Deer Hunting

Are you kidding me?

I have been hunting now for 6 years. I had yet to bag my first whitetail. Every year I get more determined and excited to get my deer. After last season ended with a few glimpses of deer, I was sure this upcoming season was going to be my time. How right I was! No, hunting season hasn't started yet but I have finally killed my first whitetail. On July 9th I was on my way to work. We had a big sale going on so I was going in on my day off. I recently began riding a motorcycle to save on gas and enjoy the open air. Little did I know this would also lead to me getting my first deer. I was riding down the highway enjoying the cool ride at about 8:15am. A truck passed me, as it moved back into my lane a doe darted across the road right into my path. Once I realized I could not avoid the deer, I aimed for the head and neck thinking it would do the least amount of damage to me and my bike. I was going about 60 mph when I collided with the deer, breaking its neck, front leg and 2 ribs. Most of the impact was taken on my shin and left ankle. My bike, by some miracle, stayed on its wheels and only had a broken front fender and bent shifting lever. I was taken to the hospital for x-rays. All of my x-rays came back negative and I only suffered a few bumps and bruises. I was able to make it to work by 11:45. Although my injuries were minor, I had lady luck on my side. I have only been riding a short time, maybe 400 miles. I will always remember my first whitetail.