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Post by dblungem on Dec 8, 2013 12:31:56 GMT -6
I think a new forum and a fresh start is what a lot of us have been looking for - thanks to APA and who ever else was involved for having the vision and taking the time to make a new forum a reality.
We all know the issues that plague AT. The negativity, name calling and constant arguing gets old real fast. Frankly, I wished the mods would have taken better control and eliminated some of the bad apples - those that ruin the experience for others. I think we all know what I'm talking about.
So, how do we, as new members of this site, make a difference and not allow that negativity to creep into this experience? I for one, will make sure all of my posts are as positive and helpful as they can be, but still allow some room for some mature debate.
Have you you guys thought about what you will and will not allow to happen here? I'm greatful to be invited here I want this forum to be a great place for great people to gather and talk about what we all love to do. I wonder if setting expectations to new members as they register would do any good. I know guys dont want to read a 10 page list of rules, but acting like an adult and respecting members should be at the top of our list. Do t get me wrong guys, I'm not telling anyone what to do, just offering a suggestion or some food for thought. I for one, will do my best to set an example for all new members. Thanks again for the chance to be a part of something better.
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Post by APAsuphan on Dec 8, 2013 12:48:54 GMT -6
Well said man! Flat out rude and disrespectful comments will not be tolerated at all. I want this to be a place where people feel comfortable posting their success stories, trail cam pics and just about anything related to bowhunting. We have also made it clear so far that gun hunting talk won't be posted here. If you enjoy gun hunting that's great, but lets just keep this place to bowhunting only.
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Post by Brutus on Dec 8, 2013 12:51:11 GMT -6
It'll be nice to be able to post and not have to worry about all the negative comments! Was getting pretty old over on AT!
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Post by APAsuphan on Dec 8, 2013 12:55:09 GMT -6
It'll be nice to be able to post and not have to worry about all the negative comments! Was getting pretty old over on AT! Extremely! This place is being formed starting with buddies I have made from AT that are all eaten up with this bowhunting stuff for whitetails. All of these guys have a true passion for this and just want a place to discuss things without being attacked by random guys. If you like to troll and start drama this place is not for you, and you will be sent on your way quickly!
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Post by Brutus on Dec 8, 2013 12:59:02 GMT -6
It'll be nice to be able to post and not have to worry about all the negative comments! Was getting pretty old over on AT! If you like to troll and start drama this place is not for you, and you will be sent on your way quickly! YES!! Big thumbs up!
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Post by 180py on Dec 8, 2013 13:03:01 GMT -6
good post dblungem, cody made this happen and i hope we can keep a good number of guys participating here. i'm sure as season winds down some will lose interest and not post as much as right now. bowonlywhitetails should be pretty self explanatory in its self. i felt like AT allowed guys to come on the forum and basically rub gun kills in our faces. i know they are only worried about keeping the hit numbers high as that is how they generate their advertising income. on my very first post here i said and this is how i feel, if you want to hunt with a gun good for you but please don't feel the need to share it here. other than that i will say i don't have any hang ups over equipment or tactic choices. love and respect the game and your way ahead of the pack
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Post by APAsuphan on Dec 8, 2013 13:03:56 GMT -6
If you guys know anyone that has that burning passion, please invite them!
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Post by dblungem on Dec 8, 2013 13:04:17 GMT -6
It'll be nice to be able to post and not have to worry about all the negative comments! Was getting pretty old over on AT! Extremely! This place is being formed starting with buddies I have made from AT that are all eaten up with this bowhunting stuff for whitetails. All of these guys have a true passion for this and just want a place to discuss things without being attacked by random guys. If you like to troll and start drama this place is not for you, and you will be sent on your way quickly! "sent on their way" is what I like to hear!
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Post by 180py on Dec 8, 2013 14:29:52 GMT -6
I think this is the most important topic on this board. The guys i see here are all experienced hunters and i think it will be fun and interesting to hear about other peoples strategies and tactics.
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Post by 195bandc on Dec 8, 2013 16:06:25 GMT -6
I've been waiting for a forum like this! Two big thumbs way up!! Thanks APA and anyone else involved!
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Post by pittstate23 on Dec 8, 2013 20:12:05 GMT -6
Glad to be here
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Post by Brutus on Dec 8, 2013 20:39:09 GMT -6
Glad to have you here!
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Post by kspseshooter on Dec 8, 2013 22:17:44 GMT -6
Thanks for inviting me to the new forum. AT has gone way down hill the last few years
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Post by 180py on Dec 8, 2013 22:20:16 GMT -6
Thanks for inviting me to the new forum. AT has gone way down hill the last few years welcome to BOW ! is that kansas pse shooter?
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Post by Brutus on Dec 8, 2013 22:20:47 GMT -6
Ya its getting worse everyday it seems like.
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