Post by: Smossy on September 15, 2015, 04:33:14 PM
Post by: syoungs on September 15, 2015, 04:37:09 PM
Post by: Bob33 on September 15, 2015, 05:17:27 PM
Post by: Widgeondeke on September 15, 2015, 05:25:16 PM
Go sight that bow in and get back out there
Post by: Jonnyjammer on September 15, 2015, 05:42:41 PM
Lots of positives here. First, you saw deer and got close to them. Two, you learned a lesson about checking your gear before the season. Three, no deer were harmed in the filming of lessons 1 & 2.Sir that is what keeps bringing me back everyday,Some of you are so upbeat and positive about everything not to mention that was funny.THE GLASS IS HALF FULL. Good job Mr. Smossy. :tup:
Post by: T Pearce on September 15, 2015, 05:43:49 PM
Lots of positives here. First, you saw deer and got close to them. Two, you learned a lesson about checking your gear before the season. Three, no deer were harmed in the filming of lessons 1 & 2.:yeah:
Post by: T Pearce on September 15, 2015, 05:45:46 PM
At least you were in the woods and saw legal game.:yeah: you'll do better next time little brother. Keep the faith.
Go sight that bow in and get back out there
T
Post by: castie2504 on September 15, 2015, 10:42:51 PM
Post by: Turner89 on September 15, 2015, 10:56:31 PM
Nothing like a good power nap in the woods :tup:
Post by: Smossy on September 15, 2015, 11:42:22 PM
Post by: Smossy on September 15, 2015, 11:46:12 PM
it happens, last year I had a 40 yd shot with my muzzle loader on a doe, broadside, clean miss. after inspecting the gun, my rear site was broken, and had slid up the ramp. had she been at 400 yds I may have had a shot! lol
Man, I know that feeling. A few years ago I failed to notice that the front screw on my scope mount was loose. After hiking a few miles and putting the stalk of a life time on a good buck, as I pulled up to get ready to shoot from 200 yards away, my scope damn near fell off its mount. There is no better teacher than experience. Get back on that deer and tag 'em!Seems like we were all in the same boat once. Still sucks. I've practiced and practiced and pretty much can drill my deer at home at any reasonable range. Then to miss 25-30+ yard shot (s)
Post by: tgomez on September 16, 2015, 09:52:45 AM
Post by: h20hunter on September 16, 2015, 09:55:33 AM
Post by: tgomez on September 16, 2015, 10:01:04 AM
Smossy......if you don't compile that missed shot video I'll hate you forever.:yeah:
Post by: Smossy on September 16, 2015, 10:21:37 AM
Smossy......if you don't compile that missed shot video I'll hate you forever.
Naw its not like that, No video of the actual hunt, Although I am considering making one next time I go out just for shts and giggles. Its more of my voicing what has happened after the fact.
Post by: Bob33 on September 16, 2015, 10:23:38 AM
Post by: h20hunter on September 16, 2015, 10:28:46 AM
Live and learn buddy.....stick the next one. Also, can we please bloody up the missus bow....c'mon now man.....
Post by: Smossy on September 16, 2015, 10:48:26 AM
Bummer.....Would make a great vid of back to back to back to back to back misses. Maybe next time keep the cam on while flinging arrows all over the place! :tup:
Live and learn buddy.....stick the next one. Also, can we please bloody up the missus bow....c'mon now man.....
That's on her, she doesn't want to go half the time.
It sucks cause I was literally headin back to the truck and wasnt really trying to be quiet or anything, then BAM jumps right in-front of me and just stands there in neck high grass. Went from 0 to 60 in like 2 seconds. First time I got a rush from a deer.
Just remember: next time, hand the ball to Marshawn.I dont know what that means lol.
Post by: BULLBLASTER on September 16, 2015, 11:41:17 AM
Post by: CP on September 16, 2015, 01:04:18 PM
Just remember: next time, hand the ball to Marshawn.
They did, but they should have just kicked the field goal.
