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Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Duck Hunting Secrets

If only duck hunting were as simple as going out to a local slough and calling "here ducky, ducky, ducky"! Unfortunately, there is much more involved than that when it comes to bring our feathered friends close to our shotgun barrels. This article is meant to steer through the many options out there for being successful at duck hunting. In an attempt to separate the wheat from the chaff, here are the secrets that will ensure a duck hunting success next time you are in the blind.

Scouting

Due to the time consuming nature of scouting it is often the thing that gets put aside first, but given the way that the environment a duck lives in is ever changing it really is a necessity. Simply put, a duck needs three things to survive and prosper: food, shelter and a place to rest. If you find a spot that has all three of these you are in for some great shooting! Often it is a bit harder than that, but the key is to remember that we must always keep these three things in mind while scouting. Due to the fact that hunting inherently removes a place from being a great resting spot for ducks (would you consider a place that you get shot at a restful place?), focusing on food source for ducks is the key here. Find duck butts and coot and you will find ducks is an age old adage that is spot on.

Concealment

Once you have found that perfect out of the way spot that is loaded with duck food the key becomes hiding near it so as to get high quality shots. As an duck hunter can attest, ducks have keen eye sight that can bust a hunter in a split second if not properly hidden. Remember to always attempt to use the natural surrounding vegetation in your duck blind as this is the best way to appear a natural part of the landscape. If you can't completely hide yourself, remember that movement is often the key thing that ducks notice on the wing. Another great tip to conceal yourself is to use whatever shadows are provided by the surrounding habitat. There are nature's great camouflage and work great to keep the prying eyes of overhead ducks at bay.

Using these two duck hunting secrets is guaranteed to put more ducks in your bag next time you are out. It may take a bit more effort, but that effort is what separates the great duck hunters from the hunters that simply shoot ducks here and there. If you can perfect your scouting and concealment techniques you will become the envy of your fellow hunters and that will translate into more success in the field.

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Turkey Season - 5 Handy Tips For Fall Turkey Hunting!

Hunting turkey in the fall can be one of the most rewarding times to hunt. With cooler temperatures to make walking comfortable, and a beautiful pallet of browns, golds, and yellows, fall is often a hunter's favorite time of year to spend some time outside. Many hunters like to try to bring home a fresh gobbler for the holiday season, but for the sake of safety, the best judgment needs to be maintained. There are some special safety tips specific to hunting turkey in the fall that every hunter should follow. A hunter must be sure that what is heard and seen is also identified. Many hunters have mastered the turkey call, so a hunter needs to be positive that what he's seeing is really gobbler. Some other tips to keep in mind:

- Dress the Part. Fall turkey hunting requires a slightly different pallet of camouflage colors than what spring season requires. Mimic your surroundings; look for camouflage in browns, yellows and golds. Be sure to avoid white, red, and blue though, as those are the colors associated with turkey. Being safe in the woods also includes protecting yourself from other careless hunters.

- Camouflage Everything. Many hunters often forget that everything they have on their person needs to be camouflaged. Not just clothing, but weapons too. Also try to think outside the box; even a bright flash of sock or undergarment can be bad news when an watchful bird sees it.

- Scatter with Caution. If you're lucky enough to get close enough to a flock of turkeys, be sure to take great care when scattering them. Never run with a loaded gun.

- Identify Yourself. While it's difficult to give up a great hunting location, if another hunter comes into your site, you need to let him know you're there. Don't under any circumstances wave your arms or make inaudible noises, a loud and distinct call is necessary.

- Watch the Decoys. Decoys can be a hunter's best aid when turkey hunting, but take care in their placement. Ensure that there are no other hunters in the line of fire and be sure you're not lined up with his decoys.

Fall turkey hunting can certainly be one of the best times to spend time in the woods, and the desire to bring home a gobbler for dinner is strong, but be sure to follow proper hunting safety to ensure a satisfying hunt.

