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Post by davet on Oct 29, 2017 14:47:59 GMT -5
The place where I've been archery hunting has a few small ponds on it. One of the ponds consistently has about 2 or 3 dozen ducks. I never really paid much attention to 'em as the group would flush as I stopped my cart. However, the last time I was out I made it a point to see if I could ID the "types." I tried duck hunting a few times in the '70's and just hated it. But....I do like to eat duck. So...as they took off I noticed several colorful mallards .....and they seem to have their eye on me.
So, what additional stamps or license do I need to attempt a duck dinner?
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Post by bushmaster on Oct 29, 2017 15:18:27 GMT -5
Federal Duck stamp for sure. Pick up at the post office. Possibly a migratory bird stamp as well but not sure on that one.
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Post by buzz on Oct 29, 2017 15:43:48 GMT -5
How much orange do you need to wear when you hunt ducks with a bow ?  |
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Post by davet on Oct 29, 2017 19:38:24 GMT -5
This is at my "private" reserve. Nobody else hunts this but me. I call it "Dave's 'hundred acre wood". It's a great place. Deer, fox, coyote....even squirrel....but I don't shoot squirrel.
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Post by timberdoodle on Oct 29, 2017 21:21:31 GMT -5
as stated Federal duck stamp & migratory bird permit can print that off your computer
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Post by davet on Oct 30, 2017 7:39:05 GMT -5
From what I read I think I need to use non-lead or steel shot? I would assume a local Wal-Mart may have this?
Thanks for the info BTW!
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Post by bawanajim on Oct 30, 2017 9:40:09 GMT -5
They call it non-toxic shot, and it is properly named, it won't kill anything.
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Post by davet on Oct 30, 2017 9:43:57 GMT -5
They call it non-toxic shot, and it is properly named, it won't kill anything. OIC |
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Post by bawanajim on Oct 30, 2017 10:07:55 GMT -5
It is a dentist best friend, It will break your teeth with the simplest of ease.
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Post by buzz on Oct 30, 2017 12:44:07 GMT -5
If you use steel shot, pay close attention to what cake is in your gun. I have never used it, but they claim you should not use full choke with steel shot ?
Hopefully someone with more experience with that will chime in.
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Post by davet on Oct 30, 2017 13:20:29 GMT -5
If you use steel shot, pay close attention to what cake is in your gun. I'm learning a lot here. Steel shot will break my teeth....I got a lot of $$ in my teeth....all authentic and I don't wanna break 'em. Plus....  .....I never knew my gun had cake in it. Ghee.....all those times hunting and me just going hungry? Man.....I wish I met Buzz when we were kids!!  |
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Post by buzz on Oct 30, 2017 15:51:25 GMT -5
Be careful you don't "choke" on that cake mister...............  |
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Post by Goosehunter on Oct 30, 2017 18:51:42 GMT -5
You wanna get a box of #2 or #3 size, steel shot, preferably a 1&1/4 oz load. Use your improved cylinder or modified choke tube.
Good Luck!
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Post by davet on Oct 30, 2017 20:21:57 GMT -5
I will be by "the pond" tomorrow 'afore sunrise. But, I will have crossbow in hand. However, I will likely get the tags and "stuff" this week . The ducks are always there.....I'm thinking I gotta whack a few the first time.....'cause they will be educated after that.
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Post by Goosehunter on Oct 31, 2017 9:28:34 GMT -5
Davet, not sure what State your gonna round-up these ducks in but I seem to remember something like MD. Make sure to check the season dates when you buy a duck stamp!
Maryland
Regular Duck Season 2017-2018 (Including coots)
Statewide Season Dates:
Oct. 14 – Oct. 21, Nov. 11- Nov. 24, Dec. 12- Jan. 27
If it's the South Zone in PA...
October 14 -21, Nov 21 - Jan 20
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Post by davet on Oct 31, 2017 10:21:06 GMT -5
If it's the South Zone in PA... October 14 -21, Nov 21 - Jan 20 I'll "credit" you with a save!! I'm in the South Zone so the ducks are "illegal" until Nov 21. I don't understand why this split season......but then....."Who am I to ask why.....just do what they say and hope I don't die."....or sumpin like that. It's like the Canada geese.....there are restrictions in the USA, but go to Canada and kill lots more of the same migrating geese. |
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Post by davet on Nov 10, 2017 15:05:35 GMT -5
Well, a buddy of mine gave me a box of Remington 3" mag, 12ga #4 steel shot. The box list 1300fps velocity and 1-1/4 oz of shot. This will be the shell I use 'cause I'm not looking a gift horse in the mouth!! Duck doesn't come back in until the 21st.....so I have some time yet.
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Post by grouse28 on Nov 10, 2017 20:36:00 GMT -5
Not sure you can carry a firearm while bow hunting!
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Post by davet on Nov 10, 2017 20:45:22 GMT -5
Not sure you can carry a firearm while bow hunting! Bowhunting is over Nov 11th. Until after Christmas.....or in a few special areas. |
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