[David Coulter]

in reply to: Signs of Spring? #43157

We’ve had robins here for weeks, climbing the snowbanks along the roadside pecking away at whatever they can find. Some small flocks do winter over here around the bogs and swamps, as well as some minor blue bird populations in a few select areas.

I did get out to stump a little but spent most of the time digging in the snow for my arrow. I’ll probably snowshoe out a bit in the morning to girdle a few trees for firewood. They’re calling for one more storm next week. Enjoy it while you can. El Nino will have it too dang hot all too soon! peace, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: smithhammer #43117

Thanks for the link, Dave. Smithy, Very nice. Nice to hear a little more background on you and your experience. Congratulations, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Wolves and Rivers Video #42918

Steve, I appreciate your perspective and solution to dealing with the chicken “thieves.” I makes sense and makes peace.

Dave, I appreciate a first hand account that backs up the video. The video makes sense to me, but I’m not out there. Thanks for posting. dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: smithhammer #42905

Yes, can you put that in English for us old farts? dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: NAMES #42901

I never considered changing my name, since it would still be me and, with certain modifications from time to time, I am and you are sort of stuck with me. I like Grumpy and never thought it had anything to do with an accurate description. best, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Wolves and Rivers Video #31896

From local experience here, since us higher up predators were issued more doe permits, the herd was cut down some, except in developments. Since the herd is down, the deer are bigger and healthier looking and the browse is back in business. I expect to see more grouse, too. We definitely have a few more rabbits. The video makes a lot of sense for me.

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Chain saw in a can #31091

You have to say, though, it did a nice job on that sub in the video…

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Arrow of Light #23214

Thank you! It’s good to have the project done and I’m happy to be finishing with the boys and moving on to an excellent Scout troop. I’ve been lucky to have an excellent group of great kids. Thank you for your good wishes and your good work! peace, david

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Arrow of Light #23194

Hi Folks,

Well, my Webelos are crossing over to Boy Scouts this Friday night. Today I finished the ceremonial Arrows of Light, with the help of my daughter, who helped string the beads. My daughter also wrote the “Cub Scout Pack 89” on the rack for me to trace with the wood burner. She loves to be involved in any project.

I want to thank my good friend Rick, who is also my archery mentor. Rick hunts with a self-bow and has an interest in primitive archery. He showed me how to wrap the fletching with sinew.

With apologies to our Stone Age ancestors who were masters of this craft, I wanted to style these ceremonial arrows in a primitive fashion. The main departure is the laminated birch shafts. They were generously donated. I searched for cane shafts with came up dry. The stone points were an online auction purchase and each boy chose his own back in September. The feathers were secured from an unfortunate roadside encounter with someone’s bumper and a turkey. My chiropractor also donated two wings for the project.

I credit Clay Hayes’ video for stripping the feathers from the shaft before fletching. I watched a sinew wrapping video by Mike Cook for mounting the heads. My friend Rich donated the hide glue and the sinew and showed me how to work with it. I cut sections of antler to make beads, representing the number of award pins earned by each scout.

These are my first attempts at making “primitive ” arrows, so again, my apologies to the masters of this craft.

Thanks for your interest. Best, david

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Fire Kit #20664

In the east we have plenty of birch. Since a scout, I’ve had rolled up birch bark in a zip lock. It burns wet or dry. d

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Nothing says Happy Valentine's like… #20546

A buddy of mine says that Valentine’s Day would be a lot easier if his wife just wanted the same thing he does…

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Reply To: No Elkheart?!?!? #57419

Dave,

Rereading your explanation above reinforces what we have come to know about you and your writing. You and your words are candid, honest. You also include a watchful eye on yourself, which is absolutely needed when one is going to question the motives and actions of others.

I’m with the masses here, waiting for the book. Best wishes, David

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Happy Anniversary & Thank you! #57374

That makes perfect sense. Very nice gift to be sure. best, david

ps. if you were 12, hmmm, I must have been… maybe 20 years older? Time flies, straight as an arrow, although it pretends to go in circles. dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Kalamazoo Expo – 2014 #48327

Wish I could join you. I hope to read full reports and see photos. All the best, david

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Happy BD Dr. Ed! #45175

Doc,

Happy Birthday to you. While we haven’t met, I’ve been a student of yours for a few years now. I appreciate all the dedicated work and passion you’ve given to the sport.

Happy Turkey, wild, Wild, and otherwise.

best, david

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