Hunting and Fishing

[James]

I went hunting last month. Here is my loadout.

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Orange knit cap
Red flannel shirt
Orange Hi-viz vest (not pictured - binos and knife in vest)
Levi's Blue Jeans
Weatherby Mk. V, .270 Weatherby Magnum, with a 3x9 scope

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A couple of days later I replaced the flannel shirt with a sweater and windbreaker.

Venison is delicious.

[Death.]

That first pic looks like prime ACU territory, lol

[Niels]

What? No torches, no name tags, no MOLLE flashbang pouch? You're crazy.

[Weasel]

What? No torches, no name tags, no MOLLE flashbang pouch? You're crazy.

Agreed. Totally unprotected against airsofters. Suicide!

[MetroN]

Where's the silencers!

[SMGLee]

nice deer, I should make sure to include an animal in my post next time. :)

[Jµµso]

What kind of a wrist watch is that?

[Hollis]

Jame, your holding that rifle like it was a M4.

The Old Corps statement just jumped out. A friend who enlisted about the same time and I, who retired as a Sgt Major, had a discussion on this. The New M4 way and the old M1 Garand/M14 way.

Obviously, I did not seem to make a difference, you got your game. Good Shooting BTW.

My hunting kit, is about the same, simple. A mix on Blaze color. With my kids, we all use Blaze. By myself or another season hunter in a closed area, I don't.

Only extra, is my 44 mag in a shoulder holster.

Thanks for the photos. I think I have already posted my kids with their hunting set up.

[gaijinsamurai]

Nice, James. Makes me wish I hadn't gotten rid of my deer/elk rifle (a Remington 700 ADL in.30-06, w/ 4x Redfield scope).

I'm looking forward to taking my son, when he's older (undoubtedly, over my wife's objections!!!!). I'm thinking of getting a used .300 Savage for him, when i have some more cash.

Let me guess: eastern Washington?

[Albatross]

thats classic

[Seraphim]

That flannel shirt is a design from Guy Cramer.

[Adam Wilhelm]

That flannel shirt is a design from Guy Cramer.

Deerhunterpat

[zonk]

nice deer, how far away did you take him from

[Weasel]

Deerhunterpat

Al Borland camo.

[wotsnext]

Deerhunterpat
Discopat.....

[Switek]

You should borrow a helmet from Jurpla...

[DeltaWhisky58]

James, you are in breach of PERSEC guidlines in that you failed to properly protect the buck's identity.

Herewith guidance on the correct presentation of hunting loadout pictures in future:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b212/HighlandSniper58/mydeer1lw1.jpg

;-) p-)

[James]

nice deer, I should make sure to include an animal in my post next time. :)

Haha ;)


Jame, your holding that rifle like it was a M4.

The Old Corps statement just jumped out. A friend who enlisted about the same time and I, who retired as a Sgt Major, had a discussion on this. The New M4 way and the old M1 Garand/M14 way.

Obviously, I did not seem to make a difference, you got your game. Good Shooting BTW.

You are right! I didn't even think about it, but shooting pretty much any kind of rifle like that has become instinctive.
This deer didn't need much in the way of marksmanship. I was prepared for a 400 yard shot, and I got him at about 30! A .270 Weatherby Magnum really gets the job done. He was so close my bullet really didn't even expand, but it wasn't necessary. 150 grains at 3200 fps put him down in an instant. I don't think he even knew what hit him, which was my goal. I was pretty careful - I had several opportunities to shoot at things, but a lot of times I didn't want to take the chance on wounding an animal and losing it. I think that is heartbreaking.


What kind of a wrist watch is that?

It's a Bulova.

[James]

James, you are in breach of PERSEC guidlines in that you failed to properly protect the buck's identity.

Herewith guidance on the correct presentation of hunting loadout pictures in future:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b212/HighlandSniper58/mydeer1lw1.jpg

;-) p-)

Haha rofl

[DeltaWhisky58]

This deer didn't need much in the way of marksmanship. I was prepared for a 400 yard shot, and I got him at about 30! A .270 Weatherby Magnum really gets the job done. He was so close my bullet really didn't even expand, but it wasn't necessary. 150 grains at 3200 fps put him down in an instant. I don't think he even knew what hit him, which was my goal. I was pretty careful - I had several opportunities to shoot at things, but a lot of times I didn't want to take the chance on wounding an animal and losing it. I think that is heartbreaking.



It's a Bulova.

OPSEC, too much information - Gotcha! rofl

[James]

Nice, James. Makes me wish I hadn't gotten rid of my deer/elk rifle (a Remington 700 ADL in.30-06, w/ 4x Redfield scope).

I'm looking forward to taking my son, when he's older (undoubtedly, over my wife's objections!!!!). I'm thinking of getting a used .300 Savage for him, when i have some more cash.

Let me guess: eastern Washington?

Thanks. I think you absolutely should take your son if you can. I got this buck in NE Washington, north of the small town of Ritzville.


Deerhunterpat

Cabela's Flannelpat.

[kuttless]

James, you are in breach of PERSEC guidlines in that you failed to properly protect the buck's identity.

Herewith guidance on the correct presentation of hunting loadout pictures in future:

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b212/HighlandSniper58/mydeer1lw1.jpg

;-) p-)

lol DW that made my day

Nice dear James

[James]

Nice deer James

Nice and delicious! ;)

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[CG51]

That look great, hehe lots of veggies too I see.

How do you like the 270? How much did you pay for her?

[James]

That look great, hehe lots of veggies too I see.

How do you like the 270? How much did you pay for her?

The .270 is a family heirloom my father was given by my grandfather's cousin. It's worth quite a bit, but we didn't pay for it.

It's a great rifle, though the stock is a little short for me - the original owner was a little fellow. We'll probably replace that soon. It's very accurate and flat shooting, and very powerful. I like it a lot.

[zonk]

keep the old stock buy more internals and build 2 rifles

[Robbee]

What kind of sauce did you make for the venison, James?

[Opening Batsman]

Nice and delicious! ;)

Did you not heed DW's warning?:bash:

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[M_trace1187]

nice deer. can we get a sticky in the off topic and humor thread for hunting?

[James]

What kind of sauce did you make for the venison, James?

I made Bearnaise sauce from a mix.

[James]

nice deer. can we get a sticky in the off topic and humor thread for hunting?

Good idea.

http://www.militaryphotos.net/forums/showthread.php?t=123186

[James]

Post pictures and stories of your hunting and fishing experiences. Enjoy!

[Pete031]

Is that all in your home State? Looks a lot like Western Canada.
Nice looking Deer.

[Miles.]

One of the whitest men I've seen in a while.

[James]

Is that all in your home State? Looks a lot like Western Canada.
Nice looking Deer.

I shot the deer in Washington State, USA. I live in Tennessee now. I need to learn to shoot ducks and pigs.

[Pete031]

I shot the deer in Washington State, USA. I live in Tennessee now. I need to learn to shoot ducks and pigs.

The pic of you kneeling over the Deer could be Alberta. Looks just like it.
Wild pig would be fun to hunt. I have never tried that.

[scrybe]

Going elk hunting in a couple weeks in Eastern Oregon. I didn't put in for tags, so I'll just be going along to scout and pack-mule.

[zonk]

i love ocean fishing, i have caught everything from pin fish to trigger fish. i havent been out on a boat in years though, kids have tied me down for a little bit but when they get old enough i will teach them all the joys my dad taught me. in the south you dont have much entertainment, so you learn to make do. I would love to hunt, but i lack all the required equipment more importantly a good rifle and scope

[James]

I've fished for salmon in the ocean, never anything big that you need to be strapped into the boat for.

[TacoDelRio]

That is delicious looking, James. Holy crap.

[shorty]

Man, our season starts next Saturday. Zone 2 West Ky! My county is on track to produce some massive bucks this year. I've spotted 3 8 points, 4 10 pointers, and 2 12 pointers on our food plots alone. I sat up 2 Deer Cane and C'mere Deer hot spots tonight. This week is reserved for sighting everything in and scouting a bit more. I can almost taste that venison....

[dhfactory]

I got a couple this season.

-Sean

[The Duke]

South Fork Snake River, Idaho
Brown Trout

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[zonk]

i have only been fly fishing a like maybe a dozen times and have only caught 3 fish so catching a fish that size is a pretty nice accomplishment

dh looks like you have had a fairly successful season so far.

[Buckeye67]

Hunting stuff

Where is your Thomas Magnum 'stache?

Thread disappoints. :(

[usa320]

man those brown trout are beautiful.

[Masai]

man those brown trout are beautiful.

and really tasty.

[ronnieraygun]

South Fork Snake River, Idaho
Brown Trout

Way outside of where I spent time in Idaho. I think there's even a guy on this forum whose handle is Henry's Fork! Those are some beautiful fish, man.

[The Duke]

Way outside of where I spent time in Idaho. I think there's even a guy on this forum whose handle is Henry's Fork! Those are some beautiful fish, man.

Thanks. The lodge we were staying in was actually a stones throw away from the Henry's Fork and about an hour from the South Fork.

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[BillySing]

I got a couple this season.

