OK FOLKS ...WE'VE NAILED DOWN A DATE,PLACE, AND TIME. :readit: PLEASE POST WHO ALL IS COMING SO WE HAVE A HEAD COUNT. :help: LETS PUT ON A GOOD SHOW FOR MICHIGAN & SUPPORT ST JUDE. LETS HAVE SOME FUN WITH THIS :campfire:
MICHIGAN ANNUAL ST JUDE BUNNY STOMP 2011
DATE: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19th
TIME: 8:30 AM
DIRECTIONS: US127, PRICE ROAD, EXIT 91 (ST JOHNS, MI) Follow PRICE rd east to SLEEPY HOLLOW STATE PARK.. (We will have some signs posted}
9AM OFFICIAL START MORNING BUNNY STOMP
12PM CHILI DOGS AND DRINKS AVAILABLE....FEEL FREE TO BRING A DISH IF YOU WANT TO PASS AROUND.
1PM ST JUDE RAFFLE (PLEASE BRING SOMETHING FOR THE RAFFLE TABLE) ANYTHING HUNTING RELATED NEW OR USED... NOT MANDATORY BUT HELPFUL.
AFTER THE RAFFLE WE WILL HAVE FUN SHOOTS AND A AFTERNOON HUNT FOR ALL THAT ARE INTERESTED.
POINTS TO PONDER
WE MUST FOLLOW DNR SMALL GAME LAWS, HUNTER ORANGE AND SMALL GAME LICENSE...LONGBOW, RECURVE, AND SELFBOW ONLY BLUNTS & JUDOS ONLY (NO BROADHEADS OR FIELD POINTS) (FIELD POINTS ARE OK TO SHOOT AT THE TARGETS, BUT WE'D LIKE TO STAY SAFE WHILE HUNTING IN GROUPS AND STICK TO BLUNTS,SMALL GAME HEADS (NO BLADES), AND JUDOS..THANKS)
BRING YOUR BEAGLE
TO ENTER PARK.......THIS IS NEW STARTING THIS YEAR..
If you have the PARK passport when you registered with Secretary of State you are all set...If you do not have the park passport.Each vehicle will need to pay 10.00 for the state park passport at the park...There are no longer daily permits. The 10.00 passport is good for the whole year at any State Park in Michigan... It is a much better deal than the previous 24.00 sticker.
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Looking forward to it!
See you there.
Matt...bring lots of arrows ;)
Now that looks like fun!! This year I cannot make it (In China now) but maybe next year.
Good luck and have fun!
Tony
The kids and I are packed and ready to go! One of my favorite events of the year!
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Count me in if everything goes as planned on my end of things.
I will be there with my two kids, possibly some new faces too. :campfire:
Entrance to the park is at the main entrance (big sign) not the boat launch area.
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It's the first pavillion we'll have some signs up.
Bring lots of arrows, some food, a donation and be ready to have some laughs and fun!
If anyone needs directions or such, drop me a line. -Drew
Looks good for me, and a couple of others [2-3], will take a look and see what I can come up with for the auction table. Todd
I should be able to make this one. Can't wait!
Hope to make it and looking forward to a great day.
Dick
Got some stuff for the raffle table- Knives, quiver and a Bear Montana that's just takin' up space.
Rick..thanks for the donations.... Looking forward to seeing all of my Michigan brothers and helping St Jude !!
You can count on me and I'll bring more product for Donations. Will have 4 to 5 new faces with me.
OS..LOOKING FORWARD TO IT :thumbsup:
This should be a good time...
:campfire:
I will be coming ....probably with OS and will be videoing for PTP. Looking at doing a couple interviews with people and will look into getting some donations to give away.
Can't wait boys!! This is always a great time.
Drew, how does this work out for the guys that have the Recreational Passport on their vehicle registration now? I know normally you have to show the person at the gate your registration.
Daisy and I will be there!!!
Tim...If you have the passport you are all set...just drive in and park...i just got off the phone with the State Park...there are no longer daily permits..... those that had to register cars with Secretary of State starting october 2010 should have paid the 10.00 for the statepark passport..."EVERYONE" can still purchase the vehicle pass at the park this year for 10.00...It is best to take care of this when you register your vehicle with secretary of state.. This 10.00 passport is good for the whole year and gets you into all state parks in michigan and is cheaper than the previous 24.00 they charged for the yearly sticker.
Thanks Steve. I have not read up on all the details of the Passport yet. Mine registration is up for renewal the beginning of Feb just just thought I would ask the question. If anybody wants to read up on this here is the link to the DNRE page:
http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10365_55798---,00.html
Thanks Tim..... It is my understanding the State started doing this so they could free up the booth attendants to do other duties..... I like the idea and think it is an easier process just to pay the 10.00 when registering your car with the Secretary of State and to be covered for all of the state parks.
I haven't been in a couple of year. Hoping to make it this year though.
I'm new to the forum and very interested in Trad Archery. Is anyone traveling to the Bunny Stomp from the Westside (Holland area) that wouldn't mind a carpool candidate?
Thanks!
Lee
I'll be there! Can't wait!
Josh
As long as I don't have to work that weekend, I will be there with both of my boys (7 and 5). This is our busy time of year at work, and it pays for most of my hunting adictions.
I will be there this year. Will have to miss the rabbit hunt this weekend in Riverdale because of work.
ttt
:thumbsup:
Here was our lunch arrangement in 2007
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The event sure has grown in a few years! Now we have 50 plus hunters, pavilion, bathrooms, picnic tables, and a blazing fire....... Makes for a great day!!!!
Here are a few pics from our first year at Sleepy Hallow:
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QuoteOriginally posted by Lee Slikkers:
I'm new to the forum and very interested in Trad Archery. Is anyone traveling to the Bunny Stomp from the Westside (Holland area) that wouldn't mind a carpool candidate?
Thanks!
Lee
lee as it get's closer we should be able to find ya someone to ride with..I know there are a few west siders coming.
QuoteOriginally posted by Drew:
QuoteOriginally posted by Lee Slikkers:
I'm new to the forum and very interested in Trad Archery. Is anyone traveling to the Bunny Stomp from the Westside (Holland area) that wouldn't mind a carpool candidate?
Thanks!
Lee
lee as it get's closer we should be able to find ya someone to ride with..I know there are a few west siders coming. [/b]
Lee, I live in Holland. I usually hang around pretty late in the day at the bunny stomp but if that is alright with you maybe we can set something up. Otherwise I know a lot of other guys from the area that might be going.
Looking forward to another greast day of bunny hunting with all our traditional friends! See you all there!
:thumbsup:
Just ordered my donation. Someone's gonna like this.
http://www.kustomkingarchery.com/Drake-Mallard_Longlife-3D-Target/productinfo/4784/
Nice target MJ...Those are hard ones to hit. I use to shoot a 3d course that had 2 of those on a pond shot with a pulley. Now they have a carp. hard to hit in the spring with lots of water.
awesome...im going to be tossing in a 58" or 60" 55 # recurve into the raffle...it will be either a bear grizzly or jeffery classic....havent made up my mind yet.
That's awesome. There's going to be a lot of great prizes for sure. I can hardly wait to see what's gonna be on the table this year. For anyone reading this who has not been to the 'stomp' yet, try to make it to this one...and buy some raffle tickets. Great event for a good cause.
You go guys...
There will be something special there from have not decided what yet. Maybe something for another youing man or Lady again like last year
:clapper: :clapper:
David, see you at Kzoo, I'm looking forward to meeting you...
Thanks David.....that st. joe river youth bow was really sweet last year...If i remember right Tim Fishell took that beauty home!
I'm in and I have to dig through my pile of "goodies" to find something nice for the raffle. My work schedule has gotten better as of late so I'm sure I can make it this year. As always the Magnum pot of chili will be with me.
