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08-27-2006 | 12:10 AM

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Matt in IL

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From: Northern IL

RE: First annual: Let's not post non recovery...

One word.....

WAIT

Year after year, I always see this. Not on the forums, but in person. People tend to rush finding the deer. In all fairness, even if you can see it go down, please give it respect and let it be.

Also, even if you KNOW 100% where the deer is, please still find and follow the blood trail. Especially for the learning experience. I like to see how my deer is bleeding out, any signs of hair, be it white, corse, smooth, all have a special meaning.

I, personally will sit in my stand for atleast two smokes before getting down. I don't go looking for the deer though. I will go inspect the shot scene. Again, I look for my arrow, look at the hairs, the blood, any urine, etc...That usually will dictate when I begin tracking. I then either go back into the stand, or head back to the truck. Time is your friend, relax, have a drink, make sure you have all the proper equipment.

Oh and don't forget to ruin your friends hunt by having them help you drag your deer out! Nothing makes me laugh harder

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