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I wasn't around for the prior post but having read the above, I'm happy that you and your wife didn't give up on finding an answer. Friends of mine with autistic children seem to have similar stories--where getting a diagnosis is very difficult. Your son is blessed to have you and your wife as his advocates. Now that you have a diagnosis, you and your wife can begin to equip yourselves and your son. It will take a great deal of effort, be frustrating, and (often) be expensive, but your investment in him will be well worth it. My colleague's son is high-functioning and is now about 13 years old. He was diagnosed maybe 6 years ago and has been given tools to help himself adapt to different circumstances and is excelling. I'm optimistic your son will do well also!

Thank you, William--it's great to be back! Thanks for taking such great care of this place!

Wisconsin voters---our State Treasurer, Matt Adamczyk, wants you to fire him! Although the state constitution requires we have a State Treasurer, the job only has one formal responsibility remaining--to serve on the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands. The other duties have been assumed by other agencies. Knowing this, Matt Adamczyk ran for State Treasurer to eliminate his own job, which requires a constitutional amendment. We now have an opportunity to eliminate something and redirect its budget to other needs. Whether you are Republican or Democrat, I'm not sure how you can disagree with this. Please vote YES to the constitutional amendment on the statewide spring ballot next week and spread the word to your friends and families (even the liberals lol). https://rightwisconsin.com/2018/03/27/state-treasurer-matt-adamczyk-wants-to-be-your-last-state-treasurer/

I finally bought an AR (S&W M&P 15 Sport II) and am taking it out to the range and then my sig other and I are joining two other couples for game night tonight. It should be a blast (literally on the former, figuratively on the latter).

Mounts can be beautiful, but I really don't think they ever truly capture the beauty of the animal...and that buck is just that. Well done, William!

(I wasn't sure whether to put this in Politics, Youth, or the Lounge because it'd require a political process to change it, it impacts young hunters, or Lounge because it's probably very important to anyone with kids. As your former, albeit B-team moderator colleague (LOL), William, I trust you to move it appropriately if you think it best.)Yesterday, I took Jasper (my 8 year-old step son) with me on a small game hunt. The weather was beautiful, but nothing was really moving. Once it go to 10 or so, we decided to shoot at some targets.We set up at 20 yards and propped up my 597 because it's a bit long for him, but he was instantly dead-on. He was hitting where he wanted, called his shots and I was floored by how well he can shoot. He's either a prodigy, the luckiest shooter I've ever seen, or maybe all kids his age have this potential.I know he's too young to hunt on his own, but I took some time to see what our laws are here in Wisconsin. Needless to say, I was disappointed because he's ready to hunt NOW.Legally, the only thing he can do at his age is target shoot under my direct supervision. Of course, that's what we did. I did some more digging and found he cannot hunt until age 10 and that will require direct supervision (arm's length, one firearm only) until he's 12.Is it me or is this ridiculous? Shouldn't I, as a parent, be able to determine when my kid is responsible enough to hunt? No--I'm not going to let him go rumbling through the woods with an AK-47 LOL, but I mean, why the Hades can't I sit at the base of a tree with him at whatever age I deem appropriate and actually teach him with a 22, 410 or whatever.Here's my question? What are other states like in this regard? For Wisconsin hunters, would you be in support of lowering the mentored hunting to age 6 or 7? Maybe Jasper IS a prodigy--has awesome hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills--but without preconceived notions and a clean slate to teach and train children, I think they might be better "naturals" than older kids.Thoughts?[/url]http://legis.wisconsin.gov/lrb/pubs/wb/00wb11.pdfhttp://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/wildlife/hunt/mentor.htm

Whew...good thing I took it in. They fixed the dry-rotted peep sight string dealio, and found a few screws loose (insert joke here) and one missing from the draw length adjustment. They fixed it up for a few bucks only and dropped it down to 51 lbs. Glad they did it for me because torquing my shoulder is the most painful thing to do! They took care of me like I bought the bow just yesterday. Took a few shots at 51 lbs and had some okay groups, but definitely not hunt-ready yet! Of course, I left my release and wrenches at home so I couldn't make any sight adjustments either.

Thanks, mike. I think I have it set at 68# right now and the TRX goes from 40-70# I should be comfortable at 50-55# which should be fine from a ke standpoint but would like some reassurance from the gurus here...lol. The follow-up is with the lower weight, should I look at a heavier broadhead? I would think I'm still okay with 100-gr but am open to suggestions.

Still the best moderators on the "internets." Well done!

I normally use my 22 for squirrels, but am going to take my Rem 870 express this weekend for squirrels and rabbits. Does anyone have any choke tube/shot recommendations for me that might work for both kinds of game? I have found 8 million charts on the 'net and they're all different. Any insight on range effectiveness or other game that could be harvested with the recommended combinations would be appreciated. Thanks! I'm a blank slate here---no brand loyalty (well, obviously I'm not buying a new shotgun) or preconceived notions here. I have a Rem XF and Rem Turkey XF tube but am thinking they'd be overkill.

