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Dec 29 Jan 1 - Recap
The saying goes, "In like a lion, out like a lamb." That was last week's huntinig. I saw a few young bucks and does, but no turkeys. And no shots.

Dec 28 - Back In The Trees

Scent marking tree limbs and I get lucky.
Everything comes down right this morning. GO...

Dec 24 - The Convention Returns

The gobblers and me get wild on the ridge.
One for my record book of great days in the woods in terms of wild turkeys and monster bucks. Lots of Pics too. GO...

Dec 23 - Wild Turkey Convention

Two bearded visitors today. One's a hen!
I've been promising that the 23 was a biggie. I think you will agree that the pics prove it. GO...
Dec 22 - A Disappointment
An unexpected turn of events. GO...
Dec 21 - Afternoon, The Ridge Pays Off
My turkey and deer plan falls in place. GO...
Dec 21 - Morning Hunt
This morning I went to New Secret Stand. GO...

Dec 18 & 19
The short version of a long hunt. GO...

Dec 17, Afternoon - Fighter #2

This afternoon I saw a buck fight, and there wasn't any antler tickling. GO...

Dec 17 - The Fighter

I put my camera in Play mode to check out the last pic. It was in good focus ... and there was more in the picture than the lantern. GO...

Dec 15 - It happens sometimes.
Today I didn't get to do it.

Dec 14 - Wow!!!
Deer and turkeys were in sight but not in range today. But the pace picked up at 5:15. Wow...

Dec 13 - A HotTrails Hot Trail

Bucks, does, wild hogs and 8 longbeard gobblers make for an exciting day. Pics too. GO...

Dec 12 - TrailTimer Pics @ the Point

I took the latest TrailTimer EZ-CAM film to Wal Mart and got it put on CD. Wild turkeys are definitely coming to my water. GO...

Dec 11 - Mid Day Deer
Deer moved after 9:00. A doe with a trailing buck, 2 wandering bucks, 3 wandering does and two doe groups. But the afternoon was uneventful.

Dec 10 - "No Seeum"
The morning hunt was a "no seeum". Later bud Perry Wicker went with me to the Point. GO...

Dec 9 - Freezing Morning, Hoggy Afternoon

A 12 degree morning bowhunt is the perfect way to start a winter day. GO...
On the Afternoon hunt at the Point things thawed out and my self made water hole got unexpected visitors. GO...

Dec 8 - Coldsville

Today's hunt was a frosty one. Go...
December - Water Where There Isn't Any
Early Spring was the last time it rained. Everything has dried up. Except for my poor food plot. It is barely green but it still brings deer. It has another strong point, my home made 30 inch by 6 inch water trough. Here's the pics...

Bowhunting The Rut In Illinois
Illinois Trophy Bowhunt Home Page

From November 11-17 Bill Goodwin, Fred Lutger and myself bowhunted with Roib & McNeff in the Illinois Golden Triangle. GO...

BACK HOME (November)

Wild turkeys and deer! Here are the pics and hunt logs for November 2005. November...

October 2005 Bowhunts
Bowhunt At Double G Outfitting
TO THIS HUNT'S HOME PAGE
I met our Taxidermy columnists Larry Reese as well as Mike Glanden and New Zealanders John & Whatt McBride at the Double G Outfitting and our host Garrett George gave us all a 4 day hunt to hang on the wall. Double G Hunt...

There were a lot of deer seen and I got plenty of some super deer and buck pics. GO...

2nd Annual Bowhunting.net Bowhunt With Bill Don
Once again our Bowhunting.net hunt was a fun time and a big success. Day by day logs of bowhunters Diamond Dave, George & DaveTage, Chef Klaus, Rick Philippi, John Askew, Jim Bob Baker, Jeff Gossett, Colby Ward, Tyge Floyd, Donald Duck and more join the hunt. GO...

Double Kicker Hunt (October)

Hunt logs and lots of pictures of October's hunt hunt for the Double Kicker buck I located by scouting my area. Double Kicker Hunt...
October Hunt Logs & Pics - The rest of the October bowhunts. GO...

2005 Canadian Bear Hunt
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Setting Up For The Hunt

Before the first group of bear hunters arrived there was lots of work to do. Set-Up #1 and #2 and #3

A Skunk Bear At Double Matrix
Taking A Bear On The Ground...

