Official 2022-2023 LAKE WHITNEY & AQUILLA Hunting & Fishing thread

[Texas Grown]

That sounds like the south side of the bridge then. I'd sure like to see the bridge plans. Wonder if it will be taller than the old bridge? I'd think or hope so after having 3 floods run over the top of the old one.


And best to ya out there this morning, Justin.

[buckshot179]

This is all I saw today.


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[Texas Grown]

Looks like a ladder. Ain't mine. Mine's got wheels so I can roll it around. Doubles as a game cart. I'ma to old to be tote-n stuff in on my back.


And I've got better camo for cover-n up my blinds. PMI cover systems CamoFlex. Limbs are bendable to shape the way you want. Works on both tree stands and ground blinds. Or make a ground blind out of it. Comes in two colors: green and brown.

[justindfw]

Side of bridge the hunying entrance is on. They also cleared brush on the other side close to the boat ramp

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[buckshot179]

Looks like a ladder. Ain't mine. Mine's got wheels so I can roll it around. Doubles as a game cart. I'ma to old to be tote-n stuff in on my back.


And I've got better camo for cover-n up my blinds. PMI cover systems CamoFlex. Limbs are bendable to shape the way you want. Works on both tree stands and ground blinds. Or make a ground blind out of it. Comes in two colors: green and brown.

Ya it’s a big ladder two man blind lol I don’t think anyones toting this thing to much, maybe one time in and that’s it. Also had a nice pair of loppers sitting there. And if it’s anyones stuff on here I didn’t touch anything just thought it was amusing.


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[cpadgett]

there are 3 ladders in a 1/2 acre area i am hunting that nobody has used in two years. i will be trashing them at the end of this season. they aren't safe enough to use. this is why they say you cant leave stuff out there because people cant pack out their trash or their stands at the end of the season. people suck....

[J Loves Huntin]

Trying again in the am

[BowHuntTexas]

Anyone had any luck this week? Saw 2 bucks chasing last weekend, one ruined my shot opportunity on a nice doe by chasing her off.

[Texas Grown]

Anyone had any luck this week? Saw 2 bucks chasing last weekend, one ruined my shot opportunity on a nice doe by chasing her off.

I heard all the bucks gave up and went home. Decided to go on strike. To much of a hazard chasing does there. Think they are going to organize and call Environmental Health & Safety. They are complaining something about carbon material and steel is toxic.

[J Loves Huntin]

I didn’t get to go out due to family stuff. Hoping to get out deer on Wednesday and maybe duck on Friday

[Ender]

Went to h7 yesterday missed on a doe. Was gonna go out today, but when I saw the wind mph in Whitney I decided nah lol. It wasn’t to bad getting across during the daylight with 12 mph winds yesterday but going back in the dark last night was a little sketchy. Just bought a 15 hp motor for my 14’ Jon boat and I’ve never had a bigger motor before. It’s a little nerve wracking.

[Texas Grown]

Went to h7 yesterday missed on a doe. Was gonna go out today, but when I saw the wind mph in Whitney I decided nah lol. It wasn’t to bad getting across during the daylight with 12 mph winds yesterday but going back in the dark last night was a little sketchy. Just bought a 15 hp motor for my 14’ Jon boat and I’ve never had a bigger motor before. It’s a little nerve wracking.

That 15hp should be more than enough for a 14 foot. I've had a few 14s and less. And several 15hp and less.


Just watch the wind speed. Especially where the wind can pick the water up for a ways. Getting swamped this time of year can be dangerous due to hypothermia. 15mph wind is my max, even in my 16 footer.

[Texas Grown]

And just a little education for those that may not know. I've swam in very cold waters when I was younger, a swimmer, and a triathlete. The shock of your head hitting the cold water will almost cause you to stop breathing in it's self. I've seen several cases of death at Whitney due to this over my years there. One case was while I was out duck hunting one morning. I did not put my boat in that morning due to the wind. Two lives were lost, and almost a third about a mile from me.






