Hunting dogs are certainly the best possible ally of the hunter, as they sniff and scavenge for prey in the deepest and darkest brush of the forest. There are many different possibilities for a hunting dog type that you can take on your next trip. The type of dog you should take on your hunting trip should be directly related to the type of hunting you are planning on. If you are planning on hunting fur-bearing animals, for example, you would be more satisfied with a hound than you would be with a terrier. Regardless of what dog you choose to take with you on your next hunting trip, you can be sure that you will have made a new friend by the end of the journey.

The most common main category of hunting dogs is the hound. Hounds are actually divided into two categories from there: the sighthound and the scent hound. As their names imply, each sub-category of dog type refers to a certain skill that the dog tends to be more proficient in. Sighthounds, like the Whippet, are adapted to hunting because of their visual acumen. They practice a method that is known as coursing, referring to the notion of spotting the prey from a long distance and following it in a quick pursuit. Scent hounds, like the Coonhound, work by scent rather than sight. They tend to pick up on a trace of the prey from the ground and follow that scent, hopefully to the prey. Scent hounds often work in packs and are regarded as having some of the most sensitive noses of all other dog types.

The next classification of dogs used for hunting is the gun dog. These dogs are used mostly by short range hunters using shotguns. There are three sub-categories of gun dogs: flushing spaniels, pointing breeds and retrievers. Again, their names are reflective of the particular skill that the dog has to offer the hunter. The retrievers, once known as water spaniels, are great for finding and getting shot or killed game for the hunter. If the hunter kills a duck, the retriever heads over to pick it up and brings it back to the hunter. The pointing breed, such as an English setter, tend to “point out” the prey by pointing at upland birds or other upland animals being hunted. The pointing breed of dogs sometimes also help flush the prey out from their hiding spot. The flushing spaniels, such as the English Cocker spaniel, are used to locate and spring the prey for the hunter. They are trained to remain close to the hunter, ensuring an easy kill.

Still another popular type of hunting dog is the terrier. Terriers are used to hunt mammals, for the most part. These animals, such as the Lakeland terrier, are used to locate the actual den of the animal and spring or capture the animal. Some terriers are bred to kill the animal at the animal’s den. A large number of terriers are used to hunt what are known as “pest species”. The pest species refer to groundhogs, hunted by the Jack Russel terriers, or the badger or fox, hunted by the Fell terrier. The legality of some of these hunts is in question, so you may want to check your local regulations before you set upon and hunt a fox.

There are many particulars that make using hunting dogs a popular option for hunting. Whether you choose a sighthound or a scent hound, you can be assured that your companion hound will be working for you at finding your prey. Using a gun dog can not only provide great companionship, but it can bring prey right to your doorstep and literally take the hunt out of hunting. Terriers not only make a vigorous hunting companion, but they also make for a nice domesticated animal. Make sure that you consider the hunting dog type before you go out on the hunt so that you can bring the best possible breed with you and land the best possible kill for this hunting season.





By: Jaden Skiver

While many hunters may underestimate the remarkable eyesight of the turkey, this factor alone can often mean the difference between a hunting success and going home disappointed. Turkeys are a notoriously challenging bird to hunt anyway, but the hunter needs to take extra care in dressing from head to toe camouflage to give himself the best advantage on the hunt. Safety will also be key when deciding upon clothing. Standard gear will include:

1. Pants & Jacket. These are the most obvious items that will need to be camouflaged. Also be sure to adjust the weight of your clothing depending upon the season; wearing wool clothing will be a mistake in the spring turkey season, and peeling off an outer layer may alert the bird to your presence.

2. Gloves. This is another item many hunters like to invest in, especially those using a bow. Flesh tones very often can catch a bird’s eye, especially in the spring season when surroundings are green in color.

3. Hat. A hat can also be a great asset when dressing in camouflage, and can also help to keep the hunter warm, especially in the fall, or when hunting in the early morning.

4. Boots. While camouflaged boots may not be entirely necessary depending upon the time of year, boots should at least blend in a little with the natural colors of the area.

When picking the correct camouflage outerwear it will also be important to keep the seasons in mind. The spring season will often be green in color, whereas fall season will have a brown palette. A hunter should also think outside the box when considering camouflage wear, such as his weapons, undergarments, and even cigarette packs. Arrows can often come in a bright array of colors; this can be the worst option for the turkey hunter!

Another important thing to consider when picking out gear is safety. Be sure to avoid any colors that can be mistaken for a turkey, such as red, blue, or white, as these are often the colors associated with a turkey’s head. It’s also for this reason that a hunter needs to be positive that what is heard and seen can also be identified as a turkey. Many hunters mistake the flash of one of these colors, coupled with a hunter’s master turkey call as a turkey and make a fatal mistake.

With these camouflage tips in mind a hunter can ensure that he has the edge on the bird, and make sure he’s putting safety first while in the field.





