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You are correct. I never knew these rules as I simply use the WMA’s for hunting Prohibited activities on the WMA include: Using motorized vehicles, including but not limited to: all-terrain vehicles (including "side-by-sides") snowmobiles dirt bikes and mopeds motorboats Using mountain bikes or e-bikes Camping without a permit Horseback riding Creating or maintaining any trails not authorized by the Bureau of Wildlife, including but not limited to: Hiking trails Cross-country ski trails Mountain bike or e-bike trails Target shooting Walking dogs or other pets without a leash, except: when doing so for hunting purposes during the authorized dog training period when actively involved in the pursuit of wild game during an open hunting season

It actually is. One of the largest in the state. People constantly let their dogs run, ride horses and bike through. There is a main “hiking” trail that goes through the land. It is very common and known by the local DEC but they never bother the folks doing this. It has become “acceptable”. generally I do not mind it and am quite use to it, today was just “one of those days”

Been hunting a public land big 12 all season. This morning get setup on the ground in an area that I know he visits. After 2 hours of sitting I catch some movement and see two deer hauling a$$ my way. One is huge bodied but it’s happening so fast I can’t see horns. Shoulder my gun and yell to try to stop them as I do I hear a freight train coming from behind me and I get pummeled on my back. After getting my head straight and licked to death here comes 2 ladies enjoying the day and letting their 3 dogs run the woods. Mind you I was over 3 miles in and UP. Thank god the dogs were friendly and just wanted to play. After talking to the ladies for a moment one says to me “you’re in a good spot. We just saw some huge deer and found these where they were 3 feet apart”. My heart sank but glad to know he made it through the year so far. To cap it off I texted the wife to tell her and let her know I was packing up and will Be heading home and sent her the pics. her reply “Wait you took pics of her?” it’s going to be a long ride home IMG_9063.mov

Hunted hard Tuesday to Thursday morning and had to head home for the weekend. Saw squirrels, turkeys etc but no deer or bear. Left camp and within first 5 miles saw a dozen deer on the sides of the road at 1:30 in the afternoon. Then today receive these pictures from the food plot at camp. I can see the games have started….. lol

decided to throw a couple arrows down range on lunch. First arrow out and I was reminded to perfect my form …… glad that’s out of the way - lol.

Marinecraft is looking for these. I was just showing what I had to give him ideas

I know DreamWeaver calls their spoons gold backed. NK used to call theirs Brass backed. I believe they’re all discontinued colors now I call them all gold back. lol

Left to right. 1. Dreamweaver Super Slim gold back 2. unknown 3. NK size 28 gold back 4. NK Mag gold back I have had good luck in the spring for browns (shallow water) with the Super Slim. Late summer browns especially like the NK in both the Mag and the 28. Like anything else it has its days but the Gold backed NKs have been a staple and catch consistently for me.

Sat in the rain all day and never saw a thing move. Went out the next morning as the rain stopped and they were on their feet. Got into my stand a little late (got lost in the dark on state land). Finally settled in at 7:20 and at 7:58 this guy showed up. We have pics from him on our lease and he was just out cruising. He came into 12 yards. 20231017_065918.mp4

Spent the last two days with the Mrs in the Adirondacks (Old Forge) seeing the fall foliage and enjoying the nice weather before I start my season in full swing. We always drive arrive and look for deer and get some pictures. This morning we were greeted by this beautiful specimen of an Adirondack buck. IMG_2824.mov

I also was in Nicks event from the start until is was discontinued. I have run this event the past 4 years and have been part of this one for the last 9 years. We run this out of Fair Haven. If you are interested hit me up and I keep you informed on next years event and if we need additional boats.

Another Wounded Warrior and Veteran Appreciation in the books. A lot of last minute changes and cancellations but overall it went great. 32 Veterans with 13 boats. We started with a parade through town Friday night on our way to dinner. Saturday morning greated us with calm seas but fog so thick visibility was less than 100 feet at times. We were escorted to the lake by the United States Coast Guard, Cayuga County Sherrif, Wayne County Sherrif, and NYS Police. As we entered the channel we were greeted by the Border Patrol and several appreciative Wives waiving American flags and cheering us on. Fishing was not “easy” as “ghost ships” would appear 100 feet or so out of the fog from each other and required a lot of great communication and driving by the Captains. It was not fast and furious but were able to land several nice fish for our Veterans. As the fog lifted it was great to see the fleet across the lake putting in their hard work to make a memorable trip for the Veterans. We followed up fishing with a “weigh in” and group photos. “Outcast” took overall largest Trout, and “ ‘Bout Time “ brought in the largest Salmon. This was followed by an award ceremony and BBQ at the Fire Dept. where the Veterans received “appreciation bags”, photos of their boat, and trophy’s for largest fish. This year we also started a new award called “Hero Spotlight” which is given to the Veteran who has maintained good conduct during his or her time served, been honorably discharged, and maintains the oath of integrity that they swore to. This years award recipient was Michael Juskow - United States Navy 1961-1969. He served with the elite group, MACV in Vietnam from 66-68 as a Military Advisor to the South Vietnamese stationed in Saigon. Overall a great event and alot of smiles and stories to be told for years.