grampy

Sure am using up the set ups for a south wind this season!!

I'm with ya. Started to feel crappy yesterday afternoon. Really feel bad this morning. Had flu shot Thursday evening. Got work to do at the farm. Going to try and push through. Had to reschedule our annual meet up with UpStateRedNeck. Just to be on the safe side. Good luck to all out there.

Moved a cam today and made a mock scrape. Left a little bit of Old Man grampy Pee to really get em thinking! Or maybe laughing? We'll see. Been a few nice bucks killed on this ridge.

Took awhile to get here, but I'm in. Love this spot. On the ground between bedding and food.

Great deal! But why not keep it for your next little one?

Congratulations!!! Great shot my friend! Awesome!

Shoot......something.........SHOOT!!!!........

Smaller bucks out and about last night. Couldn't go out this morning. But will be out for my 4th sit this afternoon. Perfect hunting morning. Good luck to those out there!

My hope is the Stro's get swept by the Phillies.

For this reason, I always insisted that the hunter not carry a loaded weapon when tracking. I told them if there is a need for a follow up shot, I would probably be the one to take it. If there were time I'd let them know to load up. Every tracker/handler has their own way of doing it. I hope this one has a complete and speedy recovery.

Sometimes, even when you do everything right, it all goes wrong. It happens to us all if you hunt long enough. Tough deal on this one for you. Wish you better luck next time out. And for the rest of the season.

100% correct.

Happy belated Birthday sir!!

Wonder what kinda message is being sent with that offering Jay????

Six doe tonight. One decent buck. No shots taken. Great afternoon sit!

I'm in. Let's see what happens? Best of luck to all others out there.

Should've let Moose chew on the scumbag a little longer!!!

Had some work to do up here at the farm, and moved a cell cam. Will head up in the back in a bit to sit till almost dark. A spot from the ground where I can see a good ways. Not expecting a shot. But ya just never know? I killed a bow buck here a few years ago.

I can stay pretty warm using synthetic base layers and Smartwool socks, good gloves. Can definitely stay out much longer when the temps turn bitter, than I used to. But when I'm hunting, and get cold, I come out to get warm. I won't torture myself to kill a deer anymore. At this point in my hunting career, if I shoot a decent buck, it's just a bonus. I don't feel overwhelmed to kill them anymore.

I get this 100%. We are not rich by any standard. But co-own 700+ acres, with my lifelong friend, that I grew up hunting on. I have the best hunting rifles and equipment that I can afford. But when I see $1,500 in hunting clothes, or something on the farm, or my home that needs improvement, that's where my money goes. Between taxes, equipment, and upkeep, along with everything else, it all adds up fast. So I guess I'm fortunate enough to be able to hold it all together. I hold no animosity towards anyone who spends more, or less than I. Always do the best you can, with what you have.

What a great addition to the family! He found the perfect home. Lot's of love going back and forth there. Dante is a great name for the cute little feller. Do you still have Kiki?

I have no Sitka gear or any other expensive hunting clothes. I have been out hunting in zero degree weather. Old wool, and lots of layers.

If you don't feel too bad. Just isolate yourself to the woods!

You "can" spend a lot!!! But you "don't" need to, to be successful.

Living through you guys while at work. Been awhile since we've had one down on this thread. Make it happen out there! I'll be out tomorrow.