Post by: DBLDWN on January 19, 2011, 08:55:47 PM
Post by: singleshot12 on January 19, 2011, 09:20:17 PM
Post by: CAMPMEAT on January 19, 2011, 09:23:38 PM
Post by: carpsniperg2 on January 19, 2011, 09:39:15 PM
Post by: Shed Stud on January 19, 2011, 09:43:14 PM
DBLDWN, I too am fairly new to this site. That being said. You should try the intro section first, then something positive, then we will listen...maybe.
Post by: bak2huntn on January 19, 2011, 10:12:55 PM
Post by: bak2huntn on January 19, 2011, 10:15:31 PM
Post by: shedcrazy on January 19, 2011, 10:18:13 PM
Post by: DBLDWN on January 20, 2011, 07:55:35 AM
Did you not find any sheds today? :dunno:didnt realize you needed an internet web site to earn your stripes bud!
DBLDWN, I too am fairly new to this site. That being said. You should try the intro section first, then something positive, then we will listen...maybe.
Post by: MtnMuley on January 20, 2011, 08:11:58 AM
Its amazing to me how arrogant and jealous people are when it comes to shed hunting. How fast a person will turn on another, how quick a person will claim an area and private property that doesnt belong to them. The posting of pictures that doesnt take a rocket scientist to figure out where they were taken and then brag about them. How about we draw more attention to it! The very people that bi*%$ about others and boast their arrogance are the very people that are going to ruin it for everyone!
Welcome to the site. :hello: What you've said is the sad truth. Most of the information that anybody needs to learn where to find antlers, is in the archives of this and many other websites. Not to point fingers at all, but all it takes is a couple minutes for one person to destroy what it's taken many others years to learn and master. :(
Post by: whacker1 on January 20, 2011, 08:14:25 AM
Did you not find any sheds today? :dunno:didnt realize you needed an internet web site to earn your stripes bud!
DBLDWN, I too am fairly new to this site. That being said. You should try the intro section first, then something positive, then we will listen...maybe.
Have you found a public setting where you don't have to earn you stripes (or credibality), so to speak? I think he is merely saying that people usually talk about their positive hunting, hiking, shooting, camping experiences to get to know everyone first. Then the occassional negative rant is viewed with a grain of salt. But proceed as you will.
In regards to your topic. I think the arrogance and jealousy is part of all walks of life, sometimes more prevalent in certain activities or certain circles, but Shed Hunting has definitely seen an uptick in popularity over the last 5-10 years. The popularity comes from all types as well, fanatics for hunting / scouting, those pursuing the thrill of finding the shed first, and those that use the sheds for business pursuits, such as: lighting, and art. I think the increased demand on the past time has stressed the popular areas, and brought some less than savory people into the hobby, as does any hobby that increases in popularity.
Post by: dscubame on January 20, 2011, 08:15:36 AM
Its amazing to me how arrogant and jealous people are when it comes to shed hunting. How fast a person will turn on another, how quick a person will claim an area and private property that doesnt belong to them. The posting of pictures that doesnt take a rocket scientist to figure out where they were taken and then brag about them. How about we draw more attention to it! The very people that bi*%$ about others and boast their arrogance are the very people that are going to ruin it for everyone!
What am I missing?
Post by: Lowedog on January 20, 2011, 08:26:26 AM
Post by: CAMPMEAT on January 20, 2011, 08:30:47 AM
Post by: jackelope on January 20, 2011, 08:36:57 AM
Its amazing to me how arrogant and jealous people are when it comes to shed hunting. How fast a person will turn on another, how quick a person will claim an area and private property that doesnt belong to them. The posting of pictures that doesnt take a rocket scientist to figure out where they were taken and then brag about them. How about we draw more attention to it! The very people that bi*%$ about others and boast their arrogance are the very people that are going to ruin it for everyone!
What am I missing?
Methinks...someone doesn't like someone and decided to take it to the internet web forum to hash it out.
