smokepole: Of course, killing a mule deer at 300 yards IS, de facto, the use of technology. If you hunt with a rifle, it's hard to avoid.
Historically,hunters have always sought to extend their reach. I guess my only point is, to a trained, experienced rifleman,300 yards is still a more "certain" shot than 800 or 1000.All the gremlins we discussed still have an effect, but I think would agree they do not have so dramatic an impact at the closer range than they do at the furthest distances.
This topic is like discussing "what's pornography?" It boils down to how much technology you're willing to take to the game;or even care about.