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Craigslist - Search Multiple Cities

Have you ever tried to search Craigslist through multiple cities? There is a small little search tool on the left of Craigslist's home page that looks quite promising. But when you try to search for anything through that box, you are going to be rather disappointed because it allows only for a very basic search. There is no way you can search across more than one category at a time and there is definitely no provision for a multi city search.

So what happens when you want to look for an item in ten different states? Craigslist cannot help you there. You are going to have to go through the classifieds of each of these states yourself by clicking on and viewing each and every post. That doesn't sound like too much fun now does it? Not to mention the amount of time it is going to take for you to do that.

Fortunately for us, there are a lot of software engineers hard at work somewhere around the globe and many of them have been considerate enough to come up with contraptions for searching the entire Craigslist website for postings at once. Searching multiple cities, which could have become quite a trying task, has actually been made simpler by these software guys. They have designed several tools that are available freely online for hardcore Craigslist fans. Thanks to them, all we really have to do is get one of these tools, set them up, customize them and then put them to work. Doing a multi city search on Craigslist has never before been possible!

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Duck Hunting

Duck hunting is the practice of hunting ducks for food and sport. commercial hunting is mostly prohibited, and duck hunting is primarily an outdoor sporting activity.

Many types of ducks and geese share the same habitats and are hunted using the same methods. It is not uncommon to take several different species of waterfowl in the same outing.

Wild ducks have been hunted for food, down, and feathers worldwide since prehistoric times. Ducks, geese, and swans appear in European cave paintings from the last Ice Age, and murals in Ancient Egyptian tombs show men in hunting blinds capturing swimming ducks in a trap.

By the turn of the century, commercial hunting and loss of habitat lead to a decline in duck and goose populations in North America. The Lacey Act of 1900, which outlawed transport of poached game across state lines, and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918, which prohibited the possession of migratory birds without permission (such as a hunting license), marked the dawn of the modern conservation movement.

In 1934 the US government passed the Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp Act, better known as the Federal Duck Stamp Act. This program required hunters to purchase a special stamp, in addition to a regular hunting license. Revenues from the program provided the majority of funding for duck conservation for many decades and funded the purchase of 4.5 million acres of National Wildlife Refuge land for waterfowl habitat since the program's inception.

Duck hunting season is generally in the winter and fall. At this time of the year, the birds have finished raising their young and are migrating to warmer areas. There are three elements used by almost all duck hunters: a shotgun, a hunting blind, and decoys. The decoys are used to lure the birds within range, and the blind conceals the hunter. Once the birds are within range, the hunters stand up in the blind and shoot the birds before they are frightened off.

The most commonly used guns are 12 gauge shotguns. In many areas, buckshot and larger shot is illegal to use for taking migratory birds. Ten, 16, and 20 gauge shotguns are also used. Taking birds with a rifle is illegal due to the inherent danger of shooting long-range bullets into the air.

Duck hunting with lead shot, along with the use of lead sinkers in angling, has been identified as a major cause of lead poisoning in waterfowl, which often feed off the bottom of lakes and wetlands where lead shot collects. In the United States all shot used for ducks must not contain any lead. Steel is the cheapest alternative to lead but steel has a much less effective range than lead because of its lower density. 30 to 40 yards is considered the maximum effective range for duck hunting.

Although steel is the most used shot, many hunters do not like its shooting properties. Steel is less dense than lead, therefore, its effective range is decreased due to a faster decrease in velocity. Many companies have improved steel shot by increasing muzzle-velocity and making more consistent 'shot' or pellets. Within recent years, several companies have created 'heavier than lead' non-toxic shot out of Tungsten, Bismuth or other elements with a density similar or greater to lead. These shells have more consistent patterns and greater range than steel shot.

Originally, a duck call was a very simple woodwind instrument. It had a barrel, a sounding board and a reed. Hunters would grunt into the call while saying "hut", "quit" or "ut". With the improvement of calls and calling techniques the best callers are able to use no voice. The most prevalent and hunted duck in the United States, the mallard, makes the well known "quack" sound many associate with ducks. Other species make many different sounds, ranging from high-pitched whistles to very low, grunt-like quacks. There are calls for almost all species of ducks. Pintails, teal, wood ducks, diving ducks and other ducks including the calls of both the male, or drake and the female, or hen.

