grouse season opened on the 20th here in northern NY.
on opening day, stink and i went out for a lunch time walk and managed to flush one nice bird. i used a factory 'federal classic' load of 11/16 oz #7 1/2's and bagged him just after he launched. bbq'ed him for dinner and the wife even had a piece.
what a great way to start the bird season.
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