Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 01, 2008, 12:04:00 AM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 01, 2008, 12:07:00 AM
... mike ...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 01, 2008, 12:08:00 AM
Post by: Bob Walker on January 01, 2008, 12:08:00 AM
Post by: 4-fletch on January 01, 2008, 12:14:00 AM
Post by: drewsbow on January 01, 2008, 12:21:00 AM
Post by: Billy on January 01, 2008, 12:25:00 AM
This is one of those I'd like to attend.
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 01, 2008, 12:34:00 AM
Post by: Scott E on January 01, 2008, 12:38:00 AM
Shawn when do you need the raffle stuff by?
The self bow I'm making for the raffle will hit the tillering stick this weekend. I'm gunna try and drag my dad with me we'll see. BUNNIES! Ya! :bigsmyl: :archer: -Scott
Post by: drewsbow on January 01, 2008, 12:39:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 01, 2008, 01:14:00 AM
I'll get the food list going here shortly Shawn, this year I promise to bring paper towels!!!!!!
David
Post by: Stone Knife on January 01, 2008, 05:31:00 AM
Post by: Alex.B on January 01, 2008, 07:37:00 AM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 01, 2008, 07:37:00 AM
Post by: southpawshooter on January 01, 2008, 07:45:00 AM
Bring it on Babyyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Killdeer on January 01, 2008, 07:47:00 AM
There won't be many people, will there? Crowds scare me.
Killdeer :bigsmyl:
Post by: adkmountainken on January 01, 2008, 07:53:00 AM
i see where Dew posted that he was bringing some of his home brew hooch! that stuff is sweeet and top notch, he auctualy gave my mother the instructions and taught her what to do, she is 67 and makes her own home brew! i had planned to make this hunt last year but due to work could not, look very forward to meeting everyone this year.
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 01, 2008, 07:56:00 AM
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: bbassi on January 01, 2008, 07:59:00 AM
Post by: DW on January 01, 2008, 08:04:00 AM
Post by: Jeremy on January 01, 2008, 08:21:00 AM
OOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAAHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Stone Knife on January 01, 2008, 09:35:00 AM
OOOOOOOOHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! :smileystooges:
Post by: IndianaBowman on January 01, 2008, 09:44:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 01, 2008, 10:01:00 AM
David
Post by: adkmountainken on January 01, 2008, 10:04:00 AM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 01, 2008, 10:10:00 AM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 01, 2008, 10:33:00 AM
I look forward to seeing everyone again. Especially now that I dont feel like a COMPLETE rookie anymore. :rolleyes:
Shawn, the snow blower is reserved in needed.
OOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHH YYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH!!!
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 01, 2008, 10:36:00 AM
Shawn Leonard
26 central Ave.
Ravena NY 12143 I cannot wait to see everyone and Kathy it should be hoot this year. I will start Pm everyone with some details probably tomorrow as it is snowing like mad and i am gonna get called into work. Killy, if ya want you cansend me your bows the week befroe the hunt and I will shio them back when ua leave. This way no airline worries and your people at the P.O. do a good job. Let me know. Drinks on the list are very important. Canned stuff or plastic only, like soda,juice and whatever. even juice boxes aree nice as ya can stick them in your pocket or bottled water. We sweat a lot evemn when it is below zero. Nomad88, Ishiwannabe and I hunted a valley the other day that we just skimmed over last years hunt. We saw 15 bunnies in it and we only walked thru about a 1/3rd of it. I also have another spot that has tons, so places to hunt aare still not a problem. Porta-Potty will be donated again. I will ask for help again if we need snow removal and also a small donation like $1 a person to donate to the firehouse for use of tables and chairs. I have beee working on this for a while now and it looks great. I will bo on today when I can and if someone could get ahold of chuck and wring his neck that may be good too!! Not yet buddy, wait a month or so!! :biglaugh: OOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!! Shawn
Post by: IndianaBowman on January 01, 2008, 10:41:00 AM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 01, 2008, 10:50:00 AM
Post by: LeeNY on January 01, 2008, 11:17:00 AM
Post by: Izzy on January 01, 2008, 11:21:00 AM
Post by: Killdeer on January 01, 2008, 11:26:00 AM
How many Trad Gang members, with whom I have only traded pixels, will I meet there?
Putting faces with avatars, screen names, and now REAL names, will do a lot to get folks fixed firmly in my mind, and reality, where they belong.
I have a devil of a time with names. :rolleyes:
Killdeer :help:
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 01, 2008, 11:28:00 AM
Beverages- at least 8 cases of canned soda or juice(no glass)--->Drewsbow(2 cases of soda)Mcgroundstalker(4 cases of soda)Southpawshooter. Bowspirit(2cases of soda)Fran/Mo
2-3 gallons of orange and apple juice--->Stone Knife
Few cases of Bottled Water-------->3dMuzzy, Southpawshooter
Main dishes-2-3 to feed at least 15 people or so.---->Stone Knife(1 dish)Jeremy(1 dish)Keith Deters(1 Dish)ADKmountainken(1 Dish)Swampbuck(1 Dish)Guru(1 Dish)Kingstaken(1 dish)Compoundguy(1 dish)
Mac Salad----------->Bowspirit
Hot Dogs and Rolls 3-4 dozen of each---->Herkimerhunter
Lunch Meat+Cheese-5-6#s of lunch meat-2-3#s of cheese--->LeeNY
Chips an assortment of 5-6 big bags---->Jeremy, LeeNY
Pickles-3-4 jars----->3dMuzzy
Cereal+Milk-3-4-boxesand 2 gallons milk---->Aram
Donuts-3-4 dozen(COP Cakes)---->Swampbuck
Bagels +(4) Cream cheese-3-4-dozen---->-Bamboo
Condiments(Butter 3#s, mustard, ketchup,Hellmans Mayo, relish)---->-Bamboo
Butter---------->-Shawn
6ft. sub---------->Shawn
coffee, cream,sugar hot chocolate, tea-------->Shawn
venison stew-------->Shawn
chili-------->Herkimerhunter
meatballs------->Dbldroptyne(Two Large Trays)
portugeese rolls---------->Dbldroptyne
soup------->
rolls and bread----->Drewsbow
4-5 Deserts--------->Keith Deters(2)Fran/Mo(2 pies)Indianabowman(1) Guru (1)
Paper Towels 6-8 rolls----->Huntrdfk
Paper Plates heavy duty ones like 150 or so.--->Huntrdfk
Plastic bowls or paper bowls---->Huntrdfk
Styrofoam Cups for hot beverages at least 120---------> Huntrdfk
plastic silverware, knives,forks and spoons 100 or so of each-------->Huntrdfk
Large Garbage Bags----------->Huntrdfk
Box of 1 gallon zip lock bags-------->Huntrdfk
Thre rolls of aluminum foil--------->Huntrdfk
Two large coolers with ice(three bags each)------>-Ishiwannabe
A few targets------>-Huntrdfk(Bear)Bowspirit(Block)McGroundstalker(Raccoon, Woodchuck, Fox, Tom Turkey, Coyote)
SNOW-1FOOT OR LESS!!---------->Woodchucker :bigsmyl:
If anyone sees anything missing that we should have please let me know.....as you can see we shouldn't be hungry!! :D
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 01, 2008, 11:33:00 AM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 01, 2008, 11:34:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 01, 2008, 11:36:00 AM
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!
David
Post by: 3dmuzzy on January 01, 2008, 11:36:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 01, 2008, 11:36:00 AM
Post by: drewsbow on January 01, 2008, 11:43:00 AM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 01, 2008, 11:48:00 AM
... mike ...
Post by: Killdeer on January 01, 2008, 12:00:00 PM
Post by: Izzy on January 01, 2008, 12:22:00 PM
Izzy
Post by: Bowspirit on January 01, 2008, 12:48:00 PM
Oh man, cannot believe I missed the start of this thread. Well Shawn, you know I'll be there...
Post by: Stone Knife on January 01, 2008, 12:49:00 PM
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/420W/JLMBH07013.jpg)
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 01, 2008, 12:50:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 01, 2008, 12:59:00 PM
Anyone interested in "warm up work out hunts" just PM me. SAT-MON are good times for me, and I have a lot of bunnies(not like Shawn's but close!).
Killdeer, it is overwhelming at first, but no matter waht group ya choose, its friendly. By the end of the hunt you will be tired, bloody from the rose bushes(and hopefully have a bloody arrow)...hungry enough to eat a whole deer, and thirty enough to make a five gallon bucket look like it isnt enough.....but you will have had a blast, and you will have dozens of new friends. This hunt was my intro to trad last year. It is why I am now a memeber of Trad Gang.......this hunt is just awesome!!!
Oh yeah and just in case Chuck gets the urge to dance it up....practice swimming through the snow...I think Jeremy has a pic of what Im saying.
Post by: Jeremy on January 01, 2008, 01:01:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 01, 2008, 01:07:00 PM
David
Post by: southpawshooter on January 01, 2008, 01:15:00 PM
It'll be good to see ya' again Kathy, it's been awhile!
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 01, 2008, 01:18:00 PM
We can hunt the pines for tree rats and grouse. Maybe shoot stumps or 3D.
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: Billy on January 01, 2008, 01:21:00 PM
Can't promise to be there , but won't show up empty handed if I can.
Post by: wtpops on January 01, 2008, 01:35:00 PM
Questions:
1. Where is it
2. Where is the nearest airport
3. What to wear to stay warm (im from sunny Ca and have no experance hunting in that kind of weather)
4. If i cant make it is there a way i can buy raffle tickets to help out or do you have to be there.
Post by: VTer on January 01, 2008, 02:03:00 PM
5. Do you all really stay at Shawn's?
6. If not, what hotel?
Post by: nanook712 on January 01, 2008, 02:12:00 PM
Wtpops, near Albany Ny. Albany but you might be able to hook up with someone coming from points east, west, south, north. This has never been what you might call a local hunt, a bunch of us drive close to five hours. Staying warm is'nt too big a problem while hunting as we tend to move quite a bit, keeping your clothes in one piece is another, your outerwear must be either disposable or tuff. I would recomend something like Carheart outer coat with room for a sweat shirt underneath, wool shirt, long under wear,bibs are nice or brush pants, insulated boots. Have to be at the hunts to be in the raffel I think?
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 01, 2008, 02:12:00 PM
I'll try to answer your questions....
1-Selkirk, NY
2-Not positive on the airport, but I would think Albany/Schenectady
3-It is usually pretty cold, I have found it best to wear long underwear and then layer from there, you are moving a lot so you stay pretty warm, unless it is windy and you are a stander....brush pants are a big help to fight the thorns. Everyone has to wear some type of orange, whether it be a hat or vest for safety reasons.
4-We don't sell raffle tickets unless you are present
5- Nope, but most do.....
6-I'm not sure of the hotels, but I know there are several nearby, Joe Skipp will know
Hope that helps..........
David
Post by: nanook712 on January 01, 2008, 02:18:00 PM
Post by: swiftfoot on January 01, 2008, 04:12:00 PM
Nizam
Post by: Keith Deters on January 01, 2008, 04:19:00 PM
Shawn, I'll be there again. I've been looking forward to it since last year.
David, I'll bring a main dish and a couple of deserts.
The closest airport (except for the one we'll be hunting on) is Albany NY. If anyone ends up flying in, post here and we can try and arrange rides to the hunt. A few of us are local.
Post by: joe skipp on January 01, 2008, 04:31:00 PM
The Pink panties...Southpawshooter said Ciccone was wearing them the weekend we bowhunted at his camp...wouldn't take them or the pink hat off...Something about sharing them with Woodie...
Anyway.....we will be there unless an emergency comes up....Bring your pink arrows and feathers fellas....Pic below....
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a281/sf1oak/PC020002.jpg)
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 01, 2008, 04:55:00 PM
... mike ... :D ...
Post by: adkmountainken on January 01, 2008, 05:16:00 PM
boy i bet it has been awhile since Killdeer had been considered a greenhorn at a hunt! :D :readit: :goldtooth:
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 01, 2008, 05:19:00 PM
David
Post by: adkmountainken on January 01, 2008, 05:20:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 01, 2008, 05:21:00 PM
David
Post by: Stone Knife on January 01, 2008, 05:28:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 01, 2008, 05:47:00 PM
... mike ... aka WAYSIAH ...
Post by: Tdog on January 01, 2008, 06:35:00 PM
Post by: NOMAD88 on January 01, 2008, 06:41:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 01, 2008, 07:48:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 01, 2008, 08:27:00 PM
... mike ... aka WAYSIAH
Oh Yea..... It's one size fits all.
Post by: joe skipp on January 01, 2008, 08:56:00 PM
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a281/sf1oak/PC030003.jpg)
Post by: adkmountainken on January 01, 2008, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 01, 2008, 09:03:00 PM
David, put me down for coolers, ice. I will have to check the freezer to see what I have in the way of venison, pheasant and such.
Seeing those pictures cracked me up.
Also, I thought I would suggest that those of us that have a bird vest bring it so we dont have to hand carry the take....yes I do expect to beat last years numbers. Especially if Ru and that compound guy are both coming. :D
Post by: Killdeer on January 01, 2008, 09:07:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 01, 2008, 09:14:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 01, 2008, 09:20:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 01, 2008, 09:55:00 PM
16 Old School Road
Selkirk NY 12158 NYS liscenses are available on-line or at the local Wal-Mart which is 4 miles from the house and open 24 hours. You must be a Tradgang member and attend at least one day of the hunt to be eligible for the raffle. Tickets will be $20 for Cindy's wingspan(my wife) you can buy as many as you wish, I would like to get close to #3000 fo rthe kids this year. I still stress though that yes the raflle is awesome and the shooting in the yard is a blast, but this is still about getting cut up and sweating in 10 degree wheather to kill some bunnies!! I have recently signed some releases and such so this hunt and previous hunts ca be written about in national publications, so lets make this one to remember!! OOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!! Shawn
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 01, 2008, 10:06:00 PM
Post by: IndianaBowman on January 02, 2008, 09:04:00 AM
Be careful wearing pink. It brings out the killer in my boys!
(http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m84/TJReceveur/BoysandDeadPinkBear.jpg)
This beagle ran himself ragged trying to please this bunch of hunters. Shawn took matters into his own hands to make him feel appreciated! : )
(http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m84/TJReceveur/BeaglewithaBigJobAheadofHim.jpg)
This is a picture of some of the thin cover.
(http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m84/TJReceveur/SomeThinStuff.jpg)
Don't forget the good grub!
(http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m84/TJReceveur/GoodGrub.jpg)
This is where they release the bunny.
(http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m84/TJReceveur/ReleasetheBunny.jpg)
Shawn does a great job keeping everyone in line!
(http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m84/TJReceveur/BringingUptheRear.jpg)
Post by: woodchucker on January 02, 2008, 10:38:00 AM
YOU KNOW Kevin and I are coming!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
BTW.....PLEASE do not blame any of the recent "storms" on me.....I assure you all.....
I have NOT been "practicing" LOL
Post by: southpawshooter on January 02, 2008, 11:21:00 AM
Post by: Kingstaken on January 02, 2008, 11:36:00 AM
We'll see this year if last year was his beginners luck with the recurve or not.. :help:
Post by: joe skipp on January 02, 2008, 11:56:00 AM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 02, 2008, 12:40:00 PM
Post by: Mr.Chuck on January 02, 2008, 12:51:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on January 02, 2008, 01:41:00 PM
Howz Team Pink?
Post by: IndianaBowman on January 02, 2008, 03:33:00 PM
(http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m84/TJReceveur/MissedtheHole-1.jpg)
Post by: woodchucker on January 02, 2008, 04:14:00 PM
I'll be bring up my usual "care package" of leather gloves and safty glasses for everyone to help themselves to.
The leather gloves are an almost "must have" and the safty glasses are a "good idea" too!!!!!
The first year I came up,Curt had a thorn slice open his eyelid and his eyes filled with blood and he couldn't see. It was kinda a tense moment as people tried to fight through the brush to get to him. We ALL thought he took a thorn right in the eyeball (which was a REAL possibility) for a while untill we got to him and checked him out. :thumbsup:
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 02, 2008, 04:26:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on January 02, 2008, 04:50:00 PM
This is a HUNT Son!!!!! Everyone is supposed to bring thier own (BIG) knife!!!!! :thumbsup:
Post by: Bowspirit on January 02, 2008, 04:57:00 PM
:bigsmyl: :cool: :thumbsup:
Post by: Stone Knife on January 02, 2008, 05:16:00 PM
Post by: Scott E on January 02, 2008, 05:24:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 02, 2008, 05:35:00 PM
Post by: Scott E on January 02, 2008, 05:43:00 PM
I dont think I'll delve any deeper into the pink under wear :bigsmyl: :goldtooth: . -Scott
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 02, 2008, 05:48:00 PM
... mike ... aka WAYSIAH
Post by: Golden Hawk on January 02, 2008, 05:50:00 PM
Post by: Scott E on January 02, 2008, 06:05:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 02, 2008, 06:19:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 02, 2008, 06:47:00 PM
Post by: Golden Hawk on January 02, 2008, 06:51:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 02, 2008, 07:15:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 02, 2008, 07:43:00 PM
Post by: dbldroptyne on January 02, 2008, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: dbldroptyne on January 02, 2008, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 02, 2008, 09:06:00 PM
Shawn, do you want us to PM ya what we are donating or just post it? Up for a possible practice run at my house Sunday? Anyone else?
Scott, sounds like you have it covered, just dont forget something orange, and money for raffle tickets.
Ya know, I have only been once(so far), but Im looking forward to this like I have known almost everyone for ten years. The best part is, I might actually be able to hit a bunny this time!!!
Post by: Scott E on January 02, 2008, 09:11:00 PM
Thanks for the help guys see you all there :thumbsup: . One more thing all I need is a NY small game liscence right?-Scott
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 02, 2008, 09:16:00 PM
Chris...I would take the snowbank over the "heated outdoor room"....especially after all that wild game being consumed....whew.
OOOOOHHHHHHHH YYYYYYYEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH!!!!
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 02, 2008, 09:28:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 02, 2008, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on January 02, 2008, 09:35:00 PM
OOOOHHHH...now I know what you mean! :help:
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 02, 2008, 09:40:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 02, 2008, 09:48:00 PM
Killy, don't let any of these guys kid you, they are all big, harmless,..... wusses..... :bigsmyl:
David
Post by: Killdeer on January 02, 2008, 11:03:00 PM
:bigsmyl: :campfire:
Post by: vermonster13 on January 02, 2008, 11:07:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on January 02, 2008, 11:15:00 PM
Post by: vermonster13 on January 02, 2008, 11:25:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 03, 2008, 05:04:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on January 03, 2008, 06:06:00 AM
Quote
Originally posted by Killdeer:Killy - Sonny's going to like YOU! :biglaugh:
Actually, my first thought was that all the "newbies" would be stomping down snowdrifts, breaking trail, pruning the roses and licking the snow from beagly paws. Ecchhhhh!
:campfire:
Post by: Killdeer on January 03, 2008, 06:16:00 AM
:bigsmyl:
Post by: horatio1226 on January 03, 2008, 06:40:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on January 03, 2008, 10:12:00 AM
My Dance Card is empty..... ;)
Post by: southpawshooter on January 03, 2008, 10:16:00 AM
Post by: jgbennett6 on January 03, 2008, 10:46:00 AM
Post by: joe skipp on January 03, 2008, 12:25:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 03, 2008, 12:51:00 PM
Killdeer, last year I was a "newbie", and people went out of their way to push to me and get me shots(all of which I missed, except for a grazing on the one David got). You wont find a nicer group of people....even those "team pink" dudes are top notch....even the ones we caught wearing the lingerie. :D
Here is a little something for the table...
Not the arrows though...
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_0557.jpg)
Post by: Tdog on January 03, 2008, 01:39:00 PM
Post by: Jan Brown on January 03, 2008, 02:03:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 03, 2008, 05:38:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 03, 2008, 05:55:00 PM
I'm not that short
Please give it a break.
Stop pickin' on me
You slippery snake.
Next time you bend over
To pick up a hare,
I'll pile drive a judo
Up Tight Right Up There!
xoxoxoxo mike xoxoxoxo :wavey:
Post by: Izzy on January 03, 2008, 06:14:00 PM
Post by: NOMAD88 on January 03, 2008, 06:21:00 PM
This is what happened to me in the rabbit valley last weekend.
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 03, 2008, 07:46:00 PM
Just kidding Damon....hope it isnt as bad as it looks.
Mike....I didnt know you could write....you never cease to amaze us.
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 03, 2008, 08:05:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on January 03, 2008, 08:18:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 03, 2008, 08:33:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 03, 2008, 09:24:00 PM
Shawn....let me know if I can do anything to help you out.
Post by: jgbennett6 on January 04, 2008, 08:45:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 04, 2008, 05:49:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 04, 2008, 06:02:00 PM
... mike ... aka WAYSIAH
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 04, 2008, 06:30:00 PM
Shawn Leonard
26 Central Ave.
Ravena NY 12143 OOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!! Shawn
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on January 04, 2008, 07:05:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 04, 2008, 07:20:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 04, 2008, 08:12:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 04, 2008, 08:57:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 04, 2008, 09:04:00 PM
Post by: Scott E on January 04, 2008, 09:35:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 04, 2008, 10:27:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 04, 2008, 10:34:00 PM
My traditional trip
Learning curve went so slow
Kinda like-a-light-drip.
Hitting the range
Surrounded by wheels
I felt so alone.....
One knows how that feels.
Now there is you,
This wonderful site!
Get on it first morning
Then noon-time and night.
My wife thinks I'm crazy,
I sleep talk 'bout my bow.
All dreams are of Selkirk
Bunny Huntin' and Snow!!!
... mike ...
Post by: Stone Knife on January 05, 2008, 06:20:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 05, 2008, 06:47:00 AM
Post by: horatio1226 on January 05, 2008, 08:21:00 AM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 05, 2008, 08:47:00 AM
Seems to me "Team Pink" wannabes are growing in numbers through these posts. That's good. Some of the new guys and gals need to understand what it's all about. Let me give a quick history:
Last year David had a great idea..... "Let's honor Joe Skipp for his heart of gold by presenting him with a quiver full of arrows in a Team Pink theme." Well, I didn't have any pink feathers but......... The rest is history!
... mike ... :archer: ...
P.S....... But who to (honor) this year? :rolleyes:
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 05, 2008, 09:12:00 AM
This is too funny.
Anyone up for a hunt at my place tomorrow afternoon? PM me if you want to chase bunnies...
Mike, great poem. Jim...nice legs.
This hunt sounds like it is going to be bigger and better than ever. I better start hiding money from the wife now for the raffle table....
OOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH YYYYYYYEEEEEEEAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 05, 2008, 09:18:00 AM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 05, 2008, 10:21:00 AM
Im still amazed at Jim's legs....never woulda guessed it. :jumper:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 05, 2008, 10:42:00 AM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 05, 2008, 11:06:00 AM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 05, 2008, 12:58:00 PM
1:30 sounds good to me. I am off to my nephews 1st Birthday, so if anyone wants in, pm me and I will get back to ya tonight.
Some awesome stuff for the table already. Thats awesome....remember its for the kids so get busy everyone!!!( and I am buying some tickets... :archer: )
OOOOOOHHHHHHHH YYYYYEEEEAAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!!!!!
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 05, 2008, 02:47:00 PM
This is such a great hunt for all of us. I'm proud to be a part of it. Still, deep inside I won't lose sight of the cause.
God Bless You All
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 05, 2008, 02:53:00 PM
David
Post by: Stone Knife on January 05, 2008, 05:25:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 05, 2008, 06:11:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 05, 2008, 06:39:00 PM
How much **** do you have out there?????? (Maybe Chuck won't figure this out if he does see it... :bigsmyl: )
Trying to figure out how much training I need this year......
David
Post by: Killdeer on January 05, 2008, 06:42:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 05, 2008, 06:51:00 PM
David
Post by: swampbuck on January 05, 2008, 07:51:00 PM
Of course I'll be there and so will Sonny with bells on.Took him out this afternoon with my LB down the rd where we hunted on the first bunny hunt,he pushed the bunny past me 4 times and I never got a shot off.Close I got to full draw but then it was gone....somethin about a beagle hot on its a$$ LOL
Looking forward to meeting the new folks and seeing the old friends too I'll be bringing a main dish same bunny dish I brought last yr I've already been stockin up the bunnies for this trip.
Anybody bringing another dog?? If the snow is like it was last yr I probably won,t run Sonny both days.That was kinda an odd amount of snow I don't expect to see that much again this yr so it shouldn,t be an issue beside Sonny wouldn,t like me leavin him behind
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 05, 2008, 08:05:00 PM
2-3 Main dishes
2-3 Deserts
Butter
If you haven't already committied to bring something, grab something from the list and just let me know that you will be bringing it....
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
David
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 05, 2008, 08:23:00 PM
As for snow Dave....around a foot, depending on the drifts and such, but its gonna be in the 50's the next few days. I will keep everyone posted as for amounts.
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 05, 2008, 08:31:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 05, 2008, 08:38:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on January 05, 2008, 08:47:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 05, 2008, 09:46:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/adkmountainken/yotes/yote_hat.jpg)
Post by: Killdeer on January 05, 2008, 09:48:00 PM
Post by: swampbuck on January 05, 2008, 09:49:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 05, 2008, 09:54:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 05, 2008, 10:12:00 PM
that picture was taken just after i opened our NY property tax bill! HOLY**** :scared: :eek: :scared:
Post by: Killdeer on January 05, 2008, 10:13:00 PM
Post by: horatio1226 on January 05, 2008, 11:24:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 05, 2008, 11:33:00 PM
Post by: horatio1226 on January 05, 2008, 11:59:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 06, 2008, 12:12:00 AM
Brent is gonna change the ozone layer.
Ken does magic with pictures and removes the numbers from his chest.
Shawn is gonna shave his head for this hunt.
Chuck ain't gonna **** dance this year.
And I'll be able to meet Killdeer in person!
Now THAT is Cool!!!!! ... :archer: ...
... mike ... aka WAYSIAH
P.S. Oh Yea.... Hunt Bunnies Too.
Post by: Aram on January 06, 2008, 12:22:00 AM
I'll be there with Ru and.... my daughter,Una, will likely be there too. Last year she had a hard time welcoming the bunny killers back home but this year she is really eager to start practicing and be part of the hunt. She is turning twelve on Feb fifth so this will be her first hunt. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Jim, is your daughter still thinking to come?
Shawn, is there room for our three sleeping bags at your fathers?
We're working on stuff for the rafle table, we'll post when ready.
Dave, put me down for the cereal and milk.
Can't wait to see old friends and make new ones. This hunt is the best!!!
OOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!
Post by: woodchucker on January 06, 2008, 01:05:00 AM
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: adkmountainken on January 06, 2008, 06:04:00 AM
ya got that a little mixed up. actually the hat is real and after a couple mug shots the officer took the numbers of my chest!!!!
Post by: Stone Knife on January 06, 2008, 07:39:00 AM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 06, 2008, 08:58:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 06, 2008, 11:21:00 AM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 06, 2008, 11:35:00 AM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 06, 2008, 11:44:00 AM
I pm'ed Shawn, and as far as I know he was the only one that said yes. I figured I would post it incase anyone was thinking about coming... :(
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 06, 2008, 12:39:00 PM
Post by: larry on January 06, 2008, 12:57:00 PM
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on January 06, 2008, 01:03:00 PM
Tom, Call me the phone number I have for you isn't working.I'm ready for a warm up anytime.
David, You can put me down for the cop cakes. LOL
Post by: larry on January 06, 2008, 01:40:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 06, 2008, 01:44:00 PM
i got a bottle of Southern hospitality with yer name on it ta keep ya warm. :readit: :bigsmyl:
Post by: woodchucker on January 06, 2008, 03:23:00 PM
However, I do have one question..... :confused:
Will there be DANCIN' at this "shindig" saturday night????? :bigsmyl:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 06, 2008, 04:08:00 PM
Post by: swampbuck on January 06, 2008, 04:22:00 PM
oooooooooooooooooohhhhhhhhhhh yeahhhhhhhhhhhhh
Post by: Stone Knife on January 06, 2008, 04:25:00 PM
Post by: J.Williams on January 06, 2008, 05:08:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on January 06, 2008, 05:38:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 06, 2008, 05:57:00 PM
>>>-----> :jumper:
You better run hard and fast silly rabbit if you plan on having a chance for survival when this gang comes at you!
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 06, 2008, 06:03:00 PM
Post by: Izzy on January 06, 2008, 06:15:00 PM
Post by: Izzy on January 06, 2008, 06:18:00 PM
Izzy
Post by: Stone Knife on January 06, 2008, 06:32:00 PM
Post by: NOMAD88 on January 06, 2008, 06:48:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 06, 2008, 07:05:00 PM
Damon, I will bring it if ya need me to.
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 06, 2008, 07:08:00 PM
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: Stone Knife on January 06, 2008, 07:16:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 06, 2008, 07:22:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 06, 2008, 07:26:00 PM
Got it on the "Cop Cakes" Bob, thanks.... :bigsmyl:
Jeff, I sent you a pm.
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 06, 2008, 08:07:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 06, 2008, 08:19:00 PM
How's that Shawn? ... ;) ...
... mike ... aka WAYSIAH (my Woodland Indian name)
Post by: J.Williams on January 06, 2008, 08:30:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 06, 2008, 08:32:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 06, 2008, 08:57:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 06, 2008, 09:41:00 PM
Who is gonna win the arrow head undies?
Will they be of use Saturday night? :eek:
Who gets a free breakfast at the town diner Sunday? :D
What did they have to do to get a free meal? :rolleyes:
What is needed to be a true member of Team Pink? :knothead:
And.....Do I have what it takes to go all the way? :banghead:
... mike ... aka WAYSIAH :archer:
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 06, 2008, 09:58:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 07, 2008, 06:43:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on January 07, 2008, 09:40:00 AM
Just say the word Brother!!!!! :bigsmyl:
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Huntrdfk@Work on January 07, 2008, 09:55:00 AM
David
Post by: southpawshooter on January 07, 2008, 10:11:00 AM
Post by: IndianaBowman on January 07, 2008, 12:48:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 07, 2008, 02:13:00 PM
Post by: Guru on January 07, 2008, 03:27:00 PM
Save me my chair in the corner too please :o
David, add a dish from Mom and some cookies by me to the list bud.
Post by: woodchucker on January 07, 2008, 03:35:00 PM
I'M DANCIN'!!!!!!!!!! I'M DANCIN'!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Stone Knife on January 07, 2008, 03:38:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 07, 2008, 03:51:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk@Work on January 07, 2008, 04:04:00 PM
Quote
Originally posted by Killdeer:Hah!!!!
Curt has his own chair? Is that the one with the doughnut cushion? :eek:
If Curt get his chair I want my spot on the floor again, along with a little space for Hunter this year.......
David
Post by: Kingstaken on January 07, 2008, 05:32:00 PM
:confused:
I thought he chained up his 3-D's so they can't move on him. :bigsmyl:
Isn't funny he has only small 3-D's?
Post by: Tdog on January 07, 2008, 05:48:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 07, 2008, 05:50:00 PM
... mike ... aka WAYSIAH ... (my Woodland Indian name)
PS :p ... :p ... :p ... No pink undies for you!
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 07, 2008, 06:14:00 PM
I need to start practicing and making arrows.
This is sounding better and better with each post.
Dance away Chuck...next week or so looks like it might be a rain dance though.
Post by: joe skipp on January 07, 2008, 06:18:00 PM
:scared:
To join Team Pink...gotta shoot Hot Pink crown dipped arrows or use Pink feathers. Its a unique group of dedicated bowhunters who realize deer don't spook from Pink...even from the ground.
Now Mikey...even when he's standing it appears he's in a pit blind....The pink undies...if you recall we offered them to Fran last year and both he and Mo declined to take them. Whats up with that? :confused: :confused:
When the Jameson, Gin and Beer were just about gone, I thought for sure Fedrizzi would showcase the "undies"...but he came to his senses the last minute. That sure grabbed Kingstake attention real quick! Now...is Sleepy Hollow going to retreat to his room and sleep all night or will he join us for Sopresetta and Venison pepperoni?
If Chuck does his Snow Dance...if he's driving, point him in the opposite direction and let him walk. We'll pick him up Sunday...as for his son Kevin...just throw him a few Dougnuts and he'll never say a word....
I hope New Hampshire Dave wins the bra and panties. Would pay to see the faces of his fellow officers...especially if he models it for them! :help:
We should put a small bell around Rhu's neck, give him a quiver full of arrows and just turn him loose....he'll either run them down to death or shoot them....to be young again!
Killy...no special treatment for the newcomers...
When 40 guys are shooting aerial targets...the one YOU WILL BE THROWING UP IN THE AIR....it is your job/responsibility to go retrieve all those flu-flus....We will make you feel like one of the guys....just like we did Mikey and Woodonly.
Gotta run...heading in the shop to hone up some more broadheads for this Sat Jersey Hunt....
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 07, 2008, 06:20:00 PM
Post by: nanook712 on January 07, 2008, 06:23:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 07, 2008, 06:30:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 07, 2008, 07:02:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on January 07, 2008, 07:18:00 PM
This could get Ugly fellas........wait til Dave chimes in!
