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© Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 1 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com This is a great example of how This issues featured website a website should be done. This web site prints out to be about 10 pages for $320 a year or $80/ quarter. We offer websites Kansas Veterinary School. Those from $270/year. studies indicate that socialization of Celtic Farms & a puppy decreases markedly should We believe, unequivocally, two Kennels, Inc. the puppy be removed from it’s lit- things with regard to breeding bird ter environment prior to that age. dogs: that excellence begets excellence and that winning (whether it be hunt- When shipped, all of our pups ing or field trialing) begets winning. will have received immunizations These two concepts have shaped the for distemper, hepatitis, leptospiro- Celtic breeding program. sis, parvoinfluenza, corona, and kennel cough. All will have accom- Taking a page from both Bob panying them a Certificate of Health Wehle’s exceedingly successful issued by the Kennel veterinarian. Elhew breeding program and Before shipping, you will be contact- thoroughbred breeding history, ed as to a preferred shipping date we early concluded that only and the preferred airport closest to intensive line breeding could ac- your home. Then, immediately after complish the sort of improvement the puppy is placed in the care of the which was necessary in order to National Champion Celtic’s Sua airline carrier, you will be called and bring the Irish Setter from the Sponte provided with the airbill number, depth of its destruction at the the flight number, the time of arrival hands of show breeders to the and the full itinerary from Penn- epitome of success as measured sylvania to the puppy’s ultimate by field trial and hunting compe- destination. Breeding Program tition with English Pointers and We ship via U.S. Air exclusively; English Setters. as you are undoubtedly aware, U.S. Line breeding carries with it both Air now services virtually every the benefit of being able to isolate su- major metropolitan center in the perior genes and the duty of careful continental United States. selection and discriminate culling. At Celtic Kennels when puppies are first weaned, socialization and “play training” begins immediately. By the time the puppies have reached seven to eight weeks of age, we have at 4 Month old Celt on point least an inkling as to which ones are Throughout the course of each going to meet the standard for repro- year, Celtic Kennels produces ten to duction. Those individuals are not twelve litters of puppies. We usu- offered for sale, but rather returned ally, therefore, have puppies avail- for further training and evaluation. Seldom is there more than one puppy able at virtually any time during the Same pup, retrieving from a litter chosen; frequently there course of the year. We feed and recommend Purina are none and, on rare occasions there Our puppies are not released to Puppy Chow; that feed is offered on are two or three. their new master or mistress until a free choice basis from the time that they are a minimum of 49 days of our pups are two weeks of age, thus age, this restriction having been self- giving them adequate opportunity Celtic Farms & Kennels, Inc. imposed as a result of the various to “wean themselves” from their Paul R. Ober President mothers. studies done by the Morris Animal 800-428-0993 e-mail paul@ foundation and the University of oberandassociates.com © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com The fun starts here What’s Inside

1 Cover 61 Advertising 17 News From Rates 2 This issues The AKC featured website 62 Marketplace 3 What’s In- 67 The Last side Laugh 4 F r o m T h e 68 Back Cover Publisher’s Desk Tri-Tronics 20 N e w s 5 Letters From From The Enemy The Field Camp And Good Dave Duffey Guys CEO & Publisher 10 Urban Gun 24 State News Dogs By Anthony Z. Dennis Guldan 46 Gun Show Roettger & Benjamin President H. Schleidler III Ellen Guldan 12 P h e a s a n t Technical Consultants Season Reminders C a l e n d a r O f Ron Guldan Events Jazz, Ener, Scooby, Jenny

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From The Publisher’s Desk

Welcome to the October/November 2009 issue. We like the rest of the world are going through changes. There are a lot of challenges out there to bring a quality product to our readers and advertisers. But bear with us and we’ll meet those challenges. Our fall Oct/Nov issue is as usual is more bird counts than articles. Just as most of the rest of the year is more articles than bird counts, makes us different than the rest. We now have all our back issues online so if you get bored with bird counts we have hundreds of articles for you. So what do we have in store for you in this issue? First I talk American Water Spaniels with Jane & George Christiansen of Night Hawk Kennels of Vergas, MN, they are in the small group that run the national club and a major breeder of AWS’s. Dave Duffey talks about when to start training our dog. We then offer you an excerpt from the book Urban Gun Dogs By Anthony Z. Roettger & Benjamin H. Schleidler III. Tony is one of the trainers for our dog Scooby who has her Senior Hunter.

