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Post by bubbas on Nov 29, 2007 10:34:13 GMT -5
Went to the wabash river the day after opening day for waterfowl was only 1 other Boat at the ramp and never saw the guy again that day
between My Bro and Myself We knocked down 2 greenheads and 1 shoveler also saw a big Doe (deer ) swim across the river what a sight that was
saw lots of Ducks and Geese just couldnt get them to come in to our spread but We had a great day on the River anyway
the older I get its more about the experience and memories than it is about bringing game Home
I didnt even Kill a Deer thelast 2 years didnt see anything I wanted to drag home but saw lots of deer and wildlife
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Post by johnc911 on Nov 29, 2007 12:43:30 GMT -5
Never hunted on a river or out of a boat wouldnt mind trying some day.
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Post by 10point on Nov 29, 2007 12:51:35 GMT -5
My neighborhood is above the Wabash here in Lafayette. I have a boat but have never taken it out duck hunting yet. It seems like the river always gets high this time of year and that keeps me away. I am a chicken when it comes to being on the river when the water is high. My motor is also old and I am afraid of getting stuck in the cold. I do know the areas around my place pretty well and may try it sometime after deer season if the water lever is right. I did shoot some doves this year off of a sand bar.
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Post by duff on Nov 29, 2007 13:21:17 GMT -5
If you are not prepared it's best to stay away. I believe there is always huntable areas in all water conditions, but you best be with a person who has experience in that situation and the right gear. Water and cold don't mix well if you can't get out quick.
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Post by bschwein on Nov 29, 2007 16:29:07 GMT -5
Never hunted the Wabash. I'd sure like to sometime. I'm sure there are tons of ducks to find when it gets right. It'll take me about 2-2 1/2 hours to get to it. Might just have to try it out this year if i get some good reports from over there.
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Post by bubbas on Nov 29, 2007 18:00:34 GMT -5
Hey Guys if You are going to Hunt the River when its up be VERY VERY CAREFUL You must respect it
I saw trees floating down the other day and I almost changed my mind about going
its amazing how fast it will rise and all
We Hunted the early Goose season and was draging the Boat off sandbars this time we had 5 ft of water next to the bank
PLEASE BE CAREFUL
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Post by pigeonflier on Nov 29, 2007 19:43:55 GMT -5
I am a river junkie.... I hunt all I can find..... No doubt you need to be prepared for any situation on a river,, and you must respect each one... High water is a even bigger respect.... Wabash has treated me well in the past,, up or down,, it has birds....
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