In many species, the call of the drake is different from that of the hen. Mallard drakes make a lower pitch, longer quack than the hen mallard. This call is often used while feeding and when a mallard drake is landing. The quack of a mallard drake requires voice and is replicated by humming into a special whistle-like call. This whistle is often called a 6-in-1 whistle, due to the fact that it can replicate six different duck species sounds.

In teal, the drakes make a call of short bursts of a high pitch whistle. The "teet! (pause) teet! (pause) teet!-teet!" or any other order of repetition. This call can be made by blowing short bursts of air into the "6-in-1" whistle.

The majority of duck sounds people have heard and are familiar with comes from females, or hen, mallards. Hen mallards are very vocal and this is probably why the number one call for duck hunting in North America is a hen mallard call.

There are numerous types of structures that qualify as duck blinds. Blinds can be temporary or permanent. They are very effective at concealing hunters and making their movements un-noticed. For hunting over water, the types of blinds are almost unlimited. Many of these permanent blinds look like a small shack with an opening that faces the water and a portion of the sky.

Often creating a temporary, natural blind as a method of concealment is a hunter's best bet. This is done by using native grasses or vegetation and natural material and simply hiding in a tree, clump of grass or a shrub. More sophisticated natural blinds may have large logs or branches leaned together or tied together using rope. Temporary blinds are common in protected and public areas where a permanent blind is not allowed. Temporary blinds can be very simple and usually require a three dimensional enclosure to conceal hunters from circling flocks.

With the growing popularity of boats in duck hunting, many have chosen to use boat blinds. Boat blinds are used to conceal a hunter when hunting out of a boat.

Duck season takes place in the fall and winter where the weather can be harsh. Waterproof clothing is critical to duck hunting. Most duck hunters hunt over water, and they stand in water or in a boat. In order to stand in the water and stay dry the hunter must wear waders. Waders are waterproof pants that have attached boots and are completely waterproof. Typical waders are chest high, but waist high and knee high waders are sometimes used in shallow water. Duck hunting can be a very cold sport and the hunter must be well insulated from the cold. Ducks also have great vision which requires the hunters clothing to be well camouflaged.

Duck hunters often use a dog to retrieve downed birds. Most often hunters use retrievers, and sometimes spaniels. The use of a dog provides a number of advantages. As duck hunting often takes place in cold wet locations, the use of a dog frees the hunter from having to wade into cold water to retrieve the bird. This can be dangerous for the hunter, but is managed by a trained dog easily. It also allows for the recovery of wounded birds that might otherwise escape.

Duck hunting is highly regulated. Hunters are required to obtain a hunting license and face limits on the number of birds that can be taken in a day (bag limits) and the total number of birds a hunter can possess (possession limits).

In the United States, hunters must also purchase a federal duck stamp and often a state stamp. It is illegal to shoot ducks from a motor vehicle, a moving boat, or to shoot sitting or swimming ducks. Many practices that were once common in commercial duck hunting before the turn of the century are now prohibited. In most areas, shotguns that can hold more than two or three shells must be modified to reduce their magazine size. Legal hunting is done "in-season" only. It is also considered good sportsmanship to make every attempt to retrieve dead or injured waterfowl the hunter has shot.

Many states require hunters, including duck hunters, to complete hunter safety courses before they can obtain a license.

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Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Turkey Season - 5 Handy Tips For Fall Turkey Hunting!

- Scatter with Caution. If you're lucky enough to get close enough to a flock of turkeys, be sure to take great care when scattering them. Never run with a loaded gun.

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The Daylight (Playing For Change) video is part of the Playing For Change music project series which brings together musicians from around the world. All profits go to their non profit foundation which builds music schools for children around the world. All PFC performers where recorded and filmed live outside and this musical journey takes us from the streets to the stage to the hearts of the people. Playing For Change is a movement uniting people everywhere through music. Music video by Maroon 5 performing Daylight Play for Change. (C) 2012 A&M/Octone Records

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The Best Pillow in the World - Where Can I Find the World's Most Luxurious Pillow?

