Hog Hunting

[fortress49]

Hi,

I have never been hog hunting but would like to try.  In fact, I have never done any big game hunting.  So far, only bird hunting.  Therefore, I am new to the experience and don't have any knowledge on the subject.  Is there anyone who would be willing to let me "tag along" on a hunt to learn?  I would even do the field dressing if shown how.  I need instruction on this too.  Any kind of hunting would be great.  Stand, stalk, blind, etc.  I have a NEF single shot with 45/70 that i am itching to try out on hogs.  I live in the Houston area.  Any help would be greatly appreciated.  I grew up in a family that did not hunt nor did it have guns so this is why i never learned these things as a youth.  Please help me out so I can pass the shooting experiences on to my daughters.

Matt

[shoot'n hogs]

Why not use that shot gun that use for bird hunting and throw some 00 or 000 buckshot in it.  Works great on hogs up close.  Most of the time (if your down wind) you can sneak up to them.  Plus, it will give you a greater chance to get more than just one at a time.

[howie1968]

I  will  be interested  in taking you on a huntespecially  a  newby  ill  wrte  more  later  and  the  NEF  is  one  fine gun i  had  a  NEF  in 45-70  and  ahrvested a slew of pigs with it

[oso45-70]

Fortress49
You picked the right gun to do your hog hunting with, Now all you need is a hunting pardner to get you started, I'm sure some one will step up to the plate and get you started, I can assure you that if i was in your area i would give you a jump start, Its a shame that you didn't have a chance as a kid to be tought how to hunt and do the outdoors things. I started taking my son hunting and trapping when he was three years old, To me that is very important, There is no way a person can learn every thing there is to know in one life time and to waste your youth is a shame. I hope the very best for you, Just hang in there, some one will come to your aid. Good luck & stay safe................Joe.............................................................

[howie1968]

send  me a  pm  your phone  number  and  ill  call  you

[Wynn]

I have taken a lot of newbie hog hunters along and if you were in my area, I'd be glad to get you started. Around here, many landowners consider hogs a nuisance and if you are polite and reassure them you will not trash their property, shoot their cattle, poach the deer and turkey and not hand out gate keys to everyone you know, they will usually let you hunt or trap them on a limited basis.
I manage a lot of property for one owner and he has entrusted me with his investment. One hunter in 10 makes the cut after the first hunt. If someone does take you, be mindful of your manners and attitude, keep it safe and pay attention to both the spoken and unspoken rules. To sum it up, be a ethical hunter and remember that it is a privilege to be on someone elses land. Don't mean to preach but I have had fences cut, lakefronts trashed, carcasses left to rot, brushfires and a lot of time wasted dealing with jackasses. At times I can't help but think it would be easier to change the locks and keep it for myself. I hope I never have to do that!

[jaberegg]

Send me an email, jaberegg@classicnet.net I live in Brazoria an maybe I can help you out. Only thing is I hunt off a bench waiting for the little darlings to come in.

[fortress49]

I just wanted to thank those who have replied to my post.  I appreciate the time and effort of your replies and I respect the advice.  I will contact those of you personally who have expressed a desire to help out.

Once again, thanks!

Matt

[TomD]

This string sure says a lot about the hunting community. A good group of folks willing to share their knowledge.

I was fortunate. When I met my wife and her family they had a history of hunting, generations long. And, own a lot of good hunting land. I was always an outdoorsman and shooter but never had the opportunity to learn to hunt. My wife's brother and Uncles have taught me to hunt and I live for it now!!

The key to access to hunting land, if you don't own your own is respect & safety. Learn how to handle your weapons, practice your shooting skills and be respectful to your fellow hunters and land owners! Unfortunately, the 99.9% of us that are safe & ethical hunters have an uphill battle to change the perceptions put out there by the .01% that abuse the priveledge!

Its a great and rewarding past-time :grin: