bdlittleton
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Hello,
I am a Texas Whitetail and Pig hunter looking at getting into more western spot and stalk type hunts. I just returned from my first trip of this kind, an archery mule deer hunt at Elephant Mountain WMA. This is a tough hunt with a 6% success rate. I had a good time, but I suffered through some tough conditions (supermoon and nighttime temps in the mid 50's). I managed to get within 40 yards of a 3x3, but blew it because he was bedded with some does at the base of the slope and I didn't know it, took one too many steps and they all popped up and bolted. Never saw another buck during shooting hours.
Anyway, despite being unsuccessful, I'm hooked. For my next hunt I'd like to do something with a little bit better chance of being successful. I'm not looking for a monster, just want a successful hunt, something that will allow me to build a little confidence. I also don't have a lot of money, so preferably not something that is going to break the bank. I'd love some suggestions if anyone has any. Here are some pictures from my hunt, got to see some rams at least...
thanks,
Brandyn
I am a Texas Whitetail and Pig hunter looking at getting into more western spot and stalk type hunts. I just returned from my first trip of this kind, an archery mule deer hunt at Elephant Mountain WMA. This is a tough hunt with a 6% success rate. I had a good time, but I suffered through some tough conditions (supermoon and nighttime temps in the mid 50's). I managed to get within 40 yards of a 3x3, but blew it because he was bedded with some does at the base of the slope and I didn't know it, took one too many steps and they all popped up and bolted. Never saw another buck during shooting hours.
Anyway, despite being unsuccessful, I'm hooked. For my next hunt I'd like to do something with a little bit better chance of being successful. I'm not looking for a monster, just want a successful hunt, something that will allow me to build a little confidence. I also don't have a lot of money, so preferably not something that is going to break the bank. I'd love some suggestions if anyone has any. Here are some pictures from my hunt, got to see some rams at least...
thanks,
Brandyn