DoubleDose Posted January 20, 2021 Share Posted January 20, 2021 6 minutes ago, SportsmanNH said: Cost of 2 rounds $22 . Cost of gas to get to and from hunting spot for the day $12 . Cost of turkey calls and gear is who knows . Time used to hike in , hopefully shoot one , then time to clean it even at slave labor of $1 an hour we will call it worth $10. Total cost of turkey if you do shoot one the 1st time out approximately $52 with no cost of gear included Cost of turkey going to the supermarket . 99c a lb for fresh cleaned 15 lb bird $15 . 5 lb bag of potatoes $2.50 3 lbs of fresh peeled butternut squash $ 6. Bag of fresh trimmed and washed green beans $2.50 . Bag of corn $2 . Can of cranberry sauce $2 . Can of gravy $1 . Apple pie from the bakery $ 6 . Pack of 12 IPA $15 Cost of supermarket turkey dinner , dessert and beer $ 52 So can someone remind me why its such a great idea to get up at 4am and fight ticks all day to hopefully shoot a turkey ? LOL I love when non-hunters think about how much $ we save by hunting. Hunting makes no economic sense as a means toward reducing your food costs. The same is true for fishing, especially if you own a boat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowin Posted January 20, 2021 Share Posted January 20, 2021 9 minutes ago, SportsmanNH said: Cost of 2 rounds $22 . Cost of gas to get to and from hunting spot for the day $12 . Cost of turkey calls and gear is who knows . Time used to hike in , hopefully shoot one , then time to clean it even at slave labor of $1 an hour we will call it worth $10. Total cost of turkey if you do shoot one the 1st time out approximately $52 with no cost of gear included Cost of turkey going to the supermarket . 99c a lb for fresh cleaned 15 lb bird $15 . 5 lb bag of potatoes $2.50 3 lbs of fresh peeled butternut squash $ 6. Bag of fresh trimmed and washed green beans $2.50 . Bag of corn $2 . Can of cranberry sauce $2 . Can of gravy $1 . Apple pie from the bakery $ 6 . Pack of 12 IPA $15 Cost of supermarket turkey dinner , dessert and beer $ 52 So can someone remind me why its such a great idea to get up at 4am and fight ticks all day to hopefully shoot a turkey ? LOL I'll gladly pay the $52 for a spring gobbler. It's too much fun hunting them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SportsmanNH Posted January 20, 2021 Share Posted January 20, 2021 (edited) 57 minutes ago, DoubleDose said: I love when non-hunters think about how much $ we save by hunting. Hunting makes no economic sense as a means toward reducing your food costs. The same is true for fishing, especially if you own a boat. DD I am a hunter and fisherman and you are right about the costs . But the value of being out there in the outdoors is just PRICELESS ! They just dont understand the peace of mind that it gives us . 57 minutes ago, mowin said: I'll gladly pay the $52 for a spring gobbler. It's too much fun hunting them. Absolutely ! Just every moment out in the woods or on the water is so much fun . It just doesn't get any better than being out there . Edited January 20, 2021 by SportsmanNH 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoubleDose Posted January 21, 2021 Share Posted January 21, 2021 2 hours ago, SportsmanNH said: DD I am a hunter and fisherman and you are right about the costs . But the value of being out there in the outdoors is just PRICELESS ! They just dont understand the peace of mind that it gives us . Absolutely ! Just every moment out in the woods or on the water is so much fun . It just doesn't get any better than being out there . SNH I too am a hunter and fisherman and feel the same way. When I am out there I am in complete peace and have no worries on my mind. Just truly being in the moment and part of nature. The experience and memories lasting a lifetime. The best response to people is "if I have to explain it you won't understand"; only like minded people understand. I agree it is PRICELESS and to me that explains and justifies all the money and time I spend in these pursuits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Five Seasons Posted January 21, 2021 Share Posted January 21, 2021 ammoseek is good too, but may not reflect who will ship to NY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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