shootgun Posted March 13, 2021 Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 Had a cracking morning few days ago on one of my permissions, went out for a muntjac, and after shooting a doe, swapped the rifle for the fishing rod. Managed 3 jacks in about 45 minutes, and just as i was packing up a pair of canada came into land on the pool, so ended the morning with a left and right ( shotgun always ready whilst around water ) Superb morning and one happy landowner ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted March 13, 2021 Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 Well done, looks like a lovely day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted March 13, 2021 Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 Quite something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Neal Posted March 13, 2021 Report Share Posted March 13, 2021 Is there anything that more justifies the tag of "a mixed bag" ?! Well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddoakley Posted March 14, 2021 Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 That's a rather large hole in that muntjak! What did you make it with? Edd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shootgun Posted March 14, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2021 23 minutes ago, eddoakley said: That's a rather large hole in that muntjak! What did you make it with? Edd I only lost the rib cage, other than that , perfectly fit for consumption. The .270 left an unusual big exit wound , it does happen from time to time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted March 15, 2021 Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 On 14/03/2021 at 06:27, shootgun said: I only lost the rib cage, other than that , perfectly fit for consumption. The .270 left an unusual big exit wound , it does happen from time to time. I was just thinking that’s one hell of a hit on that munty I bet he didn’t run on? lovely day out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yates Posted March 15, 2021 Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 (edited) Cracking, well done, not jealous at all👍 Edited March 15, 2021 by yates Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted March 15, 2021 Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 (edited) I find it disappointing that your post, covering three different field sports, has so far only received six responses. Other threads covering such irrelevances as 'woke' and Harry and Megan are receiving much more attention. Pity. Edited March 15, 2021 by JDog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shootgun Posted March 15, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 9 minutes ago, JDog said: I find it disappointing that your post, covering three different field sports, has so far only received six responses. Other threads covering such irrelevanvaces as 'woke' and Harry and Megan are receiving much more attention. Pity. Thank you for your kind words! That's alright, i'm not so important... Just wanted to share my experience with like minded people... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old farrier Posted March 15, 2021 Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 Well done always good to have a memory day 👍😊 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTaylor91 Posted March 15, 2021 Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 What a day. I used to love pike fishing when I was a kid, couple of lures and spinners in a box and away you went, rod over the bike handlebars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spr1985 Posted March 15, 2021 Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 Looks like a cracking days sport was had! And the weather looks as though it was good too, the a400 looks great glistening in the sun 👌🏻 Mines hiding in the shadows of my cabinet 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgun Posted March 15, 2021 Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 A great day ! Ive been trying for a McNab like yours for a few years, mine would likely be a rabbit, pollack and greylag, so far only got as far as two in the same day..😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old man Posted March 15, 2021 Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 A great outing, well done and lucky to have the location. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marsh man Posted March 15, 2021 Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 1 hour ago, JDog said: I find it disappointing that your post, covering three different field sports, has so far only received six responses. Other threads covering such irrelevances as 'woke' and Harry and Megan are receiving much more attention. Pity. Having never shot , or wanted to shoot a deer with a rifle , or caught Pike for that matter I couldn't say how bigger a achievement this would be , I have shot plenty of geese in what we would class as the shooting season but never shot any in March , also it might have put a few members off in answering seeing a small deer with a large part of it's belly missing . So for some members it was a dream come true , and for others maybe it was best to keep there thoughts to themselves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WalkedUp Posted March 15, 2021 Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 4 minutes ago, marsh man said: never shot any in March I am similar wrt the geese. I’m all in favour of pest control, the geese are just large wood pigeons and very destructive. But for some reason it looks wrong to my eye even though I know it isn’t. Nonetheless it’s a fantastic achievement and demonstrates a very rounded sportsman with ability I’m distinct areas of fieldwork. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shootgun Posted March 15, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 16 minutes ago, marsh man said: Having never shot , or wanted to shoot a deer with a rifle , or caught Pike for that matter I couldn't say how bigger a achievement this would be , I have shot plenty of geese in what we would class as the shooting season but never shot any in March , also it might have put a few members off in answering seeing a small deer with a large part of it's belly missing . So for some members it was a dream come true , and for others maybe it was best to keep there thoughts to themselves. To make it clear , that small deer it was an adult muntjac doe, invasive species and very destructive for the enviroment, same like the canada geese, and they got no close season. March, August or January, it makes no difference to me as the landowner wants them gone. If i'm not doing it, he's going to bring someone else in my stead. As for the belly, nothing was missing, just a slighty bigger than usual exit hole on a perfect heart and lungs shot , that deer was dead before it touched the ground. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WalkedUp Posted March 15, 2021 Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 1 minute ago, shootgun said: March, August or January, it makes no difference to me as the landowner wants them gone. If i'm not doing it, he's going to bring someone else in my stead. Agree 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6.5x55SE Posted March 15, 2021 Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 1 hour ago, shootgun said: To make it clear , that small deer it was an adult muntjac doe, invasive species and very destructive for the enviroment, same like the canada geese, and they got no close season. March, August or January, it makes no difference to me as the landowner wants them gone. If i'm not doing it, he's going to bring someone else in my stead. As for the belly, nothing was missing, just a slighty bigger than usual exit hole on a perfect heart and lungs shot , that deer was dead before it touched the ground. May i politely suggest you ring Natural England reference shooting Canada Geese under general license as it's not as simple as shoot them anywhere anyhow also they do still have a season which means a different set of rules/regulations than when they become out of season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Neal Posted March 15, 2021 Report Share Posted March 15, 2021 1 hour ago, 6.5x55SE said: May i politely suggest you ring Natural England reference shooting Canada Geese under general license as it's not as simple as shoot them anywhere anyhow also they do still have a season which means a different set of rules/regulations than when they become out of season Where are you getting your info from? I'm not aware of any current season of any sort for Canadas. https://basc.org.uk/advice/quarry-species-shooting-seasons/ Quote *Canada geese This species can be shot throughout the year (i.e. during the close season) in England, Wales and Scotland only under the terms and conditions of specific general licences https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/wild-birds-licence-to-kill-or-take-to-prevent-serious-damage-gl42/gl42-general-licence-to-kill-or-take-certain-species-of-wild-birds-to-prevent-serious-damage Table 1: action you may take to prevent serious damage, shown by species Species (scientific name) for which action is to be taken Livestock - direct attack Livestock - feedstuffs and spread of disease Crops, fruit and vegetables Fisheries Inland waters Canada goose (Branta Canadensis) No No Yes Yes Yes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scolopax Posted March 16, 2021 Report Share Posted March 16, 2021 18 hours ago, JDog said: I find it disappointing that your post, covering three different field sports, has so far only received six responses. Other threads covering such irrelevances as 'woke' and Harry and Megan are receiving much more attention. Pity. anyone shooting Canada Geese out of season will not get a ‘well done’ from me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shootgun Posted March 16, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2021 23 minutes ago, scolopax said: anyone shooting Canada Geese out of season will not get a ‘well done’ from me. Wasn’t looking for a “well done “ just sharing my experience... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhastings Posted March 16, 2021 Report Share Posted March 16, 2021 Thanks for sharing great job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisjpainter Posted March 16, 2021 Report Share Posted March 16, 2021 Absolute jerk. Which is it; buster? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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