:thumbsup:
Yup my dad actually took that beautiful St. Joe River bow home last year. It gets worked out regularly from my dads boy scout troop. It will eventually end up at my place when my son is big enough for it. :archer2:
Man am I getting pumped, hey who knows maybe we will even get a bunny this year :biglaugh: :biglaugh: :biglaugh: , it could happen
Hopefully the bunnies cooperate a little better than last year.
I can't wait also! I have been fletching up some more arrows for it. It states to bring your beagles too in one of the post. So I am thinking that I will bring my Field Breed English Cocker out to do some bunny work. I hope that is alright. He is trained & will hunt anything I want him to.
Any dogs are welcome Todd! :thumbsup:
Just a reminder...if you bought your small game license in 2010 it is good until the end of march 2011....
anyone going from the ann arbor area? I sure am going to try to make it as long as I dont have to work.... will be my first time cant wait
Looks like you fellas will have a blast. Little colder than I`m used too though. I`ll have to be with ya`ll in thoughts. Good shooting,RC.
Cant wait, sounds great !! I'll have to dig something up for the raffel !!
Count me in! I'll be taggin' along with Rick Butler this year so... hope know one holds that against me! LOL :help: I'm sure I can find something for the table too! :campfire: :archer: :archer2:
Up for the stomp!! Going to be a great event again this year!!!!!!!! Lots of old and new faces!!!
Just re-read my last post...hope "know" one will hold my poor grammer against me either! :knothead: LOOK OUT YOU WASCALLY WABBITTS... :archer2:
Going to try to get there if I'm not working that day.
i'll be tossing one of these in the raffle..good luck!!
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Just want to warn some of you first timers, there will be some shady characters there so just beware :bigsmyl:
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2010 was my first year into traditional archery. I'm hooked...I mentioned this bunny hunt to my wonderful wife...instead of rolling her eyes, she says, I wanna go!!!
Mind you she's a seasoned bowhunter...but never shot a trad bow. So I set one of my ILF bows up at a low draw weight for her and took her out stump shooting. She's HOOKED now too! She can't wait for the bunny stomp. It's rare for her to write anything down on our wall calender, but this event is there!
Only problem is that now she's going to find out how much I spend on bows... :(
Cant wait is just around the corner..
QuoteOriginally posted by gvdocholiday:
2010 was my first year into traditional archery. I'm hooked...I mentioned this bunny hunt to my wonderful wife...instead of rolling her eyes, she says, I wanna go!!!
Mind you she's a seasoned bowhunter...but never shot a trad bow. So I set one of my ILF bows up at a low draw weight for her and took her out stump shooting. She's HOOKED now too! She can't wait for the bunny stomp. It's rare for her to write anything down on our wall calender, but this event is there!
Only problem is that now she's going to find out how much I spend on bows... :(
Its only money and you only live once too. Some would say buying bows is spending your money very wisely...me being one of those..lol
On the flip side nice meeting you Steve on saturday. I had a good time. I think Im going to bring the dogs with me when I come. I will also be bringing the video camera and filming, along with some interviews throughout the day.
KHALVERSON and I made it to the pheasant hunt last year. We're thinking of tagging along on this one too. How does the raffle work?
Just bring a hunting related item to toss on the table....this is not mandatory...but will help make for a better raffle table....we will sell raffle tickets.... 5.00 each or 6 for $20.00....then we raffle off the items on table.. all proceeds are donated to St. Jude.
TTT for a well run event, and a great cause...
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
As Steve said, it's rabbit hunt/get together...the St. Judes part is just a bonus and us doing a little extra to help out.
Always a good time!
ethan, I'm gonna send ya a PM I got an idea. :D
Kody trying to posistion himself for a shot on them rascally rabbits.
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Its almost that time I can't wait :-)
Guys I also see that the MI deer and turkey show is the same weekend.. But as long as we are helping out the kids I'll be there ( or try to be if something big doesn't come up)
And to the guys who where last year and seen my face plant in snow I will not be doing one this year :biglaugh: .. Unless I take off after a rabbit and trip in fall...
Cody
For those who are going to the Deer & Turkey show at the Lansing Center come check out the Pass Through Productions booth. We would be happy to have you drop by......
PTP, is that the same weekend as the bunny stomp? I may have to get a hold of Austin and see what he's doing that weekend.
I know he's moved both of his recurves to acquire funds for a SJR bow, but I might have a spare I can setup for him. I know he has a new dozen of flu flu's cause I just built them for him.
It is the same weekend Brian That may be a problem for me I think I may have to be in Lansing on Saturday to work a booth
Thanks Dave. I've just been chatting with Austin. He's wanting to take a trip down your way next week sometime but I've informed him of Kzoo and didn't know when you'd be setting up the booth. I know he'll be contacting you sometime today.
STOMPIN FOR THE KIDS.... SEE YA THERE!
OK FOLKS ...WE'VE NAILED DOWN A DATE,PLACE, AND TIME. PLEASE POST WHO ALL IS COMING SO WE HAVE A HEAD COUNT. FEEL FREE TO POST A RAFFLE ITEM IF YOU'RE DONATING. VENDORS FEEL FREE TO P.M. IF INTERESTED IN HELPING THE CAUSE. LETS PUT ON A GOOD SHOW FOR MICHIGAN & SUPPORT ST JUDE. LETS HAVE SOME FUN WITH THIS !!!!!!!! DONATIONS ARE WELCOME , BUT NOT MANDATORY... WE WANT EVERYONE TO JOIN IN THE FUN ...THE CAMP FIRE WILL BE ROARING
MICHIGAN ANNUAL ST JUDE BUNNY STOMP 2011
DATE: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19th
TIME: 8:30 AM
DIRECTIONS: US127, PRICE ROAD, EXIT 91 (ST JOHNS, MI) Follow PRICE rd east to SLEEPY HOLLOW STATE PARK.. (We will have some signs posted}
9AM OFFICIAL START MORNING BUNNY STOMP
12PM CHILI DOGS AND DRINKS AVAILABLE....FEEL FREE TO BRING A DISH IF YOU WANT TO PASS AROUND.
1PM ST JUDE RAFFLE (PLEASE BRING SOMETHING FOR THE RAFFLE TABLE) ANYTHING HUNTING RELATED NEW OR USED... NOT MANDATORY BUT HELPFUL.
AFTER THE RAFFLE WE WILL HAVE FUN SHOOTS AND A AFTERNOON HUNT FOR ALL THAT ARE INTERESTED.
POINTS TO PONDER
WE MUST FOLLOW DNR SMALL GAME LAWS, HUNTER ORANGE AND SMALL GAME LICENSE...LONGBOW, RECURVE, AND SELFBOW ONLY BLUNTS & JUDOS ONLY (NO BROADHEADS OR FIELD POINTS) (FIELD POINTS ARE OK TO SHOOT AT THE TARGETS, BUT WE'D LIKE TO STAY SAFE WHILE HUNTING IN GROUPS AND STICK TO BLUNTS,SMALL GAME HEADS (NO BLADES), AND JUDOS..THANKS)
BRING YOUR BEAGLE
TO ENTER PARK.......THIS IS NEW STARTING THIS YEAR..
If you have the PARK passport when you registered with Secretary of State you are all set...If you do not have the park passport.Each vehicle will need to pay 10.00 for the state park passport at the park...There are no longer daily permits. The 10.00 passport is good for the whole year at any State Park in Michigan... It is a much better deal than the previous 24.00 sticker.
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Ya Like Dave said same weekend but you have friday and sunday to go the show or leave earlier and drive down to the show on saturday. I will be at the PTP booth sunday...drop in and say Hi
Ya Like Dave said same weekend but you have friday and sunday to go the show or leave earlier and drive down to the show. I will be at the PTP booth sunday...drop in and say Hi
Sorry guys we do our best to accomodate everyone..but can't dodge everything. Besides, who wants to see stuffed whitetails and turkeys when ya could be in the woods chasin bunnies?!
