Rexcernui Posted December 1, 2013 Report Share Posted December 1, 2013 I would like to ask for some advice regarding shooting in woods. I have a perm that is mostly deciduous woodland and when there was cover on the trees I managed to fill the pot with all sorts. Now however I cannot seem to get anything apart from the odd squirrel. I used to move slowly about and with the cover I managed to stay fairly concealed . With the trees being bare and a thick cover of dry leaves movement is a loud affair. Should I get into a hide and wait? There are a few places that I could get into and remain concealed but tbh I seem at a bit of a loss. I always thought that this type of shooting was a mobile affair but it just isn't working. Any advice most gratefully received . RC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildfowler.250 Posted December 1, 2013 Report Share Posted December 1, 2013 What are you trying to shoot? To me, rough shooting is walking around with a dog and trying to flush game Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rexcernui Posted December 1, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2013 There are a few bunnies here and there, Corvids pigeons and the odd pheasant. It's just me,no dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildfowler.250 Posted December 1, 2013 Report Share Posted December 1, 2013 Best I could suggest is either walk around quietly like you mentioned. Or you could sit under a tree that the pigeons use a lot/wait near a rabbit warren. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KFC Posted December 1, 2013 Report Share Posted December 1, 2013 Face veil and gloves are essential to me. Pink faces show up too easily in woods at this time of year. I oten use a lightweight pierced camo net hung between two trees and shoot through the net. it breaks up my movement which is a giveaway in still winter woods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mossy835 Posted December 1, 2013 Report Share Posted December 1, 2013 what i do is find a spot,sit there and let it come to me, works well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
utectok Posted December 1, 2013 Report Share Posted December 1, 2013 Get a dog? You won't regret it Wx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rexcernui Posted December 1, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2013 Thanks for the advice. Going tomorrow so will try making a hide. Hopefully get something for the pot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leadbreakfast Posted December 1, 2013 Report Share Posted December 1, 2013 Look for droppings on the floor stand still and wait for them to roost, or walk it normally and try flush a few pheasant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Essex Hunter Posted December 1, 2013 Report Share Posted December 1, 2013 Get a couple of bags of wheat, then scatter some around under the bushes just a few handfuls here and there do it every other day for a week then have a walk around. I am sure any pheasant's will find it.... TEH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisherman Mike Posted December 1, 2013 Report Share Posted December 1, 2013 shoot it less frequently and I guarantee results will improve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zx10mike Posted December 1, 2013 Report Share Posted December 1, 2013 being a sneaky ****** with good camo including face and hands.i ased to were cam cream and walk from tree to tree using cover if your using an air rifle.if shotty then get a buddy to walk the other side of the wood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cottonseed Posted December 6, 2013 Report Share Posted December 6, 2013 It's a very basic thing, but when you enter this woodland are you taking account of the wind? You need to have the wind/breeze blowing into your face. This will help avoid being heard and/or scented by, for example, rabbits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rexcernui Posted December 6, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2013 Always take heed if the wind. It makes me decide which route to take. I went this week and managed a pheasant and a couple of tree rats. I found that slow progress and settling into cover every once in a while seemed to work. Thanks for the advice I am very grateful. RC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demonwolf444 Posted December 6, 2013 Report Share Posted December 6, 2013 If anything roosts there you could try roost shooting some pigeons, not rough shooting but bloody good sport and you should get the chance at pigeons, squirrels, and any other fair game that presents its self. ( if any birds roost there. ) James. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catweazle Posted December 6, 2013 Report Share Posted December 6, 2013 Look for trees with plenty of ivy growing on them and hide 30yds away. If you can find a tree that splits in two at ground level this can be a comfortable place to shoot from as you can lean backwards to avoid pulling your neck as you keep watching for the birds to come in to the ivy. I like short barrels in dense woodland, they don't get caught up so much, and sxs seem to work better for me for "snap" shooting. If shooting at squirrels always be ready for a second shot at a woodie that takes off when you shoot, sometimes they're really close. Use a tight choke on squirrels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted December 7, 2013 Report Share Posted December 7, 2013 I would like to ask for some advice regarding shooting in woods. I have a perm that is mostly deciduous woodland and when there was cover on the trees I managed to fill the pot with all sorts. Now however I cannot seem to get anything apart from the odd squirrel. I used to move slowly about and with the cover I managed to stay fairly concealed . With the trees being bare and a thick cover of dry leaves movement is a loud affair. Should I get into a hide and wait? There are a few places that I could get into and remain concealed but tbh I seem at a bit of a loss. I always thought that this type of shooting was a mobile affair but it just isn't working. Any advice most gratefully received . RC Have you considered if you quarry is actually using the area at this time? sounds daft but wild birds etc do move with the changes that occur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazbev Posted December 8, 2013 Report Share Posted December 8, 2013 (edited) Look for droppings on the floor stand still and wait for them to roost, or walk it normally and try flush a few pheasantSound a advise, also you mentioned rabbits, are they feeding in openings on grass or out from the wood? The edges surrounding these feeding places will hold rabbits,if you know someone with a dog you will bound to flush something out or up and if you flank it,will probably be in a good place to shoot it.if not walk the edges through at dawn or dusk slowly but try to cover all the ground because you will be amazed how they can sit tight,you can walk within two feet of a pheasant and it won't move.If you are serious about shooting you will need a dog. It's the most enjoyable way to shoot in my opinion,it can be heart pounding sport. Good luck,I have nowhere to shoot rabbit now and it is probably my favourite meat Edited December 8, 2013 by gazbev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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