grampy

Congrats Brian! Ya got it done. Way to go!

We may have, as that is the downstate chapter. I've been down there at that hunt club a few times, for various things. I'm sure at some time we WILL meet up though!

Welcome!! And we hope to learn from you as well!

Yes, I am a current NYS Hunter Ed Instructor. I started to think about becoming an instructor when I sat through the firearms, and then the bow course with my grandson, at a local sportsmans club. I thought the way it was presented, and the instructors there were very good! And I encourage all the long time hunters to bring a young hunter, and sit through the course! I know I learned a couple things, when I did it!! I was asked by the club, to come in and do a Deersearch presentation, which I was happy to do. As I've been a long time member, and tracker/handler. Afterwards, was approached by a couple of the hunter ed instructors, who said they thought I would be a good fit to help, as there are never enough instructors. So I said sign me up! The first step is to become an apprentice.There is a VERY long list of things to do, to be certified, and it took me about a year to complete the apprenticeship. If you go to NYSDEC, and type becoming a hunting instructor, that will get you started. Much easier to do it through a hunt club or an organization. You will need to have an FBI background check. A visit from, and an interview done by a DEC officer. As well as an online course. And a day long course done at a DEC HQ. Along with the many hours during the apprenticeship, of learning, observing and teaching, every part of the course curriculum, to actual classes of students. All while being mentored by a Senior Instructor. There is always a need for more instructors!! Especially younger ones!! As most all of us are older. It really is one of the most rewarding things I've done, to try and "give back". To something that has given me so much in my lifetime. And well worth the effort of becoming an instructor. I wish you good luck! And if there is anything I can do to help you, just PM me anytime!

Predators, grouse, crows, small game, plenty to hunt out there. Do some ice fishing. And a snowshoe hike or two. So many opportunities to get out for some fresh air, to clear the head!

Just wrap it up Eddie. Nothing more to see here.

Great to have ya back Eddie!!!!

Proud, you and Mrs TF should be! Look's like you guys have got the parenting thing down pretty good! She is a beautiful kid inside and out. And the apple didn't fall far from the tree. So good to see kids growing up right. Way to go Samantha!

I have the one piece version in 7'. It is a very nice combo for general purpose fishing. I use this for fishing soft plastics like Senco's and swim baits.

I got a creepy PM from him too. Asking if I knew of any rattlesnake dens. And that he had lots of venomous snake stories from when he lived in Brazil. For this whacked out individual, to insinuate he had a prosthetic arm to you, shows just how totally off the wall this person/troll is. Along with all the different names he had. Talking about himself in the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th tense.....that he thought no one else would be smart enough to catch on to. I say eff em too. Glad he's gone!

Happy Birthday!!! Soak in all the good stuff coming your way today!

The mod with the mostest! The troll patrol! Thanks for your time John. Much appreciated!

Way to go Andrew, with the well deserved recognition! You really are a great sportsman! I'd love to hunt or fish with you sometime. And Tacks is welcome to come here to take my "outdoor" pic's anytime! What a great team you guys made!

I like the looks of these too! And obviously they work well! I shoot only 50lbs on my compound set up. Wonder if these heads will work for me with the lower poundage? We are thinking of putting in about a dozen acres of corn this year, and letting it stand through the hunting season. Also would like to put in a couple permanent box blinds. And upgrade to a more sturdy hub blind, like the Redneck or something similar. A step up from the the Ameristeps we've been using the last couple years, that don't hold up in the snow very well. As I get older, I find these types of blinds much more comfortable to hunt from, when the weather is less than ideal. And placed in the right spot, very productive as well.

C'mon man........

Cheers...

Whoo Hoo! Congrats to big bro! Way to go guys.

Hope you are ok Larry.

You being the landowner, would be the one to set the terms, limits and rules. The more the leasee can do, and have access to on the property, the more valuable the lease would be to them paying the money. It does look like a great property! And I'd think you would have little trouble finding a person or group to lease it. Just make sure everything is spelled out exactly how you want the land used, and not abused. A legal document is a must here. And protects both parties. Good luck.

I new he'd come back.

$37 And Biz comes to install on Christmas Eve!

I think he was a bit misguided in his never ending quest for attention. And apparently he's still on a quest for more. Probably a very lonely man. Had he gone into the GTG that was going on, instead of taking pictures of members vehicles, he could have made some friends. Instead, he chose to ostracize himself. Why? He is the only one who can answer that. Not to mention, never adding one thing of any substance to this forum. I made a heartfelt, serious offer to have him come hunt one of our private properties. I know I could have put him on a deer. I felt maybe if someone showed him some kindness, maybe he would come around. I was wrong.

The flat thermaseat works great for ladder stands. Ground blinds too! I take a nylon strap, and hook a small carabiner through it, run that through the pad handle, and sling it over my shoulder. Rides under my left arm, out of the way. Never go to the woods hunting without it.

Good to see the Bills doing good again. Hope they make a good run in the playoffs. Though I've never been even a fan, after visiting some members out in Buffalo, and spending a couple days out there this past summer. I kinda adopted them as my AFC team! And they are the only real NY team. My Panthers are just a mess!.......