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Post by indyqdog on Feb 3, 2011 21:16:48 GMT -5
hey guys. my name is quentin and i am a junior at hamilton southeastern high school (in fishers close to noblesville). long story short (actually a little lengthy, but its worth it!), my parents are not opposed to hunting by any means, i just don't have anyone to teach me. Believe me when i say ive done my research. I've wanted to hunt for 6 years and im finally taking the initiative. i have no land. my parents are not to thrilled with the idea of me getting a firearm if i cant hunt but a bow is a possibility.However, i am a pretty good shot with a shotgun at the Indiana gun club and any .22 rifle. (oh and im pretty good with a bow... or at least i like to think so) you may wonder how i get to shoot all these things and never get to hunt. well the answer is simple. 3 years ago my friend, an avid hunter, moved to maryland and has 28 acres to shoot and have good ole fun on but i obviously can only go once a year. Getting camo would not be a problem nor would any gear besides a bow/ firearm. Anyways, bottom line is that in all sincerity, i have a desire to learn about hunting... anything. from upland birds to the beautiful white tail to turkey, i am anxious to learn. whether it be sitting in on a hunt (my absolute dream) or getting information on youth hunts (or hunting in general). i would appreciate any response. i know turkey season is coming up and small game is still in season (to my knowledge) so im pretty excited about that. Please just let me know if there are any people or organizations i could get in contact with to help me get out and start learning more about conservation and hunting. Happy hunting, and God Bless.
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Post by whiteoak on Feb 4, 2011 0:07:24 GMT -5
Does any of your friends hunt? If so maybe one of their parents may be able to help. Have you ever tried to get your Dad involved in the sport? If you want to bowhunt join a local archery club. Most people are happy to help out a beginner. Visit a local archery pro shop, they will get you set up with the right equipment. Stay away from Bass Pro and Gander Mountain type stores. Take a hunter education safety course the IDNR host. There are several guys on here that will answer any question you have in regards to shooting, hunting, or the outdoors in general and provide you with good advise.
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Post by kirch86 on Feb 4, 2011 4:05:59 GMT -5
I was about your age when I started hunting. Close to the same situation. I started out hunting squirrels. If you can talk your parents into it. You can pick up a new or used .22 for pretty cheap. Squirrels are in almost every woods and there are usually pleanty of them. Easy to hunt and you can look up videos on how to clean them. There is lots of info on the internet on ways to hunt them. Take a saturday and go to the hunter education course. You will learn a lot about firearm safety from them. It might be a good idea to try to talk one of your parents into going with you. Have you asked around school to see if any of your friends are into hunting?
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Post by DEERTRACKS on Feb 4, 2011 7:34:50 GMT -5
Welcome Quentin. Glad to have you on board. As far as hunting land goes I would more than happy to give you a tour of numerous great public hunting areas in the Morgan-Monroe Forest & the Northern portion of Yellowwood Forest in Brown, Morgan, & Monroe counties for squirrel, turkey, deer, & coyote. Rabbit, quail, & grouse are pretty thin in these areas though.
Round-up some county & topo maps to check out the location of these areas. Be warned that my hunting-safety rules & ethics are very strict! IMPORTANT!!! YOUR FOLKS HAVE TO BE ABSOLUTELY COOL WITH THIS FOR ME TO CONSIDER HELPING YOU GET STARTED! PM me if you are interested.
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Post by indyqdog on Feb 4, 2011 8:33:39 GMT -5
hey guys! wow thanks for the responses already. as far as friends hunting, most of my friends are too caught up in whatever sport they play for the school. There is way too much politics and drama on those teams. So I prefer sports that are laid back in nature that you can do with your friends. such as hunting. haha Also, the kids that i do know that hunt usually do it with their parents and are too hesitant to ask if i could come. thats ok though. i understand some people have it as a family thing which is great! Also, I was wondering where the local archery club is! Once again, thanks for the responses and i look forward to more hopefully
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Post by turkeyscout on Feb 4, 2011 8:56:29 GMT -5
..hey indyqdog, i would recommend getting your hunter ed class in first, check on D.N.R. WEB SITE on line...they have classes at fort harrison state park(317-591-0904) this is at the office, they can tell you when the next class is, also ganders mountain(317-577-1114) at castleton sometimes has hunter ed. classes... then look in to getting your youth license before you turn eighteen..............turkey scout
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Post by boneheadhunter on Feb 4, 2011 9:23:57 GMT -5
I agree with the other guys that it is really important that take the time to go through a hunter education course. That way you have the back ground knowledge to get off on the right foot. There is an online version of the course If you are unable to attend one in person. Here is the link: www.hunter-ed.com/Indiana/index.html |
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Post by indyqdog on Feb 4, 2011 11:02:33 GMT -5
its pretty cool that i can take the class for free and then pay after i pass the test. looks like im going to start today!
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Post by worley on Feb 4, 2011 15:12:56 GMT -5
These guys are leading you in the right direction...Do the course, and ALWAYS / Always be ethical and follow the rules...Who knows maybe a little help around a local farm could in return get you some hunting rights...When I was your age, I would do anything around a farm for hunting rights...You work hard, be respectful, and you will be suprised what kind of doors may open. Some of my best memories were chasing squirrels on a local farm, and then pursuing deer on the same farm. Good luck!
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Post by indyqdog on Feb 4, 2011 23:40:55 GMT -5
hey guys! a bit of an update: i have started hunters education online and have gotten to Unit 3 of 9 total. i have taken 3 quizzes only missing one. (What is the most commonly used material used in a rifle projectile? i put tungsten and once i clicked next i immediately knew it was lead) I CANNOT thank you guys enough for the support
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Post by worley on Feb 5, 2011 14:01:41 GMT -5
Keep up the good work...You are heading in the right direction...Good luck  |
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Post by indyqdog on Feb 6, 2011 22:32:39 GMT -5
completed hunters education. passed final exam with a 74/75. 97%!!
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Post by turkeyscout on Feb 7, 2011 8:55:41 GMT -5
Congratulations indyqdog...............turkey scout
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Post by Genesis 27:3 on Feb 7, 2011 16:18:46 GMT -5
Good luck with your endeavor! I also am a self taught hunter who had to pick up advice, tips, and gear from others to get me going. I love every minute I get to spend in God's creation matching wits with His critters! I'm sure you will too. My first deer hunt was in a 3 acre wood lot and I harvested a doe and that is still one of my most memorable hunts yet because I did it alone. I'm sure you find that this forum has so many wonderful people from all over the state that will be more than happy to answer questions for you and the guys that live close enough to you may be able to help with a little more. Good luck and God bless! ;D
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