Just a hunch. I bet the someone that isn't liked is a member here and this has a lot to do with shed hunting in Chelan county.
Again...just a hunch.
Post by: quadrafire on January 20, 2011, 08:45:13 AM
Methinks...someone doesn't like someone and decided to take it to the internet web forum to hash it out.
Just a hunch. I bet the someone that isn't liked is a member here and this has a lot to do with shed hunting in Chelan county.
Again...just a hunch.
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I really like these forums for the personal grudges. Makes for good entertainment on a slow day at the office. :o
Post by: Lowedog on January 20, 2011, 08:51:19 AM
Its amazing to me how arrogant and jealous people are when it comes to shed hunting. How fast a person will turn on another, how quick a person will claim an area and private property that doesnt belong to them. The posting of pictures that doesnt take a rocket scientist to figure out where they were taken and then brag about them. How about we draw more attention to it! The very people that bi*%$ about others and boast their arrogance are the very people that are going to ruin it for everyone!
What am I missing?
Methinks...someone doesn't like someone and decided to take it to the internet web forum to hash it out.
Just a hunch. I bet the someone that isn't liked is a member here and this has a lot to do with shed hunting in Chelan county.
Again...just a hunch.
I think hit the nail on the head!
And I think that someone is worried that the other someone is going to find an antler before they do. Who is the jealous one here?
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on January 20, 2011, 08:56:04 AM
If I go with my gut... Everything becomes a turd.
-Steve
Jackelope, are you psychic? You've narrowed it down to Chelan county so quickly. :chuckle:
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I really like these forums for the personal grudges. Makes for good entertainment on a slow day at the office.
:yeah: :tup: :rockin:
Post by: teanawayslayer on January 20, 2011, 09:05:08 AM
Post by: dscubame on January 20, 2011, 09:18:08 AM
Post by: Antlerking on January 20, 2011, 09:21:25 AM
I have not posted any pics this year and I will probably just keep them to my self, when it comes to sheds. I have learned my lesson way when it comes to sharing and posting pics, so I just enjoy em and they look good in my living room. :drool:
Post by: teanawayslayer on January 20, 2011, 09:22:09 AM
I am going out Sunday for the first time. NE corner, a little worried about if the snow will be too much to get around.Take out a sled
Post by: halflife65 on January 20, 2011, 09:28:09 AM
I'll occassionally find a shed when I'm hiking or hunting and I'm always happy about it. They're really cool, just not worth it to me. If it's worth it to you, more power to you and good luck this year!
Post by: Devinshoe on January 20, 2011, 09:39:21 AM
Post by: ribka on January 20, 2011, 09:46:47 AM
Any of you shed hunters use a dog ? I think that's pretty cool myself.
My dog will find them if they are fresh. Think he is attracted to the smell.
Yep just antlers. :twocents: People get really crazy about them though
Post by: jackelope on January 20, 2011, 09:59:44 AM
Its amazing to me how arrogant and jealous people are when it comes to shed hunting. How fast a person will turn on another, how quick a person will claim an area and private property that doesnt belong to them. The posting of pictures that doesnt take a rocket scientist to figure out where they were taken and then brag about them. How about we draw more attention to it! The very people that bi*%$ about others and boast their arrogance are the very people that are going to ruin it for everyone!
Whats really sad is all the sleds running all over that country chasing deer and stressing them on their winter range. I think there should be a ban on sleds up there personally. That would save a lot of deer a lot of stress.
DBLDWN-How do you feel about sleds up there this time of year?
Post by: Shed Stud on January 20, 2011, 10:33:21 AM
Post by: shedcrazy on January 20, 2011, 10:53:27 AM
Post by: shedcrazy on January 20, 2011, 10:55:28 AM
This thread is getting me pumped! I think I will head to the Eastside and look for sheds this weekend! Anybody know any good spots?
