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Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 07:46:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 07:46:00 PM
Well, after some emailing and phone calls; it is official.
Me, Serge( Drifter2) and Jim Godden are heading for moose in northern Ontario on Sept. 20th!
Serge drew a cow tag for WMU 24 and had nobody to go with.
We did have plans to go with Nick aka Patience to a mixed gun/bow area further south; but he is fighting our MNR folks over land issues.
But the best thing is our new area 24 is ARCHERY only!!!
I spoke with a CO from the area we are going to; he gave me a scoop on a good area to base out of.
We will be hunting the Opasatika river system.
It is an area rich with beaver ponds, dams and shallow backwaters, lots and lots of marsh land.
I was also urged by the CO to buy a few bear tags, he told me it was literally overrun with bears. Told me we would see more bears than moose...he also said it was loaded with moose... ;) :scared:
I plan on taking a whole 1GB of pics and hope to get some video as well.
I want to document the whole trip for future writing fodder.
Now that the players are official, we have a bit over 3 weeks to get it all in line and this show on the road. Good thing we are all experienced outdoor guys with a ton of gear.
Hopefully we bag our moose; but the experience will be the icing on the cake.
Nick may still be a go, I really hope he can make it 4 of us.
wish us luck.
BD
Me, Serge( Drifter2) and Jim Godden are heading for moose in northern Ontario on Sept. 20th!
Serge drew a cow tag for WMU 24 and had nobody to go with.
We did have plans to go with Nick aka Patience to a mixed gun/bow area further south; but he is fighting our MNR folks over land issues.
But the best thing is our new area 24 is ARCHERY only!!!
I spoke with a CO from the area we are going to; he gave me a scoop on a good area to base out of.
We will be hunting the Opasatika river system.
It is an area rich with beaver ponds, dams and shallow backwaters, lots and lots of marsh land.
I was also urged by the CO to buy a few bear tags, he told me it was literally overrun with bears. Told me we would see more bears than moose...he also said it was loaded with moose... ;) :scared:
I plan on taking a whole 1GB of pics and hope to get some video as well.
I want to document the whole trip for future writing fodder.
Now that the players are official, we have a bit over 3 weeks to get it all in line and this show on the road. Good thing we are all experienced outdoor guys with a ton of gear.
Hopefully we bag our moose; but the experience will be the icing on the cake.
Nick may still be a go, I really hope he can make it 4 of us.
wish us luck.
BD
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Post by: the Ferret on August 27, 2007, 07:49:00 PM
Post by: the Ferret on August 27, 2007, 07:49:00 PM
Lucky dogs!
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Post by: Huntrdfk on August 27, 2007, 07:57:00 PM
Post by: Huntrdfk on August 27, 2007, 07:57:00 PM
I second that Mickey! Good luck guys, looking forward to some stories and pics!!!!
David
David
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Post by: HARL on August 27, 2007, 08:02:00 PM
Post by: HARL on August 27, 2007, 08:02:00 PM
Keep your eyes open to the west of ya while yer up thar in case I get lost I may wander over your way.Good luck Fellas !!!
O.B.B.
O.B.B.
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Post by: Mike Orton on August 27, 2007, 08:02:00 PM
Post by: Mike Orton on August 27, 2007, 08:02:00 PM
I'm hoping for next year....
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 08:03:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 08:03:00 PM
Funniest, actually the "saddest" thing about this is that when I called the MNR office up there to get info on the area; the voice recording's first prompt is "If this is a call about a nuisance bear problem, please call...".
Since they cancelled the spring hunt 7 years ago, the incident level is wayyyyyy up.
Sad issue indeed.
BD
Since they cancelled the spring hunt 7 years ago, the incident level is wayyyyyy up.
Sad issue indeed.
BD
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 08:05:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 08:05:00 PM
Tom, we will be about 50 kms west and north of the Kap, about halfway to Hearst..I'll keep a beer or 6 cold for ya. Also, if yours falls thru, you are welcome to join us OBB.
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Post by: RPolk on August 27, 2007, 08:05:00 PM
Post by: RPolk on August 27, 2007, 08:05:00 PM
Sounds like a fine place to put Jim's bows to the test.
I still have a few weeks here before our season opens.
Ray
I still have a few weeks here before our season opens.
Ray
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 08:11:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 08:11:00 PM
Ray, how is your's treating you? I had Jim make me up a padded loop 8125 string for my latest, what a difference from the B50, I ain't going back to dacron anytime soon.
BD
BD
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Post by: R.W. on August 27, 2007, 08:27:00 PM
Post by: R.W. on August 27, 2007, 08:27:00 PM
Big Dog,
Good luck with the swamp donkey's!
Hope you, Jim and group fill your tags
Luck, All
Good luck with the swamp donkey's!
Hope you, Jim and group fill your tags
Luck, All
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Post by: Jim Godden on August 27, 2007, 08:46:00 PM
Post by: Jim Godden on August 27, 2007, 08:46:00 PM
All, just got off the phone with Cary. I guess I'll be doing a show when the final planning session is on in two weeks. Not to worry though, I'm flexible, I'll go where you all tell me to, when you tell me to, and bring what you tell me to.
I was slightly concerned when I learned about the bear situation, but what really has me worried is the thought of Harl wandering the northern bush. If you thought Sasquatch was scary, imagine the OBB coming through the forest at dawn....and the nearest Tim Hortons hundreds of kms away.
JIM
Crecy, Poitiers, Agincourt
I was slightly concerned when I learned about the bear situation, but what really has me worried is the thought of Harl wandering the northern bush. If you thought Sasquatch was scary, imagine the OBB coming through the forest at dawn....and the nearest Tim Hortons hundreds of kms away.
JIM
Crecy, Poitiers, Agincourt
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 27, 2007, 08:52:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 27, 2007, 08:52:00 PM
Man,can't wait to hit the road,set-up camp and chase the mighty moose through the great white north.I'm all pumped up and ready to go :D :D .
Moose,grouse,bears,rabbits and tree rats,great camp fire :thumbsup: .
Can't get any better than this.
Serge
Moose,grouse,bears,rabbits and tree rats,great camp fire :thumbsup: .
Can't get any better than this.
Serge
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 27, 2007, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 27, 2007, 08:55:00 PM
The nearest Tim that far away :scared: :scared: :bigsmyl: .
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Post by: Seeza on August 27, 2007, 09:00:00 PM
Post by: Seeza on August 27, 2007, 09:00:00 PM
Good Luck guys. I'll be in WMU 5 the 22nd to 29th.
Tim
Tim
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Post by: **DONOTDELETE** on August 27, 2007, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: **DONOTDELETE** on August 27, 2007, 09:02:00 PM
good luck & I can't wait to hear the stories & see some pic's
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Post by: HARL on August 27, 2007, 09:04:00 PM
Post by: HARL on August 27, 2007, 09:04:00 PM
Scary part is Jim, I can see your point !!!!!
O.B.B.
O.B.B.
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 09:12:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 09:12:00 PM
:scared: :scared: :eek: :mad: Tim's, Tim's, Tim's.....I need a TIM'S!!!!!!!!GRRRRRRRRRRRROOOOOOOWWWWWWWLLLLLLL!
Scary as hell. ;)
Scary as hell. ;)
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 09:21:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 09:21:00 PM
Good luck Tim, you'll be in the hills, we'll be in the swamps!
hope you get one down.
Are you bowhunting?
the 59# Caddo?
Sweet bow.
BD :)
hope you get one down.
Are you bowhunting?
the 59# Caddo?
Sweet bow.
BD :)
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 09:27:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 09:27:00 PM
I'll be taking both of my Mississippi Lake longbows, tapered ash arrows from Alleghany with either 160 gr Magnus 1's, or 145-160 gr. STOS.
will be toting my sweet hip/belt quiver that tim Roberts made for me.
Good moose medicine, not to mention bear-bashers. :)
will be toting my sweet hip/belt quiver that tim Roberts made for me.
Good moose medicine, not to mention bear-bashers. :)
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Post by: RPolk on August 27, 2007, 09:49:00 PM
Post by: RPolk on August 27, 2007, 09:49:00 PM
C.D.
Bow is shooting great. I'm also shooting tapered Ash shafts and they really like Jim's bow.
I've found more bear sign in the last week than I've seen in two years, so I'm pretty excited.
Hope all goes well, Tell jim I said hello.
Ray
Bow is shooting great. I'm also shooting tapered Ash shafts and they really like Jim's bow.
I've found more bear sign in the last week than I've seen in two years, so I'm pretty excited.
Hope all goes well, Tell jim I said hello.
Ray
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 10:05:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 27, 2007, 10:05:00 PM
I will tell him, hell, he may be on here again to say hello himself. :)
Mine loves the tapered ash too, best flyers out of all I tried.
you get yours from Alleghany?
BD
Mine loves the tapered ash too, best flyers out of all I tried.
you get yours from Alleghany?
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 28, 2007, 01:02:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 28, 2007, 01:02:00 AM
I'll be taking my Mississippi lake longbow and my brack drifter,shoot them both again this morning and pretty hard to even think of leaving one home :D :D , hexshaft woodies tip with 160gr snuffer will be the business ends :bigsmyl: .
Got to try those ash shaft someday.Will bring 2 memory cards and will take a lot of pics.
Got to try those ash shaft someday.Will bring 2 memory cards and will take a lot of pics.
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Post by: JUST-DOO-IT on August 28, 2007, 01:33:00 AM
Post by: JUST-DOO-IT on August 28, 2007, 01:33:00 AM
Good luck guys, I'm heading up to WMU 41 on 9/14. We managed to draw a BULL tag!!
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 28, 2007, 01:37:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 28, 2007, 01:37:00 AM
Thanks Doug,good luck to you guys too.
Serge
Serge
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 28, 2007, 08:12:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 28, 2007, 08:12:00 AM
Starting to think about my food/dishes I will make for the hunt. I know one thing; my big dutch oven will be making the trip north!
I have cooked more meals in that thing than you can shake a stick at, I love that old oven :archer: :jumper:
I have cooked more meals in that thing than you can shake a stick at, I love that old oven :archer: :jumper:
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Post by: Tom Leemans on August 28, 2007, 08:13:00 AM
Post by: Tom Leemans on August 28, 2007, 08:13:00 AM
lalalalalalala I'm not listening!
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 28, 2007, 08:28:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 28, 2007, 08:28:00 AM
Was just getting the details on the trip from my door to Opasatika, ON,
Distance: 602.8 miles or roughly 1,000 Kilometres( for the rest of the world... ;) :p )
Approx. time ( not counting traffic..lol, there is none:)) : 11 hours 24 minutes.
From Opasatika we have to drive north on McCowan road for up to an hour, then down the desired logging road to our desired base-camp site.
It is a loooooonnnnnngggggg way in. :)
BD
Distance: 602.8 miles or roughly 1,000 Kilometres( for the rest of the world... ;) :p )
Approx. time ( not counting traffic..lol, there is none:)) : 11 hours 24 minutes.
From Opasatika we have to drive north on McCowan road for up to an hour, then down the desired logging road to our desired base-camp site.
It is a loooooonnnnnngggggg way in. :)
BD
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Post by: Numitokayo on August 28, 2007, 08:36:00 AM
Post by: Numitokayo on August 28, 2007, 08:36:00 AM
Wishing you guys a great hunt this year. Get lots of Tim's double doubles and have fun, shoot straight :)
DQ
DQ
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Post by: nel on August 28, 2007, 08:36:00 AM
Post by: nel on August 28, 2007, 08:36:00 AM
Man...there's nothing like bow-hunting moose in Northern Ontario...beautiful time of year, lotsa grouse, great fishing...and oh yeah, moose...
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Post by: Golden Hawk on August 28, 2007, 08:50:00 AM
Post by: Golden Hawk on August 28, 2007, 08:50:00 AM
Good Luck Cary!
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Post by: Frenchymanny on August 28, 2007, 08:59:00 AM
Post by: Frenchymanny on August 28, 2007, 08:59:00 AM
Good luck! We'll be waiting for the tales...
Best of everything to you Cary, Serge, Jim
F-Manny
Best of everything to you Cary, Serge, Jim
F-Manny
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Post by: Jim Godden on August 28, 2007, 09:29:00 AM
Post by: Jim Godden on August 28, 2007, 09:29:00 AM
Just over three weeks to go. I'm looking forward to this very much. Laid out a bunch of gear last night and I'm pretty much set. I'll need to put a bit of thought into food and I'll be ready to go.
The only special consideration I might do is to make up a half dozen Tamarack/Purpleheart footed arrows tipped with some 160gr Magnus two blades. Special arrows for a special hunt.
Ray, good to hear from you. Glad to hear the longbow is working out. I was saying that this trip is a lot like the work we used to do, except the camping might be a little more luxurious. And we don't need to throw ourselves out of a helicopter or C130 to get where we need to be.
JIM
Crecy, Poitiers, Agincourt
The only special consideration I might do is to make up a half dozen Tamarack/Purpleheart footed arrows tipped with some 160gr Magnus two blades. Special arrows for a special hunt.
Ray, good to hear from you. Glad to hear the longbow is working out. I was saying that this trip is a lot like the work we used to do, except the camping might be a little more luxurious. And we don't need to throw ourselves out of a helicopter or C130 to get where we need to be.
JIM
Crecy, Poitiers, Agincourt
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Post by: Ontario Longbow on August 28, 2007, 09:42:00 AM
Post by: Ontario Longbow on August 28, 2007, 09:42:00 AM
Best of luck, Jim, Cary and Serge,, Can't wait to read the trip report,,,Frank
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 28, 2007, 09:48:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 28, 2007, 09:48:00 AM
ahhhhh...the famed, venerable, mystical, fabled K-zoo arrows.... ;)
With some 160 gr magnus 1's? gonna be moose-rib smashing missles of destruction!
I can't wait to just SEE them arrows. :p
I, like Jim, am pretty much set, All I gotta do is go thru my gear and pick what I really need ( and some stuff that I don't... ;) )
And I agree with Mr. Mississippi Lake Longbow; this may seem like work, but when we are sitting around the campfire at nite, enjoying some adult beverages; work will be the furthest thing from my mind!
I am as pumped about going for some brookies with my bamboo 6wt as I am about chasing the Alces Alces!!!
Harl was giving me some handy tips for bowhunting these big critters, I thanks him for his very aged advice. :p
I am going to order another Grizzly glove From Tim at Braveheart, I love the one that I have from him, and I do need some 160 gr. BH's.
It will be a whirlwind of activity for us though. besides the trip planning and moose hunting; we will be coming home, resting 1 day, then the Ontario opener for Whitetails opens.
Falls into the "hard job, but somebody has to do it" category. :)
BD
With some 160 gr magnus 1's? gonna be moose-rib smashing missles of destruction!
I can't wait to just SEE them arrows. :p
I, like Jim, am pretty much set, All I gotta do is go thru my gear and pick what I really need ( and some stuff that I don't... ;) )
And I agree with Mr. Mississippi Lake Longbow; this may seem like work, but when we are sitting around the campfire at nite, enjoying some adult beverages; work will be the furthest thing from my mind!
I am as pumped about going for some brookies with my bamboo 6wt as I am about chasing the Alces Alces!!!