Let the beagles sing and let's fling some arrows
:archer:
I second that emotion!! :biglaugh: :archer2:
Chasin bunnies, is that what we do there? I thought is was a big wild game feast then a day of stump shooting :confused: ;)
QuoteOriginally posted by Anointed Archer:
Chasin bunnies, is that what we do there? I thought is was a big wild game feast then a day of stump shooting :confused: ;)
That's the best part, everyone makes it what ever they want the event to be..you can hang out at the pavillion next the fireplace, stump shoot, bunny hunt, or what ever...and yes it's best not to miss lunch!
Check out the weapon I will be using to chase those critters around the woods with.
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In the words of Eminem...I'll be cleaning out closet...for the raffle table.
Jeff...thats a beauty...Steve.... you'll be emptying the whole cabelas store..LOL.
So, do you have to be an MTB member to hunt or is this open to anyone that shoots Trad gear?
Owlbait..... this is just a get together of a bunch of great michigan folks that carry stick and string......EVERYONE is invited... it is a rabbit hunt, lunch, and a great time to get together with our michigan neighbors to talk bow hunting..we hold a raffle to try and raise some money for St Jude..... but what is most important is that we all come together and enjoy each others company ..there are absolutely no obligations for anyone....just show up..bring your family, friends , etc..and have a great time.... :thumbsup:
4 more weeks from tomorrow!! :thumbsup:
We'll have some fliers out at Kzoo at the St. Joe River Booth and hopefully a few more spots around the place.
Tom has some posted in Sand Lake, and I'll have some posted at Jay's in Clare.
It's the best organized hunt in the state! Plus it supports out country's most valuable resource, our children! :thumbsup: :notworthy:
QuoteOriginally posted by Drew:
Sorry guys we do our best to accomodate everyone..but can't dodge everything. Besides, who wants to see stuffed whitetails and turkeys when ya could be in the woods chasin bunnies?!
Let the beagles sing and let's fling some arrows
:archer:
No problem Drew if we can't make just have to work some time. should know in the next day or two for sure. Even if Tracey and I can't be there there will be something there from St Joe River on the Raffle Table
QuoteOriginally posted by Drew:
We'll have some fliers out at Kzoo at the St. Joe River Booth and hopefully a few more spots around the place.
Tom has some posted in Sand Lake, and I'll have some posted at Jay's in Clare.
Can I tell them they can't pick up a flyer unless they test shoot a bow :biglaugh: Check with Sharron Brumm she might let you put some on the entrance table at Kalamazoo
Sure, I planned on shooting at least one (or more) to drop the stack off! Who's Sharron with so I can contact her?
I plan on tagging along with some friends, sounds like a great time! :archer2:
Thanks for the info. I'll grab a flier to drop off at my indoor Trad league! :thumbsup: :archer2:
OK FOLKS ...WE'VE NAILED DOWN A DATE,PLACE, AND TIME. PLEASE POST WHO ALL IS COMING SO WE HAVE A HEAD COUNT. FEEL FREE TO POST A RAFFLE ITEM IF YOU'RE DONATING. VENDORS FEEL FREE TO P.M. IF INTERESTED IN HELPING THE CAUSE. LETS PUT ON A GOOD SHOW FOR MICHIGAN & SUPPORT ST JUDE. LETS HAVE SOME FUN WITH THIS !!!!!!!! DONATIONS ARE WELCOME , BUT NOT MANDATORY... WE WANT EVERYONE TO JOIN IN THE FUN ...THE CAMP FIRE WILL BE ROARING
MICHIGAN ANNUAL ST JUDE BUNNY STOMP 2011
DATE: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19th
TIME: 8:30 AM
DIRECTIONS: US127, PRICE ROAD, EXIT 91 (ST JOHNS, MI) Follow PRICE rd east to SLEEPY HOLLOW STATE PARK.. (We will have some signs posted}
9AM OFFICIAL START MORNING BUNNY STOMP
12PM CHILI DOGS AND DRINKS AVAILABLE....FEEL FREE TO BRING A DISH IF YOU WANT TO PASS AROUND.
1PM ST JUDE RAFFLE (PLEASE BRING SOMETHING FOR THE RAFFLE TABLE) ANYTHING HUNTING RELATED NEW OR USED... NOT MANDATORY BUT HELPFUL.
AFTER THE RAFFLE WE WILL HAVE FUN SHOOTS AND A AFTERNOON HUNT FOR ALL THAT ARE INTERESTED.
POINTS TO PONDER
WE MUST FOLLOW DNR SMALL GAME LAWS, HUNTER ORANGE AND SMALL GAME LICENSE...LONGBOW, RECURVE, AND SELFBOW ONLY BLUNTS & JUDOS ONLY (NO BROADHEADS OR FIELD POINTS) (FIELD POINTS ARE OK TO SHOOT AT THE TARGETS, BUT WE'D LIKE TO STAY SAFE WHILE HUNTING IN GROUPS AND STICK TO BLUNTS,SMALL GAME HEADS (NO BLADES), AND JUDOS..THANKS)
BRING YOUR BEAGLE
TO ENTER PARK.......THIS IS NEW STARTING THIS YEAR..
If you have the PARK passport when you registered with Secretary of State you are all set...If you do not have the park passport.Each vehicle will need to pay 10.00 for the state park passport at the park...There are no longer daily permits. The 10.00 passport is good for the whole year at any State Park in Michigan... It is a much
Remember to take invintory of your small game equipment. Kalamazoo is only a week a way. :thumbsup:
yep..kzoo is a great place to pick up any small game heads and arrows...plus a bow or two!!!
25 days and a wake up :pray: :archer2:
Kazoo, Stomp, MLA Banquet...some good stuff coming up soon.
I LOVE the Bunny Stomp!!!!!
Working on some arrows now for my HH Tembo. Hope to have my HH Big Five back from Craig in time for the Bunnies.
What is a good small game head? By asking this question I am really wondering how to not lose a bunch of arrows :bigsmile: lol. And I just want to bump this to the top. But really what would be a good one? Just regular field tips because they are cheaper or judo's cause they kinda make the arrow stand up after I miss? lol! Thanks guys, hope to see ya's there.
Mike, nothing is good if there is snow on the ground. For bunnies I usually use the Hex Heads or Hammer Heads. If you shoot an arrow and if there is snow on the ground no matter what your going to have to dig for that arrow. The only down fall of a Judo point is they are eaisly deflected in the thick stuff.
A hex head with an adder behind it helps some.
ok...what is an adder? Thats what i was thinking also Tim. Oh well their just arrows right,lol!Hopefully will get to meet ya there.
Hardway.... blunts, judos, hex head etc.... if you want to use field points add a washer behind them....it will help keep them from skipping when others hunters or dogs are close...and also knock the snot out of a bunny..... bright feathers help in snow....even just spray painting arrows with bright color will help find arrows in the snow....i like bright wraps and bright feathers....Looking forward to meeting ya.......!!!
Only 25 more days guys and gals till the bunny stomp. Can't wait to lose a bunch of arrows. If not at bunny's then definately at something cool to shoot at, lol.
Sounds like a lot of fun, a little to far to drive up for the day. LOL
Bear1336...there are a number of MI fokes that come down to your state to piggy stomp. Come on up and see what a bunny stomp in a MI winter is like. You'll be glad you did.
The folks from Pass Through Productions (PTP) will be at the Stomp this year filming all the action. Bring your best smiles!
Hey Steve,
Bear1336 has been coming up to Michigan for 30 years deer hunting in the UP, Grayling and Drumond Island so I am pretty confident he knows what stomping in the Michigan winters are all about. :thumbsup:
TTT, it's gonna be a good one this year....don't miss it!