Fred had a plan, using two Double Bull Matrix blinds so we could video our hunts. It was kinda off the wall. Just the way we like it. GO/...

Bear Hunters - Group #1
Group #1 Hunt Home Page

Kirby Knackstedt's Group for 2005

They are guys who know all about working hard, playing hard and hunting hard.

Bear Hunters - Group #2
To Group 2 Hunt

More bear hunting logs and lots of pictures as Group 2 takes to the big woods.

TrailTimer Bear Pictures

Before and during the hunt we monitored stand sites and bear movement with TrailTimer EZY-Cams and I put several galleries online during the hunt. GO...

Equipment Field Testing
Part of our job on the bear hunt was to test products. | Tests #1 | Tests #2 | Tests #3 |

This year we had equipment that helped make some of the hunt's set up tasks easier. And we had some cool new bow gear too. GO...

Double Kicker Buck Gives Us Pics
Double Kicker 8-Point on August 9 - Keeping the other bucks in line

PART- Here are the rest of the DK Pics.

August 9: The Double Kicker 8-point noticed a buck's antlers above the tall grass. DK went to the buck and postured to put him in his place. Two more bucks came up and DK faced off on them. They bumped antlers, in spite of the velvet. And my camera got it all. GO...

Wild Hog Pajama Party

August 1 - Daybreak ... I checked my web cam. A wild boar was eating my deer pellets. I didn't waste a second, I slipped on my boots, sprayed myself with Scent Killer and went outside in my pajamas. To The Hunt...

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2005 Grand Slam 6-Pack
Bowhunting.net is going for a six pack! That's 6 Grand Slams for 3 Wild Turkey Bowhunters (2 each of every species) ... in one Spring season ... with the bow and arrow. Online!
Home Page Of Grand Slam 6-Pack
To Hunt In: Florida Hunt #1 | Florida Hunt #2 |
Texas Hunt #1 | Nebraska 6-pac | Illinois Hunt | Texas Hunt #2 | Rocky Creek Ranch Hunt |

South Florida Osceola Bowhunt
DAY 1 - Doug Crabtree's South Florida Opener in March

Turkeys! In the palmettos. Doug popped up the Double Bull on the edge, set the decoys, and called. Without a peep the birds ran to the blind -- 14 Toms. Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3.

Osceola Bowhunt #2
Action In The Orange Grove

Later in March Fred Lutger, Doug Crabtree and I bowhunt with Ken Mayes for Osceolas. Nine days of hard hunting with ups and downs. And a strong finish. To Our Florida Hunt #2.

Rio Grande Bowhunt In Texas
Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4 | Day 5 |

Doug Crabtree and Fred Lutger have only 4 1/2 days to bag the Rio in the Texas leg of our Grand Slam Quest.

Bowhunting Illinois

We are hunting as guests of with Wells Creek Outfitters in Clayton, Illinois. Everyone heard lots of gobbles on the roost and had encounters of the gobbler kind. To Day #1 | Day #2 & Lots Of PIcs | Day 3 | Day 4 & 5

Nebraska 6 Pack
Nebraska Day 1 | Day 2 ...

This Nebraska bowhunt got to the good part, fast, as we tag 4 merriam's and 2 Easterns and Doug Crabtree gets the first Grand Slam.

Nice Day For A Grand Slam

The plan was to only hunt an hour. That was before a longbeard showed up. To The Hunt...

Rocky Creek Ranch For Rios

Kenny McCrea of McCrea Outdoors takes Roy Keefer and I bowhunting wild turkeys.
Hunts: #1 - #2 | #3 | #4 | #5 | #6 | #7 |

Bowhunting Wild Hogs 2005
Bowhunting Wild Hogs 2005 Home Page
The ongoing bowhunt for wild hogs.

NWTF Convention & Sport Show
To HOME PAGE For NWTF Coverage
Every year we cover the National Wild Turkey Federation Convention & Sport Show. Here's what happened in 2005 in Nashville.

Scouting For Deer 2005

Scouting deer year long and taking pictures all the way. Bucks loose their antlers. Does get fat. The first buck in velvet and the first fawn sightings. The antlers grow and in September bucks shed their velvet and get feisty towards other bucks. All in pictures.
Home Page Scouting For Deer 2005

December 2005 News
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December Bowhunts: Hunt logs & pictures.

New Products: archery & bowhunting gear.

Field Evaluations: Field tests of new archery gear by out field testing team.