Restful sleep is so important to help you enjoy life to the full. One of the most critical, and sometimes overlooked, parts of getting the sleep you need is choosing a good quality pillow. There's so much choice on the market today of fibre filled pillows, foam filled pillows and natural feather and down filled pillows that you could lose sleep trying to decide what to buy!

My family has been supplying pillows for over 100 years and still believe that despite all the new synthetic fillings available, for softness and comfort natural, breathable pure white goose down is still the best filling available.

Last year, we decided to commission a luxury white goose down pillow made to their own exacting specification. To do this a huge amount of time was spent finding the finest cotton cambric woven to make the outer case, sourcing the very best white goose down available and finding a manufacturer that could be trusted to put together all these elements.

We are proud to say that this pillow is, in our opinion "the most luxurious pillow in the world", a statement that has been verified by the many satisfied customers who have taken the trouble to call and tell us just how wonderful it actually is.

Soft and plump, this luxury pure white goose down pillow has just the right amount of filling to give support while retaining its wonderful softness. After sleeping on this exquisite pillow we are absolutely confident you'll agree it's the most comfortable pillow you've ever slept on.

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The Daylight (Playing For Change) video is part of the Playing For Change music project series which brings together musicians from around the world. All profits go to their non profit foundation which builds music schools for children around the world. All PFC performers where recorded and filmed live outside and this musical journey takes us from the streets to the stage to the hearts of the people. Playing For Change is a movement uniting people everywhere through music. Music video by Maroon 5 performing Daylight Play for Change. (C) 2012 A&M/Octone Records

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The Daylight (Playing For Change) video is part of the Playing For Change music project series which brings together musicians from around the world. All profits go to their non profit foundation which builds music schools for children around the world. All PFC performers where recorded and filmed live outside and this musical journey takes us from the streets to the stage to the hearts of the people. Playing For Change is a movement uniting people everywhere through music. Music video by Maroon 5 performing Daylight Play for Change. (C) 2012 A&M/Octone Records

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Turkey Season - 5 Handy Tips For Fall Turkey Hunting!

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Thursday, November 1, 2012

Hunting Catalogs - No Matter What Hunting Item You Want, the Right Catalog Will Have It

Hunting catalogs can be a excellent way to fill your hunting needs. Regardless of whether you need guns, hunting rifle scopes, bullets, etc, you can find them in these catalogs.

Hunting Catalogs - No Matter What Hunting Item You Want, the Right Catalog Will Have It

Of course, nowadays you can find them on the internet in addition the physical mailings, so it's much easier to get what you want quickly. Also, they are completely free of charge, which often times isn't the case with catalogs, because you usually have to pay at least shipping with these.

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However, remember that while hunting catalogs are a starting point to find the equipment you need, be sure not to just accept the manufactures claims at face value. Be sure to do some research online and make sure the equipment is top quality.

Hunting Catalogs - No Matter What Hunting Item You Want, the Right Catalog Will Have It

Hunting Catalogs - No Matter What Hunting Item You Want, the Right Catalog Will Have It

Don't just go with the cheapest in order to save money, because you might end up spending more in the long run if you buy a low quality item, because you will end up replacing it immediately after.

First, run through the catalog and find the times in it that will match your allowed spending amount, and once you do confine your searches to these, now just read reviews of those items on the internet, and you will quickly and easily find the best one with this.

Also, if you have trouble finding reviews for your particular model, I'd recommend you visit hunting forums, where there are going to be plenty of hunters online who can help you. try and find well trafficked forums where you question can get answered within minutes, and you don't have to wait days on end.

This really isn't difficult. I'd recommend you make your purchases using hunting catalogs as opposed to the local store, just because you can generally save quite a bit of money from the typical retail markup you'd otherwise be paying.

