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In Maine, last week. I should say "pa'tridge", not "grouse." In Maine, Ruffed Grouse are "partridge". In Canada, grouse are often�referred to as�"chickens." Hunting grouse is rough on one's legs. Famous soap opera star on the right.

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Do you guys have rattlers? We've got them throughout eastern Washington grouse country. There is nary a snake chap in sight in the photo. Just curious.

#1 Skookumchuk (Link) on 2007-10-27 15:13 (Reply)

Timber Rattlers, but we dont worry about them in the fall, especially north of NH. Them be brush pants, and Le Chameau boots. Boots are good for Maine. The place is full of water, which is why LL Bean made his boots.

#1.1 BD on 2007-10-27 15:42 (Reply)

Nice looking dogs, too.

#2 Skookumchuk (Link) on 2007-10-27 16:15 (Reply)

the whole crew shooting side-by-sides?

#3 buddy larsen on 2007-10-27 16:51 (Reply)

In Yankeeland, always.

#3.1 BD on 2007-10-27 16:56 (Reply)

For grouse and woodock, breaking guns are the right thing, and we are all fond of old s/s.

#3.1.1 BD on 2007-10-27 16:59 (Reply)

It's a fine design alright--except for long walking over rough ground, where that extra barrel weight is a consideration.

#3.1.1.1 buddy larsen on 2007-10-27 17:36 (Reply)

dogs--note how, whilst the humans take time-out for the camera, the ever-alert canines continue covering every quadrant of approach--
:-)

#4 buddy larsen on 2007-10-27 16:55 (Reply)

As a "Mainer" I'm glad you had luck hunting partridge. Fried in butter, it is wonderful! We are nearly overrun with turkeys so come on up again!!
Ted

#5 Ted (Link) on 2007-10-27 19:14 (Reply)

I like the look of the famous soap opera star on the right - he's the only one looking to the south for more birds. Is he a German Short Hair Pointer?

#6 Steve on 2007-10-27 22:30 (Reply)

Good looking crew...great looking dogs. :)

#7 milabro (Link) on 2007-10-27 22:40 (Reply)

You've got some Great-Looking Pals.

Oh, who were the humans?

#8 Rufus on 2007-10-27 23:36 (Reply)

The Brittany Spaniel, all the way over to the right, that is Ezra, best hunting dog ever. RIP.

#9 bob on 2007-10-28 00:28 (Reply)

Nobody where I grew up hunted birds. Never done it.

#10 rightwingprof (Link) on 2007-10-28 08:49 (Reply)

Try a white-wing hunt sometime, RWP. Dove, down in the southwestern sun-belt. LOTs of shooting, if you get in the right place. You can go thru boxes and boxes of shells, really get some action. hard to hit, they are, lots of up & down jinking--so it's action-filled, and a challenge. If you get a few birds, they're delicious.

#10.1 buddy larsen on 2007-10-28 18:55 (Reply)

off thread, but a good essay for young Wall-Streeters:

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/21/business/21deal.html?_r=1&ex=1350705600&en=abb0dadbce7cf922&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss&oref=slogin

"Real Losses"

#11 buddy larsen on 2007-10-28 18:51 (Reply)

I am curious as to why and how you choose to wear your pants: tucked into your boots, or outside of the boot. Of course, I understand that when you are in wet country you will tuck in--but what about dry ground--snake ground--bear country--do you tuck in or leave out your pant legs?

habu--don't go crazy on this ok? ;-)

#12 apple pie on 2007-10-28 23:55 (Reply)

it's quieter, for starters, ap. less 'whistle-britches' effect moving thru brush.

#12.1 buddy larsen on 2007-10-29 00:34 (Reply)

Thanks bl. Just spotted bear sow and two cubs about 50 feet from where the house is. Walking through the timber requires more preparation these days! :-)

#13 apple pie on 2007-10-29 10:13 (Reply)

A .357 Mag revolver--don't leave home without it!

#13.1 buddy larsen on 2007-10-29 12:59 (Reply)

I've been on many a trail in black bear country and have never seen one. But while driving on roads between trail and human settlement I've seen a few. You know once they�ve tasted a Big Mac they don�t wanna go back.

#13.1.1 commander clopfelter on 2007-10-29 16:14 (Reply)

Have encountered three in this life. Turned a corner on a high mountain trail one bright summer day. All alone I stood between mom and the twins. Backed out real quiet and humble!

Older now, not so cocky. These days, I think my beloved and I will be packin something else besides the assurance of youth. Especially now that the grizzlies have returned to the neighborhood! We are quite a ways away from our nearest neighbor (2 miles) Medics take a very long time to get there, etc. Can't imagine retiring to a country club, or golf course though.

#14 apple pie on 2007-10-29 19:38 (Reply)

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