The Hunting Files

THE MOST FUN YOU CAN HAVE WITH YOUR CLOTHES ON

I discovered a way to "Hunt" Whitetails  24/7.....365 legally. How do I do it? Trail Cameras.  Now before you say "I have been doing that for years", lets step back in time.  A few years back, I purchased a Trail Camera and went off to the woods. Back  in their infancy, these units were primitive, complicated to use, and went through batteries like Clinton through Interns. I got frustrated in spending  hard earned cash at Wally World's Photo  Department on rolls of film that might have a couple of "usable" pictures, and the rest of the roll either under/over developed and worthless.  Needless to say, it did not take long to lose my enthusiasm (and pocket change).

Now lets step into the present. Having received permission to hunt a new piece of property, and job requirements taking me out of town 16 days per month....I needed to find out what kind of deer this property held.  With the the price of digital cameras getting below $300, I decided to bite the bullet and try a trail camera again.  I did my research, scoured the Cabela's On-line product reviews (a great feature) and settled on a Moultrie I Spy60.

After  only two weeks of "camera hunting" I have 12 different bucks on disk.  Every week, I swap out the memory disk (watching the wind and using proper scent control) My wife says I am like a child on Christmas morning when I sit down at the computer to see what "new" deer have shown up.  What a great tool....I get to "hunt" year round and enjoy these deer in the off season.  My favorite time to trail camera hunt? Starting the day after season closes of course!  This allows me to see what bucks made it through hunting season and I immediately start a plan of action for next year.

24/7....365.

I swear it is the most fun you can have with your clothes on !!

Tarsal

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Check Out These New Cold-Weather Boots!

LaCrosse Footwear’s Alpha Iceman

These10-inch, cold-weather boots features a soft-shell rubber bottom that is 100-percent waterproof and lightweight. The leather, stretch nylon and neoprene materials that make up the rest of the boot provide flexible comfort, and the removable, thick wool-felt liner makes these boots ultra warm.

The boots are so comfortable it feels like I am wearing big, warm slippers! Don’t get me wrong, these boots are durable and tough; but the comfort and fit from the soft-rubber, bottom shell and the stretch nylon is second to none. www.lacrossefootwear.com.

Note: JJ Reich is the Senior Field Test Coordinator for North American Hunter and North American Fisherman magazines. He manages, writes and edits the product review sections for both publications. He also frequently writes gear-related articles for several other publications and is the author of Kampp Tales Outdoor Adventures, which is series of hunt-friendly books for kids (www.kampptales.com).

New and Unique Antler Mount Kit!

Looking for a unique way to show off your trophy buck?

The Iron Buck antler mount from Do-All outdoors is a definite winner!

The distinctive looking antler mount is designed by an iron sculpture artist and allows you to display your antlers with style in just a few minutes. Just put your sawed-off antlers between the two brushed-steel plates and tighten the screws.

I used Iron Buck Antler Mount turned an old 8-point rack that was hanging in my garage into a work of art that is now on display on a wall inside my house. It truly is a unique and handsome way show off a trophy rack for years to come.

The styling and rustic looks of the iron sculpture is very attractive and really compliments the natural look of the antler rack.

However, I like how easy the Iron Buck is to assemble. It took  a mere thirty seconds to a few minutes to have my antlers mounted and hung on the wall.  The included instructions were well explained and simple to follow.

I also liked the versatility of the product because you can quickly swap and change antler racks within the mount, if desired. The optional accessories are cool too. With the shed adapter kit, I can mount two shed antlers that I found in the woods. With the pedestal panel, I can display the Iron Buck on a table.

But what I like most is the ‘european’ mount look and design, without the time-consuming cleaning and bleaching produce. Check it out at www.doalloutdoors.com

Sometimes You've Just Gotta Give Your Dogs A Rest

Sorry it's been awhile since we've shot the bu......er, shared some insight with our hunting brethren.    We've been baggin', draggin', skinnin' and grinnin' hard lately, so as soon as we catch our breath, we'll be back with more tales from the hunting camp.  Hey....even the best dogs have to rest a little......

 

See ya at the Pile.   (don't tell anyone, but we've got a heck of a contest going on over there!  http://www.gutpilestyle.com/ForumSMF/index.php?board=59.0