TTT, I started getting excited last night when my brother said that he wants to go. There is nothing better to me than hittin the woods with him, or anything else we can do lol!
bring your friends!
Anyone need a GPS? I need some flu-flu's for this hunt, well I guess I don't need them but would like some. I have a etrex (yellow) like new that I got from Mudd that I would be able to trade for them. TTT for tha bunny stomp!
Mike, what weight bow you shooting? I MIGHT have some flu flus. No trade needed.
Thanks Tim, I shoot a 45# Bear Kodiak. And if the GPS does not go to someone for some flu-flu's then it will go to someone in the raffle drawing. It's about all I got to donate this year. It has been a little tight around the homefront but this is a good enough for me cause that I feel I have to help out with as much as I can when I can. I have 3 little ones that are very healthy but I know that some kids are not as fortunate. Thanks for your generosity.
TTT :archer2:
Are you sure that bunny went this way? :confused: :scared:
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Remember we like to video tape people missing bunnies just as much as we like to see some bunnies go down. You may be the one be videoed when that miss occurrs, and it will be there for ages for everyone to see.
Well it would be kinda neat to have this mug on tv,lol. That is if more misses are put on film than hits! That is the only way it would be able to work for me. Getting more excited every time I get on here,lol.
Mike do the kids need some bows to shoot at this??
My kids? No they will not be attending. They have not ever shot a "real" bow. They love to shoot the lil brave golden eagle that they have but it is too big (draw length) for them. But they do love seein how far they can shoot one of dads arrows with it,lol. I am going to try to shape some up with branches/saplings this spring. But thank you very much for the offer.
TTT lets keep this one up there so all of the tradgangers that are in driving distance and can afford to drive there at least know about it.
TTT again!
Did anybody pick up any new bunny buster gadgets at Kazoo today?
Think I'm gonna make it with my buddy! Sounds like a blast
TTT
Only 19 days to go folks! Anyone else starting to get excited? Well I have been excited for a few days now I guess,lol. I got the ol' KH around last night and got a new string ready to put on it. All I need to do now is put the string on and stretch it out a little bit before it goes down to the stomp and misses a bunch of bunnies or targets or anything else that looks like it won't swallow my arrow,lol!
Did anybody pick up anything for bunnies this weekend at Kalamazoo? Nothing to crazy here just a new Kanati bow quiver and a skinning knife from LaClair. :thumbsup:
It's getting close!
I picked up some of the VPA small game heads...big 175 grainers. Im pretty sure that will nock them out
Hey MLA...
Take a look at the "Thank you from Afganistan" thread...
Have fun!!
We got a sweet banner from Scott and Mindy at Onestringer Arrow wraps! I have to say they are top notch people, they've helped us the last few years for nothing more than a "Thank You"...and they also included a couple things for the raffle table too! :thumbsup:
Thanks so much you guys! You guys rock!
Couple weeks, we'll be chasing bunnies and doing what we can for the kids!
BRING IT! :archer:
Scott and Cindy at Onestringer are awesome people. I just ordered another 8 dozen wraps from then last week. :thumbsup:
Ya they are a really good company to deal with. They use to sponsor PTP. I still have some wraps from them that have lasted me along time.
Here bunny,bunny
TTT
Sure wish I was there. Sleepy hollow is in the back yard of the house I grew up in. We used to ride our horses down there when they were excavating the lake.
So what kind of arsenal are we going to have this year? What bows is everybody bringing?
I'll probably have a Tall Tines or 2 and a couple Shrews.
Hill Big Five and a Tembo, probably something else too.
firefly and a browning recurve
Widow, Bear and Martin !!!
Just my Kodiak Hunter for me! Only cause that is the only one I have as of yet. My brother will have my dad's Fedora that he lets us use. Can't wait to see my new arrows. I have never shot a flu-flu before. Is there any difference in flight from a regular arrow? I imagine that there is but I wouldn't think it is that much different. Maybe a touch slower and dropping a lot quicker due to drag but I doubt that that is going to change my hit/miss ratio,lol.
Flu Flus are quite a bit slower but are easier to shoot accuratly at short range because of the big feathers.
I haven't had a chance to check did you find somebody to make you up some Flu Flus Mike? Let me know if you still need me to look to see what I have.
Bear Take down & Shrew Deluxe
.....Looks like a blast!
For the hunters that is ;)
I will be supporting a camera and of course a St Joe River long bow...can u say smokin!!!
So, why do we need more than one bow? Do you guys lose your bows AND arrows in the snow? :laughing: :dunno:
With all the show we got over night it could happen Mike!! :scared:
Nope just fun to bring a few extra incase somebody wants to try out a certain bow. Not everybody has the luxury of making it to Kalamazoo or Comptons to try out different bows. At least that is why I bring a few extras.
The truth be known there are so many bunnies that you are constantly shooting that you can shoot the flex right out of a set of limbs so you always need a back up. :bigsmyl:
That's my story and I am sticking to it :D
I think I will stick with my 64" Longwalker longbow that Chuck made me. It should stick above the drifts if I fall down and mark a spot for the rescue squad to look! I'm looking forward to the bunny hunt. Bunch more snow coming next week though. Hope it isn't too deep for the small children and the old hunters!
Yes Tim, OS is makeing me some flu-flu's. What are the specs on your shrew's? I have been wanting to shoot one for a long time now. Well since I joined TradGang I guess. I am pretty sure my first post ever was something like " Are the Shrew bows worth the wait/money?" And I am pretty sure that would compare to blindfolding your self and hitting a hornets nest with a stick,lol. But I did get alot of info on them that way. :)
I have 3 Shrews I can bring one is a Model T 64" long 57#@28", I have a 52" Classic Hunter that is 54#@27", and 54" Lil' Favorite that is 54#@27". You are welcome to try any of them out.
Awesome! This just gets me even more excited! I am still trying to figure out what to bring for a dish or whatever to pass. Any suggestions? Also, I don't have much in the way of extra hunting stuff to put in the raffle. So my question is, would something like hunting dvd's or books be welcome? I have some of both.
Hardway.....donations to the raffle table are not mandatory, but do help the cause... hunting dvds or books are always welcome...... Just surprise us with the dish to pass.....This is a very casual event...so no worries..
Yeah Jacobsladder, I know that donations are not required, but I like the idea of being able to help. Even with it being tight around here I know that it is even tighter for the parents of the children that we are trying to help. So I want to do as much as I can in this reguard. I am trying to learn how to build some bows for my kids right now, and I am thinking that depending on how that goes, I will be making as many as possible. My thoughts are that it will not only help get kids into our awesome sport but it might be another way to help the kids of st.jude's. Anyhow I will think of something to bring. You said that there will be hotdogs there right? Is anyone bringing buns,condiments and that kind of stuff? Thanks Mike.
I'll have my new St. Joe River longbow for certain!! and bring a few more just in case I ware that one out or someone else needs to try one :-)
I will be supplying hot dogs , buns, ketchup, mustard , and chili for all..... YELLOWDOG..will also have his famous chili along. :thumbsup:
Hey Tim if you bring that Model T I would like to give that a try myself. I shot Rons prototype but being LH could not get a real good feel for it but I was very interested in it.
No problem Jeff. I will bring it along. :thumbsup:
QuoteOriginally posted by owlbait:
So, why do we need more than one bow? Do you guys lose your bows AND arrows in the snow? :laughing: :dunno:
Almost, I've seen a few super nice bows get thrown over the brush on the islands so the person and can use both hands to get free...
I wish I could be there, I heard a rumor that there is going to be an 8 x 10 Autographed Picture of Kevin, in the sporting goods store in Buffalo, WY, with Blue Crocs I'll send money just to get a crack at it..
