Questions tagged [hunting]
Scouting, tracking, pursuing, and killing animals for sport and/or food.
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How do you remove a bullet from a cartridge?
While reloading some cartridges, I was on the last step of crimping the bullet into the brass case, and made and mistake and the brass was compressed wrong.
The other reason for removing a bullet is ...
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How to become a falconer at a young age?
Last year, we had an assembly at school where two falconers came and talked about the craft. I thought it was amazing and the idea captivated me. But I don't quite remember all the details. He said ...
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What are the pro and cons of two stage vs single stage triggers for hunting?
In addition to getting a trigger with a lighter pull weight, I also have the option of switching from a single stage to a two stage trigger. What would the pros and cons of doing so be?
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Will a lighter trigger pull help me be more accurate?
The trigger on my hunting rifle has a rather heavy pull and doesn't break very well, will getting a trigger with a lighter pull weight help me be more accurate?
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Does urinating from the tree stand ruin your hunt?
When you're up in the tree stand and need to urinate, is it okay to do it just from above or should one seek another solution? So, does your game somehow smell the urine and will stay away? Any other ...
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Broadhead tuning
I have what I think is a well-tuned 70# compound bow. I use a release and carbon fiber arrows. IBO is 313 fps. Real-world chrony is around 250 fps. Arrows are GT XT 5575 with QuickFletch vanes. I ...
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How to quarter an elk in the field
I slowly want to get prepared for my trip to the USA. I think about going for an elk. So I asked myself what may be the best way to quarter an elk in the field. What are the basic steps and techniques ...
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What might cause a massive blood stream from a lethally hit moose's mouth?
I've recently watched a commercial videos for a broadhead model. A guy brought down a massive moose bull with a compound bow. Despite going down really fast, the bull does something which I've never ...
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What are the downsides of baiting game while hunting?
Here in Germany (and I think I can even speak for the majority of the EU) it's indeed quite common to bait game. I've recognized that this technique generally encounters critic on US media (blogs, ...
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"Don’t step on anything you can step over." - What does this mean?
Fred Bear’s 10 Commandments of hunting state as the first principle:
Don't step on anything you can step over
What does he mean with this statement? I don't really get what's the problem ...
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What are the reasons for prohibiting bow hunting in many countries?
Besides a few exceptions (Finland, France, Hungary etc.), it's generally prohibited to hunt with a bow in Europe. At least I'm sure for Germany, Austria, Sweden and Switzerland :).
What were the ...
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Does a small antler really mean "bad genes"?
I often here hunters talk about "bad genes" when it comes to bucks with a small antler. Is this kind of a running gag for trophy hunters or is this actually true? So, does the size of the antler tell ...
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Slingshot resources
As part of my everyday carry gear, I'm looking at including a slingshot for taking game birds whilst hiking.
However I've never used one, what should I be looking for in a catapult when purchasing? ...
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Are fixed or mechanical blades better for moose hunting?
Going to Alaska to moose hunt with a compound bow set for 65 pounds. Would it be better to use fixed blade or mechanical broadheads?
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How should one properly dispose of a rabid animal carcass?
If while hunting I come across a rabid animal and I kill it, both to end its suffering and to prevent it from spreading rabies, what should I do with the body?
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What features should I look for in a scope for a .308?
I've Googled this a lot over the last couple of days, but it feels like most of the answers are aimed at target shooting. I live in South Africa, and we do allot of hunting in the bushveld as well as ...
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Carrying small game while hunting on foot?
I like to hunt on foot, walking through the desert. I mostly shoot jackrabbits since those are plentiful in my area. However, I still haven't found a good system for carrying the animals back to the ...
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What sort of accuracy should I expect at 100 yards from slugs fired from a smoothbore shotgun?
A lot of deer hunters put a rifled barrels on their shotgun and shoot sabot slugs. I know that without rifling a sabot slug has no stability.
But there are two common types of slugs designed for ...
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What material are the shells I just purchased made of?
I purchased a box of shotgun shells in the United States. On the box it says they are for pheasant. But it does not say if the shot is lead, steel or some other nontoxic material. We know from the ...
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Hunting bears with a knife?
Michael Strogoff by Jules Verne (1876) describes how Siberian hunters used to hunt bears with nothing but a knife. This was ideally done with a single lethal blow, to damage the fur as little as ...
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Snowshoe hare migration patterns through changing seasons
I asked this question in the Hunting BC forum but so far it hasn't received much attention. I'm very interested in the answer(s) and will cross-post any useful information.
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Where is the Benelli R1 made?
I might be in the market for a new Benelli R1. But I can't seem to get a straight answer on where it is made. Obviously, I know that Benelli is a Beretta company and the Benelli address is listed in ...
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How late in the season can you hunt coyote?
It's currently April and I know that's considered late in the season for hunting coyote. Given that I live in a desert climate, how late can you hunt coyote? Is there a reason why I couldn't hunt them ...
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Selecting magnification for binoculars for hunting at 100 yards?
I am trying to find some binoculars for hunting. I generally zero my rifle to fire at 100 yards. I really can't imagine shooting animals much further than this distance, although for scouting and ...
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What is an appropriate caliber for hunting mule deer?
I am new to hunting and am looking at various options. I am considering doing some hunting for mule deer in Montana. But I am unsure of an appropriate caliber for them. To increase my shooting skills, ...
