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GEAR GUIDE: Hoyt Carbon Matrix

NYBowhunter.com — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:04:00 +0000

PROS: Lightweight, Durable (it can get run over by a truck!), Forgiving, Accurate, Quiet, Shock-free, Holds Rock Solid on Target

CONS: Doesn't have build in mounts for a two piece quiver (Hoyt sells an adapter to allow for a two-piece quiver to be used), slow (280 fps) with a heavy hunting arrow (429 gr).

DEC Expands Online Google Earth Offerings

NYBowhunter.com — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:00:00 +0000

Outdoor enthusiasts have a new tool to help plan the perfect trip to visit any of the 2,500 miles of recreational trails throughout New York, Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Pete Grannis announced today. DEC's Mapping Gateway has been expanded with information that enables the public to use Google Earth and other mapping tools to find trails and learn more about the state lands that surround them.

DEC's Mapping Gateway combines existing web mapping applications and map collections with new offerings, such as a full-featured, interactive data inventory and map viewer. DEC continues to expand the availability of "Virtual Globe" data (http://www.dec.ny.gov/pubs/42978.html) to provide a variety of interactive aerial map representations using virtual globe software such as Google Earth. In addition, some data has been incorporated into Google Maps - which does not require any software downloads - to provide an even more accessible way for people to obtain DEC's information.

The Mapping Gateway now includes information about 2,446 miles of recreational trails that DEC manages, including:

Hiking Trails.
Cross-Country Ski Trails.
Horse Trails.
Trails open to motor vehicle use by people with "Motorized Access Program for People With Disabilities" (MAPPWD) permits.
Mountain Bike Trails.
Snowmobile Trails.

In addition to the trail information, visitors can click on the trail and find out the location, features and regional contact information for the forest, wildlife management area, or other state land on which the trail is located. DEC advises the public to check with the regional office covering the destination being visited to make sure trails and roads are open and if any advisories are in effect.

The new features announced today are in addition to Mapping Gateway enhancements rolled out last year (http://www.dec.ny.gov/press/60434.html) for fishing, boating, bird watching and more. Other map offerings that can be used with Google Earth include the locations of ecological zones, brownfields, dams, and bulk storage facilities.

Instructions are available on the DEC website for those needing information about how to download and use the Google Earth software. By using Google and leveraging existing technology that many people are already familiar with, DEC is able to reduce software development costs. In addition, the available data is compatible with other virtual globe software like ArcGIS Explorer and NASA's WorldWind, enabling the public to use the data in many different contexts.

Contact:
Maureen Wren (518) 402-8000

More Summertime Bucks

NYBowhunter.com — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:55:00 +0000

This big 8 pointer has been hanging around our area for a few weeks now. When we first spotted him we had a few pictures of him during the day, but now he seems to just be visiting at night.

Hopefully we can figure out where he's coming from and set up a stand closer to his bedding area. That way we can catch him moving during shooting hours come opening day.

This picture is a little hard to see, but it's a nice 6 pointer with good brow tines. This looks like one of the bucks I had on video last season and passed up several times. He's already looking better than he did last year.

All of us here on Team NYB are getting extremely excited about the upcoming season. We've been practicing at Extreme Archery and scouting every chance we get. This season is shaping up to be one to remember.

GEAR GUIDE: Hoyt Carbon Matrix

NYBowhunter.com — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 09:01:00 +0000

PROS: Lightweight, Durable (it can get run over by a truck!), Forgiving, Accurate, Quiet, Shock-free, Holds Rock Solid on Target

CONS: Doesn't have build in mounts for a two piece quiver (Hoyt sells an adapter to allow for a two-piece quiver to be used), slow (280 fps) with a heavy hunting arrow (429 gr).

This season I was in the market for a new bow. After years of shooting Mathews bows I was looking for something different. I headed down to Extreme Archery in Mamaroneck, NY and picked up the Alphaburner and Maxis and was quite impressed with both bows. While the Carbon Matrix caught my eye, the price scared me away. I discussed the bow with Tommy from Extreme Archery and he told me I should give it a shot to see what all the hype was about.

All it took was one shot from the Hoyt Carbon Matrix to realize this was the bow I wanted. It was like nothing I had ever shot before. Super smooth and simply no vibration once it was fired. At full draw the bow just wanted to sit there rock steady and hold on target.