-Sean

some decent trophy heads. Not a bad spread on the last one. Did you take the spikers for meat, or did you have cull tickets?

Now I'm regretting not taking any snaps from my buffalo culling days......Back when semi automatics were legal and the government gave you as much FMJ as you wanted.

Those were the days.

[oldsoak]

.270 Mag ? Sweet Lord, them deer must have flak jackets...:lol:
Whats the shooting country like out where you are ? Distance shots or close in ?

[Indiana Jones]

James, looks tasty.p-)


.270 Mag ? Sweet Lord, them deer must have flak jackets...:lol:
Whats the shooting country like out where you are ? Distance shots or close in ?
I took a couple of roe deer years ago with a .270 WM which I borrowed from a friend after my scope did not survive my falling down three meters on a rock... Ranges were from 60-200+ (?) meters and not a single roe went further than 5 meters after receiving the bullet. Loss of venison was surprisingly marginal. I can´t remember the load (probably handloaded) but I was mighty content. Recoil is quite manageable and if properly zeroed, you don´t need to worry about POA out to 250 meters which is comfortable. Overall I was very satisfied with the cartridge, although I still think very little of its design.

[beatles101]

i never actually went hunting or fishing

[DeltaWhisky58]

James, looks tasty.p-)


I took a couple of roe deer years ago with a .270 WM which I borrowed from a friend after my scope did not survive my falling down three meters on a rock... Ranges were from 60-200+ (?) meters and not a single roe went further than 5 meters after receiving the bullet. Loss of venison was surprisingly marginal. I can´t remember the load (probably handloaded) but I was mighty content. Recoil is quite manageable and if properly zeroed, you don´t need to worry about POA out to 250 meters which is comfortable. Overall I was very satisfied with the cartridge, although I still think very little of its design.

I've shot many roe with .222Rem/6.5x54MS/.243W/7x64mm/.308W and meat loss is higher with the lower calibres, largely (I'm guessing) because of more energy being expended within the carcase and therefore more expansion. I've seen roe shot wityh calibres right up to 8x68S and the larger calibres seldom do too much damage, but the worst I ever saw was 6.5x68S - horrific.

[beatles101]

there actually was this one time i was with one of nieghbors and him and his grandson and i went fishing so i cought one and i thought that the fish was dead but it wasn't and the thing started to jump so that really scared me for about a minute

[James]

Where is your Thomas Magnum 'stache?

Thread disappoints. :(

I only wear that overseas... Molly747 thinks it makes me look too old. :roll:

[James]

.270 Mag ? Sweet Lord, them deer must have flak jackets...:lol:
Whats the shooting country like out where you are ? Distance shots or close in ?

I hunted in a couple of different places. The place I got the deer was wide open, but I ended up taking my buck from only about 30 yards.

[beatles101]

one my friends actually goes hunting with his grandfather

[SOG]

Nice and delicious! ;)
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dear God. my mouth is watering. my captain crunch berries pale in comparison... subsequently, i now hate you. its been forever since i had venison...

[beatles101]

dear God. my mouth is watering. my captain crunch berries pale in comparison... subsequently, i now hate you. its been forever since i had venison...
that looks pretty good

[oldsoak]

dear God. my mouth is watering. my captain crunch berries pale in comparison... subsequently, i now hate you. its been forever since i had venison...

- Its been forever since I've been able to AFFORD Venison ! :lol:
Nothing quite beats venison back steaks or the heart in the great outdoors. A quick fry up of the heart lightly dusted with flour with a bit of bacon, onions and pepper - YUM. Eaten with a hunk of bread dunked in the gravy and sweet, strong black coffee brewed in a billy can. Followed up with a yarn or two by the fire with a something warming and you'll wonder why life cant be that good all the time.

[beatles101]

i never actually had deer meat before

[Netfleur]

Caught 2 stripers (Rockfish) yesterday - 1 - 6 lb; the other 7-lb.

Rockfish tournament winner: 15.8 lbs (32") = $5,000 first place. Yay for him.

[Laworkerbee]

Looks great James
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[GETSOME]

I prefer fishing,blue marlin,white marlin ,tuna and dolphin fish.(Mostly tag and release)
Here a few pics of an atlantic blue that died ,while i was fighting it,258kg.

[Dling]

^ thats quite the fish. last time i went fishing was two years ago in newfoundland. salmon and brook(?) trout. We never managed to catch a salmon but there was plenty of trout and fresh cod:)

[California Joe]

I want everyone to go back and read beatles101's posts. Pithy, inciteful, and hilarious in an Animal House "You guys playin cards?" kinda way.

[James]

I want everyone to go back and read beatles101's posts. Pithy, inciteful, and hilarious in an Animal House "You guys playin cards?" kinda way.

We need a smiley that bangs it's head against the wall... :roll: :cantbeli:

[Laworkerbee]

Sent from my uncle who went hunting on horseback with some friends with past weekend, he said it was a blast.
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[James]

I prefer fishing,blue marlin,white marlin ,tuna and dolphin fish.(Mostly tag and release)
Here a few pics of an atlantic blue that died ,while i was fighting it,258kg.

Were you able to keep it?

I have absolutely zero experience with deep sea fishing. Almost all of mine is flyfishing for salmon and trout a la "A River Runs Through It".

[bikewrench]

Great thread James.
Venison, good...

[Martial]

Didn't see any deer but my buddy got a Mallard from his tree stand. Pretty lucky shot.

36417

[SOG]

- Its been forever since I've been able to AFFORD Venison ! :lol:
Nothing quite beats venison back steaks or the heart in the great outdoors. A quick fry up of the heart lightly dusted with flour with a bit of bacon, onions and pepper - YUM. Eaten with a hunk of bread dunked in the gravy and sweet, strong black coffee brewed in a billy can. Followed up with a yarn or two by the fire with a something warming and you'll wonder why life cant be that good all the time.

sigh... too true!


Sent from my uncle who went hunting on horseback with some friends with past weekend, he said it was a blast.

good grief, sweet setup!


I want everyone to go back and read beatles101's posts. Pithy, inciteful, and hilarious in an Animal House "You guys playin cards?" kinda way.

lol, i was wondering what happened, couldnt figure it out by reading his user posts. after reading page 3 it makes sense. incredibly weird.

[T3ngu]

.270 Mag ? Sweet Lord, them deer must have flak jackets...:lol:
Whats the shooting country like out where you are ? Distance shots or close in ?

James

Just out of interest did you use factory or hand loads in the 270 and what pills did you use (i.e. Barnes X, HP, JHP, PSP etc).

Cheers

[California Joe]

Dude, at that range he could have hit it with a rock. :)

[digrar]

A quick bayonet charge would have just about done it too..... p-)

[Ria]

My dad took these a while ago, on a hunting trip with his friends. I saw this thread and thought of these and decided maybe you guys would enjoy them, I personally find them disturbing though. Anyways I don't want to start anything but here you go:

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I believe he paid $10,000 to be able to kill this elephant:

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[Thor]

What the heck... I've grown up close to nature and I'm all for hunting, but some things I find disturbing there.

Though maybe it makes me a hypocrat to think it's cool to have a predator up on the wall but not an elephant's head...

[IraGlacialis]

November deer rifle season starts this weekend. I myself am not currently a hunter, but I do help dress the deer and am considering hunting in the near future.

Ria, the elephant bench is slightly creepy. Frankly, I am a supporter of hunting but a staunch advocate against those safari hunts (many of which involve endangered or vulnerable species), or hunting of game which provides no substanence (unless for population stabilization).

[oswald]

We need a smiley that bangs it's head against the wall... :roll: :cantbeli:No we don't http://www.***********.com/pictures/smilies/wall.gif




p-)


My dad took these a while ago, on a hunting trip with his friends. I saw this thread and thought of these and decided maybe you guys would enjoy them, I personally find them disturbing though. Anyways I don't want to start anything but here you go:
Who the hell hunts giraffes and zebras? That's like killing Bambi and his mom :|


Oh, wait a sec...:cantbeli:

Carrion.

[zonk]

as quoted by ace ventura "that's a lovely room of death you have there"

[IraGlacialis]

That's like killing Bambi and his mom :|
Well, anybody who has taste knows that unless you want a nice head on the wall, the doe is the better choice (population control and better meat).

[Ria]

I eat venison and stuff, but I just find something effing weird about saying, "Come here, sit on my elephant feet bench:)" But I really don't want to get into an argument about that. It's a personal choice and as long as you're not poaching or affecting the species negatively then...whatever.

Zonk; I said the same thing to my dad when he showed me the pictures, hehe.

[IraGlacialis]

"Come here, sit on my elephant feet bench:)".
If you notice, sitting on the middle portion of the bench means sitting on what used to be the elephant's tail (unless the tail is detached and just there as a fan (which would add to the creepiness)).

[James]

Ria, I like the kicking crocodile! Hehe


James

Just out of interest did you use factory or hand loads in the 270 and what pills did you use (i.e. Barnes X, HP, JHP, PSP etc).

Cheers

Weatherby factory loads. 150 grains.


Dude, at that range he could have hit it with a rock. :)

I was having fantasies of chasing it on foot, with nothing more than buckskins and a long rifle.

