January 30th, 2012 — Hunting
Continued from part 1…
The more that you know and understand about the preferences and the behavior characteristics of the animal that you are hunting, the easier it is going to be for you to choose the proper hunting spot. The ideal hunting spot is going to be one that will give you a good solid chance of actually leaving with something that you shot and caught.
- Another thing that you are really going to want to keep in mind when it comes to choosing an ideal hunting spot when you go out into the woods, is your own preferences. If you are currently out of shape, or if there are any specific physical challenges that you are contending with, then you really should not even consider choosing a spot that is going to be difficult for you to access. If you really only have a limited amount of time with which to do your hunting, then you are probably going to want to choose a hunting location that is closer to your home, so that you will be able to spend more of your time doing actual hunting and less of your time just trying to get to your designated hunting spot.
The chosen method of hunting that you are interested in, such as shotgun hunting, rifle hunting or bow hunting is also something that you are going to want to consider. If you are interested in hunting out of a tree stand, then you are probably going to want to seek out a hunting spot that is going to offer you plenty of trees with which to work with. If you prefer a ground blind on the other hand, then you are probably going to want to look for a spot that is clearer when it comes to vegetation.
When it comes to selecting your own personal hunting spot, you are absolutely going to want to make sure that you are making use out of all of the information that is available to you. For example, topographic maps and mapping utilities like Google Earth can help you scout out terrain before you ever even set foot on it. Fellow hunters that have hunted the area before can also be an outstanding source of information for you. You should also try to talk to local guides and members of local hunting clubs in order to get more information about the area that you plan on hunting. There is plenty of information out there that can be shared with you if you are willing to go out there and ask and learn.
Animals can be relatively unpredictable, this is something that we are all well aware of. Still, finding the right hunting spot is capable of playing a large role in the success or the failure of your hunt. If you take the time to select the spot you’ll use to hunt with care, then you will be increasing your chance to have a successful season exponentially.
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Originally posted 2009-10-05 03:11:50. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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January 12th, 2012 — Crossbows, Hunting, Pre Season
When the air begins to get crisp, when the leaves begin to change, that is when you know the season for bow hunting is on us again. Bow season is coming, and it is not far off now. By this time, you should hopefully already have a game plan figured out regarding what your bow hunting season is going to entail. It is generally a good idea for you to have a bow checklist that will help to prepare you ahead of time for the season. Preparing your bow for the upcoming season is not going to be a unique task, because bow hunters tend to be creatures of habit after all. Check out this bow checklist to see what you should do in order to prepare yourself, and your gear, for the upcoming season.
Bow Maintenance
There is nothing wrong with spending time shooting your bow even during the offseason. On the bright side, when you shoot your bow during the off season it will make it easier for you to keep up with regular maintenance for your bow, such as making sure that the strings are waxed, making sure that the strings are in good condition, making sure that there are no frays on the strings, making sure the limbs have no stress cracks, making sure that the noise dampeners and the vibration dampeners are in good condition, making sure the cams are all in tune and so on.
Bow Practice
It is important that you ensure that you get plenty of practicing time with your bow before you climb in the stand, and this is especially important if you are using new arrows, new sights or new broad heads that you are not used to. This is one of the most important steps in the prep for your bow before the season. There is nothing worse than stretching out the string for a one-in-a-lifetime kind of trophy only to see your arrow cruise beneath him because you didn’t zero in before the season opener. After all, if you’re spending a lot of money on your bow hunting gear, then why not make sure that you are justifying the investment by getting your practice in long before the real shots come into play.
It is important that you take the time to become re-familiarized with your pins and the yardage that you have them set for. If your pins are in need of adjustment, then make sure that you get all of the zeroing in and the adjusting before hand. Make sure that you are taking the time to get yourself acquainted with your bow all over again in order to achieve the best possible results. The preparation that you make pre season can be all the difference when it comes to catching that trophy buck you have always been waiting for, or going home empty handed.
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Originally posted 2009-09-17 03:18:21. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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December 5th, 2011 — Bowhunting, Hunting, Whitetail deer
For many hunters, bowhunting white tailed deer is the best hunting experience. Getting the right compound bow, the right gear and then finding the right spot from which to hunt is all part of the fun of going after the trophy deer. Don’t overlook the kinds of arrows you choose, however. The arrow has a lot to do with whether or not you simply wound a deer or you bring home a kill and get to enjoy venison for a while.