:jacked:
Post by: MLBowhunting on September 16, 2015, 05:49:15 PM
Post by: Smossy on September 16, 2015, 08:06:35 PM
It's a good spot. Don't be giving my spots away. :tup:Your so paranoid lol
Post by: lokidog on September 16, 2015, 08:15:18 PM
Keep at it, it'll work out. :tup:
Post by: Mudman on September 16, 2015, 08:33:06 PM
Post by: jkthomps on September 16, 2015, 08:42:02 PM
Post by: Smossy on September 16, 2015, 08:46:49 PM
Its the stories and just being out there that makes hunting great. Sounds like a good time. Normal to have bad luck. Don't rush shots. Don't worry about not getting time to shoot. Take time focus relax. I do that by expecting the animal to move so when I get the chance to target its in a relaxed state. Plus I think if your spotted and move/act slow and relaxed the animal doesn't spook as easily vs rushed excited state. I also don't look em in the eyes. I think they think they are hidden if you pretend you don't see em. Dunno if its true but works well for me. I know I missed a lot over the years for silly reasons.Yeah I never rushed any of the shots, I remember it all happened so fast. The deer jumped up and stared at me, all in about the time of 1-2 seconds I was like, crap it sees me - do i move - do i nock an arrow - what do i do what do i do? Then I just kept my eyes locked on hher and started moving my bow into position, the deer just stood there. I got the bow up and put the arrow where I thought his body would be through the grass.. Let it fly, Dont remember if it went over or under or what, The only arrow I found was one that stuck about 3 inches into a tree on the 3rd shot, managed to get the arrow back but that broadhead was long gone. After the 3rd shot, It was about 40 yards away, I pulled the binos out to see if I could see any blood because it was acting weird after the first shot, ran down behind a tree, turned around, came back toward me, turned left and walked perfectly broadside to me. Never seen any blood or even spots of fur that look like it was abnormal. Left me with enough time to get another arrow out, concentrate, conciously made sure my bubble was level, my grip was loose, slipped the trigger and high and to the left. wtf? at this point I KNEW my sight was off because I had it dead on the heart when i released. The last shot I compensated alittle too much and it went right into the ground under her. At that point I felt defeated, hour+ away from home, no more arrows or bheads, still only 12 at that point, then thats where I started stomping around looking for arrows, kicking 4ft high grass back and forth trying to find my bright orange wraps... and that was just it, it was a wrap from there.
Post by: elk247 on September 16, 2015, 08:51:12 PM
Post by: lokidog on September 16, 2015, 08:52:10 PM
Post by: Mudman on September 16, 2015, 08:58:14 PM
Post by: Smossy on September 16, 2015, 09:26:14 PM
Kick yerself! I passed a nice 5x and a small- average 6x the day after the opener. Holding out for the 7. That's bowgunting bud. You'll get your stick wet soon. Hang in there. It's Elk season, leave the deer alone!Dont know how to chase elk, not gonna waste my time.
Post by: Smossy on September 16, 2015, 09:27:29 PM
Rangefinder? Judging distance can be tuff in open/closed areas. After I missed a 7pt bull I purchased one. But ya, bowhunting. Its all fun. Kills end your time out there so be happy. :tup:Yeah I did use it once on the 4th or 5th shot now that I think back. I have a vortex ranger 1000. Pretty solid little thing. Sight was just way off. Came home that afternoon and re-sighted it in. It was just in fact high and to the left.
Post by: MLBowhunting on September 17, 2015, 01:04:36 AM
Post by: Smossy on September 20, 2015, 04:41:10 PM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on September 20, 2015, 04:42:35 PM
Post by: Smossy on September 20, 2015, 04:54:00 PM
Post by: Jellymon on September 20, 2015, 04:54:23 PM
Post by: lokidog on September 20, 2015, 06:12:57 PM
In for the story! :tup:
:yeah: Start small, lots of room to improve..... :chuckle:
Post by: MLBowhunting on September 20, 2015, 06:24:41 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on September 20, 2015, 06:45:40 PM
Post by: BOWHUNTER45 on September 20, 2015, 06:48:36 PM
Then when a deer pops up they can not hit their arz ...But that's why you have to go and give it your best ...the harder you hunt the better because you will learn what to do and not to do ....all animals look big to someone who has not been around them a lot ...again that will change once you see a few and learn how to judge their size ...at least you got something ...that's a good start !!! GOOD JOB !