Post by: Killdeer on January 07, 2008, 07:21:00 PM
Joe, "We will make you feel like one of the guys....just like we did Mikey and Woodonly."
I dunno what you did to Mikey and Woodonly, but I will be watching for a mentor, and following his lead. As I said earlier, I know the usual tricks and all the painful spots.
BWI is not nearly as convenient as Reagan, but I will talk with Clark to see what we can do. Any idea about flight times?
Reagan is about 20 minutes from me, and I could take the Metro. BWI is a bit over an hour, but maybe Clark could drive me up before he goes to work in Beltsville on Thursday. He is gonna kvetch sumpin' awful.
And he is always late. :rolleyes:
Killdeer
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 07, 2008, 07:28:00 PM
... mike ... aka WAYSIAH
W- Why
A- Are
Y- You
S- Standing
I- In
A- A
H- Hole
Is that clear enough for ya? :jumper:
Post by: sleepyhollow on January 07, 2008, 07:29:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on January 07, 2008, 07:32:00 PM
Then he states he wants to run around in the famous pink bra and panties through Briarback Mtn!! :knothead:
Lord know what this man will do if he dips into that Southern Hospitality he's bringing. Make sure he hangs around and sleeps next to Woodchucker!! :pray: :jumper:
Post by: adkmountainken on January 07, 2008, 07:32:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 07, 2008, 07:33:00 PM
Post by: Tdog on January 07, 2008, 08:07:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 07, 2008, 08:18:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 07, 2008, 08:26:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/adkmountainken/dance.jpg)
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 07, 2008, 08:30:00 PM
Joe, I'm tryin' to be nice, I just might adopt Mikey and bring him home with me........(I remember what you said last year about him drivin' moose if we needed......)
Oh yeah, one more thing, for the new people that will be here this year, I hold a drawing for anyone that wants to participate that gives someone the chance to be a subpermittee with me if I should draw a Maine Moose tag.
The only caveat this year, and I'll let you all decide......Does Chuck get to Play????????? :bigsmyl:
David
Post by: joe skipp on January 07, 2008, 08:46:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 07, 2008, 08:49:00 PM
David
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 07, 2008, 08:50:00 PM
I'm covered with hair.
You say I'm small,
Yes and strong as a bear!
So have all your laughs,
It's fun - I admit.
Just hold back the tears
When I make you eat ****!
... mike ... Ken is right! This is too much fun! :jumper:
Post by: Jeremy on January 07, 2008, 08:54:00 PM
17 pages already and we still have a month and a half to go!!!
Post by: adkmountainken on January 07, 2008, 09:01:00 PM
I ain't real smart but i ain't real dumb
if i have to wear pink panties i hope i'm numb!
through the briars after the bunnies i'll go
thorns stuck in places that i don't think ya should know!
i'll take from this a lesson well learned
don't comment on pink panties or ya going to get burned :knothead: :bigsmyl:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 07, 2008, 09:22:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 07, 2008, 09:36:00 PM
Shawn, you better bring that bow when we do hunt. Sounds sweet.
This thing sounds huge already...40 people shooting aerials? Kinda makes me feel bad for the guys waiting to collect the flu flus. :rolleyes:
Damon....how are those arrows treating ya? Put new nocks on em yet?
On a serious note, I think this hunt is a great thing. It sure changed my hunting career. I will attend every one I possibly can in the future...even if most of the attendees are a little...well... :goldtooth:
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on January 07, 2008, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 07, 2008, 11:05:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: Aram on January 08, 2008, 09:33:00 AM
Quote
Originally posted by Shawn Leonard:Shawn, you can bet on that. Ru will remember this and share the memories of it for as long as he lives, I am sure. You can gather by the response so far how special this hunt is to us grown-ups, I can only imagine what it means to be twelve and part of it. Ru is 14 and this is his third year at it. Last thing before he left for winter vacation and first thing upon his return was whether I will/ did check in on the Joan Leonard Memorial Bunny Hunt Official Post.
... I bet if someone were to ask Lil' Joe or RU 50 years from now about their early hunting careers, they would remember the "Joan Leonard Memorial Bunny Hunt" ...
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Post by: Stone Knife on January 08, 2008, 12:29:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on January 08, 2008, 01:57:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on January 08, 2008, 02:32:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on January 08, 2008, 02:40:00 PM
Quote
Originally posted by Kingstaken:Hey, at least you can out of that drive with a net gain in the ammo department. Probably the only one who can say that for the entire weekend. LOL
Can we make sure this time that if shooting the squirrels up in trees that all are well behind the shooter and not on the other side of the valley in which direction the arrow is coming..... :scared: incommmiiinnggggg
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 08, 2008, 06:00:00 PM
"Team Pink"
As Joe said, it has epitomized serious bowhunters who know that you can hunt with bright fletching and still get the job done, if you want to become part of the team you must be a solid, serious bowhunter who also knows how to have fun..........and have some type of hot pink on your arrows!!!!!! h
Here is a quick glimpse of some 2018's I put together that will fit the bill nicely this year.....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/huntrdfk/P1000229.jpg)
So, if you think you fit the bill, and want to join, here is your invitation.....(and there is NO prerequisite that you have to wear that, um, "woman's outfit").
David
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 08, 2008, 06:38:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on January 08, 2008, 06:40:00 PM
For the Raffle this year, my Theme is YOUTH. I have one dozen Chundoo Arrows made up, spined 40-45#, full length. 5" Parabolic feathers, 2 Chartruese, 1 White with a crown dip of Rocket Red and white nock.
Next, a $50 Gift Certificate to my shop. Good towards the purchase of AMG Feathers, Scent/Lure, Arrow Dynamic or Gold Tip carbon shafts.
Then, 6 Arrow Dynamic Trad Lites. The standard nocks are white and come with screw in adapters. I am adding 6 Nock adapters and 6 Flo Green nocks in 9/32. The nock adapters can be cut off at the tip to accept a standard "G" nock.
Those beautiful Pink arrows Dave brought a tear to my eye...a lump in my throat...and a swelling in ...uhh...never mind...Killy may be reading this! :scared: :rolleyes: :D
Post by: Killdeer on January 08, 2008, 07:24:00 PM
Post by: mooseman76 on January 08, 2008, 07:35:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 08, 2008, 07:41:00 PM
Post by: swampbuck on January 08, 2008, 08:02:00 PM
Post by: tippit on January 08, 2008, 08:42:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 08, 2008, 09:22:00 PM
Killdeer :smileystooges:
Post by: adkmountainken on January 08, 2008, 09:25:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 08, 2008, 10:11:00 PM
For the newbies. Get used to that kid at Christmas feeling. Once you see all the stuff laid out on the tables, you just kinda glaze over. Some of the nicest things I have seen.
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 09, 2008, 04:01:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 09, 2008, 05:02:00 PM
Check out the 2008 Bunny Hunt Bow thread, post what you will be bringing and I'll keep a detailed running list, just to give you something more to look forward to!
David
Post by: vermonster13 on January 09, 2008, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on January 09, 2008, 06:10:00 PM
It's a great opportunity for guys who want to learn the skills of Serpentining through the woods deer driving and stillhunting.
A Typical Day....Breakfast at 5am...served by Mike in a Pink Ballerina outfit...The "Drive" starts at 6:30 and the first patch of woods is 150 yds long...heavily wooded. This drive will take roughly 4 hrs.
Then its back for lunch and practice on Mikes 3D Range. After a hearty lunch of peanut butter and jelly sandwhiches....you'll begin the 2nd drive.
After walking the roads for about 1.5 miles...you enter a 200 long patch of woods and fields....mostly wide open fields.
You will drive this and roughly again, 4 hrs and your finished. 7pm is dinner...Italian House specialties....then a few drinks, DVD's, fireplace....all relaxing as Mike plays the ever thoughtful hostess in one of his elegant evening gowns.....Pink of course...
Yupper...some lucky bowhunter will have the time of his life and learn the true meaning of Serpentining for Whitetails.
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 09, 2008, 06:40:00 PM
Joe dosen't know how to hunt. Why do ya think bamboo gets all the deer?
Joe didn't take a shower for three days. We thought the septic tank was backing up. It was Skippers underware. See he never changes them. Just turns them inside out. Over and over and over again! :eek:
Oh Yea! When he left for home I found all my canned cat food stolen. Guess what you guys are gonna be dippin' your chips in at the motel Saturday night?
I'll Think Of More Later
... mike ... :p ...
Post by: woodchucker on January 09, 2008, 07:23:00 PM
I think Kevin and I are sleeping in a tent!!!!!
Post by: adkmountainken on January 09, 2008, 07:36:00 PM
did ya mix up the snow dance with the wind dance??? holy cow man my truck got straffed by garbage cans, limbs, cats, dogs and everything but the kitchen sink!!
Post by: Killdeer on January 09, 2008, 07:50:00 PM
"See he never changes them. Just turns them inside out. Over and over and over again!"
So, Joe's ambidextrous! Admirable skill for the two-fisted archer! And if the duffle isn't crammed full of clothing, there is more room for things like..dip! :bigsmyl:
Most practical! I can see myself becoming a better hunter already!
Killdeer :wavey:
Post by: Stone Knife on January 09, 2008, 07:50:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on January 09, 2008, 08:17:00 PM
Mikey...that wasn't me...it was Woodonly...he never showered and hid the cat food under the bed at night. I don't think Barry could handle me, Scott and Bamboo all in one week...you did an admirable job....although Scott is still having nightmares when you came down those stairs the first night!!!
Post by: Stone Knife on January 09, 2008, 08:19:00 PM
Post by: LeeNY on January 09, 2008, 08:34:00 PM
I'll be bringing a couple of kids bows for the table and perhaps a knife or two.
David PM me what you need in the food and beverage line.
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEEEEEEAAAAAHHH!
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 09, 2008, 08:40:00 PM
Awful warm here....snow is pretty much all gone(Chuck, thats your sign).
And dont bash cat food til ya try it. :rolleyes:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 09, 2008, 09:13:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 09, 2008, 09:26:00 PM
Hey Joe, sounds to me like Mikey is a pretty good host...... :bigsmyl:
David
Post by: LeeNY on January 09, 2008, 09:45:00 PM
Shawn, I'm glad I didn't get it. Besides I like my schedule just the way it is. As usual Saturday will be my only day.
I can't wait!!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Killdeer on January 09, 2008, 09:53:00 PM
Post by: southpawshooter on January 09, 2008, 10:05:00 PM
Killy, this crowd is rough but I'm sure you'll get them to tow the line!!!!!!!!! :thumbsup:
Joe is very careful to get the most between washes. Not only does he turn them inside out over and over again, but gets twice the distance by swapping front to back also. What a system!!!!!!!
When driving Joe doesn't even have to walk - he just stands upwind and the deer haul it outta there!! :jumper:
Post by: LeeNY on January 09, 2008, 10:07:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 09, 2008, 10:12:00 PM
Thanks everyone.
And, ditto what Lee said!
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 09, 2008, 10:16:00 PM
Post by: Guru on January 10, 2008, 05:36:00 AM
Post by: Killdeer on January 10, 2008, 05:53:00 AM
Killdeer :archer:
Post by: adkmountainken on January 10, 2008, 06:43:00 AM
Post by: Linc on January 10, 2008, 07:22:00 AM
Post by: Killdeer on January 10, 2008, 02:20:00 PM
I got my leave approved today! :bigsmyl:
Killdeer :jumper:
Post by: woodchucker on January 10, 2008, 05:22:00 PM
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 10, 2008, 06:07:00 PM
Post by: nanook712 on January 10, 2008, 06:17:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 10, 2008, 06:31:00 PM
Good for you Killy......I was just thinking of something today, do I understand it right that you are going to ship your bow to Shawn so it will be there when you arrive?????? I'd be careful, Shawn's got an awful lot on his plate right now, he might forget where he put it.......course, you could send it to me instead where I promise it will be safe and sound... :archer: (I'll even keep it with another Morrison so it won't be lonely)
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 10, 2008, 06:41:00 PM
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on January 10, 2008, 06:45:00 PM
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on January 10, 2008, 06:46:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 10, 2008, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 10, 2008, 07:12:00 PM
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 10, 2008, 07:20:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 10, 2008, 09:11:00 PM
Or else! :readit: :mad: :knothead:
Killdeer
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 10, 2008, 10:34:00 PM
Post by: southpawshooter on January 11, 2008, 10:13:00 AM
Post by: Kingstaken on January 11, 2008, 11:00:00 AM
Thats not a piece of garbage sticking out of the rabbits mouth, well atleast anything we would call in front of him... :D
(http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q93/Kingtaken/BuunyMikeC.jpg)
Post by: southpawshooter on January 11, 2008, 11:19:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on January 11, 2008, 12:00:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 11, 2008, 12:13:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on January 11, 2008, 12:22:00 PM
Post by: swampbuck on January 11, 2008, 12:32:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 11, 2008, 01:00:00 PM
Damon...found another ramin arrow for ya.
That bow list is already huge...like a kid at a candy store.
OOHHHHHHHHH YYYYYYYYEEEEEAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!
Post by: swampbuck on January 11, 2008, 03:39:00 PM
Post by: ghost rob on January 11, 2008, 04:40:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 11, 2008, 05:50:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 11, 2008, 06:17:00 PM
... mike ...
P.S. Make No Mention Of My Camo Pajamas!!! ;)
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 11, 2008, 06:57:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 11, 2008, 07:53:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 11, 2008, 08:01:00 PM
Kudos to both of you Sue and Kevin! :thumbsup: :archer:
David
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 11, 2008, 08:12:00 PM
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 11, 2008, 08:18:00 PM
David
......think anyone will notice if I win.......
Post by: woodchucker on January 11, 2008, 09:52:00 PM
Can You Hear The Beat????? and The Stompin' Of My Feet?????
All You Hunters Know.....We're Gonna Need Some SNOW!!!!!
TO HUNT THE BUNNIES!!!!!!!!!!
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
Post by: adkmountainken on January 11, 2008, 10:01:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on January 11, 2008, 10:04:00 PM
(watch your mailbox) ;)
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 11, 2008, 10:06:00 PM
David
Post by: woodchucker on January 11, 2008, 10:11:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 11, 2008, 10:12:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 12, 2008, 07:44:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on January 12, 2008, 08:59:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on January 12, 2008, 09:46:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 12, 2008, 09:54:00 AM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 12, 2008, 12:22:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 12, 2008, 04:20:00 PM
BUT! ... Next weekend I'll be up at my place in the Catskills doin' my own Warm Up! Any of you fellas in the area are welcome to join me. Just send me a PM before Friday night so I can give you all the info you'll need to find my house. I don't have a PC in my hunting hide away.
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 12, 2008, 06:10:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 12, 2008, 06:32:00 PM
oh oh oh OOOHHHHHHHHH!!!!! YEAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH!!!
... mike ...
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on January 12, 2008, 08:05:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 12, 2008, 08:20:00 PM
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on January 12, 2008, 08:23:00 PM
Go get em.
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 12, 2008, 11:19:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 12, 2008, 11:25:00 PM
Off to bed now, Hunter and I are off to a local 3D in the morning, later in the week a friend and I are planning a trip north for a day of snowshoe hare hunting! (Takes 3 hours to get there, almost as long as it takes to get to Shawn's from here!!!)
David
Post by: Stone Knife on January 13, 2008, 08:39:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on January 13, 2008, 12:03:00 PM
Next time if there's snow those bunnies are in trouble!
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 13, 2008, 12:20:00 PM
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_0976.jpg)
Now notice the shot placement on those two arrows. The first of Damon's shot took him between the eyes. Three good shots, two judos and a steel blunt....who says rabbits are easy to kill?
Then we found some deer sign.
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/000_0059.jpg)
Then we crossed the road to hunt behind my house. We saw more bunnies, but couldnt hunt the good stuff too long as the landowner was out with his friends bird hunting, so we circled back and called it a day. All in all, a great warm up hunt. OOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH YYYYYEEEEEEAAAAAAAAHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Now if Damon will just stop hogging the bunnies...
Post by: Stone Knife on January 13, 2008, 12:30:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 13, 2008, 12:32:00 PM
We all should be getting some snow real soon. It will keep me at work late for a couple of days. Then....... Warm Up At My Place In Cornwallville! :) The Tree Rats are in trouble! :eek: Might get lucky in those heavy pines and see a snowshoe or even a hungry coyote. Can't wait for next weekend!
... mike ... :campfire: ...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 13, 2008, 12:35:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 13, 2008, 01:02:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 13, 2008, 01:18:00 PM
Gotta Hunt Soon! :banghead: Gotta Get In The Woods! :banghead: You fellas that live out of the city are lucky. Just shootin' my bow in the driveway ain't enough...... :( ...
... mike ...
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 13, 2008, 01:43:00 PM
Shawn...kinda figured you might want to do that. Just bring your turkey tags too as I almost always see them from the stand.
A little over a month......OOOOOHHHH YYYYYEEEEEAAAHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 13, 2008, 02:34:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on January 13, 2008, 02:47:00 PM
Quote
Originally posted by ishiwannabe:Hey! that yellow arrow looks an awful lot like one of the one I donated behind the greenhouse last year! :banghead: :banghead: ;)
We got out there today and had some fun. Shawn, Damon, myself and the nototrious Mrs. Fudd saw quite a few rabbits, Damon walking away the winner. It took three arrows, but we finally put em down for good.
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_0976.jpg)
Now notice the shot placement on those two arrows. The first of Damon's shot took him between the eyes. Three good shots, two judos and a steel blunt....who says rabbits are easy to kill?
Then we found some deer sign.
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/000_0059.jpg)
Then we crossed the road to hunt behind my house. We saw more bunnies, but couldnt hunt the good stuff too long as the landowner was out with his friends bird hunting, so we circled back and called it a day. All in all, a great warm up hunt. OOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH YYYYYEEEEEEAAAAAAAAHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Now if Damon will just stop hogging the bunnies...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 13, 2008, 03:16:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 13, 2008, 03:19:00 PM
Post by: LeeNY on January 13, 2008, 04:49:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on January 13, 2008, 05:22:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 13, 2008, 05:36:00 PM
NOW what did I do, and how many of you rats are talking about me behind my back? About what?
Cough it up before I come up there and start whuppin y'all. I'm in a wallerin' mood. :saywhat:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 13, 2008, 05:44:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 13, 2008, 05:52:00 PM
Post by: 3dmuzzy on January 13, 2008, 06:26:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 13, 2008, 06:30:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on January 13, 2008, 06:46:00 PM
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 13, 2008, 07:12:00 PM
It was nice to get out there today. We will have to do another hunt during the week....might even have to let the "bunny terminator" know...he might let us shoot this time.
Mike, need us to bring anything???
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 13, 2008, 07:48:00 PM
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: swampbuck on January 13, 2008, 07:54:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 13, 2008, 09:10:00 PM
Joe & Sonny (http://tinypic.com/player.php?v=6ybvlf9&s=1)
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 13, 2008, 09:15:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on January 13, 2008, 09:19:00 PM
I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Bowspirit on January 13, 2008, 11:46:00 PM
Chuck, if ya' ever need a little help, figure I can break dance a little storm over the way of the bunny hunt...
Oh man, this hunt is gonna be big!
OOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!
Post by: woodchucker on January 14, 2008, 10:03:00 AM
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: bbassi on January 14, 2008, 10:57:00 AM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 14, 2008, 04:22:00 PM
Post by: NOMAD88 on January 14, 2008, 04:27:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 14, 2008, 04:42:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on January 14, 2008, 04:52:00 PM
I gonna try and Dance-Up a steady accumulation,instead of dumpin' a full blown Nor-Easter on top of everyone like I did last year.
Poor Brother Ken didn't get power back for a week!!!!! :banghead:
Post by: adkmountainken on January 14, 2008, 05:12:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 14, 2008, 05:19:00 PM
... mike ... aka ... 14" draw ...
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 14, 2008, 05:47:00 PM
I'm makin' an early trip to NY if you keep it up....we got another foot today, which brings the total to about 5 feet since December 1st......
David
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 14, 2008, 06:04:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 14, 2008, 06:38:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on January 14, 2008, 07:07:00 PM
DANG!!!!!!!!!! Where the heck did I put that darn compass!!!!! :banghead:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 14, 2008, 07:07:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 14, 2008, 08:54:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 14, 2008, 09:24:00 PM
:campfire:
Post by: adkmountainken on January 14, 2008, 09:32:00 PM
can ya light the match from the bottom of yer boot? :D
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 14, 2008, 09:37:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 14, 2008, 10:30:00 PM
Kenny, they don't make matches like they used to back in the day. A good batch, you can light on your zipper, or the seat of your pants, but they are rare. Apparently we have grown too dumb to handle the old "Lucifers" that used to grace many a vesta. And they won't let me carry such on an airplane. :(
Killdeer
Post by: Kingstaken on January 15, 2008, 09:38:00 AM
Post by: Killdeer on January 15, 2008, 02:30:00 PM
Killdeer :goldtooth:
Post by: woodchucker on January 15, 2008, 07:00:00 PM
I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 15, 2008, 07:07:00 PM
26 Central Ave.
Ravena NY 12143 , there is my addy for the world to see. Sorry I have been super busy and with the snow and ice I have been working a bit more than I like. I am gonna do little tune-up tomorrow afternoon, I had to go to the DR. today. I am still shooting and he told me I cannot do much more damage but no doubt will need the surgery ASAP. I wanted to know about smoking or non for the room reservations, I would hate for Kathy to set off the smoke alarms and than have team pink come running out of their rooms as she will be in the same motel. Can ya imagine the evacuation, Mikey running out with a pink bra and panties wrapped around his head and Joe running out behind him with a bow in one hand and quiver full of pink arrows in the other!! :biglaugh: :biglaugh: OOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!! Shawn
Post by: woodchucker on January 15, 2008, 07:09:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on January 15, 2008, 07:10:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 15, 2008, 07:56:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 15, 2008, 08:04:00 PM
Post by: southpawshooter on January 15, 2008, 08:26:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 15, 2008, 08:47:00 PM
No Fun At All :rolleyes:
The next morning I got a free (Mark paid) breakfast. Let them tell ya how.
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: Stone Knife on January 15, 2008, 08:51:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on January 15, 2008, 11:05:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 16, 2008, 03:24:00 AM
Post by: Killdeer on January 16, 2008, 05:58:00 AM
I'm not as old as Cher.
Or as good-looking! I doubt you could get her to soften up rose bushes for you, though.
I talked to Ted last night, and he said my ash shafting will be in the mail this morning.
Hey! Ted! It's MORNING!!! :archer:
Post by: Stone Knife on January 16, 2008, 06:32:00 AM
Post by: southpawshooter on January 16, 2008, 07:45:00 AM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 16, 2008, 12:08:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on January 16, 2008, 12:15:00 PM
I was thinking more like the:
"Mikey and Cher" show..
Should be very interesting :biglaugh:
Post by: joe skipp on January 16, 2008, 01:32:00 PM
Also...wasn't it last year Mikey was on the Tricycle racing down the hall for us filling up our Ice Buckets??? Kingstaken was there...he does not lie!!! It was story telling and mixing all night and Little Mikey was right in the middle of it! ;) :p
We had Sopressta, Venison Pepperoni, Cheeses, homemade chunk parmesaen cheese, plus a great bunch of hunters enjoying the evening. Even Fran showed up but was reluctant to bring the pink bra/panties back up to his room....where Mo was silently waiting..... :rolleyes: :scared:
Fun will be at the first floor at the Comfort Inn...
Post by: Kingstaken on January 16, 2008, 01:43:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk@Work on January 16, 2008, 01:54:00 PM
David
Post by: Killdeer on January 16, 2008, 03:35:00 PM
Post by: swampbuck on January 16, 2008, 03:58:00 PM
My oldest with a puzzled look says "great danes aren't that big" LOL her sister wacked her and said "where getting a boat stupid"
They didn't want another beagle so it was kinda funny and I did have a pair of coon hounds at one time named Buddy and Holley
Post by: NOMAD88 on January 16, 2008, 04:14:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on January 16, 2008, 04:26:00 PM
I can't believe that our be-loved Killdeer is just falling in with this bunch.....
(and she's NEVER even laid eyes on them) :confused:
She probly already has a quiver full of pink arrows in route to Shawn's house this very minute,AND.....
It just doesn't seem right,that a "lady" would have pictures of "little men" riding tricycles,just lying around within easy reach like that!!!!! :saywhat:
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
Post by: Killdeer on January 16, 2008, 05:27:00 PM
:goldtooth:
Post by: Stone Knife on January 16, 2008, 05:33:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 16, 2008, 06:01:00 PM
:D
Looks better and better each time I check the posts....and the hunt is gonna be good too!
Mikey...sat or sun?
OOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH YYYEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 16, 2008, 06:56:00 PM
To all the rest of you Big Bad He Men ... :p ...
Killy, don't be a scared of this crew... Like I said, they are all talk and NO ACTION!!! Why do ya think they are so worked up about PINK stuff?!
Jamie..... Saturday AND Sunday!!!!! :D
... mike ...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 16, 2008, 08:28:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 16, 2008, 09:52:00 PM
Killdeer :bigsmyl:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 16, 2008, 10:13:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 16, 2008, 10:23:00 PM
Here is the food list as it stands now, (Pretty much complete), as Shawn said above, if you haven't jumped in on this don't be afraid to bring water or sports drink, it's pretty important to stay hydrated through the weekend. (Remeber what I look like with hamstring cramps at 11 at night.....not pretty).
Probably wouldn't hurt to have another desert or two either.
Beverages- at least 8 cases of canned soda or juice(no glass)--->Drewsbow(2 cases of soda)Mcgroundstalker(4 cases of soda)Southpawshooter. Bowspirit(2cases of soda)Fran/Mo
2-3 gallons of orange and apple juice--->Stone Knife
Few cases of Bottled Water-------->3dMuzzy, Southpawshooter
Main dishes-to feed at least 15 people or so.---->Stone Knife(1 dish)Jeremy(1 dish)Keith Deters(1 Dish)ADKmountainken(1 Dish)Swampbuck(1 Dish)Guru(1 Dish)Kingstaken(1 dish)Compoundguy(1 dish)
Mac Salad----------->Bowspirit
Hot Dogs and Rolls 3-4 dozen of each---->Herkimerhunter
Lunch Meat+Cheese-5-6#s of lunch meat-2-3#s of cheese--->LeeNY
Chips an assortment of 5-6 big bags---->Jeremy, LeeNY
Pickles-3-4 jars----->3dMuzzy
Cereal+Milk-3-4-boxesand 2 gallons milk---->Aram
Donuts-3-4 dozen(COP Cakes)---->Swampbuck
Bagels +(4) Cream cheese-3-4-dozen---->-Bamboo
Condiments(Butter 3#s, mustard, ketchup,Hellmans Mayo, relish)---->-Bamboo
Butter---------->-Shawn
6ft. sub---------->Shawn
coffee, cream,sugar hot chocolate, tea-------->Shawn
venison stew-------->Shawn
chili-------->Herkimerhunter
meatballs------->Dbldroptyne(Two Large Trays)
portugeese rolls---------->Dbldroptyne
soup------->
rolls and bread----->Drewsbow
4-5 Deserts--------->Keith Deters(2)Fran/Mo(2 pies)Indianabowman(1) Guru (1)
Paper Towels 6-8 rolls----->Huntrdfk
Paper Plates heavy duty ones like 150 or so.--->Huntrdfk
Plastic bowls or paper bowls---->Huntrdfk
Styrofoam Cups for hot beverages at least 120---------> Huntrdfk
plastic silverware, knives,forks and spoons 100 or so of each-------->Huntrdfk
Large Garbage Bags----------->Huntrdfk
Box of 1 gallon zip lock bags-------->Huntrdfk
Thre rolls of aluminum foil--------->Huntrdfk
Two large coolers with ice(three bags each)------>-Ishiwannabe
A few targets------>-Huntrdfk(Bear)Bowspirit(Block)McGroundstalker(Raccoon, Woodchuck, Fox, Tom Turkey, Coyote)
SNOW-1FOOT OR LESS!!---------->Woodchucker
I am ready to go!!!!!!!!
David
Post by: woodchucker on January 17, 2008, 09:39:00 AM
(under a foot.....PLEASE don't hit David.....under a foot.....)
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 17, 2008, 06:52:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 17, 2008, 07:49:00 PM
David
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 17, 2008, 08:02:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: joe skipp on January 17, 2008, 08:16:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 17, 2008, 09:00:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on January 17, 2008, 09:08:00 PM
(PLEASE don't hit David) :banghead:
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 17, 2008, 09:20:00 PM
David
Post by: vermonster13 on January 17, 2008, 09:47:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 17, 2008, 10:00:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 18, 2008, 04:51:00 AM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 18, 2008, 06:56:00 AM
Post by: 3dmuzzy on January 18, 2008, 09:22:00 AM
Post by: allanburden on January 18, 2008, 10:56:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on January 18, 2008, 11:20:00 AM
I missed the first one,Joe Skipp told me about it about 3 days before it happened and told me it was for "members only". After the first Bunny Hunt,I joined TradGang and followed the "Bunny Hunt" thread vowing to attend "next year".....
On the second Bunny Hunt,we pushed a VERY thick hillside that was completely COVERED with multiflora rose bushes.I remember starting the drive with Mr.Leonard on my right,and David on my left.About half way through both David and I were hopelessly entangled.David ended up throwing his bow to whoever was below him,covered his face and "bull-dozed" through.Somehow I managed to bust my way through the thicket and came out into the open woods to find.....
Old "Pop" Leonard.....sittin' on a log,looking like he had been there for hours. :confused:
As I looked at him with that WHERE THE HELL DID YOU COME FROM look on my face,he just looked at me and smiled and said "it's pretty thick in there,isn't it".
Yes My Friends.....He is a tough one!!!!! I can't wait to see him again!!!!!
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 18, 2008, 02:21:00 PM
Gonna hit the road out of the city in about an hour. Call me at my place tonight. I'll PM my phone number to ya. (Don't want Chuck to call me in the middle of the night) ... :p ... If there isn't too much snow I'll set up the 3D course. I'm glad you are having dad tag along. We should have a good time.....Hunting......Shooting......Stumping.....Being together with friends!
Drive Safe! See Ya Saturday!
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: joe skipp on January 18, 2008, 02:43:00 PM
If the snow starts coming down in large flakes, very rapidly....shoot him! :scared: :rolleyes:
Team Pink will be proud of ya...... :eek: :saywhat:
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 18, 2008, 05:01:00 PM
I'M DANCIN!!! I'M DANCIN!!!
I end up shovelling or having to pay a plow truck to clear me out!!!! :banghead: :banghead:
I don't know what we created last year, Hunter wants pink fletching on his arrows so he can be part of Team Pink too!
David
Post by: woodchucker on January 18, 2008, 07:17:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 18, 2008, 07:39:00 PM
David
Post by: jacobsladder on January 18, 2008, 09:01:00 PM
as long as im back by mid february to do the MICHIGAN BUNNY STOMP !!!!!!!!!!!
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 18, 2008, 09:32:00 PM
Post by: vermonster13 on January 18, 2008, 09:45:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 18, 2008, 09:52:00 PM
Post by: Peter Smith on January 18, 2008, 10:12:00 PM
I had such an awesome time last year, bustin brush and chasing those little bunnies. Hope you guys kill a ton of em. But, in the mean time, Have a great time!
Bob and Tom,
let me know if you have a warm up shoot, I may be able to make one of those.
Pete Smith
Post by: Stone Knife on January 19, 2008, 06:05:00 AM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 19, 2008, 08:22:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on January 19, 2008, 10:37:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on January 19, 2008, 11:03:00 AM
Not sure when for the next warm up this weekend would be a cold one LOL I'll probably make it out to exercise the dog but not for a long run and maybe not with my bow since thats what I've had the last 3 hunts
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 19, 2008, 11:21:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on January 19, 2008, 01:57:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 19, 2008, 04:12:00 PM
David
Post by: Mrs Stickman on January 19, 2008, 05:59:00 PM
Bust some bunnies for us!
Post by: adkmountainken on January 19, 2008, 06:51:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 19, 2008, 07:19:00 PM
Anyway, I'm back in the Bronx now and happy to be home with my wife. But, gonna be dreaming about the JLMBH tonight..... after I take care of bin-ness! :jumper:
... mike ...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 19, 2008, 07:25:00 PM
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on January 19, 2008, 07:40:00 PM
OOOHHHHHHHH YYYYYYYYAAAAAAAAA
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 19, 2008, 10:20:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on January 20, 2008, 10:05:00 AM
"Not Standing There You're Not" - "Pop" Leonard
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Peter Smith on January 20, 2008, 10:12:00 AM
Shawn,
Im goen to try and send something for the table with Bob and Tom if I can.
Pete
Pete
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 20, 2008, 10:29:00 AM
Post by: mike g on January 20, 2008, 12:47:00 PM
the shoot is a Long way from CA. butt I'll be there in spirit.......
Post by: Guru on January 20, 2008, 04:07:00 PM
Thanx for your generosity :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Post by: Bowspirit on January 20, 2008, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on January 20, 2008, 06:32:00 PM
Two years ago we had bitter cold weather to hunt in...year before rain...last year..our dancing "Bunny" brought us 3 ft. Its time we all email Woodchucker and voice our opinions on what we would like to see.
