2013, Happy New Year

Happy New Year 2013

I hope you have a great 2013, filled with success.  Thank you for reading Accessible Hunter, shoot straight and please set the example when out in the field.  2013 will prove to be a very challenging year for all sportsmen.

No Crossbows In NY

As of 12/31/12 you will no longer be able to hunt with a crossbow in New York without a special permit.  You can read the details here

I do not agree with this law and think anyone should be able to hunt with a crossbow.  What are your thoughts?

Tenpoint Maverick HP

I can't wait to sight in my new Tenpoint Maverick HP crossbow.  It's made in the USA and gets great reviews.  Here are the details...

TenPoint Maverick HP™ 6Point Series Crossbow Package with ACUdraw™

• HL quad limbs with maximum-rotation cams
• 13" power stroke for velocities up to 325 fps
• 3.5-lb. PowerTouch trigger
• Adjustable fore grip
• Package includes top-quality accessories and ACUdraw cocking device

It blends TenPoint and 6-Point Series technology, enhancing speed, accuracy and performance in one lethal package. The 175-lb. HL quad limbs are equipped with maximum-rotation cams and a durable, D-75™ string. A 13" power stroke boosts arrow velocities up to 325 fps while generating 98.5 ft. lbs. of kinetic energy. Lightweight, UL TriLoc™ barrel, riser and a Verton® two-piece stock. 3.5-lb. PowerTouch™ trigger and adjustable fore grip. Double-dipped in Mossy Oak Break-Up® Infinity™ camo. Includes ACUdraw cocking package.
Power stroke: 13".
Draw length: 175 lbs.
Length: 39".
Width: 25.25".
Weight without accessories: 7 lbs. 5 oz.
Camo pattern:Mossy Oak Break-Up® Infinity™.

6-Point Maverick HP Package with ACUdraw includes: crossbow, ACUdraw cocking device, 3X Pro-View 2™ scope with 7⁄8" rings, three aluminum 2219 XX75 20" bolts with practice points, four-bolt quiver, 7⁄8" fixed dovetail mount.

Pa GAME COMMISSION PREPARES FOR SPECIAL SNOW GOOSE SEASON

HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania Game Commission officials are set to offer hunters the opportunity to participate in a snow goose conservation hunt designed to help stem the growth of continental snow goose populations. Hunters must obtain a free snow goose conservation hunt permit and report cards from the agency to participate in the season.

In the Atlantic Population Goose Zone, the special snow goose conservation season runs from Jan. 28-April 26. In the Southern James Bay Population Goose Zone, the special snow goose conservation season runs from Jan. 19-April 26. The Resident Population Goose Zone special snow goose conservation season will run March 1-April 26.

To obtain the required permit, hunters can access the “Snow Goose Conservation Hunt” page by clicking on the appropriate icon in the center of the agency’s website (www.pgc.state.pa.us) and then following the instructions. By completing the application online, hunters will be able to print off the permit and report cards and will not have to wait for the package to be mailed.

For those individuals with no online access, permits and the required report cards can be obtained by calling the Game Commission at the Harrisburg headquarters (717-787-4250) and asking for the Bureau of Wildlife Management. However, this process will require mailing the permit and report cards to the applicant, so allow a minimum of one week for processing and mail delivery to obtain a permit.

From the Cookbook: Venison Jerky

From the Cookbook: Venison Jerky  This sounds great!

Stay Silent but Deadly

One of the challenges of hunting from a power wheelchair is noise.  Deer trust their hearing almost as much as their sense of smell, so it's important to reduce noise as much as possible.

Try getting into your spot early and let things settle down.  Reduce your movements as much as possible and wear the right clothing to help eliminate sound....

Stay vigilant and be ready when bullwinkle shows up on your stand.

Merry Christmas Everyone

I hope everyone has a fantastic Christmas and gets exactly what they want for Christmas. I am so looking forward to the second Pa deer season. Hopefully I am able to harvest a mature buck or even a doe.

2012 has been an exceptional year for me even though I have not harvested a deer or turkey. I had the opportunity to hunt with some great people and make some extraordinary friends.  Thank you all for being there for me.

2ND Amendment Thoughts

I'm not a "Gun Nut" I just don't want my RIGHT'S taken away based on what someone may do someday...  What's wrong with the laws we have now?  Are we any safer if we enact another law?

The government and news media are causing a panic.  People are stockpiling and buying guns in record numbers.  Some people with no training or experience....just buying out of fear.

I say again don't take away my rights based on others criminal actions.........

Long Lines

Have you been to a sporting goods store recently?  The recent gun control issues in the news are causing a widespread panic as far as I'm concerned. It seems like everyone and their brother is purchasing a semi automatic and stocking up on 5.56 or .223 cartridges.

I am an advocate of being prepared and having a few rounds on hand. But I'm far from being a doomsday prepper, even if the Myan calendar ends tomorrow.....

Happiness Is