Range to shoot a deer
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win70 said:
No, I'm admitting to hunting in more than one country, for 11 different species. Besides, depending on the zone we can shoot unlimited deer in Saskatchewan. Some of the tags are even free. Who needs to poach?
Are you admitting to not knowing what you're talking about?
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Dogleg said:No, I'm admitting to hunting in more than one country, for 11 different species. Besides, depending on the zone we can shoot unlimited deer in Saskatchewan. Some of the tags are even free. Who needs to poach?
I'll admit to being to poor to hunt in other country's...good for you.
As for the Sask deer hunting,yes I heard it is good.
LOL....you guys need atleast one thing going for you...
And yes I do know what I'm talking about...If I'm not sure of the shot then I pass on it.
How many animals have you wounded that you were unable to retrive??
None...
Seeing as we are all starting to share I'll get onto the bandwagon as well...
I've personally shot over 100 mule/blacktail deer and that isn't counting white tail or the bigger game animals I've shot and I even shot 8 of the mule deer with a bow/arrow as well. Yes I am an outdoors finatic...
Other than hunting for elk one year I never did have the time to try for the larger animals with a bow/arrow I took rifles instead.
I have even had to shoot several black bears with a handgun during self defense situations when I have been working alone in the bush... "yes" I am licensed with an ATC permit and legally carry handguns for defense while in remote wilderness areas.
Seeing as we are all starting to share I'll get onto the bandwagon as well...
I've personally shot over 100 mule/blacktail deer and that isn't counting white tail or the bigger game animals I've shot and I even shot 8 of the mule deer with a bow/arrow as well. Yes I am an outdoors finatic...
Other than hunting for elk one year I never did have the time to try for the larger animals with a bow/arrow I took rifles instead.
I have even had to shoot several black bears with a handgun during self defense situations when I have been working alone in the bush... "yes" I am licensed with an ATC permit and legally carry handguns for defense while in remote wilderness areas.
Camp Cook said:None...
Seeing as we are all starting to share I'll get onto the bandwagon as well...
I've personally shot over 100 mule/blacktail deer and that isn't counting white tail or the bigger game animals I've shot and I even shot 8 of the mule deer with a bow/arrow as well. Yes I am an outdoors finatic...
Other than hunting for elk one year I never did have the time to try for the larger animals with a bow/arrow I took rifles instead.
I have even had to shoot several black bears with a handgun during self defense situations when I have been working alone in the bush... "yes" I am licensed with an ATC permit and legally carry handguns for defense while in remote wilderness areas.
You're one of the few people here that makes any sence.
When I said I bagged 44 big game animals it wasn't intended to sound like a brag but rather to inform someone that I'm not a novice hunter.
And yes I do pass up on a lot of shots if I'm not certain of a clean kill...is that wrong??
..btw...you don't really call blacktails big game do you??
Christ..what are they ..45 lbs after being gutted..
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M70,
There's plenty going for Saskatchewan, especially when I make most of my living in Alberta and spend it at home. I've found money goes farther on this side of the straw curtain, and the hunting and fishing opportunities are better. What else is there? Good as the hunting at home is, I'll fit in two safaris this summer. Don't want to get into a rut or anything.
Dogleg
There's plenty going for Saskatchewan, especially when I make most of my living in Alberta and spend it at home. I've found money goes farther on this side of the straw curtain, and the hunting and fishing opportunities are better. What else is there? Good as the hunting at home is, I'll fit in two safaris this summer. Don't want to get into a rut or anything.
Dogleg
Camp Cook said:Actually a couple of them were pretty small but if you think about that only made the shot a lot harder to make...
heh..been to the Island a dozen times or so..
Seen my first blacktail close to Cathedarl (s/p) grove just east of Port Alberni..
This dog ran out in front of us but it had antlers..lol
It was a coastal blacktail..
Cute little guy...
Dogleg said:M70,
There's plenty going for Saskatchewan, especially when I make most of my living in Alberta and spend it at home. I've found money goes farther on this side of the straw curtain, and the hunting and fishing opportunities are better. What else is there? Good as the hunting at home is, I'll fit in two safaris this summer. Don't want to get into a rut or anything.
Dogleg
Right on...I tip my hat to you..btw...
Do you need anyone to carry your rifles on the safaris??
I've never hunted Vancouver Island the deer are way to small over there.
I have hunted the Queen Charlotte Islands for Sitka Blacktail a couple of times though...
I mostly hunt blacktial in the Chilliwack Valley area or up the west/south side of the Coquihalla Hwy. Largest world record blacktails in these areas...
I have hunted the Queen Charlotte Islands for Sitka Blacktail a couple of times though...
I mostly hunt blacktial in the Chilliwack Valley area or up the west/south side of the Coquihalla Hwy. Largest world record blacktails in these areas...
Longwalker said:
What is with the mentality of people here that makes them suggest that if someone is more skillful than they are at hunting/shooting that they are taking "hope" shots? Couldn't it be possible someone is a better shot than you?
That Tubbs guy, what a showman. Prolly wounds more deer than all of us put together. Flingin' hope shots all over the place, shootin' at distances no ethical hunter would ever admit to. He gives all of us a bad name.....
