Hunting and shooting thread

[Cigmaker]

Russian dude does get some cool guns.

 

[Sty57]

Anyone who has bought and then tried to use a hunting license will appreciate this.

Amusing story as well as a perfect reply to an over-reaching bureaucracy that seldom sees itself on the other end of it's ridiculous regulations******

STORY:

The State of Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife sent a letter to a home/landowner asking for permission to access a creek on his property to document the decline in a certain species of unheard of frogs.

The property owners’ response in the second letter is EPIC.

Original Letter from Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife:

Dear Landowner:

ODFW Staff will be conducting surveys for foothill yellow-legged frogs & other amphibians over the next few months. As part of this research we would like to survey the creek on your property. I am writing this letter to request your permission to access your property.

Recent research indicates that foothill yellow-legged frogs have declined significantly in recent years and are no longer found at half their historic sites. Your cooperation will be greatly appreciated and will help contribute to the conservation of this important species.

Please fill out the attached postage-paid postcard and let us know if you are willing to let us cross your property or not. If you have any concerns about this project please give us a call. We would love to talk with you about our research.

Sincerely,

Steve Niemela

Conservation Strategy Implementation Biologist


RESPONSE FROM LANDOWNERS:

Dear Mr. Niemela:

Thank you for your inquiry regarding accessing our property to survey for the yellow-legged frog. We may be able to help you out with this matter.

We have divided our 2.26 acres into 75 equal survey units with a draw tag for each unit. Application fees are only $8.00 per unit after you purchase the "Frog Survey License" ($120.00 resident / $180.00 Non-Resident). You will also need to obtain a "Frog Habitat" parking permit ($10.00 per vehicle)

You will also need an "Invasive Species" stamp ($15.00 for the first vehicle and $5.00 for each add'l vehicle) You will also want to register at the Check Station to have your vehicle inspected for non-native plant life prior to entering our property. There is also a Day Use fee, $5.00 per vehicle

If you are successful in the Draw you will be notified two weeks in advance so you can make necessary plans and purchase your "Creek Habitat" stamp. ($18.00 Resident / $140.00 Non-Resident).

Survey units open between 8 am and 3 pm. but you cannot commence survey until 9 am. and must cease all survey activity by 1 pm. Survey Gear can only include a net with a 2" diameter made of 100% organic cotton netting with no longer than an 18-ft handle, non-weighted and no deeper than 6' from net frame to bottom of net. Handles can only be made of BPA-free plastics or wood.

After 1 pm. you can use a net with a 3" diameter if you purchase the "Frog Net Endorsement" ($75.00 Resident / $250 Non-Resident). Any frogs captured that are released will need to be released with an approved release device back into the environment unharmed.

As of June 1, we are offering draw tags for our "Premium Survey" units and application is again only $8.00 per application. However, all fees can be waived if you can verify "Native Indian Tribal rights and status".

You will also need to provide evidence of successful completion of "Frog Surveys and You" comprehensive course on frog identification, safe handling practices, and self-defense strategies for frog attacks. This course is offered on-line through an accredited program for a nominal fee of $750.00.

Please let us know if we can be of assistance to you. Otherwise, we decline your access to our property but appreciate your inquiry.

Sincerely,

Larry & Amanda Anderson.

 

[Roadfxr]

Anyone who has bought and then tried to use a hunting license will appreciate this.

Amusing story as well as a perfect reply to an over-reaching bureaucracy that seldom sees itself on the other end of it's ridiculous regulations******

STORY:

The State of Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife sent a letter to a home/landowner asking for permission to access a creek on his property to document the decline in a certain species of unheard of frogs.

The property owners’ response in the second letter is EPIC.

Original Letter from Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife:

Dear Landowner:

ODFW Staff will be conducting surveys for foothill yellow-legged frogs & other amphibians over the next few months. As part of this research we would like to survey the creek on your property. I am writing this letter to request your permission to access your property.

Recent research indicates that foothill yellow-legged frogs have declined significantly in recent years and are no longer found at half their historic sites. Your cooperation will be greatly appreciated and will help contribute to the conservation of this important species.

Please fill out the attached postage-paid postcard and let us know if you are willing to let us cross your property or not. If you have any concerns about this project please give us a call. We would love to talk with you about our research.

Sincerely,

Steve Niemela

Conservation Strategy Implementation Biologist


RESPONSE FROM LANDOWNERS:

Dear Mr. Niemela:

Thank you for your inquiry regarding accessing our property to survey for the yellow-legged frog. We may be able to help you out with this matter.

