To add frustration to a bust of an opening weekend. My buddies and I learned from a neighbor that prior to our arrival upstate (and prior to the opening on gun season in New York's southern zone) a local "hunter" and no less that 14 of his boys were driving our hunting property real hard.
The property is clearly posted and gated. The neighbor estimates roughly 8 bucks were taken. I saw a few gut piles to confirm his report. He also added that this "hunter" (aka poacher) is known for shooting anything that moves and hunts with the "If it's brown, it's down" ethic.
I immediately called the DEC. They were very polite and understanding on the telephone. They also said that there was little they could do if they do not catch him in the woods.
I would love to hear from anyone else who has dealt with or is dealing with a similar situation. I am now on the war path to get this criminal caught. It will be a little bit of a challenge seeing as how I do not live in the area, but I am determined to press charges against him. Thanks in advance for your input.