Originally Posted by
eyeball2
I used to agree about the greatness of the hunt, but when i go back to new mexico sacremento mts where 35 years ago i saw 25-40 deer /day in archery season and now i go back and see 2-3 deer/day in hundreds of sq. miles of beautiful mtns. there isn't much thrill in the hunt. mostly the few deer around live in the edge of town to get away from the mt. lion and coyote. actually, it's pretty depressing.
Sounds like you need a new hunting spot. If there isn't "much thrill in the hunt" then what is the point in hunting? I do agree that seeing deer & elk herds being destroyed because of improper management is VERY upsetting & all we can do is play whatever roll we can (no matter how small it may be) to try to keep the predators in 'check'. Fortunately here in MT we get to experience hunting to the fullest (with the exception of the wolf deal) & I thank God that I live in such a beautiful place.
-South