So, what have you learned from this hunting season??

[Zwickey-Fever]

I learned that I am not as good as I thought I was. Seriously considering going to a compound bow.

Hang in there Bob, I have been completely frustrated with hunting strictly traditional, but I can assure you there is no other way of hunting that is more awarding when everything goes right. As I said, hang in there and keep at it. Positive actions brings positive results! 

[Zwickey-Fever]

I learned that I am not as good as I thought I was. Seriously considering going to a compound bow.

Hang in there Bob. I, myself been frustrated with hunting strictly traditional but I can assure you that there is no other way of hunting that is more awarding my friend. Some days I feel as if I couldn't hit the ground if it wasn't for gravity. But how sweet it is when everything falls in line! And if you ever want to BS,,Shoot me a message my friend. JMG

[tzolk]

I learned that my buddies dad's property in the UP must hold 50% of the UPs bucks. I'm exaggerating of course but it is thick. I learned that after the first doe winded me from my tree stand - at the time I could see the wind working against me but I was stubborn, that I should have gotten down and set up an ambush on the ground around all of the deadfall which would have put my scent going beyond the deer route. If I had done so, the next doe that had a nice 8pt on her tail wouldn't have run off too and I may have actually had a shot at the buck instead of watching him turn towards that's does new path away from my shot zone.
I was reminded that a good backdrop in a ground blind, some camo that breaks up your outline , and sitting very still will allow you to get deadly close to deer you aren't allowed to shoot in the UP. Also, trad hunting in a stand below 20 degrees is no fun for the fingers.

[Wudstix]

I learned that I am not as good as I thought I was. Seriously considering going to a compound bow.

Hang in there Bob, I have been completely frustrated with hunting strictly traditional, but I can assure you there is no other way of hunting that is more awarding when everything goes right. As I said, hang in there and keep at it. Positive actions brings positive results! 

Bob, I've been there.  And as John said anytime your want to Shoot the Breeze, I'm just a PM away.  Just a little more practice will fill the bill.  LW is another site for encouragement and knowledge.

[BAK]

I can't say that I learned this, but I have certainly been reminded what a pain it is to try to hunt the only area I have to hunt when none of the corn has been picked.

[Zwickey-Fever]

I can't say that I learned this, but I have certainly been reminded what a pain it is to try to hunt the only area I have to hunt when none of the corn has been picked.

Hunting over standing corn can be frustrating and rewarding for me pending the situation. The glass is half full scenario but finding a way into your stand can be a struggle with standing corn.

[T Folts]

What a true friend is and isn't.
Bummer of a year.

[Wudstix]

What a true friend is and isn't.
Bummer of a year.
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What a true friend is and isn't.
Bummer of a year.

Sorry to hear that, Terry.  A true friend sticks closer than a brother.

[ron w]

Read the booklet the comes with your license  The season may not be what you think it is. It may say Sept. to Jan. But on a WMA that may not be the case! When you read the booklet, go back read it again to highlight the stuff that has to do with where you hunt !!!

[Zwickey-Fever]

What a true friend is and isn't.
Bummer of a year.

I remember some where in my travels someone saying, "A good friend will bail you out of jail" but your best friend will be sitting right next to you in jail saying, "Damn that was fun"!
Hang in there my friend.
JMG

[Wudstix]

AMEN!!!

[Wudstix]

Hunting in Texas is no fun without a lease or land!!!

[Cory Mattson]

I learned Gear Ties are handy to have in your pack. Great for using as an extra hand during field dress.

[Devin Hull]

Year two with trad gear. I've learned that my wife doesn't like my new indoor practice range, bathroom through bedroom into screened in porch. Don't go to the woods to move a blind without your bow, you'll have numerous shot opportunities. Don't waste vacation time looking out the windows pouting due to a few bad hunts, shoot my bow instead. Make sure I swap to a blunt from a broad head on a squirrel, wonder how long it will stay buried in that oak.  I need to step back take a breath and just have fun, that's why i'm doing this.

[Zwickey-Fever]

I learned Gear Ties are handy to have in your pack. Great for using as an extra hand during field dress.

That's valid! I know I surely need a extra hand when field dressing. Great idea,,Thanks!

[Zwickey-Fever]

I have also have learned that James Valley Wall Hanger works better when used with James Valley Full Rut or Lethal Weapon,,,don't know why though?? It just does.

[Joeabowhunter]

The value of a deer cart!  Time for one with wheels...
The importance of not over hunting a spot.  I moved more this year than ever and had deer in shooting range almost every sit.  Really like my new stand and sticks.

[Charlie Lamb]

I learned to always be sure you are on the bottom rung of the ladder before stepping back.

[Patknight]

I learned  that ive waited WAYYY to long to spot n stalk big ole mulies!! Jeeze what a blast.. ill bet i walked 40 miles ,, deep canyons,  blowouts, lots of glassing... many close calls, only a hard earned doe...im hooked!!

[Alvey]

What a true friend is and isn't.
Bummer of a year.

Hate when that happens!