[JJC]

Last week we had a discussion in my political philosophy course about hunting exotic animals. I propose The Chair for poaching and killing the already scarce elephant and other animal populations for self amusement. for every $10,000 payed for elephant heads, homes and bank accounts should be seized for animal conservation. and no I'm not a crazy tree hugger.

[zonk]

i agree with that, if people are caught poaching then their assets and accoutns are seized. I want to be able to take my grandkids one day to the zoo to see animals like elephants and stuff. it's sad to see all the large land mammals and sea creatures disappearing. the sad thing is alot of creatures become extinct before we can ever find out what they are

[JJC]

Since I have a macaw parrot, I know a lot about the breed, and unfotunately with in last 5 years some beautiful macaw species became extinct in the wild. For the record macaw parrots that are sold in the U.S. are completely domestic and won't survive in the wild.

[zonk]

my grandmother had an african gray, beautiful bird that developed a colorful vocabulary but i couldnt take having a bird. the whole mood swings if one little thing changes and the squaking all day would get old

[Backwoodshunter]

Last week we had a discussion in my political philosophy course about hunting exotic animals. I propose The Chair for poaching and killing the already scarce elephant and other animal populations for self amusement. for every $10,000 payed for elephant heads, homes and bank accounts should be seized for animal conservation. and no I'm not a crazy tree hugger.

Not to snap, but for anyone who questions Elephant hunting should read any first hand accounts of game wardens/rangers in Africa, I recomend anything by Peter Hathaway Capstick. Controlled Elephant hunting is the number one way to get an Elephant population back on track. Many countries that banned commercialized Elephant hunting found that their herds dwindled into nothing, due to poaching by indigenous tribes. Meanwhile nations that allowed commercialized hunting usually set up mutually beneficial relationships with local tribes, the tribes spot the elephant, the client kills it, and they give a large amount of meat to the tribe/locals, therefore curbing poaching. The locals are alot less likely to poach if they get the cash reward and large amount of food that comes with working with the safari companies.

Ethical commercialized hunting could be a huge help to not only to certain species of animals but also impovershed comunities.

And I know JJC you weren't directly refering to legal hunting, but poaching, but i figured I'd throw that tidbit in there.

[punchinout]

Looks like some tasty deer there James, nice job.

There's a Cabellas store opening up in Lacey, down south in a week or two. I'm excited, hopefully they have some good deals.

[Ghostwolf]

Apology to those who may felt offended by my comment, was my bad attempt at being humorous.

[Indiana Jones]

Last week we had a discussion in my political philosophy course about hunting exotic animals. I propose The Chair for poaching and killing the already scarce elephant and other animal populations for self amusement. for every $10,000 payed for elephant heads, homes and bank accounts should be seized for animal conservation. and no I'm not a crazy tree hugger.
? That strikes me as quite frankly, misinformed. "Backwoodshunter" is right. Not to sound pompous of offensive, but anybody with the faintest idea of modern conservation and (especially African) wildlife management knows that, when it comes to the big five, commercial safaris are the conditio sine qua non for preserving healthy populations and preventing poaching/snaring- if only for economic reasons.
The elephant population in Botswana (just to quote the most prominent example) is actually everything but scarce and constitutes a major threat to indigenous agriculture-which, mind you, is still an existential mainstay in many regions and therefore almost compels the locals to take to poaching, in addition of course, to the continuing lucrativity of ivory trade. Same in Congo and Tanzania, by the way. Commercial, guided hunting is simply the most pragmatic and mutually beneficial avenue to approach this problem, both from an economic and conservational point of view.

[oldsoak]

I think theres two kinds of recreational hunters/fishermen. There are those who want to bag everything in sight and to hell with tomorrow and those who want to keep stocks and the environment going so that they can come back forever.
I'd like to think that most of us are the latter. There are instances where animals have to be culled due to numbers being too high or they have become a nuisance and thats a sad and necessary evil. Commercial exploitation of a properly managed resource can be of benefit to the locals and the environment. I am told that in some places in Africa, the local village charges for the right to shoot a game animal in their neighbourhood. The hunter gets the trophy, they get the money, meat and hides. Being canny folks, they look upon the animals as serious investment and actually take a far more long term view than one might expect.

[James]

Well, anybody who has taste knows that unless you want a nice head on the wall, the doe is the better choice (population control and better meat).

In the places I was hunting, the law dictated that I shoot only a buck. In the case of the one I got, he had to have a minimum of 3 points on one side.

[GETSOME]

Were you able to keep it?

I have absolutely zero experience with deep sea fishing. Almost all of mine is flyfishing for salmon and trout a la "A River Runs Through It".
I always practice tag and release,but every now and again one dies on you .
I donated it to a kids home.

[IraGlacialis]

In the places I was hunting, the law dictated that I shoot only a buck. In the case of the one I got, he had to have a minimum of 3 points on one side.
Here it is sort of the other way around. The only deer seasons where bucks can be bagged are archery, muzzleloader, and November rifle season. Urban, antlerless (duh), youth, and antlerless archery season are doe only (and they can taken in the former three seasons as well).

[shorty]

I shoot off the older deer of our herd, to keep the numbers down and keep them healthy. I usually, USUALLY, don't shoot does unless we just have an overabundance of does that year.

[Henry's Fork]

Way outside of where I spent time in Idaho. I think there's even a guy on this forum whose handle is Henry's Fork! Those are some beautiful fish, man.

My home away from home. ;)


Thanks. The lodge we were staying in was actually a stones throw away from the Henry's Fork and about an hour from the South Fork.



Nice Brownie there Duke. If you ever need a guide, drop me a PM, i know almost every inch of the Henry's and the surrounding rivers. My family would spend winters skiing at Sun Valley, then every other spring living in Last Chance for 2 weeks.

Half of the time you dont even need to go anywhere but across the highway from the lodge to catch some huge lunker Bows. Its almost not fair fishing in that part of the country, i never understood how people can get stumped with nothing after a whole day on the river. Makes fishing in Commifornia look like work. (Silver Creek aside, that place makes you work for every strike.)

Did you get a chance to float the Box Canyon?

Fo0k i could talk fly fishing all day long. Going to have to scan some pics to prove its not all fish stories...p-)

[BillySing]

I shoot off the older deer of our herd, to keep the numbers down and keep them healthy. I usually, USUALLY, don't shoot does unless we just have an overabundance of does that year.

Likewise, though I usually don't barrel over any of the older stags unless their in a bad way. The older the stag, the longer he's had to fight to survive, both against hunters and fighting when the does go into estrus. Older stags have good genes. It's the young scraggly ones you've got to look for, the ones with a poor cape and build, and those with deformed antler growth, Which is quite important in maintaining a healthy trophy quota for the next few years.

In fact, I shot a few piss poor examples a month ago, scraggly little buggers with small, twisted tines and squashed palms.

Which brings me to my next point, The Discriminating Trophy Hunter. How often do any of you young fellas let a mediocre trophy pass you up, even though you've shot nothing for your whole trip? Do you shoot a decent rack, or do you leave him for a year to grow into a true trophy?

[shorty]

Likewise, though I usually don't barrel over any of the older stags unless their in a bad way. The older the stag, the longer he's had to fight to survive, both against hunters and fighting when the does go into estrus. Older stags have good genes. It's the young scraggly ones you've got to look for, the ones with a poor cape and build, and those with deformed antler growth, Which is quite important in maintaining a healthy trophy quota for the next few years.

In fact, I shot a few piss poor examples a month ago, scraggly little buggers with small, twisted tines and squashed palms.

Which brings me to my next point, The Discriminating Trophy Hunter. How often do any of you young fellas let a mediocre trophy pass you up, even though you've shot nothing for your whole trip? Do you shoot a decent rack, or do you leave him for a year to grow into a true trophy?

Yea, exactly, you got my point. I look for the ones that aren't gonna do the rest of the herd any good after this year. Usually the ones that are old and only have 8 points and below get scragged, just to keep the herd and the genes healthy.

I've let SEVERAL nice looking 8 points pass me up for a trophy rack, or hope thereof. I know of several times I've been stalking a monster all year to have him seemingly disappear once season is in. Also the smaller 8 points that I leave alone to mature always just *happen* to cross the river to the yahoo's on the other side. They don't care, they just see a rack and shoot at it. Pisses me right off....

[BillySing]

I've let SEVERAL nice looking 8 points pass me up for a trophy rack, or hope thereof. I know of several times I've been stalking a monster all year to have him seemingly disappear once season is in. Also the smaller 8 points that I leave alone to mature always just *happen* to cross the river to the yahoo's on the other side. They don't care, they just see a rack and shoot at it. Pisses me right off....

I'm with ya there mate. Last year I passed up this magnificent young fallow buck. Beautiful symmetrical palms, all brow/trez/guard tines intact, a deep menil cape beginning to develop a mane, good strong musculature. It was a gem of a trophy in the eyes of the novice / unwise. I knew he'd become the stag of legends in another year. So I left him........I had my reticle straight on him at 400, 150 grain TSX ready to go. But I exercised some restraint, and guess what?

