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Thanks Chris...Gonna do that right now. Will get back to you guys. Ok on an edited post. I dropped them all in water. I have 11 that float. Some, that do not look like they are in good shape... float. While some good looking ones sank. But I will listen to Mr Pileski on this one. Thanks Chris and John for the info! PM's coming you guys way...You too Joe.

I hear ya bout the mosquitos Mike...they are all over the job. Not fun when your 85' in the air and ones buzzing round your ear. Good luck out in the field. Hope your arrows fly true.

I know this should be in the land and wildlife mgt room, but not too much traffic in there. Here ya go...I was able to acquire some of the acorns from some of the Swamp white oak trees that were planted on the plaza at the WTC site. They were swept up on the 911 memorial plaza in prep for the families of those lost on that fateful day. I would like to grow the SAME trees here at home and on our hunting land. What special handling do I need in order to have these acorns germinate in pots? Any help appreciated. Thanks, Anthony

How cute Todd...she is a doll . Thats the way to get em started...Like we have to tell you about that...

Steve you are an INCREDIBLE example of a man, a Christian and a husband. Safe travels to Wisconsin.

I have another Chris...Hunting The hard way by Howard Hill.

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If it isn't wild fires in Texas...its floods in NY. Incredible footage on the destruction power water has. Prayers for those effected.

Very cool pic... What did we do before trails cams?...Only speculate. Thanks for sharing that.

Here is some more on this topic from NYS DEC. DEC has confirmed that approximately 100 white-tailed deer found dead in the Town of Clarkstown, Rockland County, over the last two weeks were killed by Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD). EHD is a viral disease of white-tailed deer that is transmitted by the biting midge in the family Culicoides. The EHD virus does not infect humans and humans are not at risk by being bitten by the infected midge also known as a no-see-um or punkie. DEC wildlife biologists collected a sampling of deer carcasses in Rockland County and submitted them to the Fish and Wildlife Health Unit for necropsy. Tissue samples were then sent to the Animal Health Diagnostic Center at Cornell University and the National Veterinary Services Laboratory where the diagnosis of EHD was identified. The EHD virus was last confirmed in New York in 2007 in Albany and Niagara Counties. EHD outbreaks are most common in the late summer and early fall when the midges are abundant. The symptoms of EHD include fever, small hemorrhages or bruises in the mouth and nose, swelling of the head, neck, tongue and lips. A deer infected with EHD may appear lame or dehydrated. Frequently, infected deer will seek out water sources and many succumb near a water source. An infected deer may die within 1-3 days after being bitten by the midge or the disease may progress more slowly over weeks or months. There is no treatment and no means of prevention for EHD. The dead deer do not serve as a source of infection for other animals. EHD outbreaks do not have a significant impact on deer populations in general but may have a noticeable impact in the immediate area. Generally, EHD outbreaks occur in a specific geographic area and about half of the EHD infected deer may die in an outbreak. In the North, the first hard frost kills the midges that transmit the disease and the EHD outbreak ends. As general wise practice, hunters should not handle or eat any deer that appears sick or acts strangely. DEC will continue to monitor the situation. Sightings of sick or dying deer should be reported to the nearest DEC Regional Office or to an Environmental Conservation Officer. For more information on EHD and helpful related links, visit the DEC website directly at www.dec.ny.gov/animals/39767.html. Jeremy Hurst Big Game Biologist

Thanks for all the suggestions....I purchased a Redfield 2-7x33 4plex scope. This is going on a Marlin lever action in 30/30. I paid $148 with free Butler creek caps and free shipping. For all intents and purposes...it is a Leupold .

I have an update on this dreaded disease... Subject: EHD outbreak EHD has now been confirmed from one of the deer submitted to pathology. Again, not a human health concern and not a long-term threat to deer herds. Outbreaks are unpredictable, sporadic, but may have high mortalities and short-term effects. The outbreak seemed to stay very localized in the Clarkstown area. Deer deaths may continue as long as the biting midges are around (the first frost). No problem with eating hunter-killed deer. Squirrel and goose have opened and bow season is just around the corner. Have fun out there this year. Kevin Clarke Wildlife Biologist NYSDEC Region 3 Headquarters 21 S. Putt Corners Rd. New Paltz, NY 12561-1620 845-256-3088

I saw the Bushnell XLT in 1.5-7x40 at Natchezz shooting supplies for like $139. I am considering that one. I would like to consider a Nikon but have not seen any below 200 and better. I have a Redfield 3-9x50 new in box, but it is a bit big for the lever gun . Gonna give Redfield another look. They Leupold after all. Thanks guys.

