muncher Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 I had my eye on a field of rape that was getting plenty of attention. I nearly shot it on Friday but thought I'd wait until Saturday,much to my disappointment two shooters were already in situ at 9 o'cock. I drove to several other fields and no joy I nearly went home but I decided one last field to have a look at ,a field that has been mostly destroyed and I thought the pigeons had lef it be When I arrived a few birds were down and a few joining, oh well better than watching telly so I lugged my gear over to the far side and set up after 2 hours I had about 15 and the pigeons decided they wanted the other side of the field so I packed up and moved over to the other side. Straight away the pigeons came decided nicely .I had 50 cartrdges left when I moved and when I shot the last one at 3.30 I packed up with 50 exactly in the bag. The highlight of the day for me was 5 doubles on the trot as I've been in a bit of poor form recently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 A good outing for you and that beautiful dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marsh man Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 You picked the right day to be out pigeon shooting after all the wet and cold weather we have had just lately , Saturday was the first day this year I was shooting with just a jumper on , although it didn't last long as we are back to cold , gloomy weather. Your dog look in peak condition and have got the looks of a perfect gundog , and well done on the doubles. Where was the other half of N / Norfolk hot shot duo M + M ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeon controller Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 Great result and report well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oowee Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 Nice bag and pic well done you two :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muncher Posted April 9, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, marsh man said: You picked the right day to be out pigeon shooting after all the wet and cold weather we have had just lately , Saturday was the first day this year I was shooting with just a jumper on , although it didn't last long as we are back to cold , gloomy weather. Your dog look in peak condition and have got the looks of a perfect gundog , and well done on the doubles. Where was the other half of N / Norfolk hot shot duo M + M ? Motty was at work, but he had a go on Friday.Woodie is a very good fowling dog strong and very fit but he has a very strange scatter brain,super keen and has a strane way of knowing were a planed out goose has gone. I planed one out on a tide flight and sent him for it he was gone over 25 minutes and I was by now up to my waist in the sea,I daren't leave him but was getting a tad nervous only for him to come swimming back with the pink,he repeated this twice more during the season,not bad for a young dog. Edited April 9, 2018 by muncher Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penelope Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 11 minutes ago, muncher said: Motty was at work, but he had a go on Friday.Woodie is a very good fowling dog strong and very fit but he has a very strange scatter brain,super keen and has a strane way of knowing were a planed out goose has gone. I planed one out on a tide flight and sent him for it he was gone over 25 minutes and I was by now up to my waist in the sea,I daren't leave him but was getting a tad nervous only for him to come swimming back with the pink,he repeated this twice more during the season,not bad for a young dog. That retrieve he made on that wigeon when you came down to me was something else! 350-400yds against a strong ebbing tide and not marked either? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muncher Posted April 9, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 Yes that was something special, did worry me a bit as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aga man Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 Well shot muncher. I would be very happy with a bag of 50 at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mossy835 Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 i would be happy with a bag of 20.well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilksy II Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 Great shooting muncher, I’ll try that, moving hides when it drys up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clodhopper Posted April 9, 2018 Report Share Posted April 9, 2018 Nice result. Good decision to make the move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbutd Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 I want Woodie..a touch of the athlete there;He reminds me of Big Al's dog Ted.Same determination & athleticism,& they do it all for your praise. Five doubles in a row should have lifted your heart after being ousted from your first choice & then had to work hard for your shooting.This wet weather makes any moving of hides & gear a daunting prospect,trudging through cloggy mud. I hope you had another 'double' back in front of the fire after such a good day. This weather is driving me crazy as far as getting out is concerned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motty Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 22 hours ago, Wilksy II said: Great shooting muncher, I’ll try that, moving hides when it drys up Changing hide position can make all the difference. Though I am loathed to do it, it can make the difference between no shooting whatsoever and a good bag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marsh man Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 I have shot most of the fields I go on a number of years now and you get to know where the prime decoying positions are in different wind positions , on the day I plan to shoot I will sit and watch for a little while before I cart my gear and set up , with me only going now for 3 / 4 hours I like to get it right first time , although during the duration you are there , things can and do go wrong , like the wind changing directions , hedge cutting or work being done to close to your set up. If by then I have only got a small amount of time I will up stumps and call it a day , on the other hand , if I had only just started I will grin and bear it and move lock stock and barrel to a more likely spot . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenholland Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 sometimes you think you have picked the right spot every thing is laid out you get yourself all cosy , then the pigeons say over here over here , it's a bit of a wrench but moving can make all the difference as said with a result. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 I really dislike moving my hide position. Not only is it hard work it is an admission of failure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilksy II Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 2 hours ago, motty said: Changing hide position can make all the difference. Though I am loathed to do it, it can make the difference between no shooting whatsoever and a good bag. Yeah it’s only out of bone idleness that I haven’t, but if possible I.e horses/houses I’ll give it go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marsh man Posted April 10, 2018 Report Share Posted April 10, 2018 1 hour ago, JDog said: I really dislike moving my hide position. Not only is it hard work it is an admission of failure. In my early days , If that was the case I would have to admit failure more times than I got it right , them moving up to the next level , because I nearly got it right and I was getting some shooting I stayed put where I knew by moving I could have most probably got more shooting although at times through unforeseen circumstances or very poor judgement I did move , whereas this day and age I am never in no hurry and I know each field fairly well so getting it wrong and have to move is possible, but highly unlikely . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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