Have to agree on the Remington Cantilever--it's fantastic. I have a Simmons 4x shotgun scope on mine. Not overly expensive and not top of the line, but very tough and effective. The one thing I would "warn" you about is that you'll probably spend more on finding the ammo that your particular setup "likes" than on your scope. When I got mine, I tried various types of great sabot slugs. Federal, Lightfield, for example, make some wonderful ammuntion but my gun didn't like it. Through trial and error, the Winchester 2 3/4" Partition Golds performed best for me. It might be a good place to start, but it really seems to be specific to each shotgun so just be sure to buy a few boxes of well-known ammo before you head to the range. It's possible your shotgun won't like the Winchester and work well with Lightfields, Federal or another brand.

So...for years and years I've been telling myself I'm actually going to take my TRX out and hunt with it. The problem with that kind of procrastination is that it turned into this: It's been sitting in the case, untouched for 2.5 years. :jaw: This leaves me with a couple questions: What should I do to make sure it can be safely shot after just sitting so long? Should it be okay or should I take it to a shop? It's been in a safe place and hasn't been dinged around. Secondly, I had shoulder surgery in August (arthroscopic subacromial decompression and clavicle excision) and no restrictions but definitely pay for it pain-wise after overuse. So as to not torture myself, I need to drop the draw weight down. Any thoughts on exactly how low I can go and still be well-within recommended ke requirements for whitetails? I would expect to use 100-gr broadheads since that's the weight I've always used. Any insight would be greatly appreciated

BuckFever you'll find the bowhunters on this forum very valuable resources. They truly love the sport and welcome new hunters to the campfire. Don't hesitate to ask for tips or advice on anything. But don't ask me...I'm a rookie too...LOL.

Dear Hunting:Sorry I've been away for so long--will you take me back? By the way, hunting did say yes. Got some new camo, new ammo, ready to hit the woods on Saturday. It's only been two or three years.Whazzap, Realtree? As they say in Milwaukee, I missed youse guys too!

Wow do the forums look different! It's been a long, long time and I thought I should reconnect with my friends here. I hope you're all doing well!

Put a few 38 special rounds and 357 mags through it last night--it was a blast, literally and figuratively. Now I need to figure out what to do with the sights...black on black isn't going to cut it.

I finally got to go out and shoot a couple different firearms. I can't remember exactly which ones they were, but they were sall S&W--a 9mm, a small-frame 357, and a medium-frame 357 with a 4" barrel. I found the last of these the most comfortable to shoot, but liked the balance of the Ruger GP100 better, even though I couldn't find a firearms dealer that had them available for rent on their range. In a way, I took a gamble and ordered the GP100 without ever having shot it. Once I get it in a week or so, I'll shoot it and report back how it went. Honestly, having handled both, I also could not see where the Smith was $200 better than the Ruger anyway. (Not to mention, the boss wasn't thrilled at the price of the Ruger to begin with...LOL) I did not like the 9mm I shot, even though they told me it was their best-seller. Despite being a S&W, it felt cheap to me. Once I get more experience or into a handgun league, I may get a 9mm as well--and it would probably also be a better conceal & carry firearm if we ever get C&C in Wisconsin. I think part of why I'm gun-shy about a 9mm (note the pun) was that my .22 semi-auto rifle has given me all kinds of problems. I know it's a completely different animal, but the beautiful simplicity of a revolver seems like the way to go for now--or at least until I'm done being mad about my .22.

What's the take on UV killer spray? I bought some, and sprayed it on my clothes, but it looks (and kind of smells) like curdled, sour milk--it also doesn't spray evenly (or even close). I really don't think it does me any good--but wanted to throw it out there. And maybe I just got a bad batch of it. Of course, I only wash my clothes in scent-free hunting detergent without UV brighteners.

Thanks, William--was posting before work and didn't want to be "playing" any longer than I had to...lol.

First--moderators, please do not move this thread. All Wisconsin gun owners need to read my post in Politics regarding conceal and carry--I know many of my fellow cheeseheads stay away from that room and this is CRITICAL. Thanks!

