John,
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<br>If hunting is getting close why did you put up a tree stand? Why not just sneak up on the deer on the ground? The point here is you still "ambushed" the deer, only you did it within your shooting ability. No different then a guy who is fully capable of "ambushing" said animal at much longer distances. The only difference I see is that the "Long Range" hunter has spent more time then you perfecting their skills.
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<br>Don [Linked Image]


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Only accurate rifles are interesting.