The archery hunters have invaded the Texas hillsides; the regular archery deer season opened on October 3rd across most of Texas. In Menard County, we were blessed with a good spring with at least average rainfall. When we have a good spring, we typically have a pretty good crop of acorns on the live oak trees that are prevalent across most to the county. The abundance of natural food and the full moon on the 4th of October has slowed daytime deer movement around corn feeders to almost nil.
I can tell when deer hunting is slow because the hunters start hanging around town more. They come by the store and act like they are interested in some camo, scent or calls but they are really just wanting someone to visit with. They want to be assured that the deer are still out there and that conditions will improve and so will the hunting.
Hang tough and see you out of doors,
Gary Roberson
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