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.
Photo Credits: utomjording
Originally posted 2009-10-05 03:11:50. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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December 22nd, 2011 — Boar, Game, Hunting, Hunting Dogs
If you ask someone that specializes in boar hunting what the best dog breed is for the job, you are going to get a differing opinion than when you ask the next boar hunter that you come across. There are a number of different characteristics that need to be combined in order to create a good dog for hunting wild pigs. Some of the more popular dog breeds for this purpose include the feist, the cur, the pit bull and the American bull dog. Regardless of which breed you end up choosing, the right dog for the job is going to be one that has plenty of stamina because your dog will need it when tracking wild boar.
Boars were first introduced to this country back when settlers brought about domesticated pigs, allowing for them to run loose. Because pigs have such a high intelligence, they were capable of adapting, breeding and thriving in the area. It was not long before their numbers had begun to increase rapidly. Dogs had to be introduced in order to keep the population of wild boar under control. The wild boars were aggressive toward any people that they ended up encountering and they were also ruining vegetation in the area and were killing smaller animals in the wild as well.
Before you decide to set out on a hunt for wild boar there are some things that you are going to need to know. For example, one of the primary things for you to know when hunting wild boar is that the worst possible time for you to go hunting is in December, as this is when the litters are born. During this period of time, the sows, the female boars, become fiercely overprotective because there are young nearby. Not only could your dog potentially be hurt, but you could possibly be hurt as well. The sow will create a small depression in the ground, lining it with branches and grass for her offspring. The bar will take cover in dense grasses while hunting and you may not notice the breeding ground until it’s too late.
One wild boar hunting dog that has developed an excellent reputation is the cur. These dogs are loyal and versatile, and they have the ability to run over long distances and over long periods of time as well. Many hunters also end up relying on the American bulldog for this type of hunt, though there are a couple of different variations of this particular breed that you need to consider. The Johnson line, for example, is a popular line of dogs that involves a Mastiff and an English Bull dog being bred. Another good line is the Scott line which was bred specifically to deal with big game just like the wild boar for example.
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Originally posted 2009-08-27 03:00:27. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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December 7th, 2011 — Hunting, Quail, Small
The quail is a truly interesting little board, and it has become popular for many hunters as a game bird. The numbers of quail have dwindled in recent years because their habitats have changed and the number of predators has increased. Quail are continuing to hold on, though, and when they can be found they are quite amusing to watch. Here is a guide to the quail as a game bird.
Terminology
The mail quail is called the cock, and the female quail is called the hen. Baby quail are known as chicks. Quail have both plumes and crests, where crests are feathers growing in a series along the top and the back of the head, and the plume is a small feather growing right out of the top of the male quail’s head.
Description
Quail are capable of varying both in size and in color, but they all generally run between 6 oz and 8 oz in weight. Both the males and females are generally the same size in relation to one another. The males are typically easily identifiable because they have prettier colors than the female and they also have a plume, a single feather that sticks up from the top of their head. The length of a quail can easily reach as long as 11 inches. The average quail has a mottled mix of colors, allowing them to blend in well with their natural surroundings.
Habitat
Quail tend to prefer areas that are brushy, especially areas that have areas of new growth that is relatively low, and where they can find cover as well as food. Many sources call the area that quail call their home early successional, which basically means that they like weedy areas. Quail typically live in different areas at different times, and they generally prefer to nest in areas that are not as thick, choosing areas where the vegetation has been around for a couple of years. Quail are constantly hunting for areas where they can find plenty of insects to feed on, especially areas that have low canopies without a lot of underbrush.
Traits
Quail are relatively social in nature, and they live in groups that are called covies. Quails know that there is safety in numbers, and quails know that they can achieve this safety for the most part by sticking to large groups, which they travel in and live in. When they roost in the evenings, they usually use a close packed circle, and all of the quail face outward which means if a predator comes from any side, they will have a chance of protecting themselves or saving themselves.
Feeding Habits
Quail tend to feed during the morning hours and the evening hours, and during the hours in between they tend to loaf around. They may feed during the day as well, however, depending on the needs of the group. Quail mostly eat seeds as well as insects.
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Originally posted 2009-08-03 05:57:59. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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November 8th, 2011 — Hunting
Choke Collar -This is a collar that is made out of leather or chain, and that is applied to the dog’s neck in such a way that the collar can be loosened or tightened based on how much tension is exerted by the owner’s hand.
Clips (E-Clips) - These are designed to hold the axles in place.
Cold – This is a term that is used to describe a dog’s running on a concept that it has become familiar with, but the item’s exact placement is something that is new to the particular dog.
Collar Conditioning - This is a type of conditioning through which a dog is taught to turn off stimulation from the collar.
Columbian Black Tail – This is a type of deer that can be found all along the Pacific Coast between British Columbia and California.
Conditioning - This is a method of learning based on experience. For example, bucks have been conditioned to only be active in the nighttime during the hunting season. They have learned that there is only a little bit of pressure during the darkness in comparison to the daylight.
Confirmation – This term is used to describe standards on how dogs should look based on their breed, as confirmation determines how close the dog is to these set standards. For example, the standard coat colors for a Labrador Retriever are yellow, black and chocolate only.
Conformation - This is a term that is used to describe the form or the structure and the arrangement of parts conforming to a breed’s standards.
Coniferous Tree - These are trees that bear cones. The trees never lose their leaves during the fall, and what this means is that they are an excellent source of food for many deer during the winter months. A well known example for coniferous trees is the common pine tree.
Controlled Break – This term describes the situation when a dog goes out before it is sent, and has to be immediately brought under the control of the handler, but without any use of force or pressure.
Cover – This is a term that is used to describe grass and vegetation and other types of environments that can conceal a bird from a hunting dog on land or in the water.
Cover Scents - This is a scent that is used to cover up a human during hunting so that their natural scent cannot be detected.
Cow – This is a term that is used to describe a female elk.
Creep - This describes the situation when the arrow is moving away from the wall, or it describes the anchor point while you are aiming and preparing to release.
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