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Originally Posted by ishootbambi
 did anyone actually read the second link? it says right there that xbow success is virtually identical to vertical bow success, so what the deal? sure does seem as though the hardcore archery guys are just plain selfish in protecting their game. i am a member of the ABA, but im not sure i agree with everything they are doing. for the muzzy season, i would rather see it after the general season. archery guys give up nothing and a new opportunity is born. my guess is harvest numbers would actually drop while hunter opportunity would rise. trophy guys holding out in particular could get in a little extra time, but with a one shot reduced range weapon. |
Lots of us ONLY bow hunt! I for one don't shoot a rifle, smoke pole or a crossbow (unless its at a carnival and i'm shooing at the star on the target to win a prize). Its not being selfish at all is protecting our season as bowhunters. If your a bowhunter just so you can hunt longer then you won't get it! I'm not saying there is anything wrong with that but in zones like the 212 we get to enjoy "archery only". The rest of Alberta is free for everyone else and we are out of the picture once rifle opens. You allow XBOWS as archery gear and suddenly every gun hunter in the area is out buying one and cruising the roads for 2 months until Rifle season opens.
I'm glad your a member of the ABA but thinking allowing Xbows or should i say XGUNS would be a nightmare!