About three weeks later, I got the latest issue of Wild Deer Magazine, only to see the awesome fallow in the hands of some bloody tattooed wharfie tosser, who hadn't even caped it out properly!! That made me maddddddddddddd............:)

[The Duke]

Did you get a chance to float the Box Canyon?



Sure did. We went on two runs in one day. I got a few but nowhere near as good as the South Fork. It was on a Sunday so we had to compete with all the rafters and inner tubers. It seems they don't have any respect for the fisherman and I was tempted to snag a few of them with the largest fly in my box. Next time I head up that way I'm hoping to try down stream further.

[rhino]

an excellent idea for a stickwoot

I went out on monday, we got a buck and a doe, pics pending

but since my tag is still unfilled, I decided to invest into more archery training, here is a pic of my new instructorp-)

http://img70.imageshack.us/img70/2582/2i9h5hdgw4.jpg

[Laworkerbee]

Um where can I sign up for archery classes? :)

[rhino]

Ka-na-da:)

edit; as promised, pic after the hunt, confirming to the threads standards, Im the one in the middle

http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/4833/huntmpnetlc7.png

[shocker1]

One of my favorite fishing spots, next to the far cliff. The smallies are numerous here. It is a no wake zone too so it is a nice place to fish.
(Chattanooga)
http://imageigloo.com/images/4615photo_10673_large.jpg

[shocker1]

I read this today, great story.:)

I Hate That %$#@ Fish
by Chris
posted November 16, 2007

Editor's Note: In another article I solicited sad or embarrassing hunting & fishing stories from readers. "Chris" was kind enough to send this one, but understandably asked that his last name not be used.

About 6 years ago, my 11 year old son and I are in a john boat fishing on about a 15 acre lake in southwest Alabama. We fish with worms for a while with no luck and decide to try something new. So, I quickly change lures on both our rods while he steers the boat towards the middle of the lake. I tied up a couple of deep diving crank baits and were in business.


After a few cast my son gets a hit. Out of pure beginners luck he's able to set the hook like a TV pro. Immediately he starts reeling in while trying to hold his rod tip straight up. He's also yelling at his old man to take the rod from him. I'm laughing and completely thrilled for him while I start trying to settle him down by telling him that he's all on his own. He keeps yelling at me and I keep telling not to freak out when that bad boy on the end of the line decided to go air borne. A splash like an old fashion cherry bomb thrown in the water comes exploding out of the lake and flying 3 feet out of the water was a huge fish trying to grow wings. She was bending and twisting and then arching her back as she tries to escape from spending the next 40 years nailed to a board. My son and I were both speechless and screaming at the same time if that's possible. As testified from a semipro bass fisherman sharing the lake with us about 30 feet from our own boat, it was at least a 10 pound and more likely a 12 pound large mouth bass (which means 13-15 pounds once I can cram enough ice and lead weights in her).

Now completely freaked out, my son starts yelling at me again. Not to take over, he just needed to yell at someone. As the rod bends straight down and he keeps reeling, I go for the heavy duty net that we grabbed as an afterthought before going out. The rod tip is switching from left to right and at one time pulls my son's arms 180 degrees around the back of the boat and then back all over again. After about 5 minutes of carefully alternating between reeling and allowing some drag action, that greenish silver beauty comes right along the side of the boat. I'm thinking how in the world am I going to get all that into this net. My son has done everything by the book up to this point and all I got to do is not blow it with the net. Its right then that my relationship with my son comes to a crashing end.

The big fish does a 90 degree straight down and disappears as the last 4 feet of line comes flying up into the boat all twisted and curled like a pretty string on a Christmas present. Speechless, we both just stand there staring at the squiggled up line and the empty net. Almost bursting in tears (I wont say which one of us) we try to make some sense of it all. Do we dive in after it, throw our rod at it, start cussing Poseidon, or just end it all right then and there?

As our boat stops rocking back and forth, those evil words that haunt me to this day were spoken. The semipro who was also completely caught up in the great struggle as he floated with his own son 30 feet away asked, "How did you tie that lure?" I quickly explained how I've been tying knots since I was 11 years old. Figuring once he understood he could tell us how to get the fish back in the boat. My heart dropped when all he responded was, "come round the porch tonight and I'll show you how your supposed to tie a knot." Then with a look of both disgust and sympathy, I think he actually apologized to my son for me, he turned and cast his rod back towards the shore.

As for my boy, he never forgave me. For 6 years I have diligently asked my son to go fishing with me and he turns me down every time. I hate that damn fish.

http://chattanoogan.com/articles/article_117204.asp

[Laconian]

Shocker that's a great story! Poor guy...

[rhino]

good eating here

http://www.militaryphotos.net/forums/showpost.php?p=2879724&postcount=165

[dedbunniez]

My girlfriend caught a crappie on sunday. Was the first time I had ever eating crappie. Fried it in some stuff we picked up from bass pro. Was pretty good non-fishy eating.

[shocker1]

I love to crappie fish and eat them too. I like a corn meal mix with pepper and a dash of McIlhenny's original. That is how I like any fish really. What were y'all using? I use small jigs and lead heads a lot, as well as shiners. Spinner baits work great in the fall.

[dedbunniez]

I used live bait. THere is a place that people drop christmas trees just by the damn. Figured it was time to go when I lost all three lines, three poles, at the same time on a damn tree.

I just got a shartruse spinner from my boss. Pretty cool guy cuz he bought it for me after we were talkin about it...I was using different jigs and lures, but lost most of them because of twigs and trees. Pissed me off...

[rhino]

http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/6492/bear003ez5.jpg

damn this place is empty

well I finally picked my rag, yeasterday, I got this bear last september, with that enfield, I couldnt take any pics in field because I also broke my wifes camera on the same trip
it looks better on the floor then on the wall

[Hollis]

http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/6492/bear003ez5.jpg

damn this place is empty

well I finally picked my rag, yeasterday, I got this bear last september, with that enfield, I couldnt take any pics in field because I also broke my wifes camera on the same trip
it looks better on the floor then on the wall


I don't think this what they mean when they say the right to Arm Bears...............

Great photo, thanks.

[Pete031]

I don't think this what they mean when they say the right to Arm Bears...............

Great photo, thanks.

LOL.... Good one.

[GETSOME]

http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/6492/bear003ez5.jpg

damn this place is empty

well I finally picked my rag, yeasterday, I got this bear last september, with that enfield, I couldnt take any pics in field because I also broke my wifes camera on the same trip
it looks better on the floor then on the wall
Great pic, did you get the bear with one shot?

[rhino]

Great pic, did you get the bear with one shot?

its kind of a tricky question, I shot at the bear 3 times, now there was only one entry but three exitsp-)

[gilgoul]

You guys all make me so jealous :)
Hunting in Israel is almost completely forbidden, you can go only for pigs and some feathers.
Then, getting a hunting license, and a rifle license is almost impossible, 12 gauge only, so forget about rifles and scopes, and bow hunting is illegal :-(
Result, thousands of boars roaming the fields and destroying crop, and no hunting union whatsoever.
God do I hate some laws :fork:

It's been so long, I can't even remember the taste of venison.

[SrB-23Q]

Ka-na-da:)

edit; as promised, pic after the hunt, confirming to the threads standards, Im the one in the middle

http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/4833/huntmpnetlc7.png

bahahahahahhahaahaha

[DE_Six]

http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/9343/f1000011kr2.th.jpg (http://img214.imageshack.us/my.php?image=f1000011kr2.jpg)

Every fall I go deer hunting with my old man, been every year since I was big enough to shoot. I hope it's something we can keep doing for a long time.

http://img176.imageshack.us/img176/4162/f1000010zl7.th.jpg (http://img176.imageshack.us/my.php?image=f1000010zl7.jpg)

Last year, it was rainy, not too cold though, so there was lot of activity, and we didn't make too much noise.

http://img214.imageshack.us/img214/7161/f1000013xe7.th.jpg (http://img214.imageshack.us/my.php?image=f1000013xe7.jpg)

http://img299.imageshack.us/img299/3962/f1000016ev8.th.jpg (http://img299.imageshack.us/my.php?image=f1000016ev8.jpg)

That little bastard was tailing a decent-sized spike, which I had spotted. I aimed and grey-brown fur filled my scope so I shot right behind the shoulder. Turns out I was aiming at the wrong one. I cursed myself for that one, but it turned out delicious and tender.

http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/2053/f1010006yo8.th.jpg (http://img140.imageshack.us/my.php?image=f1010006yo8.jpg)

The range, first day, checking the zero.

http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/9897/f1010010yh8.th.jpg (http://img140.imageshack.us/my.php?image=f1010010yh8.jpg)

http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/7699/f1010015wz3.th.jpg (http://img140.imageshack.us/my.php?image=f1010015wz3.jpg)

Not quite the trophy buck, but a beautiful one nonetheless. It made up for the little one, though I shot this one first. The place we have been going for the pas few years has a 2-animal limit per hunter, and does are fair game, even though I never shoot if there's a calf nearby.

http://img181.imageshack.us/img181/4817/f1010022cr6.th.jpg (http://img181.imageshack.us/my.php?image=f1010022cr6.jpg)

By late fall, the riverbeds are almost dry and we can go pretty far upriver using ATVs.

http://img292.imageshack.us/img292/7248/f1020021ir8.th.jpg (http://img292.imageshack.us/my.php?image=f1020021ir8.jpg)

Those two crossing the river I caught with my camera on the last day.