We have divided our 2.26 acres into 75 equal survey units with a draw tag for each unit. Application fees are only $8.00 per unit after you purchase the "Frog Survey License" ($120.00 resident / $180.00 Non-Resident). You will also need to obtain a "Frog Habitat" parking permit ($10.00 per vehicle)

You will also need an "Invasive Species" stamp ($15.00 for the first vehicle and $5.00 for each add'l vehicle) You will also want to register at the Check Station to have your vehicle inspected for non-native plant life prior to entering our property. There is also a Day Use fee, $5.00 per vehicle

If you are successful in the Draw you will be notified two weeks in advance so you can make necessary plans and purchase your "Creek Habitat" stamp. ($18.00 Resident / $140.00 Non-Resident).

Survey units open between 8 am and 3 pm. but you cannot commence survey until 9 am. and must cease all survey activity by 1 pm. Survey Gear can only include a net with a 2" diameter made of 100% organic cotton netting with no longer than an 18-ft handle, non-weighted and no deeper than 6' from net frame to bottom of net. Handles can only be made of BPA-free plastics or wood.

After 1 pm. you can use a net with a 3" diameter if you purchase the "Frog Net Endorsement" ($75.00 Resident / $250 Non-Resident). Any frogs captured that are released will need to be released with an approved release device back into the environment unharmed.

As of June 1, we are offering draw tags for our "Premium Survey" units and application is again only $8.00 per application. However, all fees can be waived if you can verify "Native Indian Tribal rights and status".

You will also need to provide evidence of successful completion of "Frog Surveys and You" comprehensive course on frog identification, safe handling practices, and self-defense strategies for frog attacks. This course is offered on-line through an accredited program for a nominal fee of $750.00.

Please let us know if we can be of assistance to you. Otherwise, we decline your access to our property but appreciate your inquiry.

Sincerely,

Larry & Amanda Anderson.

Priceless and spot on!!


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[USMC615]

Anyone who has bought and then tried to use a hunting license will appreciate this.

Amusing story as well as a perfect reply to an over-reaching bureaucracy that seldom sees itself on the other end of it's ridiculous regulations******

STORY:

The State of Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife sent a letter to a home/landowner asking for permission to access a creek on his property to document the decline in a certain species of unheard of frogs.

The property owners’ response in the second letter is EPIC.

Original Letter from Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife:

Dear Landowner:

ODFW Staff will be conducting surveys for foothill yellow-legged frogs & other amphibians over the next few months. As part of this research we would like to survey the creek on your property. I am writing this letter to request your permission to access your property.

Recent research indicates that foothill yellow-legged frogs have declined significantly in recent years and are no longer found at half their historic sites. Your cooperation will be greatly appreciated and will help contribute to the conservation of this important species.

Please fill out the attached postage-paid postcard and let us know if you are willing to let us cross your property or not. If you have any concerns about this project please give us a call. We would love to talk with you about our research.

Sincerely,

Steve Niemela

Conservation Strategy Implementation Biologist


RESPONSE FROM LANDOWNERS:

Dear Mr. Niemela:

Thank you for your inquiry regarding accessing our property to survey for the yellow-legged frog. We may be able to help you out with this matter.

We have divided our 2.26 acres into 75 equal survey units with a draw tag for each unit. Application fees are only $8.00 per unit after you purchase the "Frog Survey License" ($120.00 resident / $180.00 Non-Resident). You will also need to obtain a "Frog Habitat" parking permit ($10.00 per vehicle)

You will also need an "Invasive Species" stamp ($15.00 for the first vehicle and $5.00 for each add'l vehicle) You will also want to register at the Check Station to have your vehicle inspected for non-native plant life prior to entering our property. There is also a Day Use fee, $5.00 per vehicle

If you are successful in the Draw you will be notified two weeks in advance so you can make necessary plans and purchase your "Creek Habitat" stamp. ($18.00 Resident / $140.00 Non-Resident).

Survey units open between 8 am and 3 pm. but you cannot commence survey until 9 am. and must cease all survey activity by 1 pm. Survey Gear can only include a net with a 2" diameter made of 100% organic cotton netting with no longer than an 18-ft handle, non-weighted and no deeper than 6' from net frame to bottom of net. Handles can only be made of BPA-free plastics or wood.

After 1 pm. you can use a net with a 3" diameter if you purchase the "Frog Net Endorsement" ($75.00 Resident / $250 Non-Resident). Any frogs captured that are released will need to be released with an approved release device back into the environment unharmed.

As of June 1, we are offering draw tags for our "Premium Survey" units and application is again only $8.00 per application. However, all fees can be waived if you can verify "Native Indian Tribal rights and status".

You will also need to provide evidence of successful completion of "Frog Surveys and You" comprehensive course on frog identification, safe handling practices, and self-defense strategies for frog attacks. This course is offered on-line through an accredited program for a nominal fee of $750.00.

