I personally do not take offense to others on this topic, or other so called "controversial" topics for that matter. I've baited, actually like the scent blocker line, use an outfitter,and have never hunted with a rifle, but could care less if anyone does, does not, etc. So long as it's legal. I've flipped flopped this year on bows, BT, Elite and now on to Hoyt. Everyone has an opinion. I do what I do to enjoy my hunting the way I want to. I'm a big fan of Tred Barta and Cameron Hanes of late, but doesn't mean I want to do it their way or it's the only way. Too much emphasis is being made on conforming to the way the other guy/gal thinks is the best or only way. Advantages, I'll take them, whether that means working harder, smarter or by what legal means are allowed to me. Does it diminish my accomplishments or lack there of, or anyone elses, not in my eyes. I still admire animals taken with bow, rifle, crossbow or spear for that matter. They all have an adventure or story, which is why I come online to read about.

Back to baiting...I've seen deer come to in in force and then not touch it for weeks. It has provided me with meat, trophies and frustration for many years. If I could set up on the edge of a soybean plot, apple orchardor corn field, I probably would so long as I had seen deer or "the deer" I wanted to harvest. It's all about patterning deer and making use of what you have available to you to put you on your game. I still study my deer, put a plan in place, practice and work hard to take my deer. If a hunter can put himself/herself on a deer, judge a clean opening and close the deal, you've accomplished a lot in my eyes and have experienced something that so many have not or ever will. Congrats.