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Post by michaeladkins on Jan 5, 2012 12:14:24 GMT -5
Thanks for the info. I had read the barrel wasn't very good in the earlier versions either. Sounds like they really beefed this baby up. Also, I have not found it this cheap anywhere. Normally it is $100 more than what they are asking. Time will tell. I have read that testing different sabots and powder is needed since it may shoot different with different sabots. This is my first ML, so I have a lot to learn.
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Post by michaeladkins on Jan 5, 2012 10:46:46 GMT -5
I found what I think is a good deal on a new CVA Optima with Bushnell scope. It is going for $249. Do you think this is a good deal and right now is a decent time to buy one? I was thinking buy it now so I have plenty of time to get out and practice. I am pretty much dead set on the optima. I have read just about everything you can possibly read on it and they are found to be solid guns.
Thanks for your thoughts. Mike
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 27, 2011 20:29:06 GMT -5
Congrats on the doe. I am hoping to join you and get one Saturday.
Mike
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 20, 2011 16:45:23 GMT -5
Man I do sound like a grinch.. HA HA. I don't mean to be. Merry Christmas.
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 20, 2011 13:42:01 GMT -5
Yeah, se is a beauty. That was my first deer. I am not sure what she weighed, but it was a blast. Thanks for saying something about it. I think about it daily. :-)
I actually watched her and her little ones play prior to shooting her. That sounds sad. I was up in Michigan this last weekend looking for the buck that tried to have his way with her after she was gone. That was cool to watch too.
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 20, 2011 12:33:18 GMT -5
This is so sick. I can't stand hearing about crap like this. A lot of underhanded polical stuff going on.
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 20, 2011 12:12:58 GMT -5
It was a joke about the all lies. The cards tend to be cheesy, that is all.
I think a lot of this question of cards depends on your era. I kind of grew up on the early end of technology and I work in the tech field as a programmer, so I tend to think that way. I agree a personal note is nice, but who says you can't write it in an e-card. Or simply just write a email (letter) stating what you have learned throughout the year.
With all the talks of post offices closing down, it seems like it really is a matter of time before most letters are sent electronically. However I am kind of torn about thank you cards. I do like receiving a card after giving a wedding gift. That is kind of nice.
We still put out a card every year for Christmas, but that is pretty much it. Most of my family is the same way.
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 20, 2011 11:48:28 GMT -5
Not just Christmas cards, but all cards. A quick email saying what you need is sufficient. I have said this for years, that is why my wife doesn't get me a card and I don't get her one. THEY ARE ALL LIES ANYWAY!!! HA.
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 20, 2011 10:13:09 GMT -5
I have an answer from a DNR guy about what is going on at ECP. This is interesting, we may have a hunt in our future. Thank you Mr. Pankhurst
Mike
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Thank you for your question regarding the Park's deer population. The deer overpopulation has been a longstanding concern of the Eagle Creek Park Foundation Citizens Advisory Committee. As you are perhaps aware, the Foundation is a volunteer organization established to raise money for unfunded park Projects. The Citizens Advisory Committee is a standing committee of the Foundation, was formed in 1974, and provides citizen input to Park's management regarding issues and concerns affecting the Park.
There is considerable scientific data demonstrating the Park is carrying too high a population of deer for the general health of the Park's ecosystem, including the deer themselves. Unfortunately taking action is not a simple matter. Hunting is proscribed in the Park by City Ordinances, requiring the City legislature to become involved before a hunt can be approved and initiated. Stating the obvious, the killing of deer in the Park will be an emotional topic. Few people take pleasure in the thought of killing beautiful animals that Park visitors enjoy watching. However general acceptance of the necessity of culls in State Parks, a heightened general awareness of the number of animals being killed on roads around the Park with the serious danger to motorists, and the significant ecological damage to the park's flora and fauna leads us to hope that it may now be possible to overcome the legislative and emotional barriers. State Parks have considerable experience with deer culls, and Indy Parks is in communication with specialists from Indiana Department of Natural Resources, regarding the practical aspects of a deer hunt. It is anticipated that discussions with the appropriate City administrative and legislative bodies will take place during the first quarter of 2012. A frequently asked question is wether some form of birth control would be adequate to control the excess deer population. Experts in the field are unequivocal that the only effective way of reducing deer overpopulation at this time is with a carefully controlled hunt.
