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Advice for a beginner?
Posted on 11/23/14 at 9:31 am
Posted on 11/23/14 at 9:31 am
I enjoy shooting, but never grew up hunting. I've been teaching my son to shoot, and he really wants to go hunting. I was planning to start with squirrel, but i'm nervous about what i dont know. thinking a guided hunt would be best for both of us. The issue is guided hunts aren't cheap, and most species require investing in gear. I've been researching and a guided night hog hunt looks like the lowest investment (gear wise).
any suggestions?
BTW - i'm in GA...and No, none of my buddies hunt...only target shoot.
thanks
any suggestions?
BTW - i'm in GA...and No, none of my buddies hunt...only target shoot.
thanks
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Posted on 11/23/14 at 9:39 am to jpr
Gun, camo, WMA and don't get lost
Posted on 11/23/14 at 9:46 am to DeepSouthSportsman
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Gun, hunters orange if in WMA and don't get lost
Posted on 11/23/14 at 9:48 am to jpr
I think you are on the right track with the squirrel hunting....doesn't require a ton of gear or expertise, but is still pretty damn challenging. I would not recommend hog hunting at night, as that can get pretty intense.
Just get yourself a .22 rifle or 20 ga shotgun and find a fenceline with pecan trees. Walk 20 yards and the sit for 20 minutes. Repeat that all the way down. Bring a thermos of hot chocolate and some snacks to share with your boy
Just get yourself a .22 rifle or 20 ga shotgun and find a fenceline with pecan trees. Walk 20 yards and the sit for 20 minutes. Repeat that all the way down. Bring a thermos of hot chocolate and some snacks to share with your boy
Posted on 11/23/14 at 10:08 am to jpr
log on to the local wildlife and fisheries site...
LINK site will give you the do's and dont's ...
read up and check out the wildlife management areas available to you unless you know a land owner that will let you hunt their property...
then make some phone calls to the wildlife and fisheries offices and speak with some of the agents...let them know you and your son want to get started in hunting...
they should help you get started
LINK site will give you the do's and dont's ...
read up and check out the wildlife management areas available to you unless you know a land owner that will let you hunt their property...
then make some phone calls to the wildlife and fisheries offices and speak with some of the agents...let them know you and your son want to get started in hunting...
they should help you get started
Posted on 11/23/14 at 10:27 am to jpr
Good idea on starting with squirrels. You don't have to spend a lot of money on hunting. If you already have a gun and ammo that can by far be your biggest expense. You just need a liscence, camo, and some gas in your truck. As far as deer hunting, people give them way to much credit. If they didn't have such good noses they would be extinct. Keep wind at your face, don't do a bunch of hollering and jumping up and down and you'll get one. You don't need corn or scent away crap. Find out where they are at, since new to hunting, start off on ground with maybe a little turkey blind or something and keep wind to your face. Good luck
Not saying you will see deer everytime. Sometimes they aren't hungry or laid up, doesn't mean they aren't there. Don't get discouraged.
Not saying you will see deer everytime. Sometimes they aren't hungry or laid up, doesn't mean they aren't there. Don't get discouraged.
Posted on 11/23/14 at 10:58 am to Spankum
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This, squirrel hunting is probably as low key as it gets. If you want you can spend on a squirrel call, not necessary at all though. Get your vests, lil shotgun and have a good time making memories.
Hog hunting at night sounds like literally the worst idea ever for a beginner, no offense
This, squirrel hunting is probably as low key as it gets. If you want you can spend on a squirrel call, not necessary at all though. Get your vests, lil shotgun and have a good time making memories.
Hog hunting at night sounds like literally the worst idea ever for a beginner, no offense
Posted on 11/23/14 at 11:05 am to Mizzoufan26
For squirrel hunting I think the most important thing you need to know is not to go during deer season.
If the day isn't windy, it's fairly easy to see the squirrels when they're moving, even with my old, bad eyes.
Look for sign - pine cone cuttings and shells from pecans or walnuts.
Most importantly, walk quietly, find a good place and wait.
LC
If the day isn't windy, it's fairly easy to see the squirrels when they're moving, even with my old, bad eyes.
Look for sign - pine cone cuttings and shells from pecans or walnuts.
Most importantly, walk quietly, find a good place and wait.
LC
Posted on 11/23/14 at 6:24 pm to LongueCarabine
Talk to a friend of yours who hunts, or a friend of your son's who hunts. Discuss your problem with them. If they are real friends they will offer to help, if they don't offer don't be to proud to ask. You can't spend better time with your kids than hunting and fishing.
Posted on 11/23/14 at 6:43 pm to jpr
If you have a busy life, hunting is an amazing hobby. It is just as effective as Zoloft for me. Ask around if anyone is a member of a hunting club, and see if you two can visit. Explain your situation, and you might get a free hunt, and advice. You could work that into membership. Good luck.
This post was edited on 11/23/14 at 6:49 pm
Posted on 11/24/14 at 4:39 am to jpr
Small game hunting is the best way to start out and squirrels are high on the list.
Another approach is to look for beds that have vines going to them. Shake the vines and shoot squirrel when he runs out. This method is very low key (don't have to be still and quiet), exciting, and allows you to cover alot of ground. Best times to do this are mid morning on colder cloudy days.
20ga or smaller is fine, however if you are a shooter I recommend a .22LR rifle.
Another approach is to look for beds that have vines going to them. Shake the vines and shoot squirrel when he runs out. This method is very low key (don't have to be still and quiet), exciting, and allows you to cover alot of ground. Best times to do this are mid morning on colder cloudy days.
20ga or smaller is fine, however if you are a shooter I recommend a .22LR rifle.
Posted on 11/24/14 at 5:44 am to weagle99
Good advice here. Start with squirrel hunting because you can move around and should see a fair amount of action. It also teaches stalking skills and takes a descent shot to make a kill. Evvvvvveryone that I know a s grew up with started this way. It'll keep your boys attention and you both should enjoy it.
Posted on 11/24/14 at 8:28 am to weagle99
A few other points about squirrel hunting:
1- Do not shoot the beds! This is the practice of a rank amateur and shows no respect for the animal.
2- Go for head shots if using a .22. Hitting one in the head kills him instantly and also causes him to kick his back legs which will minimize the chance of his body getting stuck in a tree.
3- Squirrels will often turn the tree to stay out of sight of a predator. If this happens have your son walk around to the other side of the tree while you watch for movement.
4- A small pair of binoculars are a must and will be used several times during a hunt.
5- Make sure the squirrel is dead before picking him up. A squrriel can shred your hand with his teeth.
1- Do not shoot the beds! This is the practice of a rank amateur and shows no respect for the animal.
2- Go for head shots if using a .22. Hitting one in the head kills him instantly and also causes him to kick his back legs which will minimize the chance of his body getting stuck in a tree.
3- Squirrels will often turn the tree to stay out of sight of a predator. If this happens have your son walk around to the other side of the tree while you watch for movement.
4- A small pair of binoculars are a must and will be used several times during a hunt.
5- Make sure the squirrel is dead before picking him up. A squrriel can shred your hand with his teeth.
This post was edited on 11/24/14 at 8:34 am
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