Look here Ruth. Subscribe with this link www.dec.ny.gov/about/63801.html The info I am passing on was not made public on DEC's site. I am on my county's Sportsmen Federation and this was passed on to me by its President. I am the Rockland county Rep for NY Bowhunters which gets me a seat on this federation. As William said, the ONLY good news is that it may be identified. I will keep all up to date on this issue. To give a perspective of where I am talking about with this deer issue. This area is 30 miles north of Manhattan(still in NYS) on the NJ side of the Hudson river.

I am looking to put some new glass on my Marlin 336. I had a cheap Simmons on it. I took it out this weekend to see if it is still on and it was all over the place. Being that it is a 30/30 and would not shoot over 100 yards with it. Variable power is not needed, but might be a welcome addition so I can leave the binocs home. I'm thinking a 2-7x32 or 40. Any suggestions for a new scope? Thanks in advance.

Chris...read " Ishi, the Last Yahi" incredible book about the last wild native American and Dr's Pope and Young are part of that story. I loved that book.

I have been getting teary eyed daily the last few weeks on the job. The Memorial Plaza is getting closer to being opened to the public for this coming Sunday. It will be ready. It is beautiful. I have not forgotten. My union, Local 3 IBEW lost 17 electricians that day. 2 of whom I knew personally. Not to mention my cousins husbands brother, a few cops I knew and another guy from high school I knew. I have been writing the names of our lost electricians on the light fixture brackets I have been installing in the ceiling. They will not be able to be seen by the public, it is on the dark side of the ceiling but it is my tribute to them. Sunday is gonna be a rough day in NYC.

I have an update from NYS-DEC on the sick deer in my county. Subject: Deer disease outbreak I know many of you are aware already, but I thought I would provide an update. Yes, we are currently experiencing a disease outbreak in deer in Rockland County, primarily in the New City and Valley Cottage areas. Reports started coming in about dead deer on August 18th, at which time we began outreach and carcass collection. I'm estimating a die-off in the localized area of roughly 50-100 at this point. No definitive diagnosis has been reached at this point, but we have ruled out any human health risk associated with deer dying from this particular disease. There are also indications that the disease is likely to be EHD. New Jersey is currently and positively dealing with an EHD outbreak. EHD is a viral disease that is specific to cervids and bovids, however cattle seem to be unaffected. The virus is carried and transmitted by biting flies/midges and can affect a significant portion of the deer herd (up to 50% mortality in local areas). Luckily, outbreaks like this stay very localized. We have had reports of dead deer that may be related in Pomona (Rockland County) as well. Dead deer examined from Stony Point (Rockland County) and one from Dutchess County do not appear to associated with this disease outbreak. Deer affected by the acute form of EHD, which is what we're seeing now, tend to die within 24-72 hours of infection. These deer appear in good body condition, not wasting away, but show signs of lethargy, being disoriented, and foaming out the nose and/or mouth (caused by fluid in the lungs). Deer infected with the chronic form of the disease may die at some later point or may overcome the infection and survive. There is no harm in eating a deer that had been infected with EHD, but you likely would not know whether it ever had been infected. At this point we are waiting for results from viral cultures and hope to have a definitive answer soon. You may report sightings of dead or sick deer to our general Wildlife number at 845-256-3098 so that we can document the scope of this outbreak. I'll keep everyone informed of any updates. Kevin Clarke Wildlife Biologist NYSDEC Region 3 Headquarters 21 S. Putt Corners Rd. New Paltz, NY 12561-1620 845-256-3088

Thanks for the info William. I am on the Sportsmans Federation in my county and this is a hot topic. As soon as I find out anymore on this, I will let you guys know. Those ARE some old posts but great info none the less.

I have not owned any Spypoint cams Luke, but I have a friend who swears by them. Looks like a good set up to catch a thief.

I am on the NY State Dept Of Environmental Conservation e mail list. This is a e mail I received from them. Seems like we have some sick deer around our small county. I sure do hope it is not anything like CWD or Brucellosis. DEC is investigating reports of sick and dead deer in the Town of Clarkstown in Rockland County, NY. To diagnose the cause of mortality, tissue samples are being collected at the DEC's Wildlife Pathology Unit and sent to the Cornell University Animal Health Diagnostic Center for diagnostic testing. While test results are pending, the DEC does not consider this as a human health issue at this time. DEC is requesting residents in the Rockland County area to refrain from approaching any sick deer or deer behaving abnormally, and to please report these animals to the DEC Regional Wildlife Office in New Paltz by calling (845) 256-3098. We will provide updates as new information is available. Jeremy Hurst Big Game Biologist

My buddy in the Hill country texted me a pic of his car thermometer. It read 105 degrees. Yeah...but its a dry heat...:48: Don't know y'all do it.

Hats off to a great bunch of folks to see off a Hero. Well done.

Each Thursday I am told there will be a different topic on the Ground Zero rebuild in this series. This Thursday I hear it will be all about the Memorial and Museum. That is the project I am on. I am looking forward to it.

My deepest condolences Steve...She was one strong lady.