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    <title>The Water Cooler</title>
    <description>This is where everyone hangs out and talks about what little life there is outside of bowhunting.  Remember to keep it clean!</description>
    <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:14:38 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>The rant thread...</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 01:14:57 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/the-rant-thread.45214/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (buckeye)</author>
      <dc:creator>buckeye</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Something on your mind? Get it off your chest here....<br />
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I will start...<br />
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If you still say &quot;get er done&quot;.... Then I hate you (unless you are an old dude, I cut them slack). I am not sure if there was ever a more annoying saying.<br />
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The term &quot;pet peeve&quot; is a pet peeve of mine.<br />
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If you get offended by something someone calls or says to you, it is probably true. Why get upset about the truth?<br />
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People that hold up traffic in parking lots waiting for a closer spot... <br />
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I will save some for later.]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Best things in life</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:12:59 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/best-things-in-life.94939/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/best-things-in-life.94939/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Fix)</author>
      <dc:creator>Fix</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Ok we all ***** on here quite alot ( Sota and I more than most). Let&#039;s have some QUICK posts of things that make life that much better. I&#039;ll start <br />
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Season over pics of your number 1]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Fletch's 2019-2020 Semi Sarcastic BS Thread</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:57:56 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/fletchs-2019-2020-semi-sarcastic-bs-thread.95251/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (fletch920)</author>
      <dc:creator>fletch920</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Time for installment number ONE!  Well guys, its been a long boring winter without many squirrels to trap and no way to launch the new fishing boat.  I figure this is a good place to share a very solid lack of useful information and throw up a few redundant meme&#039;s. <br />
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All irreverent behavior is welcomed and &quot;legal&quot; bashing is encouraged.  You know, like Monsteraxx does to anyone with a liberal leaning on Facebook, or Sota does to anyone wearing Vikings garb. <br />
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With Tiggie gone, I will be...<br />
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<a href="https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/fletchs-2019-2020-semi-sarcastic-bs-thread.95251/" class="internalLink">Fletch&#039;s 2019-2020 Semi Sarcastic BS Thread</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Joke of the day.</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:35:53 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/joke-of-the-day.60996/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (grnhd)</author>
      <dc:creator>grnhd</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I don&#039;t know if this site has ever done a joke thread, but I&#039;d like to start one. So...here is a start. Post a joke if you got one. <br />
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Today&#039;s Joke - Fri, 18 Apr 2014 <br />
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The 6th grade science teacher, Mrs. Parks, asked her class, &quot;Which human body part increases to ten times its size when stimulated?&quot; No one answered until little Mary stood up and said, &quot;You should not be asking sixth graders a question like that! I&#039;m going to tell my parents, and they will go and tell the principal, who...<br />
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<a href="https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/joke-of-the-day.60996/" class="internalLink">Joke of the day.</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Political venting</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:09:05 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/political-venting.95810/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/political-venting.95810/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Artem256)</author>
      <dc:creator>Artem256</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I didn&#039;t see one, some in other threads mentioned creating one. So here’s the free for all politics venting thread. To help free up other threads. <br />
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Ill start by saying that it is disgusting how after a tragedy like a shooting, the liberals dont even wait for the bodies to get to room temperature before starting in on their constitutional infringements. All the while supporting the murder of unborn babies.]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Fishing thread.</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:32:29 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/fishing-thread.97251/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/fishing-thread.97251/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Sota)</author>
      <dc:creator>Sota</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Stocking up on equipment and lures waiting for the ice to melt.<br />
Does anybody have any experience with a Whopper Plopper lure?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Stock Market Thoughts and Strategies</title>
      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:33:14 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/stock-market-thoughts-and-strategies.102799/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (virginiashadow)</author>
      <dc:creator>virginiashadow</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Im new to the stock market.  Slowly learning and investing.  Im interested in hearing some of your investment strategies.  Current/old stories that involved wins/failures and what you took from those lessons.  <br />
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Im currently trying to be diversified/conservative but also have some risk on the edges.  For example, I researched IonQ and bought it low, and today it is going buck wild finally after they announced long ranging contracts associated with the stock.<br />
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Im also interested in your...<br />
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<a href="https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/stock-market-thoughts-and-strategies.102799/" class="internalLink">Stock Market Thoughts and Strategies</a>]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>47</slash:comments>
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      <title>NFL thread</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:54:15 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/nfl-thread.97796/</link>
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      <author>invalid@example.com (Sota)</author>
      <dc:creator>Sota</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Guess the draft makes it official the 2020 season has begun. Who is going to watch the draft?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Another health and fitness thread anyone?</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:59:22 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/another-health-and-fitness-thread-anyone.92153/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/another-health-and-fitness-thread-anyone.92153/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Wiscohunter)</author>
      <dc:creator>Wiscohunter</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Not sure what happened to the other one, but pretty sure nobody has posted on it for like a year.  I know winter can be a bummer but, anyone been hitting the weights or maybe just trying to lose some weight?]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>What books are you reading?</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:22:46 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/what-books-are-you-reading.101316/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/what-books-are-you-reading.101316/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Ridgerunner3)</author>