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on September 20, 2015, 06:50:42 PM
Dude ...you gave it your all ...that's all you can do ..target shooting and shooting animals is 2 different things ...There are many hunters who can shoot dimes at 50 yrds all day long while shooting in their yard .
Then when a deer pops up they can not hit their arz ...But that's why you have to go and give it your best ...the harder you hunt the better because you will learn what to do and not to do ....all animals look big to someone who has not been around them a lot ...again that will change once you see a few and learn how to judge their size ...at least you got something ...that's a good start !!! GOOD JOB !
:yeah:
Plus a lot of guys will go home empty handed this year, and you didn't. :tup:
Post by: Smossy on September 20, 2015, 07:08:52 PM
I'd say bambis kid brother. :bash: let me shower and ill go into detail.
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on September 20, 2015, 07:13:23 PM
Post by: TheHunt on September 20, 2015, 07:24:20 PM
Post by: jackelope on September 20, 2015, 07:56:59 PM
Post by: bobcat on September 20, 2015, 08:15:14 PM
Post by: Smossy on September 20, 2015, 08:45:22 PM
I know bobcat. Bears been #1 on my list long before I started hunting. Can't seem to get that one done.
Good job. Time for a bear now, or an elk. Hunting season is just getting started.
Post by: Smossy on September 20, 2015, 08:49:33 PM
Post by: Rooster1981 on September 20, 2015, 09:01:57 PM
Milk on the lips equals good eaten Smossy, I've done it myself and so have many others on her. ;)
Oh yeah been there. Congrats on filling your tag :tup:
Post by: Becky on September 20, 2015, 09:06:53 PM
Post by: Smossy on September 20, 2015, 09:24:27 PM
I got to this place about 9am-ish, Did some searching.
Bounced from spot to spot that I knew held deer "found a new one today". Didnt see anything for about 5 hours, anyways thats besides the point.
Searched and searched with no luck, sat in a few spots and waited... waited... waited... notta. Spooked a few ruffed grouse I think? I have some video if anyone wants to ID them.
Was walking down this little field just kinda looking around.. Heard a crunch - looked to my right while stopping stone cold in my tracks. Seen an ear flicker, then a nice fat doe walks out about 40-50 yards and it had to of been like 160+lbs easily. This thing was a giant. I didnt have time to range it, there was two trees point to point and a small opening "which this is where the doe was walking" I put my 40 yard pin on her, made a "meeehp" sound like you see in alot of hunting videos to try to get them to stop and look" released, clean miss. I think it was alittle shorter then I anticipated bedcause my arrow went just above her. As Im trying to nock another arrow and see where she went for some reason that I dont remember I looked behind me, I dont remember hearing a sound or anything I just think I look around alot, Theres a deer standing right behind me in this field. Not moving a muscle but in the complete open.. So I slowly pull out my rangefinder, range it at 47 yards, put my 50 just above its back and released, I heard a nice THUD and the deer made a weird squeel. I knew it was hit, Kinda waited a second to take it all it. Alot was going through my mind at this point on what to do. This is my absolutely first deer Ive ever shot on my own. Seemed like a big deal at the time.
After about half hour I started looking where i shot it and spent another 45 minutes pacing back in forth on this small 15 foot squared area. I was so confused. I knew it was hit but couldnt figure out where all the blood was??? I was lost, I think I missed? I dont know... So i started looking around, about 60 yards away I find a nice splash of blood, which is what that first pic is... YES, hell yes, I kinda did a alittle dance inside my head. At this point im still wondering where my arrow is? I track a few more blood spots - 20 yards later, Im looking for blood and bam theres my arrow right where I was tracking. YES again, Examined it, seen it was red all the way to the fletchings. I know now it went all the way through but probably got plugged up the first few yards and got nocked out. The exit wound was cutt up pretty nicely. I wish I woulda taken more pictures.. Oh well. Anyways...
I keep following blood, and keep following blood, and more, and more, then eventually I lose blood sign, this is about approx 300 yards.. Crap. Which way did it go now?
I started doing alittle grid search again, BAM on it, about 10 yards from the last spot.. That was quite a ways being as I had an almost steady blood trail every few feet.
