I shot an old (3-4 yrs) doe this evening with Blackpowder, she stepped into a shooting lane and picked me out like I was waving a flag. Lucky for me I was ready when she stepped out and she didn't have time to snort. I think and old doe can be very smart, especially in a heavily hunted area, but a 5-6 yr old buck living in NJ, PA, MD, et ceterea, or anywhere hunting pressure is very high, may be the smartest animal in the woods, or at least the most cautious.

Just my .02

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