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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Apr 20, 2015 15:33:43 GMT -5
I went today to check out one of the handicap areas. I didn't go early as I would have gotten lost in the dark; I just wanted to find it. It took me an hour to get there, and I had to take a nap when I got home.
There are no fields near this area, and I'm clueless what a good turkey site looks like. I'll try to go early tomorrow to see if any are talking. I did find a nice spot to park my truck, but that's all I know about it. I'm thinking this area will be better for deer and bipedal monsters.
I slowly drove 3 miles beyond the gate and ran out of gravel. We've had a lot of rain and I didn't want to get stuck. Not very many open areas back there, but I'll give it a try.
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Post by jimstc on Apr 20, 2015 16:37:33 GMT -5
What county were you in? No open fields, even small ones? See any water other than rain water?
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Apr 20, 2015 17:53:09 GMT -5
What county were you in? No open fields, even small ones? See any water other than rain water? I think it's Brown County. Just miles and miles of trees. I can only go where the road leads. I'll know more tomorrow, but I really think I'll see a bipedal monster before a turkey back there. |
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Post by jimstc on Apr 20, 2015 18:31:44 GMT -5
Sounds like your calling is going to be put to a test. How many days do you have on the reserved hunt and how far can you range from the Tahoe without putting yourself at risk?
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Apr 20, 2015 19:23:58 GMT -5
Sounds like your calling is going to be put to a test. How many days do you have on the reserved hunt and how far can you range from the Tahoe without putting yourself at risk? I was practicing today, and I think I'm better than last year. As many know, I'm full of hot air. Handicap is the entire season, but I'm working the Christian retreat Thur-Sun. I hope Wed is a good day, but not looking too good. I'll have to recover from the retreat, but I'll get back out as much as I can next week. I don't think I'll have enough energy to go to the other forest tomorrow, but if I don't hear anything tomorrow, I'll check out the other site on Wednesday. There are a lot of turkey in these areas, but thousands of miles of woods. |
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Post by jimstc on Apr 20, 2015 19:28:20 GMT -5
Go for it but stay within your safe boundaries. Go slow....
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Apr 20, 2015 20:15:13 GMT -5
Go for it but stay within your safe boundaries. Go slow.... Did you notice that I said thousands of miles of trees??? I was watching a movie with my wife and I thought, "Did I say that?" LOL I could be wrong, but I'm thinking this ridge that I'm on ties into the Amazon somewhere. Yes, if nothing else, I'll try to find a spot for when I get back. Thanks Jim! |
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Post by Genesis 27:3 on Apr 20, 2015 22:59:07 GMT -5
We'll be rooting for ya Jon!
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Apr 21, 2015 8:05:23 GMT -5
We'll be rooting for ya Jon! I saw one today! I was so excited; felt like a kid. I got there before sunrise, but didn't see any roosting. About 6:45, I called, but no reply. Went down to another spot and called around 7, but no reply. The were not vocal this morning. I started thinking that I'd go to the other forest, and started driving out. At about the 2 mile point into the forest, I saw one cross the road. He was probably a jake, but I would have shot him in a heartbeat if today had been Wed. He may have been coming to investigate my calls; I don't know. On the way out, I saw an old hiker. He says he walks 4 miles a day and was out looking for mushrooms today. He said that he hasn't heard any lately, but a few weeks ago he heard a lot. I'll go back tomorrow and shoot the first beard I see ...I won't look in the mirror.  |
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Post by Genesis 27:3 on Apr 21, 2015 10:22:05 GMT -5
Best of luck to you!
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Apr 21, 2015 11:05:41 GMT -5
Thanks Genesis! Will you be out tomorrow? I've never shot one, so I'll be happy with a jake. I'm thinking there must be more around there is I saw him. It was fun watching that bearded guy walk across the road. He didn't seem afraid of my truck at all. |
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Apr 21, 2015 11:07:05 GMT -5
Go for it but stay within your safe boundaries. Go slow.... Hey, now there's an avatar to be proud of. |
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Post by Genesis 27:3 on Apr 21, 2015 17:51:03 GMT -5
Thanks Genesis! Will you be out tomorrow? I've never shot one, so I'll be happy with a jake. I'm thinking there must be more around there is I saw him. It was fun watching that bearded guy walk across the road. He didn't seem afraid of my truck at all. Providing I get off work on time tonight I'll be out |
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Post by jimstc on Apr 21, 2015 18:46:15 GMT -5
Jon, ran across an ADA access hunting area today on 700 W up at Missi. Made me think of you. Great parking and a good trail for an ATV. Might be something to think about next year or deer season this year. I know it is a drive for you but might be worth evaluating. Heck, I'd go with you. That place is full of deer. Every place I stopped today had tracks in the mud.
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Apr 21, 2015 20:41:59 GMT -5
Jon, ran across an ADA access hunting area today on 700 W up at Missi. Made me think of you. Great parking and a good trail for an ATV. Might be something to think about next year or deer season this year. I know it is a drive for you but might be worth evaluating. Heck, I'd go with you. That place is full of deer. Every place I stopped today had tracks in the mud. Oh, this sounds good! I'm clueless as to where it is, but I think it would be worth it just to go with you. I'd like to have more options than I currently have. I didn't see a single deer track today or yesterday. All I need to do is go to their office and get a key. I'll look them up. Thanks! |
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