I track it up this little hill, through some thicker stuff now at this point, oh crap... Private property fence line. :bash: :bash: :bash: :bash: Crap. Now I gotta find out who owns this land.
I had my gps on me with OnXmaps so I knew who the land owner was, I found out which house on the block belonged to these people. Went up there and no answer, crap what do I do now. Went to the neighboring houses and nocked on a few doors, nothing. Another house, an older gentlemen answered, looked real kind, didnt say much though. I told him I was hunting the neighboring public land and I wanted to retrieve my deer that may have went on this other gentlemens property. Do you by any chance know him or any contact information? He claims he does not own the land or have any phone numbers to the people. Ok so I leave then try to find some cell phone reception..
Drove about 20 miles an still nothing, :dunno: Im so lost at this point on what to do. I go back to the place I was hunting, nock on the land owners door again, still nothing... SH** its almost 5 at this point. Getting dark and I have work tomorrow. as Im walking back down to my truck I see down the road a truck coming and it slowly stops at the house where I talked to the older gentleman earlier. I wait a second in my truck, then turn around and head down there. Im flagged down and the truck pulls up. I explain what Im doing here and that I may have a deer down in his property. He says "Is it down? Go get it" Didnt seem very happy.. I told him I believed it was and I dont want permission to hunt I just want to retrieve my deer, Id hate to see any animal go to waste. He says "Its over there by the barn" Im like what? Ok, then the older guy that was tagging along down the street says "Yeah I wouldnt of known it was there but I seen all the crows start coming in so I checked it out, its laying by the fence".
Great, Inside my head im like :IBCOOL: The guy who owned the land drove down there while I was talking to the older guy and stopped, opened the fence, and him and a younger guy there were kinda like making weird gestures toward it. I drive over there and see what they're talking about, Its a small deer. The younger guy starts laughing and goes "Its a baby, you shot bambi" and just keeps laughing, at this point Ive seen it and I feel like complete crap, It WAS a small deer and I had to deal with these people laughing at me. Anyways, I throw the deer in the back of the truck, tag it, and leave... That about sums it up. :sry: Alittle long.
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on September 20, 2015, 09:33:35 PM
Congrats on a job well done! :tup:
Post by: bowhunterforever on September 20, 2015, 09:37:38 PM
Post by: Smossy on September 20, 2015, 09:37:51 PM
That's why it's called hunting, not gathering. You did everything right be happy, and proud of yourself. We all had to start somewhere. I don't get a deer,or bear every year but when I get one I relish in the moment.Thanks, I appreciate that.
Congrats on a job well done! :tup:
Post by: Widgeondeke on September 20, 2015, 09:47:38 PM
It is difficult to judge size when they are alone. The first time I hunted for island deer. We got 2 deer, but they were both tiny. My buck was a button buck scored a whopping 0 3/4. Haha.
But as was said. Food in the freezer is better than tag soup. :tup:
Post by: lokidog on September 20, 2015, 10:35:35 PM
And that wasn't my first deer. Now go help your girl get on one. :tup:
Post by: csaaphill on September 21, 2015, 12:33:32 AM
So... How does it feel? least now you have the feel of knowing something is hit.
grats again man.
Post by: Blacktail Sniper on September 21, 2015, 12:52:35 AM
Every time out is a chance to learn something for next time.
Props to you for sticking with it.
Post by: erk444 on September 21, 2015, 04:51:29 AM
Post by: Skyvalhunter on September 21, 2015, 06:12:29 AM
Post by: Becky on September 21, 2015, 06:21:38 AM
Has it really come to this on here where people post their individual hunting season. Lets just get back to where you post your story and pics under 1 thread.
There is a sticky'd thread in each big game category for people to post pictures of their bucks and bulls and bears etc then they link to their own personal thread with the story of the hunt. :dunno: it's been that way for at least the couple years I've been a member.
Post by: kckrawler on September 21, 2015, 06:26:12 AM
Has it really come to this on here where people post their individual hunting season. Lets just get back to where you post your story and pics under 1 thread.
Whatever dude...