[BillySing]

Aw c'mon! You can't post a picture of yourself brandishing a rifle without giving us the vital specifications?

Make,

Model,

Cartridge,

Scope,

Extra Features.

:)

[DE_Six]

Okay, okay!! :) geez gun nuts...

There are two actually in those pics.

One is a Browning .270 bolt action, stainless with a Zeiss Conquest 3-9X. It's lightweight, and the optic is blinding clear. It does kick a bit.

The other is a Remington .30-06 semi-auto with a Meopta 4-10X, Czech optic. It's pretty nice, good light but the crosshair posts are a bit thick for my taste.

Oh yeah, the cartridge: I use mostly Remington Express Core-Lokt 150gr. with the 30-06. For the .270 I don't really have a favorite, every year I try a different kind, check at the range that it doesn't mess up my zero and use that. I do like the Federal Nosler Partition, "Premium Vitalshok" they call it, which sounds very deadly.... I have tried both 130gr. and 150gr. but I haven't been able to test the difference, if any, beyond range shooting.

Little in terms of bells and whistles. Slings with well-oiled swivels, lens caps, etc.

[James]

Well done!

Some day, if Afghanistan ever settles down, I think they could have great hunting in the northeast part of the country.

[Hollis]

My daughter's first hunt as hunter, my son's second.

He has a Savage 99 in 300 savage. The rifle belonged to a friend's dad. She has a Win LA in 45 Colt.

Also some view of the land scape.

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k226/Hollis6475/1AHunters.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k226/Hollis6475/1ACreekB.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k226/Hollis6475/1APanA.jpg

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k226/Hollis6475/1CreekC.jpg

[BillySing]

Okay, okay!! :) geez gun nuts...

There are two actually in those pics.

One is a Browning .270 bolt action, stainless with a Zeiss Conquest 3-9X. It's lightweight, and the optic is blinding clear. It does kick a bit.

The other is a Remington .30-06 semi-auto with a Meopta 4-10X, Czech optic. It's pretty nice, good light but the crosshair posts are a bit thick for my taste.

Oh yeah, the cartridge: I use mostly Remington Express Core-Lokt 150gr. with the 30-06. For the .270 I don't really have a favorite, every year I try a different kind, check at the range that it doesn't mess up my zero and use that. I do like the Federal Nosler Partition, "Premium Vitalshok" they call it, which sounds very deadly.... I have tried both 130gr. and 150gr. but I haven't been able to test the difference, if any, beyond range shooting.

Little in terms of bells and whistles. Slings with well-oiled swivels, lens caps, etc.

Bloody good Stuff, DE6. What do you reckon of Meopta in terms of value for money?




http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k226/Hollis6475/1ACreekB.jpg





Hollis, that sure is some magnificent country! What were you hunting?

[Hollis]

Hollis, that sure is some magnificent country! What were you hunting?


We were hunting deer.

[zonk]

Aw c'mon! You can't post a picture of yourself brandishing a rifle without giving us the vital specifications?

Make,

Model,

Cartridge,

Scope,

Extra Features.

:)


hey is that your truck in the next to last picture....that is a thing of beauty

[IraGlacialis]

I myself don't hunt (I am thinking about doing so this coming seaon), but I like to come along with my dad and uncle, when they go hunting, to a 160 acre plot of land we have near Warsaw, MO.
This is during November deer season.

From top to bottom:
Uncle's
Cousin's boyfriend's dad's
Cousin's boyfriend's
Little cousin's (only gun I can indentify is her AR-15)
http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/1154/pb100266af4.jpg (http://imageshack.us/?x=my6&myref=http://my.imageshack.us/v_images.php)

Deer that the boyfriend shot.
http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/6617/pb110273qw0.jpg
http://img215.imageshack.us/img215/236/pb110274oz8.jpg

Got a heart from it, which what I was waiting for like a vulture. :) Slice that up and simmer it in broth with onions and you are good to go. I also got its liver which is excellent sliced up, covered in flour, and fried in olive oil. I am the only one who eats the variety meats. When I was back in school during the week, my dad got a doe, which slightly flustered me because the does have better variety meats (especially kidneys).

Another view of my cousin's gun.
http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/8436/pb110279lj6.jpg (http://imageshack.us/?x=my6&myref=http://my.imageshack.us/v_images.php)

Random shot on our land.
http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/6236/pb100265ss3.jpg (http://imageshack.us/?x=my6&myref=http://my.imageshack.us/v_images.php)

[Gulag]

I am so happy that we do not to hunt in these crazy colours.
I have 30-06 Springfield with a bit longer barrel and 3-12x optic. Love that toy :-)

[Hollis]

A side note, What gets non-hunters all unhappy and wanting to ban hunting is display of "animal parts". Hunter safety and awareness classes in Orygone stresses being discreet.

Let people know there will be a little "gore" or just don't.


Thanks.

[IraGlacialis]

Sorry about that. Would have thought that hunters would have not much minded a sight like that and that poeple opposed to such things would stay away. Hell, you see stuff like that at specialty supermarkets.


I am so happy that we do not to hunt in these crazy colours.
I have 30-06 Springfield with a bit longer barrel and 3-12x optic. Love that toy :-)
Well the colors are for safety.

[Hollis]

Sorry about that. Would have thought that hunters would have not much minded a sight like that and that poeple opposed to such things would stay away. Hell, you see stuff like that at specialty supermarket.


Well the colors are for safety.


Ira, No problem. Being a open forum, one never knows. Tastefully is better. It is a issue here in Orygone. The Dog hunters are unable to hunt because of urbanites infected with emotionalism. Fish and Game really tries to promote, hunters to be understanding of this.

I would rather play it safe. I have been watching the anti-hunters slowly over the years erode people's ability to hunt.

Thanks

H.

[Gulag]

Well the colors are for safety.

Yeah, I know that animals are often colorblind but in Europe hunting has huge historical base and orenge color would be a bit strange...

[IraGlacialis]

It is a issue here in Orygone. The Dog hunters are unable to hunt because of urbanites infected with emotionalism. Fish and Game really tries to promote, hunters to be understanding of this.

I have been watching the anti-hunters slowly over the years erode people's ability to hunt.
They should know that legal hunters are one of the biggest environmentalists out there that actually do something.
Here, Missouri is just not Missouri without hunting and fishing. Per year, the revenue from licenses (especially during November) actually surpasses that of all the pro sports teams in KC and STL combined, and it the primary funder of the Conservation Department. At least in KC, many urbanites actually consider deer a pest, hence a urban hunting season (practically, archery only) voted for a few years ago. Plus, as evident by the migration of cars, urbanites make a up sizable (not majority but large enough) portion of hunters anyways.
Whitetail deer are actually slightly overpopulated here due to lack of natural predators, so more seasons (most doe-only) are actually being added and November season was extended by a week.

[Hollis]

DU has done a lot of work to preserve wet lands as with other hunting groups but they do not care. Like the anti-gun nuts, they are completely obsessed with a complete ban of hunting. To them the ends justify the means. The adds to illegalize hunting with dogs was nothing more than emotional flame bait, but it worked.

In the Northern part of the Willamette Valley, white tail are protected. Their numbers are low.

This year a lot of the forested areas owned by lumber companies have been gated to keep people out. Between the anti-hunting people, idiots who hunt, illegal drug stuff and just vandals there was not much of another choice.

[DE_Six]

My daughter's first hunt as hunter, my son's second.

Nice to see the next generation coming up! :)

Beautiful country indeed!


Bloody good Stuff, DE6. What do you reckon of Meopta in terms of value for money?


I think it's great in terms of price/quality ratio. You get the European optic quality for less than you'd pay for a Leupold. Great luminosity, crystal clear, holds a zero (even after being roughly handled by airline handlers or rocked at the bottom of a pickup truck box). As I said, the only thing I dislike is the crosshair, I'd like it finer. I have a Zeiss to compare with(even though it's an entry-priced line, not a Diavari), so yes, I'd say it's very good for the money. I'm careful with my optics though, so can't vouch on solidity yet.

It's no Schmidt&Bender, but it's way enough for my purpose. I can safely say both my rifles outshoot me! p-)

Now, I might spoil myself and save up for a Nightforce on my next rifle.


hey is that your truck in the next to last picture....that is a thing of beauty

Haha, yeah that old girl is rock solid! It stays out up where the pics we're taken though, so no wowing the urban yuppie crowd with its rugged good looks! :p


A side note, What gets non-hunters all unhappy and wanting to ban hunting is display of "animal parts". Hunter safety and awareness classes in Orygone stresses being discreet.

Let people know there will be a little "gore" or just don't.

Thanks.

Sorry about that, I'm not big myself on trophies, I try to be respectful of the animals I kill. That said, I couldn't resist posting the fruit of my wanderings. I'll be mindful of that in the future. Blood and guts is all natural to me (in a hunting context of course) but not everyone wants to look at it.


