|
Forums46
Topics538,589
Posts9,738,906
Members87,095
| |
Most Online25,604
Feb 12th, 2024
|
|
|
 Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: Big Orn]
#487261
11/17/08 01:25 AM
|
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 36
BBDhillcountry
Light Foot
|
|
Light Foot
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 36 |
for mgt. reasons I think it is good to take does (like said earlier by someone) and if you don't want to mess with them then take them to a processor that gives the meat to the hungry (there are some where I hunt that offer this)...I think you have to pay about $20 but at least you will feel good about it and help your buck population so you will see more trophy bucks. just an idea if you can't use the meat...though I am like some others in this topic that LOVE..LOVE...LOVE the doe meat and fortuntley so does everyone in my family...mmmmmmmmmmm.  I do understand that you might not get the same feeling when shooting a doe vs. a buck but for me I feel like it is good practice.
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: cbump]
#487262
11/17/08 01:50 AM
|
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 2,814
1000YRDSTARE
Veteran Tracker
|
|
Veteran Tracker
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 2,814 |
Quote:
So, this morning was my first time to get out with the rifle this year, and right at first light I shot a doe. I felt absolutely no excitement and as I was cleaning her I was actually a little mad that I had shot. To me it was more trouble than it was worth. I mean, I am the only one that even eats it at the house. So, I think I have just completely crossed over into the trophy hunter phase. I have no desire to mess with does ever again.
Anyone else feel this way?
Nope not at all, I am actually going out in the morning after I get off at 4 am with a rifle to try to take a doe, {to ensure a quick hunt}. I am trying to help my friend put some meat in his freezer  He needs it and loves it. I passed on a few does all last week and now am kicking myself because I let my friend down. 
I kept saying to my self while I was watching them through my scope last Friday a.m. "why am I sitting on this log and not in my stand with my bow"??????  
Now I understand about the excitement side and stand point. It was killing me not hunting with a bow, I have said it before and I will say it again, I may have put the rifle down for a long time; when I can hunt with a bow I will 100% of the time. There is excitement in that for me
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: Crazyhorse]
#487263
11/17/08 02:26 AM
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 213
BChambers
Woodsman
|
|
Woodsman
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 213 |
Quote:
There is a statement I have an issue with:
Quote:
I quit taking pleasure in shooting does
I do not take pleasure in shooting anything except rats and coyotes.
Everything else, bucks/does/bulls/cows/hens/roosters/boars/sows, there is no or really should be no Pleasure in shooting, that is what a person is out there to do, kill the animal of their choice.
Being elated that vyou are getting the chance to kill an animal that is special to an individuals on wants and desires is one thing, getting pleasure in taking a life, without respecting the concept that as a human we are given that priveldge, not the neccessity of having to kill to live, to me is wrong.
I go out to kill something when I pick up the gun.
I get no pleasure out of the kill, but to accomplish my goal of collecting some meat, or if I am after horn, killing to obtain that, is just merely part of the mechanics of the hunt. JMO.
I agree totally. This is one of my big problems with all those hunting shows. To me, all the whooping and hollerin' and high fives show a lack of respect for the kill. I get gret pleasure from the hunt in all its various aspects, but the actual kill itself? No. Bringing death may be a necessity, but it is not, IMO. a cause for celebration.
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: BChambers]
#487264
11/17/08 02:29 AM
|
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 20,758
cbump
OP
THF Celebrity
|
|
OP
THF Celebrity
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 20,758 |
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: BChambers]
#487265
11/17/08 02:31 AM
|
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 22,277
Texas Dan
THF Celebrity
|
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 22,277 |
I don't take issue with anyone who refuses to harvest does. Just don't take issue with other hunters who have to take an extra one because of it. For every buck that leaves the woods, a doe needs to be taken as well to maintain balance.
"Some people will never like you because your spirit irritates their demons."
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: Texas Dan]
#487266
11/17/08 02:41 AM
|
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 20,758
cbump
OP
THF Celebrity
|
|
OP
THF Celebrity
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 20,758 |
Quote:
Just don't take issue with other hunters who have to take an extra one because of it.
Who has taken issue with this?
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: Texas Dan]
#487267
11/17/08 02:41 AM
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 213
BChambers
Woodsman
|
|
Woodsman
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 213 |
Perhaps necessity is too strong a word-perhaps "desirable". And I agree with Dan-better trophy quality in the future depends in most cases on doe harvest today.