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
heck Mitch, for a few bucks we'll just send ya kevin... :readit:
I wonder how that pizza tasted the second time...LOL......
QuoteOriginally posted by Drew:
heck Mitch, for a few bucks we'll just send ya kevin... :laughing:
Shoot if he is wearing the blue crocs and his under armor shirt I'll pay his way to come stay with you Mitch!! :laughing:
WOW!!! gettin caught up on the postings,,All of you guys are really funny and I know you all will have a great time. I won't be able to make it this year,, Have fun guys and gals,,JB
If Jeff comes down and picks me up, I will have a Bear wood T/D and a Bear Mag T/D.
TTT 15 more days folks!
:biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Send Kevin out when its 20 below zero, with No windchill...
:laughing: :laughing:
Bear...if Jeff doesnt make the drive down to pick you up..then you and your bows will definitely be there in spirit bud!! And im going to write your name on the first arrow shot at the iron bunny :D
One week folks and we'll be Bunny stompping!
Hey Bear is hog season still open in Georgia? We just might be able to work out a deal on me driving down there ;)
I'm bringing my Javaman and a Great northern, and alot of arrows. Todd
Hog season is always open in Ga :)
11 days and a wake up, YAHOOOOOOOOOOO!
Would a "tube" type quiver be good for bunny stompin'?
Like Steve said HOGS ARE ALWAYS OPEN...
Accuweather says sunny and 39 degrees for the 19th! That should have the bunnies sitting out soaking up rays.
That Iron Bunny sounds like an arrow eater for sure. LOL
It sure does,lol! Can't wait to give it a try. Gonna have to bring some special iron bunnie arrows,lol!
QuoteOriginally posted by Rick Butler:
Accuweather says sunny and 39 degrees for the 19th! That should have the bunnies sitting out soaking up rays.
Sounds about right, it's usually cold in the morning, and nice by lunch time! :readit:
Heck maybe this year even I will break down and try the iron bunny :scared: It could happen ;)
ttt
Jeff
Those logs you shoot will knock the Iron Bunnie down. LOL
Sounds like another great time in the making.....
I will be tied up again this year with our annual snow fest at 8 point lake. Ice fishing tourney and lots of other things going on.....
Have fun stompers and be safe!
Ice fishing that sounds like fun..
yeah bear that DRR324 guy ain't got his priorities right, yet..
I could could ice fish if we had a heated shanny and a chain saw so I could cut a 3x3 hole to make sure I had plenty of clearance for my bow fishing rig :thumbsup: :archer2:
Now that sounds like fun! lol Wonder what the CO would say when he showed up. LMAO
Looks like nice weather for the weekend so far...calling for a balmy 39. Rabbits beware, Ethan will be in the woods. Death to all things brown and small....yes trees count too!
Yeah Drew, I hope I got priorities somewhat straight..... Wifes grandma is not doing well, been going to saginaw every wed and saturday to see her. Don't want to make any "big" plans like coming down to the stomp. Wife is having hard time and I figured I could cancel fishing easier than the stomp if need be....
No explaination needed DaveI know your busy..just razzing ya! Hope things get better for your family and we'll keep you guys in our prayers..we do need to get together and fling some arrows soon!
39? Wow, we'll be hunting in shorts!
No I think we should all wear kilts. It will be a highlands style rabbit hunt,,lol
Hope family gets to feeling better Dave !!
Thanks for the kind words guys. Grandma is 89 and decided open heart surgery to fix a couple bad valves was a good idea..... been laid up in hospital bed since Nov 22. Congestive heart failure and things aren't getting any better- sure does put a "mental tax" on family. My wife is her only next of kin and responsible for all of her affairs, POA, etc..... the tougher times are still ahead of us- I'm sure.
QuoteOriginally posted by StJoePTP:
No I think we should all wear kilts. It will be a highlands style rabbit hunt,,lol
you've never seen the brush at sleepy eh? :eek:
Man up Drew....I bringing dogs who needs to go in the bush after there prey. Shoot they even retrieve the rabbit for you. Rabbit hunting is for the lazy man. I may even bring a chair with me.
No manning up sitting in a chair ;)
Chairs thats how its done ....who knows after the looks of the weather we arent going to need chairs...we are going to need boats and innertubes being towed behind them. Gotta love this state.
QuoteOriginally posted by StJoePTP:
Man up Drew....I bringing dogs who needs to go in the bush after there prey. Shoot they even retrieve the rabbit for you. Rabbit hunting is for the lazy man. I may even bring a chair with me.
Good idea with the chair, since we've seen what you can do at league.. :jumper: j/k
it's all good weatherwise, last year the walk to the islands was even more interesting with water on the ice.
Kilts?! Heck, the snow is kilt high....
I ain't wearing no skirt ! :nono:
[/qb][/QUOTE]Good idea with the chair, since we've seen what you can do at league.. :archer:
Whats a COMPOUND :confused:
a compound is something that I shoot way better than the stick and string I'm shooting right now. As much as I love this stuff i will always own a compound too.
It's getting close now boys!! Only 1 more week and a wake up and we will be gathering in St. Johns!! :thumbsup: :campfire:
Unless some of this snow melts I will volinteer to stick around camp and watch the food and fire ;) :campfire:
Sounds to me that we'll be losing most of our snow around here...and that's a blessing!
Someone bring pliers, to pull out Steves bad tooth....
Kevin, you better show up in your royal blue Crocs....
:laughing: :laughing: :laughing:
Doesn't look like I'll make it this year.
Hope you guys at least get to scare a few bunnies and hopefully arrow one. :thumbsup:
That sucks Arwin! Was hoping to meet ya! Maybe at the next one.
Dangit Arwin.
I spent the morning putting together my bunny heads:
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The ones with black washers weigh in at precisely 125grains. Wingnut points weight in at 130grains.
those look like they will do some damage!
Anointed Jeff, That's my job. That and sampling the food to make sure no one gets food poisoning. For some reason I haven't had a chance to sample any bunny stew.
Firefly
We tromped around the Rose Lake area this morning....the snow was ridiculous. It's supposed to warm up though, maybe we will lose a couple inches.
Thats the beauty of this event... if the snow is deep, the fire will be roaring...lots of folks chatting and telling stories.... lots of bows to fondle, chili dogs , and good times with great folks...cant beat it.
Oh you know I'll be there... I may even bring the blue crocks for wearing around the fireplace :D
I'll have framed picture for the raffle... and NO, it is not me in my Wyoming best, LMAO!!
Looking forward to it guys!
Kevin...if you took the pic...we know it will be good....blue crocs or not...i still have the leota owl pic...that is a classic................I also remember the turkey pic.... thanks for your donation!!!!
Here's Kevins Leota, Mi owl pic...some folks are just in the right place at the right time...
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Hey now that I know Arwin's not going to be there, man have I got some stories I can tell you about Arwin :D
I am planning on coming. I have a friend with a good brace of hounds that would like to come just to run the beagles. Let me know if that is OK.
Jashu
Jashu...that would be excellent!!!! glad to see you make it! and i think we may be short on beagles..so bring a bunch!!!!!
ok....Lets get a roll call going...give me an idea on how many hot dogs , buns , and chili for next saturday...............................
See ya there... !!!! Just say im in and how many in your group..thanks.
I didn't want to commit until I was sure, but I'm coming as an army of one.
Think there will be 4 in my group !!
I'm really jeaulous I can't make a Biz Trip, i had the sincere pleasure and privelge of spending soem time wtih jacobsladder, and meeting, Kevin (luv2bowhunt), Drew (drewsbow), Chad Graham (Chad Graham), Tim Fisheel (Tim Fishell), and Ron Bushong at Kalamazoo, as well as Denny Kleiman, and Craig (Fishone)...
You Michigan guys are one of a kind. I was overwhelmed how personable these guys were at KZoo, and although have never met or even talked to these gents, I felt like they were old HS buddies.
