I am wondering is if it was really Murphy what led to this happening, or if it was simply your desire to extend the season. Either way we enjoy the tale, and look forward to more.

Nice yote, and good shot

I shot a big beautiful red fox one year with my m/l, and the hole looked just like that. I actually got the fox mounted...can't even tell where the hole was. Not sure what you were planning to do with the hide, but a quick sew job and it will likely be good to go.