Hunting in snow is fantastic, and this year I couldn't pass up the opportunity. There is something purely magical about being out there as the flakes are falling. Whether it's the sight of deer appearing out of the fog and snow or cutting a tell-tale track in the powder, snow is a great thing for hunters. It was for the guys I hunted with on Sunday and we were able to harvest this nice ten pointer.
Unfortunately, it didn't last and we're expecting warmer weather ahead. Given our pattern so far this fall these cold surges of air wont last until we can get some more permanent snow pack on the ground.
On a positive note, the upcoming warm weather will be comfortable to hunt in, but it will make the hunting a bit tougher. Pressured deer wont want to budge from security cover and Mother Nature wont be forcing them out to feed by sending in brutal cold.
We will be facing another storm system for the finale to Iowa's shotgun season. Unfortunately for hunters, this one could be all rain... That would make for a cold, cold soaking Saturday afield.
I'll keep tracking it.
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