I wish I would have stayed over at Kalamazoo, to catch up on the Blue Crocs, and Balcony Olympics. :laughing:
You guys are quite a crew, and I hope our trails cross again.
I'm in, plus three more. Steve if ya need me to bring anything let me know. See ya'll Saturday!
There will be a dozen or so from my monday night league..this is going to be a big turn out....Lets remember the hunters orange...the snow is melting, the fire will be burning , the rabbits will be running and the beagles will be singing....looking forward to see ya on saturday!!!
Hi Steve
Finally going to make it there this year!! Will miss the A.M. hunt but not lunch! Bringing a friend and his son so 3 total.
Been a while since we hunted with White buffalo! I'll be carrying a new-old stick that has a story with it. Throwing in something for the auction too.
Charlie
hey is my 2010 window sticker pass still good or will i need a new passport pass?
Thanks
I'm In :D
I will becoming still. Im bring OS with me. We dropped 7 rabbits yesterday in a span of 10 minuets. It was a blast. Dogs ran really well considering some of the snow. Good workout for sure. Looks like most of the snow will be gone. Thats good cause my thighs are burning today. Can't wait
I'm in and my brother is coming with me. Can't wait!
My wife and I are in.
I'll be there. Pops will not.
I will be there plus 1 friend and 2 grandkids!
Charlie...basically what the state is doing is selling their park permit (passport) at the secretary of state and adding the fee in with your vehicle registration tabs..the fee is 10.00...........this started october of 2010...... i just got off the phone and they are not enforcing on folks that have not been able to register yet.. so vehicles that register feb -sept wont need to worry until they register in 2011...the others should have gotten the park passport at secretary of state..if not ..then dont worry because you can still buy the permit at the park for 10.00 and is good for any state park in 2011.This is a yearly permit... Starting 2012 the fee will be higher at the parks ..so make sure you get the park passport with your plate tabs at secretary of state to save $..hope this helps and is not too confusing!
It will just be me.
Might just be me, Eds a maybe , Jon and Big H backed out, looking forward to meeting you guys, Todd
Change of plans, I will be there!! :wavey: See you guys on Saturday. :)
Awesome Arwin glad to hear it!! :thumbsup:
I'll be there.
well there's 2 more I have wanted to meet,lol. Anyone heard from 2big? Be nice to meet him too.
We will be there in the AM have to head home at noon
Up for the stomp!!!!
Ah Bummer Arwin, I had some great rummors, I mean stories I was going to tell about you :D
For real, that is great to hear bro looking forward to seeing you there :archer2:
Beautiful day here again...weve lost 1/2 of our snow... its going to be a great day saturday !!!
With the rain and high temps they are saying on Thursday and Friday we may need to hunt bunnies from Canoes!! :eek:
Bow fishing Bunnies, that has a ring to it :biglaugh:
Nope..we'll be high and dry with the bunnies..we just wont be able to walk across the lake to the islands...
The people the better. I love seeing our state parks get this kind of use.
As a State Park employee, it makes me feel good knowing that these kinds of events take place at our state parks.
Doc...i can't say enough about how good the state park has been to us...allowing us to use the pavillion, plowing snow, opening the bathrooms, and letting us enjoy our event...theyve been great to us for sure!
Just found out that I'm working this weekend. Have a good time guys, and good luck.
i will be there with owlbait in tow plus possibly 1 other
Hello I have the weekend off and will be at the stomp. :bigsmyl:
Will we need flotation devices for the dogs? Snow should be just about gone. Looking forward to flinging some of my new arrows. C'mon Saturday!
see ya saturday... high and dry..high and dry...just like the bunnies.... :)
Hope you fellers have a good hunt up there in Michigan. We'll be thinkin bout you at GORH.
Hows that lake? Frozen or no?
Sure can tell it's gettin close! I haven't had to click on page 2 to find this in a couple of days!! LOL :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
:archer2:
Can't wait for the weekend!!!
I had a bunny running a couple beagles yesterday off of 127 bout 15minutes north of Lansing...said they saw 32 rabbits. However hunting was hard as the night before it dropped into the teens and that nice soft packing snow from the day before froze and the rabbits were having a field day running on that frozen snow.
Roger..im sure the lake is frozen..but with the snow thaw it and recent melt it will be a slush pond..
QuoteOriginally posted by Roger Norris 2:
Hows that lake? Frozen or no?
frozen for now...I'm hoping the rain holds off, or is very slight.
Either way we are bringing some tip-ups ;)
MOSTLY SUNNY ON SATURDAY HIGH OF 36 FOR NOW...GONNA ME A GREAT STOMP!!!
Stomp Stomp Stomp....
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Whats the normal or expected number of hunters? Will there be plenty of room? Lake frozen? You mean we have to spud holes to shoot scuba diving bunnies?
Sleepy Hollow State Park contains over 2,600 acres of woods, fields and trails. Lake Ovid nestled in the middle of it all was developed by damming the Little Maple River and covers 410-acres.
Weve had 50 plus hunters the last couple years...this is a huge area and room is of no concern..we dont even touch 90 percent of the area.............It's good to break into small groups of half dozen or so..that way if a bunny gets jumped there can be multiple shot attempts.......There is no shortage of brush, pines, etc..... it will be a great time...
There are some good brushy islands on the lake that hold bunnies...if the lake isnt froze we wont be able to get to them..but there is absolutely no shortage of area to hunt.....
There will be a fire burning...some folks will just chill by the fire and talk bows..others will be out pounding the brush...some will hang out at the targets...this is a chance to get out side spend some time with other Michigan trad bowhunters and enjoy what WE love to do...All of you make this event what it is and we enjoy putting it on every year! :)
Well my grandson Kody,son Shane and son in-law Nick can't make it now, but my Bro Rob Jones,and nick's two boys, Jacob and Andrew Ashley and I will be there bright and early!
See you guys there, drive careful and God Bless!
Come on Saturday morning. I am even missing out of some time and a half on Saturday just for the stomp!! :campfire: :archer: :archer2:
I will be there, as I said b4. I am bringing a couple things from Tom at Traditional Outdoor Supply for donations and will c what I can come up with too.
Matt
Hope everyone makes this event...its going to be a good one
SEE YA THERE!!!
OK FOLKS ...WE'VE NAILED DOWN A DATE,PLACE, AND TIME. PLEASE POST WHO ALL IS COMING SO WE HAVE A HEAD COUNT. FEEL FREE TO POST A RAFFLE ITEM IF YOU'RE DONATING. VENDORS FEEL FREE TO P.M. IF INTERESTED IN HELPING THE CAUSE. LETS PUT ON A GOOD SHOW FOR MICHIGAN & SUPPORT ST JUDE. LETS HAVE SOME FUN WITH THIS !!!!!!!! DONATIONS ARE WELCOME , BUT NOT MANDATORY... WE WANT EVERYONE TO JOIN IN THE FUN ...THE CAMP FIRE WILL BE ROARING
MICHIGAN ANNUAL ST JUDE BUNNY STOMP 2011
DATE: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19th
TIME: 8:30 AM
DIRECTIONS: US127, PRICE ROAD, EXIT 91 (ST JOHNS, MI) Follow PRICE rd east to SLEEPY HOLLOW STATE PARK.. (We will have some signs posted}
9AM OFFICIAL START MORNING BUNNY STOMP
12PM CHILI DOGS AND DRINKS AVAILABLE....FEEL FREE TO BRING A DISH IF YOU WANT TO PASS AROUND.
1PM ST JUDE RAFFLE (PLEASE BRING SOMETHING FOR THE RAFFLE TABLE) ANYTHING HUNTING RELATED NEW OR USED... NOT MANDATORY BUT HELPFUL.