Smossy, you killed that deer. You should honor it for providing food for your family, regardless of it's size. And to the guys making fun of it, kick rocks, you got it done.
Congrats :tup:
Post by: bearpaw on September 21, 2015, 06:44:53 AM
Too bad that some people have to spoil the experience, this is your first deer, be happy and proud about it. Forget about the guys who made fun of you, hunting shouldn't always be about size! My first deer was smaller than I would have liked but it was a stepping stone in my life of hunting, I still am proud of that first deer as that was just one of my steps in learning to hunt.
Post by: Bob33 on September 21, 2015, 06:52:40 AM
Post by: Smossy on September 21, 2015, 10:17:13 AM
Smossy I commend you for sticking it out and getting the deer. Not all hunters would have put in the effort that resulted in eventually getting the deer, that was your biggest accomplishment. :tup:Thanks Dale. First deer on my own. Second deer I've taken. Last year I was basically placed and it and was told to shoot it. Thanks to MLBowhunter. This year he again told me a place to go check out and I went solo a few times and finally made contact on my own. Didnt have anyone to fall on for ideas.
Too bad that some people have to spoil the experience, this is your first deer, be happy and proud about it. Forget about the guys who made fun of you, hunting shouldn't always be about size! My first deer was smaller than I would have liked but it was a stepping stone in my life of hunting, I still am proud of that first deer as that was just one of my steps in learning to hunt.
Post by: Smossy on September 21, 2015, 10:18:02 AM
Has it really come to this on here where people post their individual hunting season. Lets just get back to where you post your story and pics under 1 thread.Sorry that I have offended you sir.
Post by: hntrspud on September 21, 2015, 10:27:15 AM
Post by: cbond3318 on September 21, 2015, 10:36:02 AM
Has it really come to this on here where people post their individual hunting season. Lets just get back to where you post your story and pics under 1 thread.
Post by: Evil_EdwardO on September 21, 2015, 10:48:46 AM
Has it really come to this on here where people post their individual hunting season. Lets just get back to where you post your story and pics under 1 thread.
:dunno: This is under one thread sourpuss.
Post by: Carl on September 21, 2015, 12:01:06 PM
Post by: cbond3318 on September 21, 2015, 12:14:46 PM
Well done bud!! :tup:
Post by: Blacktail Sniper on September 21, 2015, 12:21:50 PM
Good job dude! Brush them size haters off like a tick lookin' for skin! I pumped 2 rounds of buckshot into an Island deer that wasn't much bigger than a German Shepard and I was STOKED!! Best eating deer I've ever had!
Well done bud!! :tup:
Well tenderized!!!! :chuckle:
Post by: Smossy on September 21, 2015, 02:39:48 PM
Post by: gaddy on September 21, 2015, 02:45:03 PM
Post by: X-Force on September 21, 2015, 02:48:28 PM
If people don't want to hear how your seasons going they dont have to check the thread.
Post by: Smossy on September 21, 2015, 08:10:49 PM
Congrats smossy. Keep us updated on your season. :tup:Absolutely will, thanks for all the positive feedback everyone, makes it alittle less painfull. Gonna go attempt to cutt off the backstraps for dinner then send the deer to the butcher in the morning. Wish me luck. :EAT: I got alot more hunting to do this year. Ill try to keep everyone "who cares" posted.
If people don't want to hear how your seasons going they dont have to check the thread.
Post by: erk444 on September 21, 2015, 08:19:28 PM
Post by: JimmyHoffa on September 21, 2015, 08:20:35 PM
Post by: chevyistop on September 21, 2015, 08:22:04 PM
Post by: billythekidrock on September 21, 2015, 08:25:29 PM
I drive over there and see what they're talking about, Its a small deer. The younger guy starts laughing and goes "Its a baby, you shot bambi" and just keeps laughing, at this point Ive seen it and I feel like complete crap, It WAS a small deer and I had to deal with these people laughing at me. Anyways, I throw the deer in the back of the truck, tag it, and leave... That about sums it up. :sry: Alittle long.
You could be my best friend or family member and I am still ribbing you about the size. But you did everything right and have nothing to be ashamed about.