Harl was giving me some handy tips for bowhunting these big critters, I thanks him for his very aged advice. :p
I am going to order another Grizzly glove From Tim at Braveheart, I love the one that I have from him, and I do need some 160 gr. BH's.
It will be a whirlwind of activity for us though. besides the trip planning and moose hunting; we will be coming home, resting 1 day, then the Ontario opener for Whitetails opens.
Falls into the "hard job, but somebody has to do it" category. :)
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 28, 2007, 01:12:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 28, 2007, 01:12:00 PM
Thanks Frank,Cary has the job about the trip report :readit: it .
Been shooting with 760gr arrows today and those are just smoking out of the "primal Quest" longbow,finally found (or very close to it) the sweet spot and closed the group to a 5" at 15 yards and getting better (I think :D ).
It is quite the distance Cary for sure but worth it all the way,nice landscape,lakes and forest to look at and enjoy,neer get enough of the outdoor.
Serge
Been shooting with 760gr arrows today and those are just smoking out of the "primal Quest" longbow,finally found (or very close to it) the sweet spot and closed the group to a 5" at 15 yards and getting better (I think :D ).
It is quite the distance Cary for sure but worth it all the way,nice landscape,lakes and forest to look at and enjoy,neer get enough of the outdoor.
Serge
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 28, 2007, 01:14:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 28, 2007, 01:14:00 PM
neer get :confused: never get, :knothead: I meant
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 28, 2007, 02:20:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 28, 2007, 02:20:00 PM
It's okay Serge, leave the scribing to me there my friend!!! lol
I am betting this will be a fine chapter or article for publication in the near future.
BD :bigsmyl: :thumbsup: :campfire:
I am betting this will be a fine chapter or article for publication in the near future.
BD :bigsmyl: :thumbsup: :campfire:
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 28, 2007, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 28, 2007, 07:08:00 PM
Well... Serge. what are you shooting to get 760 grs????
BD
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 28, 2007, 08:44:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 28, 2007, 08:44:00 PM
23/64 hexshaft,160gr magnus1.
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Post by: HARL on August 28, 2007, 09:03:00 PM
Post by: HARL on August 28, 2007, 09:03:00 PM
Serge thats the kind of weight I like to shoot!Sounds like a deadly combo.
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Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on August 28, 2007, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: BigRonHuntAlot on August 28, 2007, 09:05:00 PM
Good Luck Guys, Hoping you bring enough Moose Meat back for Trad Gang... LOL
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 29, 2007, 12:02:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 29, 2007, 12:02:00 AM
Harl,I don't care much about arrow speed,sure the faster the better (sometimes),but I like an arrow with razor sharp broadheads that hit and hit hard.
Hope to see you soon bud.
Ron,about the moose meat :rolleyes: ,quite a huge family to feed :D
Thanks and hopefully we'll have something to show you bros.
Hope to see you soon bud.
Ron,about the moose meat :rolleyes: ,quite a huge family to feed :D
Thanks and hopefully we'll have something to show you bros.
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Post by: Seeza on August 29, 2007, 07:19:00 AM
Post by: Seeza on August 29, 2007, 07:19:00 AM
Cary,
Yes, the 59# Caddo with an Eskimo tipped 600 gr arrow. Looking forward to the story of your hunt. All the best.
Tim
Yes, the 59# Caddo with an Eskimo tipped 600 gr arrow. Looking forward to the story of your hunt. All the best.
Tim
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 29, 2007, 07:25:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 29, 2007, 07:25:00 AM
same to you Tim, take alot of pics.
:)
BD
:)
BD
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Post by: hunt it on August 29, 2007, 07:42:00 AM
Post by: hunt it on August 29, 2007, 07:42:00 AM
Cary,
That Opasatika area is beautiful, thats where we hunt timber wolves every year. I know that country better than I would like to sometimes. After you chase wolves around on snoweshoes for 8hrs a day you get to know the bush well. It's good moose country and good wolf country. It's a little cold for bears when I'm up there but my buddy from Kap says there is no shortage of them.
We are headed north for opening archery moose as well, we leave the 13th. There is six of us and we have two archery bull tags. So lets hope the cold frosty still mornings are abundant! Good luck.
That Opasatika area is beautiful, thats where we hunt timber wolves every year. I know that country better than I would like to sometimes. After you chase wolves around on snoweshoes for 8hrs a day you get to know the bush well. It's good moose country and good wolf country. It's a little cold for bears when I'm up there but my buddy from Kap says there is no shortage of them.
We are headed north for opening archery moose as well, we leave the 13th. There is six of us and we have two archery bull tags. So lets hope the cold frosty still mornings are abundant! Good luck.
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 29, 2007, 08:08:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 29, 2007, 08:08:00 AM
Dave,
Could you pm me? I would like to call you and pick your brains a bit. My long distance is free :)
Thanks,
Cary
Could you pm me? I would like to call you and pick your brains a bit. My long distance is free :)
Thanks,
Cary
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 29, 2007, 11:12:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 29, 2007, 11:12:00 AM
just got off the horn with Huntit...Dave gave me some real good tips for hunting cow moose... :)
this will be a bonus for sure.
thanks Dave.
BD
this will be a bonus for sure.
thanks Dave.
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 29, 2007, 12:07:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 29, 2007, 12:07:00 PM
That's great Cary,if cow moose are like my ex,they must talk a lot :bigsmyl: .
Started my list,so far so good.Tomorrow is snuffer sharpening day.
SP
Started my list,so far so good.Tomorrow is snuffer sharpening day.
SP
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 29, 2007, 02:09:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 29, 2007, 02:09:00 PM
Nawwwww, not so much calling, but let me put it this way....I have a pair of Zeiss binos.... Get some good ones; we will be putting them to use! ;)
BD
BD
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 29, 2007, 05:10:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 29, 2007, 05:10:00 PM
Good news!!! I got the word that my new Chekmate Thunderbird is on it's way to Mississippi, to Chad at Recurves.com....kinda a bummer in a way, it was supposed to come from BC to me direct here in Ontario.
A mix-up is sending to Chad 1st, he said he will send it asap as soon as he gets it, gonna be a week later coming to me, but, hell, I've waited since Dec. 1st for this bow!!! :)
It is a 58", 54#'s at 26", hickory and actionwood core, waterfall bubinga veneers.
Bubinga and purpleheart riser with dyed actionwood accent stripes.
Topped off with a couple of Chad's custom padded loop D97 strings!! Gonna be a pretty one and I"m betting a shooter.
So, along with my 2 Mississippi Lake longbows, the thunderbird will be heading north as well, may be good medicine. :campfire:
A mix-up is sending to Chad 1st, he said he will send it asap as soon as he gets it, gonna be a week later coming to me, but, hell, I've waited since Dec. 1st for this bow!!! :)
It is a 58", 54#'s at 26", hickory and actionwood core, waterfall bubinga veneers.
Bubinga and purpleheart riser with dyed actionwood accent stripes.
Topped off with a couple of Chad's custom padded loop D97 strings!! Gonna be a pretty one and I"m betting a shooter.
So, along with my 2 Mississippi Lake longbows, the thunderbird will be heading north as well, may be good medicine. :campfire:
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 29, 2007, 08:49:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 29, 2007, 08:49:00 PM
Congrats on your Checkmate Cary,looks like another sweet bow!!
Can we leave tomorrow :D :D :D ,could barely sleep last nite when I got home from work,too many things to think about and prepare.Got a bunch of broadheads to sharpen,some coming from Tim at bravehearth archery,great service and friendly,always nice to do business with Tim.
Can we leave tomorrow :D :D :D ,could barely sleep last nite when I got home from work,too many things to think about and prepare.Got a bunch of broadheads to sharpen,some coming from Tim at bravehearth archery,great service and friendly,always nice to do business with Tim.
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 29, 2007, 09:08:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 29, 2007, 09:08:00 PM
Yep, Tim is a staight up # 1 guy, a real good sponsor here.
BD :)
BD :)
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 30, 2007, 12:01:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 30, 2007, 12:01:00 AM
I haven't got the maps I ordered yet but will have them to look at when we meet Sept 8th.Should be interesting all the infos we will gather and make choices on.
SP
SP
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 30, 2007, 12:38:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 30, 2007, 12:38:00 AM
Large moose bath tub,
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/udboss2/100_0294.jpg)
Sunset at the lake,
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/udboss2/100_0279.jpg)
And moose tracks,
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/udboss2/100_0311.jpg)
Priceless....
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/udboss2/100_0294.jpg)
Sunset at the lake,
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/udboss2/100_0279.jpg)
And moose tracks,
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/udboss2/100_0311.jpg)
Priceless....
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 30, 2007, 06:50:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 30, 2007, 06:50:00 AM
Now yer getting me boiled up Serge!!!! lol
got any more pics? :)
BD
got any more pics? :)
BD
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 30, 2007, 07:03:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 30, 2007, 07:03:00 AM
Jim, wake up and take a look! I know you are hard at work making beautiful longbows; but take at least a wee break.... ;)
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Post by: Jim Godden on August 30, 2007, 09:23:00 AM
Post by: Jim Godden on August 30, 2007, 09:23:00 AM
Cary, don't worry, I've been up for a while. Looks good. I'm really looking forward to the break, as you know I took a lot of orders in the Spring and I'm two bows and one outdoor show away from clearing the work board, which I'd like to do before the years hunting adventures begin. We took ample holidays through the summer but traveling with your spouse is just not the same as a hunting trip...
Serge, There is a good store for maps in the Sparks Street mall in Ottawa. They have most of the topo maps and charts in the catalogue on hand. If it's not too late I could see if I can pick them up over the counter. I was planning a trip downtown to get maps for myself, (along with a handful of good cigars for the trip).
I guess this makes my retirement from the military official, and finally labels me as a civilian as this will be the first topo map I ever purchased!!
JIM
Crecy, Poitiers, Agincourt
Serge, There is a good store for maps in the Sparks Street mall in Ottawa. They have most of the topo maps and charts in the catalogue on hand. If it's not too late I could see if I can pick them up over the counter. I was planning a trip downtown to get maps for myself, (along with a handful of good cigars for the trip).
I guess this makes my retirement from the military official, and finally labels me as a civilian as this will be the first topo map I ever purchased!!
JIM
Crecy, Poitiers, Agincourt
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 30, 2007, 09:47:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 30, 2007, 09:47:00 AM
Jim,
Cigars!!! lol, I was planning a trip to our local tobacconist to pick up some as well.
I have a map on the way that is a hi-quality topo/road map of our area in about a 40-60 mile radius. World-maps in Ottawa. shows ALL the spots, even down to the individual beaver huts, their names and family members... ;) :p
Welcome to ranks of the civies Jim :)
BD
Cigars!!! lol, I was planning a trip to our local tobacconist to pick up some as well.
I have a map on the way that is a hi-quality topo/road map of our area in about a 40-60 mile radius. World-maps in Ottawa. shows ALL the spots, even down to the individual beaver huts, their names and family members... ;) :p
Welcome to ranks of the civies Jim :)
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 30, 2007, 11:08:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 30, 2007, 11:08:00 AM
:bigsmyl:
Thanks Jim,Cary and I should get all the maps needed early next week.
See ya soon
SP
Thanks Jim,Cary and I should get all the maps needed early next week.
See ya soon
SP
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 30, 2007, 11:19:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 30, 2007, 11:19:00 AM
Serge, I emailed you a list of stuff we need, check it out and let me know what you think.
forgot to add Jim's slug-gun and ammo on the list, you never know with the amount of bears up there at that time of the year!
3 weeks to go!
BD :bigsmyl:
forgot to add Jim's slug-gun and ammo on the list, you never know with the amount of bears up there at that time of the year!
3 weeks to go!
BD :bigsmyl:
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 30, 2007, 12:26:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 30, 2007, 12:26:00 PM
Thanks Cary,good list,still have to go through it and mine too.Just got the softMap5 via mail,awesome!! it cover the entire ont north east down to 1:50,000 scale,great software,we can study some areas and print the maps needed.It has GPS interface too,awesome.
Peper spray would be good too,we had a bear once in the tent just half hour after we went to bed,no fun I'm telling you,fortunately nobody got hurt,took the food he was after and left in a hurry,that beef stew would have been good,grrrrrr.That is when you learn to stock all the goodies away from where you are sleeping :bigsmyl: .
SP
Peper spray would be good too,we had a bear once in the tent just half hour after we went to bed,no fun I'm telling you,fortunately nobody got hurt,took the food he was after and left in a hurry,that beef stew would have been good,grrrrrr.That is when you learn to stock all the goodies away from where you are sleeping :bigsmyl: .
SP
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 30, 2007, 06:13:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 30, 2007, 06:13:00 PM
My map should be in very soon. will be good to compare the 2 maps on the 8th.
Pepper spray??? they sell it here at the surplus store, maybe I should check into it? you never know what them rascals will do after the night comes and they can sneak in under the veil of dark. :scared: :help:
BD
Pepper spray??? they sell it here at the surplus store, maybe I should check into it? you never know what them rascals will do after the night comes and they can sneak in under the veil of dark. :scared: :help:
BD
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on August 30, 2007, 06:21:00 PM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on August 30, 2007, 06:21:00 PM
Hey Guys,
I see that the adventures of Cary's crew will begin once again...sooooon.! :scared: I don't want to read the headlines on the internet about a bunch men lost in the wilderness area of WMU 24!!!
Please keep the food away from the people at night! The bears might mistake the crew for food. :eek:
It sounds like the plans will come together quite easily and I hope that you have enough vehicles and space to pack all the necessities, adult beverages and have to haves!
You better make sure that you bring some coffee. You never know who will come crashing through the bush with with desperation in their eyes for a Timmy's!!! :p Tom...aka OBB!
I wish you all happy hunting dreams and peaceful sleep (without any attacks, hopefully from the bears!)
I hope that you have a successful hunt and are able to start to fill the freezers at home.
It sounds like you will have a blast in the deep, dark woods... I would expect that you will hear lots of howling in the night painted with stars.
Have a wonderful time, I wish I was going too. :wavey: Please be careful and keep your eyes open for any messages in the vast expansion of Nature. Sometimes there are things that you are meant to see and miss. :campfire:
Best Wishes
Kelly
I see that the adventures of Cary's crew will begin once again...sooooon.! :scared: I don't want to read the headlines on the internet about a bunch men lost in the wilderness area of WMU 24!!!
Please keep the food away from the people at night! The bears might mistake the crew for food. :eek:
It sounds like the plans will come together quite easily and I hope that you have enough vehicles and space to pack all the necessities, adult beverages and have to haves!
You better make sure that you bring some coffee. You never know who will come crashing through the bush with with desperation in their eyes for a Timmy's!!! :p Tom...aka OBB!
I wish you all happy hunting dreams and peaceful sleep (without any attacks, hopefully from the bears!)
I hope that you have a successful hunt and are able to start to fill the freezers at home.
It sounds like you will have a blast in the deep, dark woods... I would expect that you will hear lots of howling in the night painted with stars.
