[David Coulter]

in reply to: Hope for the Best #134141

Florence will welcome you with surprising ease, Steve. If you need a stumpin fix when you hit Water Gap, I’ll set you up. Dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Hope for the Best #134112

Yankees would be the least of the problems in PA. Rocks are the real enemy on the trail. Steve would have to carry an extra pack for arrows. dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Good Night and More lessons learned… #134107

I agree that bears are sneaky. It’s amazing how fast a bear can vanish when it needs to and how stubborn they can be when they know whose in charge , like when they’re raiding a garbage can.

[David Coulter]

in reply to: What ya got goin'? 2 #134091

Steve, well said. That made me laugh out loud. best dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: What ya got goin'? 2 #134075

THAT is a great shot! Perhaps you’d like a better shot on a 4×4 buck but that’s a great photo. You outta post that in the photo section and use that for your Christmas card. Hope you got rid of your stones. Keep drinking lots of water. Good luck out there in the breeze. Dwc

 

what I should have said… come on Ralph, that’s a tree , show me a telephone pole bending like that and I’ll know it’s windy..

[David Coulter]

in reply to: What ya got goin'? 2 #134070

I’m in nyc today for work and there has been a near constant scream of sirens. It’s always interesting to visit this island and great to get back to the relative quiet of the Pocono woods. It’s hard to find a place anywhere that you can find silence. It’s a very special place when you can find it. I suppose it’s just a sign of age. When I was younger I sought crowds and excitement, now watching the woods come to life from the pitch black to the form of the horizon and shape of the trees to the texture of the bark coming into view in the quiet of the morning is at the top of the list. Cheers to a cool breeze in the pines. Dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Advice heavy arrow set up 38-42# #134069

KC,

it’s all in the tune. I started with full length and chopped off an 1/8 inch at a time til they flew right. My draw is a little over 27 and I’m only cutting 1 1/2 inch off my 32 inch shafts. Look at some photos of different tribes and you’ll find some crazy long arrows. Have fun! Dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Good Night and More lessons learned… #134025

Preston, it’s interesting to read stories of you guys seeing bears on a regular basis. Here in Eastern PA we have plenty of bears and some really big ones. Well rounded on dumpsters and birdfeeders. However, we don’t see them that often. Seeing a bears any place other than on garbage can is worth noting. Typically, folks hunt them in groups, driving swamps to try to kick them out into sight. Also, a killed bear has to be delivered field dressed, but otherwise whole to a check station, so it takes a crew to get it out of the woods and into a truck.  In fairness, PA has a terrific bear research program and they gather plenty of data at the check stations.  Good wishes on your hunts. I look forward to seeing some photos. All the best, dwc

 

[David Coulter]

in reply to: What ya got goin'? 2 #134024

Well, yesterday was the opener in PA and I went to work instead. Such as it is. However, the weekend bonus for me was that our friend Steve Graf just happened to be driving by for a wedding and stayed about 2 miles from my house. I had the pleasure of meeting him and his wonderful wife over coffee.  I even got my copy of The American Longbow signed by the author.  We had a good conversation of things game related and life in general before they went for a breakfast with family before the long drive home. I feel like I got to shake the hand of a friend I never met. Such as it is on Tradbow.  It’s a good group here.  All the best to you all, dwc

 

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Good Night and More lessons learned… #133982

Ps. I’m sure your schedule will be tight, but if you have time for a handshake and a book signing let me know. I’m usually game for a cup of joe.

I’m probably not going to be able to hunt this opener.  Took a photo shoot in Easton in the afternoon. Been such a crazy summer. I’m sure by the next weekend I’ll have my mind in it!

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Good Night and More lessons learned… #133981

Zoom in on the map and see if you can find Henryville, a bow shot to the south. There’s a nice game land in Cresco and a nice state park, Promised Land, about a 25 minute drive up 390 with some archery only land. You might get that doe on the table after all. dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Good Night and More lessons learned… #133953

Steve, there are many in PA who would enjoy that gift, perhaps the groom more than the bride, but alas times have changed. Where in PA are you headed? dwc

 

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Good Night and More lessons learned… #133869

Another good story. You hit your spot so you did your part. Deer cheated. Nothing like standing still in the woods to get a good lesson.  Ahh to be a good listener. Dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Hope for the Best #133714

I can see it now… Stumping the AT with Florence….

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Hope for the Best #133697

Stephen, great post. I’m glad you’re all safe. Interesting way to use the time. Perhaps a new book is in the works. Enjoy your time with Florence. I’m sure she’ll be good company til the kids are home for the holidays. Peace, dwc

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