Five
10-23-2015, 10:38 PM
Hi guys,
I am a long time shooter who finally decided to try hunting this year. I am starting simply as far is gear is concerned, I really only have a rifle, backpack, knife, and game bags etc. I am doing a lot of hiking and have really been enjoying it, but I haven't had the success I might have hoped for. I live in 8-8 and really don't have anyone to show me the ropes, nor did I grow up hunting. I have been out 6 full days and have only seen one buck, a white tail, and I could not get a sight picture on him before he was flying in the opposite direction.
I have been pouring over this forum as well as youtube, and have purchased several well reviewed books. I am hoping that someone in the area might be able to show me a thing or two, as even if I get a buck I may have a hard time field dressing it with any precision. I am not looking for magical tips that will take all effort out of hunting, but I do feel that I have been putting the time in to learn and would like to have some success. I would love to get a mulie before Oct. 31st.
Is there anyone who knows the area who can give me some direction, either in regards to areas or methods? Alternatively is there anyone in the area that might be able to take a little time to pass on their knowledge to a beginner?
I will be going out early tomorrow, but at this point I am just using google earth to try and find areas that look, in my inexperienced eyes, like they might hold a buck. It has taken me about a week to be approved to post or I would I have done so sooner!
Thanks!
I am a long time shooter who finally decided to try hunting this year. I am starting simply as far is gear is concerned, I really only have a rifle, backpack, knife, and game bags etc. I am doing a lot of hiking and have really been enjoying it, but I haven't had the success I might have hoped for. I live in 8-8 and really don't have anyone to show me the ropes, nor did I grow up hunting. I have been out 6 full days and have only seen one buck, a white tail, and I could not get a sight picture on him before he was flying in the opposite direction.
I have been pouring over this forum as well as youtube, and have purchased several well reviewed books. I am hoping that someone in the area might be able to show me a thing or two, as even if I get a buck I may have a hard time field dressing it with any precision. I am not looking for magical tips that will take all effort out of hunting, but I do feel that I have been putting the time in to learn and would like to have some success. I would love to get a mulie before Oct. 31st.
Is there anyone who knows the area who can give me some direction, either in regards to areas or methods? Alternatively is there anyone in the area that might be able to take a little time to pass on their knowledge to a beginner?
I will be going out early tomorrow, but at this point I am just using google earth to try and find areas that look, in my inexperienced eyes, like they might hold a buck. It has taken me about a week to be approved to post or I would I have done so sooner!
Thanks!