Whether we are pursuing our cherished creatures or following the crucified Christ, may we never lose our way.
You feel that? The cooler temperature? The change in the wind? The drop in humidity? Nah, me neither. It’s still August and it’s still hot and it’s still Louisiana. But we do know what’s on the way: That heavenly blast of cool air that signifies the arrival of autumn. Shortly after that season indicator, we get the chance to enter into the woods with our freshly-issued deer tags.
For many of us, the first time to hunt our beloved whitetails comes in the form of archery season. Our pre-season excitement, that is evident by the amount of time we put into hanging stands, placing trail cameras and filling feeders, may override the equally necessary prep of our equipment. I’m not referring to practice. By the time opening day rolls around, we’ve flung more arrows at our 3-D target that the British hurled at William Wallace. I am referring to preventative maintenance.
When was the last time you replaced your bow string and cables? The typical response to this question is something along the lines of, “Oh, I got this new string…uh…was it last…No. Two years ago.” Time goes by pretty quick. Oil changes seem to come as often as breakfast. Our children are having birthdays every other Tuesday. That bow string is older than you think. As a buddy of mine put it, “Think of it as a set of tires. Just because they look OK doesn’t mean they haven’t deteriorated.” Without warning, strings break and free dental work is done. Think of it as your wife thinks of shaving her legs. While waxing can extend the life, nothing can prevent the inevitable.
Be smart. Hunt safe. Good luck.
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For many of us, the first time to hunt our beloved whitetails comes in the form of archery season. Our pre-season excitement, that is evident by the amount of time we put into hanging stands, placing trail cameras and filling feeders, may override the equally necessary prep of our equipment. I’m not referring to practice. By the time opening day rolls around, we’ve flung more arrows at our 3-D target that the British hurled at William Wallace. I am referring to preventative maintenance.
When was the last time you replaced your bow string and cables? The typical response to this question is something along the lines of, “Oh, I got this new string…uh…was it last…No. Two years ago.” Time goes by pretty quick. Oil changes seem to come as often as breakfast. Our children are having birthdays every other Tuesday. That bow string is older than you think. As a buddy of mine put it, “Think of it as a set of tires. Just because they look OK doesn’t mean they haven’t deteriorated.” Without warning, strings break and free dental work is done. Think of it as your wife thinks of shaving her legs. While waxing can extend the life, nothing can prevent the inevitable.
Be smart. Hunt safe. Good luck.
Like the Ben Dupree-Author page on Facebook for book ordering information, speaking engagement bookings and future book release dates.