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Deer activity in the wet
Over the years, when out walking and on my commute through the countryside I've noticed that, when it's intensely pouring with rain, Roe deer seems to come out of the forests into open fields to eat.
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Backpack with rifle/bow holder without camo?
The answer to this question states that one may want to use a backpack with the possibility to attach a bow or a rifle.
I use a pack similar to this one...
RedHead Primal Bow/Rifle Pack
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Advantages of a (hunting) hat in the woods?
I feel like hats are quite popular among hunters and other outdoor-people which are mainly active in the woods. Also, a lot of outdoor brands have hats in their range.
Which rational characteristics ...
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Staying safe from hunters while hiking in France
This question is specific to France, as different countries have different hunting cultures and regulations.
There have been a number of highly publicized accidents in France this year (1, 2, 3). ...
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Why do you not aim for the head while archery hunting?
In 3D archery and while hunting we're aiming for the lungs and the heart most of the time. At least this is true for bobcats, lynxes, deer and other similar animals.
See this target for example:
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Rational reason to pick a bow over a gun?
Okay, besides the emotional preferences, like "in close touch with nature", fun or personal preferences (and so on), is there any rational reason to pick a bow over rifle?
I mean things like "it's ...
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Akita as my hunting buddy
I thought about trying unconventional breeds for hunting. I stumbled across the "Akita", which was initially cultured to hunt. However, it seems that it's pretty much a common house/pet dog nowadays (...
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Is a field tip as effective as a hunting tip for small game
Note: This question is asked in an absolutely theoretical manner. NEVER hunt without proper equipment!
I often ask myself what probably would happen if I shoot small game with a field tip attached. I ...
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I have an older shotgun designed for lead shot, can I use steel shot?
I have an older shotgun designed for lead shot, by law I can only fire steel shot.
Can I fire steel shot, or do I need get a new shotgun?
If I can use steel shot, what additional maintenance is ...
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How to humanely kill an injured rabbit?
My girlfriend was walking the dogs this am when she came across what she thought was a road kill rabbit. One of the dogs ran over to the "dead" rabbit and tried to take a bite out of the stomach. The ...
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Transporting Large Amounts of Fish
I'll be going on an multi-day deep sea fishing trip where we are expected to catch between 150lb to 400lb of fish each (Yellow Fin, Ably, Dorado). I'll have a 3 day drive back home across the Midwest. ...
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Law on hunting wild pigeon? (UK)
Pigeon meat is good! 1 squab (whole pigeon) has 37g of protein which is the majority of most people's daily needs. On top of that wild pigeon has practically no carbon footprint, which is impressive ...
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Can hunting dogs be trained to hunt multiple animals?
Basically, I am wanting my dog to retrieve birds, but also hunt rabbits and foxes. I may also want to use him to smell for blood trails from deer, elk, etc. Would this be possible, or would it just ...
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Top gear presenter pees on snare, why?
I was watching Top Gear last night and Richard Hammond was (supposedly) trapped on a mountain in British Columbia and had to "survive".
At one point he laid a snare for rabbits on a track and said:
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How to humanely kill an injured bird?
Last night I was walking my dog when I came across an injured racing pigeon. I've reported it to the owner who's coming to pick it up today, providing it's survived the night.....
I was thinking ...
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Which wildlife is it legal to hunt in the UK?
Does someone have a list or a link of exactly which UK wildlife it is legal to hunt & safe (& tasty) to eat? For example, are rabbits safe to eat, or is myxomatosis still a problem?
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What is the easiest way to prepare a rabbit snare with minimal tools?
If I don't have much with me and I want to catch a rabbit for food, What is the easiest way to prepare a snare? What kind of knot should I use and where should I put the snare?
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Field dressing small game in hot climates
When hunting small game in a hot climate, is it advisable to field dress the game where it falls, or wait until the carcass can be refrigerated? Searching has turned up plenty of conflicting answers, ...
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Snake dangers while hunting in the desert?
I plan to start doing some hunting in the greater southern Nevada Mojave desert (say within a 2 hour drive of Las Vegas).
I know that while hiking, there is some "safety" from snakes because you are ...
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License for international hunters in Canada
How do hunting licenses work when travelling abroad for hunting? It's not a case of re-locating to a new country, just spending some time there. Is there an international recognition of a national ...
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What options are available for hunting feral boar on Hawaii?
I posted this on travel.stackexchange.com originally, but it was recommended that I post here as well. Let me know if the question is off-topic and I'll remove it.
I am visiting Kauai shortly and am ...
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Where can I hunt wild boars for free in Southeast Texas?
It is said that Southeast Texas is overrun by wild boars. However, I have only seen sign of them within national park borders-where hunting is not allowed-and all google search results return paid ...
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What are the relative advantages of .308 and .30-06
As a relative newcomer to the shooting/hunting world, I am looking to buy my first big game rifle. Now, I know what rifle I want, just not what caliber to get it in.
The two calibers that I am left ...
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Would a scope from an air gun work on a "real" gun?
I am an avid air gun shooter, and have been for many years. I recently got rid of most of my air guns, replacing all but one with the Umarex Hämmerli CR 20s. The CR 20s comes with a Walther 3-9x40 ...
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How to deal with a rifle scope where the relief is too short?
When a rifle has a scope where the relief is too short for comfortable shooting, are there any options other than replacing the scope? The scope has a adjustable relief, but even with that I have to ...
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