What kind of items are most prevalent in online hunting catalogs? While the typical equipment is all there, which I laid out, probably the thing you will have the easiest time finding is hunting clothing, such as clothes that blend in with the surrounds, footwear, and basically anything you need to wear while hunting for any weather you might encounter. No matter what you want, you can find it with online hunting catalogs.

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Sunday, May 27, 2012

10 Goose Hunting Tips and Secrets

Whether you've been goose hunting for years or just getting started there's times when just a single tip can help a hunter harvest a few limits of geese. Here are ten goose hunting tips that I hope will do just that for you this hunting season.

10 Goose Hunting Tips and Secrets

10 Goose Hunting Tips and Secrets

10 Goose Hunting Tips and Secrets

Flagging: There are two ways to call geese, by sound and visually. Since geese can see a black flag further than they can hear a goose call being blown flagging geese can be very effective. While flagging distant geese can be a very effective calling technique, a smaller flag can also be effective when the geese are much closer.

Goose Calling: If hunting where the geese want to be, you're totally hidden, and have a decent> goose decoy spread, goose call may not even be needed. But there are times when the geese will need some extra coaxing. I have found that simple natural goose sounds such as clucks and moans are very effective. Until you can produce realistic goose sounds with your goose call I would recomMend leaving it at home.

Flight Patterns: Here's are goose hunting tip that's helped me keep on hunting for the day instead of going home with my tail between my legs in. By identifying the flight patterns of geese you will be able to give your self options if another group of hunters has gained permission to hunt a field you planned on hunting. Hunting a field that's simply in their flight path is often referred to as huntingtraffic. In this situation you will want to bulk up decoy spread as much as possible.

Scouting: Nothing is more important for successful goose hunting than scouting. A couple of weeks before season starts you will want to start this process. Instead of just driving around the country side looking for feeding or loafing area I would recomMend starting at their roosting area and then following the geese to their feeding and loafing areas. Let the geese do the work for you. Once you have established their patterns it will be quite obvious where to hunt.

ConcealMent: With location being the most important eleMent for successful goose hunting, concealment is a very close second. While laydown blinds are very popular for goose hunting, I would recommend using natural cover such as a fence line or standing rows of corn whenever possible. If hunting flat areas such as hay field or groundbait keeping a low profile is very important and most often simply covering your self with a sheet of Fastgrass is a better option than a laydown blinds.

Wind Direction: Identifying the predicted wind direction the night before you head out goose hunting is very important, as well as when your setting out your decoy spread the next morning. First, some locations are just not a good choice to hunt when the wind is blowing from certain directions. Secondly, geese will always land against the wind so identifying wind direction is very important when setting out your goose decoys spreads andblinds.

Goose Decoys: While full body goose decoys are probably the best decoy in my opinion it's not always possible to use them. Not all farmers will allow you to drive into their fields. This is when shell decoys and silhouettes are a good option as they are much lighter and easier to carry in numbers on your back. Full body decoys are also much more expensive so depending upon how much money you have to spend you may want to consider shell decoys with motion stakes and get the best of both worlds.

Networking: Since goose hunting is almost done in fields your going to spend a lot of your time scouting. Be sure to take the time to talk with farmers in the area and ask them if they have seen geese in their fields, or just flying by.Talking with other hunters such as deer hunter, pheasant hunters and trappers can reveal, very useful information and tips at times.

Don't Forget To Cover Your Face And Hands: This may seem like a lame goose hunting tip to some hunters but concealment is just to important not to emphasize this subject. Every goose hunter wears camouflage Clothing and most even to laydown blind, but so many hunters just don't take the extra time to cover their faces and hands. My personal preference is a camo head net and face paint on my hands as gloves tend to dampen the sound of a goose call.

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Thursday, December 22, 2011

Duck Hunting For Beginners

So you want to become part of the time-honored tradition of duck hunting? If you're seeking to join the ranks of camouflage-clad sportsMen who awake in the middle of the night to go hide in waterside reeds waiting for the perfect shot, you're going to need to learn a few things first. Remember, not everybody has what it takes to be a duck hunter.