Ya as soon as you cross Stevens Pass, turn around and go look for some blacktail sheds!! :chuckle: :chuckle:
Post by: E-Town Hunter on January 20, 2011, 11:34:59 AM
I still enjoy it, although its a highway every were you go. There is always a chance of finding something and watching my dog look around and find em is a cool thing. I do get frustrated here and there, but I get over it and continue on down the path. THEY CANT GET EM ALL! :)
I have not posted any pics this year and I will probably just keep them to my self, when it comes to sheds. I have learned my lesson way when it comes to sharing and posting pics, so I just enjoy em and they look good in my living room. :drool:
Well if your not going to post your picts this year at least send them to me in a personal message. I want to see them!
Post by: Pathfinder101 on January 20, 2011, 11:55:26 AM
YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE!! >:(
Post by: Woodchuck on January 20, 2011, 12:03:49 PM
Post by: Pathfinder101 on January 20, 2011, 12:08:44 PM
THIS HAS TO DO WITH THE CHICKEN TACOS THAT KEEP SINGING IN MY HEAD!!
AAHHHH!! TOO SPECIFIC!! YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE!!!
Post by: rasbo on January 20, 2011, 12:12:18 PM
Post by: Pathfinder101 on January 20, 2011, 12:14:38 PM
*censored*! YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE!!
...THE GUY WITH THE BLUE SOCKS IN THE BACK OF HIS LAWNMOWER!!
FESS UP!!!!!!!!!!!! >:( >:(
Post by: shoot-em-dead on January 20, 2011, 12:15:44 PM
I was really drunk at the time,coulda been me :dunno: :chuckle:wasn't your wife with you- that should exclude you, unless, well, nevermind
Post by: jackelope on January 20, 2011, 12:22:18 PM
I'm sorry I spilled the beans about the elk in the Blues.
:'(
Post by: DBLDWN on January 20, 2011, 12:24:37 PM
Shed hunting was ruined years ago. If you are just now realizing that then you probably just got into it. The competition to find an antler is pretty intense these days. There are a lot of guys out there who almost turn it into a full time job.not new at the sport mark, wasnt too long ago you were at the house looking for a match.
Post by: DBLDWN on January 20, 2011, 12:28:22 PM
Its amazing to me how arrogant and jealous people are when it comes to shed hunting. How fast a person will turn on another, how quick a person will claim an area and private property that doesnt belong to them. The posting of pictures that doesnt take a rocket scientist to figure out where they were taken and then brag about them. How about we draw more attention to it! The very people that bi*%$ about others and boast their arrogance are the very people that are going to ruin it for everyone!more power to them for having sleds. I garuntee that the individuals you are refering to do not chase deer! Maybe you should buy one, or maybe thats where the jealousy comes from.
Whats really sad is all the sleds running all over that country chasing deer and stressing them on their winter range. I think there should be a ban on sleds up there personally. That would save a lot of deer a lot of stress.
DBLDWN-How do you feel about sleds up there this time of year?
Post by: Pathfinder101 on January 20, 2011, 12:37:03 PM
Pathfinder,
I'm sorry I spilled the beans about the elk in the Blues.
:'(
NOT YOU EITHER JACKALOPE!!
YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE!! STOP HIDING!!! >:(
Post by: jackelope on January 20, 2011, 12:39:50 PM
Its amazing to me how arrogant and jealous people are when it comes to shed hunting. How fast a person will turn on another, how quick a person will claim an area and private property that doesnt belong to them. The posting of pictures that doesnt take a rocket scientist to figure out where they were taken and then brag about them. How about we draw more attention to it! The very people that bi*%$ about others and boast their arrogance are the very people that are going to ruin it for everyone!more power to them for having sleds. I garuntee that the individuals you are refering to do not chase deer! Maybe you should buy one, or maybe thats where the jealousy comes from.
Whats really sad is all the sleds running all over that country chasing deer and stressing them on their winter range. I think there should be a ban on sleds up there personally. That would save a lot of deer a lot of stress.
DBLDWN-How do you feel about sleds up there this time of year?
No sleds for me, and no jealousy either.
Not sure why you think I'm jealous.
