Record Books- I am sure IF we knew the stories behind ALL the entries many would not be RECORDS, no matter who was keeping them.
Unfortunatly, some (not all) will do anything to see their picture, name in a book. I respect all who manage a trophy the honest way. Myself, I like to see them but could care less who took it & if high fence, low fence, no fence or private. Public, yes because you USUALLY have to do a little extra to get a crack at them.
I have hunted high fence, no fence, public & private but have never had an animal scored to enter into any type book & yes, I have a few.
good luck in your Bowhunting, no matter where you go.