AFTER THE RAFFLE WE WILL HAVE FUN SHOOTS AND A AFTERNOON HUNT FOR ALL THAT ARE INTERESTED.
POINTS TO PONDER
WE MUST FOLLOW DNR SMALL GAME LAWS, HUNTER ORANGE AND SMALL GAME LICENSE...LONGBOW, RECURVE, AND SELFBOW ONLY BLUNTS & JUDOS ONLY (NO BROADHEADS OR FIELD POINTS) (FIELD POINTS ARE OK TO SHOOT AT THE TARGETS, BUT WE'D LIKE TO STAY SAFE WHILE HUNTING IN GROUPS AND STICK TO BLUNTS,SMALL GAME HEADS (NO BLADES), AND JUDOS..THANKS)
BRING YOUR BEAGLE
TO ENTER PARK.......THIS IS NEW STARTING THIS YEAR..
If you have the PARK passport when you registered with Secretary of State you are all set...If you do not have the park passport.Each vehicle will need to pay 10.00 for the state park passport at the park...There are no longer daily permits. The 10.00 passport is good for the whole year at any State Park in Michigan... It is a much better deal than the previous 24.00 sticker.
Me and my brother will be there asap. I am bringing a homemade quiver for the raffle. I will try posting a pic tomarrow but no promises,lol. With all I have heard and seen about posting a pic here, it probly won't happen but it's the thought that counts right? LOL
BUNNIES BEWARE!!!
Saturday: Mainly sunny. High 37
:readit: :thumbsup:
Y"all have fun, I'm gonna miss this one, heading to the U.P. in the a.m.
Cant wait, Just finished making a back quiver to donate for the raffle...and I'll probably be up late tomorrow night making arrow's to lose !! (http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj35/DALeFevre/100_3520.jpg)
Hey Mike (hard way) I've got your arrow done!! can't wait for the fun!!
Thanks OS! Can't wait to see them. Hey Harmless, thanks alot! I almost feel like I can't even bring mine to put on the table now. Maybe I can just leave it in the truck and just put a piece of paper on there that says that it is in the truck,lol. After seeing that one nobody in there right mind is going to even look at mine! But all kidding aside, that is a beauty of a quiver! You did a awesome job on it for sure.
YEE HAW! bring it tomorrow boys and girls....good time to be had!
Make sure to mingle, laugh and enjoy it!
Im ready... and Drew I will not be using a chair just for you
All,
Hey just wanted to let everyone know that I will be giving away a few strings in the raffle drawing tomorrow but more importantly David Luscher (bear1336) from Covington, GA contacted me a few weeks back and wanted to donate a custom string also.
I will be giving one away under his name tomorrow.
Thanks again David!
Josh
P.S. Going to be a short night since I don't get out of work until around midnight...9:00 am start, that's early!
Josh...looking forward to seeing you.....we'll be going all day..so just show up when its convenient...we'll do the raffle after lunch and then do an afternoon stomp...see you all there...
Hoping to make it tomorrow for my first Stomp. I get ready for the event every year then back out. Don't see it happening this year. See you in the AM!
:thumbsup:
Things have changed we are not going to make it after all but still are going to put in a youth bow for the raffle or how ever you want to handle it. The winner can pick one from the Draw weights we have instock.
Have fun everyone
David..thanks again and hope to see you folks next year!!
OK....CHILI IS DONE...GOT 160 HOTDOGS AND HOTDOG BUNS..PLUS KETCHUP, CHEESE, ONIONS, MUSTARD ETC... I THINK WE'LL GIVE THE BATHROOMS A GOOD WORK OUT...........DRIVE SAFE AND WE'LL SEE YOU IN THE AM...
:thumbsup:
HERE BUNNY BUNNY BUNNY :-)
What a great day to hunt bunnies! Saw two...took a shot at one...no bunnies harmed. It was good to see so many people show up this year and such a great showing from those in our league. Thanks to all!
Well this year was the first year that I have made it down and it was the first year that I talked my brother into goin down with me. All I can say is "WOW"!!!It was kinda overwhelming when we first pulled in so we just hunted by ourselves. We didn't see anything at all but we had a blast just getting out there and seeing some great hunting territory. At lunch we ran into someone that knew us from home that is friends with our dad. It was great meeting him. Overall it was a great 'stomp in my opinion, plus there was about a grand raised for st.jude's I think. I won a gift certificat from Stone Point Taxidermy in the raffle. Now the pressure is on to shoot a buck,lol. Thanks to everyone that helped put this together. It was great to put some faces with the names.
Wish I could have made it, but work is my priority right now. I need to get my priorities turned around.
It was an absolutely georgeous morning to go "bunny stomping"!! Fist off...I want to thank all involved in organizing this event! And to all who brought food to feed us! It was a pleasure meeting other archers and shooting at that mean 'ol steel bunny! Most of all....it gave me special time with my son Connor! Who admittedly said he enjoyed it too! Looking forward to other excursions with the gang! :thumbsup:
We had a great time with a great bunch of people! My hat's off to Steve and everyone else that worked hard to pull this off. Great job guys! :thumbsup: :clapper:
We'll get the pictures rolling soon.... What a GREAT bunch of Michiganders..... WE raised 1150.00 for St Jude... That was straight raffle sales...we didnt auction anything...so that is an amazingly generous total for straight up raffle tickets at 1$ per ticket. The rabbits were hit and miss... we rolled one and had a few shots...I'll just say the company was much better than the hunting :) Thanks to everyone for sharing this day together and helping St Jude... Special thanks to Drew, Steve Chappel, Bob Wyman, Dave Baker and all others that helped cook and assiste with setup and raffle tickets.... Thanks to all the vendors, fellows from other states, and the great Michigan folks that donated items for the table....Rick Butler was more than generous..thank you Rick!! Also thanks to all that brought beagles!.... The morning was a tad windy, but all in all it was a great day to be outdoors!!!!!!!!! Pics soon for you to enjoy!
We'll get the pictures rolling soon.... What a GREAT bunch of Michiganders..... WE raised 1150.00 for St Jude... That was straight raffle sales...we didnt auction anything...so that is an amazingly generous total for straight up raffle tickets at 1$ per ticket. The rabbits were hit and miss... we rolled one and had a few shots...I'll just say the company was much better than the hunting Thanks to everyone for sharing this day together and helping St Jude... Special thanks to Drew, Steve Chappel, Bob Wyman, Dave Baker and all others that helped cook and assiste with setup and raffle tickets.... Thanks to all the vendors, fellows from other states, and the great Michigan folks that donated items for the table....Rick Butler was more than generous..thank you Rick!! Also thanks to all that brought beagles!.... The morning was a tad windy, but all in all it was a great day to be outdoors!!!!!!!!! Pics soon for you to enjoy!
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Man what a great day! I didn't get a shot off but at least I got to chase a bunny around the thicket for a while.
It was great to hang out with the tradgang crowd and shoot some bows. Steve's venison chili was AWESOME, thanks for all your work in setting this up!
A personal thank you to whoever put in the woodie flu flus on the table, now I'm ready for next year!
Thom
Alot of great items donated for the raffle
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Dave..your quiver was sweeet!!
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Way to go guys and girls! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
nice size group and two thumbs up for St. Judes :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
I like it that there were a lot of young people there!
Thank you Steve, Drew, Steve, Bob, Dave and the many others that make this gathering what it is. I am always amazed at the character of the Michigan bowhunter! As we are in as tough as economic times as many of us have ever seen. But it doesn't stop the hearts of these mighty warriors of the bow and arrow. When it comes to our kids, they are always there. God bless you Steve and crew! God bless you Michigan bowhunters, I am proud to be amoung your ranks!
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Thanks for putting this on, what a neat event. I really enjoy it!!!
Had a great time again this year...didn't see a rabbit this year but heard the dogs all around.
After a lot of walking we decided to wait for the dogs to run one by.
