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It's just starting to heat up in south central Wisconsin. The little guys have the doe all on edge and heading for the smaller feeding areas that don't get checked by the bucks as often. I heard a couple bigger bucks sparring a couple nights ago but, they aren't on their feet real early in the evening yet. That said, a buddy of mine whacked a monster last night at 5:15 pm (mainframe 10 with 8 measurable stickers) and passed a nice 10 before this one walked in. Get close to the bedding areas and you may get a chance at a bruiser. This week with the cooler weather may get things moving a bit earlier. Good Luck!

So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers sent.

Congrats Ken!

You just about wasted a good mouthful of coffee all over my laptop this morning! Thanks for the morning laugh!

Isn't it amazing how, just that fast, your own time in the woods doesn't seem so significant anymore? The satisfaction we now get from hunting is fulfilled through the smiling faces of our kids and their success as little hunters. It's a great feeling and I'm living it myself everyday... Congrats to your daughter, and a congrats and a pat on the back for you dad... :clap:

Heck ya Benny! Thats a great buck! Congrats!

Finally got a little cooler weather here. I'm getting a little more excited as I checked out some of my normal areas and the scrapes are getting hit hard. I also got my vacation approved. I'll be in the woods from Oct. 28th thru Nov. 14. Something, is gunna die... LOL

54 views and no replies? Ok, I'll bite... What makes you think that's the same deer?

I moved your favorite stand to a nice skinny oak I found right at the top of that food plot. :clap: The corn is all the same as when you were here. Looks like it could be a decent season...

Thanks everyone. I don't know how he kept his composure to make a shot that long. He is still very excited about it and I still haven't stopped smiling... William should remember the oaks the buck was under. Right below his favorite wooden ladder stand. LOL

No doubt in my mind, your grampa was in the stand with you. Great story Chris, and congrats on a great buck.

Someday steve, someday... :bummed:

Happy Birthday everyone. I hope you enjoyed your day.

I've only been out bowhunting once so far. I've been out killing a few ducks and geese with my son, Avery. He's starting off to a pretty good start as he whacked this one during the youth gun season. The story is in the Deer hunting room...

I posted Averys story and buck in the deer hunting room. Thanks guys!

Saturday was the start of a two day youth deer hunt in Wisconsin. The weather was hot and after last years youth hunt being just as hot, I was not too excited to go as last year we never saw a deer during our two days. Saturday I had to work until 4pm and then I had plans after work so I asked my dad if he would take Avery. He said that it sounded like fun and he'd be happy too. About 9pm I called Avery to see what he had seen. He said he saw a few turkeys and one deer. He then proceeded to say, "I saved you four hundred bucks though dad!" In a chuckle, I asked him what he meant and he said, "I missed dad." I asked him what happened and he said he didn't know but, I'd bet money that the ole buck fever kicked in! lol The buck was olny 20 yards away when he missed. Sunday rolled around and I promised Avery that i would take him out after work. So at 4:30 we headed out to our stand. We had all the fun little conversations that only dads would understand. We watched a couple doe and at 6:30 I noticed a buck in the tall grass. I said "Avery, shooter buck right down here!" the buck was about 150 yards. He got his gun out the window and got ready for the shot. The grass was so tall we had a had time keeping him in sight. As the buck walked quartering away from us, the shot distance started getting farther and farther. So at this point, I'm about shaking us both out of the stand and finally at 260 yards, the buck stops in a clearing to make a scrape under a small clump of oaks. Avery said, "can I shoot him dad?" After assuring me he could keep the crosshairs on his chest, I told him to squeeze the trigger when he felt comfortable. About 10 seconds later the Browning 270WSM barked and I heard the bullet hit home. The buck ran about 40 yards and piled up. Avery just turned 11 on the 8th of Sept. Averys third deer and his second buck ever, is one to be proud of. As far as dad goes, well, lets just say I havent stopped smiling. Averys buck, 10 points, 18 5/8" inside spread...

Good job guys! Way to put them down! :yes: It's been a slow start for me this season, of course I've only made it out once... LOL I saw five bucks, only one of which was a 2 1/2 year old. The rest were small. This heat needs to go away. However, I took My son Avery out last night for the youth deer hunt and he put the smackdown on an awesome 10 pointer with a 18 5/8" inside spread. Pics and story to follow... ; )

Welcome aboard Dave! The season opened here on Saturday. I may try and get out one night this week. It is supposed to cool off a little midweek.

Deerilious is fine with me as well. I will P.M. Chance and let him know. ; )

Season starts here on the 17th of Sept. I'm down to 5 lbs of burger in the freezer and i have an itchy trigger finger. The 19th will be my first chance to go and I may have a doe or two around just for that purpose...

Hey everyone!! Just checking in. Looks like a great team, I smell backstraps frying! Good Luck!

There is not much that can be said that hasn't already. Keep your chin up buddy, we are all here for ya. She will always be with you in your heart and you will be with her again someday. ; ) Prayers sent...

Sounds like a great weekend with the exception of the lower unit. Dang stumps eh? LOL

Thats an awesome mount! Great buck, congrats! Welcome to the campfire as well...

Slick Tricks magnums are a deadly head and will fly almost exactly the same as your field tips. I switched from mechanicals a couple years ago and will never look back. I love them!