I hunt. I've hunted since I was 12 years-old. (Which is the legal age to begin hunting in Pennsylvania) As one of three girls it was my way of spending time with my dad. I think I even surprised myself when I came to enjoy the sport and have continued to hunt as an adult.
These pictures were taken over the course of several weekends hunting in Capron, Virginia.
The terrain here is much different than what I'm used to in Pennsylvania. Here, its very flat and swampy. At home, in the mountains, it can be very steep.
Here, we hunt close-range with shotguns. At home, if I can see it, I can shoot at it, since we hunt with rifles.
Here,many people hunt with dogs. At home, it is illegal to hunt deer with dogs.
It has taken some time to adjust to the different style of hunting but at its root, the name of the game is still the same.
Very, very proud of my very first buck!
Like I mentioned above, I've hunted since I was 12. Every year I've hunted, I've filled at least one tag. I have never seen a buck in season while holding a gun. Although this guy is on the small side, it was a big moment for me. :)
I sure have eaten my share of Venison over the course of my life. Cheers!
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