October 1 here. I'm optimistic that I'll be able to hunt. My arm would have to fall off for me to miss season, On second thought, Both arms would have to fall off to miss season. I can still shoot, just can't shoot an hour or more like I like to. It just really hurts a lot. I thought about checking into a draw-lock. I'm not sure if they are legal though. I'll have to do some research.