Yes, I was hunting in Lake County, ILwhich is bow-only.

As promised, here's some better photos. I thought he was a solid 2 1/2 when I shot him, but upon a closer inspection it looks like he's a really nice 1 1/2 with great genetics. I'm very disappointed in myself for shooting him, but I made a great double lung shot and that's always a good feeling no matter what you're shooting. I'm thinking European mount for this guy.





Thus ends my 2006 Illinois bowhunting season. I'm sad that I don't get to chase the big boys around during late season, but at the same time I can't say I'm disappointed about not having to hunt in sub-zero temperatures.