As you may or may not know, Wisconsin is one of two states that do not allow any form of conceal & carry. Recent events foced Republican Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen to issue guidance to law enforcement on the matter of open carry. The link is http://www.jsonline.com/news/wisconsin/43302252.html and the story is below. This is huge because open carry makes people panic--and Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke was interviewed by Jay Weber this morning and thinks this will force the legislature's hand as well as Gov. Jim Doyle to enact legislation permitting conceal and carry. In a year full of terrible political news, nationally and statewide, this is GREAT for Wisconsinites! Anyone here in Wisconsin needs to call their legislator at 1-800-362-9472 and demand they move on this NOW, while Doyle is reeling! Open carrying of firearms legal, Van Hollen says By Tom Held and Patrick Marley of the Journal Sentinel Posted: Apr. 20, 2009 Madison - Openly carrying a gun on the street or in a store will attract plenty of attention, particularly from police, but is perfectly legal, according to an advisory issued Monday by state Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen. His memorandum to prosecutors says the mere act of having a gun does not warrant a charge of disorderly conduct, a position that pro-gun advocates have argued in several recent legal cases. However, packing a sidearm is still likely to give police justification to ask the armed citizen a few questions, Van Hollen said. "Whereas I don't expect police would ask somebody additional questions just because they are openly carrying a firearm, they shouldn't be immune from questions either," he said in a telephone interview. "It tends to lead to more inquisitiveness by law enforcement, and that's where their discretion has to enter into it." Reacting to the memo, Milwaukee Police Chief Edward Flynn said he would advise his officers to question anyone out in public with a gun. "If my officers see someone walking around the City of Milwaukee with a firearm openly displayed, it borders on irresponsible if I were to communicate to members of my community that they can carry that firearm with impunity," Flynn said. Van Hollen distributed the advisory in response to questions from district attorneys and police officials across the state. Some, Van Hollen said, mistakenly believed the mere act of wearing a handgun in a visible holster amounted to a violation of the disorderly conduct statute. His advisory was most clear on that point. "The Department (of Justice) believes that mere open carry of a firearm, absent additional facts and circumstances, should not result in a disorderly conduct charge," the Republican attorney general wrote in the memo. Wisconsin and Illinois are the only two states that do not permit carrying of concealed weapons. But Wisconsin's statutes are silent on carrying weapons openly, such as in a clearly visible belt holster, a practice that has constitutional backing. That right is not without limitations. Statutes that require guns to be cased when transported in vehicles and those that prohibit guns in taverns, schools and public buildings will be enforced, according to Van Hollen's advisory. His memorandum serves as guidance to police and prosecutors, who have arrested and prosecuted people across the state for open carry. In February, Brad Krause was acquitted after being charged in August with disorderly conduct for having a holstered handgun while he did yard work in West Allis. Then last week, Jesus Gonzalez filed a federal lawsuit against West Milwaukee and Chilton after police officers in those communities detained him for carrying a gun in a holster in a Menards and a Wal-Mart. In both cases, he was taken to jail but not charged. In his memo, Van Hollen noted that the state constitution protects the right to bear arms. "A hunter openly carrying a rifle or shotgun on his property during hunting season while quietly tracking game should not face a disorderly conduct charge," Van Hollen wrote. "But if the same hunter carries the same rifle or shotgun through a crowded street while barking at a passer-by, the conduct may lose its constitutional protection." "The same concepts should apply to handguns," he added, citing the West Allis case. He noted that brandishing or waving a gun in public is not legal, however. Van Hollen said police retain the right to stop someone who is openly carrying a weapon to investigate possible crimes, including disorderly conduct. "Even though open carry enjoys constitutional protection, it may still give rise to reasonable suspicion when considered in totality," he wrote. "It is not a shield against police investigation or subsequent prosecution." Open carry advocates were pleased that Van Hollen had advised prosecutors that it was wrong to use an overly broad interpretation of the disorderly conduct statute. In Wisconsin, which prohibits concealed carry, citizens have no other option to carry out their rights, the advocates maintain. "It's about recognizing that the right to defend oneself is a natural right and that by openly doing so, it is a wholesome activity," said John Pierce, a founder of OpenCarry.org. "People who open carry do not do so to get attention. They do so to make a political point, in many cases, just like a same sex couple going out of their way to hold hands in public." The legal aspects of Van Hollen's memorandum were less important than the potential public health impacts, in the mind of Stephen Hargarten, the director of the Firearm Injury Center at the Medical College of Wisconsin. "What kind of training are these people going to have, and what kind of firearms are they going to be carrying?" Hargarten asked. Steven Walters of the Journal Sentinel staff contributed to this report.

So did anyone listen to Rush today? Any news?

Wow--does anyone have a chance to listen to Rush daily? I can't, but wonder if he'll address this on Monday. Any volunteers to listen and report back? He mentioned the information he had on HSUS--what did he do--read everything on their website and take it as gospel?

We still haven't decided, but I looked at a Ruger GP100 today (4") and loved the feel of it--tomorrow we're going to go shoot some and see what we like. The price I saw for it was $565 so I need to research that too. FUN FUN!

I have a Rem. 597 and have owned it for maybe 5 years. I have not shot a great deal with it--maybe 300 rounds max. It's extremely accurate and is a great deal of fun to shoot. What isn't fun is that out of every 6 or 8 rounds, it jams and the ejected round has a dent on the casing. Has anyone run into this? The gun has been cleaned--and I just cleaned it again today--probably the best cleaning job I've ever done--and I may try it some more, but has anyone else had a problem with it? I went to a firearms show today and a dealer was telling me that this was pretty common with the 597 and after a Google or two, it apparently is. It will cost at least $50 for a gunsmith to look at it, but I'm really peeved--has anyone else here had this problem with the 597? If I get fed up enough--I'm going to get rid of it and get something else. I've thought about a 10/22, but am thinking about a bolt action instead of a semi. Any thoughts or recommendations? I'm so irritated--if this repair costs over $100, I may never buy another Remington and that's too bad because they make one heck of a shotgun!