Anyone ever use a walking stick while hunting?

[Heredoggydoggy]

Some people swear by them.   I just figured its one more thing to touch the ground and make noise or clang away or go crunch.

i use one and my son gave me hell because I clanged it on rocks

Yeah, I make some noise with mine once in a while too.  But I'd rather clang a stick on a rock than fall down on one... 

[KFhunter]

do the primos trigger sticks hold up?

[dawei]

I used one a couple of times during archery. Once the strap got in the way when I had to get ready for a quick shot. But I did notice that my endurance was a lot longer hiking and my legs felt better. Any of you other guys use them?

I use a walking stick that is 1½" diameter & 55" long during all of my Deer & Elk hunting. It is of immeasurable help to me as I've had both of my knees replaced, and; am not as sure footed as I used to be. I cannot begin to count the times it has prevented me from having a bad fall. It further provides a stable shooting platform when I am sitting or standing. I WILL NOT HUNT W/O IT!

[gasman]

I use a Polecat with a V head for a gun rest.

http://media.midwayusa.com/productimages/880x660/primary/365/365407.jpg

[bradslam]

I use trekking poles on very steep ground, especially when packing something out.  Usually, not when I'm sneaking around in a hunting spot.  Hey Chad, does this spot look familiar?

[scout/sniper]

I never have, but not a bad idea (could use it as a shooting stick as well).

  I will give it a try, sounds like a great help to you guys.

[300rum]

I use trekking poles to get in/out of  the back country and packing something out.  Not when "hunting".  I used to think they were for weenies, maybe they are, but it makes a big difference (especially crossing creeks).  I bought some good ones, they only weigh a few ounces.  The good ones will cost you. 

[270Flat]

Had a busy fabricate his trecking pole into a shooting stick.

[bradslam]

That's pretty cool.

[KFhunter]

check out this thread - it's a how too walkthrough on modding trekking poles 

http://www.rokslide.com/forums/showthread.php?10666-Trekking-pole-threaded-insert-mod

[wadu1]

I have been using one for over 10 years at 61+ it gives me more miles a day.

[Westside88]

My dads been using a walking pole with a v shaped shooting rest on it. It helps keep his balance and help take some pressure off his knees. He's gotten pretty good at using it as a shooting rest too. 

[coachcw]

trigger stick works ok

[Old Man Yager]

I should trade my rifle for one, it would be lighter, and lately all I been doing is hiking.

[Old Man Yager]

all the time.  i use a telescoping walking stick.  the older i get(43), the more it helps going down hill

WHAT?? 43 is old?? ( I'm 43 too!)