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  2. Wood vs Feral

    in Talk From The Field

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    13 minutes ago, Fellside said:

    In my area there’s a lot of ferals near any large cattle sheds - but also a good population of stock doves. Sometimes they can look virtually identical in profile. I have therefore taken to only shooting birds with a significant amount of white in their plumage. This means that some ferals slip through the net - but I still manage a good number of ‘flying rats’ in with the woodies. 

    Very similar here. The ferals come off of nearby grain silos. Maybe I’ve been lucky not seeing any stock doves as they do seem abundant in other areas. That’s a very good idea about the plumage and something I’ll probably stick to as it’s definitely not a mistake I’d want to make. 

  3. Wood vs Feral

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    1 minute ago, WalkedUp said:

    In my experience:

    Shape - when flying Stock doves have a rounded head that is conical on the body with no discernible neck. 

    Flight - they have a more rounded wing and don’t seem to flap as much 

    Colour - stock doves are always darker in the wing tip 

    Great info, thanks 👍🏼

  4. Wood vs Feral

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    9 minutes ago, WalkedUp said:

    Watch out for stock doves, very easy to identify from flight and shape but I have seen so many shot by accident. 

    Absolutely. I’ve let quite a few ferals go as I wasn’t 100% sure. We have a lot of collared doves around too so it pays to be careful.

    I haven’t seen any stock doves but out of interest, what makes them stand out in shape and flight?

  5. Wood vs Feral

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    7 hours ago, GingerCat said:

    I like feral coming into the pattern, I feel they make far better decoys flying about and circling like they do then any magnet or flapper.

    100% agree. Once they start coming in they make every pigeon in the area take notice.

  7. Wood vs Feral

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    Does anyone else find that ferals come into decoys a lot more than woods?
    Sometimes I’m still setting up and they are coming in. There is a good flock of them but there’s plenty of woodies around too. 
    Just curious as to others experience?
     

     

  9. Experience needed

    in Shooting/Ferreting/Beating Wanted

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    32 minutes ago, bruno22rf said:

    Done this before - couple of hours with an experience gun then a note to the FEO giving an opinion on the suitability of the applicant. Quite happy to do it again if you need but I'm in Bucks . 

    That’s incredibly kind of you bruno22rf. I just may take you up on that offer at some point.

  10. Experience needed

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    3 minutes ago, Rewulf said:

    The only issue with that is the land will still need clearing, the FEO will look at FAC air as only slightly less dangerous than .22lr.
    Dont forget , some FAC air guns are 100 ft lb , and you dont get to specify on the application that its only such and such power.
    If theres a problem clearing one , if wont make a huge difference clearing another.

    Good point! I think my first job should be chasing up the land being cleared!

  12. Experience needed

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    13 minutes ago, Rewulf said:

    No problem , push them to get that land cleared, and if all else fails PM me , and Ill either mentor you , or put you in one of my clubs to get your 'reason' while you wait for them to get their act together.
    I know its a trek to Notts, but the best I can offer :good:

    That’s a fantastic offer and very much appreciated!

    8 minutes ago, figgy said:

    What about fac air as a way of getting a foot in the door and being able to clear some pests.

    Push the force to clear the land then you have a reason to possess a .22 LR.

    Thanks figgy. I’ll certainly look into that.

  14. Experience needed

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    I was told by the fao that I need more experience (someone to vouch for me) as I can’t prove my experience with a rifle due to the little experience I have being obtained in Canada.
    I’ve held a SGC for sometime which is why the section one shotgun was issued. it was agreed that once I’ve got a bit more experience it would be easier to apply for a variation than refuse my application and re apply.

    im not aware of any clubs apart from Cambridge GC which have only been to a few times. 

    I do have a permission that was needing to be cleared by a different police authority but COVID came and stopped everything in its tracks.

    its all a bit long winded but hopefully that gives you an idea!

  15. Experience needed

    in Shooting/Ferreting/Beating Wanted

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    Hello all, 

    I’m in March, Cambridgeshire and in need of some rifle experience. I’ve got my FAC but only for a semi auto 12 bore. I need a bit more experience before I can apply for a variation and get a .22LR added to my ticket. 
    unfortunately I don’t have anything to offer in return Shooting wise but I thought this was the best place to start and ask for help. 
    many thanks,

    Paul.

  17. Cambridgeshire Police FAC

    in General Shooting Matters

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    1 hour ago, Mullard83 said:

    Cambs are quite reasonable. I was invited to do my renewal early by them & it was sorted in a few weeks & that even inc a mix up with details of my serial numbers they had entered incorrectly. For a first time application it may take a bit longer, but they certainly are helpful & as efficient as they can be. If you are concerned about the time being taken, just give them a call & ask how far along you are in the process. They have always been friendly & reassuring whenever I have called them.

    Dan.

    Thanks Dan, that’s good to know. I’m happy to wait. I learnt my lesson when getting my SGC... it comes when it comes! 😂

  20. New to the game

    in Talk From The Field

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    6 minutes ago, figgy said:

    Of haven't done so yet go to a clay ground and get some practice in. When the birds come you'll be a better shot.

    Staying still in the hide out of sight is the hardest thing to learn.

    I’ve been on the clay ground for a while which has definitely helped.

    You’re absolutely right with the staying still part. I’m a half decent shot but getting in the right position and having patience is a skill!! 

  21. New to the game

    in Talk From The Field

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    Hello....

    i’ve lurked on here for long enough and thought it was about time to get involved.

    i managed to get myself a permission to shoot on a field through luck more than anything else, right place and time if anything! 

    It’s a linseed field but surrounded by maize and a recently harvested field at one end. Lots of sitty trees and plenty of pigeons coming and going. 

    I haven’t had time to sit for hours but I’ve managed a couple of mornings and afternoons over the last few weeks and I’m finding my way as I go. I’ve read tips on here and I’m slowly getting to grips with it.

    I hit some and I miss some but the time spent in the field watching the birds come and go and weather pass (luckily in the distance) has been a fantastic experience. Sometimes I haven’t had an opportunity to pull the trigger but being in the great outdoors among nature and watching it pass by is one hell of a way to spend your time and great for the soul!

    Thanks to the regular posters on here. It’s a great resource and great for us beginners!

  23. Cambridgeshire SGC

    in General Shooting Matters

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    Thanks for the reply Tightchoke.

    I definitely won’t be pestering them but they are now over the 12 weeks stated online. The email I sent last week was my first one and I made sure it was after the 12 week period.

    As you say though if they are busy there’s not a lot I can do about it. Just gonna be patient and go with it!

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