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Re: To the Hardcore 2 Kayakers Duck Hunting Todays Snow Storm
« Reply #30 on: December 31, 2021, 11:43:25 AM »
I believe I saw what was going on yesterday.  I was watching from the Parking lot above you guys.  I was wondering why they set up so close.

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Re: To the Hardcore 2 Kayakers Duck Hunting Todays Snow Storm
« Reply #31 on: January 04, 2022, 10:15:26 AM »
Missed this thread, but can totally relate. I don't profess to be an expeert, so hope to not come across that way here.

I too saw a lot of head scratching 'hunting' on public this past week. Mainly incessant calling and what I consider sky busting (i.e. crippled birds lost in cover not searched, unretreivable birds in the open bay, LOTS of wasted ammo). Seeing a lot of groups that don't even bring a spread of decoys? I know how much this - the shooting, in particular - hoses up the surrounding area, so just move along to an area that isn't influenced by their behavior. Depending on conditions, it doesn't have to be that far. The boat is the best resource.

My experience has been that the egos of most are too big to try to mentor or educate. And, I'm always concerned that if you show a random jackwagon how to actually be successful, they (and all their bros) will have the area covered next time, next season, and beyond. Better to let burn through all their shells and maybe flame out on duck hunting entirely and take up another hobby. Selfish thinking and possibly self-defeating???

Also, since it came up here, snipe hunting is actually 'a thing' steeped in history and experiencing a bit of a resurgence. They are tough birds to target from the ground and successfully kill and recover. Having a good dog is a huge advatage Also, very small, so need a few for a meal. Have eaten it once and was tender and tasty.

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Re: To the Hardcore 2 Kayakers Duck Hunting Todays Snow Storm
« Reply #32 on: January 04, 2022, 10:30:47 AM »
I stopped hunting local goose land here in the Couve several years ago. There was a group of 10G guys who would magically be all set up in the five minutes after we could legally enter the hunting area. And then, shoot at anything within 120 yards of the ground or their blind. Every week, years in a row. Done.
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Re: To the Hardcore 2 Kayakers Duck Hunting Todays Snow Storm
« Reply #33 on: January 04, 2022, 11:12:42 AM »
How dare you have an expectation that hunters treat each other with courtesy.  Don't you know that public land is for meth-heads these days?  Park your truck with the windows open and your glove box dangling open or else expect your windows smashed.  Go join a duck club or go buy some land for yourself but if you don't have money, you don't matter any more in Washington.    If you can't afford to pay for a quality hunting experience, provided to you by a guide or an outfitter, then ***k off!  DIY public land hunting is dead.  Ethics and courtesy among hunters is no longer a cherished part of the sport.  And don't you dare bitch on a public forum about it.
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Re: To the Hardcore 2 Kayakers Duck Hunting Todays Snow Storm
« Reply #34 on: January 04, 2022, 01:07:51 PM »
I agree that it is frustrating but for me (hunting strictly public) it rarely happens. When it does I just pack it up and move on...these days you can end up shot (either on purpose or accidentally) dealing with ding-dongs. May not be everyone's way of dealing with it but it is better on my blood pressure  :chuckle:

 


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