My rifle season ended without much to show for it. Had a decent one that I took a shot on and found a lot of good blood but the trail ended after about 500 yards. It went to a drop every 30 feet or so. Got to an opening in the pasture and with about 5 ways for it to travel we couldn't find any more blood. Had 6 people scouring the area to find another drop but came up empty. It has been a week and the weather warmed up so I am going out later this afternoon or tomorrow to scout around with my nose to see if I can find if he permanently layed down.

We do have an extended season in December for blackpowder. Not sure if a kill then would qualify for this contest.