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Originally posted by TXBowhunter2009 View PostIn my opinion, spot & stalk at any areas accesible on foot would probably be a waste of time. There are tons of prople using the trails around the lake for walking, mountain biking, and walking their dogs. The deer populations are fewer and more jumpy in these areas as well. Your best bet would be to pick a spot with fresh sign on a heavily used game trail and wait. It's hard hunting out there at times, but with lots of pre-season scouting and alot of patience it can be productive.
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Thanks TXBowhunter2009!!!
I agree that spot and stalk on whitetails is very difficult typically and that stand hunting is best.
It takes so long to type up every thought.
Hopefully, in my initial stalk/scouts I'll get a feel of where people are set up so that I can stay away from those areas, for safety as much as for courtesy.
I was under the impression that the "hunting areas" were to be closed to the general public once the season began. That's a little disconcerting if that is not the case. I did hear of at least one hunter at the qualification shoot saying that he encountered a person walking her dogs on a trail that he was hunting near. He said that he reported her to the Corps Office and they sent an officer to educate her on the posted signs regarding "hunting in progress". Again, these types of inconsistencies are things that I'm trying to figure out so that I can tread as lightly as possible, have some fun, and hopefully put some meat in the freezer
Cool deal on the mountain bike thing. I may employee that option.
Thanks again!
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Originally posted by cy100 View PostYes, this is the public land, always have to deal with crowd. I am not against stalk hunt at all. But doing that in the early season would not be a good idea, because the field will be packed with hunters. Starting from mid-Nov, fewer and fewer people will show up, that may be a good time to do it. Also, some people spend lots of efforts to find a "good" spot in deep wood and set it up, especially in the **** hot texas summary time, we should keep that in mind and respect others' hard work. If you need to know a field, you may want to scout it before the season. On the other hand, I don't think stalk hunt of deer is productive.
Hope everyone have a good season and enjoy every momment of your hunt, good luck.
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Originally posted by kestimator View PostThanks TXBowhunter2009!!!
I agree that spot and stalk on whitetails is very difficult typically and that stand hunting is best.
It takes so long to type up every thought.
Hopefully, in my initial stalk/scouts I'll get a feel of where people are set up so that I can stay away from those areas, for safety as much as for courtesy.
I was under the impression that the "hunting areas" were to be closed to the general public once the season began. That's a little disconcerting if that is not the case. I did hear of at least one hunter at the qualification shoot saying that he encountered a person walking her dogs on a trail that he was hunting near. He said that he reported her to the Corps Office and they sent an officer to educate her on the posted signs regarding "hunting in progress". Again, these types of inconsistencies are things that I'm trying to figure out so that I can tread as lightly as possible, have some fun, and hopefully put some meat in the freezer
Cool deal on the mountain bike thing. I may employee that option.
Thanks again!
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Originally posted by kestimator View Postcy100,
Where do you feel are some "less crowded" areas that I might enjoy? Sounds like you've got some experience out there? Tejas looks pretty filled up? I'm also planning on doing the "limited access" thing when they get that figured out.
Am I understanding you correctly that you and others have in fact placed and maintained stands and feeders at Lake G-town in the Summer, even thought the the website states...
Blinds, Stands and Feeders: Natural hunting blinds made of loose materials, Ashe Juniper (cedar) 3" and under in base diameter and portable blinds that are removed after each hunting trip are authorized for hunting deer, feral hogs or waterfowl. Hunting blinds or stands may not be nailed to trees. However, portable stands may be secured to trees with rope or wire if removed after each hunting trip. Feeders are authorized for deer and feral hog hunting. All blinds and feeders must be tagged with the owners name, address, phone number and date installed. Feeders may be set up one month prior to the archery season and must be removed prior to or on the last day of the deer season. All property failing to meet these requirements will be impounded. Hunters are encouraged to report all property failing to meet these requirements.
Is this OK to do?
Terri Beth acknowledged that there were practices that were " kind of OK" that went on that contradicted what the website said. Another example is the hunter education thing. Texas does not require folks in my age category to have a hunter education class, but the Lake G-town website said that you did. That is the reason that I never got around to entering the program until this year, when I and my buddy took a hunter safety course. When I went to pay the $10 registration fee, it said on that paperwork that I was exempt from the course because of my age. Oh well...
Folks also seemed to be unclear on the use of mountain bikes for hunting. Do you know what is really OK in regards to their use?
Thanks!
Again, you must tag your equipment, otherwise they will be removed by rangers. I know that happens on someone who didn't do that.
