Good luck southern zone hunters

[J.Williams]

Just got back and watched a good 10 pt. harrassing some does around 3:oo...same spot I saw 2 bucks this morning.If the wind is decent in the a.m I'll be there.Good luck filling doe tags Jim & Fred.

[adkmountainken]

thinking about giving it a shot in the morning, have not been out for 2 weeks now.

[Zmonster]

Well, I connected today. 6pt. Bad shot from tree stand. A little high, and arrow still in. Its got me sick. I can see it over and over in my head. Not much of a trail to follow blood wise. Gonna give another look in the A.M.

17 yard shot, broad side. Lone buck. All of the sudden another buck comes out to give chase and spooks my target as I release. This is my first connect with trad equip, and I just cant wrap my head around feeling positive. I feel bad for my old lady who is putting up with my low hung head all day.

I thought today was the day....

Wish me luck tracking tomorrow. Good luck to everyone else.

[adkmountainken]

good luck bro think positive! grid search and don't give up.

[J.Williams]

Been there Casey,know how you feel.Did it look like you got lung.Do a grid search...if you got vitals he may have bedded and given up the ghost.Let us know how it works out...goodluck!

[Cyclic-Rivers]

Casey, How far from the top of the back was the arrow?  

I did that once and found the deer lived. The arrow was about 7 inches from the top of the deer's back for me. I saw her feeding the next morning from about 45 yards and could clearly see the wound I inflicted.

From what I have been reading these hits are not uncommon and the deer almost always recover. I know it doesn't make it better but hopefully it makes you feel better.

And like Ken said give it a good grid search ad dont give up.

If you hit anything serious the deer will bed down and die close by unless he is pushed.

Also when looking for him in the morning keep an eye out ahead of you, sometimes they lay down and get stiff, you may be able to get a good follow up shot.

Good Luck Casey.

[Zmonster]

Thanks guys. I have been on the fence all day about posting anything regarding this due to embarrassment, but I'm glad I did. I feel a little better about it. I know this happens once in a while, and there is nothing you can do, other than practice more. Ive replayed this in my head over and over, and everything felt perfect. I just wish it wasn't my first.

I'm very thankful for the tradgang support group and to have this piece of land to hunt. Im most thankful for my family and their support. I have been stalking these does in my area every morning, and today, two bucks come outta nowhere. Its exciting seeing the rut take place. I gotta bring home some venison to keep the wife happy and to justify all the hours Ive put in.

I'll keep you all posted.

[longrifle]

I wish I was seening the deer that you guys are, it's been a very slow season,I go out 2-3 times in a row and see nothing. went out all day today and saw only 3 deer that i ended up bumping.I don't think the deer are moving at all.

[glenbo]

Good luck in the am.Unfortunatly ,bad hits or misses have happened to most of us.All you can do is give it your best effort.Hope you find your deer.glen

[ron w]

longrifle , your not the only one............

[mcgroundstalker]

Had a lot of action today hunting not-so-tame deer in Westchester County with our Super Guide Greg (Skipmaster1). Enjoyed the company of Jamie (ishiwannabe) and Chris (bowspirit) also. No deer down or hero pics but you can bet your tree rat camo jump suit that I'll be going back!

... mike ...

[Tdog]

Zmonster take your time in the morning. Grid the area like Jeff said. All you can do is you best. You only fail when you give up.Don't give up. Just do your best. It happens.

[crotch horn]

Zmonster,
it happens. Did the same thing two weeks ago myself. Did not find the deer but 85% sure I saw him again a couple days ago. Wish I could have gotten a better look to see if there was a wound/scar. I was as low as you get. Have not got a deer with tradgear yet but will. Had never lost a deer either. Good luck and take your time looking for him. Best of luck & pics if you find success.

[Stone Knife]

I'm hoping to give myself a B day present, a nice fat doe. Heading out here soon.

[Tdog]

Happy Birth day Jim..Good Luck..Stay warm!!!

[J.Williams]

Happy Birthday Jim! Hope you get that gift.

[Stone Knife]

Nothing yet, didn't even see a squirrel    Going to try this afternoon.

[mcgroundstalker]

Had some more action in Westchester this morning... Check it out in "Does Almost......."

[Cyclic-Rivers]

I'll be hitting some public property in the morning. Last chance to bow hunt b4 the rifle season starts.

[Stone Knife]

I saw zero yesterday, but today is a new day and I'm heading out before church