Frustrating year so far...

[NatureBoy]

It's been a frustrating year for me so far. I've had 4 encounters with decent bucks, but all just after or just before shooting light. Have had lots of little guys in close. Had a bobcat, 2 fisher cats, a bloated raccoon and lots of does come through. But not one shooter buck . On Tuesday my friend told me, "Why don't you take a doe; you'll feel better." So I took his advice today and took the largest doe out of a group of 3 mature does and 3 fawns that came through. One doe had two fawns, one had one. The biggest doe had none, which suited me just fine. I do feel better that there is meat in the freezer again. But I must confess I'm frustrated. Hope this makes you other guys that are feeling the pain feel a little better.

[Treejunkie]

Hang in there. I am too but in 30 seconds your whole season can change. I am off tomorrow and plan on hunting all weekend. Keep a positive attitude.

[huntinnurse]

A good friend told me this, "Every 5 minutes it's a brand new hunt." ANd it is. Hang in ther, keep positive thoughts, and learn something from every encounter and trip afield and you will have a wonderful season. Whether you get the buck or not.