Next we look at a few reminders for pheasant season and expected opener issues. Then we take a short look at the most common commands many of us use. Then we look at the 125 years of the AKC and the dogs that have risen to the top in popularity. Next we look at the latest AKC news and News from the Enemy and good guys camps. And finish this issue with the state news, calendars breeders and less I not forget as always Last Laugh.

Dennis Guldan Publisher Bird Dog & Retriever News

© Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Hunter Safety Letters From The Field Dennis I have noticed you and your wife are both Hunter e-mail [email protected] Safety instructors. I have been thinking about doing that and Hello, I just stumbled upon Joan, we have the calendar giving back to our sport as you your magazine and am thrilled of events in EVERY issue. Since have suggested. How does one about this. It sure beats the I just again redid the www. become an instructor? Gerry H. AKC websites in trying to find Bdarn.com website you are in Madison WI hunt tests for the year. AKC is for a treat. We first go through Gerry, contact your local De- infamous for not listing them the AKC website in addition to partment of Natural Resource too far in advance and being a dozen other recognized dog office. In Minnesota they have a as I have many dog endeavors organizations. Then we go to handful of instructor classes each I like to set things up on my the breed area of the website year. Mine was held at Gander calendar by the year, not the and look at each of the areas Mountain and lasted less then an month! clubs websites. hour. Ellen and Ron went for about a three hour class. There is no test I would like to know which You can get there by either and it does not cost anything. Basi- issue has the complete listing clicking on your state link or cally just sign-up and show up and for the year by state for the tri- your breed link on our website. you are an instructor. Then find a als and tests. The next screen will come up group that is already teaching and with all the club web pages in help out. That is what Ellen and I Any help you could send did. Dennis G your state or your breed. Not me would be really helpful saying the clubs website is cur- Duck Farts and I’d appreciate it. Respect- rent. But if both the club and fully, Joan We have just enjoyed a gour- the AKC is wrong, well chances met meal of Roast Mallard. are you don’t want to go to the In researching duck recipes, Send in your letters and event anyways. Thanks for we located your combination writing. Dennis Guldan named “Duck’s Fart”. The photos guys decided it sounded like a “real man’s drink”, but to their disappointment, it tasted like a Mud Slide. Now, if you are expert on duck recipes, why not come up with one that fits the occasion? Thanks ahead of time. One of the gang Bonnie Thanks Bonnie, the drink tastes exactly like it’s called. Have you tasted a Ducks Fart lately. As far as better tasting drinks, sounds like we all need to turn to the drawing board and do some mixology research, for the betterment of mankind. I’ll keep the readers apprised of the results. Dennis G © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 5 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com What’s New

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Though Jane & George have a he first Meet The Breed dog. Nothing flashy but would large kennel, about 50 dogs, they try er column I ever did over bring home the meat. Night hawk to find time to get them all out in the ten years ago was with dogs do just that. They are used to field. Twice each year they fill their PaulT Bovee of central Wisconsin. hunt pheasants, grouse and have no vehicles and test their dogs. Back then if you wanted an Ameri- equal if your hunting waterfowl in a can Water Spaniel (AWS), it probably With a kennel the size of Night small canoe. Night Hawk also train had some Bovee bloodlines in them. Hawk you can expect you had better with chukkars. It was around that time that Jane have a good vet near by that knows I asked Jane what she looks for & George Christiansen of Night in her bloodlines. She looks for a Hawk Kennels of Vergas, MN was good family hunting dog. A dog also introduced to Paul Bovee and with good temperament with a soft continued his bloodlines. curly coat that loves to hunt. Beyond In this issue we will look at that she looks for good conforma- Night Hawk Kennels and what has tion and a good bite. happened to this great little dog de- So how much would you pay signed for waterfowl hunting from for a great American Water Spaniel a canoe. The America Water Spaniel from Night Hawk Kennels? $700 has it’s origins in a swampy area will get you a great family and hunt- of the Fox River Valley region of ing dog. So if you want more infor- central Wisconsin, not that far from mation about Night Hawk Kennels Green Bay. An area not dissimilar to or American Water Spaniel you can the area that Jane & George Chris- either go to their website www. tiansen decided to establish Night nighthawkkennels.com or give Jane Hawk Kennels in western MN. and George a call at 218-342-2411 Jane & George are the larg- you’ll be glad you did. est breeders of American Water Spaniels in the world. So what does the American Water Spaniel Club think of their breeding program? They must approve because Jane is the president of the national club.