:dunno:
I don't even know who I'm referring to, how do you?
Post by: shoot-em-dead on January 20, 2011, 12:40:32 PM
Post by: Pathfinder101 on January 20, 2011, 12:48:37 PM
AND IT'S NOT A RIDING LAWNMOWER!! YOU CAN'T PUT SNOWSHOES ON THEM!!
YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE!! TELL THE TRUTH!! >:(
Post by: carpsniperg2 on January 20, 2011, 12:54:36 PM
Can't we just be friends :chuckle: :'(
Hey maybe if everyone asks then we will figure out who it is :chuckle:
Post by: Pathfinder101 on January 20, 2011, 12:57:13 PM
THIS IS REALLY STARTING TO PISS ME OFF!! YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE!! >:(
Post by: halflife65 on January 20, 2011, 01:03:26 PM
Post by: gaddy on January 20, 2011, 01:04:04 PM
Post by: halflife65 on January 20, 2011, 01:04:40 PM
Its amazing to me how arrogant and jealous people are when it comes to shed hunting. How fast a person will turn on another, how quick a person will claim an area and private property that doesnt belong to them. The posting of pictures that doesnt take a rocket scientist to figure out where they were taken and then brag about them. How about we draw more attention to it! The very people that bi*%$ about others and boast their arrogance are the very people that are going to ruin it for everyone!
Whats really sad is all the sleds running all over that country chasing deer and stressing them on their winter range. I think there should be a ban on sleds up there personally. That would save a lot of deer a lot of stress.
DBLDWN-How do you feel about sleds up there this time of year?
I totally agree...
Post by: carpsniperg2 on January 20, 2011, 01:06:00 PM
Just messin with you. wwwwwooooooosssssssssaaaaaaaawwwwwwwwwwww. Say this 1o times and smile. Then you might fill a little better. Well probably not but I tried.
Post by: boonerboy on January 20, 2011, 01:14:15 PM
Post by: Lowedog on January 20, 2011, 01:19:33 PM
Shed hunting was ruined years ago. If you are just now realizing that then you probably just got into it. The competition to find an antler is pretty intense these days. There are a lot of guys out there who almost turn it into a full time job.not new at the sport mark, wasnt too long ago you were at the house looking for a match.
OK. Yeah, you are definitely not new to the sport. You know though that the popularity of shed hunting has exploded in the last 10 years and especially the last 5 or so. I only go out a few times a year anymore because it is kind of discouraging to think about going out when you know that every square inch of the old stomping grounds has been covered by dozens of people starting earlier and earlier every year.
Post by: MADMAX on January 20, 2011, 01:41:33 PM
It is what it is.
Post by: Huntboy on January 20, 2011, 02:12:46 PM
I love adult easter egg hunting !:yeah:
It is what it is.
Post by: dscubame on January 20, 2011, 02:14:19 PM
This thread is getting me pumped! I think I will head to the Eastside and look for sheds this weekend! Anybody know any good spots?
Chelan County!! :chuckle: :chuckle:
Post by: DBLDWN on January 20, 2011, 03:43:29 PM
your exactly right. the part that is frustrating is the false aqusations of sleds chasing deer, its no diffrent than riding a quad in the mission unit during the late rifle tag, the deer are migrating. and as far as popularity in old stomping grounds i believe has alot to do with, pics, posts, word of mouth etc. whats going to happen as time goes on, popularity increases and reports keep hitting wdfw they are going to start regulating shed hunting via a permit or close it down permanently, then everyone will look back and wonder what happened. Who do you blame? I personally think its around the corner.Shed hunting was ruined years ago. If you are just now realizing that then you probably just got into it. The competition to find an antler is pretty intense these days. There are a lot of guys out there who almost turn it into a full time job.not new at the sport mark, wasnt too long ago you were at the house looking for a match.