Have a wonderful time, I wish I was going too. :wavey: Please be careful and keep your eyes open for any messages in the vast expansion of Nature. Sometimes there are things that you are meant to see and miss. :campfire:
Best Wishes
Kelly
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Post by: HARL on August 30, 2007, 08:24:00 PM
Post by: HARL on August 30, 2007, 08:24:00 PM
The northern lights generally put on quite a show that time of year.They may show me the way !!!!!
OBB
OBB
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 30, 2007, 08:48:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 30, 2007, 08:48:00 PM
Thanks Kelly,no,there is never a dull moment at night in the northern forest and that make it special,as close to nature as it can gets.I spent 9 days once, 8 miles in without seeing a single person but our own party members,felt good to be away from it all and just enjoy the best of nature.
You are right too Tom about the northern lights and the millions stars you get to see up there,just fantastic.
SP
You are right too Tom about the northern lights and the millions stars you get to see up there,just fantastic.
SP
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 30, 2007, 10:41:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 30, 2007, 10:41:00 PM
The northern lights???? wow!!! how cool is that gonna be.
Can't wait to se that:)
BD
Can't wait to se that:)
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 02:47:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 02:47:00 AM
Bring a lot of salt for your bear skin,I'll set you up in a win win tree stand,I learned from the master bear baiter,an old Indian guide from Timmins :D :D who BTW is welcome to join us in what will soon become the famous northern traditional moose camp :campfire: :archer: :jumper:
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on August 31, 2007, 03:16:00 AM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on August 31, 2007, 03:16:00 AM
Hey Serge,
what are you doing up so early in the moon-filled morning? I have trouble sleeping and was sitting here wide awake.
AAhhh, I bet you are getting in the mode for deer season, up early before they open there eyes and stealth your way into the forest!! :eek:
It sounds like you are a pro at packing what to take into the bush on long, extended hunting excursions.
I bet you will have a trailer filled to capacity and more, looking much like "The Grinch Who Stole Christmas" LOL :bigsmyl:
Have fun packing! Enjoy the rest of your long day ahead of you. Daylight is no where in sight yet!
TFW
what are you doing up so early in the moon-filled morning? I have trouble sleeping and was sitting here wide awake.
AAhhh, I bet you are getting in the mode for deer season, up early before they open there eyes and stealth your way into the forest!! :eek:
It sounds like you are a pro at packing what to take into the bush on long, extended hunting excursions.
I bet you will have a trailer filled to capacity and more, looking much like "The Grinch Who Stole Christmas" LOL :bigsmyl:
Have fun packing! Enjoy the rest of your long day ahead of you. Daylight is no where in sight yet!
TFW
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 07:46:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 07:46:00 AM
Serge,
man, you were still up at almost 3 am???? You and Jim will get along famous at the campfire!!! Everytime I hold a get together; Jim is the one who closes shop!
Be a contest to see who hits the hay 1st...I know I'll be the winner, you 2 will have to settle for 2nd place. ;) :)
BD
man, you were still up at almost 3 am???? You and Jim will get along famous at the campfire!!! Everytime I hold a get together; Jim is the one who closes shop!
Be a contest to see who hits the hay 1st...I know I'll be the winner, you 2 will have to settle for 2nd place. ;) :)
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 10:58:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 10:58:00 AM
I know,have to work till 11:45pm and sometimes later,today have to work a 12 hours shift,yerkkkkkkk,but it's a job.I have access to the net and check on the gang when time permit.
Kelly, I use to pack a lot of stuff,but not anymore,just what's needed,no more.I remember one year we got a cow and a bull on next day,we barely made it back home,overloaded!! Good problem to deal with thought :D
Kelly, I use to pack a lot of stuff,but not anymore,just what's needed,no more.I remember one year we got a cow and a bull on next day,we barely made it back home,overloaded!! Good problem to deal with thought :D
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 11:28:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 11:28:00 AM
I just got done cresting some arrows, 24 of them to be exact!! 12 for Manny, 12 for me.
6 of mine will be heading north for our moose trip, the other six are target/stumping arrows.
Tapered ash, that will finish out at around 630-640 grains, good moose whackers!
I think I'm gonna go with the 160 gr STOS heads, the look like a good head, and I'm betting they will fly like rockets.
I have a pack here of 145 STOS that I'm gonna use for deer; the little extra out front from the 160's will be nice for a moose.
Busy, busy, busy... :)
6 of mine will be heading north for our moose trip, the other six are target/stumping arrows.
Tapered ash, that will finish out at around 630-640 grains, good moose whackers!
I think I'm gonna go with the 160 gr STOS heads, the look like a good head, and I'm betting they will fly like rockets.
I have a pack here of 145 STOS that I'm gonna use for deer; the little extra out front from the 160's will be nice for a moose.
Busy, busy, busy... :)
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 11:59:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 11:59:00 AM
Ok,I was missing something :saywhat:
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/udboss2/DSC00641.jpg)
Now I'm almost ready...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/udboss2/DSC00641.jpg)
Now I'm almost ready...
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Post by: HARL on August 31, 2007, 12:12:00 PM
Post by: HARL on August 31, 2007, 12:12:00 PM
Serge,
Did you get that for me ???? Very nice !
Did you get that for me ???? Very nice !
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 12:24:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 12:24:00 PM
Tom, someone already claimed "longbow" so I settle for "longbow1",I wanted a personalized plate to reflect my passion and sport,so I got it now.One word of advise,if you want one,don't think about it for too long :readit: :D :D they sell fast.
Serge
Serge
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 12:24:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 12:24:00 PM
You are in Alexandria?? should it not say:
Ontario/Quebec ???? ;) :p :p :jumper:
No Tom, yours needs to say: O.B.B. #1
BD
Ontario/Quebec ???? ;) :p :p :jumper:
No Tom, yours needs to say: O.B.B. #1
BD
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Post by: Patience on August 31, 2007, 12:28:00 PM
Post by: Patience on August 31, 2007, 12:28:00 PM
Hey, don't count me out yet. And for the record, I'm not in trouble with the MNR up here. I'm in a battle because they want to steel 3/4 of my land without any compensation. I have my ash arrows footed with bocoté (700- 740gr)ready to go. New bheads and all the gear is ready. I'm still planning as if I'm going, I'm just not sure of what will be happening when the time comes.
Serge, thanks for the invite and I am pretty easy. I have been moose hunting for a few years so have eveything I need. I always look forward to this time of the year! I love the moose hunt!
Serge, thanks for the invite and I am pretty easy. I have been moose hunting for a few years so have eveything I need. I always look forward to this time of the year! I love the moose hunt!
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 12:35:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 12:35:00 PM
Absolutely not Cary,I made sure I was on the right side of the Ont/Que border :knothead: F-Manny,just kidding :thumbsup:
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 12:39:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 12:39:00 PM
Nick,I sure hope you can join us,I will need help to keep under control Cary and Jim :knothead: :biglaugh:
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 12:44:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 12:44:00 PM
Serge.... he ha ha, he he he... ;) Oh but you got Manny good!! Actually, Montreal is prolly more english than Alexandria!! oui?
Nicky,
you ain't counted out man, we are still hoping you can come with us! C'mon, you can DO IT!!!
BD :)
Nicky,
you ain't counted out man, we are still hoping you can come with us! C'mon, you can DO IT!!!
BD :)
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Post by: Patience on August 31, 2007, 12:47:00 PM
Post by: Patience on August 31, 2007, 12:47:00 PM
serge, I don't know about controlling, but I can sure help you loose them in the bush for a couple days;-)
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 12:58:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 12:58:00 PM
Nick,thing is under the influence of adult drinks they can surely be controlled no problem,when they are sober could be a different story :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl: .Like you said,they can be sent to check that 3 miles in swamp :biglaugh: .
Ok now,I'm off to work,I will check-in later tonight.
Serge
Ok now,I'm off to work,I will check-in later tonight.
Serge
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 01:15:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 01:15:00 PM
uh uh...no way jose'..I'm taking a GPS, maps and a compass..wobbly pops or not, I'm coming back to the tent for the night!! lol :readit: :knothead:
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Post by: HARL on August 31, 2007, 01:30:00 PM
Post by: HARL on August 31, 2007, 01:30:00 PM
One thing I can say about Nick that he mentioned.He sure is easy !!!!! :bigsmyl:
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Post by: Patience on August 31, 2007, 02:51:00 PM
Post by: Patience on August 31, 2007, 02:51:00 PM
Harl, I'm sure you understand that as we get older we can't be as picky. LOL. I meant that I pack light, camp light, and only need a fire at night.
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 04:58:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 04:58:00 PM
"pack light...cold at night"....remember that one Nick!! lol
:)
:)
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Post by: Luke Vander Vennen on August 31, 2007, 06:55:00 PM
Post by: Luke Vander Vennen on August 31, 2007, 06:55:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Big Dog:Not if they move it! :D
wobbly pops or not, I'm coming back to the tent for the night!!
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 06:59:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 06:59:00 PM
I'm puttin' a damn beeper in it!!! I'll find it don't you worry none Lukester...
wish you could come, you could be my spotter!! :)
LOL
BD
wish you could come, you could be my spotter!! :)
LOL
BD
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Post by: Luke Vander Vennen on August 31, 2007, 07:05:00 PM
Post by: Luke Vander Vennen on August 31, 2007, 07:05:00 PM
And I could put the finishing shot in, just like with that fish :readit: :bigsmyl:
We'd be the dream team of moose hunting. I'm tall enough to seem them over the trees, you're short enough to sneak under them to get a good shot :D
We'd be the dream team of moose hunting. I'm tall enough to seem them over the trees, you're short enough to sneak under them to get a good shot :D
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 07:23:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 07:23:00 PM
And I could carry it out...I'll need you to carry our bows though!! :)
I've been going all out, pulling out the stops getting into shape for this trip, push ups( more than I normally do), ab work( used to own a great 6 pack at one time...lol
And I'm doing uphill hikes with my back packing pack loaded with 60-65 pounds, 3-4 times a week.
I'm on the hills for about 30 min.
Feels good though Luke, feels good!
BD
I've been going all out, pulling out the stops getting into shape for this trip, push ups( more than I normally do), ab work( used to own a great 6 pack at one time...lol
And I'm doing uphill hikes with my back packing pack loaded with 60-65 pounds, 3-4 times a week.
I'm on the hills for about 30 min.
Feels good though Luke, feels good!
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 08:39:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on August 31, 2007, 08:39:00 PM
Cary, when you get my age you do the same but heading downhill !["[dntthnk]"]("graemlins/dntthnk.gif" "\"\"")
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 09:24:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 09:24:00 PM
You got your stumping arrows ready Serge for next Sat.?
I have a great spot we got to, very rugged, but very pretty and lots and lots of stumps, bring your maps, we can compare and plan.
Just got in from 45 min on the hills!, nice and cool out tonite though.
BD
I have a great spot we got to, very rugged, but very pretty and lots and lots of stumps, bring your maps, we can compare and plan.
Just got in from 45 min on the hills!, nice and cool out tonite though.
BD
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Post by: Ontario Longbow on August 31, 2007, 10:03:00 PM
Post by: Ontario Longbow on August 31, 2007, 10:03:00 PM
Serge,, I know that was my plate,, Very nice,, Best of luck on your hunt ,,Frank.
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Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 10:33:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on August 31, 2007, 10:33:00 PM
Frank.....didn't you sell your longbow????? ;) ;) :p Looks like you'll have to get this:
"OntarioWidder"
BD;)
"OntarioWidder"
BD;)
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Post by: Ontario Longbow on August 31, 2007, 11:44:00 PM
Post by: Ontario Longbow on August 31, 2007, 11:44:00 PM
Just got me a new "Toelke Whip",, more to come,,,Check the "Classifieds",,Longbow For-Ever,,Frank
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 01, 2007, 07:04:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 01, 2007, 07:04:00 AM
Way to go Frank!!!!! :bigsmyl: :thumbsup: Longbow man brought back into the fold!
Now if we could just get ya up north for moose.... ;)
BD
Now if we could just get ya up north for moose.... ;)
BD
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 01, 2007, 08:51:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 01, 2007, 08:51:00 AM
Did a weathernetwork.ca check on Opasatika this am...3 degrees and fog... :) GREAT moose weather.
long range shows a drying, cooling trend the closer to the 20th we get.
I'm betting it will be dry and cold at night, warming a bit during the day, then cooling in the evening.
Mooskie here we come!
;)
long range shows a drying, cooling trend the closer to the 20th we get.
I'm betting it will be dry and cold at night, warming a bit during the day, then cooling in the evening.
Mooskie here we come!
;)
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 01, 2007, 07:22:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 01, 2007, 07:22:00 PM
Ya,nights are cool already up there,that's what we need.I like cool overcast days,anything to get the moose moving. Been working on some more arrows,should finish them by week end next week.
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 02, 2007, 09:14:00 AM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 02, 2007, 09:14:00 AM
Good Morning Gentlemen,
Have a question for all of you... I have a few extra aprons in my kitchen. :scared:
Don't forget the flagging tape so you don't get lost!!! Bring lots of arrows, I get the feeling that it will pretty easy to lose them up there in the dense bush.
Would it be alright with everyone, if I sent some goodies for your trip. I have a little time on my hands and baking is my therapy!!! ;)
Maybe on one of your future hunting trips you will have the luxury of staying in a secluded lodge and a bring a cook with you to keep the home fires burning and food ready when you come in. Now that would be hunting in style, but I know you guys enjoy roughing it. :bigsmyl: LOL!
Enjoy the rest of weekend. When I was driving home from Denbigh yesterday, you should have seen all the bon-fire parties I past by the lakes. It was just beautiful with sun just going down.
TFW
Have a question for all of you... I have a few extra aprons in my kitchen. :scared:
Don't forget the flagging tape so you don't get lost!!! Bring lots of arrows, I get the feeling that it will pretty easy to lose them up there in the dense bush.
Would it be alright with everyone, if I sent some goodies for your trip. I have a little time on my hands and baking is my therapy!!! ;)
Maybe on one of your future hunting trips you will have the luxury of staying in a secluded lodge and a bring a cook with you to keep the home fires burning and food ready when you come in. Now that would be hunting in style, but I know you guys enjoy roughing it. :bigsmyl: LOL!
Enjoy the rest of weekend. When I was driving home from Denbigh yesterday, you should have seen all the bon-fire parties I past by the lakes. It was just beautiful with sun just going down.
TFW
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 02, 2007, 07:41:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 02, 2007, 07:41:00 PM
Aprons, APRONS!!!!! maybe for Nick, not this old fella...lol
Another cool nite and we are less than 3 weeks men!!
BD :)
Another cool nite and we are less than 3 weeks men!!
BD :)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 03, 2007, 08:43:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 03, 2007, 08:43:00 AM
2 1/2 weeks to go!!! plans are going to be laid this coming Sat. When Serge comes down with Manny to tune up his new twig. :)
we are gonna shoot, eat, go stumpshooting to a fave area of mine and Jake's,and maybe hang a stand or 2... ;)
Looking forward to the poring over of the maps.
BD
we are gonna shoot, eat, go stumpshooting to a fave area of mine and Jake's,and maybe hang a stand or 2... ;)
Looking forward to the poring over of the maps.
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 03, 2007, 05:07:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 03, 2007, 05:07:00 PM
Yes less than 3 weeks,just got back from Sherbrooke,Que,had a busy longggggg weekend,I better get things going here or I'll be running :banghead: :banghead: .