They should know that legal hunters are one of the biggest environmentalists out there that actually do something.


Quoted for truth.

I like to think I am an eco-redneck myself. :p
(copyrighted by Steve Chapple, read his Confessions if you stumble upon it.)

[DE_Six]

Well done!

Some day, if Afghanistan ever settles down, I think they could have great hunting in the northeast part of the country.

Haha yeah, and those glaciermelt rivers look like they could hold some record-breaking trout!

Do Afghans fly fish? all I've ever seen is that RPG fishing technique on Youtube...

[rhino]

http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/6236/pb100265ss3.jpg

mmmmm steak:)

[zonk]

i went out towards lake belton today and saw a dozen or more deer out and about just out in peoples yards and such,.... i think i found where i would want to live here in texas as long as it never really develops heavily

[rhino]

bear release gone wrong

article link (http://www.fieldandstream.com/fieldstream/photogallery/article/0,13355,1707873,00.html) with pics

[oldsoak]

Oldsoak is going hunting in NZ in 7 weeks time......:woot:

[GETSOME]

Oldsoak is going hunting in NZ in 7 weeks time......
Sweet,beautiful country,what are you hunting?

[IraGlacialis]

What are you going for?
NZ doesn't really have any game except for introduced members of the deer family.

[SBL]

Move the title of this thread be changed to 'Huntin' n' Feeshin' "

[oldsoak]

You got it guys - the noble redskin aka the Red Deer ( and any other furry critter...:-) ). Intend to go fishing as well after Rainbows and Browns. Hohboy, this is going to be FUN. My mates got my 6.5 Swedish mauser down there and is reloading 140gns for me as we speak. I can just smell the deer right now. Huzzah !

- practically every mammal in NZ has been introduced by the Maori or the White man. Deer, Aussie Possum, Rabbits, Thar, Chamois, rats, you name it. If its got fur on any part of its body, it came in on a boat.

[rhino]

you better make sure you bring a good camera, we want to see tons of pics, the topics should be as fallow; country, game(if any scored), locals(only opposite *** though)

[IraGlacialis]

If its got fur on any part of its body, it came in on a boat.
Well... except for pinnipeds and bats.
Cetaceans don't count.

[oldsoak]

you better make sure you bring a good camera, we want to see tons of pics, the topics should be as fallow; country, game(if any scored), locals(only opposite *** though)

- done ! gotta be careful, the wife reads this...:lol:

[oldsoak]

Well... except for pinnipeds and bats.
Cetaceans don't count.

- yerwhat ? bats I know what de udder boss ?

[IraGlacialis]

- yerwhat ? bats I know what de udder boss ?
Here's an example of a pinniped.
New Zealand fur seal.
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/d/de/Arctocephalus_fosteri.png

As for cetaceans.
Another New Zealand inhabitant.
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/37/Killerwhales_jumping.jpg

Pretty much, pinnipeds are seals, eared seals, and the walrus, while cetaceans are whales, dolphins, and porpoises.

[GETSOME]

Seals man:)

[rhino]

you are lucky, all I travel to, now a days, to hunt is Simcoe County Forrest, which isnt too bad, its just not exotic:-(

[GETSOME]

Hey oldsoak,you should try pig hunting while you there.

[oldsoak]

Hey oldsoak,you should try pig hunting while you there.

..As it happens !
Did some down Kaikoura way - also around Nelson. Its on the cards. My mates out near Stoke and reckons its time to restock the freezer ! He knows a few guys in DoC, so hopefully h'll get a nod and a wink. Theres a place he wants to take me where the buggers hang out. No big ones, just the right size to carry out without feeling you'd rather be the pig than the bloke who is carrying it !

[oldsoak]

you are lucky, all I travel to, now a days, to hunt is Simcoe County Forrest, which isnt too bad, its just not exotic:-(

- mate, at least you get to have a go each season. This will have to last me a few years !

[GETSOME]

..As it happens !
Did some down Kaikoura way - also around Nelson. Its on the cards. My mates out near Stoke and reckons its time to restock the freezer ! He knows a few guys in DoC, so hopefully h'll get a nod and a wink. Theres a place he wants to take me where the buggers hang out. No big ones, just the right size to carry out without feeling you'd rather be the pig than the bloke who is carrying it !
With just a knife and the dogs?p-)

[oldsoak]

- Hehe, erm, no !
Dogs are great, but trying to grab a leg so you can stick the porker while the dogs are hanging off him is not my idea of fun ! I'd rather wait up for 'em and take the best of the bunch ! Finding you've bailed the prize tusker is for better blokes than me !

[rhino]

results of yeasterday's treading in 3-4 feet of snow

http://img167.imageshack.us/img167/7974/endfeb002gy0.jpg

you dont know what a godsend the snowshoes are till you take them off and go for a little walk in 3-4 feet of snow *nodding smilie here*

[oldsoak]

Niceely ! - snare or rifle ?

[rhino]

shotgun, improved cilinder, 12 ga, nr6, 15 yards inside a young cedar/spruce forest, a worst advice I ever got was to use nr6 on small game, it may be fine in the open, and for grouse, but that bunny suffered, next time Im taking nr4

[IraGlacialis]

Nice catch rhino. How are you preparing it?

[rhino]

Im thinking stew, havent decided yet, sunday is the day though

[Jippo]

shotgun, improved cilinder, 12 ga, nr6, 15 yards inside a young cedar/spruce forest, a worst advice I ever got was to use nr6 on small game, it may be fine in the open, and for grouse, but that bunny suffered, next time Im taking nr4

I have never used that big (4) for hares. For foxes, yes, but I definately would have chosen 6 for a hare.

[T3ngu]

I have never used that big (4) for hares. For foxes, yes, but I definately would have chosen 6 for a hare.

4's work well on Hares and Wallabies, not that I would shoot wallabies.

[rhino]

I guess with a better choke nr 6 works fine, my pump wasnt ment to be small game gun, but being short its very handy in thick woods, next time Im taking my sidebyside, should do fine, unless I get the .22mag Im out for:roll:

[oldsoak]

4's work well on Hares and Wallabies, not that I would shoot wallabies.

They do in NZ - noxious animals and all that. Dunno why. I think they are cute. Having said that roo steaks are tops - marinated in pepper and red wine and grilled on a barbie - YUM !

[rhino]

how much longer before we see pics from oldsoaks trip to NZ ??

[T3ngu]

how much longer before we see pics from oldsoaks trip to NZ ??

I think he is not there yet as the roar starts in about two weeks. I remember as Im going there next week, but for work unfortunately.

Im heading out to Texas (Australia) in the next few months, ill get some pics when i do. Chasing roos, rabbits, goats and pigs.

[oldsoak]

I'm not there yet, lads !
@T3ngu - whereabouts are you going in NZ ?

[T3ngu]

I'm not there yet, lads !
@T3ngu - whereabouts are you going in NZ ?

Hamilton mate, just for a few days for a consent hearing. Mate of mine is basing himself in hamilton for the roar.

[oldsoak]

I'll be on the mainland :-P
Initially in Nelson area and then out to do some hunting - if the weather allows us to get where we're going...

[JC0352]

I grew up hunting whitetail in Louisiana with a Remington Sportsman 78 in .308 with a Leupold VX-III 2.5-8x40; the woods were fairly thick and even shots down fencelines were never that long. Now I live in Colorado and want to get something for elk and possibly bigger game. I'm thinking a Model 700 SPS in .300WSM with a Leupold VX-II 3-9x40 with a LR Duplex reticle. Any input, especially from experienced elk hunters, would be greatly appreciated.

Also, I have a turkey hunt in Kansas coming up and I'll be sure to post some pics when I get back.

[rhino]

if you looking for an excusse to buy a new rifle-go for it, otherwise .308 is plenty for an elk, or moose, or black bear, with a right bullet

[JC0352]

if you looking for an excusse to buy a new rifle-go for it, otherwise .308 is plenty for an elk, or moose, or black bear, with a right bullet

guilty as charged :oops:. The .308 is practically mine, but is sort of on a "permanently borrowed" status from my dad. He discovered golf about 15 years ago and doesn't hunt and fish much now. Now if I can just get him to give me his Series 70 1911A1!:)

I just have it in my head where I never want to make an unethical shot because I didn't bring enough gun, but hey I'm no ballistics expert.

[JC0352]

Leaving tomorrow for Kansas for my first turkey hunt ever. Hopefully I can get one with my bow, too. Will post pics when I get back.

[Jarhead]

Leaving tomorrow for Kansas for my first turkey hunt ever. Hopefully I can get one with my bow, too. Will post pics when I get back.
That sounds cool sh!tbird. I hope you´ll get one:)

[Komalars]

Question: Is orange clothing mandatory when hunting in the US? Or is it just a different mindset regarding safety vs. hunting in Europe?

[Alfacentori]

Don't know if I've posted any of these before but I though this was a good spot for a few of my random hunting trip pics from trips to WA, ahh the glory days before Uni! p-)

Alfa

[IraGlacialis]

^^^^^
Cool sawfish. I thought they are protected though.

The dead feral cat is amusing.

