fieldwanderer Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 Aside from permission that actually has pigeons on it to decoy that is :blink: I've got; Guns (see list) 12 shell Decoys + 12 more in the post somewhere Camo clothing camo Netting Hide poles (washing line props) Ammunition I've Had a few good days decoying but it only really seems to work at harvest time on my permission (there's simply not enough birds in the air any other time), so the idea this year is to really make the most of those few weeks and look for better permission to justify any purchases. The only thing I've really missed on previous outings is a comfortable seat, the question is; Keeping everything fairly cheap, what would you add to my kit and why? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schmoo Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 Aside from permission that actually has pigeons on it to decoy that is :blink: I've got; Guns (see list) 12 shell Decoys + 12 more in the post somewhere Camo clothing camo Netting Hide poles (washing line props) Ammunition I've Had a few good days decoying but it only really seems to work at harvest time on my permission (there's simply not enough birds in the air any other time), so the idea this year is to really make the most of those few weeks and look for better permission to justify any purchases. The only thing I've really missed on previous outings is a comfortable seat, the question is; Keeping everything fairly cheap, what would you add to my kit and why? Hide seat is a must, well is for me. A post a few days ago was really good, it showed you step by step how to make one cheaply. It was titled "hide seat" cheap. Cracking bit of kit he has made at a fraction of the cost. I now take a piece of waterproof foam made from the stuff around the edge of a garden trampoline, to put my feet on while sitting down, it seems to help to keep my feet a bit warmer, while sitting for hours waiting and waiting and waiting for something to fly into range. Face veil too for me is a must. Plastic bags to get your quarry home, is something I always seem to forget too. Schmoo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bionic Man Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 Maybe a big old 80 litre bergen to hump it all into location? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smig4373 Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 Radio,Flask,clips/pegs to hold net to poles in breezy conditions,knife/multi tool,Brim hat for sunny/wet days.. My next purchase is going to be a large fishing umbrella.. The list goes on...I use a 25litre barrel with foam gaffer taped to the bottom as a seat.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweedledee Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 gets to be too much to carry.travel lightly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smig4373 Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 gets to be too much to carry.travel lightly Your right...I use an Army style canvas bag,seat in the bottom,decoys and battery on top,i carry magnet,carts,gun etc over shoulder...It does get a bit silly tho...Im lucky that i can drive to most of my hide sites... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ayano3 Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 If you dont have a seat do what I did and get a fishing box Seat In mine you will find 2 nets, 12 FUDS, clips for holding the net to the poles, Flask, battery for magnet, magnet body and base, empty cigarettes packets after those desperate days, empty cases, fold away spade, dead bird props. I have an old trolley to transport it when conditions allow but its still fine to carry it on the strap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motty Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 Hide seat is a must, well is for me. A post a few days ago was really good, it showed you step by step how to make one cheaply. It was titled "hide seat" cheap. Cracking bit of kit he has made at a fraction of the cost. I now take a piece of waterproof foam made from the stuff around the edge of a garden trampoline, to put my feet on while sitting down, it seems to help to keep my feet a bit warmer, while sitting for hours waiting and waiting and waiting for something to fly into range. Face veil too for me is a must. Plastic bags to get your quarry home, is something I always seem to forget too. Schmoo. I wouldn't use plastic bags for carrying dead birds - i use hessian sacks or something similar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magman Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 Aside from permission that actually has pigeons on it to decoy that is :blink: I've got; Guns (see list) 12 shell Decoys + 12 more in the post somewhere Camo clothing camo Netting Hide poles (washing line props) Ammunition I've Had a few good days decoying but it only really seems to work at harvest time on my permission (there's simply not enough birds in the air any other time), so the idea this year is to really make the most of those few weeks and look for better permission to justify any purchases. The only thing I've really missed on previous outings is a comfortable seat, the question is; Keeping everything fairly cheap, what would you add to my kit and why? Spare time to watch flight lines and a magnet + bouncer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malkiserow Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 Joking apart.... Toilet paper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ack-ack Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 Joking apart.... Toilet paper Easily over looked Dock leaves are like Clint Eastwood.................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smig4373 Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 Joking apart.... Toilet paper Good call Sock or jeans pockets are rough...I have been known to use a pocket off my Combats.. :oops: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrispti Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 I wouldn't use plastic bags for carrying dead birds - i use hessian sacks or something similar. Army ''dobey'' bags are good LINK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fieldwanderer Posted June 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 9, 2012 Thanks all, actually my list wasn't entirely exhaustive; I do carry hat, knife and usually a couple of sheets of kitchen roll, plus food and drink where required. Flight lines is a tricky one really, there aren't any! Or to be more accurate- apart from harvest time, there aren't enough pigeons in the air to be able to spot them (it's only really a small permission). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the crowman Posted June 9, 2012 Report Share Posted June 9, 2012 (edited) Joking apart.... Toilet paper there's nowt better been on your own throne let the bears **** in the woods :) Edited June 9, 2012 by the crowman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Essex Hunter Posted June 9, 2012 Report Share Posted June 9, 2012 Easily over looked Dock leaves are like Clint Eastwood.................. Only Oak leaves in reach the other day..... TEH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrispti Posted June 9, 2012 Report Share Posted June 9, 2012 (edited) I would strongly recommend NOT to use the ''dog'' technique, sitting bare backside and dragging ones self along the floor using your front leggs :blink: Edited June 9, 2012 by chrispti Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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