Good to have you back Claudia

Goodness....what a warm welcome back to the campfire!

Yes, I miss the wonderful openness of the West...the way the prairie grass shifts against the breeze, the suddenness of the vaulting mountains, the striking beauty of the afternoon sun reflecting across the endless emptiness.  But as Tim and perhaps others have said, Chester County PA is much more of a wildlife mecca than most people would ever imagine.  In fact, on my own suburban 1 acre lot, I have seen deer, red fox, squirrels, and rabbits.  They all live as residents and in the shaddow of homes and businesses. They are as much a part of the landscape of the East as are the antelope and prairie dogs of the West.
Of course, too many deer in this setting can be a problem...but that's a good problem from my point of view:-) I'll see if I can do my part to help reduce the stress on PA's natural resources
 :D  .
Many thanks to you PA Tradgangers who have reached out to me and offered guidance and assistance in getting me started hunting in this area.  It is so wonderful to be a part of a group whose commitment to traditional bowhunting is exceeded only by their generosity. I owe you a debt of gratitude.
Some of you have asked whether or not I'll be hunting pronghorns this year. Alas, I will miss this year, but will hopefully go again next year.  However, I now have 9 points for a WY moose tag, so I may opt for that instead.  Of course, I'll need to bump my bow weight back up before that trip!
As far as bow poundage goes, I am going to work my way back up very slowly so as not to damage anything.  Right now, I am shooting 40# at my draw length of 27" and will probably stay around 40-44# for this season.  With the right arrow and BH combo, high FOC, and short shots, this is a lethal combo for thin skinned game. When it comes to bow poundage, more is not always better    .
That's it for now, my friends!  Time for more coffee and to get on with the day!

Claudia it is great to see you back.

Welcome back Claudia.  Great to see a familiar face round-here.
 

Welcome home, glad you are back.

Glad you're back Claudia!

Welcome back to the gang.

Now I know why it had seemed a little...bland...around here.  

Welcome back Claudia.  Reading an article by someone else made me think of you and a hunt you posted a couple of years ago.

Billy

Greetings Pinecone!

Welcome back!

I see that you have migrated towards the east.

Stay cool!

Shoot straight, Shinken

 

I hunted the Spearhead ranch last year(awesome place!) and saw your picture posted on the walls with many fine animals. I didn't know that you were a Tradgang member. Welcome back!!!  

Hi Claudia!  I guess I'm new to TG since you've been gone, but it's nice to make your acquaintance!  In my searching around the 'net for trad archery articles, I've come across some of yours and enjoyed reading them.

I work in KOP just outside of Valley Forge park... too bad we can't archery hunt in there!

We missed you!

Welcome Back Claudia. I have enjoyed reading your articles that were on here. Hope that all is going well for you.