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Traditional Bowhunting/Archery Videos => Tarz Antics => Topic started by: Terry Green on January 21, 2023, 09:35:00 AM
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Good Luck Terry.
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Looks like a half way decent week of weather ahead for you.
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I drew first blood some time after midnight.
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Nice!
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Recovery was at 5:27 am....
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Come on boss, you know the rule. Without pics it never happened. 😜
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I used the coffee and the solo cup trick...
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Now others may claim that they drew 1st blood.
However, their's were killed before the hunt actually started...
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Their's is a story in itself that will be told I'm sure. If so, it will be very entertaining.
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Ok, the pics y'all wanted are coming up....
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Stalk en route…
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Let me see if I can fix your picture Jerry.
E.all,
Seriously guys , someone lost a tag already.
About 10:27 this morning.
1st LTR Hunt, and 1st Javi ever!!!
:jumper: 🥳🥳🥳 :jumper:
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Remember the Greeting Party we had last year?
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Now they are grown and bringing us toys.
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Terry, I can’t believe those pups all stayed there..looks like their attitudes are still the same.
Good to hear that the javis are cooperating! Do you think there are as many as we had around last year?
Z
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I'll get back with you Z, another 1st time LTR hunter just lost a tag....
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Did those pups drop a mouse in that cup or what is that?
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No Rick, my cup, my coffee, and my kill :saywhat:
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Oh man good shot
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Good luck out there Terry! Y'all be safe and bring home the bacon! :thumbsup: :coffee:
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And yet again, 3 javies in the cooler the 1st day.
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Nice!
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So you killed a mouse and put it in your coffee cup??? Folks, that is getting some protein with your morning joe- pretty hardcore hunter, but we knew that. Those pups looked like they turned out nicely.
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No, Steve, I set the trap, and the mouse did the rest.
Here is the motley crew....
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Best of luck to you gent !
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What a day. I’ve never hunted Javi before and consider myself lucky to be here with this cast of characters. Terry showed huckbuck and I the ropes yesterday and gave us some good pointers. This morning huck and I were on them right away. We set up about 80 yards from one another and I was lucky enough to have a group of 4 head my way… literally. After about 30 minutes they were close! I waited and let the first 2 pass but decided to take the third. As she was about 11 yards I drew back the elkheart and held for a few seconds. Once quartering away I let the wood shaft go and it found its mark. That’s when it got really interesting as all four broke into full stride directly at me. When I stood up they were about 2 ft and finally scattered. She toppled over about 20 ft from me. Some real excitement for sure. Terry was right this is a target rich environment and beautiful country.
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One of these days I'm gonna get out west ! That just looks like a great time and PLACE to do some walking with bow & arrow . Keep them coming :campfire:
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The morning coffee report...
Backwoods Grind has two new roasts that we are evaluating this year. As those of you that know, are aware that High Noon has been overwhelmingly chosen as the favorite brew of the LTR Hunters every year.
Well, this morning High Noon still is 1 but Lost Brake has made it officially #2 by the vets of LTR, and by the new guys it came in #2 as well.
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Way to go you guys! What an awesome start!👍👍
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Well last night was a hoot. Huckbuck and I were headed back to camp and there were three decent javi’s on the way back. It was just before dusk but still good shooting light. We pulled within 30 yards and put the truck in park and Huck slid slowly out of the truck and grabbed his bow. Two of the javi’s had seen enough and darted into the thick stuff. However one remained and the stalk was on! I was in a great spot….(still in the truck) for a video of what we thought was just messin with em. Turns out Huck slowly closed the gap to 15 yards and waited for a good shot. After a brief stare down the arrow was on its way! From trail to grill!! [ You are not allowed to view attachments ]
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Dang, sure looks like a lot of fun happening there! Weather looks great also. Beats our cold and damp here in the PNWet! :biglaugh:
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Did you know TX was underwater years ago?
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Congratulations all. Looks like another good trip happening.
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Hmmmmm….Terry that place looks familiar! It appears the crew is having a good time!
Z
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Someone new lost a tag...