My order....30 degrees...no strong winds...and about 8" of fresh powder would be nice. Bring plenty of Gatorade and carry a few bananas with you. Those leg cramps can be very unforgiving...especially when busting through Briarback Mtn.
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 20, 2008, 07:46:00 PM
David
Post by: Stone Knife on January 20, 2008, 07:55:00 PM
Post by: Alex.B on January 20, 2008, 08:10:00 PM
ooooooh oui oui oui!!
cheers :) :) :)
Alex
Post by: J.Williams on January 20, 2008, 08:26:00 PM
Post by: Tdog on January 20, 2008, 09:23:00 PM
Post by: J.Williams on January 20, 2008, 10:20:00 PM
Post by: Tdog on January 20, 2008, 10:39:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 21, 2008, 09:53:00 AM
This thing looks huge. Im getting ready.
Mike, I will get them out to ya in the next week or so, depending on my progress. Again, sorry I was too ill to make it this past weekend. If you end up checking on your cabin at all before the big unt, letme know we will hook up....or if ya need me to check on it, just ask.
Shawn, when is the next warm up taking place? I have hand warmers. :D
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 21, 2008, 01:38:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 21, 2008, 07:19:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 21, 2008, 07:54:00 PM
David
Post by: Tim Kosteczko on January 21, 2008, 07:55:00 PM
Tim
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 21, 2008, 08:01:00 PM
Post by: swampbuck on January 21, 2008, 08:03:00 PM
http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=29;t=000001
Very first bunny hunt 8 of us in 04 it's gotten a little bigger since then oooooooooohhhhhhhh yeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaahhhhhhh
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 21, 2008, 08:23:00 PM
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 21, 2008, 08:28:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 21, 2008, 09:02:00 PM
I just wanted to reiterate how awesome last year was for a "first timer". My observations:You meet a ton of great people. Eat some awesome food. Hunt some rough bunny country. Eat some more great food. And then you have the raffle...seems like everyone walks away with new friends, full stomachs, sore legs, and something wonderful from the raffle table. Then you repeat everything but the raffle the next day.
It was my first real introduction to trad bows and I got hooked. If you are thinking about trying to make it....try harder. Come once, you will come back. That simple.
Post by: nanook712 on January 21, 2008, 09:12:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 21, 2008, 09:15:00 PM
Post by: swampbuck on January 21, 2008, 10:11:00 PM
Anybody heard from Meat or Walkingstick? It's always nice to see the friends made along the way
Post by: Killdeer on January 22, 2008, 05:30:00 AM
Post by: Kingstaken on January 22, 2008, 02:19:00 PM
Post by: vermonster13 on January 22, 2008, 02:21:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 22, 2008, 03:21:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 22, 2008, 04:09:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 22, 2008, 06:35:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 22, 2008, 06:45:00 PM
Drives me nuts to do it at the last minute like that. Doesn't leave me any time to fix whatever I do wrong!
:scared:
( :jumper: )
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 22, 2008, 06:49:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 22, 2008, 07:18:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 22, 2008, 07:27:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 22, 2008, 07:43:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 22, 2008, 07:58:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 22, 2008, 08:05:00 PM
Snipsnipsnipsnipsnip vs. WHACK!!
How long of a machete will fit in the overhead luggage compartment?
Killdeer :D
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 22, 2008, 08:21:00 PM
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 22, 2008, 08:44:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 22, 2008, 08:47:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 22, 2008, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 22, 2008, 09:24:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/huntrdfk/DSC03035.jpg)
If you look close, you can see the end where I actually pruned away brush just so I could draw my bow in there......just above the middle left of the picture is the hole the bunny was in, I could actually see his butt end there. I shot him straight down at about two feet, I never would have had a shot of any kind if I didn't have pruners with me!
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 22, 2008, 11:09:00 PM
Post by: Aram on January 23, 2008, 11:59:00 AM
Quote
Originally posted by Shawn Leonard::confused: :rolleyes: :confused:
Absolute!!! Power has hit me!! OOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!! Shawn
I have no clue what you mean, Shawn, but that's got to be one of my favorite quotes yet.
:biglaugh:
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 23, 2008, 12:02:00 PM
Kingstaken....I won TWO bows. :D
Shawn, I dont think I can hunt at all for the next week or two, docs orders. Orders or not, I will be hunting in Feb. :goldtooth:
Jim...ya might want to add a suit of full leather to that pointy hat and set of goggles. Poor kid. Im sure he would do it though... :biglaugh:
Post by: Kingstaken on January 23, 2008, 03:44:00 PM
I know you won two bows... :thumbsup:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 23, 2008, 04:28:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 23, 2008, 04:35:00 PM
I better take the dog to the park... :rolleyes:
Killdeer~just bought my Carhartts! :)
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 23, 2008, 05:23:00 PM
Quote
Originally posted by Killdeer::smileystooges:
OMG, there's a southern tent preacher in Albany. He's handling snakes and laying his hands on the prunerless. :eek:
David
Post by: Bowspirit on January 23, 2008, 05:28:00 PM
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Absolute!!! Power has hit me!!Think I'm gonna have to wear a shirt to the hunt with that exact statement on it. Just to good a quote to waste...
:bigsmyl:
Post by: Izzy on January 23, 2008, 05:41:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 23, 2008, 06:21:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 23, 2008, 06:25:00 PM
Absolutely!
Killdeer~1000 denier cordura... :)
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 23, 2008, 06:58:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on January 23, 2008, 07:41:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 23, 2008, 08:38:00 PM
David
Post by: Bowspirit on January 23, 2008, 08:40:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 23, 2008, 08:48:00 PM
David
Post by: joe skipp on January 23, 2008, 08:52:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 23, 2008, 08:53:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on January 23, 2008, 08:54:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on January 23, 2008, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 23, 2008, 08:58:00 PM
Thanks!
... mike ...
PS... David dosen't need a license if all he's gonna do is carry our bunnies! :p
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 23, 2008, 08:59:00 PM
David
Post by: joe skipp on January 23, 2008, 09:01:00 PM
Thats not dance steps...its called staggering. The Gods can't figure out if they should send some snow, rain or just laugh :scared: :eek: :clapper:
Now theres something Killy should capture on film!!!
Post by: adkmountainken on January 23, 2008, 09:03:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 23, 2008, 09:06:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 23, 2008, 09:07:00 PM
These are stained and have the spine marked on them. They need the cap spray of FL pink and then a poly sealer. (The blue is just tape, for masking and prelim. spine marking.)
Hope one of them connects!
Killdeer
:bigsmyl:
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 23, 2008, 09:08:00 PM
Joe, not only will Chuck have to eat dinner in them, my vote is that he has to hunt in them too! Think about that picture for a second..... :scared: :scared:
David
Post by: joe skipp on January 23, 2008, 09:08:00 PM
Mikey...I lost the application...draw up another and shoot it to me or post it yourself..make sure you spell Serpentine correctly....
Post by: adkmountainken on January 23, 2008, 09:10:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 23, 2008, 09:12:00 PM
Thank You..... Again!
... mike ...
PS....David, :p
Post by: joe skipp on January 23, 2008, 09:13:00 PM
I just realized his son Kevin is coming...we may need another outfit...like Father like son!! Pray for cold weather and we'll see if the old turtle comes outta his shell!!! :scared: :eek:
Post by: Killdeer on January 23, 2008, 09:19:00 PM
Obviously ill and suffering. Just gotta kill something that pitiful.
Killdeer
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Post by: Huntrdfk on January 23, 2008, 09:22:00 PM
First, you have to be available Sept 22-28, and Oct 13-18, as those are the time I will be applying.
At the hunt I will have a signup sheet if you want to participate, please only do so if you are available.
I will draw the name right after the raffle ends......
Now I like Chuck a lot, but people are beginning to think this thing is fixed, I mean he has won two years running now, you know what I mean?
Thanks for the pass Joe........seems that certain NY residents will be allowed to hunt New England after all.
Just got a dozen shafts for arrows for Hunter, along with 36 4" pink feathers to adorn them!!!!!
David :bigsmyl:
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 23, 2008, 09:27:00 PM
"Non-Resident NY Bunny Hunter Kills Rabbid Pink Panther in Self Defense"
David
Post by: woodchucker on January 23, 2008, 09:31:00 PM
I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!!
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: adkmountainken on January 23, 2008, 09:32:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 23, 2008, 09:35:00 PM
David
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 23, 2008, 09:36:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 23, 2008, 09:38:00 PM
David
Post by: bbassi on January 23, 2008, 09:39:00 PM
quote:
Originally posted by Killdeer:
I'd have to shoot him.
Obviously ill and suffering. Just gotta kill something that pitiful.
Killdeer :scared: :archer:
Sorry Chuck - I jut couldn't pass that one up! :biglaugh:
Post by: Jeremy on January 23, 2008, 09:45:00 PM
I could be wrong... I haven't bought a NY license since 2000 ;)
I think I'll actually put my name in for that drawing this year!
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 23, 2008, 09:48:00 PM
David
Post by: Bowspirit on January 23, 2008, 09:54:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on January 24, 2008, 09:33:00 AM
(between Dancin' and sleeping,with alittle work thrown in LOL)
I know that a bunch of folks are bringing a few differant bows so that we all have a "buffet" of bows to try,BUT.....
What are you bringing and USING for your main "Bunny Bow"????? :archer:
Kevin and I will be using our Mikuta longbows,with Selway "soft-kote" slip on bow quivers,loaded with Joe Skipp's custom cedar arrows (that I won in the 2007 TradGang St.Judes auction) tipped with 125gr. Ace "Hex-Head" blunts.
So.....Let's hear it.....Whatcha bringin'?????
Post by: Guru on January 24, 2008, 11:43:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 24, 2008, 12:30:00 PM
Post by: swampbuck on January 24, 2008, 03:33:00 PM
does we hafta hog tie ya ta make sure you'll be there both days LOL isn't it nearly a requirement for some folks hahahaha you bein one of them
Post by: Huntrdfk@Work on January 24, 2008, 03:38:00 PM
Quote
Originally posted by Guru:What's up with that??????? I'm with Tom on this one, I'll tie you to a bumper if I have too!!!
Jeez...with all this hoopla,you'd think there was a hunt or something going on :biglaugh:
....I sure hope I can get there both days....
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 24, 2008, 05:28:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 24, 2008, 05:32:00 PM
Quote
Originally posted by Huntrdfk:Just a quick note on the Maine moose hunt should we be drawn, the permit fee for a nonresident moose permit is
Ok, I was holding off on this, but I'll do it now.......as most of you know I apply for a Maine moose permit every year, and Maine require that if you are going to have a subpermittee, you must list him at the time of the application. As part of that, I have started a drawing after the raffle where I draw a name of an attendee of the hunt to be listed as my subpremittee, so, if you want a chance to hunt moose in Maine with me if I were to get drawn, here is your chance.
First, you have to be available Sept 22-28, and Oct 13-18, as those are the time I will be applying.
At the hunt I will have a signup sheet if you want to participate, please only do so if you are available.
I will draw the name right after the raffle ends......
$477.00
Just thought everyone should know.
David
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 24, 2008, 06:31:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 24, 2008, 07:36:00 PM
Shawn I figured Curt was taking about work, but I had to let him know how much he's loved!!!! :cool:
David
Post by: joe skipp on January 24, 2008, 07:44:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 24, 2008, 07:48:00 PM
1- Are ya gonna tie down the out house this year? Last year it almost tipped over :scared: when I got in it!
2- Are ya gonna keep a heater in the out house this year? I hope not cause there's nothing worse than having to smell extra-hot $#!& after 50 guys beat me in there! :eek:
3- Are ya gonna have clean/dry toilet paper in the out house this year? Hope so cause last year I got stuck without any and... well... David was walking close by and... Just ask him what happened to his new hat! :p
... mike ... :D ...
Post by: joe skipp on January 24, 2008, 07:54:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 24, 2008, 07:59:00 PM
David
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 24, 2008, 08:05:00 PM
... mike ... :D ...
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 24, 2008, 08:14:00 PM
David
Post by: Bowspirit on January 24, 2008, 08:22:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on January 24, 2008, 08:25:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 24, 2008, 08:44:00 PM
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: Tdog on January 24, 2008, 09:09:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 24, 2008, 09:36:00 PM
Post by: Guru on January 25, 2008, 05:26:00 AM
I guess I better get shootin',I've only shot about 10 arrows since getting back from my hunt.....Are we going to Tollgate bud?
Post by: Kingstaken on January 25, 2008, 10:04:00 AM
LMAO.. :clapper:
Post by: Kingstaken on January 25, 2008, 10:05:00 AM
I thought you told me when we shook hands that was brown paint you could not get off from one the things on your Honey Due List ?? :confused:
Anyway what 56" ????
Dont you mean your new Super Ultra Mini Griffin Short Recurve which is actually 56mm and not 56"? It's the model sold with the new Bowhunter G I Joe's and Ken Dolls :bigsmyl:
Post by: Stone Knife on January 25, 2008, 12:33:00 PM
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Dont you mean your new Super Ultra Mini Griffin Short Recurve which is actually 56mmAnyone remember those little troll dolls? I think they had a small bow for those to :bigsmyl:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 25, 2008, 07:06:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 25, 2008, 07:39:00 PM
Watch out Bunnies!!!!!!!!! :scared:
David
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 25, 2008, 07:44:00 PM
BRIARBACK MOUNTAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 25, 2008, 08:46:00 PM
Post by: J.Williams on January 25, 2008, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 26, 2008, 08:36:00 AM
God Bless You My Friend
... mike ...
Post by: Kingstaken on January 26, 2008, 08:47:00 AM
The lil man speaks with big voice and even bigger heart..
Post by: Tom Phillips on January 26, 2008, 10:21:00 AM
Glad to see the Bunny Hunt is causing alot of good commotion.I am planning on attending is there room for 1 - possibly 3 to crash at your parents house ? Myself & fellow Trad Gangers Allen Shelton & Lloyd Busch ? Also what do you need us to bring food,TP, papertowels let me know.I will have a donation or 2 for raffle.I only have dial up and it is slow otherwise I would read the other 38 pages :-) Hope your shoulder holds out !!
Tom
Post by: jacobsladder on January 26, 2008, 11:11:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 26, 2008, 11:15:00 AM
David
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 26, 2008, 11:19:00 AM
Beverages- at least 8 cases of canned soda or juice(no glass)--->Drewsbow(2 cases of soda)Mcgroundstalker(4 cases of soda)Southpawshooter. Bowspirit(2cases of soda)Fran/Mo, Tom Phillips
2-3 gallons of orange and apple juice--->Stone Knife
Few cases of Bottled Water-------->3dMuzzy, Southpawshooter
Main dishes-to feed at least 15 people or so.---->Stone Knife(2 dishes)Jeremy(1 dish)Keith Deters(1 Dish)ADKmountainken(1 Dish)Swampbuck(1 Dish)Guru(1 Dish)Kingstaken(1 dish)Compoundguy(1 dish)
Mac Salad----------->Bowspirit
Hot Dogs and Rolls 3-4 dozen of each---->Herkimerhunter
Lunch Meat+Cheese-5-6#s of lunch meat-2-3#s of cheese--->LeeNY
Chips an assortment of 5-6 big bags---->Jeremy, LeeNY
Pickles-3-4 jars----->3dMuzzy
Cereal+Milk-3-4-boxesand 2 gallons milk---->Aram
Donuts-3-4 dozen(COP Cakes)---->Swampbuck
Bagels +(4) Cream cheese-3-4-dozen---->-Bamboo
Condiments(Butter 3#s, mustard, ketchup,Hellmans Mayo, relish)---->-Bamboo
Butter---------->-Shawn
6ft. sub---------->Shawn
coffee, cream,sugar hot chocolate, tea-------->Shawn
venison stew-------->Shawn
chili-------->Herkimerhunter
meatballs------->Dbldroptyne(Two Large Trays)
portugeese rolls---------->Dbldroptyne
soup------->
rolls and bread----->Drewsbow
4-5 Deserts--------->Keith Deters(2)Fran/Mo(2 pies)Indianabowman(1) Guru (1)
Paper Towels 6-8 rolls----->Huntrdfk
Paper Plates heavy duty ones like 150 or so.--->Huntrdfk
Plastic bowls or paper bowls---->Huntrdfk
Styrofoam Cups for hot beverages at least 120---------> Huntrdfk
plastic silverware, knives,forks and spoons 100 or so of each-------->Huntrdfk
Large Garbage Bags----------->Huntrdfk
Box of 1 gallon zip lock bags-------->Huntrdfk
Thre rolls of aluminum foil--------->Huntrdfk
Two large coolers with ice(three bags each)------>-Ishiwannabe
A few targets------>-Huntrdfk(Bear)Bowspirit(Block)McGroundstalker(Raccoon, Woodchuck, Fox, Tom Turkey, Coyote)
SNOW-1FOOT OR LESS!!---------->Woodchucker
David
Post by: Mrs Stickman on January 26, 2008, 11:51:00 AM
Glad to hear that you got the hats and shirts we sent. Great story about your mom and the beginnings of this hunt. What you are doing is sooooooo cool! I lost my stepmom this last Thanksgiving day to cancer. Her name was also Joan and was a hunter and lover of the outdoors. Your bunny hunt and story reminds me of her.
Good luck to all who attend!!!
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 26, 2008, 12:15:00 PM
... mike ... :jumper: ...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 26, 2008, 06:05:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 26, 2008, 06:17:00 PM
Killdeer :archer:
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 26, 2008, 06:45:00 PM
Shawn I already got with Tom about the food, he is all set.
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 26, 2008, 07:32:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 26, 2008, 07:36:00 PM
It's these new bibs.
Killdeer
Post by: Killdeer on January 26, 2008, 07:41:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/Oddball/Img_5234.jpg)
Now, tell me the truth. Do these make my butt look big?
Killdeer :confused:
Post by: Izzy on January 26, 2008, 08:00:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 26, 2008, 08:08:00 PM
Post by: southpawshooter on January 26, 2008, 08:13:00 PM
You're gonna fit in good Kathy! This is gonna be good! OOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!
Post by: joe skipp on January 26, 2008, 08:14:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 26, 2008, 08:15:00 PM
:biglaugh:
Post by: southpawshooter on January 26, 2008, 08:41:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 26, 2008, 08:56:00 PM
Post by: Tdog on January 26, 2008, 08:58:00 PM
Post by: southpawshooter on January 26, 2008, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on January 26, 2008, 09:09:00 PM
Tom (Bentpole) brought in a few snapshots...SHE sarcasticly yelled out "I told you not to bring any pictures of me in here." After looking at the photos...I POLITELY ASKED HER to spin around and bend over so I could see if this really was her in the photos.....
Scott and the rest of the Jersey Gang gave loud ooohhhs and aaaahhhhs and ran for the door. I calmly hit the mens room...then paid my bill...then RAN LIKE HELL MYSELF!!!!
Post by: southpawshooter on January 26, 2008, 09:13:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 26, 2008, 09:25:00 PM
I am beginning to understand Garbo.
Killdeer :p
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 26, 2008, 11:13:00 PM
Post by: sticshooter on January 26, 2008, 11:39:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on January 27, 2008, 12:07:00 AM
Post by: NOMAD88 on January 27, 2008, 07:16:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 27, 2008, 09:39:00 AM
David
Post by: sticshooter on January 27, 2008, 10:22:00 AM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 27, 2008, 07:09:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on January 27, 2008, 07:23:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 27, 2008, 08:22:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/Archery%20Equipment/Arrows/JLMBH2.jpg)
I had fun playing with the markers. :bigsmyl:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/Archery%20Equipment/Arrows/JLMBH3640.jpg)
Did some poly stuff, will do more this week and hopefully have them fletched up by next Sunday. These will have hex heads on 'em!
Killdeer :campfire:
Post by: Bowspirit on January 27, 2008, 08:30:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 27, 2008, 08:32:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 27, 2008, 09:04:00 PM
... mike ... :wavey: ...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 27, 2008, 09:51:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 27, 2008, 10:41:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: Killdeer on January 28, 2008, 05:33:00 AM
See that roll of blue masking tape? The one under the arrows in the chair? :readit:
Ain't no blue on these.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/Archery%20Equipment/Arrows/JLMBH4.jpg)
Killdeer
Post by: Stone Knife on January 28, 2008, 06:03:00 AM
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/420W/IM000931.jpg)
Post by: Tom Phillips on January 28, 2008, 09:12:00 AM
How much SNOW is on the ground at your parents ?
Tom
Post by: woodchucker on January 28, 2008, 09:15:00 AM
I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Kingstaken on January 28, 2008, 10:40:00 AM
I'm moving my room to the end of the hallway near the EXIT sign...
I'm afraid someone might burn the wrong room.. :scared:
Post by: Killdeer on January 28, 2008, 03:50:00 PM
'Til now.
You gonna lick that stirrin' spoon, Jim? :saywhat:
Killdeer :campfire:
Post by: southpawshooter on January 28, 2008, 04:14:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on January 28, 2008, 05:02:00 PM
Especially when someone else is getting the whopping... :bigsmyl:
PS
I think the shafts lQQk just lovely. I'm sure they'll put a deadly hurting on any game.. :thumbsup:
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 28, 2008, 06:14:00 PM
David
Post by: Aram on January 28, 2008, 06:22:00 PM
Post by: Aram on January 28, 2008, 06:33:00 PM
Quote
Originally posted by mcgroundstalker::confused: :campfire:
Pink and Blue shafts... Nice job Killy! Can't ya make up your mind if'in you want girl or boy[...]
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 28, 2008, 06:39:00 PM
I'm kinda feeling bad cause nobody has Right Wing Pink Feathers for me to use/chop/build arrows with.... So can I shoot some of yours at the arrow eater target? Please.
... mike ... :D ...
Post by: Aram on January 28, 2008, 06:41:00 PM
Aram
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 28, 2008, 08:12:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 28, 2008, 08:37:00 PM
You know it's gonna be there! Print more raffle tickets Shawn! We are gonna make a bundle for the kids at St. Jude Childrens Hospital. Makes me proud to be part of it!
... mike ... :archer: ...
Oh Yea! And we are gonna hunt bunnies and I'll get to meet Killy too! :jumper:
Post by: ishiwannabe on January 28, 2008, 09:04:00 PM
I am looking forward to it quite a bit. I need to get out and practice....dumb doctors.
Chuck....snow, not rain. LOL.
Mike....if Shawn doesnt want that bow for the table... :saywhat:
Post by: joe skipp on January 28, 2008, 09:12:00 PM
By the way Killy....bring a 12 oz mug along. The Gin/Sprite and lemons just seem to mix better in larger containers. :rolleyes: :eek:
Again people...what Chuck does isn't dancing...he loves his Johnny Walker Red...its called STAGGERING. All those dents in that wooden fence behind his house is from his forehead smashing off it. :banghead:
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 28, 2008, 09:22:00 PM
What more can I say? It's gonna be great! Just wish you guys would stop saying things to me like... "Stand up when you talk to me!" Or... "Why are you standing in a hole?" ... The one that gets my goat is when you ask me to shout... "Dee Plane! Dee Plane!"
... mike ... ;) ...
Post by: southpawshooter on January 28, 2008, 09:31:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 28, 2008, 09:31:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on January 28, 2008, 10:18:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 28, 2008, 10:20:00 PM
Mike, what is your draw length? Do I need to cut my arrows down?
(I bet when you look up it is gross seeing everybody else's nose hairs. How do you hold a conversation with nose hairs? Could lead to a sticky situation. Ut-oh. Are my kneecaps in danger? Do you bite?)
I better go see if there are any good bows in the classifieds.
Killdeer :knothead:
Post by: Kingstaken on January 28, 2008, 10:55:00 PM
Gee Mikey, even the honored guest is beating up on ya...
I giess she's never meet you. But then again it wasn't till I kneeled down to pick up an arrow that I saw you.
We all know you need a set of binoclulars to to see nose hairs. :notworthy: xoxoxoxo
Post by: bbassi on January 29, 2008, 05:00:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on January 29, 2008, 05:34:00 AM
Post by: Killdeer on January 29, 2008, 05:54:00 AM
:saywhat:
Killdeer
Post by: Stone Knife on January 29, 2008, 06:08:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 29, 2008, 07:03:00 AM
Quote
Originally posted by Killdeer:Remember the movie "The Ants"? I don't know if Mike could play center for their basketball team, but I'm pretty sure he could play guard..... :bigsmyl:
Is Mike gonna turn out to be like, a center for the Lakers or summat?
Killdeer
David
Post by: woodchucker on January 29, 2008, 09:09:00 AM
After all,He is as wide as he is tall :rolleyes:
Post by: Kingstaken on January 29, 2008, 09:37:00 AM
PS
Whats the name of that lil bug that rolls up like a ball? A Pill Bug? :D
Post by: Stone Knife on January 29, 2008, 12:22:00 PM
Post by: Izzy on January 29, 2008, 12:53:00 PM
Post by: Aram on January 29, 2008, 05:04:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on January 29, 2008, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 29, 2008, 06:54:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on January 29, 2008, 06:57:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 29, 2008, 08:01:00 PM
Then you have 22" draw kids arrows... Yard sale specials kinda... When I take three inches and the suction cups off. They work for me. ;)
Last year the snow was sooooo deep I couldn't walk in it. Joe Skipp gave me a ride in his back quiver. I did the ickie-ickie with his girl arrows. :D That was a good work out for me.
When the (men) said, "Hey little guy! Go get us some ice cubes!" I did just that. Put some yellow snow on 'em I did. That was Great for me!
So Killy.... Worry 'bout nothin'....We are all friends here. You are THE honored guest. I am only the straight guy. That's good for me.
See Ya Soon!!!
... mike ... :wavey: ...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 29, 2008, 08:07:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on January 29, 2008, 08:12:00 PM
I am now going to give you a Penobscot Indian name.....
From this Day.....'Till the end of your Days.....you will be called.....
"Little Big Man"
(no more standing in a hole for you!!!!!)
Post by: Bowspirit on January 29, 2008, 08:16:00 PM
I'm about 6'4", so ya' should have a pretty good vantage point...
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 29, 2008, 08:26:00 PM
... mike ... :p ...
Post by: Killdeer on January 29, 2008, 08:39:00 PM
Thousands of comedians out of work, and this guy is giving it away for FREE! :knothead: :wavey: :thumbsup:
Post by: Killdeer on January 29, 2008, 08:41:00 PM
I dunno about Penobscot, though. I think the dude was a Cheyenne..
Killdeer
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 29, 2008, 09:09:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 29, 2008, 09:20:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on January 29, 2008, 09:24:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 29, 2008, 09:54:00 PM
... mike ... :D ...
PS... I know the movie Killy. It was a seven minute short.
Post by: joe skipp on January 30, 2008, 10:25:00 AM
I swear last year I seen a rabbit motioning to Mikey and pointing to his burrow. I guess he was trying to tell him to hurry and crawl in before they arrow ya. :biglaugh: :jumper:
This year Mikey has to wear full blown blaze orange from head to toe. Last year 3 standers drew on him....he had too much brown on. :eek:
I'm heading out Sunday for some bunny chasing to get some practice in. Just hope the weather cooperates....
Post by: woodchucker on January 30, 2008, 03:35:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on January 30, 2008, 04:55:00 PM
Post by: NOMAD88 on January 30, 2008, 06:00:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on January 30, 2008, 06:01:00 PM
Killdeer :bigsmyl:
Post by: woodchucker on January 30, 2008, 06:09:00 PM
Doot,Doot,Dooooo..... :bigsmyl:
Post by: Bowspirit on January 30, 2008, 06:20:00 PM
(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff63/c_sweeney/Teambunnyhunt2.jpg)
(http://i239.photobucket.com/albums/ff63/c_sweeney/group-1.jpg)
Course, the blonde hair helps, too...
Post by: woodchucker on January 30, 2008, 06:31:00 PM
But if you REALLY need to be sure.....just look for the "Rambo" headband LOL.
Post by: woodchucker on January 30, 2008, 06:41:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 30, 2008, 07:15:00 PM
holy cow man were you doing the jitter bug today??? got the brown cow stuck a couple times and couldn't see spit!! :mad: :readit: :mad:
Post by: Killdeer on January 30, 2008, 07:38:00 PM
Chris, put a hat on! You'll get chilblains on your earlobes!
Killdeer :scared:
Post by: Bowspirit on January 30, 2008, 08:35:00 PM
And that there headband is nothing but good luck, Chuck. Taken from the same old shirt I was wearing the day I shot my first turkey. Course, he was a domestic bird... :readit: :bigsmyl: :goldtooth:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 30, 2008, 09:03:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on January 30, 2008, 09:23:00 PM
Haven't produced much,and what I have,it seems like my GeoThermaNauticalNavigational process is all messed up!!!!! I can't seem time aim this white stuff at all.....I think the Great One is gonna make me earn every inch of it :bigsmyl:
Post by: adkmountainken on January 30, 2008, 09:24:00 PM
Post by: Guru on January 30, 2008, 09:30:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on January 31, 2008, 06:37:00 AM
I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!!
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 31, 2008, 07:08:00 AM
David
Post by: Kingstaken on January 31, 2008, 08:43:00 AM
Last year was a work out. But that was 45#'s ago and I should be better this year. :thumbsup:
(http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q93/Kingtaken/P1010016.jpg)
Killy,
You see that guy in the orange on top of my head, that's "not" a distant hunter, that's actually "Lil MIkey" getting a ride.. :biglaugh:
Post by: Kingstaken on January 31, 2008, 08:49:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on January 31, 2008, 12:02:00 PM
Quote
Originally posted by Kingstaken:LMAOROTF :biglaugh:
Killy,
You see that guy in the orange on top of my head, that's "not" a distant hunter, that's actually "Lil MIkey" getting a ride.. :biglaugh:
ok, now I got macaroni salad coming out my nose. Thanks a lot Kingstaken.
(really, I hope Mikey is taking all this in good humor. We love ya' Mikey!)
Post by: Killdeer on January 31, 2008, 03:48:00 PM
I see what he is doing to your hat!
Killdeer~Aaacckkkkk!
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 31, 2008, 05:47:00 PM
Ickie- ickie to your hat.
Did you just say
You were once fat?
45 big pounds ago
Ya couldn't walk
In the deep snow.
So now you pick on
Little Me!
In my defense
I choose to pee
On your dumb hat
Or in your boots!
Why be so mean?
It's in your roots.
... mike ... :p ...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 31, 2008, 07:05:00 PM
Post by: Golden Hawk on January 31, 2008, 07:11:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on January 31, 2008, 07:18:00 PM
Mikey, how's that go-"Sticks and stones......."
I don't care what Joe says about you, you're alright for a little guy.
David
Post by: woodchucker on January 31, 2008, 07:35:00 PM
I ask Great Spirit.....That you send the snow.....We need the snow.....to hunt the bunnies.....Please send the snow.....to SELKIRK!!!!! :help: I ask Great Spirit.....PLEASE send the snow.....LOTS OF SNOW.....to SELKIRK.....SO WE CAN HUNT THE BUNNIES!!!!! :archer:
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: mcgroundstalker on January 31, 2008, 07:45:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on January 31, 2008, 08:10:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on January 31, 2008, 09:09:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on January 31, 2008, 09:34:00 PM
got to disagree with ya therte and i got the picture to prove it! ole Chuck do the high step, the cha cha cha, the ole snow maker!!! here it is, take it all in!! i bet Chuck will tahnk me very much for this pic!!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/adkmountainken/tradgang/boots-1.jpg)
Post by: woodchucker on January 31, 2008, 09:40:00 PM
(I thought that picture was gonna "disappear" My Brother?????)
BTW sent ya a PM.....
I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!!
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Well, G'night Folks.....I'm off to Dance!!!!! I mean work.....
Post by: Kingstaken on January 31, 2008, 10:32:00 PM
Chuck, can you add alil extra to that prayer and say to send some snow to Long Island...Kids are dying to use their sleds... :pray:
Post by: Killdeer on February 01, 2008, 05:11:00 AM
Killdeer :eek:
Post by: Stone Knife on February 01, 2008, 05:16:00 AM
Post by: southpawshooter on February 01, 2008, 05:46:00 AM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 01, 2008, 09:44:00 AM
Gives the name Raging Bull a whole new meaning. Thanks to the Big Guy above your alright... :wavey:
No wonder when Woodchuck dances he get's big results..Talk about doing a 3 step. :notworthy: :clapper:
Post by: Kingstaken on February 01, 2008, 11:08:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on February 01, 2008, 12:05:00 PM
Congrads on the bunny I hope to get out this weekend inbetween the weather
Post by: LeeNY on February 01, 2008, 01:17:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 01, 2008, 02:19:00 PM
Congrats on the bunny, and the coupe on the bull. Kinda a funny mental.
Maybe this coming week I can sneak out to disobey the docs....
Post by: doeboy on February 01, 2008, 02:59:00 PM
Post by: Izzy on February 01, 2008, 03:46:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 01, 2008, 06:40:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 01, 2008, 06:47:00 PM
I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!!
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Bowspirit on February 01, 2008, 06:49:00 PM
:bigsmyl:
Post by: woodchucker on February 01, 2008, 06:49:00 PM
Go back to page 46 and see the pictue of last years clan!!!!!
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
Post by: woodchucker on February 01, 2008, 06:50:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 01, 2008, 09:06:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 02, 2008, 06:49:00 AM
Bet he can run faster, jump higher, get better traction on wet roads, than any of us two legged creatures! Just that his snow dancin' ain't been working out the past few days. Must have something to do with him having two left feet... and only one right one.
