Sleeping deer poll

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  1. cml5895

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    A friend and I have been asking around because we have different viewpoints on the matter. This is not intended to start arguments. I just would like to see what you think...
    Would you shoot a sleeping deer?
     
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    If I was able to sneak up on a deer bedded down and curled up so it was presenting the vitals in the right way, sure. You are talking about using a bow and not a high-powered rifle, right?
     
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    cml5895 Weekend Warrior

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    Either one
     
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    Given the right opportunity... mayhaps. :tu:
     
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    X's 2 ^^^^^^
     
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    Of course I would. What difference does it make I shoot them while they are eating, looking for a hot date and everything else why not add sleeping to the mix.
     
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    Art Vandelay Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Absolutely.
     
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    Without question.
     
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  10. Matt

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    Yes...
     
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    Yep, sure would.
     
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    Absolutely.
     
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    Never had, but probably would if it was a decent deer.
     
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    YUP! I've [gun] shot half-dozen in their beds... they didn't taste any different than those on their feet.
     
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    What is the argument against shooting them while they are asleep?
     
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    I will if I have to!!
     
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    Why wouldn't you????????
     
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    Absolutely!! Why wouldn't I!! If it offers a good shot asleep or not it's getting stuck with an arrow.


    "Live Life at Full Draw"
     
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    If I could get that lucky no question.....if it happens just means im a damn ninja and that is awesome

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    The argument is that it is not ethical. I wouldn't hesitate to shoot one bedded up, personally, but some say that it's not fair to the deer.
     
    cml5895, Jan 25, 2014
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