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That's really disgusting, wouldn't want to be that antelope.

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I think what he was disagreeing with was that you saidthere is "no chasing them" after they runover a rise. I have always donebetter getting closer for a better shot, even if I blow a stalk or two.

I am often amazed athow far they don't run, given their abilities. Sure, sometimes they seem to go miles, but I would say that it has been worth a follow up more than half the time for me, especially if I don't scare them with a shot. Seems like when they drop over a rise and can't see you, theyget comfortable pretty quickly.

I dropped this one on the last day ofseason this year at 180 yds, only 500 yards from where I first scared off the 20 head group trying to get closer. I passed on a 350 yard setup because I'm just not confident that far away.

To each his own method, I guess. We all do what works for us. My rule of thumb is to get closer whenever I can. More fun for me.

RE: Shots on Pronghorn
 

15-25 yards is typical in my group. Takes lots of patience tough.

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Show off. [:@]

Seriously, I am thinking about trying for archery goats next year. Kind of a dream. Have you got a larger version of the photo under your name? I would like to drool over it.

RE: Shots on Pronghorn
 

Most of my shots have been somewherearound 200yards. I have shot them out to 300 yards or so, but it is usually very windy where I hunt them and I use a .243 for antelope, so I don't really try those shots very often.

RE: Shots on Pronghorn
 

jones, here is a bigger pic. We sit active water holes in the summer heat. It takes some time and patience, but is well worth it in the end.

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Here is another we got. Mine was about 15-18 yards and this one was at 12 yards. We got both on video.

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Thanks for the pictures. Nice goats for sure!

But - I'm sorry to have to be the one to tell you -you're not doing it right. Everyone I talked to said that you need to get used to smaller trophies when you go archery. :D

I would sure like to know more about how you got'r done, IF you're willing to give up a few secrets. From a man made blind? What time did you set up - before morning? Does it take a lot of scouting to figure out the right water hole, or are tracks enough? Were they rutting? What about decoys? etc.

You won my admiration - even if they are too big.

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last years buck was 60 yards, this years doe was 47 yards. No blind, no water hole, no rifle!!
Just good stalking skills!:D