... mike ... :D ...
Post by: adkmountainken on February 02, 2008, 08:12:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 02, 2008, 08:26:00 AM
Post by: Golden Hawk on February 02, 2008, 08:34:00 AM
Post by: Killdeer on February 02, 2008, 02:25:00 PM
P.F. Flyers don't come three to a box.
Killdeer
Post by: woodchucker on February 02, 2008, 03:22:00 PM
In Native Aboriginal cultures people with abnormalities were thought to be "special".....
Oh Well.....Here we go again..... :bigsmyl:
Post by: NOMAD88 on February 02, 2008, 07:49:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 02, 2008, 08:15:00 PM
Post by: Izzy on February 02, 2008, 08:23:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 02, 2008, 08:32:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: joe skipp on February 02, 2008, 09:25:00 PM
Tonight I'm in the spare bedroom...its safer there. :thumbsup:
Mikey...your too hard on yourself...I wouldn't worry unless someone calls you Sonny and walks towards you with a leash in their
hands. :jumper:
I see where Woodchucker is bringing us rain...must have ran outta Scotch and switched to Vodka.
If Killy brings that beautiful Indian head dress, maybe Killy and Chuck can perform a duet on the runway...Killy in the head dress, Chuck in the Pink Pantie suit...Now that would be worth filming!!!
I feel sorry for any rabbits running past Bamboo, aka Mike Robin. The way he was whacking whitetails this fall, those little furry brown rodents don't have a chance. Mikey...if your on drive...make sure you have Orange on if your heading Mikes way.....
Uh Oh...mug is empty...time for a refill. Talk to ya'll later....Lets Go Pats!!!
Post by: Killdeer on February 02, 2008, 09:50:00 PM
Gotta rearrange the sock drawer, too. :readit: Killdeer
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 02, 2008, 09:51:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 03, 2008, 09:25:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 03, 2008, 09:32:00 AM
David
Post by: Stone Knife on February 03, 2008, 09:32:00 AM
>>>----> :jumper:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 03, 2008, 09:38:00 AM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 03, 2008, 09:58:00 AM
... mike ... :banghead: ...
Post by: LeeNY on February 03, 2008, 11:04:00 AM
Chuck, take off the flo-orange leisure suit and the hot pink shirt. Through out the sound track to Saturday Night Fever. It's all that polyester spining and doing that DISCO stuff!! It's creating a reverse weather vortex!
Just remember the following "The Snow in New York Falls Mainly in Selkirk" This will keep you focused!
Post by: Bowspirit on February 03, 2008, 05:16:00 PM
:bigsmyl:
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 03, 2008, 05:27:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: Killdeer on February 03, 2008, 06:53:00 PM
Put some wool on and do your dance, li'l Chucker!
Killdeer :bigsmyl:
Post by: nanook712 on February 03, 2008, 06:54:00 PM
A little look at what I'm bringing for the raffel. You guys might have seen these neckers by Marbles.I picked up one for myself and one for the grew. (http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y246/Nanook712/IMGP0046.jpg)
Then theres this guy I put together, Customised Opinel blade, handel, sheath are Wenge and Brazilian Cherry. (http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y246/Nanook712/IMGP0048-1.jpg) (http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y246/Nanook712/IMGP0047.jpg)
Post by: adkmountainken on February 03, 2008, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 03, 2008, 07:38:00 PM
When does the raffle take place?
Killdeer
Post by: adkmountainken on February 03, 2008, 07:40:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 03, 2008, 08:32:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 03, 2008, 08:47:00 PM
Quote
Originally posted by mcgroundstalker:What are you saying Mike, I didn't know rolaids cured laughter!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
Don't forget your Rolaids! ;)
... mike ...
David
Post by: Killdeer on February 03, 2008, 08:50:00 PM
It was a tossup, do I go to he union meeting which will help me safeguard my current pay rate or perhaps increase it, or do I go to the archery park?
I may make impractical decisions, but I have a lot of fun! :wavey:
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 03, 2008, 09:27:00 PM
Someone brought a five gallon pail of suprise meat stew last year. Think it was Skipp. Well, went down real easy...... Came out too fast! :eek: He said something about getting an idea from the "Road Kill Cook Book".
Don't eat anything bamboo brings. His wife says all the stray dogs and... Well, you get the picture. :rolleyes:
One more question: Can I take all the donuts and bagels home with me to use as bear bait? Can I take a doggie bag to the Comfort Inn with me?
Can I bring a phone book to sit on at the dinner table so I can see what I'm eatin'?
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 03, 2008, 10:04:00 PM
David
Post by: Tdog on February 03, 2008, 10:13:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on February 03, 2008, 10:14:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 03, 2008, 11:15:00 PM
Post by: bamboo on February 04, 2008, 08:47:00 AM
don't you city-boys got extra thick phone books??
Post by: swampbuck on February 04, 2008, 08:55:00 AM
Did you say you where the only straight guy ??? LOL
Guess the truth is coming out with a statement like that hahahahahaha
Post by: Kingstaken on February 04, 2008, 09:24:00 AM
(http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q93/Kingtaken/JLMBH%202007/P1010357.jpg)
Post by: swampbuck on February 04, 2008, 09:44:00 AM
OOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHH YYYYYYEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Post by: Stone Knife on February 04, 2008, 02:49:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 04, 2008, 07:06:00 PM
... mike ... :D ...
Post by: swampbuck on February 04, 2008, 08:16:00 PM
If we had the number of bunnies and spots with bunnies around here that Shawn has I'd spend even more time bow huntin them so far this yr I've taken my LB on 5 hunts and gotten no bunnies with it :bigsmyl:
Post by: adkmountainken on February 05, 2008, 06:39:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 05, 2008, 06:56:00 AM
Chuuuuuck????????
David
Post by: woodchucker on February 05, 2008, 09:16:00 AM
Post by: Peter Smith on February 05, 2008, 09:23:00 AM
supposed to get colder towards the weekend., but rain is forecasted for the next 4 days. we had blue lightnin last night along with some weird thunder.
Pete Smith
Post by: Kingstaken on February 05, 2008, 03:20:00 PM
I see this site is really quieting down with out any snow. 50 degrees today.. :thumbsup:
I think it's time to push it into high gear...
I hear Saturday Night Fever starting to play in the distance...
You Should Be Dancing Yeah... :jumper: :jumper: :jumper:
Post by: woodchucker on February 05, 2008, 03:26:00 PM
I'm DANCIN'!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm DANCIN'!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Scott E on February 05, 2008, 03:36:00 PM
Post by: NOMAD88 on February 05, 2008, 04:19:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 05, 2008, 05:08:00 PM
Post by: reecool on February 05, 2008, 05:09:00 PM
are you singing when you dancing ?
Eric .
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 05, 2008, 05:12:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 05, 2008, 05:36:00 PM
David
Post by: joe skipp on February 05, 2008, 08:32:00 PM
Now, does this mean we need a tricyle built for 2?
Mikey...Killy has to wear the Pink Fur Hat, Dave said it would improve her image...
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 05, 2008, 08:45:00 PM
Does this mean that Killy needs to bring a leash for her pet, I mean chaperone?????
David
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 05, 2008, 09:01:00 PM
About this lake in the parking area... Think I'll need hip waders to get from my truck to the house? Hope not.... I don't own hip waders.
So..... If it dosen't snow soon are we all gonna stay home? I think not. We will make this a great time by just being together. If the man upstairs says snow, so be it. If not... We'll go bow fishing! We can float some stuff in the "lake" and fill 'em full of arrows! :jumper:
... mike ...
Post by: Guru on February 05, 2008, 09:07:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 05, 2008, 09:08:00 PM
:archer:
Don't worry Mike, I never wear heels. But maybe you'd better.
Killdeer :p
Post by: Scott E on February 05, 2008, 10:07:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on February 06, 2008, 08:35:00 AM
News last night, they found Chuckie hiding in a Metro North box car, quivering and sobbing in a corner. As they drove him away in a tightly wrapped white suit...he kept sobbing..."I'm making it rain...I need snow..."
:scared: :saywhat:
Hopefully the Woodchucker will be home some time today to check out his handi work...more Rain. Have to keep tabs on this, self proclaimed "Penobscot Panda".....we don't want to lose good brush beaters!!
Post by: Jeremy on February 06, 2008, 08:45:00 AM
Post by: Jeremy on February 06, 2008, 08:47:00 AM
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEEAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Izzy on February 06, 2008, 09:20:00 AM
And hang in there people, the snow is coming!!!!!
Post by: adkmountainken on February 06, 2008, 09:39:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 06, 2008, 11:31:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk@Work on February 06, 2008, 01:06:00 PM
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EST THURSDAY...
A WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM EST THURSDAY.
LOOK FOR RAIN AND SLEET TO GRADUALLY CHANGE TO SNOW LATE THIS MORNING AND THIS AFTERNOON. THE PRECIPITATION WILL BECOME LIGHTER DURING THE AFTERNOON HOURS...WITH SNOW AND SLEET ACCUMULATIONS AVERAGING BETWEEN 1 AND 3 INCHES.
THE SNOW WILL PICK UP AGAIN TONIGHT... WITH START TAPERING OFF TOWARD DAYBREAK THURSDAY. THE SNOW COULD FALL HEAVILY AT TIMES...AND TOTAL ACCUMULATIONS BY THURSDAY MORNING WILL RANGE FROM 5 TO 10 INCHES.
Please send some of this to Selkirk, we have had enough here for sure....
:banghead:
David
Post by: woodchucker on February 06, 2008, 04:38:00 PM
Sorry David..... ;)
I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!!
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
Post by: Golden Hawk on February 06, 2008, 05:36:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 06, 2008, 06:45:00 PM
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 06, 2008, 08:45:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 06, 2008, 09:10:00 PM
Here is what we do..... I'm gonna walk through the brush and wimper and cry for my mommy like a lost little sissy boy. Then when them Man Eaters try to get me :eek: you guys and gals can open up on 'em! Get the picture?
Another good idea that came to me in a dream ..... I hold my pink fuzzy hat close to a bunny hole and in the most seductive voice say, "Come on out for a good time, sailor!" and when the wabbit shows him self... He gets BLASTED by us! (I get to go through his pockets for money.)
Stay tuned for more great bunny bustin' ideas!
... mike ... :rolleyes: ...
Post by: Kingstaken on February 06, 2008, 09:14:00 PM
Post by: NOMAD88 on February 07, 2008, 10:22:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on February 07, 2008, 10:44:00 AM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 07, 2008, 10:53:00 AM
I say what ever works.
Only thing we need to make sure he's covered from head to foot in armour. Wouldn't want to see him get hit by accident.
Post by: Mrs Stickman on February 07, 2008, 01:39:00 PM
The bunnies are comin' little Mikey! It won't be long now!
Post by: Kingstaken on February 07, 2008, 02:07:00 PM
Milissa, Thanks for the items for the raffles. :clapper: :clapper:
Post by: joe skipp on February 07, 2008, 02:18:00 PM
The above quote was from Mikey...He tried that last year...problem was the rabbits pulled him down the hole, rolled him for the lousy 45 cents he had, abused him physically and sent him back to us crying....
He was lucky to escape with Pink hat in tow. Only 3 of us witnessed this....Southpawshooter, Bamboo and myself..so as not to embarress Mikey, please, this goes no farther.....
Post by: joe skipp on February 07, 2008, 02:51:00 PM
Tuesday and Wednesday..2/12 & 2/13...Snow showers, high 27 degrees
Thursday..2/14....Wintry Mix Rain/Snow High 39 degrees
Friday...2/15...Rain Showers...High 40 degrees
Saturday...2/16...Snow Showers...High 30 degrees
They are pretty accurate here so...this is what we have to look forward to.
Post by: J.Williams on February 07, 2008, 07:02:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 07, 2008, 07:05:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 07, 2008, 07:38:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 07, 2008, 08:43:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on February 07, 2008, 08:50:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 07, 2008, 09:10:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 07, 2008, 10:23:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 08, 2008, 05:06:00 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5254FreshFlowers2.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5255FreshFlowers.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5257Thumper.jpg)
Killdeer :archer:
Post by: Stone Knife on February 08, 2008, 05:27:00 AM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 08, 2008, 06:36:00 AM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 08, 2008, 10:26:00 AM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 08, 2008, 11:20:00 AM
Not right for one person to get all those beauties..
Post by: joe skipp on February 08, 2008, 11:21:00 AM
thought ya may want to shoot the indoor Techno Hunt on Thursday evening. It is up to you but it is something to think about. Thursday can be spent sightseeing if ya want, just you and me baby!! :scared: :rolleyes:
Good Lord Man...do you know what this will do to Mikeys morale... :confused:
The little "Fidget" will be devestated knowing someone else has taken over his chaperone and entertainment duties. You should have seen the Little Guy's intinerary.. :eek:
Square Dancing at the Pepsi Arena....
Hard Boiled Egg Eating Contest at Gus's Bar&Grill
Tobacco Spitting Contest at Uncle Luthers Farm Market...
Killy...if you have a heart...for Mikeys sake...remember the old Drifters song..."Save the Last Dance for Mikey"..... :wavey:
Post by: Killdeer on February 08, 2008, 01:56:00 PM
I was gonna hunt Saturday with the Morrison and the woodies, I thought that would make the surviving arras worth more. I also have two more in that batch which are flu-flus tipped w/field points. Then I could use the aluminums for Sunday-go-to-meatin', and the winners could hunt with their woodies. WARNING!! The woods are cut to 27.5"!!!
I don't dance.
What points do you use for Techno-Hunting?
Killdeer
PS~ I would likely win the spitting contest.
Post by: Kingstaken on February 08, 2008, 02:18:00 PM
Wait they're great for my two sons.... oooooohhhhhhyyyyyyeeeeeeaaaaaa!!!!
Killy "loonyums too" :confused:
Joe, does Mikey really appreciate the kind of true friend you really are? Always lQQking out for him (well mostly not to step on him :D ).
anyway, most men go thru 5 life times with out one.. :thumbsup:
Post by: Stone Knife on February 08, 2008, 02:31:00 PM
Quote
I don't dance.Neither does Mike, he just kind of jerks around a little :bigsmyl:
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 08, 2008, 06:05:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 08, 2008, 06:17:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 08, 2008, 08:32:00 PM
David
Post by: joe skipp on February 08, 2008, 11:02:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 09, 2008, 06:06:00 AM
This is the big event of the year can't wait to just hang out with everyone again :smileystooges: :thumbsup:
Post by: adkmountainken on February 09, 2008, 07:50:00 AM
Post by: Gaff on February 09, 2008, 10:28:00 AM
i have a couple of questions for ya. i know that i have to bring something for the raffle, but im not sure what your lookin fer. price range, that sort of stuff, does it have to be new stuff? :confused:
also, i was just shootin the gold tip 35-55 arras that i got from ya. i stripped the feathers off one, and shot it about 10 feet from the target. it hits where i want it to, but the nock is about 6" right. im pretty sure that means that the arrow is to stiff, and i should add weight to the front.
my question is if order 100 grain brass inserts, do you think thats to much? ( i just dont know if i need to add a little or alot of weight.)
thanks yall!!!!
jamie
Post by: Izzy on February 09, 2008, 11:59:00 AM
Post by: Mrs Stickman on February 09, 2008, 12:48:00 PM
Kingstaken - don't worry about upsettin me. The only person who can really do that is married to me and we have agreed that there is no divorce only pistols at 10 paces.
Good Luck with the Bunnies! I will be waiting to hear the details!
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 09, 2008, 12:51:00 PM
David
Post by: brettlandon on February 09, 2008, 01:04:00 PM
-Brett
Post by: brettlandon on February 09, 2008, 01:15:00 PM
-Brett
Post by: Mrs Stickman on February 09, 2008, 01:16:00 PM
He does have a way with words though - don't ya think! My favorite is "Anything you say Dear!"
Post by: Killdeer on February 09, 2008, 04:07:00 PM
I certainly wish that it were possible for me to meet this woman with whom I have so much in common. We could share reloading recipes!
Killdeer :bigsmyl:
Post by: Mrs Stickman on February 09, 2008, 04:18:00 PM
I might have a few recipies I could share. Daddy was a gunsmith for 40 + years.....
:goldtooth:
Post by: joe skipp on February 09, 2008, 04:34:00 PM
Strapped on the GN to the Groves...arrows ready, just fine tuning....
(http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a281/sf1oak/P1100001.jpg)
Post by: Killdeer on February 09, 2008, 04:36:00 PM
I had to move out of the house before I could buy a BB gun. I apprenticed (i.e. did grunt work)for a year or so, but am not gifted in the field.
Too much like math.
I have a high regard for math, with its black-and-white, right-or-wrong exactitude, I find it reassuring. But I enjoy the freehand sweep of a reverse curve more than mapping out its baroque parabolas. I am now a part-time unpaid shop drudge for my Master Machinist friend, Jimmy the Geek. I do a good job at finding things that he has laid down, cleaning the lathe and milling machine, and squirting Kroil in significant and appropriate places. In return, he has the coldest beer in town, and performs the highest quality modifications and repairs on all my firearms requiring his help.
A true gunsmith in the family is a treasure. I am proud that Jimmy regards himself as a member of my family, and blessed that my husband doesn't find that to be threatening.
Sure you can't pry yourself loose and spend some time with this TradGang family?
Killdeer
Post by: Killdeer on February 09, 2008, 04:37:00 PM
:archer:
Post by: Aram on February 09, 2008, 04:44:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 09, 2008, 05:01:00 PM
Should we bring flu-flu arrows for Aerial Targets this year?
Who is gonna be the lucky guy to throw the targets?
Are we gonna do a "Distance Shot" this year?
Who goes and gets those arrows?
If I don't have "pink" arrows can I still come?
Is somebody gonna carry my bunny for me like I did for bjk last year?
***********************************************
... mike ... :archer: ...
PS....It's gonna be a looooong week. Saturday can't come fast enough. :jumper:
Post by: Killdeer on February 09, 2008, 05:12:00 PM
The target thrower should be short, in order to stay out of the line of fire.
Distance shooters should retrieve their own arrows.
The only bunnies I will carry will be dead ones pried away from frustrated beagles.
Mikey will be in charge of retying untied shoelaces and clearing snowballs from beagle feet.
I will be in charge of nothing in particular. :)
Killdeer
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 09, 2008, 05:27:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 09, 2008, 05:28:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 09, 2008, 06:10:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 09, 2008, 06:25:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on February 09, 2008, 06:31:00 PM
Shawn...I left both aerial targets with you last year. Conjure up a few Frisbees....
One year we shot at a balloon...roughly 80 yds out...that was fun...
Tried talking Woodonly to come...but he kept mentioning leg cramps and having to buy cold cuts on Sunday morning...
I still think he's piss...d at Mikey for not massaging his thighs 2 years ago when leg cramps hit sometime after midnight... :scared: :mad:
I know there was quite a commotion going on in that room...crying...AAAHHHGGGG words like that.
You HAVE TO HAVE MIKEY TELL THE STORY FULL ANIMATION...IT IS GREAT!!!!!
I don't see a problem with Dave driving all those hours...don't all cops know every doughnut shop in the state? I know he has Dunkin Doughnuts programmed in his GPS....
:rolleyes:
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 09, 2008, 06:46:00 PM
Now... If ya want me to tell you what I had to do to get his legs untied, that's a different story. ;)
... mike ... :D ...
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 09, 2008, 06:47:00 PM
Shawn, let me know if there is anything else we need, I'll post the food list one more time as a reminder come Tuesday......
David
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 09, 2008, 06:58:00 PM
... mike ... :rolleyes: ...
Post by: Stone Knife on February 09, 2008, 07:05:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 09, 2008, 07:23:00 PM
Shawn, let me know if and when you need me to help with anything. I have a week's worth of Doctor appointments, but I only need one of em to say its ok I shoot.
Dave if you come that early there are plenty of bunnies around here to hunt. And by the way, wlly world is still selling.
There is a nice coating of snow here now, and it is still coming down. Good job Chuck!
OOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH YYYYYYYYEEEEEEAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on February 09, 2008, 07:42:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 09, 2008, 07:44:00 PM
Killdeer
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 09, 2008, 07:52:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 09, 2008, 07:54:00 PM
Killy, the half spot is for Sonny, Bob's bionic bunny busting beagle!
Post by: Tdog on February 09, 2008, 08:20:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 09, 2008, 08:35:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on February 09, 2008, 08:52:00 PM
Every year its traditional to read the "Night Before Xmas"...so Mikey...every year your going to have to tell the "Woodonly Leg Cramp Story" at the Comfort Inn...even the part where you step outta the shower and Woodie is waiting with his bags packed...PRICELESS.
Uh-Oh...again my Gin mug is empty :eek: Where the heck does it disappear to :help:
Mikey...U bringing any Sopresetta Sat? We need some additional snacks for the room. I know Kingstaken won't come empty handed but we all know how cheap you can be.... :biglaugh: :jumper:
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 09, 2008, 09:16:00 PM
I got myself
In real hot water.
Clicked onto your home page
And shouldn't have awta.
My wife walking in, said
"What's this all about?!"
I answered, "That's Killdeer-
Why you gotta shout?"
She thought I was surfing
An adult natured site.
Guess camping and snowfall
Was too much of a fright
For my wonderful honey
Who buys all my bows.
Back clicked in a hurry
Where I'm sleepin'... Who Knows?
... mike ... :D ...
Post by: Kingstaken on February 09, 2008, 09:17:00 PM
Maybe Mikey being he's from da Bronx, can stop at Arhtur Ave for some goods.
Dave traveling 40 miles aday. You walking, bicycling or driving? Even travels at the lowest speed limit you'd be here in 6 hours..LOL
When ya stop a DD don't forget the Apple Crumb....hhhhmmmmmm
Post by: adkmountainken on February 09, 2008, 09:25:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 09, 2008, 09:36:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 09, 2008, 09:37:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: Stone Knife on February 09, 2008, 10:03:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 10, 2008, 08:22:00 AM
Post by: Tom Phillips on February 10, 2008, 09:29:00 AM
What about our #'s putting them in the truck before we hunt ? There is no page 67 yet !!!!
Post by: Killdeer on February 10, 2008, 09:36:00 AM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 10, 2008, 09:36:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 10, 2008, 09:41:00 AM
Only a few days left, and it is still snowing here!!!!!!
David
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 10, 2008, 09:43:00 AM
OOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
David
Post by: adkmountainken on February 10, 2008, 09:48:00 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/adkmountainken/auctiontraders147.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/adkmountainken/auctiontraders151.jpg)
Post by: Stone Knife on February 10, 2008, 09:58:00 AM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 10, 2008, 10:08:00 AM
Heres a pic of the hand made quilt by Mother Mowrey. it is a twin size quilt for the raffle table.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/adkmountainken/tradgang/auctiontraders160.jpg)
Post by: Killdeer on February 10, 2008, 10:29:00 AM
Killdeer :bigsmyl:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 10, 2008, 10:36:00 AM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 10, 2008, 10:37:00 AM
Snowing rather heavily here(Im south of Shawn about 25 minutes). They are calling for lake effect most of the day, hopefully we will get a nice layer, then it will get cold for the rest of the week.
Im getting psyched. I just hope I can eat all of that great food brought by everyone.
Im hoping to get a day of shooting in soon. Dont want to be unable to beat the steel...besides...I dont have that many arrows.
Shawn, maybe Tuesday we can hook up and kill something. I will let ya know.
OOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHH YYYYYYEEEEEEAAAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!
Post by: Stone Knife on February 10, 2008, 10:39:00 AM
Quote
I'm gonna have to buy a couple wingspans of those tickets!Not Mike's wingspan though you'll end up with about 3 tickets :eek:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 10, 2008, 10:42:00 AM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 10, 2008, 11:02:00 AM
Looking foward to meeting you in person Killdeer. I might have to stand on a chair to look ya in the eye. :rolleyes: Got a kick outa your home page. So did my wife. I mean my wife kicked me.... Nevermind! :o
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 10, 2008, 11:06:00 AM
Now who is coming that makes self bows?? I know David, Linc and Keith....anyone else?
Did we ever find out if there will be shirts this year?
Stopped snowing here, we have about 2 inches now....not alot but plenty if it stays for the week.
OOOOOOHHHHHHHH YYYYYEEEEEEEAAAAAHHHHHH!!!!!!!!
Post by: Aram on February 10, 2008, 11:28:00 AM
Do thank her from us. I know you did but do it again... and again
:notworthy: :notworthy:
Post by: adkmountainken on February 10, 2008, 11:42:00 AM
Post by: Bowspirit on February 10, 2008, 01:26:00 PM
;) :bigsmyl:
Post by: adkmountainken on February 10, 2008, 01:44:00 PM
Post by: Mrs Stickman on February 10, 2008, 02:16:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 10, 2008, 02:21:00 PM
:confused:
Post by: Mrs Stickman on February 10, 2008, 02:31:00 PM
Last year my 17 year old son brought his girlfriend with us to a shoot. It was her first experience with archery. She was noticing that a large number of dogs were traveling with their owners and many of them were Yellow Labs.
Now being niave, young and really blond, not to mention a cheerleader (nope I am not kidding) she asked my son " Are golden labs good Bowchery dogs?" To which my son, burst out in hysterical laughter and had to pass on the story to the Mr and I. We all had a good laugh and she was a great sport about the misnomer. Since our family dog is a Chocolate Lab and Aussie Shepard mix - we told her that Brown Dogs make the best Bowchery dogs!
So now you know the rest of the story.....
Post by: Killdeer on February 10, 2008, 02:36:00 PM
Leave it to kids to help us rediscover how to look at life!
Killdeer :biglaugh:
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 10, 2008, 03:42:00 PM
A&H-1
AMF-1
Ancient Spirits-1
Brackenbury-1
Bear-15
Ben Pearson-1
Black Rhino-1
Black Swan-1
Black Widow-7
Checkmate-1
Fedora-1
Great Northern-2
Great Plains-1
Griffin-1
Groves-1
Harold Couch-1
Horne's Archery-1
Howatt-1
Howard Hill-1
Hummingbird-1
Javaman-1
JD Berry-2
Jim Johnson-1
Kempf-2
Kohannah-1
Martin-3
Mikuta-3
Morrison-3
Northwind-1
Pronghorn-1
Rivers Edge-1
Saluki-1
Seven Lakes-1
Shakespeare-1
Silvertip-1
Shrew-1
Tim Meigs-1
Zipper-1
Selfbows-8
Kids bow by Bamboo-1
2 suprise bows
and Hope and Faith
So, if you're looking to try different bows out, this will be your chance, plenty of pretty good bows to choose from......by my count there are currently 90 bows from 46 different manufacturers.....the Candy Store opens Saturday!!!!
:bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
David
Post by: joe skipp on February 10, 2008, 04:19:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 10, 2008, 04:20:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 10, 2008, 04:36:00 PM
David
Post by: swampbuck on February 10, 2008, 04:56:00 PM
Ken thats a nice quilt!!! My mom sent up a knitted blanket she made for the table and was sayin if it went over well she'd do one every yr too.It's got some team PINK workin in it and green trim.Sorry no pic.
Very windy with blowing snow here today.Ran Sonny yesterday and he and hid side kick that live's next door both had the same trouble as last week loosing track quickly.Today with it being colder may have been better but it's really windy and besides today was my grandson's baptism so hunting was out.
See everybody in less than a week
OOOOOOOOOHHHHH YEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAA
Post by: Izzy on February 10, 2008, 04:58:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 10, 2008, 05:02:00 PM
There goes the drywall.
Killdeer :rolleyes:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 10, 2008, 05:26:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 10, 2008, 08:46:00 PM
Post by: Seeking Trad Deer on February 10, 2008, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: Tom Phillips on February 10, 2008, 10:16:00 PM
Do you those who are crashing at your house to bring some chow for SAT night and breakfast in the AM ?
Post by: Kingstaken on February 10, 2008, 10:23:00 PM
After seeing the quilt, the lil Queen is giving me money for her own raffles..
We got some flurries down state, hopefully you guys are getting hit good.
Mr & Mrs. Stick no time like the present I always say. Monday is a Holiday, so like they say in The Price is Right.....Come on down,,,well up in your case. You get the picture...
Post by: brettlandon on February 11, 2008, 12:00:00 AM
Since the Mr. and I can't be there we are sending a special package with some last minute neccessities for the traditional bunny bustin' kind of folks.
Enjoy!
Mrs. Stickman ( borrowed the hubby's computer)
Post by: Stone Knife on February 11, 2008, 04:59:00 AM
>--------> :jumper: :jumper: :jumper:
OOOOOHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Killdeer on February 11, 2008, 05:12:00 AM
Killdeer :bigsmyl:
Post by: adkmountainken on February 11, 2008, 06:46:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on February 11, 2008, 06:56:00 AM
Been Dancin' my butt off,How did we do with the snow????? :confused:
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 11, 2008, 07:05:00 AM
You're doing great Chuck, it's 4 above, 30 mile an hour winds and we have 56" of snow......
David
Post by: woodchucker on February 11, 2008, 09:17:00 AM
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: swampbuck on February 11, 2008, 09:32:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on February 11, 2008, 09:38:00 AM
I was hoping a good,stiff,West wind would blow all of that "lake effect" snow all the way to Selkirk!!!!! :pray:
Post by: brettlandon on February 11, 2008, 09:51:00 AM
-Brett
Post by: Jeremy on February 11, 2008, 10:23:00 AM
Bad news is it looks like I may only make Saturday!
Good news is if that's the case I'll be dragging my old man along with his mid-1960's Root recurve.
It's been fun following this thread, even if I haven't been on long enough to contribute much! Y'all are a riot! :biglaugh:
Post by: swampbuck on February 11, 2008, 12:01:00 PM
Alright we got the cold now lets get that snow settling STRAIGHT DOWN to add up to a few inches
OOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHH YEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Post by: brettlandon on February 11, 2008, 02:46:00 PM
-Brett
P.S. Batteries are NOT included! However, if you nail a pink bunny with a drum...
Post by: Kingstaken on February 11, 2008, 03:47:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 11, 2008, 03:51:00 PM
man what a life you have. :thumbsup:
Post by: swampbuck on February 11, 2008, 04:11:00 PM
Post by: NOMAD88 on February 11, 2008, 04:53:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 11, 2008, 05:26:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 11, 2008, 06:12:00 PM
Damon, give me a call sometime this week, I am trying to get out and bunny hunt even if it hurts.
OOOOOOOHHHHHHHHH YYYYYYEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!!
Post by: swampbuck on February 11, 2008, 06:45:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 11, 2008, 06:48:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/Hunting%20and%20Camp/2007%20November%20Hunt/Img_4989Spirit.jpg)
Killdeer :thumbsup:
Post by: vermonster13 on February 11, 2008, 06:54:00 PM
(http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f311/vermonster13/Image007.jpg)
Post by: swampbuck on February 11, 2008, 06:56:00 PM
Is he pure husky ? I've seen a few white one's and dark eye's are quite common
Post by: Mrs Stickman on February 11, 2008, 07:02:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 11, 2008, 07:10:00 PM
Spirit is a Jindo gae, the national dog of Korea. They are bred for hunting deer and protecting the homestead. She is a hunting fool! Loves squirrels but doesn't bark at them, so she is useless in the woods. She is very good at watching my back, though. Little playmonster!
Killdeer~OK, I like my dog a little. :D
Post by: Killdeer on February 11, 2008, 07:13:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 11, 2008, 07:32:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 11, 2008, 07:34:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 11, 2008, 07:43:00 PM
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHH!!!!! YYYYYEEEEEAAAAAA!!!!!
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: vermonster13 on February 11, 2008, 08:00:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 11, 2008, 08:09:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/Spirit/SpiritatthePark22.jpg)
No? Spirit could use a new chew toy...her old one doesn't scream anymore.
Killdeer
Post by: vermonster13 on February 11, 2008, 08:15:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 11, 2008, 08:26:00 PM
Shawn, pm is on the way!
