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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Jun 29, 2013 16:35:41 GMT -5
If one doesn't have a dog, when does one retrieve the shot ducks? Is it okay to leave them in the water for a while, or do you launch your boat and get them each time?
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Post by pigeonflier on Jun 29, 2013 20:09:29 GMT -5
You will get n a grove of knowing how long it will take each time and how far away each bird is! Or maybe how windy it might be. Current might force ya to go after each bird instantly. Each time will require a different set of circumstances!! Does that make any sorta since?But,, once you get a fat stinkin river smellin stank dog,, you will never leave home without one!!!!! I love her!!!
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Jun 29, 2013 21:45:46 GMT -5
You will get n a grove of knowing how long it will take each time and how far away each bird is! Or maybe how windy it might be. Current might force ya to go after each bird instantly. Each time will require a different set of circumstances!! Does that make any sorta since?But,, once you get a fat stinkin river smellin stank dog,, you will never leave home without one!!!!! I love her!!! This is really good pigeonflier. I'd love to have a dog like you mentioned. I have an American Bulldog 120lbs; he likes fetching, but he can't swim. He sinks like a rock, not enough fat on him. Me on the other hand... Thanks! |
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Jun 30, 2013 9:32:38 GMT -5
I guess I have a really stupid question. Will a shot duck sink after a while? :-) I'd sure hate to lose one.
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Post by duff on Jun 30, 2013 18:13:14 GMT -5
I guess I have a really stupid question. Will a shot duck sink after a while? :-) I'd sure hate to lose one. Not that I know of but it will float away, get eaten by turtles lost in brush, come back to life etc... Tend to get them asap for those reasons but if sure its dead and i have a good mark will leave if more birds are working |
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Post by duff on Jun 30, 2013 18:13:22 GMT -5
I guess I have a really stupid question. Will a shot duck sink after a while? :-) I'd sure hate to lose one. Not that I know of but it will float away, get eaten by turtles lost in brush, come back to life etc... Tend to get them asap for those reasons but if sure its dead and i have a good mark will leave if more birds are working |
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Post by mossberg500 on Jul 1, 2013 20:02:30 GMT -5
I have a friend who uses a rod and reel and throws a spoon to snag the birds , not sure if that's LEGAL or not but this site does have a conservation officer who can tell you and me if this method is LEGAL or not
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Jul 1, 2013 20:08:53 GMT -5
I have a friend who uses a rod and reel and throws a spoon to snag the birds , not sure if that's LEGAL or not but this site does have a conservation officer who can tell you and me if this method is LEGAL or not Hey Moss, I can be creative, but I must say that I haven't thought about fishing for them.  The DNR does list many different ways that are illegal to catch them, but in this case they are dead or well on their way. |
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Post by mossberg500 on Jul 1, 2013 20:14:25 GMT -5
I did forget to mention that he does live in a different state and he doesn't have a hunting dog to Retrieve waterfowl , and the funniest thing is that's what he mainly hunts is waterfowl .
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Jul 1, 2013 20:19:08 GMT -5
That guy needs a best friend; I can swim faster than any dog.
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Post by Woody Williams on Jul 1, 2013 20:31:09 GMT -5
I have a friend who uses a rod and reel and throws a spoon to snag the birds , not sure if that's LEGAL or not but this site does have a conservation officer who can tell you and me if this method is LEGAL or not Probably would be legal but I'd have a valid fishing license in my pocket if I was casting a lure to retrieve a duck. Every cast won't snag the duck and you might get a big old bass hitting the lure on the retrieve... |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 3, 2013 7:39:30 GMT -5
You don't want to use a spoon. Use a floating lure such as a spook or rapala and one with several large hooks. Duscks won't sink. but you have to make sure they are dead dead. If not, they will motor off. Also if theres a wind blowing, they will move with the wind. Pretty hard to finish off cripples some times, especially if they won't raise their heads. You might carry a few 6's (steel) for cripples.
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Jul 3, 2013 19:23:40 GMT -5
You don't want to use a spoon. Use a floating lure such as a spook or rapala and one with several large hooks. Duscks won't sink. but you have to make sure they are dead dead. If not, they will motor off. Also if theres a wind blowing, they will move with the wind. Pretty hard to finish off cripples some times, especially if they won't raise their heads. You might carry a few 6's (steel) for cripples. Thank you timex! If they are crippled, can I shoot them in the water? Is it legal to shoot a healthy duck in the water? |
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Post by goosepondmonster on Jul 4, 2013 0:46:43 GMT -5
As I understand it is legal, but not considered sporting. As I was told, "it happens."
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2013 8:05:58 GMT -5
Shooting cripples is as sporting as it gets. And ethical and part of your responsibilities to retrieve wounded game.
As for shooting sitting ducks (or other flying game)its ok too. You dont make a deer run before you shoot it either.
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Jul 4, 2013 9:29:27 GMT -5
Shooting cripples is as sporting as it gets. And ethical and part of your responsibilities to retrieve wounded game. As for shooting sitting ducks (or other flying game)its ok too. You dont make a deer run before you shoot it either. I'm happy to hear this. Thanks! I appreciate it. |
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Post by goosepondmonster on Jul 4, 2013 9:32:26 GMT -5
My post was in reference to a sitting duck. I should have clarified.
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Jul 4, 2013 9:39:53 GMT -5
Sorry GPM, I didn't see your response until now. I got it. I'll get them up.
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Post by goosepondmonster on Jul 4, 2013 10:11:12 GMT -5
Sorry GPM, I didn't see your response until now. I got it. I'll get them up. I've been told a sitting duck, while not necessarily sporty, is your best shot at a clean kill. |
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Jul 4, 2013 10:22:26 GMT -5
Sorry GPM, I didn't see your response until now. I got it. I'll get them up. I've been told a sitting duck, while not necessarily sporty, is your best shot at a clean kill. I'm all about a quick kill, but I'll have to give him a sporting chance to survive past me ...which will probably just be to the other side of the pond. :-) I really appreciate all you guys teaching me. I'm green. |
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The DNR does list many different ways that are illegal to catch them, but in this case they are dead or well on their way. 
