gallivan, Seward, Marchione Bill A7583 Sponsor: Lupardo & Englebright Senate S5135 Relates to extending the authority of DEC to manage white-tail deer and black bear hunting in NYS. This is a periodic reauthorization of deer and bear hunting in NYS. Status: On the floor calendar for vote. Bill A8471 Sponsor: Ortiz Relates to the issuance of Deer Management Permits (DMPs) to Disabled Veterans. Need to provide service related disability and own 50 acres of land. Status: In Committee. 3/17/16 Co-sponsors-Gunther, Colton, Weprin, Hooper Bill A5906 Relates to a periodic preparation of a Deer Management Plan by NYSDEC Comment: The Statewide Deer Management Plan was most recently updated in 2014 and is not due for updating until 2019. May be reintroduced again this session; previous versions have prescribed deer contraception for Long Island Status: Passed both houses last fall. Vetoed by the Governor on Nov 21, 2015. Bill S6665 Sponsor: Akshar Authorizes use of Rifles for Big Game hunting (deer and bear) in in Broome, Chenango, Tioga Counties. Status: In Committee 3/17/16 Bill S3101 Sponsor: Richie Also A1816 by Gunther Relates to landowners who permit recreational access . Amends liability of landowners who allow recreational use of their lands. Provides that landowners owe no duty to keep premises safe for entry. Status: In Committee 3/17/16 Bill A1159 Sponsor: Gunther Relates to the right to hunt, fish and trap in NYS and provides for regulation by DEC. Status: In Committee 3/17/16 No Companion Senate Bill Bill A3742A Sponsor: Gallivan Also S93A Regulates the taking of moose in the same manner of taking deer. Status: Referred to ENCON Committee 1/6/16. Bill S4666 Sponsor: Lavale Also A6777 by Thiele Extends the time period for the taking of deer in Suffolk County from December 31 to March 31. Status: Referred to ENCON Committee 1/6/16 Bill S4368 Sponsor: Bonacic Also A4358 by Palmesano Requires the Commissioner of ENCON to promote hunting, fishing and Outdoor Education in High School and Physical Education Courses. Status: Referred to ENCON Committee 1/6/16. Bill S92 Sponsor: Gallivan Also A5492 by Nojay Eliminates the requirement that hunters wear a back tag during the hunting season. Status: Referred to ENCON Committee 1/6/16. Bill S3025 Sponsor: Larkin Also A773 by Gunther Provides for Lifetime hunting licenses for Honorably Discharged Disabled Veterans. Status: Referred to ENCON Committee 1/6/16

My first Shake shack

And why we're you looking there Paula? Everyone else noticed the fish, not that little grub worm.

People are posting less because because most threads end up just like this one did. In an full on font war. Most people in here are guilty of being opinionated at times, almost all of us are sarcastic smart-asses, and loud ( myself included ( we are New Yorkers ) ). That and most of the threads about hunting are flooded out to the bottom so those that just read the top 5 or what's new threads don't see the hunting threads. I do give you an 'A' for effort on that one though. I am not opposed to dove hunting. I signed a couple petitions for it. At the same time, I really wasn't on a side. I just felt as long as it's not endangered who am I to tell someone they can't hunt doves for food? I guess I was always 'neutral' but, was able to 'see both sides'. As for more surveys or debates about lead VS non-lead, they will end up just like this thread. Most people won't bother as they just want to be left alone to hunt with w/e they want to hunt with, so you end up with the same people spewing the same statements over, and over, and over..........and over......... The one thing you get from threads like this, you really see the people who care about hunting as a whole, and the people who only care about certain areas within the sport. That is the sad part.

sorry, been waiting to use that one and couldn't resist.

Can you show me a quote from one of the Republican candidates that call for this? I saw comments about registering non-citizens but haven't seen the citizen quote.

I'm not hateful, racist, or bigoted (in the way you're using the term). I'm also not misogynistic, xenophobic, homophobic, or paranoid. I'm not religious either, but I do absolutely follow the Golden Rule in the course of day-to-day life. I'm an American and a patriot. I absolutely believe in my country and I believe that we are, in many/most ways, exceptional. My anger stems from the fact that I'm often labeled as all of the above simply because of my patriotism, and the fact that the term "American Patriot" has somehow managed to become a slur and an epithet. My tolerance reached its end when my President started traveling the world to apologize for my country's very existence. I could expand on this if necessary.

Where you been man? The UB ladies are in the playoffs too. HUGE deal at UB with the men and ladies both in the hunt........1st time EVER they're both in and only the second time for the men. Ladies never until now.

They're hanging in there! UB engineering grad here. Rooting hard! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Pasta with homemade sauce and hot Italian sausage, Texas Toast Garlic bread.

Happy Birthday Dan! Hoping it's a great day/evening for you..................wherever you are, DON'T DRINK THE WATER. Beer only! I figured I'd toss in a few pics of the Mighty Midget too.......he's a huntin' and fishin' fool and a good guy too!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCHZbB-M9oE

How incredibly thoughtful of you to assume it was the gun , i believe it was my skill set limitations with such a small gun .

