djrwood Posted April 17, 2010 Report Share Posted April 17, 2010 Going decoying tomorrow for the first time. Looking forward to it and hope we get a few. the pigeon have been on this field for the last few days so hopefully will be about again tomorrow. I'll post a few photo's on here either showing success or just our set up so you fella's can tell us what we did wrong Thanks Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocker3 Posted April 17, 2010 Report Share Posted April 17, 2010 Going decoying tomorrow for the first time. Looking forward to it and hope we get a few. the pigeon have been on this field for the last few days so hopefully will be about again tomorrow. I'll post a few photo's on here either showing success or just our set up so you fella's can tell us what we did wrong Thanks Dan good luck hope alls good for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SSS Posted April 18, 2010 Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 Good luck mate, one piece of advice I will give you is, make sure your hide is good, spend some time making it blend in and looking natural. Its one thing I was taught and it really helps you. Let us know how you get on. All the best, SSS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris64 Posted April 18, 2010 Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 Dont be to hasty let them come into the decoy's & stay calm dont rush your shot it'll just frustrait you, GOOD LUCK it's agrrrrrreat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. Posted April 18, 2010 Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 Good luck mate Don't make the mistake I used to make; let them come right in, so they're literally 10-20 yards away and a few feet off the ground. Don't try and shoot them if they're 40 yards out, otherwise it's a wasted shot. Especially if there's 2 or 3 that are coming down, as you want them as close as possible so you can get all of them. Wear suitable clothing and make sure you cover your head and face if possible. They will spook off the smallest of things, so your bright white face will easily scare them if you're not hidden. If you can't cover your face, get your head right behind the netting and peek through it. Keep your barrels just above the netting, or you might snag it when you stand to shoot. Don't sit down, or you'll not keep an eye out for pigeons. It'll literally keep you on your feet looking for pigeons. Oh and finally and most important; If you're not sure. Don't shoot! Stock doves look very similar to pigeons, but you can't shoot them. They are slightly smaller and have a different wingbeat. All the best, I'm sure you'll have a great time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chezza1986 Posted April 18, 2010 Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 Didn't get many but tried Pigeon for the first time and I liked it. Was a good laugh though. What you say woody?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djrwood Posted April 18, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 Didn't get many but tried Pigeon for the first time and I liked it. Was a good laugh though. What you say woody?? Yes it was brilliant. Newly weekly operation. I'll post the pic's when i get a min later Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UKPoacher Posted April 18, 2010 Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 Good luck mate Don't make the mistake I used to make; let them come right in, so they're literally 10-20 yards away and a few feet off the ground. Don't try and shoot them if they're 40 yards out, otherwise it's a wasted shot. Especially if there's 2 or 3 that are coming down, as you want them as close as possible so you can get all of them. ......................... All the best, I'm sure you'll have a great time! Yeah! Wait till they've got their flaps open and landing gear down - then blat 'em! Saves all that pesky swinging through......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomV Posted April 18, 2010 Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 Didn't get many but tried Pigeon for the first time and I liked it. Was a good laugh though. What you say woody?? How many did you finish with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djrwood Posted April 18, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2010 Check this thread i've posted about our day Here Only 4 woodies but they made two nice sandwiches atb Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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