anser2 Posted April 4, 2015 Report Share Posted April 4, 2015 Old age comes to us all Jdog and I have had my senile moments, forgotten the gun on several occasions, but one of the worse was to drive down to the marsh in the dark with my reading glasses on and then wondering why I could not see the duck until they were almost landing on my head. I tend to try and keep everything in the car , decoys, hide ,, a few boxes of shells , boots , coat , hat and so on so if I do forget anything there should be a spare in the car. It works pretty well until I have to clear out part of the car (living alone my car is a single seater, the passenger seats are for storage) to make room for a passenger and then I can’t find things. But by keeping most things in the car all I have to worry about is the gun and cartridge bag, plus a couple of dead pigeons for the magnet, that is if I remember to take them out of the freezer the night before. I would not recommend keeping a few spare dead pigeons in the car as the smell can get pretty offensive after a warm day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
victorismyhero Posted April 6, 2015 Report Share Posted April 6, 2015 For Jdog https://youtu.be/Xv1tMioGgXI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Worzel-gummidge Posted April 6, 2015 Report Share Posted April 6, 2015 For Jdog https://youtu.be/Xv1tMioGgXI Brilliant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandalf Posted April 6, 2015 Report Share Posted April 6, 2015 Superb - And I thought it was just me and The Memsahib. Been there, done it and bought the T Shirt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobba Posted April 7, 2015 Report Share Posted April 7, 2015 ................... Experience has however taught me nothing is foolproof ! A handkerchief is the most necessary often forgotten bit of kit ! And toilet paper!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marki Posted April 7, 2015 Report Share Posted April 7, 2015 Jdog, get yourself an apprentice. There is every chance he might forget as well but then you have someone to clip 'round the ear. I put 100 in mine a few weeks ago........and still have 80 odd left in there! I put a 100 in mine some time ago, there are 120 now. They've been untouched for so long that they've evolved and started breeding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted April 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2015 Jdog, get yourself an apprentice. There is every chance he might forget as well but then you have someone to clip 'round the ear. I put a 100 in mine some time ago, there are 120 now. They've been untouched for so long that they've evolved and started breeding. I had several apprentices before I left the Cotswolds but I have yet to find one up here and there are no volunteers as yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marsh man Posted April 7, 2015 Report Share Posted April 7, 2015 I had several apprentices before I left the Cotswolds but I have yet to find one up here and there are no volunteers as yet. When Archie Coats was finding it hard going due to having both his hips replaced , his good lady would take him to his chosen field , set his decoys out , leave him warm and comfortable and go back when his day is done , clear up for him and get him home for refreshments and a hot bath...............I am not suggesting anything , but showing Mrs JDog how to set up on your lawn might come in handy in the not to distant future Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShropshireSam Posted April 7, 2015 Report Share Posted April 7, 2015 After several trips where I forgot one crucial thing......gun....magnet arms....etc. I compiled a check list that is now posted just inside the garage door......now before I leave I run through the list. Works for me. I keep my kit in the 4x4 most of the time but the list helps me to remember the odd things I take out ....like batteries to recharge and gun/ammo to lock up. Similar to a previous post; my Grandad, a man of great wisdom said I would forget my balls if the good Lord hadn't put them in a bag for me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeon controller Posted April 7, 2015 Report Share Posted April 7, 2015 I had several apprentices before I left the Cotswolds but I have yet to find one up here and there are no volunteers as yet. How about Motty???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenholland Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 got my first pension last week was going to get some memory pills but I could not remember where I had seem them for sale ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted April 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 How about Motty? ? ?? I am afraid that if I went out with Motty the roles would be reversed and I would be the assistant carrying all of the kit and be the subject of cruel and forthright comments when I inevitably missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenholland Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 you could claim carers allowance jd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motty Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 I am afraid that if I went out with Motty the roles would be reversed and I would be the assistant carrying all of the kit and be the subject of cruel and forthright comments when I inevitably missed. I would be very kind and carry 75% of the kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted April 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 I would be very kind and carry 75% of the kit. .............and what about the rude comments? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenholland Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 you two remind of the film the odd couple sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motty Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 .............and what about the rude comments? I couldn't promise anything! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yickdaz Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 take him out with you one day motty, the posts after the day would be priceless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motty Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 take him out with you one day motty, the posts after the day would be priceless If 'The Dog' wants to join me for a day at harvest, he is more than welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 I am afraid that if I went out with Motty the roles would be reversed and I would be the assistant carrying all of the kit and be the subject of cruel and forthright comments when I inevitably missed. Your right to be thinking that JDog , he is like that even when its me who has invited him . He gives a little sigh when you miss too , when you miss as much as I do it can get a little annoying . If Motty invites you then your expected to carry 100% of the kit and clear up any loose feathers at the end of the day But I have to say despite that he is not bad company. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yickdaz Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 If 'The Dog' wants to join me for a day at harvest, he is more than welcome. ball is rolling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIDENSEEK Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 If 'The Dog' wants to join me for a day at harvest, he is more than welcome. I won't be the only one who wants to see the video on Youtube! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted April 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 I won't be the only one who wants to see the video on Youtube! Then I am afraid that you will be disappointed, with one of us at least as I am very dull and can't shoot for toffee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 (edited) Then I am afraid that you will be disappointed, with one of us at least as I am very dull and can't shoot for toffee. Well we have something in common because that is exactly how motty describes me . Edited April 8, 2015 by fenboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aga man Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 Then I am afraid that you will be disappointed, with one of us at least as I am very dull and can't shoot for toffee. Bull ****! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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