As much as I love hunting, I always look forward to after the season. I usually start making my wooden arrows after deer season ends, and this year is of no exception. I spent a couple hours working on my shop today, general cleaning and dusting. I pulled all my shafts (1000+) down from the attic and sorted the bundles by spine. While hunting, I usually spend some of my free time about new colors, patterns and shafting materials. I usually try a new crown pattern or two, but haven't decided what new colors I would like to try yet. One of my primary goals this season is to finish a couple sets of footed arrows. Do any of you use the after season time and beat cabin fever by doing things like this?

Also, I would like to try out a Nifty Nocker this year. Does anyone have any experience with this tool? Any pros and cons would be greatly appreciated.

Take care and happy holidays all................Tom