Bunghole shot
I talk about this very question in each of my Hunter Education classes. This is what it boils down to.
1. Is it ethical? What is the cost to you personally for taking this shot?
2. What if you miss, ie. graze the hindquarter? Have you ever seen a wounded deer like this on your property? ( I live in a rural area with alot of ranchers kids )
3. Is it fair to the animal?
4. Is it sportsmanlike?
As for me and my classes, I'll keep teaching that this is an EXTREMELY poor shot that should be avoided at all costs.
I talk about this very question in each of my Hunter Education classes. This is what it boils down to.
1. Is it ethical? What is the cost to you personally for taking this shot?
2. What if you miss, ie. graze the hindquarter? Have you ever seen a wounded deer like this on your property? ( I live in a rural area with alot of ranchers kids )
3. Is it fair to the animal?
4. Is it sportsmanlike?
As for me and my classes, I'll keep teaching that this is an EXTREMELY poor shot that should be avoided at all costs.