Mr. Sherman – I totally agree, and I feel for you.
I too have also lost the aspiration due to the commercialization of the sport and instant bowhunters. So much so, this is also likely my last year after 40+ years of passion/obsession. I never thought there’d come a day, but it seems to be here. I almost hung it up this year if it wasn’t for one special animal (piebald), and he seemed to have disappeared. Once I hear of his demise (likely next week during our general firearm season), I think I’m done. Just finished up 3 weeks of vacation but have only made it out 10 times since Sept 30th. That shows how my desire has waned.
If you hang it up, best of luck to you in the future with other endeavors.