David
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 11, 2008, 08:34:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: Killdeer on February 11, 2008, 08:43:00 PM
Killdeer :goldtooth: :biglaugh:
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 11, 2008, 08:46:00 PM
Beverages- at least 8 cases of canned soda or juice(no glass)--->Drewsbow(2 cases of soda)Mcgroundstalker(4 cases of soda)Southpawshooter. Bowspirit(2cases of soda)Fran/Mo, Tom Phillips
2-3 gallons of orange and apple juice--->Stone Knife
Few cases of Bottled Water-------->3dMuzzy, Southpawshooter
Main dishes-to feed at least 15 people or so.---->Stone Knife(2 dishes)Jeremy(1 dish)Keith Deters(1 Dish)ADKmountainken(1 Dish)Swampbuck(1 Dish)Guru(1 Dish)Kingstaken(1 dish)Compoundguy(1 dish)Tom Phillips-(1 dish/stew)Huntrdfk(1 Dish)Damon(1dish)
Mac Salad----------->Bowspirit
Hot Dogs and Rolls 3-4 dozen of each---->Herkimerhunter
Lunch Meat+Cheese-5-6#s of lunch meat-2-3#s of cheese--->LeeNY
Chips an assortment of 5-6 big bags---->Jeremy, LeeNY
Pickles-3-4 jars----->3dMuzzy
Cereal+Milk-3-4-boxesand 2 gallons milk---->Aram
Donuts-3-4 dozen(COP Cakes)---->Swampbuck
Bagels +(4) Cream cheese-3-4-dozen---->-Bamboo
Condiments(Butter 3#s, mustard, ketchup,Hellmans Mayo, relish)---->-Bamboo
Butter---------->-Shawn
6ft. sub---------->Shawn
coffee, cream,sugar hot chocolate, tea-------->Shawn
venison stew-------->Shawn
chili-------->Herkimerhunter
meatballs------->Dbldroptyne(Two Large Trays)
portugeese rolls---------->Dbldroptyne
soup------->
rolls and bread----->Drewsbow
4-5 Deserts--------->Keith Deters(2)Fran/Mo(2 pies) Guru (1)
Paper Towels 6-8 rolls----->Huntrdfk
Paper Plates heavy duty ones like 150 or so.--->Huntrdfk
Plastic bowls or paper bowls---->Huntrdfk
Styrofoam Cups for hot beverages at least 120---------> Huntrdfk
plastic silverware, knives,forks and spoons 100 or so of each-------->Huntrdfk
Large Garbage Bags----------->Huntrdfk
Box of 1 gallon zip lock bags-------->Huntrdfk
Thre rolls of aluminum foil--------->Huntrdfk
Two large coolers with ice(three bags each)------>-Ishiwannabe
A few targets------>-Huntrdfk(Bear,deer,bag target)Bowspirit(Block)McGroundstalker(Raccoon, Woodchuck, Fox, Coyote)
SNOW-1FOOT OR LESS!!---------->Woodchucker
David
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 11, 2008, 09:08:00 PM
... mike ... :p ... Woodonly asked me to post that!
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 11, 2008, 09:31:00 PM
Post by: Guru on February 11, 2008, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: brettlandon on February 11, 2008, 09:38:00 PM
-Brett
Post by: Kingstaken on February 11, 2008, 09:39:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 11, 2008, 09:48:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 11, 2008, 09:51:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 11, 2008, 09:51:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: Bowspirit on February 11, 2008, 10:25:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on February 11, 2008, 11:53:00 PM
Scott reminded me there must be a Star Trek Marathon on this weekend on the Sci-Fi channel :help: :confused:
Check out the Porta Pottie carefully...last year we found out Mikey had a hidden camera in there!!
Post by: LAR43 on February 12, 2008, 12:27:00 AM
Very sorry to hear that.
Deepest condolences & prayers.
Larry
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 12, 2008, 06:14:00 AM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 12, 2008, 06:47:00 AM
Post by: NOMAD88 on February 12, 2008, 08:27:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on February 12, 2008, 09:13:00 AM
I,m gonna bring a pumpkin pie along too and I,ve saved some venison jerky which most likely won't make it past the car ride LOL
Post by: woodchucker on February 12, 2008, 09:24:00 AM
I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: vermonster13 on February 12, 2008, 09:57:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk@Work on February 12, 2008, 10:18:00 AM
Dave, it's no use, I've tried and he isn't listening, and I thougt he was my friend.....by the way, I have about three feet in my yard with more on the way.....I know how you feel!
David
Post by: Aram on February 12, 2008, 10:45:00 AM
Quote
Originally posted by Bowspirit:Eeeeewwwww, Chris! There's got to be a better way to aply the finish on those arrows. Use a brush or dip them in a tube...
You know, these cedars I'm whipping up for the table are turning out to be more trouble than expected. Hoping polycryllic isn't toxic, cause I just swallowed a mouthful...good times for a good cause, I guess...
If you insist on spraying them buy the poly in a spray can or get yourself a compressor and an airbrush but stop doing it with your mouth. It gets saliva all over them , mixed in the finish... that's gross, dude.
:rolleyes: :p
Post by: IndianaBowman on February 12, 2008, 12:15:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 12, 2008, 12:26:00 PM
David
Post by: woodchucker on February 12, 2008, 12:39:00 PM
Geez,this coming from the guy who picked me to go Moose hunting 2 years in a row!!!!! :rolleyes:
The "Absolute"(Wild Turkey)Power has hit me too!!!!! and my feet are in high gear!!!!!!!!!!
I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Kingstaken on February 12, 2008, 01:02:00 PM
I hear that saying "Wild Turkey" 3 times under the power is not so good if ya want cold and snow. LQQk what happened to those in the movie Beetlejuice... :knothead:
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 12, 2008, 04:46:00 PM
Getting close guys and gals, I am getting excited!!!!
Post by: Killdeer on February 12, 2008, 04:50:00 PM
Killdeer~there better be some pumpkin pie for me!! :readit:
Post by: woodchucker on February 12, 2008, 05:38:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 12, 2008, 05:42:00 PM
The Old Storm Winds are BLOWING!!!!! Keep that Snow Storm going!!!!!
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! I'm Dancin'!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 12, 2008, 05:53:00 PM
Hope I'm not too worn out for this bunny hunt. ;)
... mike ... :rolleyes: ...
Post by: joe skipp on February 12, 2008, 05:53:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 12, 2008, 06:04:00 PM
Kathy, as usual you have stated so well what many of us have thought but couldn't put into words.......it will be a pleasure to meet you.
David
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 12, 2008, 06:08:00 PM
Please check page 63 for the food list......it will remind those of you that have committed to bring something, for those that aren't on the list please consider bringing a desert, bananas, water/spots drink. We may also be able to use another main dish or two.
If you aren't on the list and are going to bring a main dish, please let me know.
Thanks,
David
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 12, 2008, 06:26:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 12, 2008, 06:32:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 12, 2008, 06:55:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: vermonster13 on February 12, 2008, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 12, 2008, 07:14:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: Killdeer on February 12, 2008, 07:19:00 PM
Some don't have to go out. :saywhat:
Killdeer
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 12, 2008, 07:20:00 PM
Dave, that'll be perfect if the wind is down.....believe me when I tell you that people will be sweating on Staurday!
David
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 12, 2008, 07:26:00 PM
Already about two inches here and its snowing like it means it. Nice dancing Chuck!!
Shaping up to be perfect bunny hunting weather....
I just hope I can shoot my bow. :rolleyes:
Post by: Kingstaken on February 12, 2008, 07:35:00 PM
Killy, That's why she wants him home. So he don't come home with any..THe motel was alil rough on him last year... :biglaugh:
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 12, 2008, 07:51:00 PM
Jim... Do I need to bring my camo pj's for the evening party with the boys?
Killy... After you meet me you will learn that "I" am the only one in this group playing with a full deck.
... mike ... :D ...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 12, 2008, 07:52:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 12, 2008, 08:20:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 12, 2008, 08:54:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 12, 2008, 09:13:00 PM
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
AAAAAAAAGGGGHHH NUTS!!!!!!!!!! the bottle's empty..... :banghead:
Post by: adkmountainken on February 12, 2008, 09:15:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 12, 2008, 09:16:00 PM
David
Post by: woodchucker on February 12, 2008, 09:17:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 12, 2008, 09:21:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 12, 2008, 09:34:00 PM
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
More Snow.....Gimme MORE!!!!! How much we got?????
5" NEED MORE!!!!! 10" NEED MORE!!!!!
Got a foot????? LOOKIN' GREAT!!!!!
Knee Deep.....Now THAT'S SWEET!!!!!!!
3 FEET!!!!!!!!!! WAIT!!!!! Where the hell did Mikey go????? :confused:
:biglaugh: :biglaugh: :biglaugh: :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Post by: Killdeer on February 13, 2008, 03:43:00 AM
Woodchucker, we need a little rain here, and a warmup. Stop dancing!
Killdeer~the mail must go through. :help:
Post by: Guru on February 13, 2008, 06:33:00 AM
...on a brighter note...looks like I will def. be there both days Shawn....I can't wait!
Post by: bbassi on February 13, 2008, 06:33:00 AM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 13, 2008, 06:36:00 AM
Post by: Izzy on February 13, 2008, 09:43:00 AM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 13, 2008, 10:26:00 AM
Have any of those packages ever gotten lost? :bigsmyl:
Post by: woodchucker on February 13, 2008, 03:02:00 PM
Tell me you got SNOW up north..... :pray:
Post by: Huntrdfk@Work on February 13, 2008, 03:13:00 PM
It's almost here!!!!!!! I can here the yelling now..........BUNNNYYY!!!!!!!
David
Post by: southpawshooter on February 13, 2008, 03:55:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 13, 2008, 04:04:00 PM
Post by: NOMAD88 on February 13, 2008, 04:36:00 PM
Ive been awake since yesterday morning. Is snow really good?
Bring your hip boots boys and girls.If things dont freeze up its going to be a real wet banana. :smileystooges:
Post by: joe skipp on February 13, 2008, 04:53:00 PM
I'll have the truck packed tomorrow and finalize on Friday.
Checklist...Gin..Sprite..Lemons...Sopressta...Cheese...oh yeah...bow, arrows etc....
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 13, 2008, 05:14:00 PM
Hunter and I are packing tonight, work all day tomorrow and again tomorrow night, then school for Hunter on Friday.......then NY bound!!!!!!!
David
Post by: woodchucker on February 13, 2008, 05:21:00 PM
Can't wait to see everyone!!!!!
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 13, 2008, 06:16:00 PM
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on February 13, 2008, 06:38:00 PM
Post by: reecool on February 13, 2008, 06:39:00 PM
Over here too , it was bad with all that rain , well let's have fun !
Eric .
Post by: Stone Knife on February 13, 2008, 06:55:00 PM
Post by: Mrs Stickman on February 13, 2008, 06:57:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 13, 2008, 06:59:00 PM
David
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 13, 2008, 07:09:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: woodchucker on February 13, 2008, 07:22:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 13, 2008, 07:26:00 PM
Should be fun no matter what...
OOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YYYYYEEEEEEEEAAAAHHHHHH!!!!!
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on February 13, 2008, 07:26:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 13, 2008, 07:36:00 PM
I got 11 tipped with 125gr. Hex-Heads for bunnies :bigsmyl:
Post by: adkmountainken on February 13, 2008, 07:45:00 PM
MAN am i ever looking forward to this weekend, i need a brake!!
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 13, 2008, 08:18:00 PM
bunny... bunny... Bunny!... BUNNY!!!!! AAAHHHHH!!!!
... mike ...
Post by: Stone Knife on February 13, 2008, 08:45:00 PM
Post by: southpawshooter on February 13, 2008, 08:56:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 13, 2008, 09:00:00 PM
I am going to All Bunny! :D
I printed out my boarding pass, so I am going to All Bunny. :)
Killdeer :bigsmyl:
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 13, 2008, 09:03:00 PM
Everyone please remember to wear a piece of orange, or in Curt's case, Flo Lime.......there will be a lot of us and we want to do all we can to avoid any mishaps.
That being said Hunter and I are packed, except for bows and arrows, and targets, and food, and......still so much to do!!!!
ARE YOU READY TO CHASE BUNNIES????????
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
David and Hunter
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 13, 2008, 09:04:00 PM
Post by: southpawshooter on February 13, 2008, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: jacobsladder on February 13, 2008, 09:34:00 PM
you guys will have to gang up on this one...yep..it is real...
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 13, 2008, 09:43:00 PM
David
Post by: southpawshooter on February 13, 2008, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 13, 2008, 09:44:00 PM
Post by: Guru on February 13, 2008, 09:46:00 PM
Post by: vermonster13 on February 13, 2008, 10:12:00 PM
New tires Friday so the rambling wreck can make the trip. hehe
Post by: Kingstaken on February 13, 2008, 11:52:00 PM
LQQks like I'm flying north solo. Good thing is I have his tray of food to bring. :clapper:
Post by: joe skipp on February 14, 2008, 12:30:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 14, 2008, 05:05:00 AM
Post by: Killdeer on February 14, 2008, 06:22:00 AM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 14, 2008, 06:30:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on February 14, 2008, 06:43:00 AM
After all.....it IS all about the kids!!!!!
:archer: :archer: :archer: :archer: :archer: :archer: :archer:
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 14, 2008, 07:09:00 AM
Chuck, you sure that's enough arrows? :bigsmyl:
David
Post by: Kingstaken on February 14, 2008, 09:15:00 AM
I told VERY BIG BUNNIES!!! :readit:
To say the very least I am completely friggin STOKED !!! :bigsmyl:
IS IT SATURDAY AFTERNOON YET?? LETS GET IT ON!!! :archer:
Post by: vermonster13 on February 14, 2008, 09:19:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on February 14, 2008, 09:23:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on February 14, 2008, 09:26:00 AM
Post by: joe skipp on February 14, 2008, 11:34:00 AM
Figure to sleep until 9 then head up...if all works out, I'll get out of work my normal time 1am...then its up at 7 and on the road by 8. The snacks are packed, the "liquid" is chilling...I tried to get the wife to wear that pink bra/pantie set on Valentines Day....no luck.
So..it will be raffled off to some lucky person "unused"....unless Mikey or Chuck get their hands on it first. Can't wait to see everyone again...should be fun!
Post by: Tom Phillips on February 14, 2008, 01:21:00 PM
Do you think there would be any interest in some OSAGE Orange fruit for the raffle ? I figure guys might want to try to grow some,although we might be old timers by the time it is a bush it would be fun to watch grow !!! I have a bunch planted here inside the house in my meg-shift greenhouse.I hope to plant a row in the Spring !! Let me know I can bring a few.
Post by: whitebuffalo on February 14, 2008, 04:02:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 14, 2008, 04:05:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 14, 2008, 04:08:00 PM
Its getting here....FINALLY!!
OOOOOOOHHHHHHHH YYYYYYYYEEEEEEAAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!
Post by: Stone Knife on February 14, 2008, 04:15:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 14, 2008, 04:21:00 PM
Bows.....(Mikuta,K-Mag,2Grizzlys)
Arrows.....(32 of them)
Bunny vest.....(and an extra for Brother Ken)
Brush pants.....(2 pair,just in case LOL)
Camo Carhartt jacket.....
Wool Sweaters(4).....
Boots.....
Wool socks.....
Funny lookin' "Lucky" red&black huntin' hat.....
BIG box of "goodies".....
(Full of mostly prize table prizes,and lots of leather gloves and safty glasses for anyone who wants them)
All I need to do is run to the store and buy me a bottle of the "ABSOLUTE POWER" (Wild Turkey) :bigsmyl:
Post by: swampbuck on February 14, 2008, 05:26:00 PM
My wife is making a fleece sock to cover the bow I won @ Denton thats going on the table and she made a couple pie's too.Oh yea she's cookin the soup I'm just browning the bunnies.She also picked me a up a sleeping pad and is getting most of my stuff together which is a good thing since I've been so busy here at the shop this week.
When I finally get to get out of here I still gotta get my hunting stuff together but that should be easy.Grab my bow my special "Bernie" arrow along with the rest of them and my left overs from 07 yea it's gonna be good see ya all there yeeeeeeeeeeeee haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaw
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 14, 2008, 05:33:00 PM
Post by: NOMAD88 on February 14, 2008, 06:28:00 PM
PS Elma says thanks :help:
Post by: Izzy on February 14, 2008, 06:59:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on February 14, 2008, 06:59:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 14, 2008, 07:11:00 PM
Damon I got ya covered....pm'ed ya.
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 14, 2008, 07:23:00 PM
See you all Saturday morning! Safe trip everyone.
... mike ... :wavey: ...
Post by: drewsbow on February 14, 2008, 07:50:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 14, 2008, 08:06:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 14, 2008, 08:10:00 PM
Post by: drewsbow on February 14, 2008, 08:28:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 14, 2008, 09:20:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on February 14, 2008, 09:22:00 PM
Shawn...hope you set Killy up on the first floor next to our group...this way she won't have to far to walk, crawl or stagger back to her room.
Then again...we made Mikey the Chaperone so it will be on his shoulders to watch out for our Guest....then again...Mikey is small enough Killy can walk him around on her shoulders! :eek: :scared: :jumper:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 14, 2008, 09:23:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 14, 2008, 09:27:00 PM
Guess I might as well go to WORK.....
(Hmmmmm.....maybe I could do some DANCIN'.....) :rolleyes:
Post by: Guru on February 14, 2008, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 14, 2008, 09:41:00 PM
Post by: Guru on February 14, 2008, 09:46:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 14, 2008, 10:02:00 PM
Post by: swampbuck on February 14, 2008, 10:10:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk@Work on February 14, 2008, 11:28:00 PM
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
David
Post by: Kingstaken on February 14, 2008, 11:41:00 PM
I guess she's in for the full treatment.. :biglaugh:
Post by: bbassi on February 15, 2008, 06:30:00 AM
ooohhhhhhhhh yaaaaaahhhhhhhh
Post by: adkmountainken on February 15, 2008, 06:32:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on February 15, 2008, 06:49:00 AM
OOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHH YEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Post by: woodchucker on February 15, 2008, 07:02:00 AM
As your "self appointed" personal finacial advisor.....I would advise you to invest that money in.....RAFFLE TICKETS!!!!! :readit:
(and conserning my "fee".....anything you don't want..... ;) )
Post by: woodchucker on February 15, 2008, 07:05:00 AM
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 15, 2008, 07:30:00 AM
Post by: Drew on February 15, 2008, 08:19:00 AM
All of us from the Bunny Stomp in Michigan will be thinking of you.
Nock an arrow, turn the hounds loose and shoot straight
Post by: Kingstaken on February 15, 2008, 09:06:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on February 15, 2008, 09:37:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on February 15, 2008, 11:53:00 AM
soups on as we speak to simmer for the day,my daughter will shut it down this afternoon so it can cool before gettin it in the fridge ready to go
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 15, 2008, 01:46:00 PM
Shawn, I'll call you when I hit the NY line, I expect it to be around 6:30ish.......
OOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
David
Post by: Stone Knife on February 15, 2008, 01:48:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 15, 2008, 02:00:00 PM
You and My "Little" Buddy have a safe trip!!!!! I'll see you guys in the morning!!!!!!!!!!
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
Post by: swampbuck on February 15, 2008, 04:00:00 PM
lets see bow,arrows,food,food for the dog oh yea better not forget the dog LOL like he'd let me forget hahahahaha
See you guys/gals in the mornin
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHH YEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 15, 2008, 04:06:00 PM
OOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHH YEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHH!!!
Post by: LeeNY on February 15, 2008, 04:24:00 PM
We'll be leaving Marathon about 5:30am should arrive about 9:00am.
Shawn, Jordan said he'd like to participate in the kids hunt.
See everyone in the morning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl: :thumbsup:
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 15, 2008, 04:47:00 PM
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_1031.jpg)
Raffle bows
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_1036.jpg)
Range prep
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_1030.jpg)
Faith
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_1028.jpg)
Mirror Image....Hope and Faith
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_1037.jpg)
Hope these pics get ya psyched!!See you tomorrow!
OOOOOOHHHHHHH YYYYYEEEEEAAAAAAHHHHHHH!!!
Post by: Izzy on February 15, 2008, 05:48:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 15, 2008, 06:46:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 15, 2008, 07:06:00 PM
Post by: J.Williams on February 15, 2008, 07:07:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on February 15, 2008, 07:15:00 PM
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on February 15, 2008, 07:19:00 PM
Post by: swampbuck on February 15, 2008, 07:41:00 PM
Congrads Killie what a way to start OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Post by: adkmountainken on February 15, 2008, 07:56:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 15, 2008, 08:13:00 PM
Post by: brettlandon on February 15, 2008, 08:13:00 PM
-Brett
Post by: joe skipp on February 15, 2008, 08:34:00 PM
Killy....You da man...er...woman!!
Post by: brettlandon on February 15, 2008, 08:43:00 PM
-Brett
Post by: Mrs Stickman on February 15, 2008, 08:44:00 PM
Go get them Bunnies!!!! OOOOOOOHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHH!
Post by: Mrs Stickman on February 15, 2008, 08:45:00 PM
Post by: brettlandon on February 15, 2008, 08:50:00 PM
-Brett
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 15, 2008, 08:59:00 PM
All I have to do is wake, drink coffee and drive twenty minutes. Kinda makes me feel bad for you travelers..... :D
See you all tomorrow!
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHH YYYYYYYYEEEEEEAAAAAAAHHHH!!!
Post by: Aram on February 15, 2008, 09:06:00 PM
Jeremy if you see this check your PMs. (Last minute request so don't feel obliged in any way.)
More stuff for the table. Ru was working on a knife for the table but just decided to part with his favorite neck knife. He cleaned it up today, it looks like new (the picture doesn't do it justice) :)
(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d60/Oarceas/JLMBH07047.jpg)
OOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHH YYYYYYYYYYYYYYEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH!!!!!!
Post by: woodchucker on February 15, 2008, 09:09:00 PM
Might as well go start packing the truck.....
Post by: Bowspirit on February 15, 2008, 09:23:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 15, 2008, 09:31:00 PM
i have a fletching jig and a dremel that i bet would make things a lot easier!! :bigsmyl: :jumper:
Post by: Bowspirit on February 15, 2008, 10:07:00 PM
Post by: Mockingbird on February 15, 2008, 10:16:00 PM
Post by: southpawshooter on February 15, 2008, 10:17:00 PM
Post by: Guru on February 15, 2008, 10:26:00 PM
Ru, I want that knife!!
Post by: woodchucker on February 15, 2008, 11:08:00 PM
I probly won't sleep tonight LOL,I can't believe it's here!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
Post by: joe skipp on February 15, 2008, 11:40:00 PM
Post by: LeeNY on February 16, 2008, 12:02:00 AM
Off to bed! I hope the Oneonta Mickey D's has some strong coffee in the morning.
Post by: Guru on February 16, 2008, 05:00:00 AM
I promise 'lots of pix :jumper:
Post by: adkmountainken on February 16, 2008, 05:06:00 AM
Ru,
that is one awesome knife!!!!!! :thumbsup:
Post by: Mockingbird on February 16, 2008, 07:02:00 AM
Quote
Originally posted by Shawn Leonard:
Well Kathy is here we had a great day.. We weere supposed to shoot the techno hunt and it was closed. Pissed me and her off pretty good. I showed her some sights we had lunch and I showed her some NY deer, probably 15 or so. She just dropped me off at home and headed to her room with a 12 pack of brewski's and some reading material. She is a blast, one of kind and very easy going!! It is a pleasure hanging out with her!! Everyone should be pumped, weather is perfect and the bunnies should be there, everything is froze, so if ya have ice creepers or good lug soles wear them. It is gonna be 5 or 6 degrees saturday morning which is perfect!! You do not need to dress real warm as it will warm up to around 17-20. Sunday may be the day to really kill bunnies though, as it is gonna cloud up and a little bit of snow front is coming, that means they will move like last year(12 kills and 3 suicides on sunday) I am stoked, lots of work to do in the morning but we may get a quick hunt in around 4, at least me and Kathy will!! Everyone drive safe and be ready for a great time!! OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!! Shawn
Post by: Mockingbird on February 16, 2008, 07:08:00 AM
Don't see any way to delete mistakes, either.
Just like real life... :o
Post by: Mockingbird on February 16, 2008, 07:23:00 AM
I think this is what I meant to do, more or less, although it loses its real effect now.
I wuz GONNA say, "Well, 2 out of three ain't bad; we talkin' 'bout the same gal?"
Ratzenfrackensomebeach! :banghead:
Post by: brettlandon on February 16, 2008, 07:54:00 AM
:bigsmyl:
-Brett
Post by: bentpole on February 16, 2008, 07:59:00 AM
Post by: Mockingbird on February 16, 2008, 10:04:00 AM
Post by: sticshooter on February 16, 2008, 02:58:00 PM
Post by: bentpole on February 16, 2008, 04:52:00 PM
Post by: vermonster13 on February 16, 2008, 05:17:00 PM
Post by: jacobsladder on February 16, 2008, 08:08:00 PM
Post by: NOMAD88 on February 16, 2008, 08:53:00 PM
Post by: sticshooter on February 16, 2008, 09:03:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 16, 2008, 09:08:00 PM
It was great to meet new friends and see some old ones too. Still wish I could have hunted a bit, or atleast shot, but it was worth it just to see everyone and watch.
I will post pics tomorrow once I can move again....I would be expecting some video worthy of a trad gang dvd if I were you. I know there were some video cameras and A LOT of regular cameras. Awesome job Shawn and family!!! My hat is off to you guys, and to everyone who donated such amazing stuff for the ST Jude's raffle.
OOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHH YYYYYYYYEEEEAAAAAAAAAHHHH!!
Post by: vermonster13 on February 16, 2008, 11:09:00 PM
:clapper: :clapper: :clapper:
Post by: jacobsladder on February 16, 2008, 11:57:00 PM
Post by: whitebuffalo on February 17, 2008, 12:00:00 AM
BUNNY STOMP 2008,
God bless boys and girls and thanks for lettin us contribute,,J Bobb
Post by: LeeNY on February 17, 2008, 10:18:00 AM
I had 7 shots and rolled one bunny. Jordan between the kids hunt and going on the next hunt had at least a dozen shots. He lost all his arrows and wanted to thank Aram and Jeremy for their return.
I finally met Killy an we had a wonderful chat. To answer a question she asked me during the hunt (and was interupted by the constant flinging of arrows and yelling bunny) "yes" "I do know about allimony"!
I'll be back as soon as the camera thaws with more.
Post by: Gaff on February 17, 2008, 10:45:00 AM
thanks again jamie
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 17, 2008, 10:53:00 AM
Bbassi beating the steel
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_1038.jpg)
Killy's hero pic
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_1050.jpg)
Stone Knife's hero pic
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_1051.jpg)
The whole group
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_1043.jpg)
Raffle table
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_1047.jpg)
Other raffle table
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_1048.jpg)
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 17, 2008, 10:55:00 AM
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_1049.jpg)
Wall of bows(There were quite a few more on the tables)
(http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w29/ishiwannabe/100_1046.jpg)
Post by: whitebuffalo on February 17, 2008, 10:55:00 AM
Quote
i realized that i cant wait for them to stop, so just shoot.Yeah Buddy,, just fling it if its safe to,,LOL,, :biglaugh:
Post by: Linc on February 17, 2008, 11:29:00 AM
Post by: Seeking Trad Deer on February 17, 2008, 11:43:00 AM
Post by: 4runr on February 17, 2008, 12:22:00 PM
Post by: LeeNY on February 17, 2008, 12:24:00 PM
Killdeer
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v82/elroy42/HPIM1172.jpg)
Rounding up the Kids for the Team Pink Hunt
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v82/elroy42/HPIM1174.jpg)
Tables and Targets
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v82/elroy42/HPIM1175.jpg)
Post by: LeeNY on February 17, 2008, 12:28:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v82/elroy42/HPIM1177.jpg)
Nobody liked the Bear!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v82/elroy42/HPIM1178.jpg)
Post by: LeeNY on February 17, 2008, 12:35:00 PM
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Group Photo of TEAM PINK before the kids hunt!
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I would like to thank Shawn and his family for again making this a success. I know I had a blast and it was all for the KIDS at ST. JUDES...... :clapper: :clapper: :clapper: :clapper:
Post by: larry on February 17, 2008, 12:42:00 PM
Post by: vermonster13 on February 17, 2008, 12:44:00 PM
Post by: larry on February 17, 2008, 01:04:00 PM
larry
Post by: vermonster13 on February 17, 2008, 01:06:00 PM
Post by: JEFF B on February 17, 2008, 01:10:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 17, 2008, 03:23:00 PM
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Post by: JEFF B on February 17, 2008, 03:27:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 17, 2008, 03:31:00 PM
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Post by: JEFF B on February 17, 2008, 03:44:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 17, 2008, 03:54:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 17, 2008, 03:56:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 17, 2008, 04:27:00 PM
As usual,I HAD A BLAST!!!!! It was GREAT to finally meet Cathy!!!!! She is truely a very genuine person,with a TREMENDOUS personality!!!!! At the raffle last night Killy won a tube quiver with one of the arrows that she made up special for the St.Judes raffle in it.She looked around the room.....then smiled.....and handed it to me!!!!! I was humbled,and truely honored to recieve this precious gift. Cathy,I will treasure it forever!!!!! I will hang it on the wall,and when I look at it and hold it,it will bring back wonderful memories of a very fine friend!!!!!
Shawn, Again,THANK YOU My Brother!!!!! You are truely a Super Man!!!!! I remember your wonderful mom,and how much she enjoyed having everyone around at the Bunny Hunt!!!!! You really made her smile Brother!!!!! I had the greatest time last night.....after everyone went to bed,Shawn and I sat on the porch and talked untill midnight.I will carry that memory with me forever.
I would also like to thank Cindy(Shawn's "slave" LOL)Damon(Shawn's son in-law),Mrs.Damon( :confused: :bigsmyl:
Post by: vermonster13 on February 17, 2008, 04:32:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 17, 2008, 04:52:00 PM
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Post by: joe skipp on February 17, 2008, 06:45:00 PM
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Briarback Mtn...knarly, thorny, miserable terrain..
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Mikey using Snippers to cut his way through the briars...5 minutes later, 2 Drivers jumped him, swatted him down and stole the snippers...
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Since Mikeys friend Woodonly decided to stay home and watch Godzilla reruns on the Sci-Fi Channel...he chose to make Aram his new "Buddy"
Not being bashful..back of my truck with other hunters...
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Now Scott and I let this bunny run by us so Killy could get the shot...and she did...running shot, direct hit....she claims it was 24 yds away but....it was more like 3 ft...but who's going to tell....
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Here Killy and I let this rabbit go for Scott...wearing his good luck Pink Team Scarf...one dead rabbit.
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Scott and Killy got into a heated argument because Scott wanted to wear her hat for a few drives...They were all smiles for the picture as you can see...not sure what happened later.
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Jan Brown and his family made the hunt. Casey and Jeremy saw some action, a few missed shots.
Jans wife Mary stated she hoped to see some action later...not sure what she meant by that...and I'm not asking.
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I was well behaved for the 2 day hunt...Even though there were a few prime beaver pelts floating around...I never touched them.
Damien, Shawns Son in Law was the winner of Pink Bra/Pantie set. He keeps it for one year...his wife got a little "red" last night when she found out she may have to wear it....
Thanks to Shawn, Cindy and Family, Super job and to all bowhunters who made the hunt...thanks for a great time.
Post by: joe skipp on February 17, 2008, 06:48:00 PM
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Post by: Bowspirit on February 17, 2008, 07:14:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on February 17, 2008, 07:18:00 PM
Post by: Jeremy on February 17, 2008, 07:24:00 PM
Killy in response to Shawn.
I was only able to make Saturday this year, but my father and I had a BLAST!
How did Sunday go???
Post by: ghost rob on February 17, 2008, 07:28:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on February 17, 2008, 07:32:00 PM
Sunday = amazing
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 17, 2008, 07:48:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 17, 2008, 07:58:00 PM
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Post by: brettlandon on February 17, 2008, 08:00:00 PM
-Brett
P.S. Did Mikey like his techno gizmo we sent?
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on February 17, 2008, 08:01:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 17, 2008, 08:03:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 17, 2008, 08:09:00 PM
Post by: JEFF B on February 17, 2008, 08:14:00 PM
Post by: bentpole on February 17, 2008, 08:14:00 PM
Post by: whitebuffalo on February 17, 2008, 08:15:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 17, 2008, 08:18:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 17, 2008, 08:19:00 PM
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Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 17, 2008, 08:24:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 17, 2008, 08:28:00 PM
Sure was great to see everyone again. Great shooting everyone!!
OOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHH YYYYEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHH!!
Post by: adkmountainken on February 17, 2008, 08:29:00 PM
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Post by: adkmountainken on February 17, 2008, 08:35:00 PM
i really think ya should post a pic of the ink on your arm, that is a real special, meaningful piece of art others would love to see!
Post by: Bowspirit on February 17, 2008, 08:37:00 PM
Quote
now go bloody that bow Hunter!I second that!!! :bigsmyl:
Post by: whitebuffalo on February 17, 2008, 08:38:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 17, 2008, 08:40:00 PM
could ya tell us what happened here???
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Post by: IndianaBowman on February 17, 2008, 08:41:00 PM
Post by: vermonster13 on February 17, 2008, 08:43:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on February 17, 2008, 08:48:00 PM
Post by: LAR43 on February 17, 2008, 08:49:00 PM
A very nice donation for St. Judes. . .
Who could ask for more.
Shawn thank you and your entire family from our hearts for what you've put together, for us and for the St. Judes kids.
Larry & Greg
Post by: adkmountainken on February 17, 2008, 08:50:00 PM
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Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 17, 2008, 08:54:00 PM
Post by: Gaff on February 17, 2008, 08:58:00 PM
its nice to put a name to a face..
how mant shots today chris?
:thumbsup:
Post by: Bowspirit on February 17, 2008, 09:03:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 17, 2008, 09:40:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 17, 2008, 09:54:00 PM
Hats off to Shawn for putting this all together making it another and even better expierence than what I though to be a great time last year even better.
A big standing ovation to Cindy and all who helped to keep us all full by showing such great hospitality. It takes a special women to allow that many people into her home and make all feel at home.
Thank you to Mr Leonard the strong quiet gentleman who always had a smile and a kind word.
And to our special guest Killdeer who after suffering thru us all during the Mikey's pink and feathered hat, practice butts, the hunt, dinner and raffle actually sat in some after hunt storytelling at the motel given by Joe, Mike and Scott. Hope to see ya again soon.