December News & Articles

On To The Next Step, by Susan Lagazo
Susan and Armen bought the land. Deer are there. Join their quest for success.

EVALUATION: Nikon Monarch Laser 800 Rangefinder, by John Silks - Estimating yardage is critical in bowhunting so Jon puts a critical eye on the new Nikon model.

CamTrakker Joins Bowhunting.net
CamTrakker, The most advanced wildlife/scouting cameras. For scouting, wildlife management or security CamTrakker is Professional Grade.

EVALUATION: Elimitrax, by Jon E. Silks
Being scent free is vital to bowhunting success. Elimitrax products are checked out by Jon.

Taking the Time to Help, by Randy Oitker
This young bowhunter & showman has made a name for himself but his selfless helping others is what warms the heart.

Accurate Archery, by Frank Addington
The object of archery is to hit what we aim at. Sure, main thing is have fun but hitting what we aim at makes it more fun. Frank Addington Jr has fun.

Boars and Mechanicals, by Gary Dowdy
Wild Boars are tough critters. Some will say too tough for a mechanical broadhead. Gary has something to say about the Sullivan EXP.

Close Vision Loss Affecting Your Bowhunting? - Is shooting your bow harder because of near vision problems. The Bow Anchor Sight may solve your eyesight problems.

Jack Jetton & Steve Peters with their bucks

Stalking Mule Deer, by Jack Jetton
The right bowhunter, the right camo, a skillful stalk and definitely the right mule deer buck.

NEW: Nikon Intro's New ProStaff
Looking for a compact binocular that can take the hard knocks you put it through outdoors? Check the new ProStaff Waterproof ATB.

Honey Creek - Day 6, by Steve Peters
The final day and after 5 days of hard hunting a spectacular conclusion.

A Great Big Thanks!, by Daniel Grundman
In their first column Flex-Fletch gets right to the heart of bowhunting and it all starts with a very large THANK YOU!

EVALUATION: Cranford Deluxe Tree Steps, by Dave Conrad - Cranford is known for making the best Tree Steps but our Dave Conrad puts the EZY Climb Deluxe Steps to a real test.

Honey Creek - Day 5, by Steve Peters
The hunting is hard, the weather and long hours in stand move into Day 5 at Honey Creek.

Boot Buddy Attracts a Following
Ever used a scent drag? Don't work do they? Well if you want to lay down a scent trail that does try the new Boot Buddy from Triple R Outdoors.

Looking for a better than average buck?
Matt Burrows of Stick N String Outfitters has a plan for you.

Honey Creek - Day 4, by Steve Peters
The bucks are moving, the heart rates go up.

Salvaging a Substandard Season, by Arliss McNalley - The season is still in and you still are hopeful, but what if you don't? New columnists Arliss may make you feel better.

Honey Creek - Day 3, by Steve Peters
It's day 3 and things are heating up at Honey Creek.

The Bison Is Calling!

Hunttones Offers Bison Ringtone
Hunttones, with cell phone rings for us bowhunters now has a Bison ringtone.

Bachelors And Beans, by Lisa Metheny
You could probably hear the screaming a county away. Columnist Lisa Metheny draws down on her first P&Y buck.

Tell Us About Your Hunts
An easy to use, fun way for you to share your bowhunts, events and experiences -- it's the next big thing, BowhuntingBlog.com

Honey Creek - Day 2, by Steve Peters
The sun breaks on day 2 and the big bucks at Honey Creek.

Some Christmas Suggestions From MyTopo - Want a unique gift for your hunting buddy or relative? MyTopo the aerial photorgaphs & topo map specialists has a few suggestions.

EVALUATION: BowKaddy, by Jason Balazs - If you transport a bow anywhere take a serious look at the new BowKaddy. Field Evaluator Jason tries it and reports back to us.

Honey Creek Bowhunt - Day 1, by Steve Peters - It's day 1 at Honey Creek in Missouri and Steve Peters is ready.

Peters Hunts Honey Creek Outfitters Pt 1
Come along with Steve Peters as he hunts with Kevin Harris of Honey Creek Outfitters in Northern Missouri.

EVALUATION: ASAT Camouflage, by Jason Balazs - Its been around for awhile. It doesn't have the big bucks behind it some do but does it work? Jason Balazs has his opinion.

I Remember Papa Bear, Chapter 5-Pt 3, by Dick Lattimer - Big names, big hearts, a hearty chuckle and a few tears.

