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Re: Public hunting etiquette
[Re: Hogtoe]
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02/22/21 08:26 PM
02/22/21 08:26 PM
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AC870
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Old Mossy Horns
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If someone is at a spot, go find another spot.
“Killing tomorrow’s trophies today.”
On the distance I like to walk to my stands: “The first 100 yards is also the last 100 yards.”
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Re: Public hunting etiquette
[Re: Southwood7]
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02/22/21 09:23 PM
02/22/21 09:23 PM
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GomerPyle
Impatient Stinky Britches Wearin’ Off-Roadin’ Guru
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Mainly just use common sense and treat others how you would want to be treated.
It really is that simple......or, at least, it oughta be
There are 3 certainties in an uncertain world:
1. All Politicians Are Liars 2. All Gun Laws Are an Infringement 3. Taxation Is Theft
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Re: Public hunting etiquette
[Re: Hogtoe]
#3359425
02/23/21 08:11 AM
02/23/21 08:11 AM
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deadeye48
Booner
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Booner
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northport
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If you go in expecting other to abide by your etiquette then you’ll be sorely disappointed Public land is fair chase with no ground rules when I comes to respecting other hunters especially during turkey season
When I need expert advice I tend to talk to myself The older I get the better I used to be
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Re: Public hunting etiquette
[Re: Hogtoe]
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02/23/21 09:42 AM
02/23/21 09:42 AM
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BhamFred
Freak of Nature
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Freak of Nature
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there is no such thing in real life on public land turkey hunting.
I've spent most of the money I've made in my lifetime on hunting and fishing. The rest I just wasted.....
proud Cracker-Americaan
muslims are like coyotes, only good one is a dead one
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Re: Public hunting etiquette
[Re: Hogtoe]
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02/23/21 10:39 AM
02/23/21 10:39 AM
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zgobbler5
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Just be prepared to bite your lip and go to another spot at times. I have several, and I mean several spots. Plan for plan A,B,C, and so forth. It really is not worth a turkey for somebody to get shot or shot at. I have had times where people cut me off. It happens, generally, you can avoid situations like that. As in, don't hunt public land.
But as stated, The Golden Rule. If someone beats you to a spot, get there earlier the next day or come back later after they leave. Many management areas in Alabama close at 1:00. Some of the best hunting on public ground can be from 10:00am-1:00pm. Florida finally allowed hunting all day on some public land. I know there are pros and cons to this, but it allows me to get some hunting in later in the day either after work or during bad weather days. What I have found through the years hunting public land is most folks won't hang with them. They get frustrated and leave too early or hunt the first two weeks of the season and slack off(which I am selfishly thankful for). Outlaws are going to be outlaws no matter what law is passed.
I try to get a lot of scouting in from year-to-year. Get your boots on the ground and put your time in, use the golden rule, and be patient.
"Your woodsmanship value and qualities are ten times more important than the actual calling ability."-Preston Pittman
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Re: Public hunting etiquette
[Re: Mbrock]
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02/23/21 12:42 PM
02/23/21 12:42 PM
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BamaGuitarDude
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Hunt weekdays and let the weekend crowd have at it. COVID changed that last season ... but in a NORMAL year, what Matt said ... far less competition during the weekdays - everywhere
Last edited by BamaGuitarDude; 02/23/21 12:42 PM.
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A wise man can learn more from a foolish question than a fool can learn from a wise answer.
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Re: Public hunting etiquette
[Re: Mtnmanyeldarb]
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02/23/21 12:48 PM
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ozarktroutbum
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Yes. Well said. I normally bring a box of clays and shoot skeet when I see a truck parked at my honey hole. Solid first post. You'll fit in well here.
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Re: Public hunting etiquette
[Re: BhamFred]
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02/23/21 03:08 PM
02/23/21 03:08 PM
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bamaeyedoc
Old Mossy Horns
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there is no such thing in real life on public land turkey hunting. beat me to it. "Turkey hunting public land" and "etiquette" are never used in the same sentence unless the phrase "lack thereof" is in there somewhere. At least that's been my experience. Dr. B
AKA: “Dr. B” Aldeer #121 8-3-2000 Proud alum of AUM, UAB, and UA Member of Team 10 Point 2023-2024 ALdeer Deer Contest Winners
Glennis Jerome "Jerry" Harris 1938-2017 UGA Class of 1960 BS/MS Forestry LTJG, USNR
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Re: Public hunting etiquette
[Re: BhamFred]
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02/23/21 04:02 PM
02/23/21 04:02 PM
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Ridge Life
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If you go in expecting other to abide by your etiquette then you’ll be sorely disappointed Public land is fair chase with no ground rules when I comes to respecting other hunters especially during turkey season there is no such thing in real life on public land turkey hunting.
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Re: Public hunting etiquette
[Re: GomerPyle]
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02/23/21 05:13 PM
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Davyalabama
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Mainly just use common sense and treat others how you would want to be treated.
It really is that simple......or, at least, it oughta be . You did ask for proper etiquette, and these two have it correct. The problem is the type of people you may experience, they may not have the same "common sense" or "courtesy" as you. Hunt during the week if you can, you may find it is easier to find a place without someone bumping you.
“If you do not conquer self, you will be conquered by self.” Napoleon Hill The most difficult thing to understand during conversation is silence. Thoreau
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Re: Public hunting etiquette
[Re: Hogtoe]
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02/23/21 06:29 PM
02/23/21 06:29 PM
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ridgestalker
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14 point
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Do unto others as they have done unto you....
"The Heavens declare the glory of God;and the firmament sheweth his handiwork" Pslam 19:1
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