[Patrick]

in reply to: Lock on Treestands #22042

If I were buying a tree stand, it’d be a Lone Wolf, such as the one you’ve referenced. I’ve used about every tree stand under the sun (figuratively and literally), from the home made brutes my dad made, to tripods, which technically, aren’t tree stands, but you get my point. The ones my dad made were just a platform to stand on, so we’d have to stand the entire time. No chance of falling asleep in those babies!

How about the Lone Wolf Alpha Tech F1? You could still add additional cushioning to it if you desired.

[Patrick]

in reply to: The Hammock Seat #21522

That’s a relief! I figured there had to be something I was missing. Either that or you guys just don’t need to get as close as I do. 😆

[Patrick]

in reply to: The Hammock Seat #21492

Based on recommendations here, I bought one. It arrived today, and the first thing I noticed was how incredibly noisy the material is! 😯

[Patrick]

in reply to: Target Panic #19904

Oh how I can relate. I even completely stopped shooting for quite a while because I was getting so frustrated. You are right on the money when you say it’s exhausting. It really is!

[Patrick]

in reply to: Target Panic #19831

I just picked up a copy of the “Ironmind Archery Systems DVD: Target Panic and Shot Control Clinic”, and it’s great. He truly understands the root of the problem. Interestingly, I now understand why I don’t have a problem when shooting firearms. 💡

[Patrick]

in reply to: Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Lifetime Membership Payment Plan #18759

Stix wrote: That’s what I did 2 years back. $55/month for 18 months. Now you get a Kimber pistol. I got a Helle knife

Well, that’s a pleasant surprise! I didn’t think I get anything by choosing the payment plan option.

[Patrick]

in reply to: A Few Days in the Wilderness #18226

Love the pics!

eidsvolling wrote: we have a monster acorn crop in New England this year.

Same here! (in Michigan)

[Patrick]

in reply to: The Running Woodsman #18218

[I hope Clay doesn’t mind me changing the title. I have run into this thread a few times lately and the observation below got me to thinking about resurrecting this oldie but goody from the dead.]

Sunday morning, on my long walk back to my hunting spot, it was dead still. At 28 degrees, a hard frost covered everything not under a heavy canopy. My absolute favorite whitetail hunting weather! As I sat in my blind, the falling leaves from the maple and beech trees made it sound as though there was a constant light rain. I sat and listened to this from around 7:30AM – 9:45AM, and then nothing. They stopped falling. A light breeze with a bit of a gust every now and then had even picked up. Even during the gusts, the leaves were falling at a much, much slower rate…practically nothing. This still has me intrigued.

[Patrick]

in reply to: My Trad Bowhunting season is (not) over! #17263

It’s tough losing an animal, but it happens. After taking everyone else’s advice, you’ve calmed down, and regained perspective…saw the compound in half. 😉

[Patrick]

in reply to: Nonresidents and Wilderness #13214

Interesting conversation, as I’m also in the beginning stages of planning a similar hunt.

[Patrick]

in reply to: Tents #59533

paleoman wrote: I just “ate it” for a Montana Canvas Range tent. Will be on the “Yooper Peninsula” here in Michigan for at least a week in a few. Want the warmth of canvas to return to.

Good luck! Love the UP.

Smithhammer wrote: I ended up getting a Seek Outside 6-person tipi and woodstove last spring. The entire setup weighs < 10lbs.

I like that a lot. Hadn’t heard of that company before.

[Patrick]

in reply to: 2014 Hunting #59529

Sunday morning I had a little four or six point come in. Just as I started my draw when he was about 15 yards from me, he busted me, and leaped back about 5 yards. Then proceeded to walk casually through brush, as if he knew he was just out of harms way (because of the brush, not the distance). 😥

The season has just begun though. 😀

[Patrick]

in reply to: New Buffalo Bow #59510

tailfeather wrote: …the pics really don’t do it justice.

That’s a beauty, even with the unjust pics. 😉

[Patrick]

in reply to: Neck Knife #58608

R2 wrote: Ha! Patrick I’m showing my age uh. 😀 You knew my wires were crossed. 😳

Nice knife by the way.

My wires are always crossed. 🙂

And thanks!

Doc Nock wrote: if this thread is still around in a couple weeks, when I get moved, maybe then…? LOL:lol:8)

I’ll keep it active for ya. 😉

Smithhammer wrote: My other neck knife, and probably the most useful small fixed blade I own – a Bark River “Mini Canadian:”

You like the handle on that Mini-Canadian, Smithhammer?

I wore my knife all weekend long. Only removed it to sleep. It’s very comfortable. Barely even realize I’m wearing it. That’s saying a lot considering I’ve never wore a neck knife before! Luckily the 4mm leather cord arrive on Friday. Looks much better than the paracord. The sheath is absolutely perfect.

[Patrick]

in reply to: Tents #55706

Any other brand recommendations for wall tents?

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