Day 4

Just like the prior two days my alarm sounds off at a bright and early 3:45 am. This is the first season that I have been able to consistently hunt from the start, so needless to say I can feel the early mornings catching up to me. Nothing an afternoon cat nap can't fix. But the drowsiness is worth it because I am doing what I love. Today I went to a different spot in the same area as yesterday. I was probably only two miles away from the opening day location. I had the same strategy though, get in early to sit and listen as the sun came up. I got to watch an awesome sun rise. The thicker clouds grabbed all of the extra redish orange color. Unfortunately though the sunrise and a distant owl was the only excitement from this mornings hunt. On the way home I started to scout new areas to hunt. Two days of limited gobbling action is a frustrating start to a season. I'm trying to stay hopeful though because I have plenty of time to get it done and I know my season can take a positive turn real quick. In honor of a Saturday lacrosse game I am planning on sleeping in a little later than the past few days. But once I'm out there you can bet my foot will be on the gas. Good things come with hard work and determination in these woods. I'm excited for the fun days to come.

Hours spent on project today: 8

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