Just wanted to jump back in here and update on the rest of the season. This evening was probably going to be my last chance to get out this year with the holidays and everything apapproaching, so I went in to work early to get out in time to log a few hours in the woods. I only had a doe tag left in my pocket, and was looking for one more freezer filler. I went back in to the same area that I got the buck in October at and settled in to the same spot watching a pinch point. Around 4:45 I noticed 3 does working down the edge of the swamp in my direction, and I slowly got turned for a shot. The first doe came through and looked directly at me. After a brief stare down, she turned and walked quickly into the swamp without offering a shot. The other two weren't exactly sure what was going on, and didn't seem all that nervous as they started feeding. The next doe turned and started to take another path back into the swamp that I knew was 22 yards, and right as she got to the last gap I had, I stopped her and shot. The arrow zipped right through, entering just in front of the last rib and exiting right behind the front shoulder. I was able to keep track of her through gaps in the trees, and watched her flip over after about 70 yards.
This doe filled my last tag, and ended an absolutely amazing 2023 hunting season. Aside from the buck and doe in this thread, I was also extremely fortunate to take a beautiful buck in the U.P. on the third day of the firearm season. In addition I was able to make two (unsuccessful) archery mule deer trips out west, one with my best friend from college, and another with my dad, something that I wasn't sure would ever happen. Too many experiences and stories to recount on here. 2023 has been an fantastic year, and I look forward to what 2024 brings. Happy Holidays!
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