OK. Yeah, you are definitely not new to the sport. You know though that the popularity of shed hunting has exploded in the last 10 years and especially the last 5 or so. I only go out a few times a year anymore because it is kind of discouraging to think about going out when you know that every square inch of the old stomping grounds has been covered by dozens of people starting earlier and earlier every year.
Post by: MtnMuley on January 20, 2011, 03:56:07 PM
Who do you blame?Shed hunting was ruined years ago. If you are just now realizing that then you probably just got into it. The competition to find an antler is pretty intense these days. There are a lot of guys out there who almost turn it into a full time job.not new at the sport mark, wasnt too long ago you were at the house looking for a match.
OK. Yeah, you are definitely not new to the sport. You know though that the popularity of shed hunting has exploded in the last 10 years and especially the last 5 or so. I only go out a few times a year anymore because it is kind of discouraging to think about going out when you know that every square inch of the old stomping grounds has been covered by dozens of people starting earlier and earlier every year.
The internet. ;)
Post by: Dan-o on January 20, 2011, 04:00:05 PM
I've never shed hunted in my life, but be honest.... .was it me?
Post by: jackelope on January 20, 2011, 04:01:22 PM
DBLDWN-your exactly right. the part that is frustrating is the false aqusations of sleds chasing deer, its no diffrent than riding a quad in the mission unit during the late rifle tag, the deer are migrating. and as far as popularity in old stomping grounds i believe has alot to do with, pics, posts, word of mouth etc. whats going to happen as time goes on, popularity increases and reports keep hitting wdfw they are going to start regulating shed hunting via a permit or close it down permanently, then everyone will look back and wonder what happened. Who do you blame? I personally think its around the corner.Shed hunting was ruined years ago. If you are just now realizing that then you probably just got into it. The competition to find an antler is pretty intense these days. There are a lot of guys out there who almost turn it into a full time job.not new at the sport mark, wasnt too long ago you were at the house looking for a match.
OK. Yeah, you are definitely not new to the sport. You know though that the popularity of shed hunting has exploded in the last 10 years and especially the last 5 or so. I only go out a few times a year anymore because it is kind of discouraging to think about going out when you know that every square inch of the old stomping grounds has been covered by dozens of people starting earlier and earlier every year.
Do you think that the sleds don't cause undue stress on the deer on the winter range?
Maybe before outlawing or regulating shed hunting, they should regulate or limit the access that the snowmobiles have?
The snowmobiles on the winter range is an issue. Maybe not from you, but it is definitely an issue. What do you suggest?
These are honest straight forward questions. I don't you from the other guy and I don't even know if you own a sled. I assume you do based on your posts and opinions on them.
Post by: singleshot12 on January 20, 2011, 04:05:25 PM
I know the internet has ruined about 99% of my hunting and fishing spots......People can't keep their traps shut and just plain like to brag.. Sure wish they would realize the damage it causes, It's too late anyways it's over in this state.
Post by: Lowedog on January 20, 2011, 04:14:49 PM
Goes for dirt bikes being used in the same manner. I have seen tracks from someones bike where I was amazed that they were able to get it there.
It is a lot different than using quads in the Mission unit during late rifle hunt because there is only one road in that unit that you can legally ride quads on. Also It isn't on crucial winter range when the deer are most vulnerable and needing to conserve energy the most. That hunt takes place in November and people aren't able to ride quads up and down every ridge that they can.
