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  • JodyS
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      in reply to: Snake skins #55253

      My hunting land has a good population of Copperheads. However, I don’t think that I want to get into Copperhead acquisition full time. 😀 Although the hillbilly in me is excited about this new adventure.

      Extraction is easy: Mix one part Carbon Express 150 with one 175 grain blunt game head (or .22 lead) at a high velocity with the trap occupant’s noggin. Then, this is true but strange, add a small amount of cooking oil to the snake’s underside to remove the snake from the trap (no kidding). The adhesive pad is good for 4 “oilings” before it looses its effectiveness. Rinse Copperhead and skin. Then, dry the skin.

      A Thanksgiving recipe for Copperhead skins for your bow!

      JodyS
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        in reply to: hunting boots #55239

        Coldpack

        I vote with Dave. The LL Bean Maine Hunting Shoes are unbeatable. Request speed laces, get some warm wool socks, and you are set. They are the best hunting boots that I have ever owned. Very comfortable, soft soles for quiet walking/sneaking, and very affordable.

        JodyS
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          KConner

          As a former wheelie bow hunter, and now addicted trad bow hunter, I say, “welcome, and don’t look back.” You have entered into an arena of a lot of fun in shooting and hunting with a trad bow, and also into a group of really good folks who are more than willing to advise and help you.

          To agree with Dave’s comments, I would suggest that you go with a recurve or ref/def longbow (my choice). Get the best bow that you can afford, get set up properly, subscribe to TBM, read, study, and practice. You will never regret it. I have had more enjoyment and satisfaction out of shooting and hunting with a trad bow than anything than I have ever done in the outdoors. Jody

          JodyS
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            in reply to: Snake skins #54608

            Thanks guys. I have checked on some of the sources you all mentioned. The pattern seems to be that bowyers do not want to let go of them and “skin sellers” are interesting folks. DP was right. The place in Texas has a vast array of…I am not sure what to call all the animal parts that they have.

            I may order some, but in the meantime, I have a plan. I ordered two “Snake Trap” traps. They are plastic boxes with a super adhesive bottom. You place the scent lures in the trap, place the traps in likely snake haunts, and then check ’em every day. So, I am going to try my skills at Copperhead trapping.

            For the record, about 1/3 of all Copperhead bites are “dry bites” with no venom injected. And, as a pharmacist/pharmacy manager, I make sure that our hospital pharmacy keeps anti-venin in stock just in case….:shock:

            JodyS
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              in reply to: Cheap targets #44433

              As I have three daughters, still youngsters thank goodness, I plan in years to come to use the drivers’ licenses of the boys who will want to date them for target practice. If those are too small then I will shoot at the tires on the cars of the boys who want to date them….as a previous post stated about balloons, it will be fun to hear them pop. Tongue out

              Jody

              JodyS
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                I too prefer hunting clothes with natural tones whether it is “blob” style camo or Dave’s “square” camo. A product that was mentioned earlier in the thread was Natural Gear, or Nat Gear as it is called here in Arkansas. I have used it for a decade for bowhunting as well as hunting for ducks, predators, and turkeys. It is the only camo pattern that I have bought in the past. It is made in good ole’ Arkansas and designed to be durable and useful. So if you are going to buy a camo pattern give it a look.

                Over the past two years I have moved more to natural tone wool/cotton clothes.

                My grandfather was a very good hunter. He “harvested” a lot of deer in his day (circa 1940-1980’s). For the record, he would wear his flannel plaid shirt (green), tan farmer work pants, farm boots, and wear a feed store cap (blue). He also masked his scent by smoking Camel cigarettes while he hunted. So much for camo and scent control!! He knew where to hunt, when to hunt, and how to hunt. You can’t buy those things in a store or find them in a camo pattern. 😀

                JodyS
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                  Enjoy the day Sam86. You do not get many “first times” in life. Soak it in. I hope you have a great day afield!

                  JodyS
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                    I think that poor dog was dazed by all the ozone being emitted from the hunter’s ozone scent prevention system.

                    JodyS
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                      Great job Dave! I know you worked hard for this one. Congrats!
                      Jody

                      JodyS
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                        Well fellows, it appears that we have hit upon a topic that resonates within us all as outdoorsmen and traditional bowhunters. I am not surprised at all. We may not all sing from the same song sheet all the time but we seem to hum the same tune while afield. You all have taken a subject that has the potential to divide, and anger, us but used it to show the dignity and purity of what we have been given, hold dear, and strive to protect. That, in a nutshell, is spiritual, and darn good stewardship to boot.

                        JodyS
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                          This has certainly turned into an interesting topic. TDowning has said it well.

                          From our discussion it is certain that we all feel a definite and deep connection to nature and our experience as hunters is indeed a spiritual one (more than a hobby or activity). One might conclude that it is part of what it means to be human, regardless of what you think about our origin.

                          As we take the bow afield we harken back to days that are long gone yet promote values that must be preserved. There is something mysterious, and ancient, about traditional bowhunting (and fly fishing as well in my experience). I find myself feeling humbled and full of wonder each time in the woods, or stream. As a Christ follower I am compelled to be grateful for the gift of creation and my times in it.

                          One of the most attractive aspects of traditional archery is the community that exists among us as trad bow hunters. We possess a set of skills, principles, and practices that I have not found previously in any other part of the hunting culture. While the challenge of traditional bowhunting is great and learning the necessary skills is exhilirating; it is the reason we hunt this way that sets it,and us, apart. I believe that is spiritual as well.

                          I have enjoyed this topic!!

                          Jody

                          JodyS
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                            Gentlemen, we have only a few posts here and have already unsheathed the words: God, Christian, evolution, and supernaturalism. Let us tread lightly. I have very deep spiritual views that I cherish and try to live out. I would willingly share them here but the question is in regard to spirituality and nature; thus it is a ‘why’ question, not a ‘what caused it’ question. If we tackle ‘why’ we feel so deeply connected to nature then perhaps we can take up the question as to what causes it and how next time. 😀

                            I will say, for the record, that I appreciate Dave’s reminder here. Dave and I have gotten to know each other over the past year and have had several of these type discussions. We are in different camps but always show respect and kindness to one another while making our points. This is the ONLY forum that I ever read or post to. The reason for that is because we share a passion for the outdoors, a traditional way of experiencing it, and honor one another (a Biblical principle indeed).
                            Jody

                            JodyS
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                              in reply to: Beginner Basics #15881

                              I purchased my first trad bow. It is a Bear Montana long bow. I have been shooting it for a week now. Santa did not keep it hidden very well. While the process of learning to shoot it will take a long time, enjoying it happened with the first shot.

                              JodyS
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                                in reply to: Beginner Basics #61181

                                Jim

                                That is exactly where I went. I have done business with them for years. They are great folks. They let me shoot several and gave me my first trad bow lesson. That one lesson and twenty minutes of shooting on the range was enough to get me started, and hooked.

                                JodyS
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                                  in reply to: Beginner Basics #60810

                                  Please pardon my ignorance in how to refer to recurves, longbows, or hybrids as I am a rank beginner. All I know is that these trad bows do not have wheels, cables, or sights, but they certainly do have a smooth and natural feel. Smooth, beautiful, quiet, natural, addictive…nuff said.

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