Glensman Posted May 22, 2012 Report Share Posted May 22, 2012 (edited) Went for a stalk yesterday morning. On a Section 42 I have. Have told myself I am only going to shoot prickets as myself and the farmer don’t really share the same view on population control! Misjudging sunrise and a flat tyre meant that I hit the ground later than I really should. Even so I zig-zagged up the hill-side skirting and travelling though woods where possible. Seen a number of fresh deer track but no deer. Went to a spot where I thought it would be good to lie up. After 45 mins I set off gain towards another wood and came across heavy deer tracks that were fresh. I followed these to another wood. Could only see 30yards ahead through the trees as I made my way through. With that 2 does got up and all I seen was their back-ends skipping away. I stalked in on them again but with the same result. Decided to take a high line and see if I could get around the area where I thought my prey might be. Next thing I spot 4 prickets skipping off into a wood. Thankfully 2 stopped where I could still see them and although I think they knew something was amiss, I don’t think they had spotted me. All I could see was the head and about 8 inches of neck. There was no cover to stalk in closer and the deer were fairly alert. 1 moved off leaving 1 for a shot. Ranged at 140yards with the leica, so no click or holdover needed. The animal was facing away from me and just as I was ready to shoot it turned its head to give me an even better shot. The high ditch in the background providing ample backstop. Edited May 22, 2012 by Teal graphic photos removed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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