Hey NJ Winter Bow Gang!

[**DONOTDELETE**]

Wow, Eric was told that there was not going to be a course set-up.

Eric, Lee & I did some scouting behind the Owl's nest. We saw 2 nice scrapes that weren't that old. We found 3 good trees just off the trail to set up on. We then went to sweet hollow and Eric picked out 2 trees and the spot I was at on the last day of winter bow, You could see that the power co. cut down a lot of brush along the power lines. Lots of sign at both places. Eric also kicked up a yote & we came across a dead deer. The only thing left was the bones. Everything is looking good for this coming season.

[fyrfyter43]

Originally posted by bentpole:
Ok now the bad news. Pequest Valley Archery is closing forever at the end of the year! More good news though, Everything on the shelves is 30 % off! No custom stuff or bows.But, broadheads, field tips, inserts, nock,feathers, strings that are made up etc, etc. What a shame, been going there for years.

Ya know, I was wondering about that when we were there last week. The shelves were pretty bare, some equipment was for sale, and the 30% off signs were up.

I guess Scott didn't want to say anything with all the people that were there.

It really is a shame. They're handy if you need something in a pinch, and I've really enjoyed just going there and shooting the bull. Not to mention Scott was realy a big help yesterday. Gave Lee some pointers that I might never have picked up on, and really increased my confidence in my setup.

[bentpole]

Eric, Bill and Scott should be entered in the New Jersey Traditional Archery Hall of Fame!! They have converted/helped SOOOOO many of us it is truely a shame to see them go.Their prices were always right. Had plenty of info when needed and are just good folks as most of us have found out! Nothing to do on a Sunday? Call up see if their open.Want to try a bow out no problem always targets setup, tune, bareshaft, you name it . Not to mention all their time and effort they put in at the Whittingham Shoots over the years as APPALACHIAN BOWMAN Members .  Well at least now they can get  some hunting time in. Two Truely great folks that are welcome at my hunting camp or camp fire any time!!! By the way I still think to this day Scott makes the best bow strings and Bill makes the prettiest tapered cedars around!

[Jerry Jeffer]

Bummer about PVA, Guess I'll be left with online shopping only now.      :(    

[bentpole]

Jerry, yeh you and me both Bud! Sal and Eric, with the addition of those acres at Sweet Hollow that could be a hot spot this year! As long as the hunting pressure isn't there.Did they clear cut the Power Lines? If they did that new growth could help us too!

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Not all was cut, but it does look different. We don't know where the new land is yet...

[fyrfyter43]

Alot of the brush along the power lines was cut, but there are still some pockets of it. I have 3 stand sites picked out - 1 right along the power lines, and 2 others within 100 yards of them. Hell, all 3 stands are probably within 150 yards of each other!

We went for a ride when we were done - the new land isn't posted at all yet, and it's not on the maps either.

[bentpole]

Sounds good Eric and Sal! Great report!You folks think there's room for this old guy? That new land >>>---> SHHHHHH. Hey we have to wack a doe first there correct?

[**DONOTDELETE**]

Yes, before Oct 4th You need a DOE first.. Yes Tom, there is lots of room at both places...

[fyrfyter43]

Plenty of room Tom! I'll only really be able to hunt the afternoon on the opener, but I might head to Sweet Hollow depending on who comes down this way. Otherwise, I'll be in the ladder at my parents' house.

Less than 2 weeks to go!

[Recurve50 LBS]

Hey could I come with you guys?

[Deadbolt]

with these temps ill be on the boat...its crazy hunting in this heat LOL!

[pdk25]

Tom, Supposed to me in the 90's this week but supposed to be a high of 76 on september 10th.  Look at the trend.  Until those big stripers are running back down, I'm gonna try to pull you off that boat given half a chance.

[**DONOTDELETE**]

Sure You can Larry.

Tom, it was kool in the woods the other day, but walk out in the light and it got warm fast... In Hot weather, the deer will look for water. They still move, just got to go look for them.

[Recurve50 LBS]

Ok I got my permit for Sweet Hollow in my pocket.

[**DONOTDELETE**]

Larry, you just want to hunt sweet hollow? How about behind the Owl's nest then sweet hollow? I'm hoping I can find a ride, since no car.. If not then I'll be hunting the back woods all day. Hopefully Eric might be able to pick me up for a afternoon hunt at sweet hollow.

[fyrfyter43]

Sal, I'll definitely be out for the afternoon hunt - I should be home from that appt. around 10:00 or so. If it stays this dry between now and then, I think I'll hunt that hickory along the stream at Sweet Hollow.

[fyrfyter43]

You guys should hunt that ridge behind the Owl's Nest in the morning. I really think that's gonna be a good spot. Sit tight until about 10:30 - 11:00 and I'll meet you there for lunch.

[**DONOTDELETE**]

I'm game, I have to find a ride.. Really don't want to ride my mountain bike, But If I do... Can you give my bike a ride home Eric?

[joe skipp]

Time is getting close Jersey Boys....make sure those Thermacells are in working order. Those Jersey Skeeters may not be the biggest but those Bast....s sure chew you up in bunches!  

I know Scott's thinking about wrapping himself up in Duct tape....Mikey sez he's going to start chewing large cloves of raw garlic....and I have an extra large fly swatter.....