steve_b_wales Posted October 13, 2011 Report Share Posted October 13, 2011 The Poacher and me decided to try our luck once again on the crows/jackdaws. We intended to set up in a field that had turnips planted in,but as there were too many sheep in there, we decided to go to our old place. We set up and were ready to go by 06.50. It was misty and still a bit dark, but that soon went, and we were rewarded with a lovely sunny morning. About 10 minutes after setting up, 2 crows came over the decoys, and were quickly dispatched by Mark and myself. We used them on my rota, and the jackdaws soon came into the pattern. Some were shying away from the rota, something they have'nt done before. We put it down to them being shot at by us in the past, and that made them wary. We had some good shooting for the first 2 hours, with jackdaws coming in to the decoys in two's and three's.We placed the dead birds on the floaters and also on the ground as decoys. At 10.30am, things went quiet, and there was nothing about. Mark went for a walk down the field where the turnips were, and reported back that there was a mix of about 80 crows/jackdaws. We decided to try our luck, and re-set up just outside the field. We had another 2 crows and a few jackdaws, but there was a lot of waiting in between. After about an hour, we decided to try the first field again, and withing 2-3 minutes of setting back up, jackdaws came flying in, and we shot(and missed) quite a lot. We finished at 3pm,and our total bag was 24 jackdaws, and 4 crows picked up. 5 jackdaws were lost in the woods again,but we were certain they were dead. All in all, another cracking day was had, and we both enjoyed the warm weather for a change. We've decided to try the same field one more time soon, and then move on to another farm. Our total tally over 4 shoots is 156 birds, which for such a small farm that has never been brilliant for shooting, is good, and the farmer is more than pleased. The photo shows the end result from today. My thanks, as always, to Mark, for his company and good shooting. See you soon mate for another crack at them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barrie0 Posted October 13, 2011 Report Share Posted October 13, 2011 Nice one Steve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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the poacher Posted October 13, 2011 Report Share Posted October 13, 2011 another enjoyable day mate as allways,we put a few in the bag again we give it 1 more bash and then move on to our next farm which hopefully will give us good results,i forgot to mention though we must leave the pigeons alone :blink: as if............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dolphin Posted October 13, 2011 Report Share Posted October 13, 2011 [ good bag again mate well done atb dolphin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_b_wales Posted October 13, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2011 another enjoyable day mate as allways,we put a few in the bag again we give it 1 more bash and then move on to our next farm which hopefully will give us good results,i forgot to mention though we must leave the pigeons alone :blink: as if............. Yes, pigeons are lovely birds and should not be shot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FOXHUNTER1 Posted October 13, 2011 Report Share Posted October 13, 2011 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM Posted October 13, 2011 Report Share Posted October 13, 2011 Top stuff that Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deputy dog Posted October 13, 2011 Report Share Posted October 13, 2011 Another good few hours shooting Steve/ Poacher. Looks like you two really got the eye in on the crows :good: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fruity Posted October 13, 2011 Report Share Posted October 13, 2011 Crow shooting the best Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebarrels Posted October 13, 2011 Report Share Posted October 13, 2011 Well done steve :good: BB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boristhedog Posted October 13, 2011 Report Share Posted October 13, 2011 Good day out again lads. Nice write up too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steyr 6.5 Posted October 13, 2011 Report Share Posted October 13, 2011 Nice shooting chaps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon123 Posted October 14, 2011 Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 Well done boys, Good shooting :good: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coyotemaster Posted October 14, 2011 Report Share Posted October 14, 2011 Good shooting Steve, you guys are pretty hard on the crows and jackdaws! I am sure that keeps your invitation to hunt the property in good stead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_b_wales Posted October 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 15, 2011 Good shooting Steve, you guys are pretty hard on the crows and jackdaws! I am sure that keeps your invitation to hunt the property in good stead. It sure does. The farmer is always well pleased when we get results like this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandmartin Posted October 15, 2011 Report Share Posted October 15, 2011 Nice bit of blackie bashing! I hate 'em so keep on hammering 'em! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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