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Post by hunthard4 on Oct 1, 2014 19:09:29 GMT -5
I had only been in the stand for an hour tonight. I jumper a doe right under my stand as I walked in. Hour passed and not even 30 yards away stands a big 10 pointer. He got nervous and was thinking better of where decided to eat acorns. I drew back stopped him settled my pin and shot. Got down and found my arrow......nothing. Not blood or hair. I've never had a shot this earlier in the season at a big buck let alone October 1st. He blew twice about 50 yards away. I did everything right except make the shot. Any idea of how long it could take before he feels comfortable again. I was shocked to see him at 640. Guess I just wasn't ready. Maybe next time.
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Post by bart1533 on Oct 1, 2014 19:26:27 GMT -5
Not sure how long it takes..just depends on the deer. Its still early in the season.I personally would just let this go. And go at it just like u did today. A miss just happens..even to the best of them. Good luck u will get'em.
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Post by hunthard4 on Oct 1, 2014 19:37:04 GMT -5
Thanks bart1533. Dad says the same thing. Just can't believe I blew a great opportunity. Thanks again.
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Post by Woody Williams on Oct 1, 2014 20:05:37 GMT -5
Not sure how long it takes..just depends on the deer. Its still early in the season.I personally would just let this go. And go at it just like u did today. A miss just happens..even to the best of them. Good luck u will get'em. ^^^^ THIS There worse things ...like a wound. Get back on the horse.. |
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Post by hunthard4 on Oct 1, 2014 20:23:33 GMT -5
Just had a lengthy conversation was dad. He said the same. Got another spot that works with a SE wind so I, thinking that's where I'll head tomorrow after work. Thanks guys for the comments. I'll get over it. Wounding it would've made me feel worse. He wasn't hit and may forget in a week. I'll be in the spot that I have him on trail cam tomorrow night. 400 yards from where I missed him tonight.
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Post by tynimiller on Oct 2, 2014 10:09:34 GMT -5
Wait a sec....640am? Is that when you took the shot?
As for the return it has been stated truly depends on deer...some will never been seen again...others have circled back the same day. Keep hunting smart and don't press or push odds just in hopes of him again.
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Post by hunthard4 on Oct 2, 2014 11:09:05 GMT -5
Pm. Unless I had night vision I think 640 am would be difficult and illegal.
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Post by 36fan on Oct 2, 2014 11:57:46 GMT -5
It sounds like you startled him...but if he only ran 50 yds, stopped, and was blowing, there is a chance you'll see him again. I would be more worried if he bolted and didn't stop.
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Post by mstr2175 on Oct 2, 2014 12:09:58 GMT -5
Pm. Unless I had night vision I think 640 am would be difficult and illegal. Unless you were on central time. Either way, it was opening day, so there is plenty of time left in the season...you won't know unless you keep going out to sit. Good luck! |
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Post by ridgerunner on Oct 2, 2014 19:48:48 GMT -5
That's bowhunting..Keep on keeping on...hunt hard and it will happen.. We all miss
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Post by johnc911 on Oct 3, 2014 3:33:37 GMT -5
I think the whole you scared the deer away from an area is crap. He is probably in the same area right now !!
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Post by hunthard4 on Oct 3, 2014 5:21:33 GMT -5
I'd love to agree with that. But I know the big ones don't get big by being stupid.
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Post by DEERTRACKS on Oct 3, 2014 5:34:58 GMT -5
BTDT! You'll see him again!
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