that really sux! sorry to hear one of your prized catches is god knows where and it sounds like you will probably never see it again....
while we are on the subject....for you bird hunters....hubby had a merganser done by a guy (in this area but well worth it) he specializes in JUST BIRDS...turkey, ducks you name it.... he does beautiful work....I dont remeber the name off hand but I know we have his card here somewhere if youre interested....
forgot to mention that his prices are so decent you will think he does shabby work! NOT SO!