RE: Best Learned Lessons...
ROTFLMAO! These stories are great and are only funny because I have had similar experiences. One year got out of my stand because of stomach problems, went home, took care of it, came back and there was a huge rub 3 feet from my stand... no kidding. I also shot under a really nice 10 point because I thought I remembered how far the tree he was next to was from my tree. I've also forgot my release and missed an opportunity. The worst was when I drew on a really nice 8-point when I was about 12 and the arrow fell off the rest. All I could do was let down, which alerted the buck, who ran like his butt was on fire. So in summary: eatwell before a hunt, range everything and put out markers if possible, double checkgear before leaving, and make sure your arrow ison the rest properly before a deer shows up. I could go on, but it is making me laugh too hard.