RE: first buck
For me it was the last day of hunting season. In idaho we don't have things as good as many of you guys. The seasons are short, and not a lot of deer per sq. mile. At least where i hunt. I hold off until the end, last 2 years i have shot does on the last days of the season. I always hold out, but i have never been able to get close to anything larger than a 8 point. But overall i am a meat hunter, so i didn't even hesitate when my large bodies deer walked into the clearing... Big body= lots of meat. Small antlers= no big deal, cherry on top of my sundae! lol
now if only i can get a elk with my bow on the 10th, then i will be a happy camper who has a fridge full of meat!