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: Big Orn]
#487268
11/17/08 02:51 AM
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 466
Smoker1
Bird Dog
|
|
Bird Dog
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 466 |
I look for does just like I do bucks!
In fact, early season I am exclusively hunting does because by then practically all of my venison from the previous season is gone.
But my family and friends all love venison.
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: Smoker1]
#487269
11/17/08 02:57 AM
|
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 978
Johnny_J_JaMata
Tracker
|
|
Tracker
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 978 |
Chris, my feeling is do what you enjoy, weather you harvest them, let them walk or donate them. Forget what everyone else says......it's your time in the woods, your hunt and ultimately your choice. Nothing else should matter!
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: cbump]
#487270
11/17/08 03:16 AM
|
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 11,104
kwrhuntinglab
"The Guardian"
|
|
"The Guardian"
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 11,104 |
Quote:
Quote:
Just don't take issue with other hunters who have to take an extra one because of it.
Who has taken issue with this?
I have issues.....I just don't know what they are yet....
Golly Gee Willickers Chris......
Can't you just follow proper herd management.....and shoot a pure trophy....
Spend time with the ones you love. Time is not guaranteed.
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: kwrhuntinglab]
#487271
11/17/08 03:36 AM
|
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 13,735
helomech
THF Celebrity
|
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 13,735 |
I am just as happy taking a doe. I have killed many does, and still get excited when I take another one. I am out of deer meat, and I am looking forward to getting me a doe soon. Yes I would like to kill a big buck as much as the next guy, but am happy with a doe also.
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: helomech]
#487272
11/17/08 03:51 AM
|
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 31,058
HWY_MAN
THF Celebrity
|
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 31,058 |
Quote:
I am out of deer meat, and I am looking forward to getting me a doe soon.
Not much longer, looks like y'all will be here when the big boys are moving.
Yes! A Weatherby does kill them deader.
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: HWY_MAN]
#487273
11/17/08 03:52 AM
|
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 13,735
helomech
THF Celebrity
|
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 13,735 |
Quote:
Quote:
I am out of deer meat, and I am looking forward to getting me a doe soon.
Not much longer, looks like y'all will be here when the big boys are moving.
That is the only thing giving me any hope for this season. I am looking so forward to it. We got the hotel reserved.
Thanks
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: Big Orn]
#487274
11/17/08 04:06 AM
|
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 28
Nick
Light Foot
|
|
Light Foot
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 28 |
I'm like some of you. I will shoot a doe at the end of the season but only when I can't get a buck. It used to be just my dad and I eating it....now it will be just me...and some friends if they want some.
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: Nick]
#487275
11/17/08 04:12 AM
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 96
texascowboy
Outdoorsman
|
|
Outdoorsman
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 96 |
Yeah same here I will shoot a buck if its a good size but, now days its about putting meat on the table. New idea though thinking about tring to get into bowhunting; have heard it brings back the thrill of the hunt. May start praticing{sp} before next season.
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: cbump]
#487276
11/17/08 12:45 PM
|
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 657
BradleyGT
Tracker
|
|
Tracker
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 657 |
Chris, take that doe make it into jerky. When you go back to work  and you want to be out hunting for that BIG BUCK grab a piece of that jerky and before you know it you will forget you are at work and you will be dreaming about that big monster BUCK!!!!!! 
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: BradleyGT]
#487277
11/17/08 01:22 PM
|
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 1,139
huntnfishtx
Pro Tracker
|
|
Pro Tracker
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 1,139 |
I haven't ever shot a doe. I have really considered it though... and if I ever thought I had too much in the freezer already, there is always the Hunters for the Hungry program...
They don't put the word "eat" in "meat" for nothin you hippie ![[Linked Image]](http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f397/james94m/soldiers.jpg) ![[Linked Image]](http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f397/james94m/fishing2-1.jpg)
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: HWY_MAN]
#487278
11/17/08 01:28 PM
|
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 11,104
kwrhuntinglab
"The Guardian"
|
|
"The Guardian"
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 11,104 |
Quote:
Quote:
I am out of deer meat, and I am looking forward to getting me a doe soon.
Not much longer, looks like y'all will be here when the big boys are moving.
Save one for me....
I am still trying for the bow kill.....
Spend time with the ones you love. Time is not guaranteed.