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 03, 2007, 07:59:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 03, 2007, 07:59:00 PM
Was just out shooting...even though I have a few of Jim's bows, and a new chekmate thunderbird on the way next week...My 1st bow from Jim, a 64" 56# @ 26" cocobolo/osage/maple riser, maple core, osage lams; will be the starter.
She gets the call! She is sooooo sweet and hums those tapered ash in like nobodys business :)
She may not be fancy as the newer bows, but she fits like an old glove and she loves me. ;)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/HPIM0215.jpg) Plus, she is proven! (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP0996.jpg)
She gets the call! She is sooooo sweet and hums those tapered ash in like nobodys business :)
She may not be fancy as the newer bows, but she fits like an old glove and she loves me. ;)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/HPIM0215.jpg) Plus, she is proven! (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP0996.jpg)
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Post by: Luke Vander Vennen on September 03, 2007, 08:06:00 PM
Post by: Luke Vander Vennen on September 03, 2007, 08:06:00 PM
Cary I don't think turkey's are legal this time of year ;)
;)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 03, 2007, 08:07:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 03, 2007, 08:07:00 PM
a turkey is a whole lot smaller than a moose, I'm thinking maybe we can get an arrow into one eh Luke?
;) :)
;) :)
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 03, 2007, 08:52:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 03, 2007, 08:52:00 PM
You made a good choice Cary,you feel comfortable and first of all,confident with your weapon.
That tom is roughly the size of a moose boiler room,won't be a problem for you Cary.
If all things are perfect for a stalk,I want to get anywhere from 5 to 15 yard,then,pick a spot :help: :D :D :pray:
That tom is roughly the size of a moose boiler room,won't be a problem for you Cary.
If all things are perfect for a stalk,I want to get anywhere from 5 to 15 yard,then,pick a spot :help: :D :D :pray:
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 04, 2007, 12:19:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 04, 2007, 12:19:00 PM
Cary,I've got plenty of stump erras,working on 6 more now and making a dozen more hunting erras,those will be tipped with Magnus1 160gr 2-blade broadheads,they will be making the trip and will be my primary ones.
Will bring 6 more tipped with snuffer 160gr to teach bears a lesson :D . Almost done with the sharpening,and working down the list right now.I will resume shooting tomorrow,been healing an elbow problem lately and I think it should be ok now.
Will bring 6 more tipped with snuffer 160gr to teach bears a lesson :D . Almost done with the sharpening,and working down the list right now.I will resume shooting tomorrow,been healing an elbow problem lately and I think it should be ok now.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 04, 2007, 03:33:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 04, 2007, 03:33:00 PM
I think I'll bring some snuffers for bears as well, I have 3 or 4 of them here, plus Manny just ordered us each a pack of 160 gr STOS heads!! mine will be a gift from him for my hunt, way cool eh? :)
Manny is a swell dude. :)
I have another pack of 145 gr STOS, I'll check which ones will fly best, not sure the 15 gr, will make alot of difference in killing performance, but the 145's may fly a bit better, if not, I'll have the 160 gr. bad boys ready. ;)
Man, a buddy and me were in an new area today to hang a few deer stands...no compass, no GPS and I never bothered to flag our way in.
took us 3 HOURS to get out! lol
STUPID mistake. It is a big area.
I'm definately taking a compass, and a GPS when we go for moose, 'cause that area is "alot" bigger!
BD
Manny is a swell dude. :)
I have another pack of 145 gr STOS, I'll check which ones will fly best, not sure the 15 gr, will make alot of difference in killing performance, but the 145's may fly a bit better, if not, I'll have the 160 gr. bad boys ready. ;)
Man, a buddy and me were in an new area today to hang a few deer stands...no compass, no GPS and I never bothered to flag our way in.
took us 3 HOURS to get out! lol
STUPID mistake. It is a big area.
I'm definately taking a compass, and a GPS when we go for moose, 'cause that area is "alot" bigger!
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 04, 2007, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 04, 2007, 07:08:00 PM
:jumper: you want to make sure you find your stands comes opening day.
I have 145gr snuffer if you want them,never used them ,still in package.For my part I like the 160gr and I have plenty.
I have 145gr snuffer if you want them,never used them ,still in package.For my part I like the 160gr and I have plenty.
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Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on September 04, 2007, 10:15:00 PM
Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on September 04, 2007, 10:15:00 PM
Yo Serge; Thank you for the invite!! sure would loke to join you all, but I'm still working on a bull teg, possibly buy one from an outfitter if I can!! just back from visiting sick uncle in Italy, was gone almost a month! missed the best part of Bear season already.
Kep in touch!!
Kep in touch!!
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 05, 2007, 12:36:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 05, 2007, 12:36:00 AM
You are always welcome Sergio and there will always be a log in the fire for you bud.Sorry to hear about your uncle and wish the best for him.
Keep in touch.
Serge
Keep in touch.
Serge
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 05, 2007, 08:50:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 05, 2007, 08:50:00 PM
Just did some Magnus1 this morning,man those things are scary sharp :scared: :scared: ,got rid of all the air on my right hand :eek: ,almost done with the arrows that will be behind those heads,this will be a deadly combo :thumbsup:
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 05, 2007, 09:42:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 05, 2007, 09:42:00 PM
Just got in from doing the hills again with my 65 pound pack, 2400 yards, 1200 up, 1200 down! lol :)
My buddy and I were out early this am, hung 2 stands in a good deer spot, wayyy back I off the main trail.
sharpened a few STOS heads, man they are WICKED,scary. :scared: as soon as the 160's come in, they will be honed up too.
Most of my stuff is ready, still need a bear tag, and to do my food list. :)
It's coming together.
See you Sat. Serge.
BD
My buddy and I were out early this am, hung 2 stands in a good deer spot, wayyy back I off the main trail.
sharpened a few STOS heads, man they are WICKED,scary. :scared: as soon as the 160's come in, they will be honed up too.
Most of my stuff is ready, still need a bear tag, and to do my food list. :)
It's coming together.
See you Sat. Serge.
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 06, 2007, 12:15:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 06, 2007, 12:15:00 AM
Yep,things are adding-up,being packed and only 14 days left to go.
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 06, 2007, 09:25:00 AM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 06, 2007, 09:25:00 AM
Hey Guys,
the countdown is on.... :scared: :scared: Just a reminder to pack enough food, there won't be any quick trips to the grocery store.
Heard you got lost the other day Cary, remember, FLAGGING TAPE! :bigsmyl:
Kelly
the countdown is on.... :scared: :scared: Just a reminder to pack enough food, there won't be any quick trips to the grocery store.
Heard you got lost the other day Cary, remember, FLAGGING TAPE! :bigsmyl:
Kelly
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 06, 2007, 09:47:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 06, 2007, 09:47:00 AM
I am NEVER lost....I did get powerfully turned around for a few hours though... ;) :readit: :p
Scary sharp??? oh yeah, them STOS are Slicker than Owl S#$%! lol
( actually, that is what STOS means)
BD
Scary sharp??? oh yeah, them STOS are Slicker than Owl S#$%! lol
( actually, that is what STOS means)
BD
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Post by: northern fisher on September 06, 2007, 02:58:00 PM
Post by: northern fisher on September 06, 2007, 02:58:00 PM
Well guys it's good to see that you are all pumped up for your trip.It should be a great time and I hope many memories are made,kill or no kill,I'm sure that just being there will be worth all the effort.
Cary don't you worry none about them bears ,we live with those buggers everyday,those politicians down in Toronto assure us that we don't have a bear problem,so that must be true ,RIGHT?
From the last few nights on my bear stands I've seen that they don't eat a lot at one time ,they grab and go. The worst that could happen is you lose a chunk of your ass LOL.You can brag about how much weight you lost on your trip. :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
I didn't draw any tag so I will only hunt for a calf but I have a 4 day solo trip planed.Maybe hunting alone is not the smart thing to do but I love to hunt by myself.I guess it is because it is such a contrast to the construction sites that I seem to spend so much time on.
Well gentlemen I wish you success and look forward to seeing your pictures.
Kelly I hope you are doing well
OBB I will be giving you a call and Frank I hope your hunting season goes well and send pics
Keep,em sharp and pick ye'r spot
Gary
Cary don't you worry none about them bears ,we live with those buggers everyday,those politicians down in Toronto assure us that we don't have a bear problem,so that must be true ,RIGHT?
From the last few nights on my bear stands I've seen that they don't eat a lot at one time ,they grab and go. The worst that could happen is you lose a chunk of your ass LOL.You can brag about how much weight you lost on your trip. :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
I didn't draw any tag so I will only hunt for a calf but I have a 4 day solo trip planed.Maybe hunting alone is not the smart thing to do but I love to hunt by myself.I guess it is because it is such a contrast to the construction sites that I seem to spend so much time on.
Well gentlemen I wish you success and look forward to seeing your pictures.
Kelly I hope you are doing well
OBB I will be giving you a call and Frank I hope your hunting season goes well and send pics
Keep,em sharp and pick ye'r spot
Gary
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 07, 2007, 01:49:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 07, 2007, 01:49:00 AM
Thanks Gary, we'll do our best.I'm with you on the political side of bear issues :readit: .
I wish yo luck also on you solo hunt and be careful out there.
Serge
I wish yo luck also on you solo hunt and be careful out there.
Serge
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Post by: Can Hahaka on September 07, 2007, 02:20:00 PM
Post by: Can Hahaka on September 07, 2007, 02:20:00 PM
Now that Jim has confirmed that my new bow will be done before he goes I am all for total enjoyment of the trip. Good luck to all!
Whats a Tim Hortons - so kinda museum?
Whats a Tim Hortons - so kinda museum?
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 07, 2007, 02:23:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 07, 2007, 02:23:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Can Hahaka:.............man are you kidding me????
Now that Jim has confirmed that my new bow will be done before he goes I am all for total enjoyment of the trip. Good luck to all!
Whats a Tim Hortons - so kinda museum?
only the GREATEST coffee known to modern man. :)
And I knew Jim would clear his board..he is da MAN.
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Post by: HARL on September 07, 2007, 08:44:00 PM
Post by: HARL on September 07, 2007, 08:44:00 PM
Hey don't be calling Tim Hortons any names!
Looks as though my buddy Joe will be going for sure now.He is all pumped for sure.2 more weeks and we are there.
Looks as though my buddy Joe will be going for sure now.He is all pumped for sure.2 more weeks and we are there.
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 08, 2007, 07:40:00 PM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 08, 2007, 07:40:00 PM
Hey Gary,
I'm doing well. Thanks for asking. It I could just align the stars a little bit to the right, everything would be just about perfect...LOL
I am greatful that there are no bears in my neck of the woods. It sounds like they have been causing quite a bit of trouble. :scared: :scared:
:scared: Please be careful and don't forget to take some flagging tape.
Kelly
I'm doing well. Thanks for asking. It I could just align the stars a little bit to the right, everything would be just about perfect...LOL
I am greatful that there are no bears in my neck of the woods. It sounds like they have been causing quite a bit of trouble. :scared: :scared:
:scared: Please be careful and don't forget to take some flagging tape.
Kelly
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 09, 2007, 07:52:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 09, 2007, 07:52:00 AM
Hey guys! had a great time yesterday, we were shooting pretty good, yes?? :)
Thanks for helping with some stand placement.
Serge, I thank you for the pack of snuffers, they will be put to good use. ;)
Manny, thanks for lunch and the laughs man, you are a true friend.
And I told you about your Mississippi Lake Longbows...5 minutes to tune, tops! LOL ;)
Jim would have been proud to see us all shooting great 30-40 yard groups with our twigs...
:bigsmyl: :archer:
Serge, I would say that we are ready for moose/bears, and Manny, you are deer-ready right now.
BD
Thanks for helping with some stand placement.
Serge, I thank you for the pack of snuffers, they will be put to good use. ;)
Manny, thanks for lunch and the laughs man, you are a true friend.
And I told you about your Mississippi Lake Longbows...5 minutes to tune, tops! LOL ;)
Jim would have been proud to see us all shooting great 30-40 yard groups with our twigs...
:bigsmyl: :archer:
Serge, I would say that we are ready for moose/bears, and Manny, you are deer-ready right now.
BD
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Post by: Frenchymanny on September 09, 2007, 09:13:00 AM
Post by: Frenchymanny on September 09, 2007, 09:13:00 AM
Thank you for the day Cary and Serge.
Time cannot be better spent than with good friends, in the fields and shooting the longbow
I look forward to your adventures, meeting with you again and looking at the pictures sipping red wine!
F-Manny
Time cannot be better spent than with good friends, in the fields and shooting the longbow
I look forward to your adventures, meeting with you again and looking at the pictures sipping red wine!
F-Manny
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 09, 2007, 09:30:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 09, 2007, 09:30:00 AM
Thanks Manny.... ;) ;) ...i'll look around where we were taking a break for your glove my friend.
:)
:)
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 09, 2007, 10:01:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 09, 2007, 10:01:00 AM
Great day indeed guys,Cary you never told me you were a sharpshooter :scared: :scared: those moose are no match for sure,my longbow will be smoking this week,just finished another batch of erras this morning,they will be directed to the target Hundred of times tipped with Magnun1.
Thanks for fine tuning my primal quest Cary,I sent Jim an email for two of those strings,they are awesome.
Serge
Thanks for fine tuning my primal quest Cary,I sent Jim an email for two of those strings,they are awesome.
Serge
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 09, 2007, 10:31:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 09, 2007, 10:31:00 AM
Aww Serge...yer makin' me blush...lol, it wasn't me, it was the bow.
Harmony and I are truly linked up; it seems when I'm shooting her, we are in synch( most of the time ;) )
You will like the 8125 strings immensely! There is no comparing the b50 with the new generation of strings. :)
I had a great time, and it was good to make a new friend, we do after all have a lot in common Serge... ;) ( and you know what I am writing of my friend..)
BD
Harmony and I are truly linked up; it seems when I'm shooting her, we are in synch( most of the time ;) )
You will like the 8125 strings immensely! There is no comparing the b50 with the new generation of strings. :)
I had a great time, and it was good to make a new friend, we do after all have a lot in common Serge... ;) ( and you know what I am writing of my friend..)
BD
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 09, 2007, 11:50:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 09, 2007, 11:50:00 AM
Serge,
I just sharpened up a couple of those snuffers with the method I showed you...WICKED,SCARY, DEVILSHLY sharp. Any bears that we see?? They are gonna wish they picked a different berry patch! :) ;)
BD
I just sharpened up a couple of those snuffers with the method I showed you...WICKED,SCARY, DEVILSHLY sharp. Any bears that we see?? They are gonna wish they picked a different berry patch! :) ;)
BD
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 09, 2007, 12:42:00 PM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 09, 2007, 12:42:00 PM
Hey Big Dog,
you better not impale yourself before you go on your journey up North. :scared: You be careful with those scary sharp blades. I don't think 911 would ever be able to locate you in the deep, dark woods!!! We wouldn't want the bears to get a whiff of fresh blood, now would we LOL! :eek:
TFW
you better not impale yourself before you go on your journey up North. :scared: You be careful with those scary sharp blades. I don't think 911 would ever be able to locate you in the deep, dark woods!!! We wouldn't want the bears to get a whiff of fresh blood, now would we LOL! :eek:
TFW
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 09, 2007, 03:09:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 09, 2007, 03:09:00 PM
:scared: , Been shooting for a bit and things look scary good at this end.Sergio will be hunting in the same WMU starting next Saturday,wishing our good northern friend a successful moose hunt :archer: .