      <dc:creator>Ridgerunner3</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Saw this mentioned in another thread and I&#039;m interested in what everyone is reading or any recommended books. I&#039;m currently reading We Were Soldiers Once...and Young by Joe Galloway and Col. Hal Moore. I&#039;ll finish it up soon and I&#039;m looking for ideas on what&#039;s next.  If you&#039;ve seen the movie, read the book. Fascinating.]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>MLB Thread</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:54:20 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/mlb-thread.102812/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/mlb-thread.102812/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Justin)</author>
      <dc:creator>Justin</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[How can we have an NHL thread in this joint and not an MLB thread??  This is America, dammit!<br />
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In spite of our pitching injuries and a slow start, the Cubbies are looking awful good right now.  If Nico keeps up his level of play all season he may have a legit shot at MVP.  The man simply can&#039;t miss right now.  Long way to go, but I&#039;m loving this group.  Conforto was washed and laughed out of LA and has found a spot with this team where he&#039;s excelling.  Last night&#039;s walk-off was electric....<br />
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<a href="https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/mlb-thread.102812/" class="internalLink">MLB Thread</a>]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>38</slash:comments>
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      <title>Media misses it again!</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:35:22 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/media-misses-it-again.102831/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/media-misses-it-again.102831/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (John T.)</author>
      <dc:creator>John T.</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I was browsing through my phone on Google news. A news item was about smallmouth bass illegally released in Lake Altoona, Georgia. The photo showed someone holding (drum roll please)...a snakehead!]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>3</slash:comments>
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      <title>The Sports Card Thread</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 21:41:40 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/the-sports-card-thread.102813/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/the-sports-card-thread.102813/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Justin)</author>
      <dc:creator>Justin</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[While we&#039;re at it, anyone here into collecting sports cards by chance?<br />
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I dabble here and there, mostly buying singles off eBay of hometown players I like, but I&#039;ll occassionally splurge for a box of cards here and there when the mood strikes.<br />
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I can&#039;t believe the demand for Topps Chrome football right now and the insane aftermarket prices for boxes.  They&#039;ve come down since launch, but they&#039;re still ridiculous.]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>17</slash:comments>
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      <title>The Good Dog Thread</title>
      <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 02:39:04 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/the-good-dog-thread.95416/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/the-good-dog-thread.95416/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (cml5895)</author>
      <dc:creator>cml5895</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I think you guys are cool and all, but lets see your better halves. And not your old ladies, I&#039;m talking dogs. Whether they are killers in the fields or lay around and fart on your couch, post them up! I am interested to see how many of you guys use your dogs for outdoor activities.]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>1103</slash:comments>
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      <title>NHL</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 19:16:50 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/nhl.102656/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/nhl.102656/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Garrett)</author>
      <dc:creator>Garrett</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I know there&#039;s a NFL thread but didn&#039;t one for hockey so here&#039;s an NHL one... LETS GO PENS]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>65</slash:comments>
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      <title>Daily Observations Thread</title>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:27:09 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/daily-observations-thread.102417/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/daily-observations-thread.102417/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (oldnotdead)</author>
      <dc:creator>oldnotdead</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[We have a rant and a best things thread. We needs just an observation, one for the daily life things we may encounter<br />
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To that I went to Grandsons track meet. 4 different schools all little to middle school in age. It was great to see those kids , I mean 1st graders running the full track around a football field. Jumping little hurdles ,doing high jump , long jump and relays. Watching parents and grandparents interactions.<br />
My one observation has a bit of a race based view. An Asian family...<br />
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<a href="https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/daily-observations-thread.102417/" class="internalLink">Daily Observations Thread</a>]]></content:encoded>
      <slash:comments>61</slash:comments>
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      <title>Paintball gun</title>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:30:18 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/paintball-gun.102797/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/paintball-gun.102797/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (Sota)</author>
      <dc:creator>Sota</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[I need one, what are the best ones to look at. Not competing or playing paint ball. Automatic and accurate.]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>HE IS RISEN</title>
      <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 21:28:32 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/he-is-risen.102795/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/he-is-risen.102795/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (elkguide)</author>
      <dc:creator>elkguide</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[What a glorious day.]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Final Four</title>
      <pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 19:45:44 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/final-four.102792/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/final-four.102792/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (dprsdhunter)</author>
      <dc:creator>dprsdhunter</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Game day !<br />
Go Illini. !!!]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Chuck Norris RIP</title>
      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:58:18 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/chuck-norris-rip.102786/</link>
      <guid>https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/chuck-norris-rip.102786/</guid>
      <author>invalid@example.com (elkguide)</author>
      <dc:creator>elkguide</dc:creator>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[What an amazing man beyond the memes and one liners. <br />
They were pretty good though.<br />
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<ul>
<li>Chuck Norris uses pepper spray to season his meat.</li>
<li>Chuck Norris is able to slam a revolving door.</li>
<li>Chuck Norris plays Jenga with Stonehenge. </li>
<li>When the Boogeyman goes to sleep every night, he checks his closet for Chuck Norris.</li>
<li>The flu gets a Chuck Norris shot every year.</li>
<li>Ghosts tell Chuck Norris stories at the campfire. </li>
<li>Chuck Norris made a Happy Meal cry.</li>
<li>Chuck Norris can build...</li>
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<a href="https://forums.bowhunting.com/threads/chuck-norris-rip.102786/" class="internalLink">Chuck Norris RIP</a>]]></content:encoded>
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