First, do some research. Use all the tools at your fingertips. Look around on the Internet and read some magazines. Ultimately, you need to determine if duck hunting is something you really want to embrace. If the answer is yes, your next step is to get yourself educated. You don't want to go out into the field with your shiny new shotgun, disrupting others sport and basically being a nuisance. You're going to need to find a Mentor.

A Mentor can be the person that first got you interested in duck hunting, someone you meet through connections online, or a fellow hunter from a local hunters association. Your mentor needs to be someone who knows all the ins and outs of duck hunting. This person can show you around, point out some good hunting locations, give you tips, and hopefully take you on hunting trips. In the end, your mentor will be the one to point you in the right direction when it comes to getting started in the field.

After you acquire your basic knowledge of duck hunting, you're going to need the proper equipment. Everyone will have their own ideas about what works best for them, of course, but to get started it is best that you listen to those in the know. Don't rely on the clerk at your local sporting goods store; they will more than likely just try to sell you the highest priced equipment possible. Once again, your mentor or other duck hunters would be the best voices to listen to. Consider their recommendations and do some shopping around. After deciding what works best for you, the only way to truly learn is to try it. Your first hunting trip will no doubt involve you finding out what equipment you like and what you don't.

As you take those first baby steps into duck hunting, you're going to find out quickly what methods you prefer when it comes to bagging ducks. Some hunters rely heavily on duck calls, and swear by them. There are many different types of duck calls. Some are purchased at stores or through catalogs, some are carved by hand, and others are created by the hunters themselves-with only their vocal chords. Although it will ultimately be up to you to figure out what works best for you, the safest bet is to first start with a duck call purchased at a store or through a catalog. As always, consult with your mentor before making a purchase.

Another popular tool of the duck hunting trade is the duck decoy. Decoys are floating, plastic ducks painted to strongly resemble various species. Ducks, like all other birds, have very keen eyesight and are not easily fooled. It is for this reason that if you are going to use decoys, they need to be very accurate in their detail and need to be placed correctly. As a prey species, ducks will shy away from anything that makes them feel uncomfortable. Before making any decisions about decoys, talk to your mentor. You want to make sure you get the correct species and the most accurate-looking decoys you can. Your mentor can also advise you about placement and how to correctly use your decoys.

All in all, those looking to get into duck hunting are in for a wild ride. Most of us take hunting for granted. After all, how hard can it be to kill a stupid bird? It's not so easy, as you will find. With a little patience and education, though, you'll be a master duck hunter in no time. I wish you the best of luck on many duck hunting adventures to come!

Sunday, December 4, 2011

Goose Hunting on a Budget

Lets face it the change in the economy really affects our hobbies as well. For the majority of the hunters out there, waterfowl hunting is both a passion and a hobby. However, as well all know it can be a very expensive hobby. By the time you purchase your gun, decoys, calls, Clothing, and license it can easily cost ,500 just to start in the sport. That is money that many of us simply do not have right now with the uncertainty in the economy. So how can a goose hunter be successful without breaking the bank?

