smithy73 Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 Is it worth using veg peeling's for rabbit hunting,i have use of a golf course for lamping only,but the rabbits are very wary,and leg it as soon as the lamp hit's them,no matter how bright the light is,so would baiting an area help keep them in one place for a little longer?there are only 3 of us with permission to shoot this course,So surely they can't be lamp shy,i try to go as random as possible,and am in contact with one of the other shooters,the third guy has'nt been for months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruno22rf Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 Ive never heard of baiting rabbits but im sure someone on here has-if they are lamp shy why not lie in wait near the burrys and shoot them as the light fades? im guessing that as its a golf course its not smothered in rabbits and that each population is quite concentrated-should be easy to control the numbers if you just wait for them-restrict ranges to where you can be sure of a clean kill and wait till they are away from the holes before shooting them-if one makes it back to the warrenb kicking and sqealing then, apart from being cruel, you can kiss sport goodnight for a fair while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithy73 Posted March 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 The burrows are in thick undergrowth,so the rabbits appear in open ground,the golf course owners want them controlled,because they are digging holes all over the course,and there are loads of them,i was having a fair amount of success,i even bagged 4 on a clear night,with a strong wind blowing behind me,walking towards them across an open practice field (the only way).the 4 got spooked,i stopped they all came back out of the bushes,i was lying down,took one out,and this carried on for about an hour til i got all 4.Now it's all changed,and i can't get near them,i have seen a few babies about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleeh Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 Is it worth using veg peeling's for rabbit hunting,i have use of a golf course for lamping only,but the rabbits are very wary,and leg it as soon as the lamp hit's them,no matter how bright the light is,so would baiting an area help keep them in one place for a little longer?there are only 3 of us with permission to shoot this course,So surely they can't be lamp shy,i try to go as random as possible,and am in contact with one of the other shooters,the third guy has'nt been for months. Rabbits won't nessercerly be lamp shy because people are shooting them with lamps, - they just have to of had a 'bad experience' with lamps (like trucks going past them with headlights on). Anyways, - I'm not sure that you're golf course will want you leaving rotting piles of veg out on a golf course, - and if you're going to go to all that trouble to bait them, you might as well as use a trap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruno22rf Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 If i was faced with this problem i would just ask around for someone with ferrets-but it might be a bit late if youngsters are about-you could snare them or just carry on laying and waiting for them-if they are really timid i would use a .22 silenced rimfire from 60-70 yards back.I cant help but think that you may be a little impatient -why not enjoy the sport while it lasts?-not a criticism so please dont be offended-but once they are gone so is your sport. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdubya Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 I had similar probs as you on a golf course, resolved by working a warren at a time at first light mid summer ( only time I could beat the golfers) you could always try this? http://www.shootmore.co.uk/ cheers KW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleeh Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 I had similar probs as you on a golf course, resolved by working a warren at a time at first light mid summer ( only time I could beat the golfers) you could always try this? http://www.shootmore.co.uk/ cheers KW Rubbish like that is just an excuse for lack of fieldcraft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 Correct me if I'm wrong, but I thought it was illegal to bait most animals to shoot them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radio1ham Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 (edited) well i think i have to agree with the above the rabbit he shot couldnt of been more than 25 feet away from him thats not hunting just another gimmik for some one to make money if you do it right you wont need any of that stuff he was more than likely sitting just away from the rabbit set which may of been just other side of the thicks wonder if he any good at proper rabbit shooting or would he have to use his magic spray **** anyone thats hunting rabbits or even stalking deer wont need any of that kind of stuff just down to good knowledge and fieldcraft and last but not least common sense and stay up wind of them so they cant smell you Edited March 30, 2009 by radio1ham Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithy73 Posted March 31, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2009 Cheers to everyone who replied,all point's taken,perhap's it is down to impatience,i'm sort of teaching myself,with info from top people on a top site like this,everything should fall into place THANKYOU ALL AGAIN.