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Another tag has been lost....
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The one we just recovered is pushing 60#!!!
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Danged O'l Three Blades....
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Morning teaser....
The head of a 60#er.
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Terry is not exaggerating. That javelina boar is huge. Easily 60 pounds. Big body and big tusks.
The arrow stayed in him for his entire exit. The Glory Nock lighted nock was a big help in finding him after dark.
He was the biggest of the five in the group I saw, but I was still shocked by his side when we recovered him.
It was a long shot for me, about 20 yards. In this case I was lucky to Nick an artery. It is sometimes better to be lucky than good.
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No need to hunt his scent gland...
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Congrats Joe…not sure I ever saw one that big! You guys are sure having a good hunt. Hope you don’t educate all of them, I’m going to need a couple dumb ones for LTR2… :biglaugh:
Z
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Some 1st timer is tagged out.
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Z, HuckBuck killed the dumbest one on the ranch.
Wait to you see the video. :readit:
And there are more pictures Of the 60 pounder, It is the biggest one I have ever seen.
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And there are more pictures Of the 60 pounder, It is the biggest one I have ever seen.
Hey Terry, that big one sounds like it was an unusually big Javie! What's the average size and weight of these desert stinkers?
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I would guess that normal weight brought in is 30 to 40#s. 60#s is supposed max.
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The morning coffee report...
The second new roast from Backwoods Grind is Wren and Ivy. This crew, both vets and 1st timers, rated this brew at almost a tie with the 2nd place holder, Lost Brake.
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And don't forget, when you order anything from Backwoods, enter the code Tradgang10 for a 10% discount.
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An LTR vet has tagged out. :jumper: :jumper: :jumper:
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Awesome stuff! Way to go guys!👍👍
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Despite wind…Another good & action packed day capped off by a great gang dinner.
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A big thanks to the squad for a very special evening. :clapper: :notworthy: :campfire:
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The morning wait is on….
Bow ready and VPA’s are sharper than a South Texas prickly!
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Guess who just stole a tag.....
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This is great !
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Mr. Little Delta Bow !!!!!!!
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Nice! Did Sam end up with that bow?
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Yes, that's whose name my wife drew out .
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Good to see everyone having a good time! Jawge
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Just got word that Mr Delta has stolen another tag, so Sam is tagged out!!!! :readit:
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You fellas are wearing them out! :thumbsup: I can hardly wait for LTR 2! :goldtooth:
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The VPA did its job. Bit of a stalk…ended well.
Tagged out.
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Just snuck on this guy for practice.....
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This is killing me!!! Snowing here in Michigan, and having to work mandatory O.T. One of these hunts is on my bucket list!! Keep the pictures and stories coming. By the way those ribs and baked potatoes looked simply delicious! :coffee: :coffee: :campfire: :campfire:
Jason
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Come and join us next year, Stickbender98. You will have a great time in a target-rich environment.
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https://www.tradgang.com/tgsmf/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=180618.0;attach=91577;image
Great photo!
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Tonight James smoked javelina blackstrap for appetizer and finished the shoulder and hams with Yukon potatoes. Maybe a couple old fashions were had as well.
Great company and great dinner.
(Last pic is Terry in for seconds) :goldtooth:
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People always wonder about Javi’s…one word…delicious :)
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You boys haven’t suffered in the grub department! The smoked javi looked scrumptious!
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Mornin to you....
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Been following this thread with much enjoyment! Looks like some exciting and relaxing all at the same time. Thank you Terry for taking us along with y'alls adventures. :thumbsup: :archer:
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Yes Sir! That's what we're here for.
The hunt may have ended, but more stories to be told by homeward hunters. And more pics for this thread.
If anyone enjoyed this thread, just hold on, as Invasion 2 starts in a week.
I'll be here for the off week to take care of things for the next hunt.
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Looks like a great time. Can’t wait to get there for round 2.
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Lots of success, and looks like the group had a great hunt. Any hog activity?
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Looks like a great time. Can’t wait to get there for round 2.