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JoeNWT - I said "anyone should shoot as far away as they are skilled enough to ensure a 90% ratio of hits" for some that could be offhand at 300 yds, depends on the shooter. There are many hunters who are better shots than me. I am merely suggesting that everyone consider personal limits out of consideration for the animals. It's about ethics, not bragging rights.
FWIW, In 35 years of big game hunting, I have NEVER met anyone who could consistently make OFFHAND shots on big game much farther than about 100-150 yds. - one shot, in the vitals, 90% of the time. I have shot many animals farther than that, offhand. But I don't do it any more. I use a rest, sit, or kneel in that order of preference.
Here's a story that illustrates why I have a strong opinion about this....
Last fall we invited a couple of experienced hunters to join in our annual elk hunt on our land. Saved an opportunity at the best 6x6 herd bull for them, since they had never killed an elk before. Instructed them where the herd feeds at night, where it crosses back into the forest reserve in the morning, how to plan the stalk, etc. The night before, these guys were very confident, talking about the power and range of their magnum rifles. They talked a lot about guns, but not about hunting. In the morning, they disregarded instructions, and walked right out into the open field at first light, spotted the herd at about 350 yards, saw the big herd bull, a beautiful 6x6 standing & facing them. NO wait for a good broadside shot, no search for a rest, no backing away to circle around and cut the herd off on the return trail, they just threw up thier rifles and started shooting. One shot hit along the bull's neck and shoulder. edge shot. My buddy tracked the bull for several hours, since the guests didn't know how. They didn't even want to try, and seemed to think that if he didn't fall down from a hit with a big magnum that it couldn't have been serious. After the track was lost they just said "oh well, there's more" and wanted to return to the same field the next morning, since there were three other bulls with the herd.
They were NOT invited back.
FWIW, In 35 years of big game hunting, I have NEVER met anyone who could consistently make OFFHAND shots on big game much farther than about 100-150 yds. - one shot, in the vitals, 90% of the time. I have shot many animals farther than that, offhand. But I don't do it any more. I use a rest, sit, or kneel in that order of preference.
Here's a story that illustrates why I have a strong opinion about this....
Last fall we invited a couple of experienced hunters to join in our annual elk hunt on our land. Saved an opportunity at the best 6x6 herd bull for them, since they had never killed an elk before. Instructed them where the herd feeds at night, where it crosses back into the forest reserve in the morning, how to plan the stalk, etc. The night before, these guys were very confident, talking about the power and range of their magnum rifles. They talked a lot about guns, but not about hunting. In the morning, they disregarded instructions, and walked right out into the open field at first light, spotted the herd at about 350 yards, saw the big herd bull, a beautiful 6x6 standing & facing them. NO wait for a good broadside shot, no search for a rest, no backing away to circle around and cut the herd off on the return trail, they just threw up thier rifles and started shooting. One shot hit along the bull's neck and shoulder. edge shot. My buddy tracked the bull for several hours, since the guests didn't know how. They didn't even want to try, and seemed to think that if he didn't fall down from a hit with a big magnum that it couldn't have been serious. After the track was lost they just said "oh well, there's more" and wanted to return to the same field the next morning, since there were three other bulls with the herd.
They were NOT invited back.
The more I think abotu it, the more I think I was being conservative in my previous estimate.
I have no problem taking a 600 yard offhand shot at a deer. Again, only if I am using a magnum, for more hydrostatic shock.
I have no problem taking a 600 yard offhand shot at a deer. Again, only if I am using a magnum, for more hydrostatic shock.
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Gatehouse said:
is that the 8mm Mag you were working up those non girly hand loads for
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Gatehouse, I am awed and humbled by your superior skill with a rifle. Go get 'em! ;-)
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Depends on how I arived at the shot, if I have done allot of physical work and my heartrate is up, than 100yards or less for sure, if im calm probably 150max.
Well the original post says nothing of what type of rifle anyone was using, yet this thread, like many others, has to deteriorate into magnum bashing. Maybe magnum envy, who knows?
Anyway, it seems clear that while some are comfortable shooting at longer distances offhand, most of those people will use a rest if available. As it should be. Each opportunity presents a different challenge and those that practice longer shots offhand are much more prepared than those who don't for when conditions are not ideal. Painting everyone with the same brush is detrimental to our sport IMHO.
Maybe magnum envy, who knows?Anyway, it seems clear that while some are comfortable shooting at longer distances offhand, most of those people will use a rest if available. As it should be. Each opportunity presents a different challenge and those that practice longer shots offhand are much more prepared than those who don't for when conditions are not ideal. Painting everyone with the same brush is detrimental to our sport IMHO.
Last shot was over 200 yds.
The deer was walking away, and i managed to get a clean kill so that makes me happy.
I would not attempt anything beyond 200yds, in the standing off hand position simply because i don't think it's worth the risk of losing an animal if you can get a bit closer. Plus a slight movement while shooting offhand and you are guaranteed one of two things, either wounded animal or waste of ammo.
To each their own.
The deer was walking away, and i managed to get a clean kill so that makes me happy.
I would not attempt anything beyond 200yds, in the standing off hand position simply because i don't think it's worth the risk of losing an animal if you can get a bit closer. Plus a slight movement while shooting offhand and you are guaranteed one of two things, either wounded animal or waste of ammo.
To each their own.
