Oregon,

I hunt mainly public land. For anyone to suggest that whitetails don't change their patterns from summer/early fall fedding to rut behavior is simply ludicrous!

I'm going to get into a personal battle of senselessness with you over ethics. I made a 37 yard shot on a buck from my treestand. I'm comfortable at that range. It was on the edge of shooting light, and the second to last day of the season. I felt good about the shot, so I took it.

I really don't have to justify my actions to you...or anyone else. I did my homework...I got my deer. Just because it wasn't broadside at 15 yards doesn't make it unacceptable.