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That's something you'd have to hash out with the officer obviously. If you can prove to him you were only turkey hunting and he believes you then you'd be all set probably... Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

Because you can't hunt deer in the spring would be my first guess...??? Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

If you are actively pursuing turkeys then you probably could get away with that... "Actively pursuing" is not when you take a shot or kill one... Actively pursuing means hunting, we all know that, let's not twist the words to mean what we want to hear. Let's not pretend these officers are idiots either, most are hunters and fisherman just like us. Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

Just thought I'd give another update on the matter of carrying a crossbow while deer hunting before the 2 week season. I went online and asked the DEC central dispatch this very question. "Is it legal to possess a crossbow afield while deer hunting before the 2 week crossbow deer season for the use of turkey hunting.?" I just got off of the phone with a Sargeant at the DEC Central dispatch, he called me regarding the email. He then described the very same reason the other DEC officer I talked to. "You are actively pursuing a deer while in possession of an implement with which is illegal to take deer during the current season." He told me that the full gamut of rules has not been detailed in the hunting regulations guide for crossbow use but this is no different than carrying a firearm while bowhunting. He reiterated that the way the seasons are currently laid out this is ILLEGAL. If anyone would care to ask the same question or any other questions I'll gladly give the phone number to the DEC central Dispatch and you can hash out your disagreements with them, after all they are the very people you'll be talking to if you get caught... I was and am not pointing fingers at anyone but simply clearing up shady areas in law that none of us were too clear on. Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

Call the DEC. I'm done with your nonsense. Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

Because there's no law stating you can't hunt grouse with a 30-30. And obviously there's no edge to be gained by using a 20ga. Birdshot load for deer (obviously it's illegal). Can't you see where a conflict of interest would arise when suddenly you can start carrying your crossbow along (deer hunting) for 2 weeks before crossbow deer is legal? You can't carry a rifle along with your bow for varmints right? Why? Same reason. I'm not saying that I wrote this law or I have all of the answers for it. A question arose about legality which I as well as others assumed was illegal and I verified it through an active DEC officer. I'm not even saying some officers wouldn't see the laws different, I asked, I got an answer. Grow didn't like my answer, acknowledged she wasn't sure and said until she sees it in print she's going to ignore it. She could easily call someone herself and see what her local officer thinks of the situation but then you can't play the "I didn't know card"... Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

I don't see what the issue with your gun setup would pose as long as there is a deer rifle season open while carrying it. You couldn't carry that gun during an open deer season where rifles weren't allowed obviously. I'm not sure what situation youre using this particular gun but there are certainly going to be exceptions depending. Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

Pics do justice for me! I'd be happy to tag him! Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

Then continue to break the law and play ignorant, it's your ticket, not mine. You as well as others were unsure on this so I contacted a LEO that I know and he said it is definitely not legal. You're "actively" pursuing a game animal while in possession of an illegal weapon for taking said animal... The same reason we can't carry firearms while bowhunting. Can you take your shotgun with you bowhunting in case you see a turkey?? No. To act like you see where this is not whatsoever a conflict of interest is asinine. It seems if you were unsure on this yourself (which you are) then you would call a DEC officer yourself to make sure you aren't violating any game laws. Maybe you'll get lucky and yours will say you can. If you want to start a p**sing match because you dislike me we can do it in a thread. Otherwise, this isn't the thread to hash this out. You got an answer, you didn't like it... Period. Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

I'm not sure on the 2 muzzleloaders but I'd assume not. I don't think a revolver muzzleloader is legal either if I remember correctly. I can carry a sidearm with me while gun hunting so I'd assume you'd be safe with a 22 for squirrels? It's not like you're going to choose to shoot deer with a 22 while you're carrying a rifle/shotgun. The bow/crossbow thing is like goose hunting for instance, coyote and goose season is open at the same time but you can't be in possession of buckshot while goose hunting because it's an illegal implement for the species you're targeting (in case you see a coyote)... Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

I just confirmed with my friend who is a DEC officer and it is illegal to have both weapons with you. You are actively deer hunting while in possession of an illegal weapon to use for deer hunting. You can only have one or the other. I too thought this was the case and I wanted to confirm first... Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

I love the Barnes Expander MZ's, muzzleloading projectiles can be tricky to get proper performance, all projectiles are made to perform in a certain velocity range and it seems everyone uses different loads/powders. That being said I've shot a lot of different ones and the Barnes are my favorite for accuracy and penetration. I've shot powerbelts, hated them, I've shot the SST's, they weren't too bad, and various other Walmart specials. They all killed the deer but didn't always exit or expand. I only shoot 100 grains of white hots for powder. I'll probably jump to 150 someday and see what difference I see on deer but 100 has never let me down, then again I've never shot a deer over 75 yds I don't think with my muzzy... Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

Freeze whole front shoulder muscles (separated) for jerky, when you're ready for jerky take one out let it defrost for a bit and slice it while it's still partly frozen, it's much easier to get proper thickness. Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

I'm not sure if you clean your barrel after sighting in but out of my muzzleloaders I have a noticeable impact difference between a fouled and a clean barrel, like 4-6" difference. I always sight in, clean it and shoot one more round to foul the barrel before hunting. Give it a try next time and I bet you see an impact difference... Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

Oh.... Some of you were serious... Yea I think I'll just continue walking quietly to my stand. Or maybe I'll try somersaults to one up some of you, surely the deer won't recognize me somersaulting to my stand... Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

They'll just stop putting the name "Rage" anywhere on or in the package. I'm sure the people that would be detecting this have no knowledge of what a trademarked rage is let alone care. But just in case I'm ordering a bunch... Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

For someone with such a connection to God and the moral high ground you certainly have no problem telling anyone that disagrees with your opinion to move to the other side of the country...? What happened to tolerance? I guess maybe instead of provoking and whining maybe YOU should move to a state with full inclusion! How about that? Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

I too have a wide assortment of brands, I've always like scent blocker apparel, the material, cut, comfort has always been spot on for me. Cabela's is equally as good if not better in my opinion, I've never not liked a single Cabela's brand product. Under Armour is good stuff too but I still refuse to pay $80 for a hoody so I grab most of it on clearance. I used to spend a ton of money buying expensive clothes that have cool looking patterns etc, I didn't notice any difference in performance other than you look expensive. Scent control is far more important than camo pattern. Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

Saw one doe at 8:50, she never came close enough to play... Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

You're supporting China whether you buy them from China direct or buy them in a "Rage" package. If it saves me $14 per broadhead I'll think I'll cut out the "middle man" which is the Rage company. All of the Rage marketing and sponsorships will do just fine without my money too... Off my soapbox. Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

My Chinadermics have a coyote and a doe under their belt so far this year and both performed as good as the real deal. No broken/chipped blades, shock collars broke as intended, still feel sharp (even though I won't reuse them for $1 each I'll just buy more and use the spent heads on squirrels etc... Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

That bear looks fat! That's awesome! Good work! Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

Maybe he's aiming for the wrong "spot" (literally)... ? Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

I was also wondering why the fawns? It's your tag to burn but it's awful early for desperation? I'm not trying to pass judgement but curious?? Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk

Back in the oaks this AM, WARM, few pics of the girl I passed up last night here, I'm not seeing many does here so they get the pass. I'll shoot them with the DSLR instead. Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk