Like I said.....I KNOW (and admit) to taking ill-conceived shots in the past (and I can count these EASILY on one hand). In my quest to mature as a hunter.....I AM learning that a deer will either offer you a "legitimate" shot opportunity.....or he won't. Part of the learning curve is knowing when to let down and wait for another day.

I say this term a lot....and I think people often take it the worng way, but...."It's just a deer". I take nothing from the animals when I say this. My meaning is.....I will have another opportunity.....and to not get caught up in the mindset of "having" to take one (at any cost).

Good luck to all.....