That's too bad about the buck, Mauser. Unfortunately there's plenty of people who just don't have the drive and determination many of the people on here do. It's not always just about the determination before the shot as much as it is after the shot that truly sets hunters apart. Sounds like you did all you could, and hopefully he learns.

Had a GREAT morning today. I'm definitely in an area I want to be in pre-rut/rut. I had doe EVERYWHERE and all morning. About 10 total, and I passed on a basket rack 6 point. I let him get to about 10 yds in front of me broadside, and I drew back to see what he would do. He just jumped, and trotted 5-10yds and went back to feeding, lol. He never even looked back.

Anyways, it was great morning. I passed on the doe, too, because of the temps we are having this afternoon.

Last night was also great. I passed on several doe (saw 5 total), and had one come right underneath the tree, look up at me, and just walk away. ASAT is impressive. Also saw a grey gox come barrelling into the food plot last night ahead of the deer. Finally, I watched the same flock of turkeys from Tuesday night feed in the plot for almost an hour (about 30 some again). Lots of action here guys, but no shooter bucks yet.