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in reply to: Week 2 of PA season #12297

Congratulations on a beautiful deer.

Great Job!

Alex

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in reply to: leathernecks fall in #55940

colmike wrote:

…and of course those who served in the lessor service’s–should be included…

COL, you mean like Boy Scouts? 😆

Sorry, had to take a jab for all my army comrades out there.

LOL!

But IMHO, might be a great thing.

Just as long as it doesn’t get too competitive in between hunts. 😉

Be well, and thanks to all who served.

Alex

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in reply to: "The Good Hunt" film update #47693

Dave,

Not sure if it’s possible, but will there be a “Director’s Cut” or “Deleted Scenes” in the DVD? Might be a compromise that would be a win-win for all. It would be a shame to lose the spirit of what the film is supposed to be about, but I guess there is only so much room and sometimes it “pays” to gear it towards some people who wouldn’t quite get the message. Who knows, maybe I’m just talking out of the terminal end of my digestive tract. Can’t wait for the film. Will definitely be watching it.

Be well,

Alex

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in reply to: When "friends" turn out to be enemies #47665

For what it’s worth, here’s my $0.02:

I don’t believe this is any more or less a piece (2 in this case) of propaganda than anything that the NRA or SCI puts out. There is no such thing as a “good” cause anymore. May causes start off that way (just about anything you can think of) but then, once they get a taste of some power or get corrupted by other organizations, they turn into a monstrosity that spirals out of control. I don’t care if it’s the NRA or Unions, the story doesn’t change.

Reading these articles, I noticed the same rhetoric that I see in just about any NRA or SCI ad, “they are all against you”. It works. Actually, it works well. Divide and conquer. I can pretty much guarantee that the propaganda from the NRA, SCI, et al will be just as neatly presented and convincing with pretty pictures and arrows showing a whole bunch of nothing. We really need to consider the source, no matter if we agree or not.

As for me, I will work my land (if I ever manage to afford to buy some), I will hunt my land and I will protect my land. Beyond that, not much will change. Pretty much every good idea will turn into a bad one and life will go on. People will be divided and only the agendas of the few in power will ever have any serious chance of coming to fruition.

Well, there it is, my $0.02 worth.

Be well,

Alex

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in reply to: PTSD and Traditional Archery #42081

rferdinand,

I do not have PTSD. I cannot imagine what it is like, but I do have pretty severe ADHD. I call it “look-squirrel disease”, and that’s not even a joke. I cannot concentrate on one thing, let alone two. Not sure if this will be of any help, but this is how I deal.

First, my expectations are as follows: getting out into the woods, even if I spend 5 minutes in the stand before I have to light a smoke or climb down to adjust that twig in my shooting lane (I didn’t mention OCD as well) or tinkle, or whatever, it’s still a hell of a lot better than sitting on my duff at home getting brain-drained by the idiot tube. My “success” is being there. With time, 5 minutes turned into 6, then 7… I learned to amuse myself with the sights and sounds around me, not just with the [lack of] technology. Eventually, I started to actually see things. Deer, turkey, all sorts of not-in-season stuff. It seems the more I enjoy it, the more it just falls into place. Can’t give you some scientific rational, just how it happened for me.

In terms of shooting, it’s actually the same. I have read many books on instinctive shooting. They are great and written by excellent archers. But they are not for me. The days I do best on the range are when I just show up and don’t give a hoot. I just pull back, hit my anchor and let go. No, I am not hitting elk at 187 yards, but I am hitting the target.

I am rambling, so I will leave it at “just have fun”. I don’t know what else to say. Since you were in the military, I assume you fired an M16. Not the most customizable weapon, but once you got the fundamentals, you could at least hit the pop-up. I’m gonna say, same with a bow. Unless you get a custom that is made specifically for you and your hand/grip, I don’t think you will ever have one that is “just right”.

Again, still rambling, so good luck. I am sure there are people here on this forum that will be able to give you outstanding advice. I have asked many questions, and I always get a lot of food for thought.

Take care,

Alex

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in reply to: Caroline & David Petersen #39382

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Dave,

I was never good with words, so all I can do is acknowledge that your sorrow is felt by many. Your story (you and Caroline) is one that epitomizes love, for each other, for each other’s interests and views, for life together. In a world when “love” is measured by how many carats you have on your finger, you flipped the proverbial bird at the main-stream and persevered where many others fail. This door is not en exit, simply an entrance to some place else. Good luck. I do not envy you your next hunt.

Respectfully,

Alex

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in reply to: Bows on the Big Screen #15163

Wow! Talk about “Kids, don’t try this at home”! Awesome video. Thanks. I love the frying pan where the narrator says “… modern bow…”. Really?

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in reply to: Bows on the Big Screen #14083

tkohlhorst wrote: Check for Killing Season on Netflix…..its a fun one plus a couple fun shoots

Ah, yes, forgot that one. Travolta and De Niro. It didn’t get good reviews, but like you said, it’s a fun one.

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in reply to: an about time article #14009

OK, I guess I will add my $0.02.

First, the article was good, but I would like to see the “studies” it refers to in order to judge for myself (lies, damned lies and statistics…). Not saying they aren’t there, just saying that one person’s interpretation of something may not be the same as another’s.

Next, one huge question here (at least for me) is “What is baiting?”

