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I grew up in a farming and hunting community in the south. During those days deer hunting was more of a necessity for food than anything else although it did offer much enjoyment. Every year after the field work was completed, the anticipation turned towards the upcoming deer season. Groups of adult hunters would gather together at an old cabin to begin hunting preparations. Along with the adults were also children.

The kids were always given an active part in helping out with a variety of duties. These may be cleaning the cabin, stacking fire wood, trimming out driving or shooting lanes, and stand placements. In my opinion, these activities helped build character, helped with socialization skills, and created many life long bonds with others.

Once the actual deer season arrived, the kids were allowed to participate in the hunts. Although not all were old enough to use a gun, they still were able to find enjoyment waiting on stands hoping to see a deer. There was also the chance that the child could witness a deer harvest. This gave the kids something special to look forward to.

The kids were taught to be safety minded and ethical hunters. As they grew older, and accustomed to shooting, they were allowed to carry their own gun. This offered the kids the first chance at harvesting a deer for themselves.

As one of those kids, I can recall many years of enjoyment that has continued on into adulthood. Today, I have children of my own and have given them similar opportunities to learn about and experience wonderful moments in the deer woods.

For me, seeing their smiling faces as they make their way along a trail towards a stand is what life’s all about. Each year as they have grown older only brings more joy and happiness for us all.

Until next time, be safe, good luck, and enjoy your next hunting experience with a child.

The deer season is upon us and it is time to get back into the outdoors. As a life long hunter, deer hunting is by far my favorite. I wait patiently all year until opening day just so I can see the sun rise on a new season.

I know that, at least for a short while, all the normal stresses of every day life will disappear. For me it is not about harvesting an animal, but rather the challenge and enjoyment of matching wits with one of natures finest creatures.

I use this time of the year to rejuvenate myself. In a way, deer hunting brings me back on track. It clears my mind of the many negative events that go on each day.

We live in a time of high speed every thing. It is very easy to get caught up in life and forget about the things that really make us happy. We are constantly under pressure for one reason or another.

Deer hunting allows me to leave behind these pressures. It gives me the opportunity to enjoy life as it was meant to be, just the simple side.

I often take my kids hunting each year. Seeing their smiling faces as they make their way through the woods to our blind is priceless. Watching their excitement when deer approach is truly an unforgettable experience.

The reality is that deer hunting can and does offer quality time and life experiences for all who give it a chance. So clear your mind and have fun.

Good luck, be safe, and enjoy your next hunting experience.

Opening morning of the muzzle loading deer hunting season was met with some concerns. My brother and I were sitting on a swing in my front yard debating as to whether or not we should go. Now don’t get me wrong, we are both serious outdoors men, but the weather report was calling for heavy rains and strong fifty mph winds.

We decided to give it a go as it was calm at this point in time. So off to our deer hunting land we went. As we arrived before light, we made our way to our stand locations. My brother was hunting about two hundred yards from me.

At daybreak, or at least official hunting time, I noticed that the sky was black with clouds and that the wind had started picking up. I decided to climb down from the stand for safety reasons and sat down near an old blow down tree. The winds became stronger and stronger. Every thing in the woods seemed to be moving.

Sure enough, just as the weatherman had predicted, the wind was so strong, I could barely keep myself still. As hearing anything moving was out of the question, I kept my eyes looking from side to side. Suddenly, as if by magic, I saw a doe standing in front of me about twenty yards away. The deer was looking directly at me. Then she turned and walked slowly away.

About two minutes later, the deer returned and stopped broad side in front of me. I decided to take the shot. The deer ran about ten feet and fell. I walked over and just as I started to field dress the deer, I felt a rain drop. Then the rain started falling a little faster.

Upon completing the field dressing, I dragged the deer the three hundred yards to the truck. I put the doe inside the truck bed and jumped inside the cab. Just as I closed the truck door, the bottom fell out of the sky and it was raining harder than I had seen in a long time.

About twenty minutes later, my brother came running up and jumped inside. He was soaked from head to toe. I had to laugh at him. I then asked if he had seen anything and he gave me an evil look. I then smiled and pointed to the back of the truck. Smoke poled. He hadn’t heard the shot due to the wind.