Gonna miss seeing you there brother
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I’ll see if I can’t shoot one for you Patrick.
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PDK, yes, we're seeing some hog activity. Some on cameras and just tonight I had a couple of hog encounters. Hopefully a positive outcome tomorrow morning.
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PDK, yes, much more sighted this week in daylight.
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Got within shooting range if this guy 2nd night.
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And NO. That is NOT a cow on the right!
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Thanks for taking us along on such an awesome hunt! Can't wait to see some more pics and "hear" some more stories. Beautiful country! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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Day 1 started a bit slow for Bodie and I, we didn't arrive at the ranch house till after dark so no time to scout. So we spent the morning scouting. Found a few around 10 but no luck. Got a plan now for the evening.
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Little Delta Bow ready to go!
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Fixing pics Sam...
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Man those hogs are huge! Did you get a shot Sam!
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No shot, the wind changed 180 the rest of the time we were there so we didn't go back in there
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Big ole boy there...
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A few Battle Scars - Invasion 1....
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Trick, that's a big ole PIG there!!! Terry, you need to be more careful walking around with all the stickums and pokeums!!! :biglaugh:
Jason
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HA! Jason,I just found this tonight...
I have no idea where or when this happened :dunno:...
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HA! Jason,I just found this tonight...
I have no idea where or when this happened :dunno:...
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Dang man, can’t do a like for that! :scared: looks to me that shoulda smarted sumptn fierce! :o
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Terry, wait til you get a little older! You will be bruised and bleeding 🩸 all the time and won’t have a clue how you did that to yourself….
Z
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Terry yer just a dainty little flower:)
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Terry and some of the rest of us have a case of the South Texas Prickly Pear Pox -- a rare condition caused by contact with prickly pear cactus and other botanicals with thorns. The recommended treatment consists of rest, relaxation, the liberal use of tweezers, recreational hunting, and a few ounces of Bourbon taken internally.
Round two of the treatment will start in a week.
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Ok. Here goes. Attempt to share a video…..
This is video of Huckbuck LTR1 hunt. We were on way back to camp just after sunset when we drove up to within 30 yards of 3 javi. Tony slowly slipped out of the drivers seat of truck and grabbed his bow. Two of the javi had seen enough and took off. One remained and was much less leery of the situation. I was in a good position to video from truck. Tony stalked within 15 or so and after a brief stare down the arrow found its mark. We recovered him just after dark about 30 yards from this spot.
https://youtu.be/gZl6_moT-A8
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Pretty neat to be able to pull off that video! :thumbsup: :goldtooth:
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Them Kansas boys don't play around! Cool video.
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Here are some photos of the BIG javelina I shot. He was a 60-pound class older boar.
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...and his teeth. After all, this is a "Tusk Roundup."
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He was in a group of five that were working their way down a little dirt road. He was the largest one by a significant amount. The high wind that day moved my arrow away from the point of aim, but it cut an artery anyway and he was dead after about 35-40 yards.
I am having his skull cleaned, and we will be eating sausage made from him in LTR week #2.
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1st evening strategy pays off. Textbook stalk and shot and Bodie is on the board with a nice one. 250 Grn 1 1/4" VPA 3 blade makes a short blood trail. [ You are not allowed to view attachments ]
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Bodies , now it's Pops turn. That's my arrow he broke by the way, dang kids! [ You are not allowed to view attachments ]
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Day 2, several close calls, no luck. Day 3 rolls around and same thing till right at dark, we get a group between us with a good crosswind, perfect for 2 people, we close in and of course they head toward Bodie. Another perfect shot and he is tagged out.
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The Arkansas crew were silent assassins :notworthy:
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The trick is to stalk and shoot singles, good work fellas.
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My bags are packed! Looking forward to the return trip. Poor Terry, bruised and battered.
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RI Red, no, no poor Terry, I was having a blast. :jumper:
More in a bit...
For now, another view of Joe's javie. It looks to me that Mr Hog and Miss Javie were the last to leave the bar late one night....
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And another....
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One last post from KS LTR1…
This is another pretty neat video.
