If You Have To Ask, The Answer is "NO!"
Every Saturday, I will be giving you some helpful tips while hunting in our great outdoors from Buckmasters.
We've all heard horror stories of wounded deer, and bow hunters in particular are prone to be the subject of these sad tales. The real statistics show that wounded deer are far less common than stories indicate, but a common theme of many of these stories is that the shooter took an "iffy" shot -- maybe the distance was a little too far or maybe the shooting window wasn't clear.
It doesn't matter. There's one simple way to know if you should hold that shot and let the deer walk: If there is ANY doubt in your mind whatsoever, don't shoot. It's that simple. We all can get caught up in the excitement, so listen to yourself and watch for these key thoughts: "I wonder if it's too far?"; "I think I can get a shot through there"; "If I don't shoot now I won't get another chance"; etc. Unless you're thinking, "This deer is mine," let him walk. If you haven't spooked him, he'll be back and you'll have a chance on another day.
Words of wisdom, Marian!
ReplyDeleteI hunt ducks more than anything else, but I've found that waiting for those good shots really pays - and taking an iffy shot doesn't, whether it's because you miss and waste a shell, or wound and lose the bird, wasting a life.
Yes, words of wisdom for sure...always good to see you come by for a visit. Need get by and see you real soon. Like you new profile pic! :)
ReplyDeleteThat is an excellent tip from Buckmasters. I'm very particular about my shots, and I get picked on about it from time to time. And I haven't shot as many deer as some of the other guys, but I haven't wounded many either.
ReplyDeleteAnd thanks for the link.