Now is time to reflect and learn from this experience. What did you do right, what did you do wrong or could have done different? Did you have everything you needed? What stuff did you not need that may be left at home next time?
Now is also time to start scouting new areas for next year, helping the old lady find a deer and learning how to cut up your own animal.
Congrats.
Post by: Smossy on September 21, 2015, 08:28:46 PM
Good deal Smossy. Still hoping for spear+bear+go pro...Hah you remember, Still waiting on a spear season though :dunno:
Not sure who I need to talk to about that one. I have two gopros now and Ive tried to get better about taking atleast one with me, Now turning it on is another story lol
Need any help cutting?Hey man thanks, I appreciate the offer.. At this point no, Im gonna go just slice away and Ive already planned on taking it to the butchers in the morning. I will happily keep you in mind for the future as Id love to learn how to butcher my own stuff. No family or friends hunt though so Im on me own or on here lol
Post by: Smossy on September 21, 2015, 08:30:46 PM
Yeah family and friends I would brush it off no problem. One of the locals who has no idea who I am, kinda hard to brush that one off. I didnt even take my pack with me this time, seemed like dead weight, just a knife, flashlight and my bow.I drive over there and see what they're talking about, Its a small deer. The younger guy starts laughing and goes "Its a baby, you shot bambi" and just keeps laughing, at this point Ive seen it and I feel like complete crap, It WAS a small deer and I had to deal with these people laughing at me. Anyways, I throw the deer in the back of the truck, tag it, and leave... That about sums it up. :sry: Alittle long.
You could be my best friend or family member and I am still ribbing you about the size. But you did everything right and have nothing to be ashamed about.
Now is time to reflect and learn from this experience. What did you do right, what did you do wrong or could have done different? Did you have everything you needed? What stuff did you not need that may be left at home next time?
Now is also time to start scouting new areas for next year, helping the old lady find a deer and learning how to cut up your own animal.
Congrats.
Post by: billythekidrock on September 21, 2015, 08:38:49 PM
Yeah family and friends I would brush it off no problem. One of the locals who has no idea who I am, kinda hard to brush that one off. I didnt even take my pack with me this time, seemed like dead weight, just a knife, flashlight and my bow.I drive over there and see what they're talking about, Its a small deer. The younger guy starts laughing and goes "Its a baby, you shot bambi" and just keeps laughing, at this point Ive seen it and I feel like complete crap, It WAS a small deer and I had to deal with these people laughing at me. Anyways, I throw the deer in the back of the truck, tag it, and leave... That about sums it up. :sry: Alittle long.
You could be my best friend or family member and I am still ribbing you about the size. But you did everything right and have nothing to be ashamed about.
Now is time to reflect and learn from this experience. What did you do right, what did you do wrong or could have done different? Did you have everything you needed? What stuff did you not need that may be left at home next time?
Now is also time to start scouting new areas for next year, helping the old lady find a deer and learning how to cut up your own animal.
Congrats.
Ah, it is what it is. In a couple years you will laugh as well.
Just remember that a good sized bt doe might only go 125 gutted. And take note of the head. If the ears seem large on a bt, it is a small deer. A spike is small compared to a mature doe. Learn size comparisons now and you will have a better idea what to pass on next year.
At least you had a knife. My brother used to take off with a rifle and a couple rounds... and always forget a knife.
Post by: Dan-o on September 21, 2015, 09:00:28 PM
Way to work for the retrieval!
Post by: SemperFidelis97 on September 21, 2015, 09:01:22 PM
Has it really come to this on here where people post their individual hunting season. Lets just get back to where you post your story and pics under 1 thread.
Sorry Smossy didn't post his successful hunt how you would prefer, honestly I don't know why you even got on here to comment. Smossy you did a great job, my first deer was a tiny doe I literally threw over my shoulder, and carried out. I have been fortunate to take some nice animals in the years since then, but the skills that have helped me harvest more mature animals were built by learning from those earlier successes. I also want to commend you on taking the time to find the property owner before crossing the fence, that took integrity, and it speaks volumes about your character.
Post by: Smossy on September 21, 2015, 09:27:43 PM
Post by: lokidog on September 21, 2015, 09:30:24 PM
Post by: billythekidrock on September 21, 2015, 09:30:37 PM
You did good.