It was a windy day with gusts 25-35 mph. We decided to not really hunt but go scout the area and glass. (Didn’t even full camo up)
We were in the area we had seen a few before when we ran across a good band of Javi. I jumped back in the brush and Huckbuck was about 20 yards west of me and caught kind of in the open. Since he was tagged out already he grabbed his phone and took some pics and a video. You’ll notice the winds are high and swirling. Because of this I had a lot of nervous javi and a lot of eyes on me. I decided to wait for the last one hoping there would be less eyes. The wait seemed long as they kept coming and close to busted several times. Tony also nearly busted. As the last one went by and got to a decent quartering away shot he was nervous. You will notice that my expert video guy neglected to get the kill shot on video. I remembered one thing Terry told us was don’t shoot when bristled up. Wait for them to relax. Well he was bristled up and I was staring at his bristles for a long time waiting for him to relax. I guess I didn’t listen to the part when Terry said at some point stop staring at the bristles and pick a spot. I’m not too proud to say the reality was as I released my eyes were still fixed on the neck area (bristles) and my arrow flew directly over his back for a clean miss! There was no kill shot to capture. It was still a fantastic fun outing on a windy day and a lesson learned as I tagged out the next morning. Enjoy the footage and just try and forget this miss part! :banghead: :laughing: realities of the hunt.
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Ok, here are a few things to consider for those coming to Invasion 2.
Pruning shears and hand shears are very used here.
Bring an extra head for your razor.
Flagging tape or toilet paper in your pack.
Don't forget your tweasers.
Only a towel and washcloth are needed at the Ranch.
If anyone is bringing a group meal please text me me know.
Sunscreen or coverage hat.
Don't rubber bottom boots, as in the 'Maine' type.
I'll be back with more and Sponsor Info...
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Always love these! Nice going! :campfire:
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Character Analysis.....
Tony Huckaby... Mob Boss....
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Travis Kasner. .... Kid that just received his 1st BB Gun.
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Smokin Joe .... he's going to take you to school...
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Pete McMiller.... self explanatory...
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Sam and Bodie... again, self explanatory.
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Larry Myers ... The COOL giver ....
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James Davis... Just so happy to be here...
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Terry Green as the camp guide..
LMAO
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Great stuff as usual!! Looks like everyone is having a blast!!! Terry, it looks like you were tackling those javies instead of sticking them with an arrow!!!! Sounds like everyone is making battle wounds, scars, & great memories!!! Keep the stories and pics coming!!!
Jason
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Ha! Roy has been waiting for YEARS for an excuse to use that pic !!!
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Yeah , I have only made 2 stalks, been keeping Joe busy and tracking.
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That’s pure fun!
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I was fine tuning Phycho's patern, and once again he left the road for no reason, and just now this gang walks out....
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There was a big javelina that Terry and I called psycho. He would not stay in the open very long. He would appear on the road then disappear into the thick cover only to appear somewhere else on the road ten or fifteen minutes later. There seemed to be no pattern to his behavior. He is a very challenging and difficult critter. We will see him again in week 2 and maybe get within range during one of his brief and random appearances.
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:biglaugh: spot on with the character analysis!
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Now it's the morning of day 4 and I gotta get busy! Bodie has 2 and me a big fat goose egg. Pressure is on! He drops me off in one spot and goes to check out another. About an hour later he comes back and says get in, I take that as a good sign. Sure enough he has spotted a bunch of 6. We drive around to where they were and he let's me out about 150yds from where they were last seen. A short 5 minute wait and they are back out, wind is almost perfect, I stalk to about 60yds and ran completely out of cover so I slip into a hole in the cactus and hope they come my way. After about 10 minutes I can smell em and hear em, they are about 30 yds and coming! The first one is a big boar about 8 yds and the Little Delta Bow let's loose a VPA 3 blade tipped arrow and he is down within 3yds. Bodie is watching all this through binocs and calls to tell me to sit tight, more on the way. Another 20 minute wait and I can hear em coming. Another nice boar in the lead and this time I take a 6yd shot with a big snuffer 3 blade, this guy makes it only 8 yds and goes down. Javi season over! [ You are not allowed to view attachments ]
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Hell, I'm not saying I'm an angel, but when it came to killing Javies I couldn't hold a candle to the Arkansas Mafia. :saywhat:
Jimmy Hoffa
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Nice!
