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So we just got back from driving in the SUV, searching for moose, in our spots we know have good success in past years. At 11pm we started to see moose, we got back to the hoise at 1:30am. We saw 5, and 3 were bulls. One we didn’t see horns, but a big pouch between his legs...one was a small like fork horn i guess you would call it, and one was big enough to have blades. The largest with blades was skittish, could get turned around quick enough. On this one particular road we were on, it is extremely desolate. 10-20 miles at a time where there is nothing at all. It is a great area to drive in, but my point to this is, we were driving slow at 25mph in a 55mph zone....see headlights a long ways behind us, probably a quarter mile back, hard to estimate since this is very flat of an area with long straight-a-ways. Well we see a moose on the opposite shoulder, trotting in our direction of travel. As we were seeing this, the headlights behind us are rapidly closing in. I say to Jenn that this guy is flying. So i was looking for a pull off to let him pass, so I decided to just put my blinker on, and pull over...Well he must have been doing 65-70mph, he caught up so fast. Then I see his driver side headlight flash, then the passenger side headlight flash right after! At that point he was not moving....That moose must have ran across in front of him. That moose, and driver were both lucky...then as the truck was passing us, you could tell he was at a good 3/4 throttle, or more...just flying. It’s scary to be honest. I remember one time years back, I was just getting here, on this same road, but miles further out. I was traveling at 35 in a the 55, because I know it is heavily populated moose country. We I had a moose run out diagonally from my passenger side heading in the direction I was traveling. I had a 2000 Civic at the time, years ago, no antilock brakes, so I was dragging the tires, the moose fell in the road, his hooves were caked in mud, and it made him fall. Thank god I missed him completely! I will never forget that. When I see people doing 65-70, or whatever they are going, I cringe. I don’t know if they just feel in a pickup truck, that they are high enough that the moose wont cone into the cab, of what...but still.

Today we did 44 miles on the quad. We saw some great scenery on some trails we had never been on. We got to go over a bridge built for snowmobiles, and in the warm months you can ATV over it, it was pretty cool. At some points you were sharing the big dirt haul roads for the logging semi’s. That is always cool to see them ripping up the dirt roads, with a blinding dust cloud behind them. We did see a moose in the daylight today, which is getting more, and more difficult as the years go on. I believe this is my 18th year visiting this area, and moose were much more frequent. Concluded the daylight hours by picking up lobster rolls with the quad, and sat at the shoreline as the sun set, zoomed back to the house, making a cup of coffee, and are going to go look for moose on the road side.

What a difference a day makes. This was my 5th set of 3...... not my first shots, but after yesterday's debacle, I figured I'd share. Started at about 20 yds and moved back each flight. The first 4 groups were saucer sized, which isn't great, but better than yesterday. Declared victory after set 5. Now onto cigars and beer! Sent from my SM-G970U using Tapatalk

went by the lease on the way into work and across the road and down a bit a HUGE buck out in a field. Could tell at 400+ yards it was a big one. Going to lease tomorrow to wrap up stuff for season and pull cam cards. Hoping hes on one of our cams.

Lobsta Rolls at sunset

I have a whole box full of knives, and many have served me well for field dressing... However, the last few years I have used a Havelon, and my field dressing has never been quicker or easier.....

Other Half ROC Showers... cheers to a long weekend!

I really like this one . Went out on a limb , in trying it, but Deep Purple was my favorite band from my youth , plus I love grape flavored stuff . Very drinkable not,over powering . Just the ticket after hiking the Canyon !

Went on a 3 hr boat cruise, and the boat literally played the Gilligan’s Island theme song, when we were out in the widest point of the lake, which is 18 miles wide, lol. I did learn an interesting fact, a home we see year after year, that is indescribably amazing, as far as the view from that home, etc...was a widow in which survived the Titanic.

I just got an email from the DEC about that. DEC Delivers press release DEC Delivers Press Release - Information to keep you connected and informed from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation Share or view as a web page || Update preferences or unsubscribe DEC Confirms Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease in Putnam and Orange County Deer Disease is Not Transmissible to Humans; New Yorkers Encouraged to Report Sick or Dead Deer to DEC The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today confirmed that several white-tailed deer in the towns of Nelsonville and Cold Spring in Putnam County and near Goshen in Orange County died after contracting Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD). EHD is a viral disease of white-tailed deer that cannot be contracted by humans. EHD virus is carried by biting midges, small bugs often called no-see-ums or 'punkies.' Once infected with EHD, deer usually die within 36 hours. The disease is not spread from deer to deer or from deer to humans. DEC wildlife biologists collected half a dozen deer carcasses in Putnam County and submitted the carcasses to the Wildlife Health Unit for necropsy. Tissue samples were sent to the Animal Health Diagnostic Center at Cornell University where the preliminary diagnosis of EHD was confirmed. DEC also sent samples from four deer from Orange County where the preliminary diagnosis of EHD was confirmed. The EHD virus was first confirmed in New York in 2007 in Albany, Rensselaer, and Niagara counties, and in Rockland County in 2011. EHD outbreaks are most common in the late summer and early fall when midges are abundant. EHD symptoms include fever, hemorrhage in muscle or organs, swelling of the head, neck, tongue, and lips. A deer infected with EHD may appear lame or dehydrated. Frequently, infected deer will seek out water sources and many succumb near a water source. There is no treatment for nor means to prevent EHD. The dead deer do not serve as a source of infection for other animals. EHD outbreaks do not have a significant long-term impact on deer populations. EHD is endemic in the southern states where there are annual outbreaks, so some southern deer have developed immunity. Generally, in the northeast, EHD outbreaks occur sporadically and deer in New York have no immunity to this virus. Consequently, most EHD-infected deer in New York are expected to die. In the north, the first hard frost kills the midges that transmit the disease, ending the EHD outbreak. Hunters should not handle or eat any deer that appears sick or acts strangely. DEC will continue to monitor the situation. Sightings of sick or dying deer should be reported to the nearest DEC Regional Office or to an Environmental Conservation Police Officer. In addition, the Department of Agriculture and Markets has alerted deer farmers and veterinarians throughout the state to be aware of the disease and to report suspicious cases. For more information on EHD and helpful related links, visit the DEC website. https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/press.html The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation respects your right to privacy and welcomes your feedback | Update preferences or unsubscribe | Learn more about DEC Delivers. Connect with DEC: Facebook Twitter YouTube Bookmark and Share 2020 Census: New York counts on you Basil Seggos, Commissioner This email was sent to GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation · 625 Broadway · Albany, NY 12233 · (518) 402-8013

