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| Tweet Topic Started: Dec 13 2011, 06:33 PM (123 Views) | |
| scottrott | Dec 13 2011, 06:33 PM Post #1 |
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After a few subtle hints at a friendly function, I knew my associate would like to have a chance at viewing the elusive Whitetail up close. He had recently been on a work contract to the Nunavut and enjoyed learning the Inuit traditions and their customs. While in the Arctic he was able to harvest his first Woodland Caribou and in turn supply the Elders in the community with meat for the long winter ahead. He now had a thirst to learn more about wildlife in our own community and I could see the fire in his eyes as we discussed his adventures. I gave him a call and let him know that I planned on taking a walk on Saturday morning and wondered if he was interested in tagging along. I did not know what to expect and did not know if he would have the proper gear to stay warm for the long sit in a windy tree. Regardless the plan was made and I told him to be at my house for 6 am and to dress warm. After a restless sleep the alarm clock rang. As I made my way to the kitchen I could see the faint glow of tail lights on the road in front of my house. It was 5:20 am and my friend was there ready to go on our walk. As I chuckled to myself, I invited him inside the house. We headed to my stand and tried to remain as silent as possible. With the dull illumination of the early sunrise, his eyes were busy glassing with the Bushnells. The fields were saturated and the wind seemed to carry our light whispers in the right direction. I had bleet called a couple of times but with not much was stirring. I suggested that maybe it was time we made some noise. He looked at me in a puzzled looked as though I wanted him to talk, until I pulled out my Rattle Pack. I rattled for about 30 seconds and put my rattle down. Just then I noticed movement to the south of our stand. A buck was responding to our call and was headed right towards us down the fence row. I had brought along my video camera but as I put down the rattle I seemed to bury the camera in my bag. There was no time to dig for it and I knocked my Cobra release on the waxy string. The deer was almost to the opening. Do I draw my bow I wonder in suspense? As the buck takes his next step I draw and at that moment he turns his body as though to walk in a direct line towards our tree. In fear of not having the ideal broadside shot any longer, I realize that it is either now or never. I release the arrow out of my Martin Cheetah Compound bow and with the solid thump the buck rears and dashes. We can see him cross an opening about 200 yards to the West. With anticipation heightened, we decide to let the deer sit for an hour before going to find it. Through the tall foliage it is hard to tell where he has laid down. After a quick call home, I text my friends that are also out for a walk this morning. They agree to wait and will soon be out to help us find the buck. As we approach the tall grasses, the trail is solid and we know that he must be close. As my friends arrive, they look for a shallow place to cross the ditch and sure enough they alert us that the deer is laying in the waterway. High fives all around and some pictures were taken. What an exhilarating morning. It was not long and the deer was loaded on the ATV and headed to the truck. The Tundra that instilled more than a placed of employment for Michael, had now given him the opportunity to experience our heritage right in his home town. I think it is safe to say that Michael will be hooked and soon be wandering around the woods in hopes of seeing the Elusive Whitetail. ![]() ![]()
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| Swamp Buck | Dec 13 2011, 06:44 PM Post #2 |
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Sounds like a great hunt! Nice buck, congrats! |
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| newham | Dec 13 2011, 07:13 PM Post #3 |
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The smile on his face says it all.Nice buck and you were able to share that moment with a friend that Im sure will be telling the story over and over to his friends.GREAT JOB!!!
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| bowhunter-57 | Dec 13 2011, 07:19 PM Post #4 |
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Congrats on a very nice looking buck,great story,I'm sure your friend will never forget that morning.
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| Goose smasher | Dec 13 2011, 08:47 PM Post #5 |
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Great story! Great pics! Great deer! Congrats on a well earned trophy! Goose smasher |
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| coon | Dec 13 2011, 09:01 PM Post #6 |
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cool story, congrats! |
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| scottrott | Dec 13 2011, 10:06 PM Post #7 |
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Thanks for all the comments - - It was fun, glad he was able join, I also heard he has already been shopping for a xbow, one more hooked on our crazy passion. |
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| Perchdrifter | Dec 13 2011, 10:22 PM Post #8 |
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WTG,,,congratulations and great story!! |
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| deermagnet | Dec 14 2011, 07:43 PM Post #9 |
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Congrats !!! Great read |
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Congrats on a very nice looking buck,great story,I'm sure your friend will never forget that morning.


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