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Way to go Sam!
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Awesome stuff Sam! Way to go! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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SPONSOR Report Invasion 1...
Backwoods Coffee - All brews went over well. The two new roasts were the first to actually challenge High Noon. As all ways, the attendees loved having them all each morning.
Again, don't forget to use the code Tradgang10 for your discount.
While Backwoods was ruling the morning, Shifty's ruled the rest of the day. All 3 were used every day Classic, Red, and Garlic Salt. Ribs, Javies, Ham, sausage, potatoes, sandwiches, and more. These guys REALLY liked it.
American Leathers Big Shot gloves were admired and used in camp shooting targets. None were really used hunting, understandingly, as guys didn't want to change anything just before a hunt. Also, some were shooting their own Big Shot.
Abowyer broadheads drew a lot of attention, and two models were taken out to hunt. Joe took a couple of White Tails home to set up for Invasion 2. All were very impressed with the precisioned edge put on by Sponsor KME.
The Dark Timers and Trad Only shafts both were shot in camp, and both were taken to the field.
The Centaur heads were admired, but neither were shot, probably due to being glue ones and no hot glue for those who wanted to try them out. I used a Battle Axe last year to cut one of my Javies in half.
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VPA 3 Blades were responsible for a large majority of the kills week one. Most of these kills had very short recoveries.
The Asbel Zip Up was put in a pedestal as far as construction and the quality of the wool used. And, the color/patter REALLY drew attention. It was also taken to the field and deceived a few Javies.
I will get some more pics this week in different settings.
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Safari Tuff Quivers are in the field also. As some of you know, it's my #1 'go to' when not using a bow quiver. They are really well made and functional. One attendee is ordering one.
The new quiver proto type by Don Ward at Eagle's
Flight was very much admired. The Inset was a really nice touch and amazingly crafted. And everyone was checking it out. It also went to the field more than once. One attendee is also ordering one.
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His hog light bow set up was also drawing a lot of attention. It now comes ready to hunt with a green light.
And as always, there's always Zwickeys in camp. This year, we have all 4 blade models available to use.
More later, as Invasion 2 platoon reports in a few days
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APB******
GAWGIA man missing in Texas....
58 years old, Answers to the name of Tarz....
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Thanks Roy, I fixed it to make it look better. I may have to fix another one.
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Ya you did a heck of a job. LOL
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I had a lot of great Experiences on the 1st hunt...
I was thrilled that the greeting party were all still here.
I got to see the biggest javalina I have ever seen.
I got to track said javalina and it was one of my most rewarding tracks ever. My intuition and gut feeling never wavered. The emotions were as if I had killed the biggest myself.
I'm now closing in on double digit trackings with my same flash light in the DAYLIGHT.
I got to visit with old friends and make new ones.
Speaking of new ones, I came in the dining area the 2nd night and Larry had some device, contraption, or paraphanalia, he was dropping small little chunks into the top of and was lighting it on fire. And, there was newcomer Pete filming it all!!!
I thought we were all going to jail. :scared: :readit: :scared:
And, I also got to experience the generosity of Larry when he presented us all a special gift.
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The continual dissemination of the javie population by the Arkansas Mafia.
The two javies that fell to the historical Little Delta Bow, and presenting the signed Little Delta Bow Sock to Sam as well.
Three guys that hadn't killed a javie before, and two on their 1st javie hunt.
Watching THE dumbest javie on the ranch getting culled.
And of course, more great food.
Thanks for coming guys!!!!
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Oh, and there is a strong chance of a hunt being donated to St Jude's auction this year.
Just waiting on the land owner's permission. So, I remain hopeful.
