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Old 09-23-2008 | 09:35 AM
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Default RE: Shooting does with fawns?

The bottom line here, guys....is respect.

I TOTALLY respect you guys' opinions on NOT taking fawns. I mean that, sincerely. I/We only ask for the same, in return. I don't "target" doe fawns.....and certainly don't target buck fawns. But our herd pops DO necessitate the taking of does.......of all age structures.

When given the choice (as witnessed by my first week's hunting).....I'll take an older doe. I've passed on three doe fawns, already.....but I wouldn't expect to be chastised if I'd made another choice. If they didn't NEED taking....I wouldn't consider it. We NEED to take does, here. They are plentiful.....and the little ones are eating every day they walk.

Unabridged respect for your choices. I even admire your stance....and would surely employ your outlook if I hunted in a different environment.
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