Recent content by Notwrking

It doesn't seem right to hang the bird in the garage with the guts still intact but it works. Surprisingly, the guts don't rot or spoil the meat, even if a few bb's hit the vitals. The old English rule of thumb was to hang the bird by it's head until the body drops off. I've never tried that...

Do pheasants eat buckthorn berries? That's what it looks like to me.

South of Tucson is a total bust. I recently spent three days with good dogs. Not one bird in the air. There are a few birds around but conditions are so dry dogs can't find any scent.

I have a 4WD sprinter with a diesel heater. I don't think I'm crazy, but then I'd be the last know wouldn't I. It is great to hunt out of. I have had 5 guys and 4 dogs with room to spare. Everything on the interior can be removed and I have a back seat that seats three. Stove, Frig, running...

I have a 4WD Sprinter. I added a heater and sideflares. I also set up a removable bed. I made a removable sink, two burner stove, storage drawers, and have a 12 volt frig. To power everything I added an separate battery system. The passenger seat can swivel 180 degrees. It works out great for...

The first problem you have gaining access to private land is identifying the owner, then actually contacting them. Most farms and ranches are owned by someone who does not live on site. OnX will tell you where the property tax payer address is, but often it is of no help. Even if you know the...

That's not encouraging. I was down the Texas panhandle just before Christmas and saw more birds in one afternoon. I was hoping to find decent numbers closer to home (Minnesota) to save some drive time. Anyone else doing better?

Nobody here has hunted quail in SE Kansas this? No report of any kind?

Has anyone had much success in the SE quadrant of Kansaa? I was a little east of there in western Missouri for just a partial day recently and kicked up a few covers of bobs. It got me thinking maybe Kansas has come back some this year.

My experience has been the opposite. When it's windy birds are skittish and prone to fly way out in front of you.

I have never had a problem with any Fiochi ammo. Best ammo for the price based on my experience. I know a few other hunters that feel the same.

It's been my observation most people don't know how to fit a shotgun, mount their shotgun, or efficiently shoot. They were never taught, maybe they make a trip or two to a range and shoot a couple rounds of trap and head out to the field. I suggest you look for an experienced shooting...

I have a 4wd Sprinter van I can configure for camping. Thermostatic controlled heat, propane stove, lighting, water, comfortable bed. I have parked it in fields and hunted right out the door. It's fun, but not as relaxing as spreading out my stuff in a cheap motel. I go this route when no other...

You don't fit the gun, the gun fits you. Whatever gun you chose, how it fits you is what matters most. For me the 12 gauge Beretta 686 dimensions are probably the closest fit for a factory made gun. I have a 20 gauge Beretta but because the frame is smaller I needed to add an adjustable butt...

Well, Tom Knapp has been dead almost 10 years now so we won't get to see if he can outshoot anyone. If he was alive my money would be on him. As for Prairie Storm or any other round, I really don't think what I have been shooting is responsible for missed or wounded birds. It's where the gun...