PS
Thankyou to the electric company for suppling the electric for the heater in the portajohn.
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 17, 2008, 10:07:00 PM
David
Post by: Guru on February 17, 2008, 10:12:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 17, 2008, 10:16:00 PM
I have to say Im feeling bad for missing today. I looked forward to this all year, and was really bummed that I couldnt really participate with the actual hunt. Being there Sat. made up for it a lot. Just seeing everyone from last year, and meeting some new people this year took the bite out of it all. I can honestly say I would share my woods with all of ya.
Shawn, you and your family could give lessons on hosting, feeding, and entertaining a crowd. We all know you can guide a hunt like no other. My hat is off to the Leonard family. The highlight for me this year was watching your father after he won Stic's knife. The smile he had, and the twinkle in his eyes as he repeatedly removed it from the sheath and tested the edge warmed my heart so much. Brought me back to many similar times with my dad.
Damon, glad ya made a heck of a shot. Wish I was there to see it.
Killy...an honor to meet you. Wish we could have busted some brush, but maybe next time our paths cross. Your arrow holds a special place amoung the antlers of my largest bow kill.
Absolutely amazing experience, amazing people, and something I plan to attend EVERY time in the future.
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 17, 2008, 10:36:00 PM
It was a pleasure to see everyone again and to meet killdeer in person. Thank You killy for my gift of a soft, pink, little blankie..... Feels so nice against my hairy chest.
But most of all... I LOVE my range finder! Hand made with PINK line and all the work involved to tie them there knots. I'll never leave home without it. :p
... mike ...
P.S. Hey Guru! :thumbsup: Good Goin' on Number 17!
Post by: hs6181 on February 17, 2008, 10:59:00 PM
Shawn and family and everyone else involved, Thank You. :thumbsup:
Post by: adkmountainken on February 18, 2008, 06:10:00 AM
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Post by: ber643 on February 18, 2008, 06:13:00 AM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 18, 2008, 06:53:00 AM
in between hunts was a time for relaxing and and just enjoying the moment, it is done very well in this pic, one of my favorites.
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Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 18, 2008, 08:13:00 AM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 18, 2008, 08:15:00 AM
Post by: bbassi on February 18, 2008, 08:45:00 AM
I'll start the story tellin' off as I think I had the first official shot at a bunny this year. Once we had all gathered up and headed out for the first drive, there were 50+ people walking up this lane way heading for the spot Shawn calls the Island of Trees. The first couple of hunters bumped a bunny not 10 yards up the lane way and Sonny the wonder beagle went nuts. Long story short I was one of the last 5 people in line and while everyone else must have been looking left where the first rabbit went, I happened to look right and there sat a bunny at the base of a tree 5 ft from where 50 people had just walked. I had to yell up the line and ask Shawn if it was OK to shot that bunny as I was afraid we were too close to the neighbors house still. Shawn gave me the OK and I struck him to the ground only to have him run off the end of the arrow while I was diving into the brush after him. The little bugger managed to beat feet around the entire mass of people and right down a woodchuck hole. Elapsed time into the hunt: about 1 minute. LOL. Those bunnies are not only big, they're darn tuff, as would be proven several times this weekend.
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 18, 2008, 08:50:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on February 18, 2008, 09:12:00 AM
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
Post by: Aram on February 18, 2008, 09:13:00 AM
My children count the bunny hunt alongside Thanksgiving and religious holidays. That's got to give an idea of how much this event touched our lives. :archer:
Aram
Post by: sweet old bill on February 18, 2008, 09:15:00 AM
Bill ( SOB )
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 18, 2008, 09:30:00 AM
Post by: Mark Fedrizzi on February 18, 2008, 09:32:00 AM
..I had 7 shots Sunday and 1 combo kill with stone knife (Jim)--boy them bunnies have some afterburners--
........thanx again--Mark F.
Post by: Jeremy on February 18, 2008, 09:32:00 AM
I got my bunny toward the end of a push early on(I think the first push after the Island of Trees). We were just about at the end and were watching SIX BUNNIES criss-crossing up ahead of us. I had Keith Deters on my right and had caught up to my dad (he was a watcher on this one) who was on my left. One of the furry little buggers broke towards me and I let loose at around 15 yards. I caught him right through the left hip and pinned him to the ground. I run around a batch of briars, drop to my knees and fire a second shot before he could shake loose. It skewered him from just left of the tail and came out below the left shoulder. Those hex heads leave a massive exit hole!!
I stipped off my quiver, dropped my bow and was crawled into the bush until I could grab the arrows and started backing out. About the time I cleared the bush that tough bunny managed to get off the arrows and take off running! After a few choice words I started following the blood trail with Keith. It was easy to follow :) He made it about 30 yards before Brent hit him with another blunt. That's three arrows into the bunny, massive blood loss and the bugger was still kicking!! Tough doesn't quite describe these cotton tails!
Tom was trailing a wounded bunny through there that left a pretty good blood trail as well.
My third shot that connected was at the end of the day by the road. A bunny broke cover and Damon got it right through the hips. My arrow took it right through the shoulders a second or two later. That bunny wasn't going anywhere, but someone (was that you Mo?) dove into the brush to grab it. The willingness of people to sacrifice their bodies to recover a rabbit never ceases to amazing me!
I had a great time this year! OOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHH YEEAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!
Post by: woodchucker on February 18, 2008, 09:54:00 AM
I only made Saturdays hunt and I left right after lunch Sunday because I had to work last night.Probly just as well though.....we had a real rainy crappy night. I almost diddn't make it at all!!!!! I got the dates screwed up and I sent Shawn a PM telling him I might not be able to come.Well things worked out,and when I got up there Saturday morning,Shawn gave me a big old "Bear Hug" and said,"I'm glad you could make it,you had me worried.I was ready to drive down there and drag you back!!!!!" He would have done it too,That's just the kind of guy he is!!!!! Shawn does not want ANYONE to miss this hunt!!!!!
All I know is I sure hope Heaven has lots of bunnies.....I can't think of a better way to spend Eternity :bigsmyl:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 18, 2008, 10:48:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on February 18, 2008, 10:49:00 AM
Thanks to Shawn and his faimly his wife and daughters deserve a very big thanks for all they did in the kitchen...very well done THANK YOU...itwas also very nice to see Pop Leonard there again and in good spirts Thanks again
I'll hafta tell stories later I don't have that much time to type while I work,lets just say that 17th bunny and the image of the entire thing will be etched into my memory forever....I'm sure everybody has those kinda moments in their hunts that are just locked in,it was a very special one indeed I'm so glad I was standing right there to see the whole thing pan out esspecially after calling the whole thing not 5 minute's before itv went down OOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHH YEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAA
Post by: Jeremy on February 18, 2008, 11:05:00 AM
Post by: Izzy on February 18, 2008, 11:12:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on February 18, 2008, 11:40:00 AM
Post by: Keith Deters on February 18, 2008, 11:54:00 AM
I had a blast seeing everyone again and meeting all the new faces. The hunting was unbelieveable. I don't live too far away, but I'm lucky to be able to find a rabbit around my place. Shawn's got so many bunnies and such great rabbitat around that airport, you just have to see it to believe it.
It's great to see all the kids getting out there. They're a tough bunch, hunting hard all day for 2 days. They actually pushed harder than the adults, because they were out hunting while we were stuffing our faces. What a nice bunch of kids too, A pleasure being around.
No rabbits for me this year, but I had more shots than ever. I do love to hear sounds of rabbit hunting... "BUNNNNNIEEE.... OUT FRONT ....... TO YOU..... ON THE RIGHT...... SHOOOOOOOT ...SHOOOOOOTTTT ..... BACK AT YOUUU ....SHHOOOOOTTTT" followed by the faint swishing of arrows and the clanks of shafts bouncing from stick to stick, followed by the laughter and sometimes other choice words, as the bunny goes off to entertain the next group of hunters, hopefully soon to return, before ending in an OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHH YEEEEAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH.
Less than a year to go.....
Post by: joe skipp on February 18, 2008, 12:24:00 PM
Bamboo (Mike Robin) and I were on drive when Mike yelled.."Skipper coming at ya..". Here comes this bunny...loping...he stops behind a log. When he started to ease out I was at full draw waiting...with that little smirk on my face like...your dead..
With my good friend Bamboo watching, I promptly sent the arrow inches over his back. :eek:
I threw myself on the ground, cursed, yelled and heard Mike laughing at me. The one consolation, Curtis said..."Your form was perfect..heh hehee"
One drive there were 5 of us standing pretty close together...Bamboo just finished telling everyone last year the rabbit just busted through like a fullback...and never looked back.
Well...same thing this year...rabbit #1 comes and sees us...I swear he laid his ears back, tucked his head and he here he comes....Busting through among the flying arrows...he made it.
Rabbit #2 wasn't far behind...same scenario.
When the dust cleared, we found Woodchucker hiding behind a tree...behind us. He learned a valuable lesson that afternoon...Never stand behind crazed rabbit hunting bowhunters.
For Curts sake, I hope no one filmed this one...
Curt is standing in a small opening yelling something up to us...of course we ignored him. There were standers just below him...As he stood there "looking lost" this very large bunny comes charging out, maybe 3 feet behind him and by the time Curt turned around, it was too late. The rabbit was skewered by Damien...directly between the eyes.
Curt...being the gentlemen later commented he let the bunny pass so Damien could get the shot... :rolleyes: :rolleyes:
The Classic...Briarback Mtn...Little Mikey pulls out his cell phone!! Calls his wife in the Bronx!! :scared: "Yes Dear...everyone is picking on me...No honey...I'm not crying or upset." "Right...I'll make sure to check on the cabin...vacume, check on the toilets..OK Snookums." "Love you..What?...Sure..No problem..I'll pick up Chinese food on the way home so you don't have to cook.." :help:
Fellas...ya just can't make this sh$%^ up! I'll be adding more "truth" as more people post....
Post by: drewsbow on February 18, 2008, 01:41:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 18, 2008, 03:16:00 PM
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The next is Shawn's, He is such a great organizer and a blast to hunt with.
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Post by: ishiwannabe on February 18, 2008, 03:21:00 PM
Im looking forward to the rush once ebveryone gets home...not used to living vicariously through others I guess. :D Tic toc....
Post by: Stone Knife on February 18, 2008, 03:31:00 PM
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Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 18, 2008, 03:36:00 PM
Post by: swampbuck on February 18, 2008, 03:48:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 18, 2008, 03:49:00 PM
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Post by: Mockingbird on February 18, 2008, 04:33:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 18, 2008, 04:39:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 18, 2008, 04:50:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 18, 2008, 05:07:00 PM
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Post by: NOMAD88 on February 18, 2008, 06:17:00 PM
Here are the pictures of shawns ink
Post by: NOMAD88 on February 18, 2008, 06:17:00 PM
Post by: Jim Boettcher on February 18, 2008, 06:23:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 18, 2008, 06:35:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 18, 2008, 06:36:00 PM
Back soon.........
David
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 18, 2008, 06:48:00 PM
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How things change......two hours later, the "Gauntlet" prepares to shoot the running rabbit......
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/huntrdfk/P1000252.jpg)
The kids and parents/Grandparents....(didn't forget you Lee), just before we start on the kids hunt.....
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More to follow.......
David
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 18, 2008, 06:58:00 PM
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Here is Justin on the second kid's push, you think he was ready? Look at the arrow ready to go just in front of him........
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And here is Hunter at the ready on the same push....realize we are on a trail here, and you can get an idea of how thick it is.....
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David
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 18, 2008, 07:09:00 PM
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Here is a part of the crew as we start into the first hedgerow along the airport fence, that is Ken and Chuck to the left.......within 30 yards of this picture the first rabbit was kicked out, I was putting my camera away when it almost ran into me, I tried to kick it with my left foot and missed at a distance of 8".......
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Shortly after that I jumped into the hedgerow to kick a couple of piles, I had to throw my bow out to Chuck when it got too thick, when I came out this is what I looked like, and this was just the begininng......
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Be back in a few.....
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 18, 2008, 07:15:00 PM
Post by: Jeremy on February 18, 2008, 07:26:00 PM
2008 (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/420W/IM000981.jpg)
2007 (http://home.earthlink.net/imagelib/sitebuilder/misc/show_image.html?linkedwidth=actual&linkpath=http://home.earthlink.net/~jsteflik1306/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/bob.jpg&target=tlx_new)
2006 (http://home.earthlink.net/imagelib/sitebuilder/misc/show_image.html?linkedwidth=actual&linkpath=http://home.earthlink.net/~jsteflik1306/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/wapitichaserbunny.jpg&target=tlx_new)
2005 (http://home.earthlink.net/imagelib/sitebuilder/misc/show_image.html?linkedwidth=actual&linkpath=http://home.earthlink.net/~jsteflik1306/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/bunny.jpg&target=tlx_new)
:clapper: :clapper:
Post by: NOMAD88 on February 18, 2008, 07:29:00 PM
Post by: NOMAD88 on February 18, 2008, 07:30:00 PM
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Post by: Wapiti Chaser on February 18, 2008, 07:36:00 PM
What else can be said but a big thanks to Shawn and his family!! I'm sure your mother has a grin ear to ear !
OHHHHHHHHHHHH YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: bbassi on February 18, 2008, 07:46:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 18, 2008, 07:50:00 PM
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That bunny is finally off his back and I am glad! It was making even ME nervous!!!
Killdeer :eek:
Post by: Kingstaken on February 18, 2008, 07:51:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 18, 2008, 07:53:00 PM
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I'll let some others post some pics, my last couple are at the end of Rabbit Valley at the end of the day.......
David
Post by: Killdeer on February 18, 2008, 07:55:00 PM
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Killdeer :thumbsup:
Post by: Stone Knife on February 18, 2008, 08:03:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 18, 2008, 08:05:00 PM
:bigsmyl:
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Killdeer
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 18, 2008, 08:12:00 PM
David
Post by: Izzy on February 18, 2008, 08:12:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 18, 2008, 08:18:00 PM
These two shots would equal any shot wev've seen on tapes of Howard, Bear or Pearson.
Post by: adkmountainken on February 18, 2008, 08:26:00 PM
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Post by: adkmountainken on February 18, 2008, 08:30:00 PM
answer: acceptable!!!!! :scared: :scared:
as told by Aram!!
Post by: nanook712 on February 18, 2008, 08:30:00 PM
Post by: larry on February 18, 2008, 08:30:00 PM
after watching her shoot my centaur for abit, I asked her if I could shoot her morrison, after I splayed a few arrows all over the target, she looked at me with a straight face and asked me if I had a wandering eye :scared:
I gave her some pathetic excuse...I just didn't have the heart to tell the dear woman that I never shoot at the same spot twice for fear of breaking all my knocks.. :biglaugh:
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 18, 2008, 08:31:00 PM
1- Bob has the same sweet smile he was born with.
2- Bob looks good in brown clothes.
3- Bob has been carry-in the same dead rabbit for four years! :eek:
... mike ... :D ...
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on February 18, 2008, 08:36:00 PM
However the other thing in the photos that eveyone is missing is Mikey standing next to me, guess the grass was too high !! :biglaugh:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 18, 2008, 08:48:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 18, 2008, 08:49:00 PM
1- Gene Wensels head.
2- The dark side of the moon.
3- Why I carry pruners with me huntin'.
... mike ... :p ...
P.S. Guess that is why I never get a bunny. I gotta earn it first! ... Love Ya David!
Post by: Killdeer on February 18, 2008, 08:56:00 PM
Larry's bow shoots exactly where ya look, so it was a giveaway about his wandering eye. If I ever steal a bow, it will be his. It fits exactly, and I memorized the serial number, hoping that Jim Neaves can duplicate it.
Killdeer
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on February 18, 2008, 08:59:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 18, 2008, 09:03:00 PM
" dam this bow is stiffer then a wooden Indian!"
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 18, 2008, 09:05:00 PM
So this bunny huntin' can be :scared: when you are eye to eye with maneaters like Shawn has around the airport! Why do ya think they put up that new fence? I don't need to go to Africa to hunt maneaters. Just taking a walk in my backyard the tree rats try to have their way with me. Life is an adventure.
Good Night All!
... mike ... :rolleyes: ...
Post by: adkmountainken on February 18, 2008, 09:05:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/adkmountainken/bunny%20hunt/pic3.jpg)
Post by: swampbuck on February 18, 2008, 09:10:00 PM
I shoulda been able to finish off that killer bunny that Bob had thumped over at briarback...dang thing come chargin up the hill straight at me probably 200 yrds after runnin the first guantlet taking Bob's arrow.I was scramblin to get an arrow nocked whatch as he closed in fast,got her nocked up just in time as the killer bunny stopped not 5' away and doesn,t the dang arrow fall off the string in my rush :banghead: :banghead: he didn,t stay stopped long I tell ya...
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH YEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
Post by: adkmountainken on February 18, 2008, 09:11:00 PM
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Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 18, 2008, 09:14:00 PM
Post by: larry on February 18, 2008, 09:24:00 PM
Chris- "yeah, Izzy said he'd mount the first bunny that was shot"
Killy- "I think it would be better if they just held hands"
Post by: adkmountainken on February 18, 2008, 09:26:00 PM
Post by: Guru on February 18, 2008, 09:39:00 PM
What a hunt!!!!! After the hunt is over every year Shawn and I agree it'll be tough to top it the next time...but he and his family always take it above and beyond.....Thanx again brother :notworthy:
Early Sat. morning.....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08003.jpg)
This is Adam, "Drewsbow's" son...hands down the best young shooter I've ever seen!!! I loved watching him shoot. He's a "natural". After watching him on and off for a while. I just had to shoot with him.....we went head shot, for head shot.....check out this group he shot....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08005.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08006.jpg)
The kids hunt was just awesome, I got great footage that hopefully can be on the next TG DVD.
The hunt begins....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08010.jpg)
My bud Larry and his well deserved 1st JLMBH bunny.....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08012.jpg)
This is what a real bunny hunter looks like.....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08013.jpg)
Southpawshooter....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08014.jpg)
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 18, 2008, 09:47:00 PM
Post by: Guru on February 18, 2008, 09:47:00 PM
Izzy & Eric....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08019.jpg)
I'm sure this was real special for Jeremy to have his dad there when he killed a bunny....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08020.jpg)
All three from the same drive.....I bet there was over 30 shots taken on just this drive. I remember walking up to someone after I walked up to him as I finished driving...he'd shot every arrow in his quiver!!.....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08022.jpg)
Some long distance shooting......
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08025.jpg)
Guess who........
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Miss Killy......
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08027.jpg)
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Post by: Guru on February 18, 2008, 09:49:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 18, 2008, 09:50:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 18, 2008, 09:50:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/huntrdfk/P1000266.jpg)
David
Post by: LeeNY on February 18, 2008, 09:51:00 PM
David, I would have responded sooner, but my shawl got caught in my rocking chair! :knothead:
Jordans been bragging about the time he had, his older brother now wants to trade his compound for a longbow! I'll be bringing 2 grandsons next year. :clapper: :clapper:
Post by: Guru on February 18, 2008, 09:53:00 PM
Miss Killy amd Mikey "mcgroundstalker".....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08032.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08033.jpg)
And Damon's awesome self defense head shot!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08034.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08035.jpg)
Post by: robslifts on February 18, 2008, 09:56:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 18, 2008, 09:59:00 PM
Damon is really turning into a bunny killing machine. How many so far this year Damon?
Post by: adkmountainken on February 18, 2008, 10:07:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 18, 2008, 10:10:00 PM
Quote
Originally posted by adkmountainken:Quick, ok maybe not, story here......Hunter and I arrived Friday evening, we ate with Shawn and Kathy and just generally talked. Well, the wall in the raffle room held a number of bows, two in particular that were left handed, a 50@28 Bear Grizzly, and a 45@28 Bear Kodiak Mag. Hunter fell in love with the Kodiak Mag, saying he wanted to win THAT bow. Well, I worked the raffle with Shawn and Curt, and Hunter was on the porch.......the Grizzly came up and Chris won it. A while later I go into the porch to hand out a prize and Hunter has the bow, and I really don't have a lot of time to talk about it, but do figure out that someone had given it to him. (I didn't know it was Chris yet) Then towards the end Curt wins the Kodiak Mag, and he had wanted the Grizzly.....so, you guessed it, a trade was made on the spot, Hunter got his Kodiak Mag, and Curt got his Grizzly.
here is a picture of a very happy young man. Bowspirit ( Chris ) won a left hand Bear super mag in the raffle. as he was not left handed he looked around and saw Hunter, a fine young left handed lad and gave him a beautiful gift! way to go Chris, you da man!!! that is what it is all about!!!! now go bloody that bow Hunter!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v119/adkmountainken/bunny%20hunt/hunter.jpg)
This pic is of Hunter with his "new" bow on stand behind the greenhouses on Sunday.....
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Chris and Curt, I can't begin to tell you what this meant to me....thank you both for what you have done for my son. I will tell all of you that for the first hour riding home last night all he could talk about was the hunt, how much fun he had. He told me he wanted to come back NEXT weekend to hunt with Shawn again, and wanted to know why we only do this hunt once a year........I told him that was one of the things that made it so special. He told me we only had to wait 362 days, then promptly went to sleep for the rest of the ride........
Thank you again Chris and Curt, and thanks to each and every one of you for the way all of the kids were treated this wekend, it says a lot about who we are. :notworthy:
David
Post by: whitebuffalo on February 18, 2008, 10:17:00 PM
Post by: MJB on February 18, 2008, 10:22:00 PM
OUTSTANDING
Post by: Peter Smith on February 18, 2008, 10:29:00 PM
Pete
Post by: Chris Surtees on February 19, 2008, 05:47:00 AM
Congrats to all involved! :thumbsup: :clapper:
Post by: Tdog on February 19, 2008, 06:21:00 AM
Post by: Hot Hap on February 19, 2008, 06:52:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 19, 2008, 07:01:00 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/huntrdfk/P1000270.jpg)
At one point during that push I was on my belly, I would push my bow through a few feet, then clip some briars, push the bow, clip some briars. This was the end result of that push for me....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/huntrdfk/P1000287.jpg)
David
Post by: GrnMtnTradNut on February 19, 2008, 07:52:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 19, 2008, 07:54:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk@Work on February 19, 2008, 08:01:00 AM
Seems like every time we hunt Briarback Mtn when we end up in that bowl at the end there is at least one rabbit or two that ends up like a carnival duck just going back and forth, back and forth, I don't know how many shots were let loose at this one rabbit but it was a lot......I saw Bamboo Mike let one go at it from about 50 yards away, it was great watching the flight of that arrow.......then, when almost all of us break out on top, one more rabbit busts out and runs right by about 25 of us who just stand there and watch.......
David
Post by: swampbuck on February 19, 2008, 08:22:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk@Work on February 19, 2008, 08:38:00 AM
Here is our caravan as we leave the Greenhouses/Briarback Mountain to head back for a quick bite and drink before the final few pushes of the hunt........
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/huntrdfk/P1000271.jpg)
David
Post by: Terry Green on February 19, 2008, 08:45:00 AM
Post by: joe skipp on February 19, 2008, 10:44:00 AM
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Post by: swampbuck on February 19, 2008, 02:27:00 PM
Post by: bbassi on February 19, 2008, 03:12:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 19, 2008, 03:42:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 19, 2008, 03:52:00 PM
David
Post by: Stone Knife on February 19, 2008, 03:57:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 19, 2008, 04:14:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 19, 2008, 04:18:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/huntrdfk/P1000273.jpg)
I looked left, saw Curt and said, "what's this?"...he broke out in a smile and said I got one! Here is the hero pic again, he nneds to tell his story about this one, he deserves it!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/huntrdfk/P1000274.jpg)
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 19, 2008, 04:19:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 19, 2008, 04:31:00 PM
MANY,MANY,Thanks My Friend!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 19, 2008, 04:43:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on February 19, 2008, 04:50:00 PM
I swear there was a "C" written on the back of the winning ticket... :eek: ;)
Fellas, there were great prizes donated from everyone and it was a pleasure to see the young hunters having a great time....Thanks again to the Leonard family and everyone who made this hunt a success.... :thumbsup:
Post by: Tdog on February 19, 2008, 05:06:00 PM
Post by: reecool on February 19, 2008, 05:32:00 PM
Thanks to you Shawn and to your familly ,
Thanks all of you and wish to see you soon for more fun !
Eric .
Post by: Izzy on February 19, 2008, 05:48:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 19, 2008, 05:51:00 PM
Post by: jacobsladder on February 19, 2008, 06:05:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 19, 2008, 07:31:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on February 19, 2008, 08:13:00 PM
After tripping over vines and getting my face slapped with thorny limbs, I was resting when Bunny out front was yelled. I knew Dave and Killy were standing somewhere in front...not sure how far. Here comes this rabbit..by me and past Mike...right to Scott. One shot..one dead rabbit.
Then I look up to see this Boone and Crockett Rabbit just sitting there about 10 yds away and Ihave no shot through the thick stuff. I yelled to Mike to set up and I'll try to move the rabbit his way. I see Mike kneeling and clearing a path....I made my move and the rabbit made his.
The rabbit was on a dead path to Mike ...I yelled he was coming...at maybe 2 ft the rabbit did a 90 degree and bolted. Seconds later another rabbit came loping by and Mike took some hair off him. Real tough shooting in that thick stuff.....
Post by: Killdeer on February 19, 2008, 08:17:00 PM
I write and edit best in an empty house with an old movie to ignore. Ain't happening here. :bigsmyl:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 19, 2008, 09:09:00 PM
Post by: Tim Kosteczko on February 19, 2008, 10:52:00 PM
Best site i saw all weekend was damon's head shot on his bunny:
Shawn and i had just finished a tiny push along the one stream when we hear the ever present "BUNNY" call, we turn to see a bunny 'haulin' down the hill, arrows fill the sky to the point they "block out the sun", snow and ice fly up as they hit the ground, missing their mark by inches, rabbit continues all out.
I turn my eyes about 50-60 yards downhill, see Damon turn and ready himself. bunny reaches the end of the "Gauntlet" just one man to beat and it is safety at last.
Damon stands his ground, 40 yards ...30...20...10...5... im thinkin ok shoot already. i loose sight of the bunny as it goes into the taller grass. damon draws and releases, i fear he is gonna shoot his foot.
in one motion he shoots bends over and raises his head shot bunny and a load roar fills the February air.
I couldnt help but laugh it was an awesome 10 seconds lol
Post by: Guru on February 20, 2008, 05:24:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 20, 2008, 05:50:00 AM
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/420W/IM000987.jpg)
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 20, 2008, 06:19:00 AM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 20, 2008, 06:51:00 AM
Post by: joe skipp on February 20, 2008, 09:06:00 AM
Dave..you know that gel stuff you put on your feet to prevent blisters....New Foot...I'm buying
you some for your head next year. We'll tape it on and you can bust through brush and never worry about bleeding again. Your head looked like my wifes legs after she shaves....ooops.
How bad is Briarback Mtn...Curtis took a 30 yd shot downhill at a rabbit...I asked him if he was going to retrieve his arrow...after thinking about it, he figured it was best to leave it there. Luckily a driver came by, found it and returned it.
How about Mark Fedrizzi...misses bowseason due to back surgery...comes up Sunday for the hunt and nails a rabbit.. :thumbsup: ;) I said nice shot....Scott called it luck... :eek:
Next to last drive Sunday, Aram hammers this rabbit with a Judo at 3 ft...the rabbit gets between us, under a blowdown...squirms out loses the arrow and bolts past 4 other hunters. He made the field unscathed and was still running when we left.
If anyone saw us trying to dig out 2 rabbits from some frozen culvert pipes...they would call the boys with the white coats. One rabbit, ran into one end, another rabbit, that was hit ran into the other. We gave it our best shot but the pipe was just too long and are arms too short...
Even the limbs we rammed in there didn't work.
Quite a few rabbits made it to the holes...they must have known we were coming..
Post by: Terry Green on February 20, 2008, 09:31:00 AM
Post by: joe skipp on February 20, 2008, 09:36:00 AM
The wooden arrow has a blunt, aluminum a small adder pt. If the owners don't need or want them back, I would like to keep them here in my shop as Team Pink memorabilia....Pic below....
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Post by: Terry Green on February 20, 2008, 09:41:00 AM
Thanks for the call Curt....really cool to get your bunny in that fashion....the waiting made it that much sweeter ;)
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 20, 2008, 09:51:00 AM
I find myself smiling as I read, as I know all these places, and most of the people. It is good that I can merge last years experience with this years.
Next year, I will not be on the sidelines. Heck I might even be a good enough shot to hit a rabbit by then. :D
Great hunt, great people and one of the best times I have ever had with a bow in my hands.
Terry...you would be hooked for life. :saywhat:
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 20, 2008, 01:29:00 PM
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Drivers on the last push of a wonderful weekend....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/huntrdfk/P1000279.jpg)
And this photo is pretty telling of what the entire weekend is like, we had just finished the last push, I had walked up to the house when I heard a clang. I turned around to find this group to include Justin, Hunter, Shawn, Curt and Chris taking a few final shots at the steel target......it brought a smile to my face to them still shooting knowing that the hunt was over....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v248/huntrdfk/P1000285.jpg)
David
Post by: woodchucker on February 20, 2008, 03:22:00 PM
Every year I head to Selkirk for the "Joan Leonard Memorial Bunny Hunt".....THIS,is the highlight of my year and I look forward to it with the anticipation of a kid waiting for Christmas. It is a great Time,and a chance to see old friends,and meet new ones.
When the hunt begins,the "HuntMaster" Shawn,huddles everyone together and explians how a piece of cover will be pushed. Then,the group is devided into 2 groups, "stompers" and "standers". Like a schoolyard Captain before a game,Shawn hand picks his team,"The Stompers". It takes a special type of Bunny Hunter to be a "stomper",and Shawn picks them very carefully.You must jump headlong into the thickest,thorniest,nastiest with total abandon for hide and hair.(especialy your HIDE)You just "bulldoze" through cover that everyone else walks around.This year was my 4th year at the Bunny Hunt.My fisrt year on the first push I raised my hand....."I'll push".....I was assigned as a stander. I was a stander,Oh Well.....But it was a blast anyway.On the last push through "Rabbit Valley",Shawn called out "woodchucker!!!!!" (did I really just hear that?????) After we pushed "Rabbit Valley" and we were back at the house,Shawn stopped me and said "you did really good in there". I was so proud I was bustin' my buttons!!!!! The next year I was on almost every push,and last year too. However.....I realized that Shawn just doesn't need "Stompers" He also needs "Standers" who know the area andact as guides to help place the newcomers in position to get shots at bunnies. It doesn't really mater which side I'm on,we all have fun.But when it's time for Shawn to pick his "team" and I hear him hollar "woodchucker!!!!!" I just smile.....I'm one of "Shawn's Stompers" :bigsmyl:
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Izzy on February 20, 2008, 03:44:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 20, 2008, 05:31:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 20, 2008, 05:55:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 20, 2008, 05:59:00 PM
Post by: Keith Deters on February 20, 2008, 06:13:00 PM
I have to beleive that, too, that there wasn't a rabbit out there that didn't get harrassed, kicked, shot at, stomped on, or otherwise bothered. There were just too many feet in there kickin them out.
Shawn, it was good to see your dad doing well. It was great hunting with him when he came out with us in all that slash. I rememeber him coming out of some of the nastiest stuff after a drive. I couldn't believe a man could get through it. I think he had his selfbow with him. He got to the field, gave a big smile, and headed out for the next push.
I got to learn not to ride in the back of his truck too!! :biglaugh:
Post by: Stone Knife on February 20, 2008, 06:24:00 PM
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Post by: Wapiti Chaser on February 20, 2008, 06:36:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 20, 2008, 06:53:00 PM
I did see Skipp, bamboo and some others tryin' to shove a tree into the ground. Kinda thought they were tryin' to re-plant it or something. :rolleyes:
Can't wait for next year! Thank You Shawn and Family!
... mike ...
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 20, 2008, 07:04:00 PM
Mike, you might be short bro, but you have one of the biggest hearts I know of. You are always welcome in my woods bud. Awesome book by the way.
There are quite a few bunnies around there. I always thought I had a lot here until I went to the hunt last year. Those rabbits must..like rabbits. :D
Im still waiting for the videos... :campfire:
Post by: Killdeer on February 20, 2008, 07:42:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 20, 2008, 07:46:00 PM
I learned alot about bunny hunting and how they react to pressure this time out. Hunting with trad bows is sooooo much fun. We can be close to each other and witness most of the action. Wouldn't do that with firearms. Cool! Just wish it was more than once a year. Warm up hunts mean alot. I have to make time for this stuff more often.
... mike ...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 20, 2008, 07:47:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 20, 2008, 08:07:00 PM
Post by: NOMAD88 on February 20, 2008, 08:09:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 20, 2008, 08:15:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 20, 2008, 08:15:00 PM
O.K., O.K. ... I don't have any pics to post so I'll tell about the bunnies I saw and shot at. Happy?
