ORIGINAL: bawanajim
Since we have no idea how many deer we had ,or now have,the percentage of gain or loss in any studies has no actual scientific value.
I know facts to you are variables,but to those who know the difference in statistical values and true values understands that you can't pick and choose when and what numbers you use to calculateyour base conclusion on.
A/R's were needed to protect a higher number of the bucks from a herd that as a wholereduced as plannedby an unknown percentage.
And as an end results the older age class of bucks that have been protected by A/R are giving hunters a greater opportunity at a trophy class buck from a much smaller herd.As Planned.
I know you understand this, though you disagree with the program the facts don't lie.
Do I think H/R has go to far? Yes, as most do. Are lynchings called for? No just some needed adjustments and more hunters with knowledge, not propaganda.
Excellent post Jim!
I just a few lines you have captured te essence of Bluebirds distortion techniques and at the same time summed up fairly accurate thumbnail assessment of how thetrue majority of hunters really feel.