My empty nest was less empty today. We stacked 6 rows including the front porch this morning. Stacking crew has said enough work for the day. We’re down to the leftover wood from last year.
McCarthy is a favorite author of mine. I’ve read all his books. When I finished Blood Meridian, I was overwhelmed, potentially terrified. I didn’t read another McCarthy book for five years. I thought it was a great book, I just couldn’t invest myself that deeply into another McCarthy book...
My kids wore REI/military surplus type gear. They grew too quick to spend too much money on cloths.
It rained two hours on us after the above pic packing out the deer. We survived.
A few thoughts:
You’re going to loose your footing and scratch your shotgun. Be prepared. I sold my LC Smith 16 because I couldn’t abuse her anymore.
Chukar come up in waves, not all at once instantly. Having patience and waiting for the other birds to popcorn will increase your kills...
I’ve never encountered a cat but I have a friend who killed a tom with 7.5s as it run past him at close range.
I’ve never had a snake problem but I make sure it’s not too warm out.
No issues with dogs chasing birds off a cliff but do have an acrobat who jumps off cliffs.
The charger you picked looked fine.
I use a Zareba solar electric charger I bought at D&B to run electric for garden and tree fencing against elk. The Zareba is built for cattle/horse fencing. I have a few miles strung due to multiple lines on six foot fence. When properly set up, it works...
Chukar hunting has become my favorite hunting variety. Love all the other big game, etc but if I have to choose one last hunt, it’s a Chukar hunt with a pair of my setters.
Lots of western states have bear seasons with OTC tags. I see way more bears in the spring. You can do a DIY or pay for a guide. I’m sure there are baited sites from guides too. I don’t know about eastern states on bear hunts.
Javelina has two otc tag options. Texas for rifle or archery...