Please let us know if we can be of assistance to you. Otherwise, we decline your access to our property but appreciate your inquiry.

Sincerely,

Larry & Amanda Anderson.

Some of the absolute best chit I've read in a long time...classic right there!!

 

[Genius]

Y'all can pick on Glock all you want, this gun will probably go in the grave with me. It literally never leaves my side. She's obviously rough looking, sloppyer than a $5 hoe but it has never once let me down. I'm not sure on the round count. I keep all my 40 cal ammo in 30 cal ammo cans and I've shot through over a dozen cans worth of ammo

 

[Magnumitis]

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Y'all can pick on Glock all you want, this gun will probably go in the grave with me. It literally never leaves my side. She's obviously rough looking, sloppyer than a $5 hoe but it has never once let me down. I'm not sure on the round count. I keep all my 40 cal ammo in 30 cal ammo cans and I've shot through over a dozen cans worth of ammo

Same here

 

[Genius]

Well, I'm heading back to West Texas to help out again for a ELR course in May. My buddy just finished doing some more scouting of the ranch this past week to laze the property to find more shooting positions for the clients.

This will be our 3rd class out there. Normally we've been going in July, but after several hours up on these ridges in 110-120 heat with the sun beating down on us with no shade the guys start to fall apart. Hopefully it'll be a little cooler this year.

 

[Time's Standing Stihl]

I miss my Glock 23. Never should've let it go

 

[fossil]

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Well, I'm heading back to West Texas to help out again for a ELR course in May. My buddy just finished doing some more scouting of the ranch this past week to laze the property to find more shooting positions for the clients.

This will be our 3rd class out there. Normally we've been going in July, but after several hours up on these ridges in 110-120 heat with the sun beating down on us with no shade the guys start to fall apart. Hopefully it'll be a little cooler this year.

How many wind generators did you bag?

 

[Magnumitis]

I miss my Glock 23. Never should've let it go

They're just as affordable as they've ever been.

 

[Magnumitis]

19-5 4" 357

 

[Sty57]

View attachment 57223 View attachment 57224

Well, I'm heading back to West Texas to help out again for a ELR course in May. My buddy just finished doing some more scouting of the ranch this past week to laze the property to find more shooting positions for the clients.

This will be our 3rd class out there. Normally we've been going in July, but after several hours up on these ridges in 110-120 heat with the sun beating down on us with no shade the guys start to fall apart. Hopefully it'll be a little cooler this year.

Don't ya git in trouble for shooting them whirligigs?........

 

[Roadfxr]

19-5 4" 357

One of my favorites


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[Genius]

How many wind generators did you bag?

Don't ya git in trouble for shooting them whirligigs?........

I'm not sure that's possible from that position. Those things are at least 5 miles from that position. That ridge of rocks on the left is 3000 yards. The ridge below the windmills is a good is about 8000 yards beyond that ridge

 

[Time's Standing Stihl]

View attachment 57223 View attachment 57224

Well, I'm heading back to West Texas to help out again for a ELR course in May. My buddy just finished doing some more scouting of the ranch this past week to laze the property to find more shooting positions for the clients.

This will be our 3rd class out there. Normally we've been going in July, but after several hours up on these ridges in 110-120 heat with the sun beating down on us with no shade the guys start to fall apart. Hopefully it'll be a little cooler this year.

Next time swing by and pick me up

 

[Magnumitis]

One of my favorites


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I was trying to move that gun today, but no one else seemed to think it was worth what I did.

 

[fossil]

I'm not sure that's possible from that position. Those things are at least 5 miles from that position. That ridge of rocks on the left is 3000 yards. The ridge below the windmills is a good is about 8000 yards beyond that ridge

 

[Roadfxr]

I was trying to move that gun today, but no one else seemed to think it was worth what I did.

They rarely do for some reason....


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[rattler]

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Y'all can pick on Glock all you want, this gun will probably go in the grave with me. It literally never leaves my side. She's obviously rough looking, sloppyer than a $5 hoe but it has never once let me down. I'm not sure on the round count. I keep all my 40 cal ammo in 30 cal ammo cans and I've shot through over a dozen cans worth of ammo

Hope mine holds out that long.

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[Magnumitis]

https://www.remington.com/rifles/bolt-action/model-700/model-700-sendero-sf-ii

I'm eyeing this right now. They can be obtained for around $1100. 264 Win Mag is what I'm thinking, lots of choices in 6.5 bullets now days. And powder development has come a ways since the cartridges introduction in 1958. I don't believe it is the barrel burner most say or think it is.