Yeah, posting pics and word of mouth can get the fire burning. I think some people take it a little far though and are so worried about another person finding an antler they go over the top to find them first. :twocents:
Post by: DBLDWN on January 20, 2011, 05:50:50 PM
I personally have seen both sides of the spectrum, i have hiked and and rode sleds looking for sheds, on a snowmobile your limited to certain area, roads and snow covered hillsides. As you know the deer perdominately prefer south facing slopes in the winter where there is minimal to no snow at all leaving most of the north facing slopes your access, and no deer to spook on that side of the hill. Once you have reached the top off you go on foot, so that being said most to all of the winter range is south facing. on the other side ive walked from the bottom of that same mountain to the top and moved hundreds of deer to the north side of the hill. So i personally believe that snowmobiles have no adverse affects on deer and their winter range habits.DBLDWN-your exactly right. the part that is frustrating is the false aqusations of sleds chasing deer, its no diffrent than riding a quad in the mission unit during the late rifle tag, the deer are migrating. and as far as popularity in old stomping grounds i believe has alot to do with, pics, posts, word of mouth etc. whats going to happen as time goes on, popularity increases and reports keep hitting wdfw they are going to start regulating shed hunting via a permit or close it down permanently, then everyone will look back and wonder what happened. Who do you blame? I personally think its around the corner.Shed hunting was ruined years ago. If you are just now realizing that then you probably just got into it. The competition to find an antler is pretty intense these days. There are a lot of guys out there who almost turn it into a full time job.not new at the sport mark, wasnt too long ago you were at the house looking for a match.
OK. Yeah, you are definitely not new to the sport. You know though that the popularity of shed hunting has exploded in the last 10 years and especially the last 5 or so. I only go out a few times a year anymore because it is kind of discouraging to think about going out when you know that every square inch of the old stomping grounds has been covered by dozens of people starting earlier and earlier every year.
Do you think that the sleds don't cause undue stress on the deer on the winter range?
Maybe before outlawing or regulating shed hunting, they should regulate or limit the access that the snowmobiles have?
The snowmobiles on the winter range is an issue. Maybe not from you, but it is definitely an issue. What do you suggest?
These are honest straight forward questions. I don't you from the other guy and I don't even know if you own a sled. I assume you do based on your posts and opinions on them.
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on January 20, 2011, 06:05:46 PM
on the other side ive walked from the bottom of that same mountain to the top and moved hundreds of deer to the north side of the hill. So i personally believe that snowmobiles have no adverse affects on deer and their winter range habits.
Would you agree that shed hunters, on foot or sled, do impose undue stress upon wintering deer?
I believe that if you are moving deer from one side of the mountain to another, however you do it, you are harrassing the animals for your own enlightenment of finding shed antlers.
I'm quite happy when I find a single or extremely happy when I come across a double, when I'm hiking later in the spring. I think that some shed hunters should think of the ethics of shed hunting and how you could be affecting the herd. If you're walking a slope that the animals have already passed through, fine. If you're walking into the herd and move them.. You've done something incredibly wrong.
-Steve
Post by: shedcrazy on January 20, 2011, 06:15:22 PM
:'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(your exactly right. the part that is frustrating is the false aqusations of sleds chasing deer, its no diffrent than riding a quad in the mission unit during the late rifle tag, the deer are migrating. and as far as popularity in old stomping grounds i believe has alot to do with, pics, posts, word of mouth etc. whats going to happen as time goes on, popularity increases and reports keep hitting wdfw they are going to start regulating shed hunting via a permit or close it down permanently, then everyone will look back and wonder what happened. Who do you blame? I personally think its around the corner.Shed hunting was ruined years ago. If you are just now realizing that then you probably just got into it. The competition to find an antler is pretty intense these days. There are a lot of guys out there who almost turn it into a full time job.not new at the sport mark, wasnt too long ago you were at the house looking for a match.
OK. Yeah, you are definitely not new to the sport. You know though that the popularity of shed hunting has exploded in the last 10 years and especially the last 5 or so. I only go out a few times a year anymore because it is kind of discouraging to think about going out when you know that every square inch of the old stomping grounds has been covered by dozens of people starting earlier and earlier every year.
Post by: DBLDWN on January 20, 2011, 06:25:49 PM
i dont agree shed hunters cause undue stress on deer, and harrrassing is a word you have used out of context.on the other side ive walked from the bottom of that same mountain to the top and moved hundreds of deer to the north side of the hill. So i personally believe that snowmobiles have no adverse affects on deer and their winter range habits.
Would you agree that shed hunters, on foot or sled, do impose undue stress upon wintering deer?
