The hunting tradition. Generally tradional things are good, but sometimes you have to step back, take a look and know when to start something new.

Hunting in PA. 1 million pumpkin impersonators out in search of the ever elusive buck. Not quite elbow to elbow but usually overlapping gun range. You see horns you shoot, and keep shooting so the next guy don't get it.

If a hit deer comes near you, shoot at it, whether you hit it or not, run over and tag it before the next guy does.

By 9:00 if your cold, jump in the truck and ride around all day. See one, jump out and shoot it, before the next guy does.

If you do manage to see a buck and start shooting at him, shoot as many times as possible, that increases your chances of getting him.

Scouting for buck season. Friday after thanksgiving take a little walk so you know how to get to your stand. Might see a buck rub or 2 then you can get excited. Don't worry about feeding/bedding/staging areas. Pick a trail and hope one comes by at something less than mach 3.

If you see a 3 1/4" spike, shoot him. He'll never be any bigger, and besides, the next guy would get him.

These are just some of the "traditional" mentalities here in PA that the PGC is fighting against to do what is going to benefit both the deer and hunters, but they are too close-minded to realize it.