barrold Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Evening all, This morning i got my first ever bird on the foreshore down on the wash. It has to of been the best experience of my shooting life so far. After a confidence bashing geese flight yesterday where i missed 2 geese i decided today, my 17th flight out, was gonna be my day. I hardly got any sleep last night thinking about what the morning may bring and when my alarm went off at 0330 i was quick to jump out of bed. A glance out the window showed a heavy mist and a steady breeze, wondering what effects the mist would have on the flight i thought, only one way to find out, foreshore here i come. Flask and gun in hand i jumped into the car and off i went. I got to the car park nice and early and had a steady stroll down the sea wall. The mist was so thick at this time i couldn't make anything out and ended up slipping down the bank a couple of times, laughing at myself as i dragged myself back up. i eventually made it out to my spot, poured a nice brew and waited, listening to the wind blowing through the grass. Before i knew it all i could here was zzzzzzzzzzzz. Last nights lack of sleep must of caught up with me! However the best sounding alarm i have ever heard soon woke me up "wink, wink". sitting looking into the eerie mist had a spooky exciting feel to it, catching slight glances of birds wizzing by at great speeds sent shivers down my back. I thought, not long and hopefully the geese will be up. Gazing into the distance 4 widgeon flew right over my head from behind scaring me half to death. ******!! flipping typical! I waited and waited, enjoying the morning call of a pheasent in the distance and watching the curlew dance around the sky. Well i thought, looks like its not my day, suppose i'd best pack up. Then, just as i was about to pack up whoosh another 4 widgeon, falling onto my back and swinging through i got a shot off and down it went. I could hardly contain myself, shouting out "you little dancer" i quickly ran off to retrieve the best duck ever. It took abit of finding but when i got it i was absolutley buzzing!!!!! It may only of been one little widgeon but it meant more than any pheasent or pigeon i've ever had! A big thank you to Oxfordfowler and Ayano3 for all there advice, for taking me out and showing me the ropes and for answering my constant barrage of questions Cheers Gents Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzypigeon Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 congratulations fella........ many more of those days and memories to come!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reabrook Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Well done. It's a great feeling when it all comes together. Enjoy your dinner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Very evocative and meaningful. Good for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lister1 Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Well done matey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wildfowler12 Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Well done mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silver pigeon 3 Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Well done mate, a bird you will remember for a long long time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Take loads of photos before you eat it. Well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrycatcat1 Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Well done BOB I am jealous :good: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigger Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Well done that man nothing like getting your first foreshore bird you will be hooked for life now, one other thing you can see why it's handy to have a dog on the foreshore and IMO is essential for all wildfowling activities although there are certain times when you can possibly get away with it..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highbird70 Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Really enjoyed your writing and a massive well done, it most have been a great feeling. :yahoo: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anser2 Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Well done and the first of many to come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ayano3 Posted October 23, 2012 Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 Well done mate, nice to see you got your first duck and what a great write up. Maybe you missed others while you were snoring but you woke up in time. I'm sure I can speak for Oxford too when I say its never been a pain answering all the questions we get, its good to know there is people like yourself who will keep wildfowling in hands for the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosd Posted October 23, 2012 Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 Excellent write up, and well done on your first! Still waiting to down my first wildfowl anywhere, but it'll come.... Cos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big bad lindz Posted October 24, 2012 Report Share Posted October 24, 2012 `I had my first bird on a beach many years ago long before I thought about shooting` . But seriously, well done is gives you a great buzz I am sure you cant wait for the next time out. And I am sure like many other fowlers you will enjoy the mornings out even though you dont shoot anything and when you do its all the better. This is my 5th season at it and I am still learning a lot, mostly to do with weather & tide conditions. Make sure you start a diary of every time you go out and not just the mornings or nights that you bag something. Cheers,BBL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dougall Posted October 24, 2012 Report Share Posted October 24, 2012 Brings back memories...will never forget my first day on foreshore.......one of best days ever...as the light comes up and you start to hear the distant honking as the squadrons form..........amazing...I froze, fell in ditches/it hailed/horizontal snowed hands turned blue and never got a shot at a goose.....to some that would sound like a disaster days shooting,I found it great for the soul.!!.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greylag Posted October 24, 2012 Report Share Posted October 24, 2012 Well done mate.Long time since I had my first foreshore duck,but its something you will never forget.As for the zzzzzzzs we have all done that after an early start.Long may you enjoy our wonderful sport. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barrold Posted October 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2012 Well done BOB I am jealous :good: :lol: Cheers Hcc, hopefully see you for a trip out and a bite of breakie soon sir Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barrold Posted October 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2012 Well done that man nothing like getting your first foreshore bird you will be hooked for life now, one other thing you can see why it's handy to have a dog on the foreshore and IMO is essential for all wildfowling activities although there are certain times when you can possibly get away with it..... Hi tigger, thanks for your post. I have too say i totally agree with you. A dog is at the top of my 'things to get list'. Its very difficult without one, i have to be very selective and can't shoot a tide unless i have a mate with a dog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barrold Posted October 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2012 Cheers everyone for your posts, i've enjoyed reading them and its added to the experience for me, especially hearing about you other nutters who go out in all weathers at daft times of the night with nothing to show for it but great memories of beautiful mornings and a good laugh with like minded people. What a great sport Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigger Posted October 24, 2012 Report Share Posted October 24, 2012 Hi tigger, thanks for your post. I have too say i totally agree with you. A dog is at the top of my 'things to get list'. Its very difficult without one, i have to be very selective and can't shoot a tide unless i have a mate with a dog It's great to have a dog/dogs as company as well as them there to retrieve birds makes the whole experience 100x better IMO...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
otherwayup Posted October 24, 2012 Report Share Posted October 24, 2012 A lovely write up. 10/10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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