Rem308 Posted September 19, 2009 Report Share Posted September 19, 2009 This is the first year that WV has offered an 'Early Season Doe-Only Archery Hunt' and I sure hope they keep it for seasons to come. As I hiked to my stand I was already ringing wet with sweat...no way around that. But, there was no wind, so I stayed positive and hoped I may still see some deer feeding to the field I was beside. I was setup in a hardwoods area, where a hill meets an overgrown hayfield. I sat there for a half hour and still had sweat rolling off me, mosquitoes were eating me up...I won't say I was miserable, because I could never be miserable in the woods, but I was really looking forward to fall temperatures! Around 6:00 PM, I caught a glimpse of a deer walking through the woods coming towards me, but there was a thicket in between us. I watched with my binoculars and could see a doe walking into the thicket, but I lost her inside. After about 20 minutes, I caught here again coming out the other side, probably 60 yards from me. I began had my bow ready, clipped in my release, but was still sitting. She got behind a few trees and as I stood she sensed something and stopped in alert. After a few minutes she cautiously walked on and I could see she was at 40 yards and closing. At 30 yards I drew and she continued walking around a trail and I was just waiting for a shot. She slowed down a little and offered a great broadside shot, which I took. The arrow smacked into her and realy made a LOUD pop. I could see it was a good hit and she took 3 quick bounds and I could see blood spewing of both sides. As she ran across the trail towards the field I could even hear the blood hitting the leaves. After about 40 yards of running she slowed and tipped over. I watched her with my binoculars and she was down for the count. My race versus the clock started now...as it was hot and I didn't want to take a chance at the meat spoiling. I hustled to drag the deer back to the truck. I didn't field dress until I was near the truck to help. I took a few quick pictures with my cell phone, but got better pictures after the dragging was done. I checked her in, skinned her out, and began soaking the meat in iced salt water. So, my Early Season Doe Hunt was a success, I'm glad to have some venison for the freezer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly Posted September 19, 2009 Report Share Posted September 19, 2009 Nice looking doe there Rem! I'm ready for those 50 degree days myself! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted September 19, 2009 Report Share Posted September 19, 2009 Congratulations on the doe. Sounds like you need a thermacell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCH Posted September 19, 2009 Report Share Posted September 19, 2009 Congatulations bud! Nice shot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhine16 Posted September 19, 2009 Report Share Posted September 19, 2009 Congrats Rem! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
countryboy89 Posted September 20, 2009 Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 nice doe ya i love this early doe hunt here in michigan we can use gun or bow but i like useing my bow ive passed up some small ones but hoping tomarrow morning ill get one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybear Posted September 20, 2009 Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 Great job Rem.. good shootin'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkneck Posted September 20, 2009 Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 Way to go man! Nice to hear that thwack sound aint it? Question: Why soak it in salt water? Just curious. I know old folks around here do that, but was just wondering what it did for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkeygirl Posted September 20, 2009 Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 Congrats! Nice doe and nice shot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravin R10 man Posted September 20, 2009 Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 Way to go Rem!!:down for the count.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rem308 Posted September 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 Way to go man! Nice to hear that thwack sound aint it? Question: Why soak it in salt water? Just curious. I know old folks around here do that, but was just wondering what it did for you. I learned from my dad...we always have soaked in iced salt water for a while before packaging...when we pour off the water before packaging there's always quite a bit of blood and (sometimes) hair if any was on the meat. A few years ago I was rushed due to a snowstorm and didn't get to soak as long as normal before packaging the doe. The meat was strong and from then on I blamed the 'wild taste' on difference of preparation. One of those things...could easily be 'all in my head' but works for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rem308 Posted September 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 Congratulations on the doe. Sounds like you need a thermacell. Yes, I decided that I am going to just fork out the dough and get one. I hear they're on sale quite a bit right now. You know me, learn everything the hard way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted September 20, 2009 Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 Great story and a great doe! Way to go, Rem! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
layin on the smackdown Posted September 20, 2009 Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 Congrats Rem!!! Feels good don't it! Nice shooting... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Posted September 20, 2009 Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 Great story and a great doe! Way to go, Rem! Got to agree! Nice shot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesse8953 Posted September 20, 2009 Report Share Posted September 20, 2009 Yes, I decided that I am going to just fork out the dough and get one. I hear they're on sale quite a bit right now. You know me, learn everything the hard way! If you have a bass pro shop close, they have the earth scented ones on sale for $14.99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_lou Posted September 21, 2009 Report Share Posted September 21, 2009 Nice story and some nice freezer meat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddyboman Posted September 21, 2009 Report Share Posted September 21, 2009 WTG!! Congrats on your success!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronS Posted September 21, 2009 Report Share Posted September 21, 2009 Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dawgitall Posted September 21, 2009 Report Share Posted September 21, 2009 Great Shot! Congrats! Great play by play to! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhino Posted September 21, 2009 Report Share Posted September 21, 2009 Congrats on killing your doe. Cool to watch them tip over.:cool2: Sounds like you need a thermacell. That's what I was thinking too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbreedi1 Posted September 22, 2009 Report Share Posted September 22, 2009 awesome job! Yeah get yourself a thermacell! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ODH Posted September 22, 2009 Report Share Posted September 22, 2009 nice shot! i cant wait to get out in the woods this weekend for Ohio opener! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobwhite Posted September 22, 2009 Report Share Posted September 22, 2009 Great job when that arrow hits its spot it sounds like you just hit a homerun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloodtrails Posted September 22, 2009 Report Share Posted September 22, 2009 :death::clap::clap::clap::clap: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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