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Nov 21, 2019 9:14:40 GMT -5
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 21, 2019 9:14:40 GMT -5
A massive Sycamore saved our house from a Beech tree when a tornado came through years ago. That tree had a bow in it until it finally had to be cut down.
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 19, 2019 7:09:52 GMT -5
Great job! My first was a button buck 39 years ago and like said I remember it vividly.
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 16, 2019 5:21:21 GMT -5
They are protected so be careful what you do with the hide.
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 16, 2019 5:13:39 GMT -5
Did gun season start today holy smokes heard a good 30 rounds go off today nothing like trying out your gun the night before you go out Never understood people complaining about this. I shot mine 10 times today. It's ready to go whats the difference between doing it the day before or 4 days ago !! Nothing wrong with it but if you have an issue with your equipment you have to scramble to get it fixed.
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 15, 2019 4:11:15 GMT -5
H&R Handi in .444 and a Ruger .357 on the hip.
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 12, 2019 21:38:37 GMT -5
A handshake still works for me but not most people anymore it seems.
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 12, 2019 8:58:49 GMT -5
Step 5: Have already taken a buck earlier in the season. Steady stream of antlered deer will walk past.
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Big Oaks
Nov 11, 2019 7:35:20 GMT -5
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 11, 2019 7:35:20 GMT -5
So how did people do down there on their first big gun weekend? We only saw a couple deer and when we checked out we only saw a handful of deer and no big ones.
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 10, 2019 13:53:05 GMT -5
That's impressive and sad at the same time. I've NEVER been able to get my wife to clean my truck. It would be nice if she would spontaneously clean it right after season was over... Problem is you are asking her, walk in the house after you finish hunting and DEMAND it, tell her she HAS to do it or else there will be consequences. That’s what You should do There some good advice right there! 🤕
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 10, 2019 13:05:46 GMT -5
I have never seen one that bad. Contact a CO and they “might” allow him to shoot another deer? Worth a try.
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 10, 2019 10:08:07 GMT -5
I shot a buck several years ago with a similar affliction. He had evidently broken his front leg at the knee. It was badly swollen, and looked almost identical to yours. My buddy the butcher told me to remove the affected leg and save the rest. I did as he suggested and had no issues at all. Meat tasted like every other deer I've ever harvested, and no-one got sick eating it. Mine had that ball of puss... whatever, looked almost exactly like what you've pictured. The affected area was grapefruit size, or slightly larger. I did notice him limping slightly, but didn't notice the knee until he was down. I agree it will probably not effect the rest of the meat but it’s a mental thing for me I guess and I would have to keep it a secret from my wife because there is no way she would eat any of it.
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 10, 2019 9:51:24 GMT -5
Personally I couldn’t eat it knowing that was in there. A small area yes but not infection that large and spreading. By his account of the deer it sounds like it was effecting the deers health overall.
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 6, 2019 21:52:01 GMT -5
Have a draw hunt the first weekend with my son. Then I have a draw the next weekend. The place doesnt sound to good. Is it worth a several hour drive when we have 3 or 4 private farms we can hunt? The place has potential but nothing like private ground in good deer habitat. If you want a new experience or an extra buck or two than make the drive and decide yourself. If you have a “several” hour drive than I would plan on staying in a motel in Madison before and after your hunt.
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 3, 2019 9:32:37 GMT -5
It still amazes me the number of hunters each year that have never been there before. It is a place you either hate or love that’s for sure. There are still some big bucks in there but can be a hard place to figure out.
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 3, 2019 7:56:30 GMT -5
Good luck everyone. Beautiful morning. Sun is kinda bright but feels warm.
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Big Oaks
Nov 2, 2019 9:35:57 GMT -5
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 2, 2019 9:35:57 GMT -5
I wish. Too far for me to drive to gamble on a no show spot also.
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Post by Pinoc on Nov 2, 2019 4:46:02 GMT -5
Very nice indeed. I shoot an old Horton is that close enough? 😀
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Post by Pinoc on Oct 30, 2019 12:31:55 GMT -5
I used to have a hard time receiving anything from someone until I realized I was robbing them of their blessing by not accepting it.
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Post by Pinoc on Oct 29, 2019 13:43:24 GMT -5
For those of you that hunt public ground, are you picky on a buck, or do you shoot the first antlers you see? I have a spot that I saw a 4 and 6 point in 2 weeks ago. Sunday night the 4 point came in but I was not able to get a shot. Am I crazy for wanting to take the first one I see? Or do I hold out in hopes the 6 is still alive and around? This is a question only you can answer. If you are hesitant now I don’t think you will feel all that great after you shoot a deer you think is lesser now. There is a lot of season left.
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Weekend
Oct 25, 2019 10:25:49 GMT -5
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Post by Pinoc on Oct 25, 2019 10:25:49 GMT -5
This weekend looks rough with the rain on Saturday and wind on Sunday. I hate to miss but I don’t enjoy weather like that. Anybody hunting no matter what?
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