I know plenty of these "old timers" and they all have valuble knowledge to share with the younger generation. The problem with uch of the younger ones is that they want it all and want it all now. They don't feel they have the time and frankly don't want to listen. They have their Hyperbole 2000 bow or Tungsten AlphaExtreme rifle and all their gear hyped as the best thing since free beer - they don't need some slow talking or mumbling old fart to tell them squat. (Of course that's not all inclusive but man that's how alot of it is these days)

I am a firm believer in a few things. One is respecting and listening to the elders. They are a great part of our history. And one should always know their history. You can't really know where you are going or make a good decision of where to go if you don't know where you are at and where you came from.

I'll leave y'all with this bit of info my "plaid Dad" instilled in me many years ago and IMO is the most important part of successfully hunting deer. I miss ya so much Dad but can still feel your hand on my shoulder and hear your voice.

"If you do one thing you sit there as still and quiet as a church mouse."


And right he was along with so much more. The years bring experience and knowledge. Alot of these young guys I try to tell them that it is likely that alot more deer saw them in the woods than they saw deer. But what do I know? My hair ain't all grey yet.