Bow Hunting in hot weather....

That first week of Deer bow season had been tough for me. The temperature is always up the mid-80s in Western Arkansas.  Needless to say one does not have to wear heavy clothing or even long sleeves while hunting during this time. 
I Arrived at one of my stands around 5:00 a.m. My stand was located on the south side of a 140 acre farm, facing north about 15 feet from one of the most heavily traveled deer trails on the property. From my stand you could see an open field and a beautiful pond on the other side of it. I settled in and was ready to do what deer hunters do best, patiently wait, and wait A little more. Fifteen minutes later to my surprise a beautiful 9 point buck strolled right past me. I released a beautiful shot hitting him right above the right shoulder. I had that buck checked in and was eating my breakfast at the coffee shop by 8:00 a.m.
Bow hunting in the heat is something one has to get accustomed if....

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