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: huntnfishtx]
#487279
11/17/08 01:33 PM
|
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 11,669
cody
THF Celebrity
|
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 11,669 |
I haven't killed a buck in many years. Simply because the last buck I killed was my biggest to date and I've not seen one better. He was a very heavy 10, 6.5 years old. I kill two or three doe every year. I don't gather any excitement by shooting the does. I get my kicks out of sitting in a bush. Listening to the sounds, watching a bird, smelling everything you can't smell sitting in an office. I love hunting! I don't care if I ever kill another deer as long as I can get close to them and nature.
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: Crazyhorse]
#487280
11/17/08 01:55 PM
|
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 32,044
txtrophy85
THF Celebrity
|
|
THF Celebrity
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 32,044 |
although i will not shoot a buck with mediocre horns (apart from culls) i love shooting does, there good target practice. we get in the jeep, corn the roads and take only head or neck shots. we have to take a bunch of does any way, we proccess the ones we want and donate the rest. shooting a doe in a stand over a feeder looses its appeal quick but if you make a game outta it, ie. shoot them in the head/ with a muzzle loader or pistol/bow, or whatever it becomes fun. we do make sure we shoot them in the road because packin a doe for over a mile is rediculous. if you ever need some practice cleaning a deer come on down to my place for weekend, we can put you to work after a few dozen you can do gut a deer in about 3 min
For it is not the quarry that we truly seek, but the adventure.
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: cody]
#487281
11/17/08 01:56 PM
|
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 2,206
TexasHeat
Veteran Tracker
|
|
Veteran Tracker
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 2,206 |
Nothing wrong with that! No one needs to kill to eat now a days! I shot does all the time! Reason is, everyone in my house loves venison. Also make a huge batch of deer and duck / goose jerky to pass out for xmas up at the office. Also I feel way better feeding it to my family. I know exactly how to care for the meet and knows it's safe and clean. I process my own and have for years! I would go broke if I took every deer or duck/goose to processor!
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: jrs_39]
#487282
11/17/08 02:19 PM
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 5,120
GUTIT
THF Trophy Hunter
|
|
THF Trophy Hunter
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 5,120 |
Quote:
I'm with you all the way. Neither my wife or daughter will touch venison. I have $300 dollars of venison sausage wasting away in my freezer. It will take the monster of all monsters to make me pull the trigger again. But I still have fun hanging out at the ranch.
Do not waste it, throw some my way. My family and friends cannot get enough venison. You hunters that do not want to mess with the does after you shoot them may find many of us that will take them off your hands and live close to you. Post an add. Hunters For the hungry always takes them.
Stronghold Construction Group
Commercial and Residential Project Management
Managing all your construction needs
Kent@StrongholdConstructionGroupDOTcom
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: Big Orn]
#487283
11/17/08 02:28 PM
|
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 3,056
rstewlandman
Veteran Tracker
|
|
Veteran Tracker
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 3,056 |
JMO but i feel like if you shoot a buck you should shoot at least one doe...esp if you hunt the Hill Country...but I pretty much use that as my rule of thumb....but then again we eat all eat the meat.....I dont get a big rush from a doe but feel like I am doing the herd good overall
the man at the top of the mountain didn't fall up it
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: rstewlandman]
#487284
11/17/08 02:40 PM
|
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 20,366
Curly
Overrated
|
|
Overrated
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 20,366 |
Yep cbump, in that case you should definately not shoot another doe. Even though it's good for buck to doe management, there's no need in feeling that way. I for one eat all the venison I can and don't mind shooting a doe a year even if I get a buck. Please don't waste that sweet venison though!
|
|
|
|
Re: Probably killed my last doe today......ever
[Re: Curly]
#487285
11/17/08 02:53 PM
|
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 1,242
Double_Drop_Tines
Pro Tracker
|
|
Pro Tracker
Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 1,242 |
Cbump, I can understand how you feel.  I actually feel sorry for you. I hope some day you can convince your family that venison is really a great tasting meat. We have most of ours ground up and use it like hamburger. Everyone in my family likes venison, all my grown kids and even my grandkids. I fixed it for them, let them eat it, and then told them what they ate. They never knew what hit'em.
Hunting is more to me than Antlers on the wall. It's more about the memories you make, and sharing those memories with friends, and family.
|
|
|
Moderated by bigbob_ftw, CCBIRDDOGMAN, Chickenman, Derek, DeRico, Duck_Hunter, hetman, jeh7mmmag, JustWingem, kmon11, kry226, kwrhuntinglab, Payne, pertnear, rifleman, sig226fan (Rguns.com), Superduty, TreeBass, txcornhusker
|
