[David Coulter]

in reply to: Woodsmanship….. #59868

Dave,
Interesting that you brought up Scouting. I went through the rank, Cubs through Eagle, and it was a great experience for me. Now, I’m passing it along to my son and daughter. I just took a leader position in my son’s cub den and I know it’s going to be a challenge. We live in a rural/suburban area west of NYC known as the Poconos. Those of us locals often refer to it as the sixth borough of NY. We’re lucky to has some woods here and some beautiful parks.
The first challenge is for me to stay organized to keep it all together. The second challenge just might be keeping the boys focused on getting muddy rather than plugged in. The word woodsmanship is not found in any official Scout motto or creed, but it’ll be lighting the way for me in the new adventure. I appreciate all the insights I find in these forums. Forever a student. peace, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Beginner's Mind #55814

You guys have a few year of experience on me. I’ve hunted all my life, but just started this traditional thing. I’ve been a bird watcher, a frog finder, a salamander seeker all my life, but this is really new. I hope that this does not get gray on me, as it has given me a new view of things. I’m in the final pages of A Man Made of Elk and have read a few things by Dave. I am so pleased to find someone who so eloquently puts in words what I have been trying to express for a long time.
I have a mentor, a younger fellow who makes his own self-bows who has been a great guide, as I start this new journey. I also have young children who are like sponges for knowledge and promise to keep me young at heart. As I guide them they guide me. The promise of learning and promise to teach is what makes it all happen.
Peace.

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Columbia River Knives #53028

I don’t have one, but lots of folks give Helle knives excellent comments and they’re actually less money than the model you’re looking at. The blades, without handles, are amazingly cheap. I might make one just for the heck of it. I have a few knives made by Bud Nealy, a local guy, former jazz drummer, who has become world renown for his tactical knives. http://www.budnealyknifemaker.com He makes a variety of knives, as well as custom makes for his customers’ specific needs. I have a camp knife and a few bird/hunter models, as well as a few kitchen knives. All great knives.

[David Coulter]

in reply to: TBM Aug/Sept 2011 issue #52926

I’m reading the magazine online and looking at the website quite a lot. I have to say, it’s been very helpful to me. I’m getting into this a little later than a lot of you out there, so anything I can do to prevent reinventing the wheel is a plus.
Thanks for all of your help! best, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Fence rows, camoflauge trees and creeks. #42232

Nice country you have to wander. Enjoy, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Fence rows, camoflauge trees and creeks. #41087

These are some beautiful views. Great photos. This is in PA, where? I’m in the Poconos. dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Practice #25855

Mixing it up is the way to go. I get out to do quite a bit of stumping and I love it. I also have a place to step back a bit, maybe only about 35-40 yards, but that’s out there for me. I also put up a platform, like a ladder stand, and put up a few bag targets to shoot at. And sometimes I find myself just carrying the bow through the woods, just taking a walk.
Also, if you have a buddy to go stumping with now and then, it keeps it interesting.

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Our Predecessors: 1946 Bows and Hunting, Etc. #25402

Looking at these old magazines is great. I have an old Herter’s catalog from the year I graduated high school. Puts things in perspective, doesn’t it?
Thanks for showing these clips.

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Thoughts on camo, fabrics, etc. #24699

I do like the idea of the plaids, but last year I bought some Columbia Gallatin Range wool. It was fairly reasonable and pretty well made. The pattern is pretty camo looking, but not anywhere near the new school, photo look. I wore that with some merino wool base layer and was pretty toasty through the late season here in PA. I’m going to look around for some old wool plaid for cool weather.

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Traditional Movies #21713

If you want a good laugh, The Weather Man is great. The archery aspect has an appropriate connection that I’m sure many of us feel in life in general. Have your popcorn made ahead of time for this one.

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Great Books for Shooting #8780

Thanks for your comments. I have Fadala’s book, both Traditional Archery and the Black Powder Bible. Great stuff. Conrads’ is on the list to get. Much appreciated. dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Happy Birthday Dave… #8759

Yes, Sir! Happy Birthday! I wish you many more and wish more many more good words to flow from your pen. peace, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Great Books for Shooting #63965

I wonder about that. Seems like you’re doing just fine. When I picked the bow back up after so long in moth balls, it seemed like I couldn’t miss or miss by much. It didn’t take long for me to fill my head with lots of information and have my shots go straight to the dump. I’m still glad to have access to some great reading to help me get back on target. Thanks! dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Instructional Vid/Quivers #63936

On the flintknapping, 3Rivers has a bunch of DVDs, but I can’t make a recommendation, since I don’t shape flint.
I can vouch for the Safari Tuff back quiver. I’ve been using one for two years and I’m happy with it. I think the rain cover/hood could be better. It’s stiff and sticks up a bit. I might try to sew something more snug out of wool. That said, I still like the quiver a lot.

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Glue for Judo Points #63221

I’m using the hot glue on the recommendation of someone at 3Rivers a while back. It works well, but now and then you’re just gonna have a separation. I use plenty of glue and I also clean out the heads, whether judos or broadheads, with alcohol and then get them plenty hot. Now and then I’ll also reset a head after I’ve been stumping it for a few days. I’ll either just heat it up and turn it a little or apply a bit more glue.
I wear a sort of utility belt with a Buck 110 with the tip snapped off, which I know is redundant, for digging into stumps and logs to dislodge stuck points. I filed the flat tip to make it more like a chisel. I also carry a pair of pliers in a holster on that belt to get a hold of the judo for prying and wiggling the head to help save the shaft. One more thing on that belt is the sleeve of an old tee shirt for wiping the arrows. By running the belt through the sleeve it won’t fall off and get lost.

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