Serge
Serge
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 09, 2007, 05:24:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 09, 2007, 05:24:00 PM
Good luck Sergio!!!! :) warm them up for us, will 'ya???
BD( keep smokin' in there Serge:) )
BD( keep smokin' in there Serge:) )
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Post by: Jim Godden on September 09, 2007, 10:09:00 PM
Post by: Jim Godden on September 09, 2007, 10:09:00 PM
Cary, et al, sounds like you all had a phenomenal week-end shooting. We had a good week-end at the Valley Sportsmans Show in Carp, but it still would have been better to fling some arrows.
Phil, not to worry, your bow will be on the way by close of business tomorrow. Tuesday morning at the latest.
BTW lets not forget Tim Horton was a great defenceman for the Leafs back in the day, died tragically in a car accident. He just happened to own a couple of coffee and donut shops that grew...
JIM
Crecy, Poitiers, Agincourt
Phil, not to worry, your bow will be on the way by close of business tomorrow. Tuesday morning at the latest.
BTW lets not forget Tim Horton was a great defenceman for the Leafs back in the day, died tragically in a car accident. He just happened to own a couple of coffee and donut shops that grew...
JIM
Crecy, Poitiers, Agincourt
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Post by: Jim Godden on September 09, 2007, 10:11:00 PM
Post by: Jim Godden on September 09, 2007, 10:11:00 PM
Cary, et al, sounds like you all had a phenomenal week-end shooting. We had a good week-end at the Valley Sportsmans Show in Carp, but it still would have been better to fling some arrows.
Phil, not to worry, your bow will be on the way by close of business tomorrow. Tuesday morning at the latest.
BTW lets not forget Tim Horton was a great defenceman for the Leafs back in the day, died tragically in a car accident. He just happened to own a couple of coffee and donut shops that grew...
JIM
Crecy, Poitiers, Agincourt
Phil, not to worry, your bow will be on the way by close of business tomorrow. Tuesday morning at the latest.
BTW lets not forget Tim Horton was a great defenceman for the Leafs back in the day, died tragically in a car accident. He just happened to own a couple of coffee and donut shops that grew...
JIM
Crecy, Poitiers, Agincourt
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 09, 2007, 11:21:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 09, 2007, 11:21:00 PM
I remember Tim like yesterday,a great player indeed.Glad to hear that you had a great weekend too,way to go Jim :thumbsup: .We did save a few stumps for you,I was shooting the ones on the right instead just for that purpose :thumbsup: :coffee:
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 10, 2007, 08:36:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 10, 2007, 08:36:00 AM
I'm a bit young to remember Tim Horton... ;) :p BUT, i read alot about him and watched the old reels of when he played.
He was very good, was a tragic thing the crash.
An amazing journey the growth of those small donut shops; 'specailly when you are in a looooonnnnggggg line up waiting. :)
It would have been nice to get to see you at the show Jim, not in the cards though.
I'm glad you got more exposure.
The shooting was fun, and man, we were dailed in!
Those mild R/D longbows are a breeze to tune. :)
10 days men :bigsmyl:
He was very good, was a tragic thing the crash.
An amazing journey the growth of those small donut shops; 'specailly when you are in a looooonnnnggggg line up waiting. :)
It would have been nice to get to see you at the show Jim, not in the cards though.
I'm glad you got more exposure.
The shooting was fun, and man, we were dailed in!
Those mild R/D longbows are a breeze to tune. :)
10 days men :bigsmyl:
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 10, 2007, 12:25:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 10, 2007, 12:25:00 PM
Just checked the lows and looking good so far,low of 0 to +6,need to cool off just a bit more and we are set.highs 9 to 16,could be a lot cooler but this could change for the better or worst, :pray: . I've seen wearing T-Shirt in the afternoon and waking-up to 4" of snow the next morning :rolleyes: :rolleyes: .
Serge
Serge
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Post by: Frenchymanny on September 10, 2007, 01:33:00 PM
Post by: Frenchymanny on September 10, 2007, 01:33:00 PM
man I would like to go with you...
Good luck Friends!
Good luck Friends!
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 10, 2007, 02:02:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 10, 2007, 02:02:00 PM
We wish you were going as well Manny.. :)
Next year!( hung 2 more stands this am, marked trees for 2 more!)
BD
Next year!( hung 2 more stands this am, marked trees for 2 more!)
BD
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 10, 2007, 06:47:00 PM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 10, 2007, 06:47:00 PM
Good Luck Cary,
My guides are telling me to tell you that there is a message for you in the stars up North. So, look to the sky and see... I hope that the hunt is everything that you dreamed it would be. There will be a dream about the bear....
TFW
My guides are telling me to tell you that there is a message for you in the stars up North. So, look to the sky and see... I hope that the hunt is everything that you dreamed it would be. There will be a dream about the bear....
TFW
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 11, 2007, 12:35:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 11, 2007, 12:35:00 AM
Yes it would have been nice Manny to share camp fire with you,plan for next year my friend,we'll take Hundreds of pisc and some vids.
Serge
Serge
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 12, 2007, 08:46:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 12, 2007, 08:46:00 PM
8 more days gentlemen, will be busy packing this weekend and cooking.I can see and smell moose already :D :D
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 12, 2007, 09:22:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 12, 2007, 09:22:00 PM
Me too man! I checked the weather network for Opasatika..FROST WARNING TONITE UP THERE!! :bigsmyl: :thumbsup: :campfire:
have to get my bear tag, a few more things, gonna be wet some days, so look into rain gear. ;)
It looks like it will be fairly cool our first 3-4 days of hunting.
I'm hoping for moose and I really want a crack at a nice bear with the longbow as well.
I'll be packing this weekend too, got most of my stuff ready, the gnomes of the hunt are helping me out ;) :)
Harmony is ready, still have to mount and flight shoot my 160 gr STOS, they have to get here first!!, good thing they sharpen so easily.
tick tock, tick tock...SWAMP MULES..HERE WE COME!!
BD
have to get my bear tag, a few more things, gonna be wet some days, so look into rain gear. ;)
It looks like it will be fairly cool our first 3-4 days of hunting.
I'm hoping for moose and I really want a crack at a nice bear with the longbow as well.
I'll be packing this weekend too, got most of my stuff ready, the gnomes of the hunt are helping me out ;) :)
Harmony is ready, still have to mount and flight shoot my 160 gr STOS, they have to get here first!!, good thing they sharpen so easily.
tick tock, tick tock...SWAMP MULES..HERE WE COME!!
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 13, 2007, 12:08:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 13, 2007, 12:08:00 AM
Cary,how many bows are you taking along? I will hunt mostly with primal quest :thumbsup: but will bring my take down curve just in case :rolleyes: .Being 630 miles from home,I wouldn't want to be without a spare bow :banghead: .
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 13, 2007, 06:14:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 13, 2007, 06:14:00 AM
ahhhhh...now that it is tuned; you like that Mississippi Lake Longbow eh???? They are saaa- weeeeet shooters ;) :p
I'm taking Harmony, my 1st longbow from Jim, and either my Chekmate Thunderbird, or SweetPea, my 62" longbow from Jim.
I think 2 bows are enough, I know Jim will be bringing his walking stick, wading staff, brush busting bow that was a demo and is now his personal bow of choice; like mine it is osage and tuff as nuts! :archer:
All of us are shooting woodies and single blade heads, they just go hand in hand with longbows don't they???
Gettin' closer :)
I'm taking Harmony, my 1st longbow from Jim, and either my Chekmate Thunderbird, or SweetPea, my 62" longbow from Jim.
I think 2 bows are enough, I know Jim will be bringing his walking stick, wading staff, brush busting bow that was a demo and is now his personal bow of choice; like mine it is osage and tuff as nuts! :archer:
All of us are shooting woodies and single blade heads, they just go hand in hand with longbows don't they???
Gettin' closer :)
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 13, 2007, 12:36:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 13, 2007, 12:36:00 PM
Yep,how can we not love them :bigsmyl: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 13, 2007, 06:25:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 13, 2007, 06:25:00 PM
Got more packed after supper, lots of cooking and eating supplies.
Got most of the other stuff ready, still waiting on that Chekmate...Danged thing, i feel like it is never gonna get there!
:(
BD
Got most of the other stuff ready, still waiting on that Chekmate...Danged thing, i feel like it is never gonna get there!
:(
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 13, 2007, 08:36:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 13, 2007, 08:36:00 PM
It will come Cary,it will come :thumbsup: :coffee: :jumper:
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Post by: adkmountainken on September 13, 2007, 09:14:00 PM
Post by: adkmountainken on September 13, 2007, 09:14:00 PM
Cary,
good luck brother, i will send smoke for you and your group. take care, take pictures and enjoy!
Ken
good luck brother, i will send smoke for you and your group. take care, take pictures and enjoy!
Ken
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 13, 2007, 09:21:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 13, 2007, 09:21:00 PM
'ppreciate that Kenny...you know I do!
BD :bigsmyl: :thumbsup: :campfire: :archer:
BD :bigsmyl: :thumbsup: :campfire: :archer:
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Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on September 14, 2007, 10:38:00 AM
Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on September 14, 2007, 10:38:00 AM
I'm Leaving tomorrow morning for Hearst unit 24, Hunting with a couple of friends. Silvertip is strung and Snuffer's shaving sharp ,Moose call in Hand.
Serge, Cary and Jim, call me on my cell phone after 8:00 in evening when you are close to Hearst.
Good luck
Serge, Cary and Jim, call me on my cell phone after 8:00 in evening when you are close to Hearst.
Good luck
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 14, 2007, 12:05:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 14, 2007, 12:05:00 PM
Good luck Sergio,get that big bull with the 60" spread :campfire: :p .
Will do call you.Send us a pm with your cell#.
Take a lot of pics also.
Serge
Will do call you.Send us a pm with your cell#.
Take a lot of pics also.
Serge
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Post by: JUST-DOO-IT on September 14, 2007, 09:01:00 PM
Post by: JUST-DOO-IT on September 14, 2007, 09:01:00 PM
Good luck guys ... I'm leaving at 4 AM for WMU 41. I don't have nearly as far of a drive. Managed to get a bull tag ... do you know what the odds of that is!!!
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 14, 2007, 11:54:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 14, 2007, 11:54:00 PM
Good luck Doug,I know all about the odds and happy you drew one bud.
Take care
Serge
Take care
Serge
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 15, 2007, 07:08:00 AM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 15, 2007, 07:08:00 AM
Good Morning Gentlemen
Here is a Blessing for the Beast
"Created by Your hand as You created man,
Life given for life.
That me and mine may eat with thanks for the gift,
That me and mine may give thanks for Your own sacrifice of blood and flesh,
Life given for life."
I know that you all say a little prayer for the animal's life taken in the hunt.
I thought that this was appropriate for the beginning of a new season...and many more to come.
Kelly
Here is a Blessing for the Beast
"Created by Your hand as You created man,
Life given for life.
That me and mine may eat with thanks for the gift,
That me and mine may give thanks for Your own sacrifice of blood and flesh,
Life given for life."
I know that you all say a little prayer for the animal's life taken in the hunt.
I thought that this was appropriate for the beginning of a new season...and many more to come.
Kelly
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Post by: adkmountainken on September 15, 2007, 07:16:00 AM
Post by: adkmountainken on September 15, 2007, 07:16:00 AM
Kelly,
that is one of the best hunting prayers i have ever read! if you don't mind i would like to write it down and use it myself? do you remember where it came from?
that is one of the best hunting prayers i have ever read! if you don't mind i would like to write it down and use it myself? do you remember where it came from?
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 15, 2007, 07:52:00 AM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 15, 2007, 07:52:00 AM
Hi Adkmountainken,
please go ahead and use it for whatever you like.
I got it from a book that I am reading about the 17th century. It is Gaelic and that is the English translation. It is called "The Gralloch Prayer."
It is very ancient from what i have read.
I am very pleased that you liked it.
Kelly
please go ahead and use it for whatever you like.
I got it from a book that I am reading about the 17th century. It is Gaelic and that is the English translation. It is called "The Gralloch Prayer."
It is very ancient from what i have read.
I am very pleased that you liked it.
Kelly
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 15, 2007, 09:09:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 15, 2007, 09:09:00 AM
Good morning Kelly, Thanks for the prayers,very nice and I will use it when needed.
Serge
Serge
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 16, 2007, 08:36:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 16, 2007, 08:36:00 AM
Very nice prayer...I KNOW we'll get the chance to use it! :archer:
Real cold this am, and the weather outlook for our trip is looking good, cool and MOOSEY-type weather.
A little warm in the afternoons, but good fishing, siesta-ing time. I'm almost ready, got most of the stuff packed, making a longbow tube this afternoon. :)
BD
Real cold this am, and the weather outlook for our trip is looking good, cool and MOOSEY-type weather.
A little warm in the afternoons, but good fishing, siesta-ing time. I'm almost ready, got most of the stuff packed, making a longbow tube this afternoon. :)
BD
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 16, 2007, 08:37:00 AM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 16, 2007, 08:37:00 AM
Hey Cary, Serge and Jim,
4 days.... :bigsmyl: Now we are getting down to the nitty-gritty!!! It looked like there was frost out here on the grass close to the tree line this morning. I just stepped outside and I could see my breath!
Well Jim, you must be busy finishing up the bows that you were working on... That's why we haven't heard from you. :campfire: Just checked the weather and it is a balmy 4C up North.... brrrr.
:eek: I think a cold snap is going to sneak up on us.
So, make your final lists and check them twice!!
I am excited for your adventure to begin...
The anticipation must be eating at all of you, I know that I would have a hard time getting any sleep. LOL :goldtooth:
I hope you all have a great day and stop to enjoy nature around you, life is too short.
Cheers!
Kelly
4 days.... :bigsmyl: Now we are getting down to the nitty-gritty!!! It looked like there was frost out here on the grass close to the tree line this morning. I just stepped outside and I could see my breath!
Well Jim, you must be busy finishing up the bows that you were working on... That's why we haven't heard from you. :campfire: Just checked the weather and it is a balmy 4C up North.... brrrr.
:eek: I think a cold snap is going to sneak up on us.
So, make your final lists and check them twice!!
I am excited for your adventure to begin...
The anticipation must be eating at all of you, I know that I would have a hard time getting any sleep. LOL :goldtooth:
I hope you all have a great day and stop to enjoy nature around you, life is too short.
Cheers!
Kelly
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 16, 2007, 09:48:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 16, 2007, 09:48:00 AM
my plans are to fill a 2G card up with pics and video! :) :) I will be enjoying all of it, soaking it up like a sponge.
I hope this will be the start of a long tradition for my friends and I.
I think I have at least another 25-30 years of this in me ;)
I hope this will be the start of a long tradition for my friends and I.
