I have actually skipped High School to go deer hunting and got a note from my parents stating that I was needed at home (1978) Some states do the smart thing and just close school.

I have actually driven a motorcycle to go bowhunting. I was a University of Iowa student at the time and thus had to drive through Iowa City ( a bambi hugging liberal town) with my bow slung around my neck. I did get a few looks! I never planned on what I would do if I did actually fill my tag. (1984)

I have actually slept in the timber for fear of oversleeping at home on opening morning.