This article highlights several ways a goose hunter can enjoy their sport without killing the pocketbook.
Use a guide service. You may be asking yourself, what is this guy talking about? Well if you think about it, if you only go hunting 1-2 times a year using a guide service may be an economical way to hunt. You will not have to purchase all of those decoys, calls and land rights. The guides will set up the field and have a better chance of putting you in front of birds. You will have more fun, more success and likely enjoy the sport even more. Use 1 dozen decoys only! The general rule of thumb goose hunting is to load up the field with 100's of decoys and lure large numbers of birds in to feed and get several opportunities at flock shooting. However, using 1 dozen decoys and setting up near a large spread another hunter set up can be a deadly way to bag more birds. Geese are territorial and if they see a few geese feeding next to a large flock they simply may see this as easier Food opportunities. One dozen decoys can range from - for shell decoys up to 0 for a nice set of full bodied decoys. Buying used will also save a lot of cash. Use a cheap goose call. I would prefer to hunt with a hunter that can make one good honk on a cheap call than one that cannot call worth a lick on a 0 call. Every goose call is capable of making a good honk sound. Most of the time that is all you need. Buck Gardner, WCG and others have a whole line of calls priced around for purchase. Scout better! Some of my best goose hunting has been lying down in the ditch of the refuge waiting for the geese to fly by in the morning to go feed. I only hunt the spot when the geese are in migration, which is only a short period each year. When they are in this mode there is one spot that is head and shoulders above the rest . I do not use any decoys, calls or anything else except a warm camo jacket when I hunt this spot. For about 2 weeks I have a ton of success without much effort. Show up in the morning or evening and get ready to shoot! However, had I not done my homework scouting none of this would ever have been possible. Share the costs. Find a good friend that shares your passion as well. Off load some of the costs by buying some items separately. Or if you are not going to purchase the items, offer your friend a few bucks to use them or go hunting with them and pay for the gas. It makes the hunt more enjoyable and lowers the cost.

Last thing I would suggest is start planning now how much it is going to take for your hunting season coming up. Do a couple of odd Jobs over the course of the year and set it aside for the hunting season. This will help make sure you can keep hunting and enjoy your hobby.

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Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Duck Hunting Secrets

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Duck Hunting Secrets

Meteorite crash in Russia: Video of meteor explosion that stirred panic in Urals region

Meteorite crash in Russia: Video of meteor explosion that stirred panic in Urals region

Turkey Season - 5 Handy Tips For Fall Turkey Hunting!

Turkey Season - 5 Handy Tips For Fall Turkey Hunting!

Meteorite crash in Russia: Video of meteor explosion that stirred panic in Urals region

Meteorite crash in Russia: Video of meteor explosion that stirred panic in Urals region

Craigslist - Search Multiple Cities

Craigslist - Search Multiple Cities

Meteorite crash in Russia: Video of meteor explosion that stirred panic in Urals region

Meteorite crash in Russia: Video of meteor explosion that stirred panic in Urals region

Duck Hunting

Duck Hunting

Meteorite crash in Russia: Video of meteor explosion that stirred panic in Urals region

Meteorite crash in Russia: Video of meteor explosion that stirred panic in Urals region

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Turkey Season - 5 Handy Tips For Fall Turkey Hunting!

Turkey Season - 5 Handy Tips For Fall Turkey Hunting!

Turkey Season - 5 Handy Tips For Fall Turkey Hunting!

Maroon 5 - Daylight (Playing for Change)

Maroon 5 - Daylight (Playing for Change)

Maroon 5 - Daylight (Playing for Change)

The Best Pillow in the World - Where Can I Find the World's Most Luxurious Pillow?

The Best Pillow in the World - Where Can I Find the World's Most Luxurious Pillow?

Maroon 5 - Daylight (Playing for Change)

Maroon 5 - Daylight (Playing for Change)

Maroon 5 - Daylight (Playing for Change)

The Best Pillow in the World - Where Can I Find the World's Most Luxurious Pillow?

Turkey Season - 5 Handy Tips For Fall Turkey Hunting!

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Hunting Catalogs - No Matter What Hunting Item You Want, the Right Catalog Will Have It

Hunting Catalogs - No Matter What Hunting Item You Want, the Right Catalog Will Have It

Hunting Catalogs - No Matter What Hunting Item You Want, the Right Catalog Will Have It

Hunting Catalogs - No Matter What Hunting Item You Want, the Right Catalog Will Have It

Hunting Catalogs - No Matter What Hunting Item You Want, the Right Catalog Will Have It

Sunday, May 27, 2012

10 Goose Hunting Tips and Secrets

10 Goose Hunting Tips and Secrets

10 Goose Hunting Tips and Secrets

10 Goose Hunting Tips and Secrets

Thursday, December 22, 2011

Duck Hunting For Beginners

Duck Hunting For Beginners

Sunday, December 4, 2011

Goose Hunting on a Budget

Goose Hunting on a Budget