Walking along the airport fence with killdeer and letin' the mob keep going (because I kinda like to be the rear guard) I tell killy, "Let's hang back and let the bunnies use this brush line to get away from the main group. Maybe we'll get a shot.") And that is what happenes! We both miss. :(
That's when Shawn tells killdeer to "Keep an eye on the kids." Like a good person she does. Now I make my Lone Wolf exit to the rear again.... "WE" are all gonna push this way! Got it? Yea... Bye. So I hold back like a sneakie pete again and have a bunnie doing 50 mph jump outa the cover and use the trail runin' straight away. PERFECT SHOT Right Over His Head! Then he dumps back into the thick stuff. Would you believe the same thing happens twice again!? True. Gotta Love This Bunny Hunting. Had a blast without the mess.
... mike ...
P.S. The Book? ... "Story In Stone" about stone arrow and spear points.
Post by: Killdeer on February 20, 2008, 08:17:00 PM
I gotta go to bed soon, and I would like to post my post before I do.
KILLERDEER :mad:
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 20, 2008, 08:24:00 PM
xoxoxox mike xoxoxox
Hi Ken ... :wavey: ...
Post by: adkmountainken on February 20, 2008, 08:27:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 20, 2008, 08:34:00 PM
I will be asleep by nine, one way or the other.
Oh, and if I DO have to come looking for you, please run. I love it when they run. :)
K~ :archer:
Post by: NOMAD88 on February 20, 2008, 08:37:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 20, 2008, 08:40:00 PM
Contract fulfilled....its not 9 yet....POST AWAY!! :biglaugh:
Post by: Killdeer on February 20, 2008, 08:40:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 20, 2008, 08:41:00 PM
"Story In Stone" about stone arrow and spear points...... Good Night Dear. It was great to meet you in person. You are a cool gal!
... mike ... :archer: ...
Post by: Killdeer on February 20, 2008, 08:43:00 PM
I must say that it seems like a dream I had. I dreamed that I was flying. I love flying, but never seem to do it. Had a friend with a private plane take me up a couple of times, ten years ago, taking shots of my hunting grounds.
Commercially? It has been thirty years ago and then some. Neat dream, I was on an adventure. It took me over roads that I had not traveled in over a year, and the changes kept me wide-eyed. Then I was swept into the well-oiled machine of BWI Airport. Scary thing, leaving my truck and riding a shuttle to the terminal. I left my autonomy behind and took a leap of faith into the System. Wanting no chance of delay, I went straight into Security, and then, once I had regained custody of my shoes and reassembled myself, I set out to find my gate. The view was cramped and I had about three hours to kill, so I sat at the very end of the terminal, feet up on a stool and binoculars out. I watched two redtails over the pines at the end of the runway. I watched planes taxi, take off, and land. I watched fire trucks go by, lights a-blazing...
I watched the hawks some more.
Plane number 223 came in from Columbus and disgorged its load. People out, trash out, unspeakables out, and then we all lined up and waited. I had fun talking to a little girl who was on her way to Grandma's. She made me take off my hat. I think she was making sure that my hair went all the way to the top of my head. We filed in, and nobody objected when I requested a window seat. Imagine! This WAS a good dream!
Looking out the window, I could see folks doing God knows what, getting the plane ready for the sky. I was fine with that, but wondered about the guy with the gaiter up over his nose and mirror wraps in the hoodie that said "GITMO" on the back. Oh well, at least there was no Yeti on the wing.
Tugged back, we taxied out, lined up and made a run for it. We caught the sky and held on, and I felt that awesome push as God took us all in hand and lifted us. It always brings tears to my eyes, the soaring, the power, the lift, the flying higher even than the eagles. I was glued to the window, and watched the airport, and Baltimore, fade from view.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5286.jpg)
Killdeer
Post by: Killdeer on February 20, 2008, 08:48:00 PM
"Well?!!! Post Somethin' Will Ya! Please. I gotta go sleepie with my pink blankie now.
xoxoxox mike xoxoxox
Hi Ken ... ..."
I don't see a book there. Somebody give him some castor oil. :D
Ahh. THAT cheered me up!
Killdeer
Post by: Izzy on February 20, 2008, 08:51:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 20, 2008, 08:56:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 20, 2008, 09:00:00 PM
... mike ... :)
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 20, 2008, 09:01:00 PM
I hate to do this, but in Mikey's defense he posted this on page 88, just before one of your "I'm going to bed posts".....sorry...
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Originally posted by mcgroundstalker:David
Hey Shawn! Did Ya Get Your Voice Back Yet? :p
O.K., O.K. ...
That's when Shawn tells killdeer to "Keep an eye on the kids." Like a good person she does. Now I
... mike ...
P.S. The Book? ... "Story In Stone" about stone arrow and spear points.
Post by: adkmountainken on February 20, 2008, 09:04:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 20, 2008, 09:05:00 PM
The buildings thinned out, and the tract housing, and then the reassuring farms and woodlands returned. There was a line of white to the left, paralleling the flight path. More and more white showed up below us, and we began our descent into Albany. I listened to the engines wind up as we slowed. I looked eagerly at the farms, trying to get an early feel for the land that I would soon walk and learn.
Albany
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5310.jpg)
I was still in the old days when I got off the plane. I expected to see Shawn at the gate, maybe with a lei. Dopey me! I left the secure area and came down a ramp.
"Killy?"
"Maybe you could help me, young man. I'm looking for a tall guy in a safety vest, holding a rabbit."
And off we went to get a hunting license.
Killdeer (Yawwwwnnnnn)
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 20, 2008, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on February 20, 2008, 09:06:00 PM
We had Mike Robin on one end..the end the "good" rabbit ran into and we followed your rabbits blood trail to the other end. We were not planting trees Mikey....we were attempting to add a few more rabbits to the total....so there.
Post by: Killdeer on February 20, 2008, 09:11:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5356.jpg)
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 20, 2008, 09:18:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 20, 2008, 09:21:00 PM
David
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 20, 2008, 09:23:00 PM
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 20, 2008, 10:10:00 PM
Post by: eidsvolling on February 20, 2008, 10:13:00 PM
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Originally posted by Killdeer: Oh well, at least there was no Yeti on the wing.
Quote
Originally posted by Killdeer:The answer is yes. And some of us even get the semi-obscure references that make us chuckle. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nightmare_at_20,000_Feet)
Does anybody ever READ what I post?
Post by: Killdeer on February 20, 2008, 10:27:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on February 20, 2008, 11:06:00 PM
You never really shot my Groves, just drew it back a few times...this means you have to come back and shoot some arrows out of it. Scott said if the plane fare goes up, he's willing to come down and pick you up...with Mikey riding shotgun
:scared: :eek: :help:
Post by: joe skipp on February 20, 2008, 11:17:00 PM
Answer all questions honestly whether you were satisfied or dissatisfied. I know Mikey went to bed early and not sure if he gave you the grand tour on his tricyle but we will have a talk with him. :eek: :confused:
Thanks for the chips...we had enough Gin in the room but it was nice of you to leave us what you didn't finish from your half gallon....uh-oh...the truck from Canada arrived...Nite everyone :archer:
Post by: Stone Knife on February 21, 2008, 05:36:00 AM
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Post by: Huntrdfk on February 21, 2008, 07:10:00 AM
Joe next year we will have to send Mikey off to "Official Team Pink Chapperone" training......I've got a few ideas, beginning with
"How to Make Yourself Look Like you're in Charge When You Are Less Than 4"11" Tall"
:bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
David
Post by: Bowspirit on February 21, 2008, 10:05:00 AM
Post by: joe skipp on February 21, 2008, 10:33:00 AM
Maybe a weekend up in NH with you and your fellow officers should straighten the little guy out.... :eek:
As we all saw in the room, even though it was a SHORT stay, he can become incorrigabal...red doo rag and all..... :confused: :rolleyes:
Post by: Killdeer on February 21, 2008, 03:28:00 PM
My stuff just got here! Looks like all of it, too! Shawn, sorry, I shorted you a dime on the postage.
Can't trust me, I guess.
Killdeer
Post by: Kingstaken on February 21, 2008, 03:38:00 PM
Can someone photoshop Killy's picture in the group picture? My thought's are opening and expamding up the center and adding her pciture 4x others to the center making her the focal point and the rest of all as the frame sort of like a collauge around the special guest. :bigsmyl:
Post by: swampbuck on February 21, 2008, 04:09:00 PM
Curt :readit: :thumbsup: this thing will be retired soon we need some pics maybe a little video and a story
Okay I was one of the drivers driving along side Curt on the 2nd greenhouse push when we were coming out when of course somebody yells BUUUUUNNNNNNIIIIEEEEE he manages to race past Curt heading straight on but my arrow slipped harmlessly just over his back.I did try my darndest to stab him with the end of my LB as he raced by but that was a no go too LOL sure was exciting even without getting the bunny
Post by: Stone Knife on February 21, 2008, 04:21:00 PM
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Post by: Izzy on February 21, 2008, 05:38:00 PM
Post by: drewsbow on February 21, 2008, 06:17:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 21, 2008, 06:24:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 21, 2008, 06:30:00 PM
Before I forget, to all of you that interacted in any way with Hunter or any of the other kids for that matter, thank you. You all made a great impression on him, it was neat to know I didn't have to worry about him or who he was with.
So, again, thank you all!!!!!!
David
Post by: swampbuck on February 21, 2008, 06:32:00 PM
Yea Aram's a good guy,I think Ru has grown 1 1/2' since they started coming LOL I still remember him chasing that bunny the first time LOL It was nice to meet Aram's daughter too she kept an eye on Sonny for me when we did that very last set of drive's.He seemed like he should sit those out he hunted hard both days besides I think the girls spoiled him
Post by: Kingstaken on February 21, 2008, 06:51:00 PM
I did but I lost all my pictures. :mad:
Post by: woodchucker on February 21, 2008, 06:52:00 PM
(I wonder where they came from..... :rolleyes: )
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 21, 2008, 06:58:00 PM
Post by: jacobsladder on February 21, 2008, 07:02:00 PM
the book is for you to read and just pass on to a buddy..i dont need it back..
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 21, 2008, 07:07:00 PM
Wait, that's two now, two more and Mikey will be able to reach the ground when he straddles the hay bales at the steel plate!!
David
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 21, 2008, 07:27:00 PM
Did anyone take those osage seeds? Or did someone really pay Chris to drink that slurry? Ack...
We need to figure out some sort of get togther mid way between bunny hunts...if Team Pink is involved we could call it Drunken Stumpin. Who is Team Pink anyway? :confused: I looked but didnt see any secret handshakes....and almost everyone was wearing pink, might not have been visible, well you get the point.
On a different note. My wife just cruised through and did a double take on the total raised. Then she said "Wow, thats awesome!". I guess she wasnt listening when I told her earlier this week. :rolleyes: Anyway, I agree. Glad to be part of it. Cant wait for the next one. Whats the count Hunter? :jumper:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 21, 2008, 07:29:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 21, 2008, 07:32:00 PM
David
Post by: Guru on February 21, 2008, 07:47:00 PM
Get there Sat. morning....Walk in to Dad's house to bring some gear in....I hear, in a womans voice, "hey Curt", as nonchalant as could be, like she's said hello to me a hundred times,and we just saw each other the day before....It was Miss Killy. We'd never actually met before...that's her way...she's like an instant old friend.....
The kids hunt was the highlight for me...but something happened to me the next day,in the same spot that was a close second. Those kids were just a hoot, I wish I'd have had Cade for that part of the hunt. The video I took of Adam on the kids hunt,and all of the other Bunny hunt stuff will be sent to Terry and hopefully be a part of the next B of TG dvd .
Very first drive on Sat...."The Island of Trees" push...Shawn sends me to set the standers....Get set with "T-dog on my right,and Shawns friend Mario on my left....I hear the drive begin and it wasn't long before the stampede started.....here come a bunny right for me. I start me draw as he's hopping toward me prepared for a moving shot and he stops :mad: . Now normally that's a good thing,but I shoot much better when I don't have to hold a re-adjust my focus. I held got on him at 10 yds and shot right under him. That bunny would be dead just about 10 out of 10 if I draw on him while sitting, but I couldn't risk the movement....oh well.....shot shots later the drive ended.....I was loving life! It's hard to desribe the excitment of these drives. The voices and distant banter back and forth between hunters is priceless :jumper:
That was the last time I'd shoot at a bunny on sat., even thought I saw a bunch more,I was either driving or videoing,and didn't manage any more shots....What a start
By the end of day one.....there's were 10 bunny's brought in....Shawn and I talked earlier about never being able to duplicate last years total. We figured 16 bunny's was just a fluke cause by last years deep snow.....but now, after 10 on the first day, we were talking about the possibility of breaking last years total!
Another one of Damon(nomad88) Shawn's son in law , he's turned into the bunny terminator.....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08036.jpg)
Stoneknife(Jim) and little Joe,his son.....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08038.jpg)
Fran with his bunny....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08039.jpg)
All the gangers that killed a bunny on day one, I have a better pic I'll post later(with killy's eyes open)....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08042.jpg)
The raffle Sat. night was just awesome, donated items were more than anyone could ever expect....I threw in my $100 for the kids and I think I was on the low end of donation...guys were pouring money into the box and grabbing tickets by the truckload!
It was a very lucky night for me,I came home with a ton of great stuff!
Post by: adkmountainken on February 21, 2008, 07:47:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 21, 2008, 08:33:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 21, 2008, 08:39:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 21, 2008, 08:42:00 PM
Great pics Curt, hope ya feel better soon bro.
Do we have a count on how many rabbits Damon got this year? More than most trad bowmen in a decade I bet. Unreal.
I get to start physical therapy next week, and Im contacting an accupuncturist manana. Im hoping for one more hunt before the season ends.
Post by: Guru on February 21, 2008, 08:53:00 PM
This winter hunt gives me some thing to look forward to just like opening day of bow season, turkey season, the Muzzy shoot, and far away hunts!! It's that good, just the way it is!!!!
With only one....it's just that, the one and only "Joan Leonard Memorial Bunny Hunt" :notworthy:
Post by: joe skipp on February 21, 2008, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 21, 2008, 08:59:00 PM
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Post by: adkmountainken on February 21, 2008, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 21, 2008, 09:09:00 PM
I hereby formally apologize for being so slow. I am well-known for it at my place of employment, and have a turtle on my watch fob.
ENTRY; JLMBH; FORMAL EXCUSES;
I am getting up at 4:30 every morning and going to work. I come home in the afternoon and take the dog to the park. Then I go home and get something to eat. The time between getting something to eat and going to bed is spnt either online or taking a shower. I am here because I don't shower every day. Deal with it, my coworkers do. (deal with it, not shower every day)
Tonight is THURSDAY, my regularly scheduled meeting of the Chagrined Again Hunting Club, of which I am Founder and Whipper-In. Attendance is mandatory.
I have not even called my father to tell him of my experiences, nor have I had time to brush my hair since the day before yesterday. Tomorrow is supposed to bring ice storms. I have to work, and may possibly die in traffic. Tomorrow after I walk the dog and possibly de-ice my father's homeplace, I should be studying all the ways that the Post Office will try to screw me in the Count, which commences on Saturday. The Count will determine the volume of mail flowing through the portal of MY route, and will determine how many hours I will get paid for. The PO has started its dirty work already, and I need to be prepared to account for all the stuff that I may receive credit for.
I have Sunday off.
I am working on it, and have uploaded some of my pics in preparation.
And stop putting people in the sun to take pictures of them. Too much contrast and squinting.
Killdeer~I had to vent before I strangled the cat. Book? Who has time to read a book? Bedtime is at nine, and I am late. Again.
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 21, 2008, 09:10:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 21, 2008, 09:12:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 21, 2008, 09:16:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 21, 2008, 09:23:00 PM
In private?
:jumper:
Post by: Guru on February 21, 2008, 09:52:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08041.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08040.jpg)
Post by: Izzy on February 21, 2008, 10:45:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 22, 2008, 06:46:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on February 22, 2008, 06:53:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on February 22, 2008, 07:07:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 22, 2008, 08:02:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on February 22, 2008, 08:04:00 AM
Post by: Aram on February 22, 2008, 09:42:00 AM
There are two pictures out there I would like to get. Both have my friend Ken in them. In one Ken and I pose as mountainmen from across continents. ( I think Kingstaken might have taken that one and his pictures are lost :( No big deal but if anyone else has one...)
The other picture is of Ken and my daughter, Una. That's a special one. Curt if you could post it I'll tell my take on the story and let Ken fill in the details.
Post by: Kingstaken on February 22, 2008, 11:20:00 AM
Y'all just have to do it again next year. :pray:
Jim
Post by: swampbuck on February 22, 2008, 01:05:00 PM
LOL Curt does that mean your gonna do 10 in a row on the steel arrow muncher next yr ?
Post by: woodchucker on February 22, 2008, 01:27:00 PM
For all concerned.....
I have NOT done any Dancin' since before the Bunny Hunt!!!!! I have ABSOLUTELY (absolute power?????) nothing to with this blanket of white fluff that is currantly covering the NorthEast!!!!!
(Hmmmmm.....you don't suppose I had a few inches on "backorder" that I forgot about do you????? :rolleyes:
Post by: woodchucker on February 22, 2008, 02:04:00 PM
It was so fun watching the bunch of boys that I was "Guiding" I will not name names LOL,I will only state that they have learned well by watching us older folks..... :rolleyes:
I would place them in the brush along the field edge,and a short time later they would soon start to gravitate out into the field.They would all be in a gaggle,compareing equipment (I wonder where they learned THAT from LOL) "That's a cool bow,what kind is it?" "These are my points","Hey that's a Judo point","That's a Blunt","I've got a knife","That's cool,Ive got one too","Look at my knife".....
I would let them huddle for a while,then shoo them back into the bushes. I had Brother Ken watching the ditch,and I was talking to Drew,when this young man starts to make his way out of the brush.He was EXTREMELY tangled,so I suggested he take off his quiver and toss it out to me,which he does.He is still quite tangled and he's having problems,so I ask him if he would like me to hold his bow for him. He hands me his bow,then he gets down on his hands and knees and starts to crawl out.I looked behind him and said to Drew,"Here comes a bunny!!!!!" The bunny ran right beside this kid,saw Drew and I,did a HARD right,and ran over this young fella's hands literaly right in front of his nose LOL!!!!! The kid looked at me with his eyes as big as baseballs and said,"DID YOU SEE THAT BUNNY?????" To which I replied,"I sure did!!!!! Why didn't you shoot him?????
The Young Hunter's answer....."YOU'RE HOLDING MY BOW!!!!!"
OOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!! :bigsmyl:
Post by: swampbuck on February 22, 2008, 03:23:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 22, 2008, 04:44:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 22, 2008, 06:17:00 PM
*Ahem!*
So, Shawn and I go to get a license. We went to Dick's, where we were served with all the enthusiasm that 175 pounds of ignorance behind the counter could muster. He even informed us that the season was over.
I guess we are all poachers. :(
Fifty-five bucks later I had the necessary papers and we left. WHAT? NO SHOPPING? Maybe the Dick's in NY would have regionally distinctive wares! treasures undreamt of outside Albany!
Prolly not. We got lunch. We checked me into the motel. Shawn was nonstop talking, which made it hard for me to keep track of where we were travelling, so I gave up and listened. We went to his dad's house and I met Honey, the Golden Retreiver. I heard the histories of all his neighbors and hunting buddies as Shawn drove me to Five Rivers Wildlife Refuge. I met a dozen deer.
He took me on a short tour of Albany, which was full of neat old architecture. I took pics out the window, and noted where to go should I wish to visit the museum in the morning. Shawn stopped on the highway ramp! Around here you would be killed for such affrontery, but there was no traffic here...I rushed anyway, I couldn't imagine that there could be no traffic. So, what was this, anyway?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5313.jpg)
This is the State Education Building.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5319.jpg)
See?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5317.jpg)
I loved the light we were getting, golden-rose, just like a Jimi Hendrix song. The State Armory was glowing in ruddy red glory.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5322.jpg)
I revel in the little stuff that makes this more than just a building.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5321C.jpg)
We left town, going through his favorite red-light districts. There was a traffic light with five cars lined up in front of him. Shawn was cursing like a NY cabbie on his own time, complaining about "traffic jams". :saywhat: :rolleyes:
The boy has no clue.
We did the Wal-Mart, I went with Shawn to his home and met his wife Cindy, and his dad, whom I prefer to call Mr. Leonard, out of respect. I got to meet his dogs, too, Max, May and Ben. I found Cindy to be down to earth and practical, dealing with whatever came up in much the way I wish I would. She has far more discipline than I. So, I had met Shawn, Cindy, Mr. Leonard and four dogs, and got a quick glimpse of the prizes folks had donated..
My two functioning brain cells maxed out on information, I knew that I would not be able to remember another name, place, event or thing.The two cells never speak to one another anyway. I drove back to the motel to pick my nose and digest this new information. It had been a long, full day since I awoke at 4:00 in my own apartment.
Killdeer
Post by: Stone Knife on February 22, 2008, 06:27:00 PM
OK I'm back on track Now this next pic is not a still from the Paterson film, actually it's Bob on his way out from the second to last push on Sunday.
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/420W/IM001001.jpg)
Post by: Tdog on February 22, 2008, 06:37:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 22, 2008, 06:46:00 PM
One more thing that I am with you on.....Shawn's dad will always be Mr Leonard to me.
If you look in the bottom front of Jim's last pic, you can see the top of a tree that has been chewed clean by rabbits, that picture doesn't do it justice either.
David
Post by: Killdeer on February 22, 2008, 06:54:00 PM
I am uploading a couple videos I took at Briarback. (Ain't no mountain about it!) reading about the mail count while I wait for the upload and answering this...I am a multitasking fool!
You feature in one of the videos. You may start a nervous sweat now.
Killdeer :saywhat: :p
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 22, 2008, 07:00:00 PM
I think I'll get my mind off of it and start some laundry......
David
Post by: Killdeer on February 22, 2008, 07:09:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 22, 2008, 07:49:00 PM
Post by: Aram on February 22, 2008, 08:15:00 PM
(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d60/Oarceas/IMG_0023.jpg)
OoooohhhhhYeahhhhhhh!!!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Keep an eye on Drew's son, Adam. After seeing him hunt, I know we'll hear from him again. Soon. :archer:
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 22, 2008, 08:31:00 PM
That tree in Jim's pic looks like it needs some protection from the bunnies. WOW.
Look forward to reading this thread every night. Keep up the good work everyone!!
Post by: Bowspirit on February 22, 2008, 08:43:00 PM
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Keep an eye on Drew's son, Adam. After seeing him hunt, I know we'll hear from him again. Soon.You hit that one dead on there, Aram...so true...
Post by: Bowspirit on February 22, 2008, 08:46:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 23, 2008, 05:34:00 AM
It is amazing what the right lighting will do.
:biglaugh:
Post by: Keith Deters on February 23, 2008, 08:42:00 AM
D+H Building (http://www.pbase.com/paraporcus/dh)
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 23, 2008, 08:43:00 AM
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on February 23, 2008, 11:50:00 AM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 23, 2008, 12:55:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 23, 2008, 03:55:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 23, 2008, 05:02:00 PM
My misses were all on the second push at the greenhouse, and both were at rabbits traveling at warp speed as they passed me.....the third to come by I hit in the rear but he kept right on going..... :banghead: On that push I was in a real thick spot, so before the pushers started I cut myself a two foot wide shooting lane about ten yards long......four rabbits ended up going through that lane!
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 23, 2008, 05:11:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 23, 2008, 07:45:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 23, 2008, 08:07:00 PM
David
Post by: Aram on February 23, 2008, 08:18:00 PM
OOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!
I think that was #16 :)
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 23, 2008, 08:41:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 23, 2008, 10:14:00 PM
Jeez. Roll over and go to sleep then. I believe I'll have a cigarette.
Stupid mail count. I just got in froma very full day, most of which was spent at work. The rest was spent at the tail end of a hog butchering.
The moon hung gibbous in the southeast as I drove in, a hub of activity for all the powers roaming the fathomless depths of the infinite night. Its dull amber glow was a warm promise in the bitter dark, like a glimmer from the bottom of a banked fire when one breathes it to life in the morning. I thought I saw my mother's face in her, but no.
It was the Energizer Bunny.
I need sleep.
Shawn...chill. :cool:
Killdeer
Post by: adkmountainken on February 23, 2008, 10:18:00 PM
Shawn,
did ya find that chap stick yet??? :scared:
Post by: southpawshooter on February 23, 2008, 11:08:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 23, 2008, 11:19:00 PM
Shawn is right tho, as all good things must come to an end. Not for ever, but as like changing seasons. Rest is good.
Post by: adkmountainken on February 24, 2008, 05:53:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 24, 2008, 07:16:00 AM
(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y275/420W/IM000984.jpg)
Post by: Killdeer on February 24, 2008, 08:53:00 AM
:eek:
Post by: Guru on February 24, 2008, 09:04:00 AM
I'll try to finish up with my pix and stories today...feelin' a little better....
Fred, Thanx bud....having that one published means the world to me....
Post by: Stone Knife on February 24, 2008, 09:24:00 AM
Post by: Killdeer on February 24, 2008, 09:25:00 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/MyChariot.jpg)
They didn't SEEM nervous about it, so I did that for them. It was both hands at ten and two for every mile! Friday dawned, and I made coffee and got free eats at the motel. Museum, with its treasures of regional artifacts? Or Five Rivers with its trove of wildlife and new birds for my lifelist? Shawn had said that he wanted to shoot some with Damon at his dad's house at 8:30. Fashionably late, I arrive at 9. Vacant. Dang!
Five Rivers? Mmmm. I went back to the Wal-Mart for the tape that Shawn told me not to buy, plus some food and to peruse the sporting goods section. (Ours get dissected and disappear sometime in November.) I went over later in the day to help Shawn and Cindy with some last minute prep to the house. The work they gave me to do was symbolic, little diddly stuff, punctuated by a beer or two. When all was as good as it would get, Shawn took me to the kiddy slopes to introduce me to the concepts behind Bunny Hunting.
What a guide! Never having done anything like this before, he walked me through it (as he walked through stands of living barbed wire) and never made me feel stupid. I had no concept of the significance of blue snow, and had never noticed bunny cuttings before. Sure, I knew the difference between deer browsing and bunny clipping, but had never seen so many saplings girdled and gnawn by these mini-beavers. It was awesome. He must have flushed out ten rabbits on the first drive, all of which fled gaily into the woodlot across the trail. Some paused to point and make rude gestures at me. :p
Having hunted deer for half my life on public land, I was used to that.
Killdeer
Post by: Guru on February 24, 2008, 09:31:00 AM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08043.jpg)
Saturday night after the raffle Shawn and I talked about me taking out Miss Faith for the sunday hunt. I'd never shot her before, but I figured that some good mojo and the fact that it was Miss Faith might break my 5ys "bunnyless" streak. Over the years I'd figured out every single way to miss rabbits. I'm talking some golden opportunities. So Sunday morning I grab some of the wood arrows Shawn had made up for Hope and Faith,and went out in the howling wind to see how she felt. Even in the 40-50mph crosswind she was putting arrow after arrow in the 3d bear at 15yds. It was heard to tell how they were actually flying with the wind kicking the feathered end all over the place. But they went right where I was looking to put them. Now I just needed a way to carry my arrows. Drew offers up a three arrow Eagle's flight(thanx bud, Shawn will be sending it back to you for me). I put it on and went back out to shoot a couple more shots....perfect....It was Miss Faith for Sunday!
First push I was part of the second waive of pushers, trying to catch the bunnies that double back....and double back they did!
Tim K. and I had a blast...first bunny came flying back toward me at about 10 yds and I made a surprisingly good running shot that couldn't have been any closer without taking hair off. Two shots later the push ended for me and I felt real godd about how I was shooting Miss Faith.....
Here's the results of the first push on Sunday(greenhouse).....
Bob Brown.....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08044.jpg)
Gary K., Tim's dad...both long time friends of mine.....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08045.jpg)
The huntmaster.....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08046.jpg)
bbassi....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08047.jpg)
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 24, 2008, 09:38:00 AM
Post by: Killdeer on February 24, 2008, 10:51:00 AM
I found my arrow at the woodpile. It was lying on the snow, and the fletches were discolored. I wondered what could have leached into them from the snow. I hit him!! :)
Did I mention that Shawn is a good guide? He spotted blood and we started trailing. We found where the rabbit had crossed a trail, and went toward the back of the woodlot. The rabbit then started losing a lot of blood, as a hole widened and stuff started to drag on him. We caught up to him, and the arrows started flying. We couldn't have hit the side of a barn from the inside. Shawn shot and hit a tree, and the arrow came right back at him! I feared that he would put an eye out, but admired his self-retrieving arrow. The rabbit had a good case of the "gleeps" by then, and a swift clip from Shawn put him out for good. My first bunny ever!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5337.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5330.jpg)
While the shot would have been great on a deer, I found that rabbit hearts are well ahead of what I expected, and instead of the crease behind the foreleg, I should go for shoulder and forward. Probably inside the joint of humerus and scapula is best. Unless ya head-shoot them like the REAL hunters did the next day!
Killdeer :D
Post by: Killdeer on February 24, 2008, 10:52:00 AM
Killdeer :bigsmyl:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 24, 2008, 10:55:00 AM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 24, 2008, 11:01:00 AM
How cool is that? That first bunny by Kathy was a sign of things to come, little did we know......
David
Post by: Mark Fedrizzi on February 24, 2008, 11:02:00 AM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 24, 2008, 11:33:00 AM
Shot placement on a bunny? Im happy if I hit them at all.... :biglaugh:
Post by: Huntrdfk2 on February 24, 2008, 12:35:00 PM
Hunter
Post by: adkmountainken on February 24, 2008, 12:40:00 PM
Una,
it is so refreshing to see a young lady in the great outdoors. emarace the beautys of nature and the flight of the arrow. never change to fit in, be yourself and believe in yourself, you make all of us proud! i look foward to seeing you next year and shooting a few arrows with ya. i do not need or want thanks for the knife. you being you is all the thanks one needs. i bet Barb would have handed the knife to you herself if she were there.
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 24, 2008, 12:44:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 24, 2008, 12:48:00 PM
Una is a very worthy recipient.......Aram you have a couple there to be proud of!
David
Post by: Guru on February 24, 2008, 12:51:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 24, 2008, 12:54:00 PM
Killdeer
I have hunted with your knife.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/Hunting%20and%20Camp/Bowhunt100805.jpg)
Post by: vermonster13 on February 24, 2008, 12:55:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 24, 2008, 12:57:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 24, 2008, 12:59:00 PM
2006:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/BBTC/BBTC%2006/MeNBernieNKnife.jpg)
Killdeer
Post by: drewsbow on February 24, 2008, 01:04:00 PM
Post by: Guru on February 24, 2008, 01:47:00 PM
It was time for Briarback mountain....Shawn takes the sitters and sends me to get the pushers set....as we get to where we where going to spread out all of a sudden Gary K. spots a bunny sitting under a bush. Gary knew haw much I wanted to kill a bunny with Miss Faith and quickly signals for me to come up and try the shot......What a guy to even think of me at time like that(thanx again bud)! I get about 10ft from the bush and Gary points out the rabbit thru the thorn branches. I pick out it's black eye,draw and release. And the bunny runs off....somehow I'd missed..not sure if I hit a branch...but I was sure I'd missed a golden opportunity....I guess it just wasn't meant to happen that way.
Briarback was probably the most dis-organized drive we've even made in 5 yrs, but still produced a phenomenal amount of shooting. But nothing was brought to bag.....On the way back out we pushed a brushy draw on the way back to do the "greenhouse push" again.....
I got another running close but no cigar shot at about 7yds.....
But Mark Fedrizzi and Stoneknife teamed up to bag another bunny....#15....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08051.jpg)
The start of the 2nd "greenhouse push"......
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08052.jpg)
Post by: Killdeer on February 24, 2008, 01:56:00 PM
Killdeer
Post by: Killdeer on February 24, 2008, 02:04:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/th_MVI_5410.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/?action=view¤t=MVI_5410.flv)
I didn't know that the camera was running on this one, but it captures what I think is the onset of David's black eye. The film is entitled "DOH!!" When I looked down his way, he was recoiling from a thicket and a tree trunk, holding his face. Evidently he had not lost any parts, so we kept hunting for rabbits.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/th_MVI_5411.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/?action=view¤t=MVI_5411.flv)
Killdeer
Post by: Huntrdfk2 on February 24, 2008, 02:22:00 PM
David
Post by: Huntrdfk2 on February 24, 2008, 02:23:00 PM
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 24, 2008, 02:26:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 24, 2008, 02:27:00 PM
:biglaugh:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 24, 2008, 02:30:00 PM
Post by: Guru on February 24, 2008, 03:06:00 PM
...at the end of this push it was Jeff Williams that came out with the record tying bunny #16,good shootin' bud.....Jeff and his son Tyler....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH08053.jpg)
We packed up and headed back to Mr. Leonard's house(I know someone has pix of this)....we said goodbye to a good number of the hunters. Some had long drives ahead of them and needed to hit the road....the goodbye's are always the tough part for me........
Post by: Guru on February 24, 2008, 03:32:00 PM
Mikey vs. Steel....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/th_JLMBH08004.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/?action=view¤t=JLMBH08004.flv)
Post by: adkmountainken on February 24, 2008, 04:21:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 24, 2008, 04:32:00 PM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 24, 2008, 04:53:00 PM
... mike ...