You’ll need to decide two very important things about the arrows you use for bowhunting whitetail deer. The weight of the arrows is important as is the stiffness of the arrow shaft. You want to keep in mind the pull weight on your bow and the power that it has too. If you use bow with a lot of power and you regularly shoot very light arrows, you can actually damage the mechanism of the bow. Because of the arrow is so light it can’t absorb as much of the shock when the bow releases it, that shock ends up on the pulleys of the bow and can actually damage them over time.
You’ll need to calculate your bow’s draw weight and figure out the best weight arrow from there. Arrows are measured in grains and so you’ll want to calculate six grains for each pound of pull on your bow. If you prefer hunting with lighter arrows you can go as low as five grains for each pound of pull on your bow. But going less than that is almost sure to damage your bow over time. To follow the guidelines, a 50-pound bow would need a 300-grain arrow, taking 50×6 grains.
The stiffness of the arrow shaft is important to keep your bow in top shape also. You have to judge the weight of your bow and the way you hold and release arrows. Finger released arrows have to follow different guidelines than mechanical release arrows. If you release arrows with your fingers you need a very flexible shaft because the arrow will want to bend and flex more as it leaves the string. Mechanical release bows can handle stiffer arrows because of the way they release them. When you’re bowhunting whitetail deer, you want to calculate this carefully and get the right weight and stiffness so that the arrow flies where you want it to with the power that you need.
To get the right arrows for bowhunting whitetail deer you’ll also need to consider the point weight you’ll be hunting with. This is more important if you use a finger released method rather than a mechanical release. Practice with the arrows and weights that you’ll be using to deer hunt at about 20 to 25 yards from your target to get a feel for how the arrow leaves the bow and travels at that distance. For bowhunting whitetail deer, stick with medium weight or heavy weight arrows because of the way they move through the air and make less noise in doing so.
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Originally posted 2010-04-04 03:24:16. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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November 30th, 2011 — Hunting, Rules Laws and Regulations
The hunting laws in your area are necessary reading before you go on a hunt. While some people think it’s fun or a bit of a joke to hunt and fish without licenses or permits and basically do what they want, hunting laws should be taken seriously. They’re very often put in place for the safety and protection of hunters as well as other people. That shouldn’t be taken lightly. They should be respected to make sure that you stay as safe as possible and pedestrians stay safe, and to make hunting season enjoyable and worry free for everyone.
There also may be hunting laws put in place to protect the animals from being over-hunted or abused. By and large, hunters respect the animals that they’re hunting. They’re an important food source for many families and they provide a lot of enjoyment for the hunter who enjoys the chase. Respecting the animals as well as people means following hunting laws.
One of the most important hunting laws to follow is not hunting out of season. If you hunt deer when deer season is already gone, you’re considered a poacher. Poachers aren’t very well-respected in the hunting community because they’re refusing to follow the same rules that govern everyone else. It can prove dangerous because people aren’t expecting to find anyone shooting at animals and may not be prepared. Many people who are going to be out during various hunting seasons will dress in reflective bright colors to avoid being mistaken for an animal. Poachers are putting them at risk by being out and shooting during the off-season. A poacher can also be fined and imprisoned for hunting off-season. Always be aware of the hunting laws and the dates in your area.
Also, be aware that each area can make its own laws and while some may not make sense to you, they still have to be followed. There are various laws that affect shotgun and rifle hunting and separate laws often that affect bow hunting. As an example of laws that are put in place to protect both people and animals, there’s a law in many areas about the smallest amount of draw a bow can have when used for hunting. In Texas for example, a compound bow used for hunting must have at least a 40 pound draw unless the hunter is using it to hunt squirrel.
Why does it matter if the bow has that minimum draw? Because the bow with less draw weight behind it is less likely to be able to kill an animal. It’s more likely to simply wound and animal and then animal may die of those wounds later after its bolted to where the hunter can’t find it. It can cause unnecessary suffering. And in some cases, a wounded animal that’s in pain may actually turn on the hunter. Animals are wild and unpredictable so using a compound bow that’s probably not going to be able to deliver a killing shot is simply irresponsible.