[T3ngu]

^^^^^
Cool sawfish. I thought they are protected though.

The dead feral cat is amusing.

Caught a sawfish in NQ once. Saw one cut up near Crystal Creek, it was longer than the Diahatsu scat we were in.

Cool pics.

CZ vs Cat is good. Mine shoots them well as well.

[James]

Question: Is orange clothing mandatory when hunting in the US? Or is it just a different mindset regarding safety vs. hunting in Europe?

Each state in the US has its own laws on the subject. Generally, there is no requirement for hunter orange during bow and muzzle loading seasons, while there is during high powered rifle season. I don't think it's required for bird hunting.

[Komalars]

Each state in the US has its own laws on the subject. Generally, there is no requirement for hunter orange during bow and muzzle loading seasons, while there is during high powered rifle season. I don't think it's required for bird hunting.

Ok thanks. When I go moose hunting here in Norway, I rarely see anyone with more than an orange hatband or suchlike. Although deer are colorblind they do see contrasts good don't they?

[Jurpula]

In Finland we have to wear red vests and caps when hunting elk. It's purely for visibility, the elk are colour blind.

[schwarz]

Caught it few weeks ago in a Catch and release section. Probably should take more pics when I am out but its a pain to fool with when I am fishing. Enjoy!
http://img81.imageshack.us/img81/3409/dsc00315mr0.jpg

[Alfacentori]

^^^^^
Cool sawfish. I thought they are protected though.

The dead feral cat is amusing.

Yeah you're right they are protected which is why I put it back straight after a quick picture :)

Alfa

[Alfacentori]

Caught a sawfish in NQ once. Saw one cut up near Crystal Creek, it was longer than the Diahatsu scat we were in.

Cool pics.

CZ vs Cat is good. Mine shoots them well as well.

They in NQ as well? I caught that one in the Fitzroy River, odd that you find them in fresh water, I always thought they were a salt water one but not the ones in WA at least.

Yes my CZ has claimed a few cats now, and I must say in my (biased) opinion that a CZ is one of the best, if not the best .22cal rifle money can buy.

Alfa

[drevil5000]

A few kills from my recent hunts in South Africa.

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/th_up.jpg (http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/up.jpg)




http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/th_up1.jpg (http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/up1.jpg)



http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/th_up3.jpg (http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/up3.jpg)

[IraGlacialis]

Yeah you're right they are protected which is why I put it back straight after a quick picture :)
No harm done then. How big was the sucker?

They in NQ as well? I caught that one in the Fitzroy River, odd that you find them in fresh water, I always thought they were a salt water one but not the ones in WA at least.
Sawfish tend to inhabit brackish water as well as shallow seawater. It is not be that rare for them to get deep into freshwater as well. Kind of like bull sharks.

[T3ngu]

They in NQ as well? I caught that one in the Fitzroy River, odd that you find them in fresh water, I always thought they were a salt water one but not the ones in WA at least.

Yes my CZ has claimed a few cats now, and I must say in my (biased) opinion that a CZ is one of the best, if not the best .22cal rifle money can buy.

Alfa


Yeah, had to check.

Sawfish are commonly found in estuaries and freshwater rivers and creeks in Queensland, the Northern Territory and Western Australia. They move between fresh and salt water easily, but are quite happy to sit on the bottom of shallow muddy rivers.

I let mine go.

[drevil5000]

Hunting/Fishing pics from South Africa.

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/th_P1000622.jpg (http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/P1000622.jpg)

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/th_P1010028.jpg (http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/P1010028.jpg)

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/th_P1010114.jpg (http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/P1010114.jpg)

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/th_PB080103.jpg (http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/PB080103.jpg)

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/th_n626542176_170551_6819.jpg (http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/n626542176_170551_6819.jpg)

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/th_n626542176_211043_6600.jpg (http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/n626542176_211043_6600.jpg)

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/th_n626542176_211052_8822.jpg (http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/n626542176_211052_8822.jpg)

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/th_n626542176_211055_9458.jpg (http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/n626542176_211055_9458.jpg)

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/th_r1010039.jpg (http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/r1010039.jpg)

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/th_u1160059.jpg (http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/u1160059.jpg)

[rhino]

nice drevil. so you live in SA, or was that just a trip?
nice falcon too

[drevil5000]

nice drevil. so you live in SA, or was that just a trip?
nice falcon too

I live in South Africa.

[rhino]

is the hunting expensive for local people or its manegable?

[drevil5000]

is the hunting expensive for local people or its manegable?

Its doesnt cost much, depends on what you want to hunt though.

I do all my hunting on our farms so don't pay anything.

[JC0352]

got two turkeys this weekend. will put up pics when I get home.

[T3ngu]

Hunting/Fishing pics from South Africa.

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk220/drevil5000/hutning/PB080103.jpg



Is that a lightforce?

[JC0352]

Okay, so here are the turkeys I got over the weekend.
http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll129/bc310352/P5030006.jpg
That's me on the right w/ my tom. He just came out right in front of my blind and I got him about 30 yards away. I wish I would've had my bow with me because that was the only decent shot I had all weekend.
http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll129/bc310352/P5040027.jpg
I got this jake on Sunday afternoon. He responded to a box call while we were walking along a creek so I set up against a tree and my guide called him and another jake right in front of me. My first turkey hunt and it was a blast!

[Hollis]

Thanks, Great photos.

[Alfacentori]

No harm done then. How big was the sucker?

The one I caught was only a littlish one, about 1.5m long, a mate of mine said he has caught one that was longer than his 12ft boat before! They get huge I think because they are protected and if they are caught people release them.

According to this page they can get up to 5m, that's freekin huge!

http://www.environment.gov.au/cgi-bin/sprat/public/publicspecies.pl?taxon_id=66182


Alfa

[T3ngu]

The one I caught was only a littlish one, about 1.5m long, a mate of mine said he has caught one that was longer than his 12ft boat before! They get huge I think because they are protected and if they are caught people release them.

According to this page they can get up to 5m, that's freekin huge!

http://www.environment.gov.au/cgi-bin/sprat/public/publicspecies.pl?taxon_id=66182


Alfa
Hmmm my memory is failing me, maybe it was a shovel nose ray i saw. I definately caught the rays, but im pretty sure i saw a swordfish on the beach cut up.

[eurekaa]

Where is this area ?

[T3ngu]

Where is this area ?

Which one?

[drevil5000]

Is that a lightforce?

Just a really powerful spotlight that I modified.

[T3ngu]

Just a really powerful spotlight that I modified.

Ok thanks.

[oldsoak]

Right, we're back from down under.
Had a few mishaps :-(
Arrived in NZ and bagged two reds on the second day of the trip. Didnt even had to try too hard for these. However only camera available was mates mobile. I'll get them off him to show you guys. Not big derr, but ok for now. Day three - sore throat and muzzy head despite the abcence of any alcohol. Spent three days on back with a flu type bug on Durville Island. It was rubbish. Everyone else went off and left me quarantined in a tent and returned in the evenings to feed me and tell me just what I was missing - the rotten swines ! :lol:
Recovered enough to hunt Cobb valley and Rainy river area after deer and pig but drew a
blank. Had near misses but trying to get a bead on a porker moving like it was jet propelled isnt easy !
Cobb was beautiful but DOC are now chucking in 1080 to kill off the deer, so we can kiss that goodbye for a next long while. Returned to Oz and went fishing in the Adelaide portarea and St Kilda - caught more aussie salmon-trout than you can stick a wave at :-P . Brilliant fun on light tackle. Get yourselves a light spinning rod and 6lb/3kg line with a lure on and you'll have great fun.
Attended ANZAC dawn service and laid a wreath on behalf of my mob back home. Failed to win lotto and have had to return home to work.

[T3ngu]

Right, we're back from down under.
Had a few mishaps :-(

Was thinking how you went. My mate didn't get a shot off while in NZ, the only one he lined up he couldn't shoot because he had mud on his scope. Apparently the weather was bad during the first few weeks. They helicopeterd in, a few deer about, but as above, he didnt get one.

[rhino]

sorry to hear about mishaps, oldsoak
hope to see the pics soon

[oldsoak]

right - got some piccys to load up - had to resize these to 640x480

- this is a bit of the coastline of the top of NZ and the little jetty where we got aboard to go to d'urville island - the last is the early morning view from the island out over the bay.

[Hollis]

right - got some piccys to load up - had to resize these to 640x480

- this is a bit of the coastline of the top of NZ and the little jetty where we got aboard to go to d'urville island


Very beautiful country, thanks.

[Hollis]

My son's second deer hunt, daughter's first:

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k226/Hollis6475/1AHunters.jpg

Creek:

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k226/Hollis6475/1ACreekB.jpg

over view of the area near where I live:

http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k226/Hollis6475/1APanB.jpg

[oldsoak]

This is a view of the island - lots of pig and deer hunting inland....we were camped behind the cabins in the first piccy.

[oldsoak]

@ hollis - good on 'em ! do any good ?

