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Horse Shot with an Arrow #7032222
10/30/20 06:18 AM
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Somebody allegedly shot a horse on a trail ride close to our house in Southern Kettle Moraine Forest, the arrow hit an artery above the hoof and the horse has now died. The entry wound appeared to be a tree stand shot, I can't imagine how sad this is for the horses owner
and another black eye for hunters. We know this was not a hunter, this arrow was shot by a moron!!!


Horse shot with arrow during trail ride in Southern Unit of Kettle Moraine Forest
Meg Jones
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel



A horseback rider noticed something unusual while riding in the Kettle Moraine Forest Wednesday.

An arrow lodged in one of the horse's front legs, just above the hoof. The incident happened in mid-afternoon though the Department of Natural Resources is not releasing the exact time.

There are several hunting seasons open now including small game and archery and crossbow deer seasons. The Southern Unit of the Kettle Moraine is open to hunting and it's not unusual for horseback riders, hunters and others to be in that park now, said Lt. John Sinclair of the DNR Bureau of Law Enforcement.

"We're trying to determine if this was an arrow shot by a hunter, and trying to figure out who that hunter might be," Sinclair said in a phone interview Thursday afternoon.

Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: Eagleye] #7032232
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I’m betting it was not an intentional shot. Probably a “skipper”. Doesn’t say the rider saw a shooter.


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Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: Eagleye] #7032273
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The arrow missed the no-kill zone on that horse.


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Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: run] #7032287
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Originally Posted by run
The arrow missed the no-kill zone on that horse.

or that is the No kill zone


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Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: Eagleye] #7032331
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I heard that story also. I assumed it made the horse lame so they had to put it down.

I wouldn't be surprised if it was some (This word is unacceptable on Trapperman) kid that thought he was going to get a kick out of spooking the horse.

Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: Eagleye] #7032374
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Just a guess on my part, but I would guess some hunter was ticked off over the rider ruining his hunt and intended to scare the horse into throwing the rider.

Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: Andrew Eastwood] #7032397
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Originally Posted by Andrew Eastwood
Just a guess on my part, but I would guess some hunter was ticked off over the rider ruining his hunt and intended to scare the horse into throwing the rider.


Geez, you'd like to think there's some rational explanation. Purposely shooting at a horse and rider is a seriously sinister act not to mention a serious crime. Would have to know more about the injury but could it be that the arrow was lost and precariously positioned in the path of the horse and the horse rode into it?

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Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: Eagleye] #7032398
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Are you saying the horse rode into a non moving arrow?

Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: Eagleye] #7032415
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It’s entirely possible the horse kicked a arrow in the trail also



Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: HobbieTrapper] #7032416
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Originally Posted by HobbieTrapper
I’m betting it was not an intentional shot. Probably a “skipper”. Doesn’t say the rider saw a shooter.


it also made it sound like the Ryder didn't hear the arrow hit or see it flying

could just be poorly written and the Ryder saw a lot more

why would a skipper make them think it came from a tree stand?


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Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: Eagleye] #7032430
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My first thought was the same as Andrews. Some really goofy antler hunters in the world. When KS began talking about night vision being legal for coyote hunting, the #1 reason those opposed gave was poachers would shoot big bucks. Somehow thinking poachers won't shoot big big bucks if night vision is not legal for coyotes. Now we all know that poaching big bucks does not lower deer populations at all. What gets antler hunters riled up is somebody is going to be bragging about the antlers, whether they bought them or poached them. The other antler worshippers won't have a chance at that deer. Yep jealousy. The green monster. Simple as that. Would be funny if I could still dare to turn a hound loose around here.


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Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: Eagleye] #7032440
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During gun season years ago my crazy Aunt spray painted the word horse on... you guessed it her two horses in giant red letters.