We will be watching Jane, the about Americans. Well Jane’s vet is AWSC and their dogs because as of a very knowledgable, you get that June of this year after a many year way by owning two Night Hawk battle the American’s will be run- dogs. Jane has worked with her vet ning hunt tests under the spaniel and other vets to identify a marker classification. So we can evaluate for epilepsy found in AWS’s. how well they can perform as a versatile retriever/flusher. The American Water Spaniel has always been known as a meat © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 7 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com First-time gun dog owners may look on this as a revelation. Hunters Training who have experienced success with the development of one or more good hunting dogs probably have done all these things without giving much thought to why they did or When Should I Start Training? how it affected the finished product. By Dave Duffey Even proven trainers, doing what ought to be done subconsciously, sometimes forget. he most frequently asked training; in contrast to the serious, So, in whatever category you question by both experi by rote, “formal” training worth- place yourself, seeing some things, enced and beginner gun while gun dogs must undergo as that ought to be done ought to be dog Towners is “when should I start they mature. helpful to all. Even more important training this new puppy?” The an- It may be that the stuff absorbed (in my spectrum of priorities), when swer is: On the day the pup arrives. in an almost osmotic process is more faced with the task of developing a Age is not the criteria. Any pup old important, than the controlled, me- good gun dog, this “play training” enough to survive separation from chanical learning that comes later. will make a “dog’s life” a great deal its dam is ready for training and can Canine learners might be fairly com- easier and more enjoyable. Casual, learn. If you want a well-adjusted, pared to human children who learn day to day introduction and inte- easy to get along with hunting com- a great deal and form much of their gration with a human lifestyle isn’t panion the time to begin the training adult character before any exposure madness. It’s a method that brings is the moment you bring this mighty to primary, secondary and advanced out the best, now and in the future, mite home. education. in good gun dogs. Good luck This is imperative. Not only The photos and the texts ex- does a pup “start school” as early plaining them represent only a few as four to five weeks of age (as a of the things sportsmen and their practical matter most pups go into family members can do to ensure their first homes at six to 12 weeks the pup of their choice turns out ac- of age) because it can learn, but cording to expectations. It has noth- because regardless of what you do ing to do with breed or pedigree. It or do not do with it, every puppy applies to all dogs, whether they will learn. become superlative bird finders Life with a gun dog is a lot less and retrievers or fall short of that complicated if you get things off goal from lack of that combination on the proper paw. Guide the pup of natural ability, opportunity and into learning “good things” that training which makes really good will benefit both hunter and hunt- hunting dogs. ing dog. Such guidance may be technically classified as “informal” Very early introduction to and acceptance of other pets in a household will help avoid future embar- rassment or worse, caused by adult hunting dogs that will attack rather than put up with or ignore other domestic animals. Keeping a cat to “felinise” pups won’t be included in every hunter’s bag of training tricks. But it is worth consideration and justifies the presence of kittens as well as puppies in a sportsman’s household. © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Crating a new- ly-arrived pup isn’t cruelty and it’s more than just a convenience for the owner. It is effective training. For the dog who’ll live in the house, it facilitates “house- breaking. “ For all dogs early crating promotes a “home-away-from- home” attitude toward confinement in car crates or trailer compartments during the traveling modern-day gun dogs must do to reach a hunting destination.

A chastised pup can make anyone feel like Simon Legree. But from the very beginning, no matter how “cute” their activities or appealing their expressions, pups must learn that “No!” means just that. Sub- sequent field and obe- dience training is then made much easier.