Roy is just back from NW Territory

NW Territory Caribou, by Roy Keefer
Following the sure footed Caribou was a hard hunt for Roy and wife but the results are worth it.

New Product: Carbon Express Maxima New Design - Maxima™ Hunter carbon arrow technology revolutionizes “Front of Center” design, allowing archers to shoot with unparalleled down-range accuracy.

Happy Holloween to our youngest writer

Halloween Monster Buck, by Randy Oitker
Suddenly ... from the dark woods ... comes the Monster Buck.

New Products - Tree Cat Climbing Stand
Makes climbing easier and it adjusts to the tree as you goe. The hot new 'Tree Cat™ Climber from North Starr Treestands

We Have A Sweepstakes Winner
The November sweeps has been claimed.

Resisting Temptation . . . To Sue, by Karen Cranford - Sueing has become normal, even if the person is at fault. Doesn't seem right but Karen Cranford has a suggestion to stop it.

So THIS is Hunting!, by Cassie Byers
Steve Byers introduced his wife Cassie to the sport. This is her story with a storybook ending and a great beginning for them both.

The Gift, by Patrick Gordon
Gifts come in many variety and mean differant things to differant people. I think, for us, this is the Gift we are all thankful for.

Renzos Knows Decoys Work

Renzo's Decoys - Do They Work?
You read about decoys. And you've read about Renzo's Decoys. Now you can read some tales from those who use them.

I Remember Papa Bear - Chap 5-Pt 2, by Dick Lattimer - The saga continues on the legend, Fred Bear.

NEWS: BowKaddy's Christmas Sale!
The perfect gift for the archer now on Sale at BowKaddy! Bowkaddy's regular price is $89.99 now reduced for Christmas to $79.99.

NEWS: New Hunttones Added - Now For Verizon - Hunttones Wild Game Ringtones feature everything from Cougar to wild turkey are now available for Verizon customers.

2nd Annual Bowhunt At Wild Horse Prairie Ranch, by Rick Philippi
Rick reports on the 2nd Annual Bowhunting.net Hunt with Billy Don at Wild Horse Prairie Ranch in the Texas hill country.

Enter To Win 47 Archery & Bowhunting Prizes - Our December Sweepstakes is another big one. Prizes include Gorilla Treestand and Nikon Binoculars.

Are You Our November Sweeps Winner?
The first entry eligible to claim and win dozens of prizes from today's top archery & bowhunting companies in our November Sweepstakes.

Steve Bartylla in Wisconsin

Bowhunting Southern Wisconsin, by Steve Bartylla - Steve tests his Stand Hunting theories in Wisconsin at Buff Country Outfitters.

NIKON'S New Monarch Binoculars Rule!, by CJ Davis - Nikon makes great optics and their new Monarch ATB belongs in your pack.

I Love My Old Hunting Boots
by Fred Lutger

"My hunting boots are like my good friend. They're dependable; they comfort me and have been with me for years. But..." GO...

Zano reports in on his 2005 season and Rick Philippi field tests the Double Bull Matrix.
Zano And The "Stumpy" Buck
In a year with dangerously low rainfall Zano finds surprises in the deer woods this 2005 season.

BowKaddy Joins Bowhunting.net
Alaris Concepts introduces BowKaddy the bow rack that fits all bows, pickups & sport ATV's for more convenient travel and in-the-field use.

The ASAT Camo Story, by Jim Barnhart
ASAT CAMOUFLAGE remarkable All Season-All Terrain Camo. Guaranteed or your money back! No bull, No Gimmicks, just great camo!

Flex-Fletch Joins Bowhunting.net
Flex-Fletch vanes have been the ultimate arrow guidance for 35 years and remain so to this day. There is no equal, see for yourself.

Pan Hunting Offers Bowhunting Experience! - Pan Hunting is a FREE Hunting Service that offers the very best worldwide bowhunting destinations possible to provide you with a true adventure of a lifetime!

HUNT RECORDER & Notes Book
An easy to use, innovative tool to help deer
hunters hunters be more successful.

DirtSkirt by HuntSaver Outdoors
DirtSkirt fits all treestands to stop mud and debris from falling off your boots and spooking the trophy you're hunting. A must have item.

NEWS: Nature Hits Your Cell Phone - Hunttones - You are a hunter. Tired of Beethoven or rap beats as a ring tone for your cell? Want a coyote, cougar or elk? Check these out.

