ruttinbuc Posted September 10, 2011 Report Share Posted September 10, 2011 Went to sleep at a reasonable hour to wake early for the archery opener. Like a kid on Christmas Eve I'm up way early. To think after all these years the anticipation is still so strong. I hope I never lose it. Hopefully, I'll be able to earn that buck tag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted September 10, 2011 Report Share Posted September 10, 2011 Good luck Mike. Got 2 more weeks here yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted September 10, 2011 Report Share Posted September 10, 2011 have a great hunt, mike. if you ever lose that feeling, better check your pulse... lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted September 10, 2011 Report Share Posted September 10, 2011 that's part of the reason we all do it. good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted September 11, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2011 Thanks guys. It wasn't such a good day with the heat and the misquitoes. of all things to forget was my Thermocell. It might not of mattered to tell you the truth. All of this moisture of late has them everywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbeck Posted September 11, 2011 Report Share Posted September 11, 2011 at least you were out Mike, here we would have had to hunt out of a boat with all the flooding we got saturday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravin R10 man Posted September 12, 2011 Report Share Posted September 12, 2011 Good Luck mike! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted September 12, 2011 Report Share Posted September 12, 2011 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NS whitetail Posted September 13, 2011 Report Share Posted September 13, 2011 have a great hunt, mike. if you ever lose that feeling, better check your pulse... lol I agree 100% Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted September 13, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2011 Thanks guys. I appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeramie Posted September 13, 2011 Report Share Posted September 13, 2011 Yeah, you were out! We still have until October 1st before we can battle bugs and heat.... im ready! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted September 13, 2011 Report Share Posted September 13, 2011 Just being out there is what it's about--especially at your age, lol. We start up the 24th. Like last year, I'm pretty busy with the kids' activities, but I'm hoping to get out. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted September 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2011 Just being out there is what it's about--especially at your age, lol. We start up the 24th. Like last year, I'm pretty busy with the kids' activities, but I'm hoping to get out. Good luck! Lol, I had one wake me up this morning. Blew like a banshee, she did. Messed up that spot for awhile ... must be true about napping more when you get a older...:sleep1: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhino Posted September 14, 2011 Report Share Posted September 14, 2011 Sorry the 1st day was a llittle slow. of all things to forget was my Thermocell. Bet you won't make that mistake again Mike! BTW...I usually forget something opening day but not a Thermocell down here. ... must be true about napping more when you get a older...:sleep1: I can relate to that! Doesn't happen on stand but I've sure arrived at the age where there's few things better than a power nap right after lunch during hunting season. Good luck on your next hunt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted September 14, 2011 Report Share Posted September 14, 2011 Congrats Mike Got word this morning Mike got a doe.:yes: Congratulations bud, hope you can get after that buck now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhino Posted September 14, 2011 Report Share Posted September 14, 2011 Congrats on the doe Mike! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted September 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2011 Thanks! I 'll have some pictures later. It all came together this morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Kat Posted September 14, 2011 Report Share Posted September 14, 2011 Way to go Mike! Looking forward to seeing pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCH Posted September 14, 2011 Report Share Posted September 14, 2011 Congrats Mike! Always enjoy your pictorials...can't wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted September 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 (edited) Thanks everyone! As usual there was no one around to take pictures so the 10 second self timer was put to use once again. With the heat building and some gutting to do I snapped a few pics. There was only one that I liked so I made a video out of my morning. I didn't get the kill shot on video as I didn't have a chance to get the camera mounted. Besides, I never know what part of the thick the deer are going to come from. This spot is where i killed my best NJ buck to date and I really didn't want to go in there. However, that doe busting me yesterday got me to thinking where she might be headed. My hunch proved right. There is a small overgrown power cut left of the ladder where the deer like to bed. As thick as it is, there is one corridor or "hallway" as I like to call it heading right to that cut. There is a whole lot of truth in deer taking the path of least resistance. The backside of the ladder rolls over a little bluff to the road. One of those "they have to go this way" spots. I moved the ladder from the other end as the only cover it had was blown down. The trouble with the spot now is that you have to be on your toes because it happens quick. I thought this doe was by herself as she appeared in the light fog. I was a little stunned to see two spotless fawns show up and look around after I took the shot. Most times the little ones lead the way. They will be fine, but still I like to take a lone mature doe. This one field dressed at 100 lbs. I took her out whole so there is no evidence for anyone going through there and to keep the flies at bay. You may have to let the video load. Having trouble putting the metadata up front. [video=youtube;cN6I54VBBwg] Edited September 15, 2011 by ruttinbuc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCH Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Awesome video Mike! Congrats again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PA_Spike_King Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 :clap: Very nice there Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Looks like you made a great shot on her Mike. Good video, congratulations again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted September 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Thanks a bunch, guys. I am glad you liked the video. I'm happy to share it with you. Looks like you made a great shot on her I knew i was in there somewhere, lol. When I drew up it was a bit difficult to see through the peep. Either it didn't turn all the way or it was just that gray in slight fog. It was plenty past legal time. I remember having to look twice and shoot once! :turned: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddyboman Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 awesome stuff Mike. Congrats. Really enjoyed the video thanks for sharing!! No go get your buck!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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