Northcountryman

It’s pretty common consensus that after the season starts, especially rifle season, that deer sightings plummet ; furthermore , most reason that they tend to stay further Away from the road, houses , anywhere near people basically. However, some of the best sign is often found with 100 yards of the road , a parking lot, etc. So I was thinking: wouldn’t it make sense to have a stand closer to civilization to work and a farther from the road stand intentionally to cover all bases? If I were to use both in 1 day for example, I would be more inclined to hike in to the further stand for the am hunt to try to catch them going back to rest and bed and go far the closer stand(s) for the afternoon hunt . I realize this is an oversimplification of strategy but basically does it sound about right? Thanks

Hey guys; So I’ve been busy doin a lot of fishing , doin trout in the spring and a lot of warm water as of late due to the heat ; now, I figure I gotta make some time for some scouting!! Last season, I plotted 2 spots on my gps that I wanted to explore more throughly this year and hang stands but what I was wondering is, should I check out more spots or is 2 good enough? I’m ourchasing trail cams for these 2 spots but may be there are even better places to hang them? Thanks for any any input or advice, David

Wow , there was one that went right by me in pine bush around 4, crazy

Mostly flyfishing forums besides this one , salmon fishing forum upstate as well

To me, it’s huting still because you have to be a good enough shot For a successful kill. I think there’s many logistical and ethical factors involved in what we perceive as “hunting” vs “not hunting”. For example, if said Hunter is taking a Deer at 100 yards in a stand or blind in a spot that was scouted by him/ her and they had to make it to their spot and post watch without getting busted, the. I would definitely consider it hunting and a “fair chase and take” situation. If however, the shooter is sitting in their truck and happen to drive by a field loaded with deer and take one, that is clearly not hunting in my book. There are no absolutes involved in ethics , there is always gray and situation specific. Just my 2 cents too

Sounds like the gorge over by Katrina falls to me

No wonder as I t’s hammered pretty hard

Oh ok, you like to troll in Oneida then? Yeah, that’s probably what I would do is use large streamers. When I spin fish, probably would use spoons for Pike although stick baits are good too for sure

I believe it is a Red Deer

I love Oneida for Walleye, haven’t fished it in about 5 yes though. What do you like to use for walleye and northern? I would love to try flies for northern at some point but it’ll probably wear out my shoulder by end of day

When does walleye open on Oneida anyway? It’s too early yet anyway right?

It’s probably good early season but sucks after May , water gets quite warm over there its flat and slower moving around around that area, not really

It’s probably good early season but sucks after May , water gets quite warm over there

Got it , never tried that spot actually

Neversinks my home river, where were you, over by Bridgeville?

How often are you in the Catskills? I live here so anytime you wanna come up, I’ll show you a few things about flyfishing : )

You bet, look forward to it

I joined this club, great group of guys and productive hunting land but you do have to do your scouting hw. Darryl! It’s Dave! You took me around the first day I was up and gave me some advice where to try remember? I also met your son can’t rmember his name though

I joined this club, great group of guys and productive hunting land but you do have to do your scouting hw.

My Grandfather and Uncle taught me everything. Sadly, Uncle moved away and grandfather developed Alzheimer’s so never got to do deer together but did squirrel all the time. Very nice memories to say the least

Yes , great thread . How many elk are estimated to Be in NY currently if anyone knows?

I won’t go on Easter Sunday but probably the following weekend

Once you start to panic, all reason is lost so you have to maintain your composure. However, that is easier said then done when one truly believes they’re lost and potentially may result in their demise

Been confused a few times myself but never for more than a few hours Thank God. When I go in , I always make sure I have 2 compasses, a map and am cognizant of my direction entering and which way I need to go to head out. When in doubt, check out the direction of the local roads too cuz if you can make it out to the road, it may be a long walk back to the truck but you WILL get there. Happy Easter to all

Pochuck is packed rifle season, my advice is not to waste your time