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Folks, I apologize for the delayed entry regarding my experience at 2023 Laredo Tusk Round Up Week #1. I've had a little whirlwind of travels getting back to Iowa, then immediately headed out to Kalamazoo Traditional Bow EXPO, then back to the grind at work... Hopefully this entry beats the final curtain call :goldtooth: :campfire:
I'll keep it short and sweet. I had a great time meeting new friends and enjoying camp the entire week. We had a great meal at the Palenque Grill on Saturday to kick off the gathering. Food and conversation was excellent.
Sunday was our first day to hunt. James D & myself completely blanked on Javelina Sightings, though Deer, Cottontails, Jack Rabbits, and Coyotes were sighted. I'm pretty certain our lack of Javelina sightings centered around not having corned the senderos of our intended hunt location the day before. I highly recommend you corn as soon as possible upon arrival to give the Javelina a chance to find it... Success was had in camp, and the fire was lit for Brats over Mesquite. Thanks to the Kansas Boys for bringing the Brats, I'm so glad we took time to celebrate over the fire...
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On Monday the Javelina had found our corn and the hunt was on. Several close calls were had and we were learning what you can and cannot get away with on a Javelina Hunt. Fortunately, mid to late afternoon provided me with a 12 yard shot on my first Javelina. Praise God for a wonderful harvest and the Javie did not make it 20 yards. As we would come to learn over the week, that's a huge blessing considering the Cactus & Brush make it extremely difficult to trail in. Here she is, a wonderful representation of the species. :pray: :goldtooth:
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Way to go Travis! You guys had a blast! Thanks for taking us along! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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Tuesday - Thursday was kind of a fast paced whirlwind of hunting as James D and I did our best to get on the Javelina. We had a mix of opportunities that just didn't fall into place. I had my heart set on an equal or larger Javie then I'd gotten for my first. Trust me, this wasn't a hard & fast rule... :readit: But it did turn a few of my encounters into passed shots waiting for a bigger one in the group only to have a smaller one figure something out. There indeed is a ripple effect. Wind, hearing, and upclose eye-sight of movement will take the whole crew back in the brush. I was at full draw more than once only to have it blow up at the last second. On Thursday, the Final afternoon was a prime example. We had started to figure out the Javies on a particular sendero and the wind had been tricky all day. Ambush sights were finicky at best with swirling winds. Eventually, James D and I consulted and figured out a spot that seemed perfect for the wind. Almost perfect........ :dunno:
I tucked a Millenium Swivel seat right into this Cactus hide that I'd cleared. I had 3 shooting windows Left-Center-Right and was very well hidden.
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It took awhile but eventually I could hear the Javelina following the script. :pray: :o Corn munching was getting louder but I couldn't see them yet. Patience and then they appeared... I'm guessing 8-10 Javies were approaching the Red Zone. I had thrown out a spread of corn in each shooting window so they would mill around. I'm not certain that's the best approach, but it's what I did. The down side is milling invites more eyes than a single file approach. There were at least 2 Big Boars in the bunch and all was good. The smaller ones made there way through and the larger ones were approaching. This was a beautiful setup. I had multiple Javies from 5-15 yards. Finally one of the Big Boars was approaching and going through my Cactus Draw Block. I had to make a slight adjustment in my seat. :help: Well, that didn't go well at all. A large Squeak from the Seat and the whole group blew up in my face... :dunno: :nono: It had performed fine til that point but I later learned this seat was a squeaker that I should have cleaned and potentially wetted with spit. :knothead: I figured my hunt was over and started the reflection phase :thumbsup: As the sun was setting and it appeared my hunt was over, I noticed three more Javelina coming in. 2 Small, one Large. With a fixed chair, I was ready for battle and the ultimate Rainbow finish... The 2 small came into my setup and I waited for the Large. You know it only takes one precision arrow to close the deal in seconds. The 2 small ones gobbled up the corn at 5-7 yards, and the Larger one was approaching slowly. Once again, at the last possible moment the wind swirled and first the two blew out which led to a hasty retreat of the large one. Game over...
