I think you just answered your own question. Like Rob said, it's a hunt and it's what you make of them. Your dad got a nice buck andyou had a string of bad luck... it happens. Notevery huntcan be a trophy hunt!

P.S. That huntingground is probably more beautiful than any hunt I'll every be on, cherish what you have, and don't take it for granted. I live in PA and I won't ever see animals like that and my father doesn't hunt. Be happy for what you have in your life...