Post by: Killdeer on February 24, 2008, 05:18:00 PM
Here ya go, Curt!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5389.jpg)
Gitmo Bound! :scared: :scared:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5390-1.jpg)
Killdeer
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 24, 2008, 05:42:00 PM
Post by: Guru on February 24, 2008, 05:53:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on February 24, 2008, 05:59:00 PM
The other time he had that look was early in the hunt...head long into the briars, he threw his bow out to me and yelled.."Take this thing before I wrap it around this tree.".... Then he made me check his scalp for any thorns...I checked it from a "distance"...
This "look" and "behavior" was documented by Woodchucker.....honest...I swear.... :rolleyes:
Post by: Killdeer on February 24, 2008, 06:28:00 PM
Killdeer
Post by: Killdeer on February 24, 2008, 06:39:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5424.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5422c.jpg)
Post by: Killdeer on February 24, 2008, 07:04:00 PM
Arriving at the doings, I was elated by the thrum of activity throughout the scene. Walking in the front door the first thing I saw was Curt putting his clothes on. OK, he had lots of clothes on already, but he was putting more on. We said howdy and I went in search of more free coffee. The back yard was abuzz.
Normally, I get nervous when there are more than three people around. Crowds make me flee. Not this one!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5342.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5343.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5344-1.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5345.jpg)
Killdeer
Post by: adkmountainken on February 24, 2008, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: Izzy on February 24, 2008, 07:28:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 24, 2008, 07:32:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on February 24, 2008, 07:44:00 PM
Or is that Mikey standing up in my truck???
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 24, 2008, 07:47:00 PM
The truck pictures bring me back to wondering what the officer in the cruiser must have been thinking as he passed us.....
"There ain't no way I have enough paper on me to stop those guys"
"I know there must be a law against that, I just don't know what it is"
He looked at us and kept right on driving without ever slowing down......
David
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 24, 2008, 07:58:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 24, 2008, 08:25:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 24, 2008, 09:59:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 25, 2008, 06:31:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on February 25, 2008, 06:47:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on February 25, 2008, 09:17:00 AM
Took Sonny out yesterday the last weekend day of the season around here.We only got 2 and I had to stop cause Sonnys tail was even worse than last weekend on the bunnyhunt.The bunnies were running pretty big loops till the last one held up at one end doing mini circles.Sonny was leaving a 4' wide blood trail with his tail whipping back and forth,if it was a deer I'd expect to find it.Since he wieghs in @ just over 40#s I thought I better leash him before he ran out or got so low that he just fell over.I did check by the way and Sonny is 7 yrs old this past Dec. One of these yrs I'm gonna hafta leave him home.Still a few yrs off yet
Anybody got any idea's on what to do about his tail? He ain't smart enuff to stop waggin it so hard when he's in the brush and I can't have him loosin that much blood to often or the hunt will end early like it did yesterday
Post by: woodchucker on February 25, 2008, 09:29:00 AM
I'm just glad it's a few years from now. But when the time comes for Sonny to lay beside the Eternal Campfire.....We will have to shoot an arrow into the sunset.....In Honor of our Faithful Friend.
Post by: swampbuck on February 25, 2008, 09:55:00 AM
By the way Morning folks :coffee:
Post by: Aram on February 25, 2008, 09:57:00 AM
...Mike?!?!? :scared: :scared:
At the end of the auction Ken said he had Ru's knife and that's what he wanted most from the table. That was such an awesome compliment! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Post by: Izzy on February 25, 2008, 10:02:00 AM
Izzy
Post by: swampbuck on February 25, 2008, 10:21:00 AM
I'll probably give him the weekend before next yrs hunt off even if he won't like that idea much
Post by: adkmountainken on February 25, 2008, 10:56:00 AM
i beiieve it was Shawn that used the expression "What ever blows your hair back! ", well that knife blows my hair back and I WANTED IT!! have Ru check his pm's as i sent him one. showed his knife to a good friend that is a professional knife builder and his hair was blown back too!!
Post by: bbassi on February 25, 2008, 11:17:00 AM
They also make some stuff just for animals that is suppose to stop the bleeding for times when you cut their nails to short or they run through a barb wire fence. I've used it and it works ok as long as they don't move too much. In this case I doubt it would be of much help. Maybe you could PM Tippet and see what he recommends.
Post by: swampbuck on February 25, 2008, 11:41:00 AM
Good call Brent thanx
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 25, 2008, 12:03:00 PM
That was yet another sweet knife Ru made. Very capable young man ya have there Aram. When you guys got there, it was all business. :thumbsup:
Im trying very hard to follow the doc's orders today. Im looking out the window and see tree rats and turkey, deer and I even saw a rabbit on the woodline... :banghead:
Post by: adkmountainken on February 25, 2008, 12:13:00 PM
BLOWGUN AND DARTS!!!!
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 25, 2008, 12:42:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 25, 2008, 05:35:00 PM
Post by: drewsbow on February 25, 2008, 06:21:00 PM
Ken , Well done my brother , you learn fast grasshopper :0) :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:
Post by: drewsbow on February 25, 2008, 06:23:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 25, 2008, 06:31:00 PM
Who got the arrow that killed Friday's bunny? The one with all the blood and hair on it.
I have Saturday's kill arrow. Curt suggested that it would be good for the St. Jude's auction onsite, and I agree. I ain't cleaning it, neither. Takes the magic of the moment out of it.
Jim, if you shoot a deer with that arrow, I HOPE you hit it in the head, then you better run up and stick it. That's the only way you'll be able to take home a deer hit with a hex head. :knothead:
Killdeer :archer:
Post by: Killdeer on February 25, 2008, 06:33:00 PM
K~ :biglaugh:
Post by: Stone Knife on February 25, 2008, 06:39:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 25, 2008, 06:59:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on February 25, 2008, 07:04:00 PM
many more thanks for that little gift of protein...Vincent enjoyed it, too. First wild game the little guy's tasted...
Post by: adkmountainken on February 25, 2008, 07:06:00 PM
what do ya say we do a little bunnie thumping this weekend? also look on the thread titled Bear Montana pic's.
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on February 25, 2008, 07:07:00 PM
Ken, You are the best ! I will be proud to share my campfire with you. ( hopefully a few this year )
Tom, Super glue should work. I know I can stick my fingers together real quick like.
Post by: Stone Knife on February 25, 2008, 07:10:00 PM
–noun
1. a flat, triangular, steel arrowhead with sharp edges.
2. an arrow having such an arrowhead.
[Origin: broad + head]
Post by: Bowspirit on February 25, 2008, 07:10:00 PM
Sounds like a fine idea. I've got Sunday off, so PM me if that'll work for you...
Post by: adkmountainken on February 25, 2008, 07:13:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 25, 2008, 07:13:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 25, 2008, 07:14:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 25, 2008, 07:19:00 PM
Killerdeer~ your turn. :knothead:
Post by: ghost rob on February 25, 2008, 07:20:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 25, 2008, 07:20:00 PM
Post by: drewsbow on February 25, 2008, 07:21:00 PM
Jim : Your just looking for it ain't ya :0) Drew
Post by: adkmountainken on February 25, 2008, 07:24:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 25, 2008, 07:24:00 PM
Killdeer
Post by: Killdeer on February 25, 2008, 07:26:00 PM
Post by: drewsbow on February 25, 2008, 07:30:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 25, 2008, 07:39:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 25, 2008, 07:40:00 PM
Stone Knife, if you want a Magnus Journeyman, it's yours. That is what I usually put on my woods if they aren't carrying obsidian.
Killdeer
Post by: Stone Knife on February 25, 2008, 07:44:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 25, 2008, 07:45:00 PM
Post by: Mrs Stickman on February 25, 2008, 07:59:00 PM
Us dog folks gotta take care of those companions that the Good Lord has entrusted to us.
Post by: swampbuck on February 25, 2008, 08:11:00 PM
Northern zone is open till 3/16 not sure if I'll go up for the last weekend or not,I'll be in Fla the weekend before that and I,m not drivin that far this weekend with Sonny's tail like it is.You guys think it's thick @ Shawn's LOL I can show ya some stuff there ain't no way your gettin thru without crawling.On the plus side there isn't as many rose bush's
Post by: Killdeer on February 25, 2008, 08:25:00 PM
PM me yer addy, Jim.
And they let him drive!! :readit: :rolleyes:
Killdeer
Post by: A7XIS#1 on February 25, 2008, 09:24:00 PM
Post by: tippit on February 25, 2008, 09:45:00 PM
As to Sonny's tail that is a problem with short haired hunting dogs like English pointer and such. They just don't have enough padding on the tip of the tail in thick briars...as a matter of fact I remember I didn't either!
Anyway the tip starts to become callused over with a hard tissue lump. Then it isn't supple or elastic to to all the abrasions. If he would allow some sort of covering that would work, otherwise try to keep the area soft like a light coat of Vaseline...maybe get some boxing fighter's cut formula. I've even had to bob/cut back some tail on pointers...guess that's why the Setters with their long hair & Brittanies with short tails are more popular in dense northern woods...Doc
Post by: J.Williams on February 25, 2008, 09:48:00 PM
Post by: swampbuck on February 25, 2008, 10:04:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 25, 2008, 11:24:00 PM
Trying real hard to stop fingers from typing.
Tom I here Cabelas has Upland underoos for dogs. Not to be confused with depends some other's at the hunt wore.
Post by: woodchucker on February 26, 2008, 06:35:00 AM
Post by: bamboo on February 26, 2008, 07:15:00 AM
i was lucky enough to win your "friday arrow"and it sits right beside my other cherished JLMBH arrow--the one i shot from the LDB and killed a rabbit with 2 years ago those arrows don't leave the house-in fact i won a display plaque for arrows built and donated by brent bassi- thanks buddy --but another prize that does, is the knife that Ru so kindly donated last year--she's a pleasure to handle and own--nice work Ru!this hunt was the best !!shawn puts on quite an event!!and thanks to all the folks-family ,friends,the fire company --and of course the TG'ers--see ya next year for sure!!!
Post by: ber643 on February 26, 2008, 08:13:00 AM
Post by: swampbuck on February 26, 2008, 08:27:00 AM
Post by: woodchucker on February 26, 2008, 09:12:00 AM
I just KNOW he's been in thicker $hi+ than a few rose bushes!!!!!
Semper Fi Bernie!!!!!
Post by: Killdeer on February 26, 2008, 03:52:00 PM
Killdeer :goldtooth:
Post by: woodchucker on February 26, 2008, 03:59:00 PM
Are ya ready for your "marchin' orders" Bernie????? :thumbsup:
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 26, 2008, 04:20:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 26, 2008, 05:27:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 26, 2008, 05:48:00 PM
C'mon Jamie.....This 2 day Bunny Hunt is TOUGH!!!!! :readit:
(The only thing "fewer" and "prouder" than MARINES.....is "RETIRED" Marines!!!!!)
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 26, 2008, 06:00:00 PM
I know you are dancing!
Post by: drewsbow on February 26, 2008, 06:05:00 PM
Post by: woodchucker on February 26, 2008, 06:06:00 PM
I'll bring Bernie some snowshoes!!!!! :thumbsup:
Post by: woodchucker on February 26, 2008, 06:08:00 PM
I've been tryin' to get the RAIN to stop all day!!!!! :confused:
Post by: Bowspirit on February 26, 2008, 06:10:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 26, 2008, 06:28:00 PM
Is that what you are saying? :smileystooges:
Post by: Bowspirit on February 26, 2008, 06:36:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on February 26, 2008, 07:47:00 PM
Chuck turn and face SE towards the Ilsand here. We haven't had a good storm yet. The sleds are getting webs... :pray:
Post by: bbassi on February 26, 2008, 08:27:00 PM
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/Emi002.jpg)
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b340/bbassi/Emi001.jpg)
Post by: woodchucker on February 26, 2008, 08:37:00 PM
Yes Sir, My Buddy Bamboo (Mike Robin) sure does make a fine bow!!!!! Should last her a LOOOOONG time!!!!!
Kudos to all involved,Well Done My Friends..... :thumbsup:
Post by: joe skipp on February 26, 2008, 08:59:00 PM
As usual, a generous thank you to Shawn,Cindy and everyone who worked so hard to make this event a success every year.
Honestly, the group of guys that showed up this year and in years past are some of the finest bowhunters and people you would ever want to meet and spend a weekend with.
No Complaining, no bitching just guys working hard to get a few shots at some rabbits. To most guys who may never make it out west for the larger game, this IS their elk hunt or caribou hunt and they put all their energy into making this weekend enjoyable not only for themselves, sons or daughters but to EVERY OTHER HUNTER.
Thanks again...now...I'm off delivering some parts to the Mfg line...
Post by: Stone Knife on February 26, 2008, 09:24:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on February 26, 2008, 09:27:00 PM
Post by: Tim Kosteczko on February 26, 2008, 11:01:00 PM
I know i was successful in finding someone that will appreciate the bow. The bow gets what it deserves and someone who deserves the bow gets it.
Congrats Emily and ENJOY!
Post by: LAR43 on February 26, 2008, 11:11:00 PM
My right knee & hip are lettin' me down & walkin' is downright painful, but I won't miss bein' there! No matter what.
Shawn, you know how I feel about you & your family.
Thanks all!
Larry & Greg
Post by: Keith Deters on February 26, 2008, 11:19:00 PM
Tell Emily to be carefull in the woods with her new bow, especially if she plans on wearing that hat she has on in the first pic outside......
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 26, 2008, 11:28:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 27, 2008, 05:32:00 AM
Shoot, why not let us prattle for a year? :confused:
Killdeer
Post by: Guru on February 27, 2008, 05:33:00 AM
Since we'd lost so many hunters and it was later than we figured, Shawn decided to stay close to the house and hunt a couple small pieces close by.
First we'd head across the road and do the "kids hunt". The drivers went one way and us sitters went another. Shawn said "com'om Curt, let's get on that corner". That's the corner where I'd filmed young Adam sling arrows at 5 different bunny's as they ran by us to escape the drivers. I remember I could see Gary and Timmy K. to my right, and Tom "swampbuck" to my immediate left,and Shawn was over there somewhere too.
We got ready for what we hoped would be another good push. This is when the "prophet swampbuck" spoke....
....."how cool would it be if you break your jinx and kill your first JLMBH bunny, which would make it #17(break the record for the most), and do it all with Miss Faith".......
"Man that would be real cool bud, and I'd also have an arrow for 'Whip'". Joe Lash had asked me for an arrow for one of his St. Judes arrow boards....
...And we heard the drive begin.......
Post by: Killdeer on February 27, 2008, 05:47:00 AM
Killdeer :archer:
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 27, 2008, 06:39:00 AM
David
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 27, 2008, 06:41:00 AM
I know what you did........ :notworthy: :notworthy:
Thank you.
David
Post by: Aram on February 27, 2008, 12:22:00 PM
I could hear the commotion come down the line. Then saw the bunny... Chris to my right shot and missed... I swang, shot and missed, the bunny headed towards Tim K. and decided to come out of the brush and cross the path right between Tim and his father. :scared: That was one brave bunny: took on a team I sure wouldn't want to mess with. After all the commotion stopped I saw the bunny safe, unscathed and headed for the next county... Too bad. :( I was already late for my return home but I had to stay just to help break last years record. One can't hang around Shawn and not be inspired to keep going. :archer:
Post by: Aram on February 27, 2008, 02:59:00 PM
So, did he score? :confused:
Post by: Tim Kosteczko on February 27, 2008, 05:46:00 PM
What is funny about this part was when we set up dad showed me a distinct bunny trail coming out of the brush, he decided to set up on that trail. he even stayed on the opposite side of the trail to get better shot in case a bunny did come out there.
as luck would have it the plan worked to perfection...except for the part where the arrow flew between the charging bunnies ears as it ran by at six inches completely unscathed. still gotta love when a plan ALMOST works.
:knothead: :banghead: :biglaugh:
Post by: mcgroundstalker on February 27, 2008, 07:51:00 PM
This Bunny Hunt Is The Best Trad Event Of The Year! Thank You Shawn and Family!
... mike ... :notworthy: ...
Post by: adkmountainken on February 27, 2008, 08:00:00 PM
don't know what yout talking about man! ;)
Post by: drewsbow on February 27, 2008, 08:03:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 27, 2008, 08:54:00 PM
Killdeer~the story of my life!
Post by: Guru on February 27, 2008, 08:56:00 PM
I readied for the on-the-run crossing shot at about 10yds....as I swung about to start my draw....I still can't believe this happened...it stopped! I drew and shot in one smooth motion and my arrow hit with the sound I'd been waiting to hear for almost 5 yrs.....a crunching thud!
As I exclaimed...."I got'um!!!!",I immediately started to go after him,and as soon as I did he took off!!! What happened next I can only describe as pure adrenalin! I dropped Miss faith and started bulldozing everything in my path,there was no way this bunny was getting away!
The best way I can describe(and how I descibed it to Terry on the phone) is that I went after that bunny like he just stole my wallet!
He was running with my arrow sticking out of his head!
After about 10yds in I lunged at him and grabbed the arrow and he came off the other end! No way...I lowered my head and crashed in some more and could feel things biting into my face but it didn't slow me down a bit! After about 5 more yds I caught up to him and quickly dispatched it with my gloved hand......I had my bunny!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I picked him up and came out to Tom bleeding a bit from the side of my face,but just ecstatic!!
I'd finally killed a JLMBH bunny,it was the record #17, I had an arrow for Whip, and I'd done it all with Miss Faith!!!!!!
And some of my best bunny hunting buddies were right there to share it with me. I still feel as proud of that bunny as any critter I've ever killed anywhere in North America....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v77/Guru39/JLMBH%2008/JLMBH080552.jpg)
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This is my last pic.....
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Post by: Huntrdfk on February 27, 2008, 08:57:00 PM
I could hear the yelling down below as I bulled through the brush, but still had no idea what had/or was about to happen........
David
Post by: Aram on February 27, 2008, 09:08:00 PM
Oh, and:
Quote
Originally posted by Guru::biglaugh: Yup, you did :biglaugh:
... I went after that bunny like he just stole my wallet! ...
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on February 27, 2008, 09:34:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 28, 2008, 05:17:00 AM
Post by: Jeremy on February 28, 2008, 06:43:00 AM
I can't thank Shawn and his Family enough for hosting this hunt and putting up with a whole mess o'stickbow shooters invading Selkirk! The people make it special, but y'all make it Happen!! :clapper:
Post by: ber643 on February 28, 2008, 07:48:00 AM
Thanks, Tom - and also Killie for carrying my arra. My utmost congrats and full "Marine Admiration" for those who made it through the Rose tangles - and those who saw the "White Disc" on their Rabbit shots (as well as to those who hosted, did all the work, and made all the donations). What a glorious group and event!
Post by: swampbuck on February 28, 2008, 08:16:00 AM
Yup thats one that'll give me goose bumps for a long long time everytime I think of it.I'm so glad I was right there to see the whole thing unfold....calling it just minute's before it unfolding was the icing on the cake.
Thanks again Shawn and faimly it's been great to be part of this and thanks to everybody that came it's great to see new face's and old and it feels os good to be part of it.....well cept for the briars they don't feel so hot but thats okay we'll do it again LOL
Post by: Aram on February 28, 2008, 04:47:00 PM
Quote
Originally posted by Huntrdfk::rolleyes: If you don't stop talking about it Kathy will soon figure it all out. Shhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!! :rolleyes:
One of the many things that makes gatherings like this what they are, are things like that Ken......good people do good things.
...
David
:saywhat: :p :D
Post by: larry on February 28, 2008, 05:35:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 28, 2008, 06:14:00 PM
Shawn, ya out do yourself every year it seems. Glad I could "help" ya out this year. I will do my best to be healthy and more helpful by next year. :thumbsup: Thanks again for getting Damon into trad, and through osmosis, me. Changed my hunting/archery life in a huge way man.
I look forward to spending more time with more of you guys in the coming year. If not, you know I will see you at the next JLMBH. And the next....and the next...and....well you get the point.
Seriously thinking about ending the small game season in the woods....
OOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YYYYYEEEEEEAAAAAAAHHHHHH!!
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 28, 2008, 06:35:00 PM
Post by: Tim Kosteczko on February 28, 2008, 07:42:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 28, 2008, 08:32:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on February 28, 2008, 08:54:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 29, 2008, 06:03:00 AM
Ever hear of a Freudian slip?
(It has pictures of cigars and umbrellas all over it.)
Shawn, your arrow is under the shed with that dead running rabbit.
Larry, surprisingly, larceny never crossed my mind. Stealing it would rob the bow of its good will. Hitting you over the head until you agreed to sell it, now that DID occur to me.
Later, with more pics!
Killdeer :)
Post by: Kingstaken on February 29, 2008, 08:29:00 AM
Funny when I frist met ya and saw ya shooting "The" bow in question at the targets I thought WOW she really has that bow tuned very well for herself. Quite a shot. Lil did I know you had just confiscated Larry's bow.
All day seeing you eye it reminded me of a kids song "Me and my shadow". Larry could understand why everytime he lQQked down at the ground he saw two bodies, one had a large hammer dangling in da air. :biglaugh:
Post by: swampbuck on February 29, 2008, 10:50:00 AM
I PM'd Larry right after the hunt he told me that you (Killy) was eye ballin it
Post by: swampbuck on February 29, 2008, 03:12:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on February 29, 2008, 05:26:00 PM
I never woulda guessed Killy was so...sneaky. LOL.
I have been referred to as Damn Jamie...not by Shawn though. Well...not that I know of anyway. :biglaugh:
Post by: Shawn Leonard on February 29, 2008, 05:49:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on February 29, 2008, 05:54:00 PM
Here is a huge :thumbsup: to anyone that was in any way involved in this, I am proud to be associated with each and every one of you.
David
Post by: Tdog on February 29, 2008, 06:09:00 PM
Post by: Stone Knife on February 29, 2008, 08:09:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 29, 2008, 08:24:00 PM
I sure wish I had a large-file copy of that pic of Curt and me. It was so cool hunting with him and all the other old hands who knew the ropes so well. I also wish I had a large file copy of the group pic.
Speaking of old hands:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/th_MVI_5417.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/?action=view¤t=MVI_5417.flv)
This one had quite a racket going. Those outside the briars thought he was working hard, but you can see that he was really doggin' it, and protesting as loudly as he could!
(Poor Sonny's wagging tail was leaving a blood trail on the snow, but he popped through the brambles without a care. We should be so dedicated!)
Killdeer
Post by: Wapiti Chaser on February 29, 2008, 08:38:00 PM
Post by: Guru on February 29, 2008, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: Killdeer on February 29, 2008, 09:25:00 PM
Or not! :p
Oh, I mean, I would be most appreciative if you would please send me a large file of that and any other pics of interest. :)
Killdeer
Post by: swampbuck on March 01, 2008, 06:42:00 AM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on March 01, 2008, 10:46:00 AM
Post by: Stone Knife on March 01, 2008, 11:21:00 AM
Can't wait till next year. OOOOOOOHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
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Post by: J.Williams on March 01, 2008, 11:27:00 AM
I can't thank Shawn and the Leonard family and everyone else enough for all the work that must go in to this event...thanks for your efforts and Tyler and I will see you all again at JLMBH'09. :thumbsup:
Post by: Huntrdfk2 on March 01, 2008, 04:41:00 PM
Hunter
Post by: Huntrdfk on March 01, 2008, 05:28:00 PM
To all of you that had anything to do with this years hunt, thank you, and each and every one of you are welcome in any camp that I am at or in my home. I hope to be able to hunt with some of you before the next JLMBH gets here.
Ken, Chris and Curt......thank you, you know what for.
Kathy, I am so glad you were able to make it, after interacting with you over the last few years here it was a pleasure to meet and hunt with you.
Shawn.....you should be proud of what you have done, and especially proud of your family, they are pretty special....love ya man.
Here is to JLMBH '09........
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
David
Post by: Bowspirit on March 01, 2008, 05:52:00 PM
To all the brothers and sisters met on this hunt...good luck afield, and thank you all for the generosity shown. May your arrows sing through the air and fly true every time, and may we meet again next year to give those bunnies another two days of extra fear and cardio...
Post by: Shawn Leonard on March 01, 2008, 07:42:00 PM
Post by: ishiwannabe on March 01, 2008, 07:52:00 PM
I for one will attend every JLMBH I can....even if I am gimping. The people, the food, THE HUNT....such an experience. Heck, I havent even picked up my wheelie bow since my first JLMBH. That is something special man. You change people's live, and bring together the best group of people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. You do it all to honor your Mom, and to help the kids at ST. Judes. You deserve some type of an award.
Until next year....OOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH YYYYYEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Post by: Killdeer on March 02, 2008, 10:42:00 AM
Wanting to join the others, I went to pick up the first arrow. There was blood on the snow. I jumped some more, looked for an escape trail, and then the yelling down there got most insistant.
I began to skate down the trail to see what was happening, and to drum up assistance. Somebody flew across the trail and into the thick cutover on my right. Paying close attention to my feet, I saw little else until arriving just in time for the photo shoot. Curt's grin was a mile wide, and Faith was glowing in his hand.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_54.jpg)
I got to hear all the permutations of the story, and a few folks did a rousting of the brush pile for me. A bunny burned out of the pile and headed straight into the middle of the cutover. Shawn reckoned the bunny was OK, and started posting standers on the other side, driving the woods to the left of the path. These were the woods where all the smart bunnies went from the first drive.
There were shouts, arrows clattering, and a genius bunny in the vortex, creeping between Aram, me and Curt. His last minute escape, after a crafty sneak, was a gift from above. I cannot think of any other way he got away from all of us. Seventeen rabbits had been brought to bag, and the Giver had decided that we didn't need this one.
:archer:
Post by: Killdeer on March 02, 2008, 11:45:00 AM
I was tiring fast, but wanted to see this hunt to its conclusion. We lined up along the woods to the right of the school, the drivers coming in from the street side. I was watching a bunny path, with a fresh squirt of blue right in front of me. I think we scared a bunny off his lunch when we got there, and the drivers would start him back this way, I hoped.
I heard the familiar "BUNNNYYYYYY!!" and felt the bowstring anew. Here he came, right up the edge of the woods to me. I shoulda held quiet, but at fifteen yards and coming straight on, I started my draw. He saw me and turned on his heel, 90 degrees and headed into open field away from the woods. I swung with him, and saw in the background the school (now apartments) and a man in the parking lot leaving his car. I let down and grinned at the bunny as it flew under the fence and thence under a shed or outbuilding. It sure knew THAT route!
I cut into the woods to help the drivers.
:campfire:
Post by: Killdeer on March 02, 2008, 12:28:00 PM
:campfire:
Post by: Killdeer on March 02, 2008, 12:45:00 PM
There is a pic that I have not shown, of something that most of you would never believe. It is our host, Shawn, actually chilling out. I caught him doing his best Greta Garbo, just as relaxed as you please.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5333.jpg)
This is my #1 guide, and my first bunny.
Thank you Shawn.
Thank you Cindy, who made it all possible, and your two lovely daughters who gave unstintingly of their time to see that things ran smoothly and hunters were fed. Mr. Leonard, for the drive and inspiration that you instilled in your family. Jamie and Curt, Mike and David, all those rascally Jims, Joe Skipp who had me laughing louder than I have laughed in years...
Ken and Chris (glad you liked that bunny!), Drew and Larry the Skinflint (JK, bro!), Hunter, Aram, Ru, Una,little Joe and Damon, 'Monster and Mark, Fran and Tom, MO! Mo is flat-out awesome!
This could go on forever, all these thank-yous, and I suppose they will. Any of you, whether I mentioned you or not, feel free to PM me and chat, or berate me for leaving you out. You are all splendid folks, and I feel so proud that you honored me in this way.
Those of you who have sent me large-file pics, I am eternally grateful, I should be able to make a chunk of change with them. (I checked for watermarking.) ;) :p
Killdeer
Post by: Killdeer on March 02, 2008, 01:26:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5363C.jpg)
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Post by: Killdeer on March 02, 2008, 01:30:00 PM
We came upon Shawn in this condition. Evidently, sleep had finally caught up with him. We were concerned, nonetheless.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5372.jpg)
I think he was praying, actually. Probably for this.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5375B.jpg)
Killdeer :wavey:
Post by: Killdeer on March 02, 2008, 01:57:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/Img_5365.jpg)
Smoke break
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Two fine people
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Killdeer :archer:
Post by: Killdeer on March 02, 2008, 02:14:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/MALGuards.jpg)
I spent the evening packing up for the post office and the plane. I cleaned up the room (I don't do it at home, so the novelty of it made it fun to do) and went to bed too late. The next morning, Shawn came by and took me to the airport.
Folks can only stand me for so long.
I managed to sit where I sat on the way up. Cool!
Cloudy weather and a full plane made it easy to stare out the window and daydream.
Do you see a Yeti?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/th_MVI_5444.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v249/Killdeer/TG%20Uploads/JLMBH/?action=view¤t=MVI_5444.flv)
You ever fly like this, and you are approaching your neck of the woods, and you start to descend into the clouds? You stay at that lower altitude for a while, but you may be gradually getting lower and lower, and you expect to break clear any moment..but you don't? And you sit there and wonder exactly how high up you really are...or how low?
You start looking for trees and such. You remember that plane wreck over on Buck Knob, the one that was twenty years old twenty years ago but you still find aluminum out there...
Turbulence loosened his grip, and a tree knocked the Yeti off and we all landed safely.
Killdeer :thumbsup: Thanks.
Post by: Stone Knife on March 02, 2008, 03:01:00 PM
Post by: joe skipp on March 02, 2008, 05:30:00 PM
Seems his wife saw the pics of him in the back of my truck "with all the guys" and couldn't figure out why Aram was smiling so much.... :eek: :confused:
She doesn't believe he was on this rabbit hunt and someone super posed his face on someone elses body... ;)
So....Mikey has been doing chores last week...he's trying to get back in good graces. Laundry, vacuming, dinners foot massages etc...
I wish him the best and hope he puts down some final thoughts....I just can't seem to figure out who would email his wife and question his whereabouts on such a great weekend....
Post by: Killdeer on March 02, 2008, 06:05:00 PM
Mikey behaved himself perfectly all weekend. I got suspicious of him hanging back and telling me to hang back too, thought he wanted to play Post Office. Then I realized he just wanted somebody with him. His little legs can't keep up with you guys, and he needs somebody around to pull him out of rabbit holes and the like.
Killdeer
Post by: adkmountainken on March 02, 2008, 06:24:00 PM
thought of you today while using the eagle pipe tamper and watching the flight of a few beautifull eagles. you were there with me, great day!
Post by: joe skipp on March 02, 2008, 06:39:00 PM
Our appointed Chaperone to you abandonded you Sat night...went to bed early in his little red dew-rag....Team Pink will take this up with him at a later date....
We thought, like you did, it was kinda funny that your arms were actually longer than his legs. :scared:
Post by: Killdeer on March 02, 2008, 07:06:00 PM
The memories will be in my heart till the end of time!
Killdeer :bigsmyl:
Post by: Killdeer on March 02, 2008, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: Bowspirit on March 02, 2008, 07:54:00 PM
Oh, and thank you once again to all who parted with their rabbits. Put a few of 'em in a casserole today worthy of such a fine gesture. My boy liked it, too...sure made me proud...
Post by: Killdeer on March 02, 2008, 08:05:00 PM
Killdeer
Post by: Bowspirit on March 02, 2008, 08:12:00 PM
Post by: Kingstaken on March 03, 2008, 04:13:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on March 03, 2008, 04:15:00 PM
Post by: Doug Campbell on March 03, 2008, 05:33:00 PM
Thanks again ALL!
Post by: Killdeer on March 03, 2008, 07:36:00 PM
Killdeer :wavey:
Post by: Aram on March 03, 2008, 09:14:00 PM
"Especially thank you Ken, for the knife. I keep it on my dresser with few things that are special to me."
"THank you Shawn and family for having me at your house and for the special room. This is my first hunt ever, it was very excited and I looking forward to do it again next year."
Post by: Aram on March 03, 2008, 09:14:00 PM
(http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d60/Oarceas/nature/Bunny-1.jpg)
I loved it!
Ken, Kathy, I shared with her what you wrote. She is growing and changing fast. I had said earlier how last year she would have none of the rabbit meat we brought home. This year I could see a glimmer of interest. She came with us, loved it and now looking forward to next year and maybe turkey hunting in the spring. I don't know for how long she'll be my hunting partner (she did discover NYC after all :rolleyes: ) but Shawn hosting a perfect event and the thoughtful guidance she found there might have just left a door open towards the outdoors. A door she can step through now and then, for the rest of her life.
To all involved, I could not be thankful enough.
Aram
Post by: Killdeer on March 03, 2008, 09:24:00 PM
More than cute! Una is a thoughtful young lady, and I respect that she is taking her time making up her mind about hunting and wild game. I also expect that once she makes up her mind, she may make it up again. As I said, thoughtful.
What is important, is that the door is wide open to the outdoors, our source of life. There is an infinite universe to be found (and pondered) in the natural works of the Creator. She may grow and learn and travel, but the wild will always be there, running the same rhythms and cycles that it always has, and it is a friend always. She can always return to it, and it will always welcome her.
I am glad that she had fun playing with us. We were richer for having her there.
Killdeer :campfire:
Post by: Stone Knife on March 04, 2008, 04:16:00 PM
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Post by: Guru on March 04, 2008, 07:51:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on March 04, 2008, 08:32:00 PM