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Arwin and I
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Mr. Firefly...JJ
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Hoping your # is called
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We were talking about the # of tickets in the bucket and it looked like a lot...$1150 is great money for a great cause!
Thanks for puttng this on guy's, had a great day, first time I could make it, won't miss another. Hardway and other two stompers that got Stonepoint gift certificates, shoot me a pm with your numbers, that way if you lose it I can still take care of your antler mount. If you get one that you would like a shoulder mount of I will take the $85 gift cert., off your mount. I will take care of you, thanks again to all who set this up every year, great job guys, Todd
Next year I am going to stand in the middle of the crowd that is in the sun,lol!!! What was the tradgang names of the guys handling the raffle. I know the guy that was not shaking the tickets up was drew,lol!!! But who was modeling the raffle items and calling the numbers? I wish we would have had more time to put names with faces but like I said it was a little overwhelming. The only person that we really talked to was Mr.Morgan. It was nice to meet Arwin and his boy. He looked like he was ready to get some bunny's with that slingshot,lol. Also got to talk to one of you's about building the kid's bow. Which will come in handy for this spring when me and the kids start on there's. Again thanks to everyone involved in setting this up. I wish I would have not forgotten the camera. It would have been kinda neat trying to put a story together with some pics for traditional trails. Maybe next year. That is as good as any reason for "haveing" to go,lol!!!
By the way Todwheelz, thanks for the gift certificate. The wife said that I will have to put in a little more time next year, to get something that can go on it.
Steve Grice (jacobsladder) was picking out the items and Steve Chappel was calling the numbers.
I thought it was jacobsladder that was showing the items but wasn't positive. I was wanting to get to meet him and thank him for helping me get my bow into the raffle 2yrs ago while I was overseas. Well that is 2 of the guys that I was wanting to meet that I am sure I met,lol. Thanks again to OS for the flu-flu's.
Hardway....might be a good idea to wear name tags next year so we know who all is there :thumbsup: Thanks again for making the trip, supporting St Jude, and spending the day with us!
Name Badges is a great idea for next year. I too would have like to know some names for the many great faces I spoke with yesterday. The good looking guy pulling the prizes was Jacobsladder. Drew and I were trying our best to get everyone that bought tickets a prize. My apologies to all that did not draw a prize...next year your odds will improve!
i'll put some more pics tomorrow...what a great time! Thanks to all that donated stuff, and all the great archers I met while running the iron bunny.
Can't wait for next year..
Thanks again guys for your work organizing this event. I donated the turkey call and won the purple and pink 2117 arrows. Didn't catch who donated them but sure appreciate it.My buddy Kevin (KHALVERSON) donated the handmade knife and then lost out on the Bowhunting October Whitetails video because he was a little slow checking his numbers. Then again, he did earn an extra ticket by slipping thru the Bionic Bunny. We both had a great time. Name tags would be a great idea! :thumbsup:
Yall bundled up like its cold! looks like a fun time though
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Yall bundled up like its cold! looks like a fun time though
It really wasnt cold at all for us here in Michigan. It was up to 35. We had a heat wave last week and lost a lot of our snow, its coming back fast now. Back to normal!
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Talked to my brother earlier and he said that after seeing all the "Big Jim" hats yesterday he just had to order one. And he ordered me one too. Nametags sound like a great idea, "HI my name is ___________" lol!
Looks like another great turnout and another successful year for the kids. Wish I could have made it but family obligations kept me from getting there. My daughter was one really happy girl saturday,, we had a great time. Take care guys,,JB
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We were blessed with perfect weather for those few days and made the walk enjoyable for the kids on Saturday. :thumbsup:
Funny how fast our weather has turned in 24hrs, we got real lucky. ;)
My daughter saw one and almost got a shot. I did too but the bunny hauled butt around the tree and ran straight away. :clapper:
Double post... :laughing:
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The kids are where it is at Arwin, my grandkids missed their basketball games to be at the Bunny Stomp
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My buddy Rob and his son Connor.
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My son Sean and I, big kids through and through.
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GREAT PICS..KEEP THEM COMING!
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The kids are where it is at Arwin, my grandkids missed their basketball games to be at the Bunny Stomp
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Hey, they got their priorities straight!!!! :D I would love to see many more kids next year. ;)
Nice pics guys, keep em' coming!
You got that right Arwin!
Here the boys are tuning up for the iron bunny shot. This shoot had already been closed but the boys managed to talk Drew into opening it one more time so they could shoot, LOL!
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Awesome Guys, Awesome!!!! :readit: :notworthy: :clapper: :clapper:
Wish I was there. looks like a lot of fun.
We gave that ol' Iron bunny a shot after it was closed also. And the only difference with it being closed while we shot it was that there was less witnesses there when we missed the sweet spot on the bunny,lol. But I will say this, if it had been a real bunny it would have been real sore on sunday,lol!!!
Great Turn out by a "bunch of quality" folks...
You guys from Michigan are pretty outstanding folks, great turn out, and unbelievable support for a well run event. I wish I coulda made it from Minnesota...
My hats off to all the participants and organizers...
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I think you need to make a road trip next February Gator1 :D
That's great fellas...you guys are doin it right!
Any bunnies?
I agree,it is AWSOME!
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That's great fellas...you guys are doin it right!
Any bunnies?
Thanks Curt. Unfortunatly no bunnies were harmed in the making of this event. But it sure was a great time! :thumbsup: :campfire:
Somebody snapped a picture of my wife behind the steel bunny after her very successful shot through it.
Just wondering if anyone here has that pic?
Great job guys!! Glad ya all had a great time. Wish I could of held my normal event but you guys helped make up for it!! Congrats!! Shawn
I had a great time, shooting at the targets and meeting some new people. Thanks to the father/son team from Marshall MI. for letting me tag along with them and their beagle. :wavey: :wavey:
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Somebody snapped a picture of my wife behind the steel bunny after her very successful shot through it.
Just wondering if anyone here has that pic?
yup it's on my camera, which i keep forgetting at home...
Big thanks to Onestringer for the awesome banner, St. Joe River bows for the youth bow, and everyone that donated prizes and everyone that came out!
PS to the person who lost the disc golf disc on the ice, thank you for the extreme entertainment! :laughing:
Yes...the Onestringer Banner was sweeeeeeeeeeeet!
Great job looks like everyone had a blast. Maybe I can be there next year.
Dave
Check this little guy out! He had a blast but when the dogs started barking he went from party boy to serious hunter in seconds flat :bigsmyl: :thumbsup:
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Check this little guy out! He had a blast but when the dogs started barking he went from party boy to serious hunter in seconds flat :bigsmyl: :thumbsup:
Must be an instinctual thing.
Sorry we missed it Sounds like it was a great time though.
What was the final total for St. Judes? did I miss that in one of the posts
Dave, sounds as though you need to pick up the Wal-mart cheaters I just bought for myself :) , total was $1150. It is posted in the title of this post, sorry you guys missed this shoot, have a good one, Todd
I still think someone owes me for the advice before releasing that pink fletch arrow..we had a few that slipped arrows through the iron bunny but I see his comeback in 2012!
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Special thanks to Mindy and Scott of Onestringer! Make sure you guys support them, they make top notch products and are great people!
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One thing about Sleepy Hollow when the rabbits are MIA, the stumps keep you occupied...not to mention having Kevin around.
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Thanks to Warchild, Kevin, Chad, Terry and Mark for hunting with me. Everyone for chatting at the Iron Bunny, and the crowd hecklers for the shaking of the ticket BIN. :thumbsup:
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Somebody snapped a picture of my wife behind the steel bunny after her very successful shot through it.
Just wondering if anyone here has that pic?
That was an awsome shot! Most were banging metal, some missed the whole thing...... When she steps up like a pro and puts it right through the center.