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Originally posted 2010-03-30 09:37:17. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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November 28th, 2011 — Elk, Hunting, Hunting Trips
Guided elk hunts are good for both beginners and experienced hunters. Whether you’ve been hunting for years but have never hunted elk or whether you’ve never hunted anything, a guided hunt can help you get familiar with the sport. And for those who’ve been hunting elk for years, a guided hunt can simply teach a few new tricks and offer a new twist on hunting. Those who typically go alone or with just one or two people might enjoy guided hunts for a change because of the companionship and camaraderie you feel with the other hunters.
For those who are new to elk hunting, elk are huge animals and they’re also very smart. That’s why many hunters prefer elk because they feel like they’re being challenged by tracking the animal. Many people prefer to bow hunt elk because it feels like a more natural way of hunting that harkens back to our ancestors. It’s also more challenging than hunting with a rifle or shotgun.
If you’re an experienced bow hunter then you understand what goes into choosing the right type of arrow and what goes into proper technique of shooting your bow. If you’re new to bow hunting, you need a bow with enough weight behind the arrow to bring down a large animal like an elk. But if you’re new to bow hunting you can’t start out with bow like that. You typically have to start with a lighter weight bow and work your way up. Don’t expect to hit the target at first when you’re practicing. And once you master a lightweight bow, moving up to the next weight will affect your aim as well.
Bow hunting on guided elk hunts is challenging to because you need to make sure your arrows are capable of bringing down an elk. They need to be heavy enough with a heavy enough point to puncture the hide of the animal. Guided elk hunts can help you because there are people that are experienced and can tell you where to hit the animal to bring it down.
The guide will also help you learn about where to find elk and how to find their food sources and water sources to be able to find them. Elk behave differently during different times of the day as well as different times in the season. A good guide can help you understand that and make it more likely that you bring down an animal.
Guided elk hunts are also good for someone who’s never hunted in a tree stand before because many people hunt elk from a tree just as they would hunt deer. Having a guide show you how to set up a tree stand and how to get in and out of it safely can really help you feel more at ease elk hunting. Then you’ll be prepared to elk hunt on your own without a guide or with just a few friends who may not be experienced elk hunters either.
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October 25th, 2011 — Hunting
Abomasum - This is the fourth chamber within the stomach of a deer. Along with the omasum, this is considered to be the true stomach of the deer. It helps to aid in digestion through the production of acids that break down food particles making it easier for nutrients to be absorbed by the animal.
Action - When it comes to firearms, this is the combination of the frame or the receiver and the breech bolt with other mechanism parts that contribute to the loading, the unloading and the firing of said firearm.
Adapt – This relates to animals that instinctively or biologically change in order to become more accustomed to the environment that they are in as needed.
AFC - This stands for Amateur Field Champion and is a designation that AKC dogs can earn during field trials.
Aggregation - This is the act of deer grouping together because of the low amount of food that is available for them.
Air - This is a word that describes allowing a hunting dog to empty his bladder and his bowels.
Amateur – An amateur is someone that trains hunting dogs as a hobby and fore pleasure rather than to earn any kind of income.
American Kennel Club - Also known as the AKC, this is a purebred registry for dogs that was established in the year 1884. There are currently 150 breeds that are considered to be AKC registration breeds.
Amish Training - This is the art of dog training without the assistance that is provided by using an E collar.
Anchor – In bow hunting, you are meant to draw the string to the same point every time, holding the string in that same location every time that you shoot. This position is known as the anchor, or anchoring the string of the bow.
Antler - This is a growth that forms on the top of the head of many animals. It begins at about 11 months of age in deer, and is formed completely out of bone. There are a number of reasons why animals have antlers including for dominance and the purpose of attracting a mate.
Archers Paradox – This describes the arrow’s movement as it flexes and bends upon release around a riser.
Armguard - This protects the arms from getting a raspberry or a bruise when the string of a bow hits it upon letting go of the bow swing. Some people rely on armguards to help to keep baggy clothing out of their way while they are shooting.
Arrow Nock - This is describes as being the notch at the very end of an arrow that is designed to fit along or around your bowstring for shooting.
Automatic - In firearms, an automatic firearm is a design that feeds, fires and then ejects cartridges automatically as long as its trigger is currently being fully depressed and as long as there are still cartridges that are available within the feed system.
Photo Credits: Paul Keleher
Originally posted 2009-10-29 03:06:14. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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