[oldsoak]

This is the hunt in the rainy river area - the house was built turn of the century and is largely uninhabited. The area has lots of pig, but I didnt get any. A mate got a little porker which barbequed nicely. The ruin was a bit poignant to me. Its a reminder that not everyone led a fairly tale life out there. That would have been a home and someones little bit of safety years back. Only ghosts there now. The last is my little pride and joy - 6.5x55 CG ex milsurp. 250 bucks NZ at Richmond Hunting and Fishing years ago. Scope is a burris 6x40 after my nikko stirling bit the dust.

[oldsoak]

The Cobb valley - this the reservoir where you can see how low the water is by the sand bank exposed. By the way - thats a long way down. Very long way. This is the hut where we stayed - it had maori bunking indoors, a real wood stove and that was the view from the left hand side of the hut.

[oldsoak]

View from the frone - second one is a frosty morning. The third gices an idea of how low the water was. That area would have been covered in water - the rocky outdrop was a good few hundred metres from where I was standing.

[IraGlacialis]

My son's second deer hunt, daughter's first:
Good that they are getting into it.
White or black tail? Get anything?

[Jarhead]

Cool shots Hollis.
Looks like you had a great day.

[T3ngu]

Nice pics hollis and oldsoak.

[rhino]

NZ looks like a beatiful country, thanks for pics H and oldsoak

[Jobu]

Great pics guys.

Red Rider ftw. (I know, but they do look similiar.)

[zonk]

http://img212.imageshack.us/img212/5318/1001669dk4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

my new shotgun

remington single shot 20 guage, unfortunately it will be over 15 months before I can shoot it, being the paperwork for me to get it on post to shoot it at the range takes time

[T3ngu]

my new shotgun

remington single shot 20 guage, unfortunately it will be over 15 months before I can shoot it, being the paperwork for me to get it on post to shoot it at the range takes time

Heres a stupid question. The 20 guage is really uncommon here, we primarily use 12 gauge, and sometimes 410. Are there advantages for 20 gauge over the 12?

Thanks

[zonk]

it doesn't leave as much of a bruise when shooting it, I primarily use a 20 guage when shooting snakes out of the lake bed or when they are crossing the lake

[T3ngu]

it doesn't leave as much of a bruise when shooting it, I primarily use a 20 guage when shooting snakes out of the lake bed or when they are crossing the lake

Ok, thanks Zonk.

[zonk]

i know that is of little help, but as far as i know it is isnt as powerful depending on the shells/shot you use and it isnt as powerful as the 12 guage. the barrel is of smaller diameter and the overall length of this gun is shorter than my 12 guage. anyhow I hope this helps a little more than my previous comment. if anyone can add to this i would appreciate it

[T3ngu]

i know that is of little help, but as far as i know it is isnt as powerful depending on the shells/shot you use and it isnt as powerful as the 12 guage. the barrel is of smaller diameter and the overall length of this gun is shorter than my 12 guage. anyhow I hope this helps a little more than my previous comment. if anyone can add to this i would appreciate it

its just a general interest question, so i now know way more than i did 10 minutes ago. I have a single barrel winchester in 12 gauge and a mossberg bolt action also in 12 gauge.

[BillySing]

Heres a stupid question. The 20 guage is really uncommon here, we primarily use 12 gauge, and sometimes 410. Are there advantages for 20 gauge over the 12?

Thanks

The 20 gauge is my personal favourite. I prefer the 20 gauge for it's whippy pointing characteristics and feathery weight. For me, my little Purdey tracks the target flawlessly. It's probably just a matter of perception, but I find it much easier to shoot with. The lighter recoil and less muzzle flip improves rapid shooting. The smaller shot payload is a disadvantage when shooting larger beasts, so the shotgunner must be more mindful of the range and what grade of choke has been applied.

For most, the cons outweigh the pros in choosing a 20 over a 12. A 20 gauge doesn't get as much lead downrange, nor with as much range or as much authority. The cost per cartridge is higher and to some there is a minor stigma attached to using what is usually referred to as a "Ladies Gun"

The missus also likes my 20 gauge......she's only a small lass and the gun isn't excessive enough in the weight or recoil department to give her hassles. :)

[Eat a bullet]

I've got some "new" gear and this across from my house.
http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/3277/dscf0186pa7.jpg
I can't wait to stop being lazy.

[oldsoak]

@billysing

- you got a purdey ?!
- just highly envious....

[BillySing]

@billysing

- you got a purdey ?!
- just highly envious....

http://img518.imageshack.us/img518/1723/purdeycarrycaseac3.th.jpg (http://img518.imageshack.us/my.php?image=purdeycarrycaseac3.jpg)

;)

[signatory]

http://i31.tinypic.com/168sqbd.jpg

*yawns* doing a couple of early mornings in the archipelago... no sun yet...

What's the earliest you all have gone up to go fish or hunt ?

[Holstein]

http://i31.tinypic.com/168sqbd.jpg

*yawns* doing a couple of early mornings in the archipelago... no sun yet...

What's the earliest you all have gone up to go fish or hunt ?

Well more than one time i just didnt go to sleep cause i knew i would be to lazy to get up, but usually its around 0330--0400, if i gonna do some mornin fishing.

[T3ngu]

http://i31.tinypic.com/168sqbd.jpg

*yawns* doing a couple of early mornings in the archipelago... no sun yet...

What's the earliest you all have gone up to go fish or hunt ?

Fishing, fish with the tides, go out at say 9pm get in at 4 or so am.

Hunting, anytime, depending on if we are spotlighting or walking.

[rhino]

an oldie. but nice vid

http://www.youtube.com/v/LZnsL7-UdGc&feature=related

[OMON]

just wondering, can you eat lungfish?

[oldsoak]

African or Australian ? - there are several species.

[OMON]

African or Australian ? - there are several species.

both fishes

[JC0352]

Have any of you tried those judo tips on arrows to shoot at small game? I was wondering if they fly well (accuracy) and any other comments you might have on them.

[T3ngu]

just wondering, can you eat lungfish?

In the past they would have been eaten, but they are fully protected. Better fish around to eat in the same rivers IMO. And this group breed and sell them. http://www.ceratodus.com/. Although one forum said they wanted $10k for one, they are really kidding themselves.

Although one aboriginal group may not have eaten it


However, another important reason to protect it, is that it is a sacred (totemic) fish of the Gubbi Gubbi people. We never killed or ate the fish, and saw it as important to protect it. We call it “Dala” and for reasons associated with its important place in our culture, we were often referred to by other Aboriginal groups, as “the Dala” people. Our traditional land encompasses the Mary River basin and its catchments.

[Backwoodshunter]

Lets see if this works. The pictures I can find of hunting wild boar down in Florida, on Brahma Island on Lake Kissimmee. It was a privately owned island/ranch owned by a big cattle family.

http://img55.imageshack.us/my.php?image=scan0008qz2.jpg
http://img55.imageshack.us/my.php?image=scan0006ah3.jpg
http://img55.imageshack.us/my.php?image=scan0005ue4.jpg
The island was broken up, either open grass and marshland, or dense woods and fronds.
http://img55.imageshack.us/my.php?image=scan0004th2.jpg
The bunk house we stayed in.
http://img55.imageshack.us/my.php?image=scan0003js1.jpg
Me entering the brush, shotgun in hand.
http://img55.imageshack.us/my.php?image=scan0002al1.jpg
A young dog on one of the hogs I shot.
http://img55.imageshack.us/my.php?image=scan0001vl1.jpg
Our guide in front of some wetlands.

I've got more, I just am trying to find them and decided to post these.

[T3ngu]

Was trying to embed them but failed.

Yes, i was trying to embed your photos but they don't seem to want to work. http://img55.imageshack.us/my.php?image=scan0008qz2.jpg http://img55.imageshack.us/my.php?image=scan0008qz2.jpg (http://img55.imageshack.us/my.php?image=scan0008qz2.jpg)

[Backwoodshunter]

Yea my first attempt at uploading and posting photos

Does clicking on the links work?

[Backwoodshunter]

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[Backwoodshunter]

Alright I think I got it.

[Henry's Fork]

LOL nice try guys.
Great pics. Nice hawg. Dog looks like oh snap how did that get there.

[T3ngu]

Alright I think I got it.

Nope, but nice pictures.

[Backwoodshunter]

****, ah well next round of pics will hopefully be more successful. Anyways, a real sweet time, southern home cooking, great guide, private island. Had to boat or ferry out, then we 4x4ed around in a jeep. Accompanied by the dog there, troop, a young pup wetting his teeth. They also had axis and sika deer, which chased off all the white tail due to they're aggressiveness. I guess they even had some form of buffalo importated to the island for hunting, but they stopped that before me and my dad went there.

[rhino]

couple of years ago at the moose camp, I ended with few grouse, good eating
http://img372.imageshack.us/img372/600/grousefv4.jpg

[Laconian]

I went out Sunday in the kayak. Had a good day on the water: a bunch of short sea trout, a coulple of short bluefish, small flounder and these keeper seatrout (Sunday's dinner).

http://img501.imageshack.us/img501/4940/prowlerpv3.th.jpg (http://img501.imageshack.us/my.php?image=prowlerpv3.jpg)

http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/3421/trout062208fj9.th.jpg (http://img209.imageshack.us/my.php?image=trout062208fj9.jpg)