That’s not even how you spell Putnam County Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

Day one of camping is in the books with a nice fire. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Maybe the clerk was just tired of your lame come-ons so you've been put on the no serve list? There's only so many times a woman wants to hear "I'm having problems with my pop-up, can you help me out?".

Another Hudson Valley after a very long day #ThankYouForLessOverzealousModding #WeDemandUnlimitedLikes #WeDemandADislikeButton

Buck 113

My well traveled Buck 110 has seen alot of gutting! But honestly, it isnt the most hand friendly knife, but holds an edge forever. No pics, but my Grohman #1 ( I have four of them) actually is my favorite deer hunting knife. Great ergonomics, holds a fantastic edge, very reasonably priced. The Old Henry Sharp finger is another great knife...goofy looking but it fits the hand great, holds a good edge and isnt bulky. All my knives have a lanyard (essential) so it can dangle as I reposition/etc. so I dont have to set it down.

Been using the Havalon for the last few years ,ill never use anything but an interchangeable blade for field dressing after using it.

Another 55 mile ride today! What a blast, trails are in awesome shape due to the lack of rain.

i enjoyed my ATN last year when it worked. A deal came up for this Pulsar digex and i jumped on it. Will be mounting it on my .204 ruger and hopefully i can pile some fur up with it this year. Cant wait for october.

Nice group ! I just cracked a beer and was thinking of lighting a cigar ..... I always stop shooting on a high note as well !

First three today , 18 - 25 ish yards .

First one at 40yds, I’ll take it Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

First shot 25yds at Glendel. Slight quarter away Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

I use rope I got when I worked for the FD, and we got new bailout systems , we could keep our old ones, and many gave me theirs . If your “nylon “ rope is static kermantle climbing rope sure , if it’s slippery plastic feeling stuff form Lowe’s , Hell no that can be to slippery for the Prusik or any self tensioning hitch to grab . Also the line you make into a closed loop, then tie into a Prusik needs to be of a smaller diameter ,then the safety line .

1st shot, 25yds. Little high. I'm too amped up. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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This should work https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/121297.html You guys should sign up for the DEC emails they really don’t send that many and most of them are interesting. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

The one thing that Trump has to prove he's the sharper of the two candidates is the, the, the, you know the thing.

Lunch. Double decker venison cubesteak sammich dusted with cow massage rub and cojita cheese and devils hot tater salad. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

What a nice set up!!! (well except that Savage has the bolt on the wrong side).......hehehe. The fur is going to fly! I'll keep coming back to this thread for updates!

The name "Ebola virus" is derived from the Ebola River. "Zika virus" was named after the Zika Forest in Uganda. "Lyme disease" was named after Lyme Connecticut. The early consensus of the origin of this current pandemic was from a wet market in, wait for it - China. Before the lefty loons (and I am NOT disparaging Democrats, just the far left loons) lost their minds to Trump derangement syndrome, it was common place to name a virus after either it's origin or place of discovery. Now it's racist to say such a thing. I personally think Trump has the personality of a brick, but your assertion is laughable.

Thanks very much! Definitely getting excited!

Can’t shoot them from the couch. If you get bored walk. If you get tired sit. Carry extra shells because you never know what might happen. PB&J tastes awful good in the woods.

27" Victory VForce V1 .001 ( elite enforcers) 50 grain insert, 100 grain 4 blade magnus black hornet serrazor, Nocturnal. About 425 grains total. Year 3 with these, they hold up well, my number 1 arrow has been through 4 deer, number 2 arrow 2 deer. I bought 3 dozen when they were $70 a doz.

Beman hunter pro 340 27.5”. With a good old muzzy 3 blade - total weigh of 385 grains.

This was a gift from my best . Sharpens easy holds a decent edge. Field dressed a couple dozen

I know I wrote max hunter vanes but I put blazers on the last arrows I built.

Fellas if you're spending more than 20 minutes a week on a lineup get some help lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

Didn't realize that I had one of these left. Very tasty.

Followed by the Ballz off tool ?

I just cut and made up a new dozen myself, old school stuff, Easton XX75 Aluminum 2016s topped with with the old Bear Super Razorheads and slung from a Bear Super Kodiak recurve I have had since the late 1960s. Al

Yes, the NRA opposed universal background checks last year. The bill in the House of Representatives as originally written would have required your neighbor pass a background check before you they could handle any of your firearms for any reason. Even if you were in the privacy of your own home and you were just showing off your brand new gun. Just because many people support universal background checks, doesn't mean they support every stupid law our legislators come up with!

All sighted in. Definitely liking this scope alot. Couldnt really shoot past 100 yards because the scope is black and white day or night. So trying to see my gong target at 300 yards was impossible. May do a night shoot this Saturday with my yote huntin buddies, hope to have some pics then. O i was bored yesterdsy so the savage got a new color scheme.