I think I have at least another 25-30 years of this in me ;)
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 16, 2007, 10:55:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 16, 2007, 10:55:00 AM
A lot of pics for me too,and I hope that our traditional group will grow.Would be nice 4 to 6 even 8 trad guys,bull and cow tags in hand :thumbsup: .
Cary I will bring my screw-in steps,might not need them but just in case and they fit in a small backpack.
Now,I'm back to packing the last little things and I'm ready :D :cool:
Serge
Cary I will bring my screw-in steps,might not need them but just in case and they fit in a small backpack.
Now,I'm back to packing the last little things and I'm ready :D :cool:
Serge
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 16, 2007, 11:11:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 16, 2007, 11:11:00 AM
Yes we do!
Do either you or Jim have a packframe? mine was good, the straps are old and finally snapped.
We may get something down wayyyy in , too far for an ATV to go, or too deep!
I'll have 2 stands and 2 sets of sticks, so the screw in would be nice for the 3rd stand if we use it.
I can see at least 6 of us for next fall, I really hope we can make this annual event.
Jim, Me, And Nick will all be pool 1 next year and so will Tom if we can get him to join us along with his buddy.
BD :)
Do either you or Jim have a packframe? mine was good, the straps are old and finally snapped.
We may get something down wayyyy in , too far for an ATV to go, or too deep!
I'll have 2 stands and 2 sets of sticks, so the screw in would be nice for the 3rd stand if we use it.
I can see at least 6 of us for next fall, I really hope we can make this annual event.
Jim, Me, And Nick will all be pool 1 next year and so will Tom if we can get him to join us along with his buddy.
BD :)
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 16, 2007, 04:41:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 16, 2007, 04:41:00 PM
No packframe here Cary,maybe Jim has one. Thing is to drop one beside the trucks :jumper: or close.
Serge
Serge
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Post by: Jim Godden on September 16, 2007, 07:51:00 PM
Post by: Jim Godden on September 16, 2007, 07:51:00 PM
Cary and Serge, I have a pack frame ready to go. I keep a bunch of bungee cords around it and they are a little old and brittle, I'll replace them tommorrow.
Cooking and packing are all that I have left to do, some stuff, mainly personal hunting gear, layed out in the basement however the main effort and preparations will take place tomorrow and Tuesday.
Kelly, you are right, one bow left on the bench however the customer cannot make it for a custom fitting until the end of the month, so for all intents and purposes I'm free to go with no work left undone. Spent the week-end stacking and putting away the winter's firewood as well as some other chores that need doing when you live in a rural setting. I couldn't in good concience leave for moose camp with my chores not done???
Anyway, looking forward to our meet up on Wed. I was planning to fletch my moose arrows and mount the broadheads tonight, however thats before I saw that the Yankees v. Redsox is on as well as the Patriots v. Chargers. Hmmmmmmm.....maybe the arrows can wait.
JIM
Crecy, Poitiers, Agincourt
Cooking and packing are all that I have left to do, some stuff, mainly personal hunting gear, layed out in the basement however the main effort and preparations will take place tomorrow and Tuesday.
Kelly, you are right, one bow left on the bench however the customer cannot make it for a custom fitting until the end of the month, so for all intents and purposes I'm free to go with no work left undone. Spent the week-end stacking and putting away the winter's firewood as well as some other chores that need doing when you live in a rural setting. I couldn't in good concience leave for moose camp with my chores not done???
Anyway, looking forward to our meet up on Wed. I was planning to fletch my moose arrows and mount the broadheads tonight, however thats before I saw that the Yankees v. Redsox is on as well as the Patriots v. Chargers. Hmmmmmmm.....maybe the arrows can wait.
JIM
Crecy, Poitiers, Agincourt
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Post by: HARL on September 16, 2007, 08:20:00 PM
Post by: HARL on September 16, 2007, 08:20:00 PM
Good luck fellas !! I won't be leaving until Friday myself and can't wait for this week to end.First time I'm heading moose hunting without a bull tag,but something feels right.Can't explain it.Take care and shoot straight.
O.B.B.
O.B.B.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 16, 2007, 08:34:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 16, 2007, 08:34:00 PM
Good luck ya old B****%D! get one down, a bear too if you can...I know we will be trying for the same.
Gonna be a great, great time. :)
I wish you and Joe the very best of bowhunter's luck.
BD
Gonna be a great, great time. :)
I wish you and Joe the very best of bowhunter's luck.
BD
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 17, 2007, 04:26:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 17, 2007, 04:26:00 PM
Well guys, got my broadhead arrows flying good, had some extensive tuning to get good flight....
Had to turn them from vertical to horizontal ;) ;) :p
Seriously, I have never had to do any extensive tuning, EVER! lol, I usually end up going horizontal, have always had good flight that way. :campfire:
BD
Had to turn them from vertical to horizontal ;) ;) :p
Seriously, I have never had to do any extensive tuning, EVER! lol, I usually end up going horizontal, have always had good flight that way. :campfire:
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 17, 2007, 08:47:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 17, 2007, 08:47:00 PM
I checked the 5 day weather up there this morning,warming up a bit,some rain and no frosty nights so far coming-up.
Only a few little things to pack (last minute things),installed two new tires on the truck this morning,and all set-up to go.
Only a few little things to pack (last minute things),installed two new tires on the truck this morning,and all set-up to go.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 17, 2007, 09:00:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 17, 2007, 09:00:00 PM
Rain.....Got to dig out my work/rainwear!!! I have some somewhere..., noisy stuff though, maybe I'll just stay wet ;) :) LOL
BD
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 17, 2007, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 17, 2007, 09:02:00 PM
Sounds like me Cary,most of my camo gears is waterproof,that will help.
Serge (at work :D )
Serge (at work :D )
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 17, 2007, 09:03:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 17, 2007, 09:03:00 PM
Oh ya, I changed my avatar,will replace with a moose one later :bigsmyl:
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 17, 2007, 09:03:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 17, 2007, 09:03:00 PM
Most of mine is wool...good for drizzle, not downpours! ;)
BD
BD
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 18, 2007, 07:07:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 18, 2007, 07:07:00 AM
A big old swamp donkey??? that will make a great pic Serge! lol
I got a good feeling we are gonna be flinging alot of wood and steel at them spruce grouses!
And 1, maybe 2 more arrows whistling towards a moose and a bear????? ;) :)
BD
I got a good feeling we are gonna be flinging alot of wood and steel at them spruce grouses!
And 1, maybe 2 more arrows whistling towards a moose and a bear????? ;) :)
BD
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Post by: Patience on September 18, 2007, 10:36:00 AM
Post by: Patience on September 18, 2007, 10:36:00 AM
Hey, you guys get stuck with a moose down and no pack frames, just use the hide. Quarter like normal and cut some slits in the hide to act as a backpack. works good.
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 18, 2007, 05:35:00 PM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 18, 2007, 05:35:00 PM
Hey Cary, Jim and Serge,
don't forget to get gas, I see the price has gone back up! :eek: Are you ready? Are you all packed?
Jim, your mission papers have been handed out and are ready for a plan of attack. I figure that you will be using the stealth mode of traveling under cover and by dark. :campfire: You should be able to sneak into the bush before anyone or anything notices you all...Good Luck and I hope that you have very successful mission. Stay safe in enemy territory and keep the peace!!!
Don't forget the ritual of celebration and the victory dance for a job well done!! :pray:
Nostrovia!
Kelly
don't forget to get gas, I see the price has gone back up! :eek: Are you ready? Are you all packed?
Jim, your mission papers have been handed out and are ready for a plan of attack. I figure that you will be using the stealth mode of traveling under cover and by dark. :campfire: You should be able to sneak into the bush before anyone or anything notices you all...Good Luck and I hope that you have very successful mission. Stay safe in enemy territory and keep the peace!!!
Don't forget the ritual of celebration and the victory dance for a job well done!! :pray:
Nostrovia!
Kelly
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 18, 2007, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 18, 2007, 09:33:00 PM
Thanks Kelly,
14 hours to go....
Serge
14 hours to go....
Serge
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 19, 2007, 05:23:00 AM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 19, 2007, 05:23:00 AM
Good Morning!!
and so the trip will really get fired up today!!! :scared:
We won't get to hear too much about your trip from here on in, until the dust settles from the long journey back home. :bigsmyl: :coffee: :coffee:
Your Humble Servant,
The Forest Witch
and so the trip will really get fired up today!!! :scared:
We won't get to hear too much about your trip from here on in, until the dust settles from the long journey back home. :bigsmyl: :coffee: :coffee:
Your Humble Servant,
The Forest Witch
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 19, 2007, 08:09:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 19, 2007, 08:09:00 AM
well folks, this is it.."D" day! we leave in a few hours.
Got my stuff sitting in the driveway, Serge and Jim will be here around noon, then we will roll off to the north country.
This is gonna be an adventure!
:bigsmyl:
we will be taking alot of pics, so be prepared for alot of posts when we return.
This is gonna be great; 3 guys, all toting Mississippi Lake Longbows AND hunting with the guy that made them for us??? WOW :)
Stay tuned. We should be in our spot and set-up by 10 am tomorrow.
Wish us good hunting luck.
BD
Got my stuff sitting in the driveway, Serge and Jim will be here around noon, then we will roll off to the north country.
This is gonna be an adventure!
:bigsmyl:
we will be taking alot of pics, so be prepared for alot of posts when we return.
This is gonna be great; 3 guys, all toting Mississippi Lake Longbows AND hunting with the guy that made them for us??? WOW :)
Stay tuned. We should be in our spot and set-up by 10 am tomorrow.
Wish us good hunting luck.
BD
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Post by: swampjoe on September 19, 2007, 09:59:00 AM
Post by: swampjoe on September 19, 2007, 09:59:00 AM
Good luck lads, drive careful!
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 20, 2007, 01:20:00 PM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 20, 2007, 01:20:00 PM
Hello Tradgang members,
I just checked the weather for Opasatika and it is 13C and expecting 5 to 10 mm of rain. Oh well, Cary and his crew can't do anything about the weather unfortunately!!! :confused: I am anxious to hear if they are lucky enough to get a moose and a bear.
I want dibs on a bear rug for my living room...LOL
:campfire: So tonight will be a glorious night to have a mesmerizing campfire ( hopefully with no rain until bed time) and I am sure a few adult beverages, as Cary would say. I hope the crew have a wonderful time and feel at one with Nature.
The Forest Witch
I just checked the weather for Opasatika and it is 13C and expecting 5 to 10 mm of rain. Oh well, Cary and his crew can't do anything about the weather unfortunately!!! :confused: I am anxious to hear if they are lucky enough to get a moose and a bear.
I want dibs on a bear rug for my living room...LOL
:campfire: So tonight will be a glorious night to have a mesmerizing campfire ( hopefully with no rain until bed time) and I am sure a few adult beverages, as Cary would say. I hope the crew have a wonderful time and feel at one with Nature.
The Forest Witch
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Post by: Talondale on September 26, 2007, 03:04:00 PM
Post by: Talondale on September 26, 2007, 03:04:00 PM
Anymore news?
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Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on September 28, 2007, 02:00:00 PM
Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on September 28, 2007, 02:00:00 PM
Wheres the BEEF!! Are the Boys done playing with them northern Ontario Moose yet??
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Post by: Frenchymanny on September 28, 2007, 02:01:00 PM
Post by: Frenchymanny on September 28, 2007, 02:01:00 PM
Yes we need news!
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Post by: HAZEL EYES on September 28, 2007, 05:14:00 PM
Post by: HAZEL EYES on September 28, 2007, 05:14:00 PM
Well Guys:
THe last I heard is that they were to be coming home sometime this evening.
As late as 10-11 pm tonight.
Have not heard anything yet today, but that is the last that I heard.
JoAnne Gibson (BIG DOG'S Wife)
THe last I heard is that they were to be coming home sometime this evening.
As late as 10-11 pm tonight.
Have not heard anything yet today, but that is the last that I heard.
JoAnne Gibson (BIG DOG'S Wife)
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Post by: Ontario Longbow on September 28, 2007, 09:13:00 PM
Post by: Ontario Longbow on September 28, 2007, 09:13:00 PM
Hey,, Welcome abourd HAZEL EYES (Cary's Wife),, Keep us posted we are all dying to hear how the Ontario boys made out,, All the best,,Frank
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 08:45:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 08:45:00 AM
Well, we are back...unfortunately like all the other archery hunters we saw there on on our way home, no moose were killed. We had rain every day except 1, tent threatening winds, leaky tents, 1 day of nice weather that was 33c or about 90F!!! ;) , mud, bog and muskeg that would swallow you whole; but it was FUN.
We saw 2 moose while there, saw some tracks, saw quite a few bears, but no shots.
Serge's baits were not hit, our camp was not even hit by bears, even though we made a huge pile of bait the nite before we left( all of the food that would not make it home).
Serge says it was from them being shot at for a month and a half by logging road-"hunters" with rifles.
I'll give a full report with pics later.
We were only 180 miles or so from James Bay.
If we had of wandered north a few miles; there is nothing, no roads, no houses, nothing but a massive boggy watershed.
BD :)
We saw 2 moose while there, saw some tracks, saw quite a few bears, but no shots.
Serge's baits were not hit, our camp was not even hit by bears, even though we made a huge pile of bait the nite before we left( all of the food that would not make it home).
Serge says it was from them being shot at for a month and a half by logging road-"hunters" with rifles.
I'll give a full report with pics later.
We were only 180 miles or so from James Bay.
If we had of wandered north a few miles; there is nothing, no roads, no houses, nothing but a massive boggy watershed.
BD :)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:27:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:27:00 PM
here we are, hot day, getting ready to set camp. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1354.jpg)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:29:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:29:00 PM
Our 1st shelter set-up...we didn't expect 80 kmh winds and driving rain, so we made a new one the day after it blew down. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1355.jpg)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:30:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:30:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1362-1.jpg)
before sun-up, our 1st moose hunt!!
before sun-up, our 1st moose hunt!!
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:31:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:31:00 PM
we are all shooting woodies, 2 blade 160 gr heads, and Mississippi Lake longbows! The fella on my right is Serge aka Drifter2 on my left is our bowyer, Jim Godden.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:33:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:33:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1377.jpg)
Because the berry crop failed due to frost in June, I was packing bear spray in case we came across a nasty one; we never did though, they were terrified of anybody they saw.
Because the berry crop failed due to frost in June, I was packing bear spray in case we came across a nasty one; we never did though, they were terrified of anybody they saw.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:35:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:35:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1364.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1375.jpg)
We glassed the newer cuts , searching for moose and /or bears, you can see the water everywhere, one of the wettest summer and fall in the north in quite awhile the locals told us... :(
We glassed the newer cuts , searching for moose and /or bears, you can see the water everywhere, one of the wettest summer and fall in the north in quite awhile the locals told us... :(
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:36:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:36:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1371.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1372.jpg)
the signs were there..... :)
the signs were there..... :)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:39:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:39:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1369.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1360.jpg)
Serge looking at the cloudy skies that stayed with us for most of the trip, we also found some nasty looking power- snares behind our camp, we guessed for bears, they were pretty heavy gauge aircraft cable.
