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incredible whitetail. It's your true professionalism. From getting into the stands early, to playing the wind, to putting minimal human pressure on the deer, I could go on and on. The morning I killed that deer, I don't know who was more excited me or your family when I came in the house. This just goes to show how involved your family is with your success. After 31 years, I think I've found the place where I'd love to come back time and time again. I've hunted enough to know that the next time I come hunting with you, I may go home empty handed but, I also know that my chances of getting a good quality whitetail are as good with you as anyone else. If you think is a pat on the back, and a big thank you, that's exactly what it is.

Not only was the hunt great but sharing your house and family are a bonus. Playing and loving up your two granddaughters was one of the highlights of my hunt.
Included are pictures from the hunt. Also included are pictures of the biggest blessing God ever gave me, my two sons and their wives, my wife and my new granddaughter MaKayla.

I hope you take this letter as a compliment. You deserve it. All your hard work is done long before the hunter ever arrives. I know Steve and I will be back. We'll probably send you a deposit after the first of the year.

Thanks again, Joe
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
May God Bless You & Your Family at this joyous time of year

David,
I hope the turkey season has continued to be a success for you. I just wanted to thank you once again for a great hunt. Tanner and I learned a great deal on this hunt and really appreciate all the hard work you put in! When you get a spare moment, I would appreciate some pics of Tanner and his bird. I still can't believe that I forgot my camera that day! Thanks again and all our best to you and your family.

Kent Zocher

Good Hunting,
CJ Carter

Mr. David Schotte & Family,

I'd just like to take a moment & show my appreciation towards your aid & assistance. You've got a great outfit, but more importantly a great family. Often times people take for granite, but let me assure you, you've become not only my turkey huntin' man, but a true friend. And that's what is really important. Thank you for your generosity and kindness, it goes a long way. Take Care, Brandon

Brandon Wikman, Bass Pro Shops Next Generation

Dave, Just wanted to let you how much I enjoyed my hunt with you. You are class act . Being the first out-of-state hunting trip me and my son I got to go on was fantastic . I enjoyed the meals, lodging and the meal and ball games at your house with your family. I still marvel at my twelve point look forward to another good hunt with you.

Wayne V. McIntyre, Cantonment, FL

Hayes Pettaway, Elizabethtown, NC

Dear David, I would just like to take the time to let you know how much I enjoyed myself on my hunt with you. Thank you so much for your professionalism and dedication to seeing to my every need. I also thank you for letting Martin go with me. Also please let your wife know that I enjoyed her cooking very much. Your entire family made us feel right at home. If you have any openings for turkey season please let me know. Thanks again.

Don Hester, Saltillo, MS

Dave, you are good. You taught me a ton that will only make me a better
hunter. See you can teach an old dog new tricks

Lisa, cooking was exceptional. The way you open your house to me was just
fantastic. I felt like I knew you for years. You made me like part of the
family. Those pictures on the disk have gone out to the world and will
continue going to whomever wants to see the deer. All my friends are is
amazed.

Someday I hope to be out there again and maybe by some luck and with my dad
on my side I might see something bigger?

Enjoy the rest of your season. Again, THANK YOU FOR MAKING MY DREAM COME TRUE. I KNOW YOU REALIZE HOW I FEEL.

Joe Weaver, Warminster, PA
November 7th, 2005

Dear David,

I am so glad I decided to meet up with your on my first trip to hunt Kansas turkeys. You sure do know the terrain and had no troubles getting us on the birds. Not only did we have birds come to your calls off the roost but experienced "fast set up" action as well as spot and stalk scenarios. The action you said was a "little slow" the first part of May than you'd have liked but having three nice Rio toms by noon the first day went about and beyond my expectations! I truly enjoyed meeting you and your wife Lisa. Thanks for the hospitality and genuine desire to see that we had memorable hunting experience. I will be back to hunt with you again.

Brent Plackner, River Falls, WI
May 2-4, 2005

David,
I just wanted to let your know, I had a great time on my hunt with you. Your efforts were everything I could have expected, and more in some cases. I'd love to come out for an early season bow or muzzleloader hunt. Thanks again for everything your did for me, and good luck with your business in the future..

Sincerely,
J Tweedie

Dear David,
Just wanted to let you know that the turkey's are in the freezer and the tails are nailed to a board to dry as you suggested. It was a real pleasure to hunt with you. I learned a lot. You were a great guide.

Sincerely,
Gene Alt

Jim Gilmer

Rick Moore

I want to thank you for a wonderful time. I have not enjoyed a hunting or
fishing trip more than this one. Sneak hunting those birds was incredible.
One thing I don't think I mentioned, but I have a nasty habit. I write.
Needless to say, I was able to gather ideas for a few stories during this
trip. Dave, you talked me into mounting the Rio I shot Friday morning.
What I didn't tell you is what my wife told me about bringing something
home to mount.

This story was born from a short conversation she and I had Sunday night.
I hope you enjoy it, and if I am able to sell it, I will let you know what
magazine publishes it.

Thanks again for a great trip. By the way, she hasn't said no. Of course
she has no idea of the size of the bird.

Bob Bowersox

click here to read Bob's story

Contact: David Schotte
Owner & Guide
Phone: 785-337-2530
Email: hunting@blueriverwhitetails.com