November 21, 2004
I watched this deer during the summer months while scouting and filling deer management permits on a farmer’s property. Then came bow season. I hunted hard throughout, but interestingly enough didn’t see him at all — that is until the last day of the season. The big buck finally showed up at my spot, but simply laid down and did not present me with a shot.
Frustrated and quite a bit angry, I reluctantly left at dark and decided I would hunt the same spot the next morning — opening day of gun season. To my amazement, when I reached my stand he was still there!!! I couldn’t believe what I was seeing!!
The rest is history! My 870 Remington and Lightfield slugs didn’t let me down. This deer is the biggest of four 8 pointers I have taken in the past 8 years. I couldn’t be happier.
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Details of the Hunt
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| Shot Distance: | 50 Yards |
| Measured Score: | 154 B&C |
| Size Of Animal: | 8 Points |
| Hunting Method: | Ground Stand |
| Weapon Used: | 870 Remington |
| Ammunition Used: | Lightfield Hybred Slugs |
| Length Of Hunt: | Opening Day |
| Guide Outfitter: | Private Land |
