For a few years I’ve been attempting to hunt European Roe deer, but because of the season (late spring/early summer) it hasn’t worked out. Finally, this last hunt in Spain granted me with one such opportunity.
While in Spain, Tom, myself, and Bruno Rosich of Trophy Hunting Spain traveled to the Pyrenees in pursuit of a Roe deer to film for Tom’s television show ‘Eye of the Hunter’ The Roe deer live in these gorgeous mountains and will often be found along the forest edges in meadows painted with wildflowers. We’d attempt to quietly walk in, but often heard the disturbingly-frightening barks from the Roe deer who noticed us first. Time and time again we were busted, but perseverance kept us going.
Finally on the last afternoon of the last day I got lucky. From an opposing mountain, we glassed a Roe buck feeding in a meadow. Because I needed to close the distance to utilize my Aimpoint Red Dot Sight we needed to quietly sneak in. Finally into position to shoot, with the sun about to set (at 9:15pm), I placed my rifle into the V of a tree, rested my right elbow on a spotting scope (to create a firm rest), squeezed the trigger and dropped the Roe deer.
The female Roe deer lingered for a while, but I knew she’d soon replace him with a good-looking buck (that I previously and unsuccessfully stalked) who lived nearby.
This deer, where small, is so special and consider myself blessed to have finally taken one. Furthermore, it’s one of the best meats I’ve ever eaten! Sadly, Bruno had to keep the meat as the US Dept. of Agriculture won’t allow me to import it!
What do you think about taking an animal that is monogamous with one female?
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A honey badger eating a bait intended for a leopard.
Trail cameras help to identify and manage wildlife properly; what other uses do they have?
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I still think about my dad and miss him — every day. I weigh the big and small decisions in my life against the measure … “Will this make Pa proud?”
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Count Down Ticking on FREE Quebec Adventures — Enter Today
Jun 12, 2013, 8:29 AM EDT
Now, this minute, with just a couple of clicks of the mouse is the time to make your entry in the Quebec Ultimate Destination Sweepstakes. Don’t put it off another minute. In fact, make your entry in the spirit of Father’s Day. The trips are all for two, so if you win you can…
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We westerners have a soft heart for those in need, but fail to recognize corruption capitalizing on our compassion. How do we shed light on the truth?
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If I told you how to spend five bucks and guaranteed you could get $4500 in savings, would you do it? I know I would … often as I could.
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What if you had the chance to sit down and talk directly to the administration? What ideas would you put forth as the most important?
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The leopards were there, but the stars failed to align for Huntress Livy in her pursuit of Mr. Spots.
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What is “Traditional Ammo” and Why Do Antis Want to Ban It?
May 31, 2013, 1:01 AM EDT
The real “game” here is that these rabid anti-hunting groups recognizeoutlawing traditional ammunition would be a major step toward stopping most hunting.
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Participating in the Armed Forces Entertainment/Paralyzed Veteran’s of America Outdoor Legends Tour last provided me with a new perspective and a deeper appreciation of the men and women who serve this country.
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What is the most important thing you do to obtain a perfectly steady position when shooting a rifle?
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There’s a lot more to creating a viable, working food plot than just scratching in the dirt, throwing down some seed, and showing up on opening day of deer season.
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We hunters too often take on an “out of sight, out of mind attitude” about outfitters. In reality, the good ones are working hard year-round …
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Having the ability to envision the vital organs can mean the difference between success and failure on a hunt. Huntress Livy explores options on how one might improve this skill.
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Firearm Safety and Conservation Are Topics of Free Video-for-Schools Campaign from NSSF
May 17, 2013, 1:01 AM EDT
The firearm safety videos teach students how to react if they should encounter a firearm in an unsupervised situation. The conservation titles educate students on how wildlife and wild lands are protected
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So many times I’ve tried to go in and read just one or two old favorite stories, but ended up in the potato chip dilemma – you can not read just one.
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With an upcoming leopard hunt, Huntress Livy prepares one of the most important tools a hunter can have -her daypack! Should she add anything?
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Quebec Leaf River Herd Stable, But Limit to One in 2014-15
May 10, 2013, 1:01 AM EDT
The bright spot in this picture has been and continues to be Quebec’s Leaf River herd. This population continues to remain stable.
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Hank’s food doesn’t just fill you up — it makes you happy and makes your life richer. He shares recipes and cooking techniques on his blog every week that are simply the best stuff out there.
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Photo Courtesy of Tony Bynum
www.tonybynum.com
Finally, the US Fish & Wildlife have announced their intentions to end the protection of wolves in the Lower 48!
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Here’s a quick round-up of some of the newest guns, ammo and shooting gear that will have you drooling come fall like a retriever eying your Egg McMuffin.
