Well the deer season is winding down here in Oklahoma and so far I've been shut out. This year my dad and I along with a couple of other family members took on a new deer lease and it's been a learning experience on patterning the deer on this new piece of property. I've seen alot of deer this year and also had a couple of close encounters with "quality bucks" but just couldn't make it happen. I still feel confident that I'll get another chance before the season ends, but even if I don't I still think that this season was a good season. My dad took the best buck he's ever taken. A beautiful 9 point with 19 1/2 inch inside spread, and I had a great time sharing in the excitement of his accomplishment. I wonder how this season panned out for everybody else? Good, bad, average? I know that many other factors are involved other than just taking a deer. For me this season was still a success even though I haven't taken a deer (yet) just simply because my family got this new property to hunt and it feels good to know that it'll be ours for several years to come. I have enjoyed hunting for sign and patterning the deer and sharing the stories with my dad and family. Also I found this website back in September and have visited almost daily. I have enjoyed the guys/gals and all the input each has given here. I like to hear the stories from around the country about each individuals hunting experiences. I enjoy experiencing the hunters success and failure through their stories and pics. Overall, for myself this season has been a successful season. How about yours?