One of the things that is usually a sure tip that the deer hunter you are talking to is a newbie or a poser is when he gets to talking about distance. A few years ago, I had a guy come up from Georgia to help with an install here … Continue reading →
Near Neave, KY 01 March, 2008 0923 ET Tom T. Hall “A Headstone for Harry” playing on the audio stream — World Wide Blugrass Network. The big addition to Turkey Camp this year: A Verizon Air Card– broadband speed off the cell towers. I can now hit my favorite forums … Continue reading →
You remember Dr. Suess, right? My kids always wanted to know what was in WhoHash. I used to tell them: first you start with a freshly cleaned hoo. . . Finally, I had to divulge my recipe: 1 15oz Can Corned Beef Hash 1 lb venison sausage (venison/pork) Salt and … Continue reading →
I finally got around to copying KYHillChick’s Elizabethan recipe for roasted venison. Supposedly this was Henry VIII’s favorite meal. Views: 1 Related posts: Henry VIII’s Favorite Dish — Venison Roast Shamanic Venison Goetta Venison Jerky Taking the Venison for a Walk in the Snow Venison for the dogs Adventures … Continue reading →
I’ve only had turkeys in the blind with me a couple of times, and I’ll tell you that it makes for a very cramped situation. . . . oh, nevermind. I try my best to hunt out of a blind. When I’m out scouting in March, I’ll find a few … Continue reading →
I seldom see a blood trail within 30 yards of the shot, despite a lot of close range shots that take out the heart and lungs. However, most of my deer don’t go very far. About half fall within my sight or just DRT. The remainder run, but not all … Continue reading →
For years now, I have been hearing about this Evolution of the Hunter. It just sticks in my craw. I do not think they have it right. According to the theory, hunters go through a series of steps. At first they want shooting opportunities. Next, they start looking to place … Continue reading →
You’re probably not going to hear this all that often, but I just wanted to thank all you Kentucky folks for letting me come deer hunt in your state. I am a born and bred Buckeye. I have hunted deer since the early 80’s and I have to say that … Continue reading →
I caught myself counting the months to turkey season this morning on the way to work. I like how this works. Four months of getting ready. Two months of doing it. Four months of getting ready, etc. I’d never really thought of it before. That’s comforting. Deer, Turkey, Deer, Turkey, … Continue reading →
I would like to discuss with you the sport of not-hunting. I do not mean not hunting, as in staying on the couch and watching football. I mean actively not-hunting. I know– my head is spinning too. However, if I explain a little more you probably will know what I … Continue reading →
Last night, Friday Night, we didn’t go to the farm. We’re not squirrel hunting. We’re not deer hunting. We’re not painting the sheds. We’re not driving to Mount Olivet for dead fried chicken. Friday night Moose wanted to stay in town and go to his high school football game. He’s … Continue reading →
I remember this same discussion over bass many years ago. The question was this: It used to be a sawed-off teaspoon would catch bass. What happened to those bass? Why won’t they bite a sawed-off teaspoon any more? In largemouth bass there is no room for culture. Big bass don’t … Continue reading →
I’ve got stuff still from 1982. My sons are wearing the stuff I started out with. You replace them when they stop doing the job. Some things I’ve learned over the years: 1) Rotate your clothes. To keep scent down, I always have one or more changes for the weekend … Continue reading →
