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tawmio
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 197
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #20 on:
April 13, 2010, 11:00:00 AM »
-Shooting a bit less have only improved my shooting.
Hope everything works out.
Tommy
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-just add effort.
Cyclic-Rivers
TG HALL OF FAME
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 17675
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #21 on:
April 13, 2010, 01:05:00 PM »
Some of the 30 lb bows these days can really spit an arrow. May not be able to hunt with them but you can still enjoy the passtime.
I second what everyone else said.
Whatever you decide good luck!
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Relax,
You'll live longer!
Charlie Janssen
PBS Associate Member
Wisconsin Traditional Archers
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Jerry Wald
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 1551
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #22 on:
April 13, 2010, 01:13:00 PM »
Larry pm sent....please check it out.
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buckster
Tradbowhunter
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 1674
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #23 on:
April 13, 2010, 02:09:00 PM »
Larry,
Hang in there buddy! As others have stated, I'd suggest you look at doing a little research into possible medical solutions and theraphy.
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"Carpe Carp" ... Seize the fish.
L. E. Carroll
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 1384
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #24 on:
April 13, 2010, 02:32:00 PM »
Larry
I noticed from your posts that your a pretty good Elk caller with years of Elk Huntin' experience.... maybe a season or two of informal guiding and just being in "Camp" with buddies, helping guide some novice Elk Hunters, will help..Give this some time, perhaps look at some of the advise your getting here, and go see another Dr.
I always have a "Late Season" elk camp down near the Bear River unit.[pretty much, the full late season]... your welcome to come down and spend some time.
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Mr.Vic
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 749
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #25 on:
April 13, 2010, 02:39:00 PM »
Your just in a slump mentally wise on this, i know from my own mental blocks in life. Never let the mind change the heart. There are many ways around this (see all advice above)and other things in life. My wife has the same problem with her fingers and joints in the wrist. RELEASE AID and a ultra nock on the strings solved it and made her pep right in to it. In my own mind i would NEVER give up the stick and string even if it met i had to pull the string back with my teeth, Out of a wheelchair. When we give up on the things we love,we begin to die in spirit. Listen to nature she'll tell ya.
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Bill Sant
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 233
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #26 on:
April 13, 2010, 02:41:00 PM »
Larry,
Would not profess to know what you are going through, but can offer what has happened to me. 6 months ago I was so stoved up I could barely stand after sitting for a few minutes. Pulling my bows was agonizing and worse than that was the remorse of having to quit one of the joys of my life. I tried different things and just by circumstance went on a diet where I couldn't eat bread, pasta or things with wheat gluten in them. Bingo!!!!! As I got older my body just didn't like the stuff and reacted. After 10 days or so all was well, and all the stiffness has gone.
Don't mean to say you should immediately go on a high protein low carb diet, just want to share with you so you might be able to find your own happy spot.
Heck if nothing else, jump on a jet and we can go salmon fishing. I still shoot the osage widow I got from you and love it. Later.....Bill
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JEFF B
TGMM Member
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 8246
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #27 on:
April 13, 2010, 03:49:00 PM »
larry DONT YOU DARE GIVE UP! that word aint aloud around here. there are ways to deal with pain some aint nice but they work. just hang in there bro.
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Muleyslayer
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 175
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #28 on:
April 13, 2010, 04:17:00 PM »
cortozone shot and prednisone meds., I'm 40 and have bad arthritis in my knuckles,elbow back,knees, and recentley showing up in my shoulder. Try the shots there not that bad,and the med(pred.) works for me, I wouldn't be able to shoot with out it. Like the boys said, second opinion and ask the new dr. about this. Good luck friend, Hope it works for you.
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bolong
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 1853
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #29 on:
April 13, 2010, 04:22:00 PM »
NOT MUCH i CAN SAY THAT HASN'T ALREADY BEEN SAID.jUST HANG IN THERE, THINGS MIGHT JUST GET BETTER.
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bolong
PA Bones
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 188
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #30 on:
April 13, 2010, 04:24:00 PM »
Larry,
We spoke awhile back regarding a bow I sold you. I really enjoyed talking with you. I hope you can find a way to continue in the sport we all love. Try to keep a positive attitude and take some advice from others here on Tradgang who have gone through what you are dealing with. Best of luck.
Bill
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sagebrush
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 733
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #31 on:
April 13, 2010, 04:34:00 PM »
I got me an old compound I haven't shot for years. I bought it when my tendonitis got too bad to shoot my stick bow. After my shoulder healed I went back to my stick bow. I still have the compound just in case. I don't use sights. When I shoot it I shoot instinctive. It's still fun and I can still hunt with it. Gary
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knobby
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 1036
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #32 on:
April 13, 2010, 04:35:00 PM »
Larry, Give a release a try. The pain in your hands is one thing; the pain in your heart for losing your beloved archery would be another. I went to a release to save my archery last year, and it was worth it. You can still shoot barebow, you just have to get used to a new anchor. Believe me, it works. Hang in there. We're all here for you.
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PAPA BEAR
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 2679
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #33 on:
April 13, 2010, 04:35:00 PM »
thank you all for the words of encouragement and support,i have been shooting less than fifty pounds for a while now but thats not legal for elk in oregon.50 plus for elk...i shoot 60 minimum on elk,thats just me and my ethics i guess.i have planned on just stopping completely and see where it leads me.i refuse to strap on a release with a trad bow.just ain't right in my own personal opinion.may as well be honest about it with myself and just see what father time brings me.
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Mudd
TGMM Member
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 12391
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #34 on:
April 13, 2010, 04:49:00 PM »
I just made a leather(non- mechanical) release that works great. If you'll send me your mailing address I'll give it to you.
I got the idea while looking at a release aid the Black Widow used to sell. I was amazed at how easy it was to master. I use it almost like same way I'd use a a thumb ring.
God bless,Mudd
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DesertDude
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 2058
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #35 on:
April 13, 2010, 05:00:00 PM »
Larry,
Thanks for bringing alot of joy into my life, as I said in the PM I sent you, I hope all you seek in life turns out well. Give me a yell and I'll let you know when I get to Texas. All the best my friend.......
"DD"
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1978-1998
Cane Knife
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 107
Re: sad day for elkherder
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Reply #36 on:
April 13, 2010, 05:34:00 PM »
What if you try to learn to shoot Lefty?
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