Best time?

[roundy]

During summer and our much warmer evenings whats the best time (in the evening) to go decoying pigeon?

[wymberley]

During summer and our much warmer evenings whats the best time (in the evening) to go decoying pigeon?

Hi,

Really, how long is a piece of string. Starting time has so many variables. As the evenings are now starting to pull in, I like to get out a bit early (yep, I noted you said evening) as although it may be a bit quiet you get the chance to snaffle a couple for the flappers or rotary so that you're all set up when they really start their last meal. What I would say, is that don't be in too much of a hurry to pack up. Cruising into the local sitty tree for a shufti tends to cease as it gets later and more often than not they'll come straight into the decoys. On a good day, the last hour can be quite hectic. The countryside will tell you when it's gone to sleep.

Good luck,

Cheers

[steve_b_wales]

I've always found that just after first light works well. Pigeons come off the roost and are hungry, so start looking for food. Same applies for Crows/Jackdaws. Early evening is also a good time as well.

[roundy]

I suppose what I should have said is "if I go to the other half's farm and setup around 6ish will I be too late?"

[Martin g]

I suppose what I should have said is "if I go to the other half's farm and setup around 6ish will I be too late?"

If your in the right spot, you should have some good sport right up until they go to roost.. I'll be out myself tonight at the same time.. :blink:

[wymberley]

I suppose what I should have said is "if I go to the other half's farm and setup around 6ish will I be too late?"

Nope, just ignore what I said about taking the opportunity to snaffle a few beforehand.

Cheers