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SOA: Southern CO Elk Hunt

Hunting Monster Elk…Hit Or Miss Watch our expert Steve West as he sets out on an  Elk hunting  trip to Southern Colorado with his team. Steve shows us how patience and perseverance are the two most important factors that can lead you to the success in the hunt of a lifetime. Watch as Steve teams up with his  Elk Hunting Guide   Ryan Capps and fellow hunter Kim Bowman. Colorado is home to over 300,000 elk. The state provides abundant opportunities for hunting trophy quality elk and monster bulls. Watch our expert Steve West as he sets out on an  Elk hunting  trip to Southern Colorado with his team. Steve shows us how patience and perseverance are the two most important factors that can lead you to the success in the hunt of a lifetime. Watch as Steve teams up with his  Elk Hunting Guide   Ryan Capps and fellow hunter Kim Bowman.

Florida Turkey Season – A Closer Look

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  (With a wild turkey population of over 100,000, Florida sells 73000 licenses annually) Osceola spring gobblers can be legally hunted in Florida. In fact, it’s the only place where this much sought-after wild turkey subspecies can be added to the bag. Overall, the  Florida turkey season  is about swamps flush with Spanish moss and wild turkeys. Pinewoods, cattle pastures and even the terrains habited by alligators and poisonous snakes are alive with noisy roosts during the peak seasons in this State. Several changes in rules and regulations have taken place for the upcoming  hunting seasons in Florida . Silver Springs Forest WMA has been established as a new hunting ground in northeast Florida. Located in Marion County, this 4,900-acre tract provides outdoor sports opportunities like  spring turkey hunting , archery, general gun, muzzleloading, mall game, hunting, frogging and fishing only.  Professional hunters and first-timers require updated and timely information about the upcomin

Guide to Duck Hunting in US

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  A large majority of waterfowl hunters are not skilled, nor do they make a living out of shooting down ducks of different species. According to the more knowledgeable duck shooters, it helps to understand the basic principles of  duck hunting . Remember that there’s no quick fix to becoming a better duck hunter. Even today, ducks are thriving as they know how to avoid predators — especially sportsmen and hunters. The challenges posed by their dodging skills makes this genre of hunting very rewarding.  Duck Season Knowing how different species of ducks behave or look can help you add only the ones you want to your legal count or daily haul. The wing span, size, structure, mating habits, calls and favorite hangout places of various species of ducks set them apart. For instance, in Northern US, ducks are generally categorized into four groups: Puddle ducks or dabbling ducks Whistling ducks or tree ducks Sea ducks Diving ducks These ducks are confined to specific geographical regions. It’

A Guide to Duck Hunting Season in Texas

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  Do you have plans for Texas during the duck hunting season? You need to be aware of the exact dates for the zone of your choice. Say, you are from Dallas, then the North Zone will apply to you. Here, the season for hunting ducks starts in early November and lasts for a month. The season starts again in November and ends on 31st January. There are some minor changes in dates in the South Zone. The expert  duck hunting guides in Texas , such as those with Farwide, and the officers at the Texas Department and Wildlife department can help you get the in-depth information to make your trip worthwhile. Duck Season Dates 2021 Season Zone Dates Regular High Plains Mallard Management Unit North   South Oct. 31 – Nov. 1 & Nov. 6th to Jan. 31st Nov. 14th to 29th and Dec. 5th to Jan. 31st Nov. 7 th  to 29 th  and Dec. 12th to Jan. 31 st-    Youth Only High Plains Mallard Management Unit North South Oct. 24 th  to 25th   Nov. 7 th  to 8th Oct. 31st – Nov. 1st Bag Limits for Hunting Ducks in T

Top Hunting Seasons in US That You Shouldn’t Miss

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 Hunting is one of the most traditional and sought after sports in the US. For many pro hunters, it’s not just a tool for outdoor enjoyment and wildlife management but a way of life. Always a favored means of recreation, it paves the way for sustaining the natural wildlife population. Strict federal laws for points of confinement and seasons form the guiding lines for hunter activities in different states.  Hunting Season Across most states, the process of assigning seasons is triggered by a lot-drawing or ballot process with focus on parties wishing to make use of federal public land. Once the seasons are allocated to specific states, authorities specify the hunting practices to be followed. The nature of permissible firearms and ammunition is also laid down for hunters. As in the past, strict rules about seasons for small and  big game hunting  in the US will be in force in 2021. It’s possible that few new hunting regulation plans may be enforced to protect the ecosystem from getting

Shooting Accuracy – Range to Field Prep

You waited patiently for this time of year… hunting season . In preparation you’ve undoubtedly gone through a list of items to ensure success. You make all the necessary arrangements, acquire access, purchase required licenses and gear.  But, do you have your weapon dialed in for that moment when it all comes together? While it’s human to make mistakes and misses do happen, we can still learn to be more accurate by keeping in mind a few extra things and avoiding simple mistakes.  Steve West and the hunting experts at   Farwide  share some tips that will help you  shooting with accuracy  when you move from range to field this hunting season.  

How to Get Your Hunting License in GA Easily

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The 2020-2021  GA Hunting Season  and Regulation Guide is now available online! Even with the Pandemic playing in the background, hunters are expected to make a beeline for tracking, fishing and hunting in Georgia. For this, they will require the requisite permits and hunting license in GA. The licenses are a must for participating in various outdoor activities in the State. If you have plans of visiting WRD properties and state shooting ranges, then what follows below will make your trip hassle-free and enjoyable. In line with your age, it may be necessary to procure the Hunter Education Certificate so that you are eligible to purchase a hunting license or permit. As per the experts at Farwide.com, ensure that you are buying the correct  hunting license type in GA  to avoid any complications later on. Get in touch with a Georgia–approved agent or the Department of Natural Resources (either online or offline) in Georgia to purchase the license you need. I think this post can help you b

Deer Hunting: Everything You Need to Know

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Deer hunting  is an age-old tradition in the US and several hunters across the United States eagerly await the Hunting Season every year to make their kill. Deer hunting has several environmental, economic, and conservation benefits. Millions of deer hunters in the US make it to different habitats every season. Nowadays, this  big game hunting  opportunity, despite limited deer seasons, has gathered momentum on the wish list of American and other hunters. Here’s a quick  deer hunting  guide to help you lead from the front.  Deer Hunting Tips Deer hunters have to take up the safety courses as prescribed by specific states in the US. The courses on hunter safety and apprentice programs are necessary for obtaining deer hunting licenses. It is important to learn the basic safety hunting tips before setting out for the kill.  Hunters should not go into prohibited areas without having valid hunting licenses in place. There are several norms and regulations that have to be followed while hunt

Why Travel to Hunt?

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One of the main reasons to travel is to get a kick start on the hunting season . Getting an early start is particularly appealing to waterfowl hunters who might not see birds for months after seasons are underway in northern states of US. A truly passionate hunter could follow the migration to  Texas  where they can hunt ducks until January 27 th  of next year. If done correctly this could turn the regular duck season into a long chase spanning every latitude of our nation. Alas, most have responsibilities which would prevent such an exciting trip. So maybe the average hunter is more apt to take a short trip to hunt with friends and family. Many states have licenses designed for this such as a 3-day Non-Resident Hunting License in South Carolina, or the Come Home to Hunt license in Montana. When you are ready to take a trip to a different area, start and end your trip with FarWide. Pick your new state, pick your species and then dig into the regs. Every state in FarWide’s databa