Had a great chukar hunt again this weekend with three of my buddies. Snow on the chukar hills/cliffs always adds a new challenge to the sport and can raise havoc on a pointing dog's paws and legs. But my GSP, Rudy, was up to the challenge. This pup has really come into his own this year with some strong points and long distance retrieves. The bird numbers have been great this year and we have been fortunate to bring home quite a few birds. Though it is not the most important part of the hunt, having the opportunity to come home with a limit of birds is a nice bonus. This weekend, three of us were able to bring home our limits (8) with my buddies son bring home an additional six. Thirty bird days are few and far between in chukar country for four hunters on a one day hunt, but we have been close to or achieved that number several times this year. Instead of seeing coveys of ten birds, like we have seen in recent years, we are seeing coveys of 30 to 40. Did I mention the fact that bird numbers are up this year? If you have a chance to get out, this is the year to do so. Here are a few pictures of our weekend.
Rudy on Point
One tired pup during a short break in the action
The final outcome.
Rudy on Point
One tired pup during a short break in the action
The final outcome.