Well I have been wanting a "pocket" gun for several years. Problem was the pistols I loved were not really pocket guns and neither is my full frame 9mm. I really liked the Sig P238 but it was just a hair to big but I loved the way it shot. I have fired a Ruger LCP .380 but I hated it the way it shot. I have been looking at the S&W Body Guard and have been hoping to fire one at some point but I never got the chance. After looking at and holding and reading about the Body Guard I pulled the trigger on it yesterday. I am not expecting it to be a great shooter but if is ever needed, it will be better than having nothing. First, I was just going to get the one without the lazer...then while they were doing the paperwork I was afraid I would regret it and asked if they could change it to the one with the lazer which will probably be useless but I didn't want to regret not having it. Just waiting for my amendment in the mail. Should have it next week.

I only have two. They are pretty old compared to what most of you are probably using. But, they still work great so why stop using them. The bottom set I have had since I was 14, it's 30 years old still my go-to. It's an old Abu Garcia Ambassadeur Pro Plus, on a 7' Zebco Rhino stiff action rod. The top was a gift from my mom when I was 21 so that's 23 years old and still catches fish. It's a Quantom Lite Combo. Reel is a Quantom QL50, on a 5' Quantom Lite medium action rod. I still love using these fishing poles. I don't fish from a boat so they are both great for 'fan' casting from shore. Caught my first Walleye on the Abu Garcia, and my first Northern on the Quantom. I can't count bass and even panfish caught on either. When the Abu Garcia was new I even used for bullhead fishing at night because it had ( it's doesn't glow anymore ) a glow in the dark tip.

Hmm, I'll check the stash but since I NEVER even pulled the trigger on that centerfire or any other centerfire rifle on a deer I have a stinking suspicion I have enough. The lead free choice is never a bad choice........ Shawn.......you've shot them in your .243, correct? If so, what speed did you get and how was accuracy? To all you OTHER lug nuts, any changes for this coming Opening Day? TIA...........

I having a similar salad for dinner , but with two fingers of Jameson Gold .

Belo is right. We should stop discussing the destruction of American culture, by illegals invading our country. Instead let's switch to discussing how progressives like him are destroying it.

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I can dial down my slate pretty quiet. My nephew didn't hear me calling and he was 40 feet away. When you need to call quiet , a slate is best IMO. Glass , I have a problem with. When you think you're calling quiet , cut that volume in half. Them birds can hear pretty spectacular. I'd say volume is key in calling.

It looks like it is about to start spurting eggs in an Alien movie..lol

Im not hateful.. Thats just a B.S. label you put on anyone who disagrees with you. Rather then skip over the political section, like an adult, You have decided to have a little hissy fit and launch your own protest of the political section. Your sad little, hold your breath till you turn blue, protest includes falsely labeling people, because thats all you have. Pathetic

Well brand me "UNFIT", my Grandfather ate meat shot with lead, my Dad ate meat shot with lead, I ate and still do eat meat shot with lead and both of my boys grew up eating meat shot with lead and still do. I would not change one thing and do over everything exactly the same!!!! We have always taken care of our game meat properly, all questionable meat is removed and discarded, none of us were ever sick from lead poisoning nor do I know one single hunter who ate meat shot with lead ever to come down with some sort of lead malady! Al

Good read. Having our first child at 42 it's amazing the stuff that keeps me up at night.

Stoneface IPA and a Trillium Vicinity double IPA. Also picked up these

Wasnt bad but not a great IPA. Was looking for the Rainbow red ale but it was out this time. There's always next week!!

The answer to that I've never missed a NY deer season, and maybe I, moving back? [emoji5][emoji5][emoji857] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Architecture.....class of 88' Watch college games, and have done pretty well on tournament brackets over the years on making a few $$$.

Corned beef & cabbage, with taters and carrots. Crusty rye bread too. …MMMmmmmmm….. And Im Italian...

What does this have to do with hunting in Region 2? It's political.

Took a little walk

cmon now. It served James Bond just fine. Until recently I never knew he only toted a .32. My Tomcat never leaves my pocket.

I put another 50 rounds through my Ruger LC9S this morning. Anyone looking for a new CCW should check them out.

I don't care about any of that. I demand the Senate NEVER confirm any Supreme Court nominee that has ever voted against the Constitution. I don't care what president nominates him, or when.

The reason I asked was because in the early 90's there was a run of stainless PPK's that were full of problems. Failure to feed, failure to eject…..etc… Other than those, the PPK has always been an excellent reliable pistol. I have one (blued) that I bought in 1986. It is the most reliable pistol I have ever owned. Not one single issue after approx. 1500 rounds of all types of ammo.

Doc may be an example of how humans build up a resistance, or even an immunity, to lead if it is consumed in minute quantities over time. Maybe it works like vaccines, where a small amount of a virus will actually keep you from getting the disease. Many people over 50 were exposed to lots of lead in their youth and really haven't shown any verifiable evidence of harm. How do we know Doc is less of a person because of it? How do we know for certain he isn't more of a person because of it? Nobody has ever done any research on that so who knows for certain? Medical science is constantly revising things they were claiming to be absolutely certain of in the past. With all of the things that threaten humans today, from war and terrorism to invasive diseases, a concern about lead ammo is just far down my list of worries.

Great post, Grampy. Says a lot. You "get it".

Haven't tried it yet, how is it? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Oh no. The cone of shame. Get well fast little girl.

When you order a beer in a Jets glass do you get a quarter back? I'll show myself out

Spent just an hour yesterday. Big one first, looked over to my right and there laid the small one. Flash; lighting strikes in the same spot three times..

Heard my first Spring Woodcock this morning in back of the house! Two nights ago nothing, I knew they would be in very soon. Also saw Blue birds and Red winged blackbirds.