MOTHWING CAMO Joins Bowhunting.Net
Introducing the Original TREE-D™ Camo using the latest computer technology with the mimicry and cryptic coloration of moths.

Expansion At Bowhunting.Net's Online Store - Timm Getts brings expansion, new management, more lines, hundreds more products and better prices to BowhuntingStore.com at Bowhunting.net.

Make Scents Really Work For You This Season With Edgefield Outdoors Products
Use Wickster and ScentLeaf Scent Dispensers and High Performance Synthetic hunting scents.

Loc-On Treestands Joins Bowhunting.Net - For the best in light-weight, fixed position treestands. Also replacement cordura cloth seats, vinyl super seats, straps, chains & more.

Wolverine Steps Into New Terrain And Joins Bowhunting.net - From hunting in wet, freezing conditions to summer hiking, Wolverine has boots and shoes perfect for every outdoor adventure. Comfortable and durable footwear that keeps you going all day long.

NEWS: NASP Joins Bowhunting.net
The National Archery in the Schools Program is introducing archery to schools nation wide.

Welcome Sting & String Outfitters
Bowhunting only hunting Consultant. High quality hunts in the western U.S., Canada and Africa. Plus bowhunting videos including "Africa with Stick & String", the most informative video ever produced on bowhunting in Africa.

IMB Outfitters Joins Bowhunting.net
Illinois, Iowa, Missouri Monster Bucks hunts 20.000 acres in the trophy buck country of Pike County, Illinois, South Southeastern Iowa, and Northern Missouri.

TaylorMaid Bowstrings Joins Bowhunting.net - Perfection in bow strings and cables. Bowstrings that are tough, precisely made with superior materials & tight servings. Accept nothing but the best, Taylor Maid.

Sunset Creek Deerskin Joins Bowhunting.net - A full range of distinctive products from wallets to coats. Crafted from soft, elegant deerskin. Buy new, tan your deer hides, or trade deer hides for merchandise. Remarkable deerskin products for the entire family.

Triple R Outdoors Joins Bowhunting.net

Introducing the BOOT BUDDY™. it dispenses scent as you walk and leaves a "HOT" scent trail right to your stand! A must have product for deerhunters.

Carbon Express Joins Bowhunting.net
One of the leading carbon arrows for hunting and target as well as arrow components. For a tough, straight, target punching arrow, look here.

Gorilla Treestands Joins Bowhunting.net
Revolutionary, award-winning treestands and other hunting accessories that are available throughout at leading hunting retailers.

Decal King Joins Bowhunting.net
Do you own a 4x4? A truck you want to dress up? Camo, Chinese, 4x4, Tribal decals and more are hot and they are right here.

Eastman Outfitters Joins Bowhunting.net
Award Winning Eastman Outfitters™ is a leading manufacturer of quality hunting blinds, broadheads and hunting accessories available throughout North America at leading retailers and hunting specialty stores.

NBEF Joins Bowhunting.net
NBEF now on bowhunting.net: The Official International Bowhunter Education Program website.

Join Our Deerhunt In 2005 ...

Join Our 2005 Bowhunting.net Online Deerhunt - Wanna hunt with us on the 2nd Annual Bowhunting.net Online deerhunt with Billy Don this October? You're invited.

Archery Innovations - Introducing the Bow Anchor Sight. If you are looking for a way to shoot better, don’t miss this new archery innovation.

March 2005 On Bowhunting.net
Bowhunting for the Grand Slam 6-Pack. Daily pics and updates as Fred Lutger, Doug Crabtree & I bowhunt for the Florida Osceola. New archery & bowhunting products and Field Evaluations. Daily news.

February 2005 On Bowhunting.net
The Pic and coverage of the National Wild Turkery Convention. Deer & wild turkey scouting pics. New archery & bowhunting products and Field Evaluations. Daily news.

January 2005 On Bowhunting.net
The Archery Trade Show was the big event this month and our coverage was extensive. Lots of pictures too. Plus lots of news, field tests and articles.

A Bowhunter Making A Difference In Iraq - Daily Reports From Doug Besherse

Iraq International Archery Competition 2004
People of all ages came. Of many nationalities: Western, European, Middle Eastern, as well as Male & Female. They all had a good time ... in a not so good place. And bowhunter Doug Besherse reported daily to us from Iraq about this important moral boosting event.

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