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Ok I hate to be the @$$ whole here but for the record you are allowed to set up your blind as soon as you get your permit. FYI I got my permit in the dead heat late this summer early fall and have busted my rear end to set up my blind and feeder and continue to maintain it and for what? Someone who is lazy and just wants to walk around and hope to shoot one. Indeed it is public land and you are entitled to do whatever method that is legal and suites you best but please just remember that as you walk around trying to kill your deer that you will be walking past and ruining a plethora of other hunter’s hunts. Realistically you would be better off finding a good spot and setting up an ambush more effectively than you would be just roaming around. I would say that if this was vast open country with a variety of terrain than go for it but its not. The area is limited in space and just look at the number of permits they have given out there is a lot of sets out there. I have scouted just about every area out at the lake and have seen countless hunters’ sets, so it is safe to say that they are out there and by aimlessly roaming around you will indeed ruin others hunts. Keep that in mind when your only justification to your plan is “well its public land and you can expect it.” Just my two cents I know its not going to change anybody else’s mind people will do whatever they want.
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Originally posted by kestimator View Postcy100,
Where do you feel are some "less crowded" areas that I might enjoy? Sounds like you've got some experience out there? Tejas looks pretty filled up? I'm also planning on doing the "limited access" thing when they get that figured out.
The most reason I enjoy to hunt at public land is because there are more challenges. We do not only play with the games, but also have to "play" with other hunters. Keep in mind, if somewhere you can easily access, then it does so for others. I always look for some hard access places, or some places most people will ignore. You mentioned special hunt, it is one good way to away from crowd too, if you can hunt during weekday. Another way to away from crowd is to play the "time". If it is allowed, get one week off and concentrate on the hunt for 3-5 days. Since not many people do that, you will definitely find out you are alone in the field.
I did get some lucks in the past by all above methods. Hope it can give you some helps.
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Originally posted by cy100 View PostWe are here to share our enjoyful moment and help each. No intend to point the finger.
The most reason I enjoy to hunt at public land is because there are more challenges. We do not only play with the games, but also have to "play" with other hunters. Keep in mind, if somewhere you can easily access, then it does so for others. I always look for some hard access places, or some places most people will ignore. You mentioned special hunt, it is one good way to away from crowd too, if you can hunt during weekday. Another way to away from crowd is to play the "time". If it is allowed, get one week off and concentrate on the hunt for 3-5 days. Since not many people do that, you will definitely find out you are alone in the field.
I did get some lucks in the past by all above methods. Hope it can give you some helps.
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Originally posted by Muzzy100 View PostOk I hate to be the @$$ whole here but for the record you are allowed to set up your blind as soon as you get your permit. FYI I got my permit in the dead heat late this summer early fall and have busted my rear end to set up my blind and feeder and continue to maintain it and for what? Someone who is lazy and just wants to walk around and hope to shoot one. Indeed it is public land and you are entitled to do whatever method that is legal and suites you best but please just remember that as you walk around trying to kill your deer that you will be walking past and ruining a plethora of other hunter’s hunts. Realistically you would be better off finding a good spot and setting up an ambush more effectively than you would be just roaming around. I would say that if this was vast open country with a variety of terrain than go for it but its not. The area is limited in space and just look at the number of permits they have given out there is a lot of sets out there. I have scouted just about every area out at the lake and have seen countless hunters’ sets, so it is safe to say that they are out there and by aimlessly roaming around you will indeed ruin others hunts. Keep that in mind when your only justification to your plan is “well its public land and you can expect it.” Just my two cents I know its not going to change anybody else’s mind people will do whatever they want.
Don't get me wrong, there's plenty of does and spikes to be shot if you set up correctly, but two years ago there were only about 5 bucks shot that were 13 inches. They usually don't get more than 20 buck permits. It's a great place to go if it's all you have, but expect to have your hunts screwed up by someone every now and then so that your not so upset when it happens.
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Muzzy100,
You are entitled to you opinion and the right to state it, though not very maturely IMO.
If it is OK (I asked this question in an earlier post) to put up a feeder and blind before or even at the time that we received our permits, it is in contradiction to what is printed on the website. I'm asking these questions more in preparation for next year if these are acceptable and legal practices at the lake. I may go this route if it is really OK.
Choosing to not hunt a feeder does not necessarily make one lazy. I have killed quite a few animals at feeders and enjoyed it. However, my most memorable and enjoyable hunts have not had me setting over a pile of corn. I do prefer discovering game trails and staging near them versus hunting a feeder. I also like spot-in-stalk for the very nature of the challenge, though acknowledging its limits in regards to actually procuring game.
I welcome any productive / grown-up opinions. I would especially like (and do really appreciate the nice advice received already from a few) pointers and tips from those of you that are old hands at Lake G-town.
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