A new page is turning for Shaman Camouflage... and it's a nice looking page so far. A new logo, a new website, and a new breath of air have all brought about change in the company during recent weeks. And there are a few other surprises coming down the pike as well... but more on that later.
After so many quiet months of watching, waiting, and wondering... we are seeing motion and progress once again. A change in attitudes and perspectives have pointed us in a new and wonderful direction that promises to bear fruit of many kinds. Prayer works... and God listens.
One thing we can share is the new alliance with Lucky Snipe LLC, and their site www.luckysnipe.com. We have entered into a consignment agreement, and they're now displaying our wares online. Other plans with Lucky Snipe are in motion beyond the site, and we are praying for good things to come for both of our organizations in the future. Check them out... good people and good products.
Keep an eye on us if you can... good things are happening.
God Bless.
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Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Bitter Cold But Beautiful All the Same...
I finally got back into the stand last Friday, just two days before Christmas. The morning was one of the coldest we've had yet, dipping down into the high 'teens.
When I reached the treestand at 5:45 in the morning, it was a very brisk 18 degrees.
With recent snow on the ground, I was definitely thinking this was going to be the morning that success finally smiled on me. Hunting with snow is always exciting... everything is easier to see, including blood trails. Unfortunately the deer still haven't been reading the same book that I have and they once again decided that coming through in the morning wasn't on their agenda.
By 10:00 I was ready for some coffee and a bit of a change in plans. The stand I had been in all morning is small, and although there's a flip-down seat available it doesn't offer a whole lot of comfort and my knees were killing me from standing up in tight quarters.
I decided to follow a suggestion from my brother and went to sit in his stand on the edge of the property. At around 11:30 I saw movement on the hill north and east of the stand... 5 does were coming my way. Unfortunately they were coming at a dead run and were on a mission to get away from something. I never did see what that something was, but I did see the deer come running to the edge of the treeline and head straight west over the fence... never slowing down at all.
So... by noon I had seen 5 deer for a brief moment and was once again heading back to the barn empty-handed. However, the scenery had been magnificent and once again I had spent a morning watching the beauty of God's work in a sunrise... and that's nothing to sneeze at.
The season is winding down and my chances for filling space in the freezer are starting to get thin, but I'm still not giving up. Perseverance is part of this game, and it's a part I've learned to take in stride over the years. I'm thinking my last hours in the stand this year will be spent in the afternoon. Mornings haven't produced much and all evidence now is pointing towards movement later in the day.
I'll let you know how things go...
When I reached the treestand at 5:45 in the morning, it was a very brisk 18 degrees.
With recent snow on the ground, I was definitely thinking this was going to be the morning that success finally smiled on me. Hunting with snow is always exciting... everything is easier to see, including blood trails. Unfortunately the deer still haven't been reading the same book that I have and they once again decided that coming through in the morning wasn't on their agenda.
By 10:00 I was ready for some coffee and a bit of a change in plans. The stand I had been in all morning is small, and although there's a flip-down seat available it doesn't offer a whole lot of comfort and my knees were killing me from standing up in tight quarters.
I decided to follow a suggestion from my brother and went to sit in his stand on the edge of the property. At around 11:30 I saw movement on the hill north and east of the stand... 5 does were coming my way. Unfortunately they were coming at a dead run and were on a mission to get away from something. I never did see what that something was, but I did see the deer come running to the edge of the treeline and head straight west over the fence... never slowing down at all.
So... by noon I had seen 5 deer for a brief moment and was once again heading back to the barn empty-handed. However, the scenery had been magnificent and once again I had spent a morning watching the beauty of God's work in a sunrise... and that's nothing to sneeze at.
The season is winding down and my chances for filling space in the freezer are starting to get thin, but I'm still not giving up. Perseverance is part of this game, and it's a part I've learned to take in stride over the years. I'm thinking my last hours in the stand this year will be spent in the afternoon. Mornings haven't produced much and all evidence now is pointing towards movement later in the day.
I'll let you know how things go...
Sunday, December 4, 2011
WTH???
Went out with the rifle today... perfect morning of cold, crisp air and sunshine. I saw dozens of deer out feeding in neighboring fields as I drove to my spot and was really encouraged as I pulled in to the gate.
I didn't see a single deer on our place all morning. WTH???
I may have to switch gears and try an afternoon hunt next... mornings just haven't produced since Doug took his doe back in October.
This is getting a bit frustrating since there's plenty of sign still on the property. Rubs... droppings... heavy trails and beds are all still in abundance so I know the critters are there... just apparently not when I'm there too.
I'm not giving up yet... still plenty of time to hunt.
I didn't see a single deer on our place all morning. WTH???
I may have to switch gears and try an afternoon hunt next... mornings just haven't produced since Doug took his doe back in October.
This is getting a bit frustrating since there's plenty of sign still on the property. Rubs... droppings... heavy trails and beds are all still in abundance so I know the critters are there... just apparently not when I'm there too.
I'm not giving up yet... still plenty of time to hunt.
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Frustrating Season So Far... Down But Not Out...
It's obviously been awhile since I posted... almost a month to the day. It's also been about that long since I was able to get out and hunt...