I believe that if you are moving deer from one side of the mountain to another, however you do it, you are harrassing the animals for your own enlightenment of finding shed antlers.
I'm quite happy when I find a single or extremely happy when I come across a double, when I'm hiking later in the spring. I think that some shed hunters should think of the ethics of shed hunting and how you could be affecting the herd. If you're walking a slope that the animals have already passed through, fine. If you're walking into the herd and move them.. You've done something incredibly wrong.
-Steve
Post by: Antlerking on January 20, 2011, 06:35:27 PM
Post by: MuleySniper on January 20, 2011, 06:47:36 PM
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Post by: Lowedog on January 20, 2011, 06:49:55 PM
Post by: MuleySniper on January 20, 2011, 06:52:55 PM
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Post by: JackOfAllTrades on January 20, 2011, 06:56:18 PM
i dont agree shed hunters cause undue stress on deer, and harrrassing is a word you have used out of context.
I certainly did not use the word Harassing out of context! When a shed hunter unbeds animals, or moves them from feeding areas where they've found refuge from predators in wintering grounds when/where they're the most vulnerable, then that IS harassment of wild animals.
Some people need to evaluate their actions/intentions.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not against shed hunting. But there should be some self imposed rules even if there aren't laws against certain actions.
-Steve
Post by: DBLDWN on January 20, 2011, 07:36:00 PM
I have oponions on everything like any1 else and I personally have seen snowmobiles out shed hunting and some have just been riding roads and some have been boondocking all over the place looking for sheds. The hard part is were do you draw a line or what is the line. I for 1 would love to see a shed season. I think it would be funner to have an opener around the 1st of march and have a free far all in the hills, it would be very comical. The snowmobile issue is up for intertreputation, I dont own 1 and if I did I still would not use 1, because for me i need the exercise and hiking is the way i get into shape, so by the time turkey and elk horn huntin starts I am in shape to hike in, because the elk horns are way more intense than the deer horns. On a lighter note I am heading out in the morning and good luck finding em maybe I will c ya on the hill! :)Good luck and watch out for snowmobiles.
Post by: Antlerking on January 20, 2011, 07:41:50 PM
I will try to bring some gass money with me :chuckle:
Post by: BLUEBULLS on January 21, 2011, 07:13:27 AM
i dont agree shed hunters cause undue stress on deer, and harrrassing is a word you have used out of context.
I certainly did not use the word Harassing out of context! When a shed hunter unbeds animals, or moves them from feeding areas where they've found refuge from predators in wintering grounds when/where they're the most vulnerable, then that IS harassment of wild animals.
Some people need to evaluate their actions/intentions.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not against shed hunting. But there should be some self imposed rules even if there aren't laws against certain actions.
-Steve
If that's harrassing game then we're all guilty.
what about pushing deer off of feed in hunting seasons, especially late seasons? when the deer are trying to pack on the fat for winter.
Bottom line is people need to use their heads.
Post by: JackOfAllTrades on January 21, 2011, 08:22:46 AM
If that's harrassing game then we're all guilty.
what about pushing deer off of feed in hunting seasons, especially late seasons? when the deer are trying to pack on the fat for winter.
Bottom line is people need to use their heads.
Any of us are probably guilty of moving deer from beds, but seldom move a whole herd during the winter, well after even late hunting seasons. (yes, I realize that there are a few units open late in the year for permits and archers) But for the most part, shed hunting is a month and a half or two after those late hunts, well into the more vulnerable times when deer need to conserve energy to make it through the bitter cold with a lot less food than they had available other times of the year. I think there is a fine line that some shed hunters are crossing... disturbing animals unnecessarily. My posts are only to get those guys to analyze their actions and determine if there is possibility of disturbing animals unnecessarily. If so, maybe skip that ridge that day.
-Steve
Post by: woodywsu on January 21, 2011, 08:39:36 AM
They need to close the wintering areas down PERIOD!
:yeah: This is what will happen if we cannot police ourselves.
Post by: MtnMuley on January 21, 2011, 12:28:26 PM