(peeling's are in the bin lol) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westcountryman Posted April 1, 2009 Report Share Posted April 1, 2009 I had similar probs as you on a golf course, resolved by working a warren at a time at first light mid summer ( only time I could beat the golfers) you could always try this? http://www.shootmore.co.uk/ cheers KW That stuff hides your scent, something Deer hunters (american ones anyway) have done for a while with pine scent. I don't think you can effectively bait rabbits, as there is normally plenty of grass for them and unlike domestic rabbits (and bugs bunny) they don't go round chomping on piles of carrots. Best is to lay up and wait for them to come out to eat at dawn or dusk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Itchen Posted July 14, 2010 Report Share Posted July 14, 2010 Correct me if I'm wrong, but I thought it was illegal to bait most animals to shoot them. nah, he's not baiting them...just leaving them for the sweet little robins and finches! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colster Posted July 15, 2010 Report Share Posted July 15, 2010 (edited) I agree with hartford, if it's not illegal it's certainly not very sporting and probably pointless. The rabbits are where they are because they're eating, they're not going to stay rooted to the spot because they can't resist your veg peelings. Patience my young padwan, hunting rabbits with an air-rifle is by no means easy. It puts a much greater emphasis on fieldcraft as you have to get up close to an animal that has extremely well developed survival instincts. Edited July 15, 2010 by Colster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adymorris Posted July 18, 2010 Report Share Posted July 18, 2010 you just need to pitch up within range before they start coming out of their warrens and wait - no wonder solution, just patience and a steady aim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UKPoacher Posted July 18, 2010 Report Share Posted July 18, 2010 Full moon and a decent scope. Sit and wait. You'll be surprised what you can see in moonlight with a 6x40 scope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Celticranger Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 Is it worth using veg peeling's for rabbit hunting,i have use of a golf course for lamping only,but the rabbits are very wary,and leg it as soon as the lamp hit's them,no matter how bright the light is,so would baiting an area help keep them in one place for a little longer?there are only 3 of us with permission to shoot this course,So surely they can't be lamp shy,i try to go as random as possible,and am in contact with one of the other shooters,the third guy has'nt been for months. You won't be able to bait Rabbits. I control Rabbits on a Golf course, and find it best in places where they are wary is to get there as soon as the Golfers have finished and tuck in to cover. Have you thought about one of the camo hides that are advertised? Also controlling Rabbits on a Golf Course is a necessity, I have taken out 1249 in 2 years, going twice a week. The damage was horrendous up till I arrived, costing thousands in repairs. Keep at it, you will gain in experience, use a red cover on your lamp, and remember walk quiet, takes practice. Any other info you want mail me. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beretta28g Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 Night vision may be the way to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted July 31, 2010 Report Share Posted July 31, 2010 Correct me if I'm wrong, but I thought it was illegal to bait most animals to shoot them. What makes you think it is illegal, just about every animal you can think of has a bait developed for it, boar, deer, fox, squirrel, rat, lots of birds, etc, etc...so just what makes you think it is (or should be) illegal to bait most animals If someone can show me some legislation saying it is illegal I will learn something, until then it isn't! Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lottie Dave Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Given the nature of quarry and the landscape bait should not enter into it. Stealth and some forward planning on your part should be. Reccy the area. Be aware of any cover that can be advantage to you. Consider any wind direction. The bunny may not see you but if other things aren't in your favour he will know your presence. Be patient, let them come out. Their biggest advantage on you is smell and hearing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KANO Posted August 8, 2010 Report Share Posted August 8, 2010 Never heard of baiting rabbits....but there is a very interesting article in the september issue of air gunner...Titled " The secrets out " by Steve price junior WELL worth a read..talks about human scent......I think a MUST read for all rabbiters Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyshooter Posted August 8, 2010 Report Share Posted August 8, 2010 Night Vision is the way to go, Geofferey at Nightvisiosupplies---07958392392 does a digital NV addon that fits on the back of your scope at a very reasonable price of £399--00 inc of a DSA, this with a good laser ir Illuminator will spot rabbits out to 200+ yds, and is cost effective as you only need to use the one gun, atb brian ps i am just a satisfied customer of nightvisionsupplies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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