In between the successful camping trip and today, we had a family vacation that chewed up a couple of weekends and then preparation for the recent holiday. I had planned on spending more time afield during the extended weekend but unfortunately the weather was less than cooperative and that managed to keep me out of the stand for two days. While the trip to a sunny beach in Florida was great, I gave up some great hunting by taking off during the rut. Be that as it may, spending quality time with the family was wonderful and I got to see my little boy dip his feet in the Gulf of Mexico and make sandcastles in sand so soft he said it felt like flour.
When I headed for sleep last night I did one more check of the forecast, and saw what I had hoped for... a break in the rain and high winds, with highs in the 40s and moderate breezes replacing the 30 MPH winds with gusts to 40 that had been in the area for several days. When the alarm went off this morning I awoke to a very different forecast... clearing skies but still sustained winds in the 20s and gusts in the 30s. I can't seem to catch a break...
Still, I was up and wanted to be in the woods so I bundled up in my hunting gear, got my Thermos of coffee ready and kissed my beautiful wife and sleeping son before heading out into a very cold morning hunt. Wind chills were harsh but my layers held up pretty well throughout the sunrise hours and into mid-morning. The sunrise was beautiful... as you can see in the attached photo. Despite the blustery winds, I did see several deer on the drive to my spot, and several more in the area when I arrived. Unfortunately none of them were necessarily around me so I was forced to be a spectator today.
Next week, the guns come out. I'm hopeful that I'll be able to score something for the freezer with the .243 and then get the bow out again when the noisemakers have had their turn. It's definitely been a frustrating season so far, but I'm not giving in just yet... there's still some good hunting to be had...
Keep your fingers crossed for me!
In between the successful camping trip and today, we had a family vacation that chewed up a couple of weekends and then preparation for the recent holiday. I had planned on spending more time afield during the extended weekend but unfortunately the weather was less than cooperative and that managed to keep me out of the stand for two days. While the trip to a sunny beach in Florida was great, I gave up some great hunting by taking off during the rut. Be that as it may, spending quality time with the family was wonderful and I got to see my little boy dip his feet in the Gulf of Mexico and make sandcastles in sand so soft he said it felt like flour.
When I headed for sleep last night I did one more check of the forecast, and saw what I had hoped for... a break in the rain and high winds, with highs in the 40s and moderate breezes replacing the 30 MPH winds with gusts to 40 that had been in the area for several days. When the alarm went off this morning I awoke to a very different forecast... clearing skies but still sustained winds in the 20s and gusts in the 30s. I can't seem to catch a break...
Still, I was up and wanted to be in the woods so I bundled up in my hunting gear, got my Thermos of coffee ready and kissed my beautiful wife and sleeping son before heading out into a very cold morning hunt. Wind chills were harsh but my layers held up pretty well throughout the sunrise hours and into mid-morning. The sunrise was beautiful... as you can see in the attached photo. Despite the blustery winds, I did see several deer on the drive to my spot, and several more in the area when I arrived. Unfortunately none of them were necessarily around me so I was forced to be a spectator today.
Next week, the guns come out. I'm hopeful that I'll be able to score something for the freezer with the .243 and then get the bow out again when the noisemakers have had their turn. It's definitely been a frustrating season so far, but I'm not giving in just yet... there's still some good hunting to be had...
Keep your fingers crossed for me!
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Success on Sunday!
The camping trip was a success on all fronts this weekend... We had a great time with the overnighter, and this morning Doug managed to connect on a nice doe.
I'm hoping for temperatures to continue dropping, as today's high was somewhere around 76 degrees. The morning started off in the 40s and warmed up fast, but the cool air lasted long enough to see some action.
It was great to put such a fine finish on a weekend spent with my brother and I'm looking forward to another chance at filling my own tags now... Congratulations, Doug!
I'm hoping for temperatures to continue dropping, as today's high was somewhere around 76 degrees. The morning started off in the 40s and warmed up fast, but the cool air lasted long enough to see some action.
It was great to put such a fine finish on a weekend spent with my brother and I'm looking forward to another chance at filling my own tags now... Congratulations, Doug!
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Weekend Hunt Coming
My brother and I are heading to the field this weekend, and the cold weather has finally arrived to help us kick things off. We saw the switch get flipped last night with parts of the state dipping into the 20s overnight. The daytime temps are still tickling the 70s, but it's a short peak and the averages are starting to level out in the 50s and 60s now. It's great campfire weather and we're looking forward to having a lot of fun.
Our plan is to hunt a few hours on Saturday night and then camp out overnight. That sets the stage for an early morning vigil on Sunday and a chance to see the sun rise over some beautiful Kansas prairie grass. Right now the forecast is calling for high 40s overnight and mild temps during the day... and most importantly very moderate winds. That can be a rare thing in this state...
Now if the deer will just cooperate and show up, too!
Our plan is to hunt a few hours on Saturday night and then camp out overnight. That sets the stage for an early morning vigil on Sunday and a chance to see the sun rise over some beautiful Kansas prairie grass. Right now the forecast is calling for high 40s overnight and mild temps during the day... and most importantly very moderate winds. That can be a rare thing in this state...
Now if the deer will just cooperate and show up, too!
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