Reflection and gratitude for a wonderful week of "hunting", meeting new friends, and a beautiful closing sunset. Thank you to everyone who made this trip special including the Sponsors :thumbsup:
Special thanks to James D for Smoking Ribs & Javie, and letting me tag along... :clapper:
Special thanks to Larry for the Spirits and take home gift :clapper:
Special thanks to the Trick Boys for the Interest and Advice, and the HAM! :clapper:
Special thanks to Terry, Joe, Tony, and Pete for completing the camp comraderie :campfire: :clapper:
Final Sunset
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Here's my pack going home. Backpack stuffed to full Zipper Stretch with Binos tucked between the Suspension System, Cooler Bursting with Javelina Meat, and a secret Javelina Skull wrapped in Under Armor / Bubble Wrap / and my week's blue shower towel strapped below. Praise God I made through security and all the way home.
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Well done everyone :clapper: And to my friend Pete, El Chingon :archer2:
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Take care my friends :pray:
KAZ
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Nice write up KAZ! Sounds like the javis were really pretty cooperative for everyone that week. I hope that continues for us in week 2.
Z
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It should be great Z. This is the 2nd day of the forecast for 4 days. All the same, cold,windy and on and off rain with fog.
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Next week is all warm and sunny, and the critters will be hungry.
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My essentials :biglaugh:
Preventing thorns, pulling big thorns, finding tiny thorns, and pulling same. :biglaugh:
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Gotta love those South Texas prickly pear cactus. :biglaugh:
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Terry… :biglaugh: :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Never laughed so hard.
I was just adding a little smoke to the bourbon ya’ll! That’s it! :laughing: :laughing:
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Terry… :biglaugh: :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Never laughed so hard.
I was just adding a little smoke to the bourbon ya’ll! That’s it! :laughing: :laughing:
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Larry, I saw that Terry's post could've been taken two ways but was just sitting back and waiting for your response :biglaugh:
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I love seeing these hunts every year, and it's only intermission.
Congrats to all, and thanks for sharing!!!
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Congrats everyone!!! Looks like y'all had a great time as always. I hope my husband wasn't boring and kept you all entertained. :biglaugh:
Also, thanks for joining him as it gave me an excuse to leave also, and visit our girls. I read up on this yesterday in the airport, waiting to board the plane. This thread is a hoot let me tell ya!!!
Best to the next group coming in. :wavey:
The CEO and CFO of Bowhush will be along soon to congratulate a certain individual.
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Wow, 8 pages, it took a while for me to read through it. These LTR threads every year are just fabulous. Bring on week 2!!!
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Sorry for the delay on the Bowhush Excecutives. I've got to finish up their avatars and signatures at their request. They've changed a bit since their last update they said.....
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Hello guys. Sarah and I are dragging mom around the city, so we want to thank y'all for going hunting as well so she could visit in the middle of his three week trip. I'm sure y'all had fun.
Ok, so Sarah and I would like to congratulate Smokin Joe for taking the biggest javalina my dad has ever seen. Dad was really excited being there and tracking it. Congrats again, and Sarah is going to chime in now. :wavey:
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Hey guys! I also hope y'all had a great time as dad is a riot at times.
And Joe, if dad says it's a whopper, well, then it's a whopper. Congrats!!!
And best of luck on next week's hunt guys! :archer:
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Congratulations guys! :clapper: :clapper: :clapper:
And thanks for sharing as I got to enjoy a lot of coffee staring my mornings of for almost two weeks. I'm reloading for Invasion 2.
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Awesome post :clapper: :clapper: :clapper:
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Hunting Badger and I have the truck loaded to the gills and ready to launch for Laredo! We plan to be on the road at first light tomorrow, hopefully we will get to the ranch early enough Saturday to make a quick scouting trip!
Can’t wait to get back down there chasing javis!
Z
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Well, this morning was the 1st time I've seen sunshine in 4 days. Still cold but that's about to change. Invasion 2's weather looks to be great.
I can't wait to get out of this ranch house as there no driving on the property when it's soaked. So, getting prepared for rhe next group, and gonna set up some ambush locals today and tomorrow.
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