Gobblegobblebang Posted January 30, 2011 Report Share Posted January 30, 2011 When do the sign ups start for 2011 turkey contest? Lee, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted January 30, 2011 Report Share Posted January 30, 2011 Probably next month I'd guess or early March...Most of our seasons are still way off, lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strut10 Posted January 30, 2011 Report Share Posted January 30, 2011 There has been much discussion over the last couple years by the folks who put the contest together whether there would be another one or not. This year, the consensus is "no". There have been issues by a few over post counts, submission photos, timeliness of scoring updates, difficulty of prize distribution ..................... all over a contest that was started to be "fun". Frankly, folks, it's started to not be so much fun anymore. So 2011, as far as I'm involved, will be a down year. Anybody who wishes to take charge of things this year is more than welcome to have a go. PM Scott and let him know you'd like to take charge of running the contest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snapper Posted January 30, 2011 Report Share Posted January 30, 2011 There have been issues by a few over post counts, submission photos, timeliness of scoring updates, difficulty of prize distribution ..................... all over a contest that was started to be "fun". Frankly, folks, it's started to not be so much fun anymore. So 2011, as far as I'm involved, will be a down year. I can't believe your not doing the contest this year...lol Sorry folks...but I gotta agree with Strut on this issue...just not as much fun putting together as it used to be. I'm gonna back out as well at least for this year. I really don't think some ppl realize what kind of work goes into all this to make it happen. When you start getting pm's that are directed towards your short comings in operating the contest...well...makes it less fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nut Posted January 31, 2011 Report Share Posted January 31, 2011 I am in agreement with Strut and snapper. I won't step up to do it for said reasons given. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted February 1, 2011 Report Share Posted February 1, 2011 this is too bad. throw up a success thread and i'll post any trophy I get with pride. I don't need to beat someone else or get a prize for doing so. that said I'm sure those (hopefully very very few) people will be the first to complain if there isn't a contest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strut10 Posted February 1, 2011 Report Share Posted February 1, 2011 ............throw up a success thread and i'll post any trophy I get with pride. I will see it done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pointing_dogs_rule Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 Thanks for all of your time in the past. It was really appreciated. I have always stated: "It's a FUN contest". Some people take it way too seroius. Thanks once more for all the long hours and the headaches. good luck to all the dog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RangerClay Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 Thanks for all of your time in the past. It was really appreciated. I have always stated: "It's a FUN contest". Some people take it way too seroius. Thanks once more for all the long hours and the headaches. Ditto! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 Yup, thanks to those who have ran the contests in the past. I didn't know about all the negativity, really a shame. I was opting out this year too, but only because I'll only get one day to hunt this year (if that) due to my work schedule. Illinois has the most screwed up turkey seasons in the country. First season (lottery) Monday - Friday (5 -days sun-up till lunch time = 15.00 if drawn). Second season (lottery) Saturday - Wednesday = another 15.00 if lucky enought to get a tag. There are additional 5 day seasons all for another 15.00. Why in the heck they don't make each season include a weekend is beyond me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SourthenILdeerhunter Posted February 3, 2011 Report Share Posted February 3, 2011 im sadden but not surprised to not see a turkey contest ill be surprised if there will be a deer or squirrel contest next year but all i need is a success thread to post up my trophy's if i get one and ill be happy!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jorden Posted February 4, 2011 Report Share Posted February 4, 2011 Real shame, its always fun. Too bad some people have to ruin it for everyone. :angry: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Nut Posted February 7, 2011 Report Share Posted February 7, 2011 springstrutters Your 1st post is considered as spam and was edited since all you did was to try and get people to your site. We value members who contribute to the forum and are helpful and encouraging to all. I believe that as a fellow turkey hunter you can be that. So please do not advertise because there will not be any hesitation in no longer allowing your future contribution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcot2773 Posted February 7, 2011 Report Share Posted February 7, 2011 wow... cant believe there wont be one... was looking forward to participating in my first turkey contest this year. but oh well, like mentioned above will be perfectly happy with success thread. my goal this year is to take a longbeard with a bow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohiobucks Posted February 7, 2011 Report Share Posted February 7, 2011 Probably next month I'd guess or early March...Most of our seasons are still way off, lol Sounds like Ruth is volunteering to run it this spring! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunter109 Posted February 13, 2011 Report Share Posted February 13, 2011 i was looking forward to getting in this contest but dont matter to me but if you do count me in it has been nothing but fun for me guys i mean there are a few guys that want to win but i dont it dont matter to me win or loss i just like to see the other guys kills Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gobblegobblebang Posted February 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2011 Life is way too short to allow azzholes to shoot you down for trying to do the right thing. Unfortunately their is always these people out there (You know who you are) thank you for the time you have put in and the memories we have cashed. I will post my birds on the photo page but nothing else. RIP Turkey Contest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ljmelea Posted February 21, 2011 Report Share Posted February 21, 2011 Having been on several winning teams,I too hate to see the contest go.I will still post results,maybe this year i'll even figure out the picture part,Larry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted February 21, 2011 Report Share Posted February 21, 2011 I wouldn't count the turkey contest as forever dead, but more on sabatical...lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhino Posted February 28, 2011 Report Share Posted February 28, 2011 There has been much discussion over the last couple years by the folks who put the contest together whether there would be another one or not. This year, the consensus is "no". There have been issues by a few over post counts, submission photos, timeliness of scoring updates, difficulty of prize distribution ..................... all over a contest that was started to be "fun". Frankly, folks, it's started to not be so much fun anymore. So 2011, as far as I'm involved, will be a down year. I hear ya Don...you too Gregg. I know the issues you mentioned were just a few. That's part of why I decided to get away from RT's team competition with my turkey hunting a couple of years ago & just get back to competing against the birds and focus on enjoying turkey hunting for what it is. Thanks for all you both have done in the past and I sure hope you both have fun this year! Hope we continue to see success threads from forum members too. After all, part of the reason we share what works for us is to help each other put birds down each year. Good luck to all and hope to share turkey tales with y'all again this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdvantageTimberLou Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 There might not be a turkey contest this year but everyone please remember our friend David on your hunts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fullfan Posted April 10, 2011 Report Share Posted April 10, 2011 There might not be a turkey contest this year but everyone please remember our friend David on your hunts. David "Exturkinator" Ashburn, Dr. David Ashburn is with me every time I step into the woods. RIP Dr. David.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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