BarredOwl I'm with you. I really honestly feel if everyone would try hunting this way they would be so surprised how much they enjoyed it. You don't need a huge wall hanger to have a true trophy that you are really proud of. In my zone in Michigan gun season is shotgun only which was a bit of a challenge. Now they allowed a new round that's advertised as a 300yard whitetail hunter. It's selling of the shelf. I guess that's ok but the hunt then just becomes for that big rack and they aren't happy with anything else. I hunt because I enjoy the hunt and I doubt I'd enjoy shooting a 14 point B&C at 300 yards as much as I enjoyed shooting this 4 point with my own bow I made from 9 paces. Just my opinion nothing against the big 14 point 300 yard shot. I know that requires skill to it's just not for me. It can be hard to watch those animals just a little out of my comfort range, but it is great entertainment and a great learning opportunity. Happy Hunting to all whatever your method, and thanks again for all the help and encouragement that helped me get to this spot.
Bjrogg