Serge looking at the cloudy skies that stayed with us for most of the trip, we also found some nasty looking power- snares behind our camp, we guessed for bears, they were pretty heavy gauge aircraft cable.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:40:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:40:00 PM
Serge preparing his bear-baiting kit. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1380.jpg)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:41:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:41:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1361.jpg)
Our first nite, the shelter blew down that nite...lol, here is a pic of our improved model! (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1378.jpg)
Our first nite, the shelter blew down that nite...lol, here is a pic of our improved model! (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1378.jpg)
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Post by: Luke Vander Vennen on September 29, 2007, 01:42:00 PM
Post by: Luke Vander Vennen on September 29, 2007, 01:42:00 PM
Glad you guys are back alright and had a good time. Let's see some more pictures!
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:42:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:42:00 PM
Master chef/master bowyer, Jim Godden ;) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1379.jpg)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:43:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:43:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/ash/IMGP1358.jpg)
Step away from the steaks.....! ;) :)
Step away from the steaks.....! ;) :)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:44:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 01:44:00 PM
I'll post more pics later on... ;) , I took alot of them!
BD
BD
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 02:55:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 02:55:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1381.jpg) These yummy's were EVERYWHERE!!! everywhere I looked they were growing, I picked a big feed and fried them up, they were great! Shaggy manes and moose hunting..they go hand in hand.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 02:56:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 02:56:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1386.jpg) just enjoying the north, even though it was hot.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 02:57:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 02:57:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1389.jpg)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 02:58:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 02:58:00 PM
tools of the trade... :) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1390.jpg)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:00:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:00:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1417.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1424.jpg)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:01:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:01:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1416.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1415.jpg)
We were all feeling the heat one day, how often do you bait in shorts and a t-shirt?? lol
We were all feeling the heat one day, how often do you bait in shorts and a t-shirt?? lol
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:03:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:03:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1412.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1414.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1413.jpg)
As you can see, the weather changed; by the hour!
A big bear track, my camera case is almost 5" across.
As you can see, the weather changed; by the hour!
A big bear track, my camera case is almost 5" across.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:05:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:05:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1411.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1408.jpg)
North of the 49th..at twilight.
North of the 49th..at twilight.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:05:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:05:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1409.jpg)
Beer...mmmmmmmmmm.... :)
Beer...mmmmmmmmmm.... :)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:07:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:07:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1404.jpg) Howard C.( for chipmunk) Hill...our camp mascot, he was eating from our hands after awhile.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:07:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 03:07:00 PM
more to come later... :)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:05:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:05:00 PM
One word...the mosquitoes were terrible!! along with a species of black fly called the "white socks" because of the white on their legs.
These little critters were Awful! from first light until last light and even after dark; these beasties were almost unbearable at times.
BD
These little critters were Awful! from first light until last light and even after dark; these beasties were almost unbearable at times.
BD
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:11:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:11:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1401.jpg)
a lichen/moss covered ridge that I was hunting, waiting for moose to come out of the bog below.
I shot a grouse off of that ridge, it sailed off the cliff and into the spruce bog, thought it would be easy to find.
It wasn't. :)
BD
a lichen/moss covered ridge that I was hunting, waiting for moose to come out of the bog below.
I shot a grouse off of that ridge, it sailed off the cliff and into the spruce bog, thought it would be easy to find.
It wasn't. :)
BD
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:11:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:11:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1396.jpg)
Camp still-life.
Camp still-life.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:16:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:16:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1435.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1434.jpg)
One day Serge an I decided to look for a lake that was on the GPS, the going was almost impossible at times,thick alders, willows and boggy muskeg along with downed timber made it a hard, bug-infested trudge.
But we made it and found a Shangri-la moose lake!
All kinds of moose trails thru the weeds. We found a high spot and lots of moose trails thru it.
One day Serge an I decided to look for a lake that was on the GPS, the going was almost impossible at times,thick alders, willows and boggy muskeg along with downed timber made it a hard, bug-infested trudge.
But we made it and found a Shangri-la moose lake!
All kinds of moose trails thru the weeds. We found a high spot and lots of moose trails thru it.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:17:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:17:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1437.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1438.jpg)
Serge and I out of the bugs, looking over our new find.
Jim meanwhile was back in the cut, battling the flying hordes ;)
Serge and I out of the bugs, looking over our new find.
Jim meanwhile was back in the cut, battling the flying hordes ;)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:22:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:22:00 PM
We found an abandoned 12' aluminum boat, turned upside down, after scraping moss and years of duff out of it, it was very sound.
the last certification on it was 1972.
could have been used after that, but we cut a trail for it to the lake thru alot of brush.
Was it left by moose hunter? poachers? native hunters?? we will never know, but if we go back, a small outboard will go with us. :) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1455.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1454.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1459.jpg)
This is the stuff we had to cut thru, then the next day after the morning hunt, we took it out for a spin.
the last certification on it was 1972.
could have been used after that, but we cut a trail for it to the lake thru alot of brush.
Was it left by moose hunter? poachers? native hunters?? we will never know, but if we go back, a small outboard will go with us. :) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1455.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1454.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1459.jpg)
This is the stuff we had to cut thru, then the next day after the morning hunt, we took it out for a spin.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:24:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:24:00 PM
It was a "Sears" model..lol, been awhile since they made those.
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Post by: tradtusker on September 29, 2007, 04:25:00 PM
Post by: tradtusker on September 29, 2007, 04:25:00 PM
great pics! id love to hunt moose one day!
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:26:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:26:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1430.jpg)
Jim, shooting in camp, the man makes a fine , rough and tough twig, and he is a pretty good shot with it too!
Jim, shooting in camp, the man makes a fine , rough and tough twig, and he is a pretty good shot with it too!
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:31:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:31:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1428.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1427.jpg)
"Old man's beard"...pretty cool stuff.
"Old man's beard"...pretty cool stuff.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:32:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:32:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1431.jpg)
Lonnnnnnnggggggg logging road.
Lonnnnnnnggggggg logging road.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:33:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:33:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1432.jpg)
We shoot pretty long arrows for moose;)
We shoot pretty long arrows for moose;)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:34:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:34:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1423.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1426.jpg)
a camp robbing Whiskeyjack, me , writing in my journal.
a camp robbing Whiskeyjack, me , writing in my journal.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:37:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:37:00 PM
One day, when it was 90F, i decided to take a canoe trip down the little river behind camp.
Here are the pics. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1419.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1418.jpg)
Came to a beaver dam....
Here are the pics. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1419.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1418.jpg)
Came to a beaver dam....
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:38:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:38:00 PM
got out, pulled the canoe up and over it, paddled on, had to pull over 2 more, then it got too windy, so I turned back.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:40:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:40:00 PM
coming back was a hoot, I paddled like mad and dropped the 4 feet to the other side :)
Got stuck, so I tried aga (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1420.jpg)in. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1421.jpg)
Got stuck, so I tried aga (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1420.jpg)in. (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1421.jpg)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:42:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:42:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1442.jpg)
One nite we had the timber wolves howling, we talked back for a bi (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1474.jpg)t, it was pretty cool.
One nite we had the timber wolves howling, we talked back for a bi (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1474.jpg)t, it was pretty cool.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:47:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:47:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1450.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1441.jpg)
sunrise in the mist, and man, were we lucky to find a site with this!!! lol
sunrise in the mist, and man, were we lucky to find a site with this!!! lol
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:50:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:50:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1466.jpg%5B/I%5BIMG%5Dhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1462.jpg)MG] Northern Beauty after a down pour.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:50:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:50:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1466.jpg) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1462.jpg)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:52:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 04:52:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1477.jpg)
9 pm...man, at home it would be black night by now!
9 pm...man, at home it would be black night by now!
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 05:03:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 05:03:00 PM
Jim, heading thru thru the spruce and muskeg.We cleared the trail the day before with chainsaw and pruners.
One for Killy, black (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1445.jpg) spruce at their finest. :) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1444.jpg)
One for Killy, black (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1445.jpg) spruce at their finest. :) (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v611/ashstyk/IMGP1444.jpg)
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 29, 2007, 05:30:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 29, 2007, 05:30:00 PM
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/udboss2/07MOOSE074.jpg)
Ground blind set-up
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/udboss2/07MOOSE076.jpg)
sun rise at the lake
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/udboss2/07MOOSE079.jpg)
End of the road,from that point on is the James Bay watershed.
Ground blind set-up
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/udboss2/07MOOSE076.jpg)
sun rise at the lake
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v76/udboss2/07MOOSE079.jpg)
End of the road,from that point on is the James Bay watershed.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 06:13:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 06:13:00 PM
Nice bow Serge.... ;) GREAT trimming job on that black spruce!
BTW...15 guys to get a bull tag for 29.... :(
Maybe 24 again? we only need 4 there. Hunt from the waterways?
BD
BTW...15 guys to get a bull tag for 29.... :(
Maybe 24 again? we only need 4 there. Hunt from the waterways?
BD
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 29, 2007, 06:58:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 29, 2007, 06:58:00 PM
OMG, you're talking bow only here?
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 29, 2007, 06:59:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 29, 2007, 06:59:00 PM
Just talked to Manny couple hours ago and we count him in for next year :thumbsup: :campfire: :archer:
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 29, 2007, 07:02:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 29, 2007, 07:02:00 PM
No critter down,but a super great time with good friends :thumbsup: :cool: .The scenery alone up there is worth the trip.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 07:08:00 PM
Yeah Serge, archery only in 29 is 15 guys for a bull tag...lol!!!
maybe 24 again won't be that bad after all? It surely won't be another crappy summer. If it was normal it would be lots of berries,no bugs and dry ground.
sounds good to me.
BD :)
maybe 24 again won't be that bad after all? It surely won't be another crappy summer. If it was normal it would be lots of berries,no bugs and dry ground.
sounds good to me.
BD :)
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 29, 2007, 07:13:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 29, 2007, 07:13:00 PM
Yep,sounds good to me too.We have a decent starting point now,and a lot of waterways to float,this might be the way sir.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 07:15:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 07:15:00 PM
"And"...we will be calling BULLS!!!!! :) :)
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Post by: Frenchymanny on September 29, 2007, 07:16:00 PM
Post by: Frenchymanny on September 29, 2007, 07:16:00 PM
Thank you for sharing, BD and Serge! :wavey: :thumbsup: :campfire:
For sure I'm in for next year, no question!
Great crew, wonderful part of the wood, it can't be better!
Welcome back
F-Manny
For sure I'm in for next year, no question!
Great crew, wonderful part of the wood, it can't be better!
Welcome back
F-Manny
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 08:47:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 29, 2007, 08:47:00 PM
You are friggin' right Manny, you ARE coming with us for sure my friend!
We need 6 guys, at least 4 pool 1's to get a bull tag, and we will be getting that bull, just wait and see :bigsmyl: :thumbsup: :archer:
We need 6 guys, at least 4 pool 1's to get a bull tag, and we will be getting that bull, just wait and see :bigsmyl: :thumbsup: :archer:
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Post by: whitebuffalo on September 29, 2007, 11:59:00 PM
Post by: whitebuffalo on September 29, 2007, 11:59:00 PM
Keep'em comming,,looking like a great camp hunt,any bloody arrows pics you could tease us with,, :saywhat:
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 30, 2007, 07:19:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 30, 2007, 07:19:00 AM
Not unless one of us had cut ourselves,,,no arrows were released at moose or bear with malicious intent. ;)
Serge was telling Jim and I that usually the 1st year in a new area is a learning year.
We did learn alot. serge was a great teacher of the moose-way. We have a good set-up for next Sept. we will be better prepared and we will know what to bring.
I had a blast, moose or no moose.
Longbows, Laughs, good times, seeing the true north, howling at the wolves, baiting for bears. It was all worth the trip.
I paddled a small river that is probably the same as it was was 300 hundred years ago when the what would one one-day become the Canadian economy was booming with the fur-trade.
Voyageur canoes might have paddled the same areas we hunted in earnest to load their small vessels with furs.
It was a mind clearing and soulful escape from modern trappings of everyday life.
I know when I got home it felt very busy and the air was heavy and dirty feeling.
But, next year we will again make the trek north with renewed enthusiasm and hopefully, with a valid BULL tag in our collective pocket.
Thanks Serge and Jim for a great time, better guys to spend a week and a half with I cannot think of.
Cary :)
Serge was telling Jim and I that usually the 1st year in a new area is a learning year.
We did learn alot. serge was a great teacher of the moose-way. We have a good set-up for next Sept. we will be better prepared and we will know what to bring.
I had a blast, moose or no moose.
Longbows, Laughs, good times, seeing the true north, howling at the wolves, baiting for bears. It was all worth the trip.
I paddled a small river that is probably the same as it was was 300 hundred years ago when the what would one one-day become the Canadian economy was booming with the fur-trade.
Voyageur canoes might have paddled the same areas we hunted in earnest to load their small vessels with furs.
It was a mind clearing and soulful escape from modern trappings of everyday life.
I know when I got home it felt very busy and the air was heavy and dirty feeling.
But, next year we will again make the trek north with renewed enthusiasm and hopefully, with a valid BULL tag in our collective pocket.
Thanks Serge and Jim for a great time, better guys to spend a week and a half with I cannot think of.
Cary :)
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 30, 2007, 07:50:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 30, 2007, 07:50:00 AM
I should diverge more into our tag situation.
We had a valid "cow" tag.
This makes hunting 10 times harder than a bull.
You can't really call cows, maybe, if everything is perfect, it can be done.
The combo of the warm temps, very wet conditions and proximity to logging roads, made it difficult to locate any calves or cows.
Now that we have a spot to base from and waterways to travel away from the logging roads; we will be set-up much more advantageous next fall.
also, we will have the magic "BULL" tag in pocket. :)
BD
We had a valid "cow" tag.
This makes hunting 10 times harder than a bull.
You can't really call cows, maybe, if everything is perfect, it can be done.
The combo of the warm temps, very wet conditions and proximity to logging roads, made it difficult to locate any calves or cows.
Now that we have a spot to base from and waterways to travel away from the logging roads; we will be set-up much more advantageous next fall.
also, we will have the magic "BULL" tag in pocket. :)
BD
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 30, 2007, 09:14:00 AM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 30, 2007, 09:14:00 AM
Hey Cary, Jim and Serge,
I am so glad to see that you returned home, safe and sound. It is unfortunate that you were unable to start filling your freezers, but it's not all about the kill... Being with good friends and taking in the beauty of the fierce Canadian North must have been breath-taking :scared:
Cary, the pictures are absolutely wonderful as always... You have great vision for picking and freezing moments in time. My favorite of course was the one of the moon.... I also liked the one on page 15 of the narrow passage of water that you headed out on... I could imagine the fur traders coming up through there heavily laden down with spoils of trapping game. You can never replace the feeling of peace, sitting around a fire, gazing at the night full of spectacular stars! :bigsmyl:
The fact that you are already planning a bigger and better event for next year, only tells me that you are more determined to face the new adventure of Cary's Crew!!!!
