Yesterday was the official end to my 2004 hunting season. Although I saw some nice deer I didn't get my shooter within bow range. If one good thing came out of this season my comitment to bow hunting has been strengthend. Unless I hunt goose or ducks next year I'm sure I will not pick up a firearm.

So my 2005 Bow season will open this weekend. Forecast is calling for snow and I have a new property to explore. In fact I think my shooters frequent the 10 new acres I got permission to hunt a few weeks back more then the 50 I've been hunting all fall. After I take down my remaining stands this weekend I hope to get some late season scouting done. Hopefully locating a bedroom I've never had access to.

To those still hunting, I envy you. To those whose season has passed, get out and make it happen for next year. I often find late season scouting to be one of the most beneficial times to scout. Deer are still in their fall patterns and from what I've seen so far have yet to yard up for the winter.

Either way as I see it, the season is still going or has just begun. Have fun out there and good luck....

Adams