By: Abhishek Agarwal

I remember playing this game around 2001 or 2002. I think it was created by a German liquor company to promote their product. It was a lot of fun, you had flying turkeys, turkeys on a windmills, and every now and then one would pop up right in the middle of the screen. I thought it was called something like moore hunt but I can’t find anything close to it.

Most deer hunters are now hunting from tree stands. If you are new to deer hunting, or if you have been hunting for a while but have yet to use this method, you should consider using a tree stand. The benefits of using a tree stand are that you will stay out of the deer’s range of view, you will keep your scent hidden from the deer, and you will increase the range of your view. You do need to take certain precautions, however, to make sure that you protect yourself.   There are many types of stands and most are safe to use. Some of these include ladder-type stands, climbing stands, and lock-on stands. You can also nail boards to a tree. No matter what type of stand you are using, know that accidents can happen. If a stand seems unsafe to you, do not use it.

If you are thinking about using a new tree stand and you are far from your home or from people in general, wait. You would be unable to notify anyone in the event that you were injured. Do not take using a tree stand lightly.  You will benefit by becoming familiar with some of the ways by which hunters injure themselves on or around tree stands. Accidents happen when hunters fall asleep. It happens more often that you would imagine. Hunters also get injured when they slip while climbing in or out of a tree stand. You cannot avoid things like excess moisture on your boot, or an exceptionally damp step. The third way by which hunters suffer injury using tree stands is having a piece of equipment break. Nothing is 100% dependable. The best way to avoid severe injury from these unfortunate events is to wear a safety harness.  Many hunters know the risk of not using a safety harness, but they still use tree stands without one. Your safety harness will only help you if you wear it. It is not good enough to put on the harness after you have settled into your stand.

Climbing into or out of your stand is when you are most likely to be hurt, so you need to be wearing it before you begin ascending your tree stand. It only takes a minute to secure and is well worth the hassle. The damage done by a fall with a safety harness is minimal compared to one without. The safety harness will mean the difference between a few bruises and a premature death.  There are a few additional steps you need to consider while preparing to use a tree stand for the first time. Tree steps and tie-on ladders are two favorite methods used by hunters. Some also use large nails as steps. If you are looking to cut costs, go with the nails. They are cheaper than the ladders. Test the nail to make sure that it is strong, steady, and secure. Use nails that will fully support your weight. When nails bend, hunters slip and injure themselves. Use a drill to make pilot holes for the nails. Some hunters prefer to use climbing stands instead of nails, but they are more expensive and limit you to certain trees.  Consider using a tree stand as you hunt. It is an effective way to catch your prey off-guard. Both your body and your scent are above the deer’s vicinity. It also allows for a broader view as you study the landscape. Tree stands do cause accidents, though.

Take all of the necessary steps to prevent any major injuries. Use a safety harness to shorten the distance of your fall. Make sure that the nails you use to climb the tree are secure. Following these steps for using a tree stand ensures a safe and pleasurable hunting experience.





By: Jaden Skiver

I would rather eat meat that I or someone I know has hunted than buy meat from a store. All these people saying that hunting is cruel, where the hell do you think you got your hamburger? Or your pork? Or your chicken? Or your storebought turkey? Those animals have been raised and fattened up in tiny little stalls or boxes just so they can have their throats slit and be slaughtered, sometimes still alive, in a meat factory.
Deer, wild turkey, quail, pheasant, duck…all of those wild animals that are harvested each year live a life in the wild, free. And when one is taken with a gun or a bow, their death is relatively quick. Despite popular belief, hunters don’t hunt to watch animals suffer. We hunt because it’s an instinct, or a passion, borne of thousands of years of our need to hunt in order to survive, and we’d rather eat something we’ve killed ourselves, know it has died an honorable death, than something that’s had no chance to live whatsoever. We shoot with as deadly accurate of a shot as we can pull off, not only because we don’t feel like tracking the animal horribly far, but because we DON’T want to see it suffer in front of us. And if you think about it, human hunters are a lot more merciful than our fellow predators. Watch a bear or a mountain lion, or a pack of wolves bring down an animal. They start eating it before the animal is even dead. Tell me hunting isn’t natural.
I do agree that trophy hunting is ridiculous. Hunting to boost your ego isn’t what hunting should be. Seriously, if you’re not going to eat it, why kill it?

for example:Eat smart kids instead of Eat smart, kids
makes it sound like they are telling you to eat kids!

another example:Two sisters reunite after 18 years at checkout counter. (They must have been in Walmart)

Garbage SaleThey added a ‘b’.(says something about the quality of the merchandice)

.Take your kids hunting so you wouldn’t have to hunt for your kids
deer and turkey hunt for disabled people

feel free to star! (this was not a typo!)
(I knowI asked this already, but I got manyhilariouse responses!)