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  1. We are on the east side of Monroe County (Rochester area).
  2. Any tips for asking permission to hunt on people's land? My daughter (14) and I just started hunting last year and lost one of our spots. Didn't get any deer on the ground last year, but hoping for some more opportunities this year. More locations to hunt would go a long way towards making that happen. So I think we need to go knock on some doors. I'd appreciate any feedback based on your experiences. Thanks, Dave
  3. One thing I am finding that seems to be helping me is that once I get settled in my stand, I pull back my bow (with arrow nocked), go through my sequence and then let down. I do this a couple of times at different angles and that seems to spark my memory on what needs to be done when the deer come in front of me. ...at least that is what I am hoping. Still waiting for that first kill.
  4. Are there any particular grunt tubes that seem to be working best for you?
  5. I feel your pain... but I am actually learning them for the first time. First year hunting, first year bowhunting... Lesson 1) Calm down before shooting. Opening day (first time hunting) I had a doe at 20 yards. It is all a blur... I pulled back, aimed and released. Never saw the arrow... I did hit it and after tracking for 6 hours, with some very experienced trackers, came to the conclusion it was a brisket shot and doe survived. Lesson 2) Don't call deer closer when they are looking at you. Had a doe at 30 yards. Wanted to call it in closer, so I did. It was staring right at me and I did some doe bleats. It wasn't there much longer than that. Lesson 3) Keep bow away from objects when releasing. Had a buck at 15 yards in back of me from tree stand. Pulled back, was relaxed, had pin right on vitals, focused on deer, released... as string released the riser unflexed, hit top/back of tree stand pushing bow up. Arrow flew over back of deer. Lesson 4) Practice with all your clothing/gear on. Had a doe broadside at 20 yards. Was wearing a face mask because it was cold. Pulled back and could not feel string on nose or kisser button. Had to let down because I don't want to miss again. Doe took off. Well, every time I go out I seem to learn a new lesson. One of these days I would like to learn a lesson about grilling venison.... someday.
  6. This will be my first year hunting, so need a lot still. Have bow, arrows, boots and some light camo. Need to get some cold weather gear and some blaze orange vest/hat etc.
  7. It is my understanding they can bow hunt for big game or gun/crossbow hunt for small game. Very new to this, so others can speak from experience.
  8. Thanks Everyone! What a great welcome and some awesome advice! I am in Fairport. Our first goal will be to hunt deer. Mainly because this is what my friends hunt and they will be mentoring us. But, I would love to hunt turkey, pheasant and waterfowl too. Not going to venture into any of those without some help though. Looking forward to the season opening up. We have both been practicing on a daily basis.
  9. Hi Everyone, I am new here and new to hunting. This will be my first year. I just got my first bow this week. Anyway, I am curious about where everyone stores their bow? The most convenient would be to store it in a cabinet in my garage. I live in the Rochester, NY area... not sure if the heat/cold could potentially cause problems for the bow. Any input is appreciated. Bartman
  10. I am new here and this will be my first year hunting. My daughter (age 13) and I are starting at the same time. I just got a Hoyt Charger and am really exciting for the season to begin. Been reading a lot on this site and learning a ton from everyone here. Thanks!
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