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Originally Posted by danny clifton
My first thought was the same as Andrews. Some really goofy antler hunters in the world. When KS began talking about night vision being legal for coyote hunting, the #1 reason those opposed gave was poachers would shoot big bucks. Somehow thinking poachers won't shoot big big bucks if night vision is not legal for coyotes. Now we all know that poaching big bucks does not lower deer populations at all. What gets antler hunters riled up is somebody is going to be bragging about the antlers, whether they bought them or poached them. The other antler worshippers won't have a chance at that deer. Yep jealousy. The green monster. Simple as that. Would be funny if I could still dare to turn a hound loose around here.


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Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: tomahawker] #7032451
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Originally Posted by tomahawker
During gun season years ago my crazy Aunt spray painted the word horse on... you guessed it her two horses in giant red letters.


yeah but horse people are just crazy

co-worker of mine complains about all the deer in his yard , in his pastures just thick and everywhere

now we talk guns , I have bought guns from him , we borrow tools to each other , he has told me he is the only person he trusts to sell a gun to without going through a dealer

so I offer my son and I could come up and shoot some of those deer for him . man the expression his face just turned and he went on a rant about as soon as you let hunters on your land they will shoot your stock and your building and tear the place up and shoot your dogs.

Whoa , full stop , this is me not , some crazy hunter , you were inviting me up to shoot 800 yards across your property 5 minutes ago now I am going to shoot your dogs and horses.


and to that non crazy horse person you might be out there some place , my apologies your just in really crazy company.


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Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: Eagleye] #7032465
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This is what I read:
It is with a broken heart for a fellow rider and horse lover, great anger, and deep concern for all riders that I share this tragic incident which happened yesterday on the Southern Kettle Moraine Trails.
This horse was shot by a hunter's arrow on horse trails while riding near Viele Rd. The horse has died as a result if its injury. The person responsible has NOT been caught!! Please be on the lookout!
Please, ride carefully and share any information with authorities that may help lead to apprehending and holding this person responsible!! Anyone with any information, no matter how small it may seem, should call the DNR Violation Hotline 1-800-TIP-WDNR or 1-800-847-9367. https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/newsroom/release/38811
This horse was being ridden last in a group of 3 riders- local riders who frequent these trails weekly- its rider was wearing bright red vest for visibility. These riders could have easily been seen and heard talking as they travelled down the trail. The hunter fled the scene and has not been found.
Please be aware of your surroundings, don't ride alone, wear bright colors, bells, etc.
And please know this hunter does not represent the majority who are considerate and safety conscious when sharing the forest. This was a horrible and senseless incident.
My deepest sympathies for this rider's loss- not only has she lost her beloved 4 legged friend, she has also lost the sense of peace and unequalled joy that comes with a horseback ride. Her happy place is forever scarred and that is truly tragic and a loss greater than anyone should have to shoulder.

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well that certainly has significant down angle

I would think either the shooter was practically above them or was a ways off and went to pull back , tripped the release while the bow was at a 45* angle up and sent that arrow on a long arc

there is a reason the ceiling at the arhcery club has many arrow strikes


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Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: Eagleye] #7032492
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Pike River- that's the pic I saw that was now removed from a FB Post. I'm not a horse person but could the horse have been shot in that area and traveled a distance before pulling up lame and the rider noticing?

Re: Horse Shot with an Arrow [Re: Eagleye] #7032495
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The original post said
Originally Posted by Eagleye




A horseback rider noticed something unusual while riding in the Kettle Moraine Forest Wednesday.

An arrow lodged in one of the horse's front legs, just above the hoof. The incident happened in mid-afternoon though the Department of Natural Resources is not releasing the exact time.

There are several hunting seasons open now including small game and archery and crossbow deer seasons. The Southern Unit of the Kettle Moraine is open to hunting and it's not unusual for horseback riders, hunters and others to be in that park now, said Lt. John Sinclair of the DNR Bureau of Law Enforcement.

"We're trying to determine if this was an arrow shot by a hunter, and trying to figure out who that hunter might be," Sinclair said in a phone interview Thursday afternoon.


I have to conclude that the horse had a rider.


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Happened around here a few years ago... 2 or 3 cows... delinquent kids I'm sure got off w/ not much.

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Didnt know horses were that fragile.
Wild animals are way way tougher than that.


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