Perhaps the most important requirement in turning a puppy into a useful gun dog is a genuine desire to possess the pup which will translate into making pleasant the work that must be done to train a hunting dog for a happy owner. The expression on this owner’s face tells it all, no matter how many times before it has been turned on by a precocious, much wanted puppy.

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Chapter 1 The Right Dog for Your Situation Size and Breed Matters There is a puzzling array of choices of gun dogs available to the urban hunter today, and it is by no means a simple task to sort through the literature and decide on a dog that fits your particular needs and situation. Should you buy a flushing dog, a pointer, or a retriever? How will the dog adapt to urban life? Will it play gently with small children? Am I able to invite people into my house without fear of my dog attacking them? How will it integrate into my family? And most importantly, will my marriage survive the inevitable strains? These questions are truly important ones and will influ- ence significantly your choice of breed. Irrespective of your breed choice, there is one essential ingredient to success-your choice of breeder/trainer. The choice of breeder is critical if you want both a quality gun dog and an adoring family dog. Gun dogs do not come from a pet store or a neighborhood is not to say that some bench dogs cannot turn into breeder. In all of the breeds discussed in this book, there is a reasonably good hunting dogs with much work, fairly healthy divide between those dogs bred for the show patience, and professional help. However, it is to ring (called conformation in the American Kennel Club say that generally field-bred dogs require far less parlance, or bench dogs) and those bred for the field. Over training, have greater natural instincts toward the past fifty years, virtually every sporting dog breed has field work, and will generally be hunting much divided into bench and field strains. Despite some heroic sooner than dogs bred for the bench. They will attempts to reunify the two and the occasional exceptional also make wonderful additions to your family. dog, the division appears permanent. However, lest the reader believe that the authors English springer spaniels or golden retrievers, for ex- are highly prejudiced against show dogs, we ample, bred for the bench look fundamentally different must point out that we have seen some nifty field than those bred for the field. Bench dogs have the extreme work from dogs not originally bred for the field. good looks one associates with the show ring. A field-bred Tony’s own experiences with his first dog Lady springer or golden will possess far less feathering of the coat, underscore that with hard work and diligence one with a concomitant reduction in grooming needs, and have can accomplish significant feats. If you have not a far greater natural bird finding and retrieving ability than yet made your choice of type of dog, consider a a bench dog. However, they will still be awfully nice to look field bred spaniel or retriever; it can make your at. Bench dogs tend be far more available to the prospective training tasks easier. If you already have the dog dog owner than field-bred dogs. One need merely peruse of your dreams, follow the training regime we the local paper’s want ads, check with friends, or visit a pet outline. It can help turn your dog into a solid store. To obtain field dogs, the urban hunter must go to a field performer. reputable field breeder irrespective of the breed choice. This Temperament and intellect, as well as hunt- © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com ing ability, are crucial selection to breed and at the risk of alienating out the front door. Flushing dogs criteria. It is important, we believe, some very dear friends who place also tend to be less rambunctious, to dispel a myth about field-bred great stock in their pointing dogs, especially as they mature. dogs and their ability to adapt to the it is our assessment that flushing Pointers, on the other hand, urban environment right up front. dogs, the spaniels and retrievers, because of their scenting style that Contrary to many preconceptions, are perhaps the best suited by style, takes the scent from the air rather a field-bred spaniel or retriever can breeding, and temperament to the than the ground, tend to range fur- make a very good housedog as well urban environment. ther from the hunter instinctively. as a sound field companion. With a Flushing dogs, are among the They obviously cover more ground, little training, a lot of love and atten- oldest of the hunting dog breeds. but are much less in the hunter’s tion, and a solid match of dog type Their original purpose was to flush direct control in their hunting style. to your personal situation, you can or “spring” game for falconers be- They require more land to train on have a dog that meets all (or perhaps fore the advent of modern shotguns. and generally are less aggressive most) of your, requirements. It has Flushing dogs work very close to on retrieves than spaniels or re- been our experience that field-bred the hunter through breeding, in- trievers. Many pointers (of course spaniels and retrievers tend to be stinct, and training. In the flushing there are exceptions) are relatively highly intelligent, biddable, and style, spaniels and retrievers work high-energy dogs that make the loving companions. They adapt to “flush” birds from cover within transition to housedogs less readily well in most instances to home and shotgun range of the