I have had my Carbon Matrix for three months now and could not be happier with my purchase. The first real test I put this bow through was a 3D shoot at Putnam Fish & Game. We spent the morning shooting target after target and I put my arrows in the kill zone every time from 30 yards all the way out to 65 yards. This bow can shoot and loves to stack arrows all day long.

I outfitted my bow with a Axcel Armortech sight, QAD Ultra HD rest, Octane 7" stabilizer and a FUSE 3 arrow two piece quiver. This combination of accessories kept the bow light and in balance. In order for the two piece quiver to attach to the bow you have to purchase a mounting bracket, this is the one downfall of the bow.

Now for the specs - this bow weighs just 3.8 pounds, has a 35" axle to axle length, an IBO speed of 318 feet per second, and a very forgiving 7.25" brace height. Hoyt outfitted this bow with XTR Limbs and the XTR Cam & 1/2 cams. My bow in particular has a 29" draw length and a peak draw weight of 70 pounds. At full draw I am holding 20 pounds.

I'm shooting Easton A/C/C Pro Hunter 340 arrows with this set up and it seems like the perfect arrow for the bow. This season I'll be shooting the G5 Striker 100g broadhead. We shot the Carbon Matrix through a chronograph and the bow was consistently shooting at 280 fps. This isn't bad for a bow that's advertised IBO is 318 fps, but I was hoping to get a little more out of it, even with my heavy 429 grain arrow. This was my one disappointment with the bow - but, at the same time the Carbon Matrix wasn't designed to be a speed bow that's what the Alphaburner is for (and wait until we tell you about that bow in an upcoming Gear Guide!).

Overall this is an incredible bow and something I would highly recommend you go shoot for yourself. Head over to Extreme Archery in Mamaroneck, NY to give the Carbon Matrix a try. Check back soon for our video Gear Guide on the Hoyt Carbon Matrix.

F-15 $50K Broadhead Giveaway

NYBowhunter.com — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:02:00 +0000

Carbon Express is giving away broadheads on it's website for a limited time. Here's an excerpt from the Company's website:

Carbon Express is so confident the F-15™ will change the way you hunt, we’re giving away $50,000 worth of single pack F-15s.

The F-15™ is the only broadhead with dual, side-by-side cutting blades. The razor-sharp blades give you 6 cutting surfaces, generating a wound channel up to 250% larger and more destructive than traditional broadheads. The advantages are clear: creating a wound chunk versus a slice produces a massive exit wound for greater blood loss, a better blood trail and ultimately, a faster kill.

This is a great opportunity to try one of the F-15’s™ for FREE, while supplies last. You just pay $4.95 shipping and handling, a great value when the 3 pack goes for approximately $39.99 at retail.

The F-15™ Dual Blade is a new standard in broadheads that will change the way you hunt.

Get yours before your buddies beat you to it!

Click here to go to the Carbon Express website.

High Tower Six and Another Big Eight

NYBowhunter.com — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:01:00 +0000

Dero pulled the SD card from the trail cam and was surprised to see this big six pointer. "High Tower" as he's been named should put on some serious bone from now until the end of August. I've got a thing for big six pointers and this buck is looking good!

We were also pleasantly surprised to see the eight pointer putting on some tine length. He's going to be a great deer this year and hopefully one that gives us an opportunity this fall.

Swamp Bucks and Trail Cams

NYBowhunter.com — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 09:01:00 +0000

This is a beautiful pic of a nice buck overlooking a field as day is breaking. We're hoping one this buck stays in the area long enough during the fall to come across one of our stands.

We had these two young swamp bucks walk by one of Dero's secret spots - he seems to have a lot of those!

We were surprised to see this big six pointer in the area. He looks like a mature buck, but just doesn't have the points. In a few more weeks we will have a better idea of how he's going to look, but he could be a monster six pointer this fall.

NWTF New York Announces 2010 Funding

NYBowhunter.com — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 09:01:00 +0000

EDGEFIELD, S.C. - The National Wild Turkey Federation's New York State Chapter budgeted $133,000 from its state Hunting Heritage Super Fund to invest in outreach, education, conservation and other projects in 2010.

The NWTF Super Fund is administered jointly by the NWTF, its state and provincial chapters and wildlife agencies, and supports conservation and education programs.