Cheers
Kelly
I am so glad to see that you returned home, safe and sound. It is unfortunate that you were unable to start filling your freezers, but it's not all about the kill... Being with good friends and taking in the beauty of the fierce Canadian North must have been breath-taking :scared:
Cary, the pictures are absolutely wonderful as always... You have great vision for picking and freezing moments in time. My favorite of course was the one of the moon.... I also liked the one on page 15 of the narrow passage of water that you headed out on... I could imagine the fur traders coming up through there heavily laden down with spoils of trapping game. You can never replace the feeling of peace, sitting around a fire, gazing at the night full of spectacular stars! :bigsmyl:
The fact that you are already planning a bigger and better event for next year, only tells me that you are more determined to face the new adventure of Cary's Crew!!!!
Cheers
Kelly
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 30, 2007, 09:37:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 30, 2007, 09:37:00 AM
Thanks Kelly, but on this trip; we were "Serge's" crew! :)
He has done this a lot, so he was the one we turned to for advice and help.
It was hopefully, the start of a yearly event for the "Mississippi Lake Longbow-Lovers Hunt- Club" or the " MLLLHC" ;)
Prounounced as "ML-E-CH!!!!" ;) :campfire: :archer:
HATS off to Serge Poulin folks. :clapper:
He has done this a lot, so he was the one we turned to for advice and help.
It was hopefully, the start of a yearly event for the "Mississippi Lake Longbow-Lovers Hunt- Club" or the " MLLLHC" ;)
Prounounced as "ML-E-CH!!!!" ;) :campfire: :archer:
HATS off to Serge Poulin folks. :clapper:
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Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 30, 2007, 10:40:00 AM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on September 30, 2007, 10:40:00 AM
Hey Cary,
sorry Serge my mistake.... I am used to Cary planning all these wonderful adventures. Serge, you will have to add a lot of your own commentary for the rest of Trad Gang.
I am sure there are many stories to tell us about, especially the bears that you encountered. :scared: Did Jim do most of the cooking or was that matter of taking turns dishing out the grub. By the sounds of it, you took enough food to feed a whole village up there... :biglaugh:
Well Cary, I am almost positive that you took at least a 100 pictures of the North, we hope that you are planning on showing us some more gorgeous scenes of Nature in it's pure element...
Look forward to seeing and hearing more about Serge and his crew's adventure!!!
TFW
sorry Serge my mistake.... I am used to Cary planning all these wonderful adventures. Serge, you will have to add a lot of your own commentary for the rest of Trad Gang.
I am sure there are many stories to tell us about, especially the bears that you encountered. :scared: Did Jim do most of the cooking or was that matter of taking turns dishing out the grub. By the sounds of it, you took enough food to feed a whole village up there... :biglaugh:
Well Cary, I am almost positive that you took at least a 100 pictures of the North, we hope that you are planning on showing us some more gorgeous scenes of Nature in it's pure element...
Look forward to seeing and hearing more about Serge and his crew's adventure!!!
TFW
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 30, 2007, 12:05:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 30, 2007, 12:05:00 PM
Hey Cary,Kelly,
Serge's crew :confused: ,this is all about friendship and team work,I do enough leadership and coaching at work,now when comes time to enjoy life at it's best,I take the back seat and breathe it all in :D :D ;) .
Next year looks great,some planning already talked about.I'll have the camp banner ready for the trip and will paddle the way north for that special undiscovered moose heaven.
No bloody arrows Jason,would have been nice thought,but this is secondary and a bonus added when it happens,traditional bowhunters are special peoples and this is why we all enjoy every outing ,with or without any animal taken.
Overall,we had a super duper of a week,great friends :thumbsup:
Serge
Serge's crew :confused: ,this is all about friendship and team work,I do enough leadership and coaching at work,now when comes time to enjoy life at it's best,I take the back seat and breathe it all in :D :D ;) .
Next year looks great,some planning already talked about.I'll have the camp banner ready for the trip and will paddle the way north for that special undiscovered moose heaven.
No bloody arrows Jason,would have been nice thought,but this is secondary and a bonus added when it happens,traditional bowhunters are special peoples and this is why we all enjoy every outing ,with or without any animal taken.
Overall,we had a super duper of a week,great friends :thumbsup:
Serge
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 30, 2007, 01:55:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 30, 2007, 01:55:00 PM
Yeah Serge, you are right...lol It was the "MLLLHC" crew. ;)
And the above?? Well said my friend, very well said. :)
James Bay Watershed? I hear it is loaded with moose, and next year, a big bull is taking the ride home with us.
BD
And the above?? Well said my friend, very well said. :)
James Bay Watershed? I hear it is loaded with moose, and next year, a big bull is taking the ride home with us.
BD
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Post by: bearhair on September 30, 2007, 07:53:00 PM
Post by: bearhair on September 30, 2007, 07:53:00 PM
BigDog ... Yep, the first year in an area is always a learning year. My brother and I went through that last year for moose up near the BC/Yukon border. Amazing how much you learn the 1st year. I still can't figure out the moose draw system here in Onario. Do you have to enter the draw as a group? If you are ever up near Smiths Falls, drop by.
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Post by: B.O.D. on September 30, 2007, 08:05:00 PM
Post by: B.O.D. on September 30, 2007, 08:05:00 PM
Hi Stephen,
Long time no hear, how are you?
And yes, we enter as a group, with a designated group leader.
are you interested for next year???
You are very close to Jim , he makes our longbows for us.
BD.
Long time no hear, how are you?
And yes, we enter as a group, with a designated group leader.
are you interested for next year???
You are very close to Jim , he makes our longbows for us.
BD.
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Post by: bearhair on September 30, 2007, 08:39:00 PM
Post by: bearhair on September 30, 2007, 08:39:00 PM
Hey Cary,
Things are starting to look good here for the deer season. I'm taking some holidays end of Oct as my brother is coming out to hunt. Drop me a line if you want to join us. If I can't save up enough pennies to make back up to northern BC i'm definately interested in joing with you guys.
Stephen
Things are starting to look good here for the deer season. I'm taking some holidays end of Oct as my brother is coming out to hunt. Drop me a line if you want to join us. If I can't save up enough pennies to make back up to northern BC i'm definately interested in joing with you guys.
Stephen
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Post by: Jason R. Wesbrock on September 30, 2007, 09:26:00 PM
Post by: Jason R. Wesbrock on September 30, 2007, 09:26:00 PM
Great photos. It sure is beautiful up there.
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Post by: LONGHORN on September 30, 2007, 10:14:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on September 30, 2007, 10:14:00 PM
Thanks Jason,we are fortunate to live and hunt in the Two of the most beautiful country in the world.You sure went to some awesome places too.I enjoy reading your articles,keep it up,good work.
Serge
Serge
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Post by: LONGHORN on October 01, 2007, 11:53:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on October 01, 2007, 11:53:00 PM
Hey Sergio,what about your hunt? Tell us your story and pics now....
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Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on October 02, 2007, 10:18:00 AM
Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on October 02, 2007, 10:18:00 AM
Hi Serge;
My hunt parallel's your hunt, great scenery, beautiful river, and plagued with hi winds, rain, and heat . Even when it was windy ( constantly) it was moving warm air . we had a Bull tag, and of course the only Moose seen (by Me) was a cow !!? Yup! worse weather i have ever Moose hunted in! On the other hand ,the other fellas i was hunting with, were great and the accomodations were first class Sauna and shower etc.
Right now i'm concentrating on a Booner bear i saw from my stand a couple of nights ago. Wrong wind so he woudn't come closer than 60 yds. I watched him with my binoculars for about 1/2 an hour while he sat and milled around forever testing the wind. He finally left for good. Darn south winds, my stand are set upfor nor'westers and theres no way I can move this one bceause of the cover.So right now it's a waiting game. Talk to ya soon!
My hunt parallel's your hunt, great scenery, beautiful river, and plagued with hi winds, rain, and heat . Even when it was windy ( constantly) it was moving warm air . we had a Bull tag, and of course the only Moose seen (by Me) was a cow !!? Yup! worse weather i have ever Moose hunted in! On the other hand ,the other fellas i was hunting with, were great and the accomodations were first class Sauna and shower etc.
Right now i'm concentrating on a Booner bear i saw from my stand a couple of nights ago. Wrong wind so he woudn't come closer than 60 yds. I watched him with my binoculars for about 1/2 an hour while he sat and milled around forever testing the wind. He finally left for good. Darn south winds, my stand are set upfor nor'westers and theres no way I can move this one bceause of the cover.So right now it's a waiting game. Talk to ya soon!
Title: Re: Hi Ho, Hi Ho...it's off for moose we go...WE are BACK! pics added.
Post by: B.O.D. on October 02, 2007, 10:29:00 AM
Post by: B.O.D. on October 02, 2007, 10:29:00 AM
We have been getting a steady diet of S-SW'ers as well, most of our stands are set-up for SW-W winds.
Oh well, it will change in a week or so.
BD
Oh well, it will change in a week or so.
BD
Title: Re: Hi Ho, Hi Ho...it's off for moose we go...WE are BACK! pics added.
Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on October 02, 2007, 12:25:00 PM
Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on October 02, 2007, 12:25:00 PM
Cary; Aweek or so and our Bear will be shutting down for the winter and staying close to their dens. Oh well if the wind doesn't change in the next couple of days, it'll be time to shift to Deer Mode and quit harassing the Bears.Don't really need another Bear anyway , I just enjoy toying with them.
Title: Re: Hi Ho, Hi Ho...it's off for moose we go...WE are BACK! pics added.
Post by: LONGHORN on October 02, 2007, 12:42:00 PM
Post by: LONGHORN on October 02, 2007, 12:42:00 PM
There is always next year,hopefully the weather will be for the best.Hope you get that huge bear Sergio,not much time left but only need one good wind.
Talk to you soon.
Serge
Talk to you soon.
Serge
Title: Re: Hi Ho, Hi Ho...it's off for moose we go...WE are BACK! pics added.
Post by: hunt it on October 02, 2007, 01:36:00 PM
Post by: hunt it on October 02, 2007, 01:36:00 PM
Cary,
Just back from our hunt. Good to see you guys had fun in the north. It is a pretty hard goe with archery and only a cow tag. We had two bull tags for six of us. Saw 8 moose total, two monsters!! One of our guys got a three year old bull on day 4 and a big bear couple days later. Both shot by guys with training wheels so I can't post pics on here.
Just back from our hunt. Good to see you guys had fun in the north. It is a pretty hard goe with archery and only a cow tag. We had two bull tags for six of us. Saw 8 moose total, two monsters!! One of our guys got a three year old bull on day 4 and a big bear couple days later. Both shot by guys with training wheels so I can't post pics on here.
Title: Re: Hi Ho, Hi Ho...it's off for moose we go...WE are BACK! pics added.
Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on October 03, 2007, 08:04:00 AM
Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on October 03, 2007, 08:04:00 AM
Goodmorning! Doesn't look good for Bear hunting today! hiiiigh south winds , rain . Hmmm see what the afternoon brings! a light drizzle with no wind would be great!
Title: Re: Hi Ho, Hi Ho...it's off for moose we go...WE are BACK! pics added.
Post by: Frenchymanny on October 04, 2007, 04:35:00 PM
Post by: Frenchymanny on October 04, 2007, 04:35:00 PM
TTT for the MLLECH team ;)
Title: Re: Hi Ho, Hi Ho...it's off for moose we go...WE are BACK! pics added.
Post by: Patience on October 05, 2007, 09:42:00 PM
Post by: Patience on October 05, 2007, 09:42:00 PM
good to hear you guys had a good time. Just think you were all nice enough to save them for me next year.
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Post by: LONGHORN on October 06, 2007, 12:12:00 AM
Post by: LONGHORN on October 06, 2007, 12:12:00 AM
Ya they will be bigger next year Nick :) .Great time spent out there,too warm but was nice to be away for a while.
Title: Re: Hi Ho, Hi Ho...it's off for moose we go...WE are BACK! pics added.
Post by: northern fisher on October 06, 2007, 08:31:00 AM
Post by: northern fisher on October 06, 2007, 08:31:00 AM
Good to see everyone made it back safe.Sorry to hear nobody "made meat " but like you have already said that is only a small part of the adventure.
Your not alone in the "yet to send a shaft"club.My bears turned off a few weeks ago and hits are few and far between.I haven't seen a calve moose all year and as I write this the rifle season is underway.
On the bright side I have meet a couple butchers and have secured a supply of bait for the remainder of this year and next,also both men said that if any moose comein with the legs on I can take the sinew.
If you are still looking for guys to round out your group for next year I would be interested.I guess I will have to buy a bow from Jim now :biglaugh: :biglaugh: (what A great marketing ploy).
Looking at the pictures,that I thought were great,I can tell that Cary and I tend to see things from a commen view.
Well I guess I should get dressed and go check my baits than head to the marsh this afternoon to harass some mallards.The marsh should be empty since this is the first day for rifle moose.
talk later
Gary
Your not alone in the "yet to send a shaft"club.My bears turned off a few weeks ago and hits are few and far between.I haven't seen a calve moose all year and as I write this the rifle season is underway.
On the bright side I have meet a couple butchers and have secured a supply of bait for the remainder of this year and next,also both men said that if any moose comein with the legs on I can take the sinew.
If you are still looking for guys to round out your group for next year I would be interested.I guess I will have to buy a bow from Jim now :biglaugh: :biglaugh: (what A great marketing ploy).
Looking at the pictures,that I thought were great,I can tell that Cary and I tend to see things from a commen view.
Well I guess I should get dressed and go check my baits than head to the marsh this afternoon to harass some mallards.The marsh should be empty since this is the first day for rifle moose.
talk later
Gary
Title: Re: Hi Ho, Hi Ho...it's off for moose we go...WE are BACK! pics added.
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on October 07, 2007, 10:10:00 AM
Post by: THE FOREST WITCH on October 07, 2007, 10:10:00 AM
Hey there Big dog,
:knothead: don't you think that it is time that you get a Thread going about Deer Season? If I'm not mistaken, I believe that opening day was Mon Oct 1st! I know that it lasts for 3 months too! ;) ;)
I'm sure everyone is anxious to get their teeth into a good read...
Good Luck to all the members that I have had the pleasure of meeting...happy Hunting and Keep the spirits smiling for tis The Season of the Witch :wavey:
The Forest Witch
:knothead: don't you think that it is time that you get a Thread going about Deer Season? If I'm not mistaken, I believe that opening day was Mon Oct 1st! I know that it lasts for 3 months too! ;) ;)
I'm sure everyone is anxious to get their teeth into a good read...
Good Luck to all the members that I have had the pleasure of meeting...happy Hunting and Keep the spirits smiling for tis The Season of the Witch :wavey:
The Forest Witch
Title: Re: Hi Ho, Hi Ho...it's off for moose we go...WE are BACK! pics added.
Post by: JUST-DOO-IT on October 07, 2007, 11:07:00 AM
Post by: JUST-DOO-IT on October 07, 2007, 11:07:00 AM
Hey guys, welcome home.
I also came home empty handed but had a great week. It was way too hot\\windy and the Moose weren't very active. Had a few bulls come to the call (mostly early morning) and we saw 2 but couldn't close the gap.
It could be years before we get another tag in that area!! We may need to venture further north.
I also came home empty handed but had a great week. It was way too hot\\windy and the Moose weren't very active. Had a few bulls come to the call (mostly early morning) and we saw 2 but couldn't close the gap.
It could be years before we get another tag in that area!! We may need to venture further north.