hunter. A than the more docile spaniel and field-characteristics that are critical flushing dog hunts perhaps no more retriever breeds. Training pointing for the urban hunter. Regardless than ten to fifteen yards in front of dogs to be steady to wing and shot of type, however, all dogs require the handler and twenty or so yards (or “holding a point”) requires a lot significant attention. to either side as it “quarters” the of training space, many birds, and Selecting the Right Dog ground in the classic “windshield much time. You can get a young Selecting a dog for the field and wiper” pattern that varies slightly flushing dog working in the field suburban environment is a critical depending upon the direction of much sooner and without as much step that must be undertaken with the wind. These dogs obtain their training (albeit not steady to wing you and your spouse as partners. scent from the air and the ground, and shot) as you would need for a The urban environment is highly unlike a pointer that takes its scent young pointer. To be sure, the Brit- demanding-especially if you live in primarily from the air. Because of tany is somewhat different than areas that place heavy restrictions the spaniel and retriever scenting most of the other pointers and has on pet ownership, or if both adult style, they cannot cover the same its devotees who live in urban areas. members of a household work. area that pointing dogs are able to In fairness, however, we must point The decision to bring a dog into the cover, but work much closer to the out the Brittany has only recently household must be a family one. hunter than pointers. This is a direct departed the spaniel ranks; only To bring home a brand-new puppy result of centuries of breeding and a within the last decade was the suf- in a cardboard carton with the ex- highly developed instinct. fix “spaniel” dropped from its AKC breed name. Similarly, one may find clamation “Honey, look what I got Because flushing dogs work “pointing” Labrador retrievers with today. Isn’t he cute?” Is an approach close to the hunter from instinct, temperament and handling char- doomed to failure into today’s mod- they are generally (not always, acteristics similar to the flushing ern urban household. It may also net unfortunately) far less prone to variety. By and large, however, it you a few nights on the couch. run off from their masters. Their has been our experience that flush- instinctual close working style and The best approach starts with ing spaniels and retrievers on the loving nature combines with their a clear idea of the level of training average are better suited for city highly developed retrieving instinct you want your dog to have before life and the urban gun dog trainer to make them ideally suited to the you decide on the breed of dog. In than pointers. today’s highly demanding urban needs of today’s urban hunter. life style, it is vital to have an agree- Field bred spaniels and retrievers ment among family members as to have the ability to stay indoors for the level of training you want the extended periods and “turn off” Copyrights The Writers Collective dog to have before you bring him the field while indoors, especially from Urban Gun Dogs By home. This in turn may narrow the as they mature. They also have that Anthony Z. Roettger & Benjamin choices of breed type. With respect unique ability to “turn on” their bird H. Schleidler III hunting abilities when they walk © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 11 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com 5. It is illegal to shoot pheasants and other small Hunting Reminders game from ATVs, except for properly permitted disabled hunters. 6. When small-game ani- 13 Pheasant Season Reminders mals, such as pheasants, are lawfully shot from road rights- of-way and fall onto private land, those animals may be re- h e a s a n t s e a s o n cannot possess 15 pheasants trieved by unarmed hunters. brings family and until after the fifth day of the friends together for season. 7. Don’t forget your license. excitingP and fun memories, and While hunting, you must be 2. It is illegal to allow a the South Dakota Game Fish in possession of your hunt- firearm to protrude from a and Parks Department offers ing license; those 16 and older motor vehicle or conveyance some reminders to make sure must also have a valid form of attached to it while on a public all hunters have safe and legal identification for the purpose of highway during the hunting outings. verifying identity. season. This includes hunters 1. The daily limit for pheas- riding to and from fields in the 8. The use of nontoxic shot ants is three, with a possession back of pickups. for small game is required on limit of 15; however a hunter most public lands, but not all. 3. It is illegal to shoot Non-toxic shot is not required from a motor ve- on U.S. Forest Service National hicle, including Grasslands, state school lands an ATV while or on most GFP-managed and hunting pheas- leased properties designated at ants. This also Walk-In Areas when hunting includes hunters small game, such as pheasants riding in the back or grouse. of pickups to and from fields. 9. Respect the land, landowners, and people in your 4. When rid- hunting group. ing in an ATV, firearms must be 10. Safety and enjoyment of completely en- friends and the outdoors leads closed in cases to a successful hunt. and unloaded. 11. Leave your vehicle and Landowners on your cares behind. Take the their own land perfect walk in nature. and those who have concealed pistol permits and carrying pistols are exempt from this provi- sion.

