NH Grouse Hunting Update: 10/21
I hope that some of you own stock in ammunition companies, because this group discharged their firearms a lot in our three days of hunting together.
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NH Grouse Hunting Update: 10/15
It’s pretty blustery outside tonight as I write this. Our nor’easter blew in last night and intensified this morning, leading to a big rainout of a day for our bird hunters. We did have some great autumn days this week however, and I was fortunate to spend a couple of those days hunting with Mike Scarks and Lou Wood, both veteran bird hunters, but new to the woods of Pittsburg.
What is "Great" Grouse Cover?
That is the question that most runs through my mind, no matter what time of year. Having a feeling for where grouse might be helps us form a plan that might turn an ordinary day of upland hunting in to one of those memory-making “great” days.
NH Grouse Hunting Update
It seems like a pretty good start so far to this year’s hunt. Grouse numbers appear to be the same, and maybe even a bit better than last year. It also looks like our resident woodcock fared very well this spring and summer, but the early flights have begun up here as well, so things are really cooking.
VT Grouse Hunting Update: 10/8
Yup, that’s the kind of weather we’ve had up here the last couple of days, and, guess what, it’s raining right now as I write this. Still, that doesn’t deter the dogs from doing what they do best, and the birds were there after all ... but, not the most comfortable conditions for a stroll in the woods.
NH Grouse Hunting Update: 10/3
The start to the NH grouse season saw the remnants of a formidable tropical storm that belted us for two straight days, with October 1 falling on the second day of the torrent. Nevertheless, we are grouse hunters, and there were grouse to be pursued regardless of the weather conditions, so the answer to the question was simple: yes, we’re going out!
Back Lake Monsters?
Is that the mysterious “Back Lake Monster” that has been rumored to haunt the depths of our lake? No, we don’t have a “Nessie” here, it’s just Rudy, Greta, and Monty all taking a swim on a beautiful summer day.
The New Pup In Town
As the new “lodge dog”, Monty’s gotten plenty of attention from our guests, which has been great for him in his development. Right now, training centers around getting the lay of the land, obedience, and fitting in with Greta and Rudy.
Grouse Hunting Season Stats
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2024: 190.5 Hours |
2023: 222.5 Hours |
2022: 123.0 Hours |
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2021: 193.5 Hours |
2020: 199.5 Hours |
2019: 184.5 Hours |
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2018: 144.0 Hours |
2017: 180.5 Hours |
2016: 178 Hours |
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2015: 202.0 Hours |
2014: 138.0 hours |
2013: 152 Hours |
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2012: 114 Hours |
2011: 161 Hours |
2010: 139.5 Hours |
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2009: 93.5 Hours |
2008: 82.5 Hours |
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