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Post by dbd870 on Nov 17, 2016 7:35:26 GMT -5
I don't mind the cold, but I won't drive 65 miles to sit in the wind no matter what. I do remember three years ago on opening day when it was 70+ and really windy. My tree started to sway and branches were falling, I got out of the woods like it was on fire. We all went home that afternoon due to being afraid that the cabin would not be safe to stay in. I may be done for the year. I did a State Park hunt on year on a really windy day; had a whole tree come down 60ish yards away from me (can't remember distance exactly) all I know is it sure got my attention. Be aware if you're out on Saturday. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2016 8:43:42 GMT -5
With the two small tornadoes last month there are a lot of widow makers hanging in the trees. I'm staying out of the woods Saturday and maybe go out Sunday. If you in the woods with the high winds, please watch out for the widow makers.
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Post by foamyflyer on Nov 18, 2016 10:54:16 GMT -5
Planning on hunting from ground blind tomorrow. Hopefully deer will be up and moving.
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Post by luckyhounddog on Nov 18, 2016 11:14:29 GMT -5
On the down wind side of the woods on the ground seems like the place to be tomorrow. Both kids have colds so I will be flying solo. The question is, do I go to Starke county or Jasper?
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Post by squirrelhunter on Nov 19, 2016 7:51:27 GMT -5
I decided to stay home,to heck with that wind,maybe try it tomorrow.
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Post by whitetaildave24 on Nov 19, 2016 9:12:33 GMT -5
I stayed home as well. Haven't been home on a weekend morning in a long time, so sitting today out to spend with the family. Back at it tomorrow.
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Post by scrobertson on Nov 19, 2016 9:28:00 GMT -5
Stayed home today. Wife decided she would reorganize kids play room.. I should of went hunting
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Post by nfalls116 on Nov 19, 2016 14:21:23 GMT -5
Weather is great here hoping to kill one. I am sitting in a shack with a buddy hoping to have some come our way soon
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Post by deadeer on Nov 19, 2016 14:38:18 GMT -5
Terrible winds in LaPorte cnty as predicted. Had 2-3" of snow on ground at one point. Now down to coating but still looks great. Took 40# venison in to "Zicks" Specialty Meats for BBQ jerky, bologna, and stix. One of the best places around! Stopped by folks to check for deer sightings. Wind is suppressed by the woods. Think I will go back and sit with the Excal xbow again. My other spot is open and would be blown away by the wind.
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Post by deadeer on Nov 20, 2016 0:17:01 GMT -5
Well, it was about time. Finally had deer around. Actually saw 11 total, only 2 were close enough. Let a small buck walk at 10yd. Then a nice doe followed and veered off, stopping at 24yd broadside. Took the shot, heard the hit, then she ran about 20yd and stopped. I lost sight but never seen anymore movement. I waited till dark, then slipped in to see the shot sight. Big pile of hair but no blood. I backed out for a half hour, returned, and picked up blood a few yds into it. She went another 20yd and died. The Slick Trick Mag made a hole like a 12ga slug. Awesome. Had my wife help me get her out in a wheel barrow and my boy work the flashlight. Finally worked out after 2 seasons of trying to get a neighborhood deer! Very fun getting eye to eye with them on the ground in the homemade guillie suit. I loved it!  |
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Post by featherduster on Nov 20, 2016 6:52:49 GMT -5
It was an interesting day to be outside hunting one of those days you won't soon forget, congratulations.
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Post by deadeer on Nov 20, 2016 9:50:28 GMT -5
Thank you. It was a hard earned trophy for sure.
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Post by wesb81219 on Nov 20, 2016 14:16:01 GMT -5
Well, it was about time. Finally had deer around. Actually saw 11 total, only 2 were close enough. Let a small buck walk at 10yd. Then a nice doe followed and veered off, stopping at 24yd broadside. Took the shot, heard the hit, then she ran about 20yd and stopped. I lost sight but never seen anymore movement. I waited till dark, then slipped in to see the shot sight. Big pile of hair but no blood. I backed out for a half hour, returned, and picked up blood a few yds into it. She went another 20yd and died. The Slick Trick Mag made a hole like a 12ga slug. Awesome. Had my wife help me get her out in a wheel barrow and my boy work the flashlight. Finally worked out after 2 seasons of trying to get a neighborhood deer! Very fun getting eye to eye with them on the ground in the homemade guillie suit. I loved it! Job well done! |
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Post by esshup on Nov 23, 2016 13:59:31 GMT -5
Congrats on the deer!!! I elected NOT to go out opening morning in Northern Wi. 18 degrees, sideways snow in 40 mph winds didn't appeal to me. Ended up staying at the house and shooting a forkhorn at 20 yds with the .243. Neighbor said he was sitting on the toilet and he about hit the ceiling when I shot.  The other guys only saw 2 does and that was it. |
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