So my friends and I had a discussion this weekend about deer hunting in general. You know, the old story telling and exaggerations. One of my friends raised a great question that I thought would be fun to discuss on the forums here with all you deer hunters. Which deer season is your favorite? When I was asked this question, I had no hesitation...BOTH!! As long as it's deer season, either gun or bow, I'm a happy camper. But in all seriousness, my favorite would have to be bow.
I say this for a few reasons. One: I think bow hunting is much more challenging. With high powered rifles and guns, it seems like anyone can get out there and take a deer at 400 yrds. I love the challenge of having to get within at least 40 yards if not closer of a deer and still make a always difficult shot as your heart beats out of your chest.
Two: During bow season, at least where I hunt in Southern Wisconsin, there are far fewer hunters in the woods, meaning you're hunting the deer and their patterns, not just deer running for their lives away from other hunters. I think it's hunting in one of it's purest forms; you vs. that great wild animal and his keen senses and patterns.
So my question is again, what is your favorite deer season and why?