"The New York State Chapter has been a leader among NWTF chapters since its inception 35 years ago," said James Earl Kennamer, Ph.D., the NWTF's chief conservation officer. "By directing dollars to land access and wildlife habitat improvements, and strengthening outreach and education programs, the New York State Chapter is helping enhance habitat for all kinds of wildlife while making a better outdoor experience, not just for hunters - but for everyone. These members are creating a lasting legacy for people to enjoy our rich wildlife heritage."

Since 1985, NWTF chapters in New York have raised and spent more than $1.7 million on wildlife habitat enhancements, land purchases, education, outreach and more within the state. NWTF chapters and cooperating partners across North America have raised and spent more than $306 million upholding hunting traditions and conserving 14 million acres of wildlife habitat.

"The Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation reports that hunters in the Empire State spend $788 million and 9.4 million days afield pursuing their sport each year"

Hunters also make significant contributions to the state's economy. The Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation reports that hunters in the Empire State spend $788 million and 9.4 million days afield pursuing their sport each year.

The NWTF's New York State Board of Directors dedicated $133,000 to accomplish the following Hunting Heritage Super Fund projects in 2010, which will benefit New York's resident and non-resident sportsmen:

* $70,000 to increase access to hunting land through the More Places to Hunt initiative, improve wildlife habitat through the NWTF Seed Subsidy membership benefit and Conservation Seed program, and complete cooperative public land habitat improvement projects that will enhance wild turkey brood habitat and control noxious weeds. Projects will be completed in the Carlton Hill and Deer Creek Marsh wildlife management areas (WMA), and projects in the Tassell Hill State Forest, Louise Keir WMA and Finger Lakes National Forest are under consideration.

* $23,700 to uphold outdoor traditions through the NWTF's JAKES (Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics and Sportsmanship) and Wheelin' Sportsmen NWTF outreach programs, educational programs, scholarship programs, 4-H Shooting Sports, and the National Archery in the Schools Program

* $6,000 to support critical research on wild turkey harvest potential in New York and support of ongoing American chestnut research

* $3,000 to protect and promote our hunting heritage through contributions to the New York State Conservation Council, U.S. Sportsmen's Alliance and New York State Legislative Sportsmen Caucus

In addition, the New York State Chapter's board of directors allocated $30,300 to other projects in 2010.

The NWTF is a nonprofit conservation organization that works daily to further its mission of conserving the wild turkey and preserving our hunting heritage.

Through dynamic partnerships with state, federal and provincial wildlife agencies, the NWTF and its members have helped restore wild turkey populations across the country, spending more than $306 million to conserve 14 million acres of habitat for all types of wildlife.

Contact:
Shannon Coggin at (803) 637-7643

Partnering Up in Response to Coyote Attacks

NYBowhunter.com — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 09:01:00 +0000

Two young children were attacked by coyotes in the community of Rye, New York, in southeastern Westchester County earlier this month. Fortunately both children, age 3 and 6, only sustained minor injuries.

Local authorities, working with DEC, immediately took measures to capture and destroy coyotes in the areas where the attacks occurred. While coyote attacks on people are unusual, there is growing concern that coyotes are becoming too habituated to people in developed areas, leading to altered behavior and potential attacks of both people and pets.

"DEC has been studying coyote ecology and behavior in Westchester County for several years, and it is clear that coyotes are here to stay"

They are well adapted to many environments, including urban and suburban habitats, and they now live in all areas of New York, except Long Island (read more about New York’s suburban coyote study at www.nycoyote.org).

DEC has also developed guidelines for avoiding conflicts with people, and first and foremost, no one should ever attempt to feed or get close to a coyote. If a coyote is seen close to people, pets, or homes, it should be scared away by throwing hard objects, and yelling. Given the adaptive nature of this species children should have adult supervision when outdoors. See DEC’s web-site for more information on avoiding coyote conflicts.

The Bucks Are Getting Bigger

NYBowhunter.com — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 09:01:00 +0000

The bucks are getting bigger and putting on more bone! We've been scouting out a few new areas and looking for bucks in the 3.5 year old range with over 100" of antler come September and I think this guy is one of our first contenders.

He's grown a good amount over the last two weeks and hopefully he'll impress us next time we pull the cards from the camera. I can't wait to see what this buck looks like after two more months of antler growth.

This little guy caught my attention when I noticed his right beam was growing down instead of up. This buck must have been injured at some point and seems to be growing a non-typical rack. If it continues like this he should be an interesting deer to watch grow over the next few years.