I won't deny they are in my area either. Heck there's probably one in everyone's area. However, my area pretty much sucks for big bucks as a rule. Theres been 5 P&Y bucks registered in my county up until last season. Could I spend alot more time scouting and possibly have a chance at one? Sure. The odds would be very low of tagging one...but the chance is always there.

Yes, you IL boys are spoiled

Of course, Mitch on the other hand......... heck if he lived here, he'd probably have all 5 [8D]