Hunting

(July 26, 2010) The last few months have been quite hot. Not only the temperature but the wildlife as well. We have captured some impressive bucks on trail cams lately and are really looking forward to getting after them this fall. If you haven't gotten your cameras out yet you are really missing out on some great velvet action. Bucks will typically put on 1 to 2 inches of antler growth a day this time of year and have no problems with showing themselves in soybean fields on most any evening. So grab your optics and learn some back roads. It is a really enjoyable way to wind the day down.

Another species that has made an impressive comeback the last few years is the Cottontail. Rabbits have been scarce for the past several years and most folks sold their beagles long ago. I have seen some impressive numbers of them in the last 2 years and will be on the lookout for some dogs this season. Squirrel season is opening August 21st and will be non stop action early and late in the day. The acorn crop is yet to be determined but I suspect the drought conditions will probably take a negative effect. So get that shotgun dusted off and take a child squirrel hunting. I guarantee you they will appreciate it and you will not find a better place to raise a kid than in the woods or on the water.

Good Hunting.

Scott Adams
Jonathan Creek Outfitters