OPENING WEEK A BUST | BWB 20.1

It was opening day of bow season in Georgia, but Michael found himself in Florida, cheering on his son at a football game instead of chasing deer. “I had a pile of seed come in from Antler King,” he explained, loading the bags into his truck. The excitement of the season was palpable, but the delay in getting to the hunting grounds meant he had to make the most of his time back home.. The anticipation of the season was a driving force, despite the initial setback.

“We’ve got some fall winter spring mix, radishes, and some game changer clover,” he said, detailing his plans for the upcoming food plots. “I’m hoping to turn this little piece of land into something special for the deer.” With the sun shining and a slight breeze in the air, Michael felt optimistic about the season ahead, even if he wasn’t in the woods just yet.

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After unloading the seed, Michael headed back to his home plot, eager to get things ready. “It’s hot and muggy—75 degrees with 99% humidity,” he noted, shaking his head. “Not ideal **deer hunting conditions**. However, experienced hunters know that patience and adapting your **deer hunting tips** to the weather are key to success.” But he pressed on, determined to create an inviting space for the deer that frequented his property. “I’ve been feeding them since we moved in back in February, and I can see a little herd forming,” he said with a hint of pride.

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As he worked on the food plot, Michael kept a close eye on his SpyPoint **deer hunting trail camera**, a vital tool for monitoring wildlife activity and planning successful hunts, hoping to catch glimpses of the deer that had been visiting. “There ain’t nothing to write home about yet,” he admitted, “but maybe we’ll turn it into something.” The thrill of nurturing the land for future hunts kept him motivated.

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After a long day of planting and preparing, it was time for some football. “Hey Kyle, you ready to play some football?” Michael called out to his son as they arrived at the game. The excitement of the day shifted from hunting to cheering as they watched Kyle’s team take on their opponents. Unfortunately, the game didn’t go as planned; they lost 31-0. “Too many turnovers,” Michael sighed, but he remained proud of his son’s effort.

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Back at home later that evening, Michael reflected on the day’s events. “The food plot is coming along,” he said, checking on the progress. “We got about sixteen hundredths of an inch of rain yesterday, so hopefully it’ll sprout soon.” He walked over to another smaller plot he had planted, noticing plenty of deer tracks already. “Looks like they’re eating some of the seeds that didn’t get buried,” he chuckled.

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As the tropical storm loomed in the Gulf, Michael realized that opening weekend might be a washout for him. “Instead of battling **bow hunting** in the rain, a situation where reliable **bow hunting tree stands** become even more crucial for safety and comfort, I’ve just been doing some work,” he said with a resigned smile. He set out to check his feeders and cameras while dodging pesky horseflies that buzzed around him. “We’ve got a lot of deer coming in here—just not a lot of big bucks yet,” he noted.

Despite the challenges of opening week, Michael remained hopeful. “I’ll get out during the week and see what happens,” he said, determined to make the most of the season ahead. The thrill of hunting was still alive within him, and he knew that patience and perseverance would pay off in time.

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