It may very well change when I've shot 50, Darrall. Granted.

I didn't post this to say anyone who doesn't field dress and butcher their deer was less of a hunter. I admit I SHOULD have said it would take something away from the experience, for me. I apologize for not getting that point across, sooner.

I know guys who won't shoot a deer.....because they don't want to field dress it. A lot of people grow up with the mantra of "You kill it....you clean it". I don't think that's all bad. I told my son this when he was wanting to shoot squirrels with his bow. He killed exactly one. I just didn't want him learning he could kill.....for the sake of killing.

My mind's changed here all the time. I can see how it wouldn't be a big part of the experience....if someone had been through it a lot of times. I think it helps, though....especially when one is just starting out.