Well I had a great time away in the 'bush'...
For the first time since ohhhh 1984/5 my brother and I have been getting away around now for some R&R and this is THE first year we have had bright sunshine from sunup to sundown, and blue-black clear nights for every day of the trip. It was so warm the first week we could actually sit in launchairs in shorts if we chose too.
The nights were cool, around +1 C or so.
Near the end of the first week we moved to our second location in the interior, near Loon Lake.
There, it was colder during the day with the shady spots holding the frost all day, but still bright sunshine.
The moon every night was so bright that you could literally walk around without any flashlight or anything.
What this all means is it was wonderful weather for humans and the wildlife. The thing is the little rascals were up and foraging all night when it was bright and cool, and in bed all day when it was warm.
While on stand I had numerous deer (mule deer) walk within less than 20 feet of me, but ole pappa buck did not make an appearance.
It turns out that since we went early this year, it was also a bit too early for the Elk, which had not moved out of their summer grounds yet.
Still, it was a great time. I got to harrass some lumber, wildlife, and my brother too... what more can you ask for...
BCaldwell, I see that you've been bitten by "the bug" and are on your way..... gotta luv it when a plan comes together... . :-laf
Withers, hey!!! not too shaby for numbers their bud !! I think you're probably right about mine being a bit shy, but hey, it works ok for now... . ps, don't tell Bill K I said that either...
Old Smoky, you're turning some decent HP too... I also assume you are referring to nascar mark and his significant other, who I have not met, but if that is the case, it doesn't surprise me at all that you were made welcome... it's the style of the guy you know. .
quikshft, welcome again, and I'm sure that you'll find the most helpful bunch here over the long haul. Either way, glad to have you join the 1st Gen group. You won't find a more helpful bunch anywere, and that's the trueth. . Remember, the only dumb question is the one you DON'T ask... been there... got the T-Shirt.
nascar, you ole hound... it looks like I stepped in a pile right away. .
If I'd know of the "hot topic" status, I'd have asked by PM.
Of course, when I got home I peeked in to the 1st Gen forum since this is home. I did not see the hot stuff till now.
As for your numbers, what can I say,... . you are showing some darn decent, and pretty respectable numbers for the 1st Gen guys to aspire too. No one including me would expect any excuses from you about your ride, nor would real reasons be seen as such either, so don't hold back on the info as you progress. Way to go pard' !!
Bob.