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Why start a dick measuring contest? I think Curtis’s point was if you shoot them close you can get away with smaller loads. I personally think that shooting 3.5” whatevers at geese that are out of range, is an expensive, pointless, endeavor.

I don’t want this thread to turn into a pissing match. I’ve hunted central Iowa public for many years. Had some great hunts and had some not so great. Since Covid, there’s been way more turkey hunting activity…still good hunting to be had, just have to do your homework, and not be afraid to walk.

Whatever he does, I would do the opposite. The dude has a long history with game laws. He also sucks at prescribed burning. Lol

I hunt in southern warren just north of the Lucas line. We were hit hard in 19, killed a stud buck in 22, but still aren’t seeing numbers of deer like we should. Decided late season to not shoot any does as deer numbers still seem down, that will probably be the strategy for this year as well.

Skip, I’d try some coyote gland lure this time of year.

How about high bush cranberry. AKA viburnum trilobum

When I’ve trapped high deer density areas, I tried to make my sets in areas where it was less likely for deer to be at. Was not a perfect solution, still managed to have a few sprung by deer.

Correct, I’m not making minor adjustments every time I run my saws. I just like the ability to tune the saw as needed. Whereas, the e carburetor saws require a trip to the dealer. Which basically kills the day of being productive

Yep. Curtis is spot on!

Could you imagine?! If i attempt this, I’m going to need the blood bank on speed dial. Many good men have been lost trying to basal bark treat a MFR bush!

No experience with the electronically carbureted saws. Im sure they’re nice, until they need some work and you have to find a dealer with the tools necessary to fix them. I know a little bit about small engines and take a lot of pride in being able to fix my own stuff when it acts up. Not being...

No, we already have plenty of effective weapons. However, will you support amendment 69696969 which states that I, and I alone can shoot deer with my a rifle of my choosing with aid of a thermal scope, on any property I so choose. I also am awarded the governors “super” tag, which entitles me...

When I was a tree trimmer, the saw we used most was the 362. I own one, I love it! Great all around saw.

I found one dead on the road in central Iowa 6 or 7 years ago. It was wide open ground, I always thought they preferred brushy habitat. I have it tanned and on my wall.

I agree Skip. Unfortunately, with Iowa coyotes selling for a crisp $5 bill it’s hard to justify it as a trapper, especially with high gas prices. I’ll drive to catch some $20 beavers, but I’m a WAY more effective beaver trapper, and they’re generally easy to catch.

Finished out on otters.

The republicans are beholden to the Farm Bureau, who want all deer killed. Look at all the current republicans have done or tried to do to screw outdoorsmen. They’ve even gone as far as trying to make it illegal to purchase more public ground. I’m not a fan of the democrats, but at the state...

It was poor for us too. Saw 2 deer on the farm. Hard to imagine 130 acres in southern iowa, managed for deer, only had 2 on it. Did a push on the neighbors pasture with a ditch, kicked out 6 or 7. It was a bummer of a weekend for sure.

Also, that was a joke. Curtis is sitting next to me, and I’m just having a little fun. Great deer by an even better guy!

Should’ve let him go another year!!! Hard to kill giants, when you shoot them when they’re little!