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on September 21, 2015, 09:32:19 PM
Looking good. Butchering the rest is easy, just separate the muscle groups after/while removing from the bones.
:yeah:
Except next time wrap those medallions in bacon and grill or broil in oven. :tup:
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on September 21, 2015, 09:34:48 PM
Are those backstraps or tenderloins? :yike:
You did good.
I believe back straps from pics.
Smossy have you taken out the tenderloins from inside the hind quaters?
Post by: SemperFidelis97 on September 21, 2015, 09:34:58 PM
Looking good. Butchering the rest is easy, just separate the muscle groups after/while removing from the bones.
Also get all the bloodshot meat, and tendons cut out as well. Butchering is not bad at all the good lord was kind enough to leave us nice lines to follow when separating muscle groups. Make a pile of trimmings, and I am sure we can find someone on here to grind them into hamburger for you.
Post by: Jellymon on September 21, 2015, 09:37:21 PM
Post by: billythekidrock on September 21, 2015, 09:40:03 PM
Are those backstraps or tenderloins? :yike:
You did good.
I believe back straps from pics.
Smossy have you taken out the tenderloins from inside the hind quaters?
Yes, I know they were backstraps...
Post by: Smossy on September 21, 2015, 09:43:37 PM
I only cooked one side had to get a taste. I anticipate SG is going to fill her tag, Im gonna help her hunt it like I did for mine. So we can experiment more when that happens. Gonna buy a meat grinder next paycheck to so one step closer. Like I said Its going to the butcher in the morn, whether its worth the money or not I dont care, I work wayy to much and hardly have time to myself other than weekends. Convenience is a plus.Looking good. Butchering the rest is easy, just separate the muscle groups after/while removing from the bones.
:yeah:
Except next time wrap those medallions in bacon and grill or broil in oven. :tup:
Nope No idea how to remove them or where they're even at. Just cut out what u can see.Are those backstraps or tenderloins? :yike:
You did good.
I believe back straps from pics.
Smossy have you taken out the tenderloins from inside the hind quaters?
I actually sauted the bloodshot meat in truffle butter, tasted fine to me. Maybe its inexperience but It was delicious. Got the heart and liver in bags frozen to.Looking good. Butchering the rest is easy, just separate the muscle groups after/while removing from the bones.
Also get all the bloodshot meat, and tendons cut out as well. Butchering is not bad at all the good lord was kind enough to leave us nice lines to follow when separating muscle groups. Make a pile of trimmings, and I am sure we can find someone on here to grind them into hamburger for you.
Post by: billythekidrock on September 21, 2015, 09:45:56 PM
Post by: Smossy on September 21, 2015, 09:47:06 PM
Did you soak the heart and liver to remove excess blood before freezing?Nope. Didnt know I was supposed to. Live and learn I guess, still going to be edible?
Post by: billythekidrock on September 21, 2015, 09:49:12 PM
Did you soak the heart and liver to remove excess blood before freezing?Nope. Didnt know I was supposed to. Live and learn I guess, still going to be edible?
Yes. it will still be edible, though you may want to soak in water or milk before cooking.
We always run water through the heart and soak overnight in salt water to pull out excess blood which can cause it to taste "gamey".
Post by: Smossy on September 21, 2015, 09:54:08 PM
I dont mind gamey but I still like tips on making things taste better, Thanks man. Soak in milk or water how long before cooking?Did you soak the heart and liver to remove excess blood before freezing?Nope. Didnt know I was supposed to. Live and learn I guess, still going to be edible?
Yes. it will still be edible, though you may want to soak in water or milk before cooking.
We always run water through the heart and soak overnight in salt water to pull out excess blood which can cause it to taste "gamey".
Also, when you soak them overnight, you just toss em in the fridge in a bowl or something?
Post by: JimmyHoffa on September 21, 2015, 09:54:32 PM
Post by: billythekidrock on September 21, 2015, 09:56:10 PM
I dont mind gamey but I still like tips on making things taste better, Thanks man. Soak in milk or water how long before cooking?Did you soak the heart and liver to remove excess blood before freezing?Nope. Didnt know I was supposed to. Live and learn I guess, still going to be edible?
