undes596 Posted November 30, 2012 Report Share Posted November 30, 2012 Hi all! New to this forum and would like some advice. I tonight have been granted permision to shoot crows on some local land (65acres) which crows are attacking the freshly planted wheat with my shotgun. Was wondering how everyone else gets sucess when there out shooting crows. Ive heard an owl decoy are great investments and will bring 'every crow in the county' to have a pop at it, is this true? Open to ideas so anything would be much appriciated! Thanks guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.philmypower. Posted November 30, 2012 Report Share Posted November 30, 2012 I've never had much joy with an owl decoy. Some people use a stuffed fox, same idea but that will cost you a few quid. My advice would be half a dozen decoys and make sure your very well hidden. You will need a face net and also gloves, if they see white there gone, cunning birds. Also as you shoot a few birds get them out to, I prop their heads up with a kebab stick there about 500 for a quid. As you get more in to it you could possibly start thinking about adding a little movement into your pattern with a flapper or a few bouncers, and possibly consider a caller. But practice before using it as if you get it wrong it will not go in your favour. Best of luck, don't forget to let us all know how you get on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ayrshiretaxidermy Posted November 30, 2012 Report Share Posted November 30, 2012 Hi all! New to this forum and would like some advice. I tonight have been granted permision to shoot crows on some local land (65acres) which crows are attacking the freshly planted wheat with my shotgun. Was wondering how everyone else gets sucess when there out shooting crows. Ive heard an owl decoy are great investments and will bring 'every crow in the county' to have a pop at it, is this true? Open to ideas so anything would be much appriciated! Thanks guys! Im wondering, how did these crows gain access to your shotgun? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebarrels Posted November 30, 2012 Report Share Posted November 30, 2012 When shooting corvids the main thing to get a decent bag, is concealment and good field craft keep movement to an absolute minimum until the last minute,and let the birds commit fully I normally use a few decoys set out in a random pattern,and replace with shot birds,i woudnt say anyone method of getting the birds to commit will always work im afraid its trial and error,and you really will need to work at it,try the owl but don't rule out a rotary,flapper,lofting decoys and a normal decoy pattern,also try using a crow caller But one thing I will say on shooting corvids especially crows/rooks don't underestimate them,they are very clever birds and learn very quickly BB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruno22rf Posted November 30, 2012 Report Share Posted November 30, 2012 (edited) "Crows are attacking freshly planted wheat with my shotgun" Wow thats some serious crows!!! Birds are most likely Rooks m8 and can be a pain to fool into coming within range.Normal scenario is to shoot one or two after which word get round on the bush telegraph and you dont see another one in range until the second you A/ Take a leak B/Put your gun down to improve your hide or C/ plant your backside onto the seat of your car.Buy some flocked decoys and make sure the sun is behind you when building your hide.Get the most comprehensive cammo gear that you can afford ~(including a face veil)-a crow can tell what colour eyes you have before you are even aware that its in the vicinity.Spend time watching where they are feeding or where the flight line is the day before you shoot-make your recce as late as possible because things change by the hour.A dead Rabbit with its insides hanging out can work-better if you have a decoy Magpie in a nearby bush as well.In my experience ,once you get about 10 the rest seem to get easier but the first 10 are rarely easy.I,ve seen some good results recently with a chap using a stuffed Fox standing over a dead bird-could be worth considering.Good luck and let us know how it goes. Edited November 30, 2012 by bruno22rf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B725 Posted November 30, 2012 Report Share Posted November 30, 2012 I have used a dead fox that I shot, with the decoys set near it and they went mental at it I seem to have better results if you get set up before it breaks light. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweedledee Posted November 30, 2012 Report Share Posted November 30, 2012 tried the owl,not worth a toot.. get there early with ten plastic decoys and a call, the crows will come to you... shot thousands this way ..... have nt used a shotty in years,would bankrupt me now lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
undes596 Posted December 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2012 Thanks everyone! Wow your advicecis greatly appreciated and sorry no crows in notts with shotguns just my poor editing skils haha! Will let you all know how i get on tomorrow! Alarm is set for 5:00 and cant wait!!! Thanks so so much, i cant stress it enough!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.philmypower. Posted December 1, 2012 Report Share Posted December 1, 2012 5am wow someone is excited. Good luck today mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tweedledee Posted December 1, 2012 Report Share Posted December 1, 2012 Funny just about time to start shooting here now.no crows on the move here yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swiss.tony Posted December 1, 2012 Report Share Posted December 1, 2012 that 5 am giddiness will soon change when you sit there 2 hrs freezing for nothing so how many you get? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_b_wales Posted December 1, 2012 Report Share Posted December 1, 2012 Get yourself a Primos Power Crow caller. When used correctly, it will draw birds into your pattern. It really is an excellent bit of kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.philmypower. Posted December 2, 2012 Report Share Posted December 2, 2012 Any one know how he got on? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruno22rf Posted December 2, 2012 Report Share Posted December 2, 2012 His body was discovered early this morning,a police spokesman said that recognition was difficult because crows had fed on it for several hours.A shotgun and every form of decoying paraphernalia was found nearby but no cartridges-whoops. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derbyduck Posted December 3, 2012 Report Share Posted December 3, 2012 (edited) thats typical aint it a guy asks a genuine question and gets a bunch of phiss take ! well done the keyboard heros..... Edited December 3, 2012 by derbyduck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruno22rf Posted December 4, 2012 Report Share Posted December 4, 2012 If you are refering to me,derbyduck,you need to wind your neck in-I've given good advice regarding the blackstuff and my final comment was an attempt at humour (wasted on some,obviously) If the OP takes offence at my post I will gladly apologise and remove it-if he needa a mouthpiece,however,I'm sure he will be in touch,,,, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corvid wings Posted December 9, 2012 Report Share Posted December 9, 2012 ha ha ha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karpman Posted December 10, 2012 Report Share Posted December 10, 2012 thats typical aint it a guy asks a genuine question and gets a bunch of phiss take ! well done the keyboard heros..... Sorry I thought it was hilarious, and maybe the op will too if he ever returns to let us know how he got on. Karpman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitebridges Posted December 10, 2012 Report Share Posted December 10, 2012 Get yourself a Primos Power Crow caller. When used correctly, it will draw birds into your pattern. It really is an excellent bit of kit. They take a bit of getting used to but top class bit of kit. I've pulled then in from way off using one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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