AceArcher

Wow!!! What a pig! Congratulations on an awsome deer.

Congratulations on a real nice deer!!!

Headed to Game tonight. Sorry Texas boys....but we are taking these next two and the the trophy. At least I am keeping my fingers crossed.

Was out this weekend and didn't see much daytime activity. Had does around me in mornings and evenings but only horn I saw was and 6pt that was by himself. 80 degree temps probably have something to do with it. Good looking scrapes just not bucks coming to them in the daylight hours and no chasing activity seen yet. Next week/two or so should see real good activity starting up if temps cool somewhat. I think rain and cold weather blowing in tonight. Post your IL conditions and Rut update here.

Kentucky is actually a really good state for big deer. If you remember a few years back NorthAmericanWhitetail did a thing by state. They took B&C entries and divided by the state square miles....KY is #1 or #2...cant remember exactly...but ahead of IL. That tell you that if you are in the woods in KY you have one of the best chances in the world of hooking up with a world class buck.

That is a real monster buck and congrats to whoever killed it. However, I do see Hoosiers point in that you come on here promoting your website. Makes me a little skeptical. However, I will assume the deer was on the up in up in less I hear otherwise.

I hunt with my grandfather also so I know how special that relationship can be. I bet your gramps was smiling down looking at that big bruiser. Great way to honor him by taking time with your father to enjoy your father in the family tradition. Congratulations on a great buck and condolences to you and your family for your loss.

Great deer Avery. Way to go buddy!!

I wish that second deer had some 8 inch brow tines.

[ATTACH=CONFIG]10794[/ATTACH] This guy will be alright in a couple years. He is a 2 year old. [ATTACH=CONFIG]10795[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]10797[/ATTACH] [ATTACH=CONFIG]10796[/ATTACH] 2 or 3 year old hear. Bigger but not what I am looking for. Nice solid deer though.

Just thought I would get this started. Good place to update with deer behavior you are seeing in the field. Also, please post your Land of Lincoln success pics with story.Good luck everyone.

How about a '11 - '12 success thread as sticky. If I missed it I apologize but don't see thread for this season.

Awesome deer!!

Cool idea...you were able to post that pic from your phone? I might try this also.

Got in a morning hunt. Didn't see any deer. I was going to shoot a small doe if one came under as I have been wanting some backstrap. Maybe Sunday night.