grampy

We've had four struck by lightning in broad daylight this summer. One after killing a chicken. Usually only have one or two a summer meet that fate. And they are sounding off almost every night too. Along with more than normal cam pic's as well. The deer numbers have been up over the last couple of years, so perhaps that coincides with the increased coyote numbers?

What an awesome project!! Holy smokes, how cool would it be to take a deer with dads "old bow"! What size limbs are you putting on, what poundage and draw length will it be? The riser looks beautiful! I'm hoping to get back in to traditional archery again, perhaps over the winter. This looks really cool! moog5050 has been a great source of info for me as well, when it comes to the trad archery stuff. He's given me ideas that may work with my old shoulders. Great guy that moog!

It looks in good shape. Any chance the doe is coming at night to nurse?

All hype. Heard a comment, "lets all watch the eclipse and get back to nature". Spoken from someone who probably has never spent a whole day in the woods! I just shake my head and go back to work.

Congratulations man, nice gator! Way to go!

Speaking only for myself, NYC has nothing that appeals to me more, than sitting in my own woods on Thanksgiving morning, hoping a deer comes by. And thinking of all the wonderful smells that will greet me when I get home. Sharing the warmth of a fire with family, before and after the wonderful dinner. Though I have enjoyed watching the parade on TV a time or two, when I was tagged out by then! I've been to NYC many, many times for many different things. But was always more than happy to leave the hustle and bustle, to head home to my quiet rural home. I just know, I would wither and die if I lived in ANY city.

We were back out this morning, brushing in ground blinds. These two have been very productive over the years. Both are in the hemlocks with natural funnels bringing deer through the area. The last pic is a box blind overlooking a field we let grow over. The field borders a very thick swamp. A great gun spot. Being out, doing stuff like this with my grandson, passing the torch to young capable hands, is almost as much fun as hunting !

Absolutely gorgeous shotgun Paula! Bad day for all the rabbits in your neck of the woods! Wish I could see the smile on your face, when you walk up on that first rabbit this fall!

We too have done well with the Buck Forage Oats. Works almost too good, as the deer will chomp it almost as fast as it grows.

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Grandson's and my, first shots tonight. Both from 30. Mine on left. His on right. Yeah he's out shooting me. He also ran a lap around the yard before taking the shot. Trying to simulate being excited, like he will be when he draws on that first deer.

With you and ATbuckhunter there, it will be an awesome event! Wish I was closer. Have fun and hope you have a huge turnout!

So that's where my other slipper went to!

Guess I shouldn't be surprised that your first glass etching would come out beautiful!!! Man, the art you create with your endless talent is tuly remarkable. Seems like anything you put your paws on, comes out so cool. If by chance I'm lucky enough to kill a deer this year, or my grandson kills his first. I'll take a bunch of pictures, send them to you, and have you etch one for us. I'll be honored to have such a keepsake. Whatever $ you charge will be more than worth it! It would be like geting two trophies! Your artwork, and mine or my grandsons deer. I've had so many people comment on the antler cross my friend. Wear it every day. It's still putting out and receiving the good vibes, more than ever.

Beautiful buck! Any places for rent out that way? .......grin.

There were a couple guys just starting out that summer that were able to hit the 20 yard target with their trad bows, but not very accurate. But my buddy and I had been shooting since the summer before and were quite accurate out to 30-40 yards with our Bear Kodiak's. As well as the majority of the recurve shooters, as some had been shooting longer than we had. My buddy got me started using his bow, in the back yard nights after work. And when I got my own, it was friendly competition between us. Like "lemme see ya make this shot" kind of stuff. The second year of shooting we got the crazy idea of taking the course and actually trying to kill a deer! We both did.

Keep up the good work guy's! I've found a few of the pounds you lost.

When I took the bow course in the early 80's we shot our bows. Most of the bows being used were recurve at that time. Out of ten or so guy's taking the course, only 2 or 3 were shooting the super fast, cool looking, Bear Whitetail Hunter. A couple years later I went over to the dark side and got one myself.

If I were hiking there today, I'd be carrying more than a walking stick! I have no doubt, there is more than one infected critter in that area. That woman was lucky to make it out alive. Her injuries were quite severe. You would think DEC would at the very least, issue a statement, to use caution in the area.

It's those long practice shots, that make a 30 yarder at a deer seem like a chip shot! Nice shooting!

Usually where there is smoke, there is fire. This is not the kids first brush with trouble. I have no idea if he abused his girlfriend or not. But like sodfather said, some of these young athletes and music stars too, have the god complex. Too bad. No matter how talented they may be, it does not give them the right to act like a jerk. No matter how much money and praise is heaped on them. JMO

Very nice buck! Wishing you and your son the best in getting him down this year!

I went with my grandson last year, and they shot their bows as part of the course. All were encouraged while shooting and it was a fun part of the day! Did not matter how good or bad you shot, great shooting tips were given. This was at the Woodlawn Sportsmans Club in Rotterdam. Great group of instructors there.

Sounds like an awesome event! Anyone even somewhat close, would be crazy not to attend! No doubt it will be a fun and educational time!