First-light

Now I have only bow hunted out east a few times many years ago. We gun hunted last year and took deer in January. Most bucks have dropped their horns by then. Because what I'm seeing out on the road and on another website I think this just might be the time to start bow hunting again on Long Island. In the last few weeks I have seen road kill deer in places you would not think they live. One huge buck was hit the other night right down the road from me, never thought I would see that. It seems many bowhunter are playing a game "who can pass on the biggest buck" this year. Some really nice deer getting a pass this year with the hopes of finding something bigger. I have seen trail cam picts of really really big deer so these guys know they are out there. You just might find me in a tree out east next year or better yet this year after all the reports I'm seeing!!

Giving it one more shot this Friday. My place was plowed under mid bow season and it changed the travel routes. Will suffer this year to have corn in the next three. Saw some big ones and should of taken of them. Shot wasn't good and didn't hit any vitals. Saw a lot of small bucks and doe so I hope to connect for gun.

Nice deer!

We have rights all around us. The rule is to call and if you don't get an answer right away start tracking. Usually it's a courtesy call to let the other landowner (hunters) know you are coming through. I agree with the waiting for permission thing, that way no hard feelings. Every situation is different.

Reminds me of my Father in-laws camp at Indian lake. Congrats!!

The ultimate sacrifice, thank you!

Roast was awesome. I know why I love this meat so much!

Put a roast in about 2 hrs ago. Will share it with my two girls and Sam Adams tonight. Will give the bow one last try Friday then the lead coms out!!

That is one sweet deer. Congrats to him!!

Sorry about the break in Zem. I just don't get it. Do what Fletch said and catch the guys! Good luck

One other thing to keep in mind while tracking is where is the deer going and what is it doing? I hit one low last year in the brisket area. He bolted then settled down and sort of was on a regular routine walk. Visited a scrape went up and down a hill. All times leaving enough blood to track. It finally stopped when he reached the bedding area. Never found him but never gave up until blood ran out.

Awesome buck, you deserve it!!!!

That's no lie........

Get the book out!!! Great idea on the other thread Treeguy.

Had tenderloin that was 1 day old this year, it was the best!

I've been saying to myself lately that some of the new stuff is just too much like Pop and Rap music. Hats off to the old timers!

That is a lot of meat on those blades. Possibly hit some bone got stuck in there and just tore up the muscle and fat when she moved. That is some story. Good luck the next time she crosses your path!

Thinking about opening morning, in your favorite spot, where that big boy may be walking and you pull off a great shot and drop a monster! 1 more week of this insanity!!!!!!!

Top and bottom bow kills. Top one is a PY buck.

My neighbor has a trailer and 10 acres. It is bordered (0n 3 sides) by my property and two other big parcels. He shoots a deer every year. It is just the right fit and is a major travel area for the deer. He only gun hunts, 2 people at a time.

Nice deer!!

I think they know something that you don't know........

I never get bored in the stand. I wish I could spend more time out there. I got a glimpse of a real nice deer last weekend for only a second or two. Would of missed him doing something else. Just love being on stand and "reading the woods"!

DEC on Long Island checks every deer coming in. Mostly for age but will weigh it if you want.

Same here I'm in 8P and the yotes are out of control.