Michael, thank you for expressing your concerns, and I hope this answers your immediate questions. Please feel free to contact me if you have additional questions. The support of concerned citizens will be extremely important if this issue is to be dealt with in a constructive and timely manner.
John Pankhurst
Chair, Eagle Creek Park Foundation Citizens Advisory Committee
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 18, 2011 19:52:29 GMT -5
Great write up. I enjoyed reading them.
Mike
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 18, 2011 19:31:00 GMT -5
That's a lot of fun! I see some squirrel stew in your future!
Mike
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 13, 2011 19:34:10 GMT -5
I heard back from Indy.gov today. This is what the email said. Mike ----------------------- Hi Michael, Thank you for your email. The Eagle Creek Park Foundation is currently researching the overpopulation of deer at the park and considering options. We will also be working closely with the Indiana Dept. of Natural Resources regarding any measures we make take. Please let me know if you have any more questions. Sincerely, Jennifer McGilvray Public Information Officer / Indy Parks City of Indianapolis Department of Parks & Recreation City-County Building 200 E. Washington St., Suite 2301 Indianapolis, IN 46204 Jennifer.McGilvray@indy.gov P: (317) 327-7035 C: (317) 442-7578 www.indy.gov/parks - e-Newsletter - Facebook - Twitter
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 11, 2011 14:14:22 GMT -5
So when's the party??? Ha! Sounds like you are set for a couple months.
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 11, 2011 10:00:15 GMT -5
Great looking buck. Congrats!
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 10, 2011 19:37:01 GMT -5
I live at 56th and Dandy trail, I can see the entrance to Eagle Creek park from my back porch. So needless to say I drive by the park often. I have noticed many dead deer along the road over the last couple weeks/days. Now these are not huge deer but deer none the less.
I have an opinion of why this might be, but I am really new to this stuff, so I might be off. My first thought was the park was overcrowded with deer, so the young need to find food closer to the road and often off the park property. I have deer in my back yard daily, so aim certain they are leaving to eat. So if the park is overcrowded, why wouldn't they consider a reduction hunt??? My buddy who grew up in brownsburg said this has been a huge problem for 20+ years. He said they even went as far as putting reflectors along the wood line to keep them from entering the roadway.
If people agree and think it is an overcrowding issue, I can start a petition and try to get a reduction hunt. It would be my first petition, not real sure how effective they are!
Mike
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 8, 2011 19:59:22 GMT -5
I hunted over a friends gut pile grime the morning last weekend, it didn't make a bit of difference. I hope to hunt over another one tomorrow afternoon from the morning. ;-)
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 7, 2011 7:39:43 GMT -5
After reading on hagshouse, i have found there are several people who have hacked the w80. They say the only issue is the flash, and a slave flash would be needed. I may try it without the slave flash at first, I don't know that night pictures really help other than being nice to look at.
I will post back soon! Thanks for the info pastor.
Mike
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 6, 2011 20:06:31 GMT -5
Wow. That boy is large. Congrats!
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 6, 2011 20:02:45 GMT -5
I guess I am already hooked on the idea of making one of these guys. I just purchased a Sony W80 for $40 shipped on Craigslist. Time will tell if it was a waste of money or not. Now to determine which setup I want to go with. I am thinking about the ss2 board.
If anyone has any tips or know of better boards and configurations, I would be happy to hear about them.
Mike
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Post by michaeladkins on Dec 2, 2011 15:24:44 GMT -5
Congrats. Nice story and buck. Keep the stories coming.
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