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| Posted: 23 May 2008 3:21 PM | ||
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My 2008 turkey season has been interesting to say the least. I originally though that if I put in the time, and really paid attention to what I was doing, I would be rewarded well for my efforts.
In 2007, I hunted weeks B-D, and G. I hunted 2 days a week and had someone else do my calling for me. I ended up with 2 birds. In 2008, I hunted weeks A-E, and G. I have hunted pretty much 5 days a week and have done all of my owen calling. Again, I ended up with 2 birds. So, where are my rewards ? ? ? My rewards I have learned are more than just something I can physically touch. My rewards are the experiences I have had, the knowledge I have obtained, and the confidence I have gained, not only in my skills as a hunter, but in myself as well and also in finding a comfortabless in my own skin and with who I am. My reward is having seen a beautful sunrise with the dew glistening upon the fields. My reward is hearing countless gobbles on numerous mornings and seeing many birds, even though I missed a few. My reward is being able to identify a hen calling in the distance. My reward is knowing that I can sneak up on a bird, not that any of mine were taken that way, but I do know now that I can do it. My reward is having been able to walk up on many deer in several fields and I have been snorted from only yards away in the darkness. My reward is knowing now that male turkey poop looks like Mr Twirley Ice Cream. My reward is being able to call in a hen. My reward is being able to spot turkeys in a field at farther and farther distances. My reward is having had a squirrel cling to a tree several feet away from me and tilt his head, as I am sitting there in full camo, trying to figure out exectly what I am. My reward is having called in a Peacock. My reward is having seen a fawn only several hours old. My reward is having learned from the mistakes I have made. My reward is having made new friends in the process this season. My reward is having had a hen stand 3 yards in front of me and a tom roost directly above my head. My reward is knowing I have the courage and strength to do the right thing when faced with a difficult situation. My reward is having learned just how much determination I really do have. So, you see, the same number of birds, but countless rewards and many amazing memories. I may even go out next week and try to shoot a bird . . . with my camera. I really had a fantastic turkey season. Thank you all for sharing it with me. __________________ Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, Diet Coke in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO HOO what a ride!" - Maxine
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| Posted: 23 May 2008 3:41 PM | ||
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| Great Post and Congrats on your Turkey Season! | ||
| Posted: 23 May 2008 3:43 PM | ||
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Thank you for sharing with us. I'm sure we all look forward to reading about your exploits. Sounds like an incredible season. __________________ The 4 seasons - Almost Summer, Summer, Still Summer and Hunting Season
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| Posted: 23 May 2008 4:23 PM | ||
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Great season. Good luck fishing. __________________ "I'M YOUR HUCKLEBERRY"
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| Posted: 23 May 2008 5:28 PM | ||
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Great Season you had and a diehard at that and learned alotThanks for all the great stories
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| Posted: 23 May 2008 5:34 PM | ||
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| U had a great season. But New York has 3 days left, not over yet. | ||
| Posted: 23 May 2008 5:51 PM | ||
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New York has 3 days left Oh My Goodness, where can I get a permit? Where are the state lands in New York? Who wants to go with me? How long will it take me to get to work from New York? Just joking . . .  __________________ Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, Diet Coke in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO HOO what a ride!" - Maxine
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| Posted: 23 May 2008 6:12 PM | ||
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You've been bitten.....BAD...
But thats a good thing ! __________________ <- <- <- <- ~ <- <- <- <-
I'd rather be working.........a Bird! 
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| Posted: 23 May 2008 7:36 PM | ||
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i am glade that you had a good season. and that was a great story, good luck with shooting the birds with the camera. good luck in the fishing season. __________________ Semper Fi
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| Posted: 23 May 2008 7:41 PM | ||
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Hunting is about the whole experience. Not just the kill!!
you had a great season __________________ >>>>----> NJH Pro Staffer.
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| Posted: 23 May 2008 7:57 PM | ||
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Your awesome Ms. Grit __________________ Member UBNJ
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| Posted: 23 May 2008 9:16 PM | ||
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| Posted: 23 May 2008 10:48 PM | ||
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Your hardcore girl.
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| Posted: 24 May 2008 5:14 AM | ||
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It sounds like you live in a great turkey area and got so much out of it.
There is nothing like being out to feel and see darkness turn to morning. Nothing. __________________ Helping deer go up the food chain since 1979.
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| Posted: 24 May 2008 7:05 AM | ||
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There is nothing like being out to feel and see darkness turn to morning The ironic thing is that I have NEVER been a morning person. It usually takes me walking around stupid for an hour to be fully awake and I've always joked that I would trade my soul to the devil for just 10 more minutes of sleep in the morning. I am late for work every day regardless, but yet for the important things, like hunting and fishing, I am up and ready and excited to go each and every time __________________ Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, Diet Coke in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO HOO what a ride!" - Maxine
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| Posted: 24 May 2008 9:43 AM | ||
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Robin, thanks for sharing your experiences with us and I look forward to many more.
Nature is awesome in so many ways. __________________ My handle is not my aim. I'm a C 4-5 Quadriplegic who uses a converted crossbow.
Feel free to email me - SCIQuad96@aol.com - I'm always in need for some shooting & hunting help. |
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