Obviously a pile of corn in the middle of the woods would qualify. But how about this example:

Here in PA we can bait, but cannot hunt on any property within 30 days of that bait being removed. BUT, planting a food plot is NOT considered baiting. So, I plan a few food plots, fence them and take the fence down a few days prior to the season opener. Illegal? Nope! Immoral? Probably. But is it baiting?

How about a food plot with no fence?

I understand that many are rolling their eyes while reading this and would be quick to quote “common sense”, but one thing I have found about common sense is that it’s not all too common.

Another example I could use is sitting in your spot (stand, blind, whatever) and having lunch. You eat an apple you packed for yourself. You chuck the core into the woods knowing darn-well that it’s not littering. It will quickly be eaten or broken down and will become a part of nature just like any wild apple falling from a branch. But did you just bait? No? Well how about 2 apples? 3? What’s the limit?

And yet another thing to think about would be, is digging a pond in the middle of the dessert to attract every animal within 25 miles considered “baiting”? Is there a difference between “active” and “passive” baiting?

I am not trying to convince anyone of anything, just opening the discussion up a bit. I usually love playing “devil’s advocate”, but not to be disrespectful, only because I could never accept absolutes. I could never accept “never” or “always”.

Anyway, curious to hear what others think.

Be well,

Alex

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in reply to: trail cameras #13973

blacktail wrote: what do you guys use for trail cameras..it seems pritty hard there is so many kinds…so far i am look at ones that take clear pics and how many feet..any info would be good…thanks john

John,

Here is a past thread dealing with this same topic that may be of help: https://www.tradbow.com/members/cfmbb/messages.cfm?threadid=AB80EC00-1422-1DE9-EDC96BCC24EA9DD1

Another one that is more on the “sillier” side is: https://www.tradbow.com/members/cfmbb/messages.cfm?threadid=96E6CDD7-1422-1DE9-ED59CDB2B9196790

Hope some of that helps.

Be well,

Alex

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in reply to: Bows on the Big Screen #13947

Happened to catch a new[er] series on Netflix called “Arrow”. Pretty much a superhero flick (?based on “Green Arrow”?). Nice thing is, he uses a recurve. Even beats the “bad guy” who’s a compound shooter. Pretty neat little series. Got through Season 1. Season 2 costs $, so I’ll wait until it’s free. 😉

Otherwise, liked the shot at the apple in the pig’s mouth in “Hunger Games”.

“War of the Arrows” definitely had its moments. Especially love the 2# broadhead. How’s that for FOC? 😆 I’d love to find out the spine on that arrow.

I have yet to see the “original” Robin Hood. I’d love to see Howard Hill shoot.

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in reply to: ghostblind, anyone have any experience with this portable blind? #29310

Fallguy wrote: The hiding part is easy it is the shooting part that gets difficult with blinds.

No experience, but have thought about getting one for quite a while. Problem is, as has already been said here, all the pictures I see on their website are of the blind. Very few are of someone at full draw sitting behind the blind.

I think the biggest advantage this blind offers is that you can sit in the middle of a wide-open field and still have some degree of concealment (like I always imagined hunting antelope would be, but I have never hunted them, so I don’t have a clue). I tried the “natural” blind thing, and I am just no good at it. Besides, it’s illegal at times here in PA. So, for now, I am sticking to the tree stands. The added benefit of them is that with my ADD, I tend to get up every 5 minutes. At least in a tree I am forced to sit for at least 10 minutes before I climb down to re-adjust, clear some brush, check my shooting lane, oh look, a rabbit… 😆

Be well,

Alex

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in reply to: What ya got goin? #28116

Wow, great picture. I totally agree that the fog adds to the “mood”. Just knowing he’s out there waiting for you must be unbearable. Definitely would love an update at the end of the season. 😀

Be well,

Alex

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in reply to: Just a thought (on technology)… #26183

Thanks all for the reply. I mentioned this elsewhere and it turns out I am not the first to think of this. There is another archery / hunting site (won’t mention names, but someone sent me a link) that did an entire article on this very thing (FLIR to be exact). 😕

Just to clarify, I am ONLY talking about GETTING TO AND FROM YOUR HUNTING SPOT and RECOVERING GAME. Not once did I even question using NVGs or FLIR to actually hunt. I am pretty sure that would be considered poaching in just about every state. 👿

Well, since I don’t want to stir the pot (or poke the skunk, or however the saying goes) too much this early in the year, I’ll save the “how trad is trad” post for another time. Hope everyone is having a good new year so far.

Be well,

Alex

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in reply to: Just a thought (on technology)… #23952

LOL! 😆 😆 😆

Great points. I actually love walking in the dark, but like Fallguy said, those pesky branches right at eye level are a pain. R2, as long as you hold 3-under, your anchor would stay the same 😛 (that’s me trying to sound like I know something, I don’t 😉 ). ColMike, yeah, you’re right. If I am ever handed NVGs, deer will be the last thing on my mind. Only used them once in basic, hope to never use them again (for their intended purpose). 1Shot, true that red filter really does the job (and costs about $10 with a flashlight, versus $500+ for even the cheapest FLIR). Anyway, have a great New Year everyone. Got a cold one in hand raising a toast to all of you for a happy, healthy and safe new year.

Na Zdarovia!!!

Alex

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