Yes. it will still be edible, though you may want to soak in water or milk before cooking.
We always run water through the heart and soak overnight in salt water to pull out excess blood which can cause it to taste "gamey".
Also, when you soak them overnight, you just toss em in the fridge in a bowl or something?
I would thaw it in a bowl of milk in the fridge for a day and then wash real good.
When we soak over night (or two) they are in a bowl submerged in water with several tablespoons of salt.
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on September 21, 2015, 09:57:59 PM
the tenderloins are on the inside of the spine. Like smaller versions of backstraps.
Located in the hind quater area, you cut them out like back straps following the inside spine/ back bone. Do this asap as they can dry out fast. Usually done once animal is gutted.
Post by: Smossy on September 21, 2015, 10:17:06 PM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on September 21, 2015, 10:24:10 PM
Post by: Smossy on September 21, 2015, 10:28:41 PM
The most tender part of any animal. :tup:Hence the name lol. Im watching this like hour long video on how to process all the cuts, Looks do-able.
Post by: Turner89 on September 21, 2015, 10:45:24 PM
that's how I learned to cut them up. (Watching a video). I havent taken a anlmal in since. Every year I get a little better at it.The most tender part of any animal. :tup:Hence the name lol. Im watching this like hour long video on how to process all the cuts, Looks do-able.
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Post by: ribka on September 24, 2015, 07:55:04 PM
Nice job. Any deer harvested with a bow is a major accomplishment. I enjoyed the read, and your honesty regarding the mistakes you made. The key is you made adjustments, kept at it, and found a way to get it done. Like you; I made several mistakes last season (first year archery hunting for me). I made adjustments, kept at it, and found a way to kill a 5 point on the last day of the early archery season. I missed a lot of deer, made some poor shots, etc. It was the best thing that could of happened too me. I learned a ton. I look forward to more of your posts and getting out there myself to try and make it happen. New baby is keeping in in doors this year. Hopefully I can get out there this weekend...
Yep
Big congrats
Post by: hollymaster on September 26, 2015, 07:01:47 PM
Nothing more rewarding than butchering your own animal. Took me and my brother 3 hours to get all the meat off the bone and separate all the muscle groups the first time. Lots of good YouTube videos. Way to get her done! :tup:The most tender part of any animal. :tup:Hence the name lol. Im watching this like hour long video on how to process all the cuts, Looks do-able.
Post by: Becky on September 26, 2015, 10:35:03 PM
The biggest help was BTKR's advice about comparing the ears to the body, definitely going to be using that as a reference.
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Post by: kentrek on September 27, 2015, 12:03:30 AM
Don't let a Lil farm boy get to you, his idea of hunting is probably very narrow and has yet to be developed
Girls time now :tup:
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Post by: 7mmfan on September 28, 2015, 12:23:05 PM
Your story is a prime example or why that advice works. You learned so much about judging game, distance, and shots in that one experience. You also learned a ton about tracking, perseverance, and unfortunately, people. Don't let them get to you, you got the last laugh when you started eating those backstraps.
Good work, keep it up.
Post by: billythekidrock on September 29, 2015, 04:17:52 PM
I've had this discussion with many people who are new to hunting. Here is my advice. You have to kill animals, in order to get good at killing animals. That means that in your first few years, you really should be killing any legal animal that presents a shot. I bet I killed half a dozen deer before I got to the point here I wasn't an absolute mess behind the trigger. It takes time and experience, none of which you can get by passing on legal animals looking for "the one".
Your story is a prime example or why that advice works. You learned so much about judging game, distance, and shots in that one experience. You also learned a ton about tracking, perseverance, and unfortunately, people. Don't let them get to you, you got the last laugh when you started eating those backstraps.
Good work, keep it up.
I completely agree. Notching the stock or getting a few under the belt is the only way to build confidence in all aspects of the hunt.
Judging an animal on the hoof vs ground shrink is only learned with hands on and animal down experience. You can watch all the butchering videos you want, but it wont come together until you have an animal to practice on. Gutting is an experience that you are not prepared for no matter how many times someone explains how to do it.
You just have to do it.