Here's a little bit of info on cold water hyperthermia:

https://www.boatus.org/cold-water-boating/hypothermia/

1. Cold Shock - Falling into cold water provokes an immediate gasp reflex. If your head is under water, you'd inhale water instead of air and it is unlikely you'll resurface if you're not wearing a life jacket. Initial shock can cause panic, hyperventilation, and increase heart rate leading to a heart-attack. This stage lasts 3-5 minutes and at this point you should concentrate on staying afloat with your head above water.
2. Swimming Failure - In just 3 -30 minutes, the body will experience swimming failure. Due to loss of muscle coordination, swimming becomes a struggle and the body tends to go more vertical in the water making any forward movement increasingly difficult. That's why it is not recommended to swim for help, but remain with the boat or something else that floats while keeping your head above water while awaiting rescue.
3. Hypothermia - True hypothermia sets in after about 30 minutes. Most victims never make it to this stage since 75% of individuals succumb and die in the earlier stages of cold water immersion. At this stage, regardless of your body type, size, insulation of clothing, acclimatization and other factors, your body's core temperature gets dangerously low. Your survival chances are greatly lessened at this stage. Victims are usually rendered unconscious in this stage.
4. Post Rescue Collapse - A rescued victim must be handled very carefully. When a person is removed from cold water, the body will react to the surrounding air and the body position. Blood pressure often drops, inhaled water can damage the lungs, and heart problems can develop as cold blood from the extremities is released into the body core. Proper medical attention is essential to re-warm the body safely.

What to Do? And What Not to Do!

Any victim pulled from cold water should be treated for hypothermia - this is the very dangerous and important stage of survival which is a result of cold water immersion. At this point, you should seek trained medical treatment immediately. Symptoms of hypothermia may include intense shivering, loss of coordination, mental confusion, cold and blue (cyanotic) skin, weak pulse, uncontrolled breathing, irregular heartbeat, and enlarged pupils. Once shivering stops, core body temperature begins to drop critically. Try to prevent body cooling and get the victim to a medical facility immediately.

• Gently move the victim to a warm shelter.
• Check for breathing and a heartbeat. Start CPR if necessary.
• If you have dry clothes or a blanket, remove the victim's wet clothes. Use a minimum of body movement, since rough handling can cause cardiac arrest. Cut the clothes off, if necessary.
• If possible, keep the victim in the same position as he was rescued to prevent a stroke caused by moving them incorrectly. If moving is necessary (such as from a boat to shelter), carefully lay the victim in a level face-up position with a blanket or some other insulation underneath.
• Wrap the victim in a dry blanket or dry clothes. If possible, warm the clothes first. If a stocking cap is available, put it on the victim's head since a great deal of heat is lost from the head.
• If the person is awake and coherent, give him or her warm (not hot) liquids. Warm hot tea with sugar or honey or slightly-cooled hot chocolate are good since sugars can still be absorbed even if the stomach has shut down.
• NEVER give a hypothermic person alcohol. Alcohol dilates (opens) your veins, which will make the body lose heat more rapidly. Also, do not give food or drink to unconscious victims.
• DO NOT apply heat to the arms and legs. This forces cold blood from the arms and legs back toward the heart, lungs and brain, lowering core body temperature and causing "after drop" which can be fatal.
• DO NOT massage the victim or give the victim a hot bath. Cardiac arrest is a frequent result of hypothermia, and moving the victim roughly can be a catalyst for this condition.

[jnd1959]

I studied that back when I was into alpine climbing. But they've made some changes I wasn't aware of. I knew not to warm the arms and legs but I didn't know about moving someone. Good info right there.

[LWArchery]

I hope all yall gents have been doing well! It has been a while since I have been on here.life has been busy this year I still haven't had time to buy a license yet. I have been preoccupied with building our house. It does have an awesome view of our yard pets.