Dog Commands

Sit: First command typically teached. Demand that your dog sit when you give them a treat. Many pointing breeds do not teach this command.

Stay: Second command taught. Use it to make your pup stay in place before you give them the treat.

Down : The third command taught, use the treat to bring their head and body to the ground.

Come:After you have Sit, Stay and Down done next call your pup and call “Come”

Heel: After you have the above commands done you can teach Heel. Walk by next to the leg and sit when stop.

In: Used to get your dog In to your vehicle or their kennel. Some also use the Kennel command.

Hup: Stay where you are. This is a bit more complicated and envolves a leash and hands on.

Out: Used to get a dog to search Out further than what they are.

Stand: Not taught often for field dogs, very common with show dogs. It is very useful when your dog is at the vet.

Dead Bird: Used when you know there is a dead bird in the area to get a dog to search the area.

© Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 13 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com “It is important to know where everyone is during the hunt. At the end of the day, we all want a safe, Pheasants In Iowa successful hunt.” Still, when hunters can set foot into their favorite grassy field, creek bed or corn stubble, it’s to enjoy the Slow Pheasant Opener day; work their dogs and spend time Expected with friends and family outdoors. By Joe Wilkinson They also spend money while they’re at it. Figures from the latest U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service he forecast is pretty well orange. The law requires at least one outdoor recreation survey support known. This weekend visible external piece of apparel with that. “Pheasant hunting, quail hunt- across Iowa, we find out at least 50 percent solid blaze orange ing, have always been a big part of whereT the pheasants are...or aren’t. in color: hat, cap, vest, coat jacket, the state’s history...and economy,” sweatshirt, shirt or coveralls. assesses Bogenschutz. “(In a year) Iowa’s premier game bird still the economic impact in Iowa was draws a crowd. Even over $220 million. And that last year, with preseason generated about $9 mil- counts at near record lion more in state and local lows, 86,000 hunt- taxes.” ers were in the field. They took an estimated While just getting out is 383,000 ringneck pheas- Priority One for most hunt- ants. Pre-season counts ers, it helps to see pheas- were basically about ants within shooting range. the same this summer; Weather-ranging from snow down in the northern and ice to summer floods- third of Iowa and up has been the short term vil- a bit in the lower two- lain behind our lower bird thirds. “When all is said counts. Over the long term, and done this season, though, shrinking habitat we should harvest about rates as the top concern. In 300,000-350,000 birds,” 1990, Iowa had 8,500 square estimates Todd Bogen- miles of suitable pheasant schutz, upland wildlife By Joe Wilkinson habitat. In just 15 years, research biologist for the that had shrunk to 5,800 Department of Natural square miles. Just this Oc- Resources. “The goal is to be seen,” said tober 1, another 130,000 acres came out of the Conservation Reserve On opening weekend, of course, Megan Wisecup, recreation safety Program. standing crops play into the plans, program supervisor for the DNR. too. That was obvious in last week- “Wear as much blaze orange as That’s why the outlook for end’s Youth Season...when steady, possible. Visibility of hunting party pheasants and quail is shifting from soaking rains kept combines out members is critical for hunter safety, field edges to Capitol hearing rooms. of the field for much of the week. especially while in dense vegeta- A special task force is tackling vari- By early this week, the corn and tion.” ous strategies to improve upland soybean harvests were three weeks Hunters staying within their game numbers. Their recommenda- behind schedule. proper zone of fire is also a major tions are due on lawmakers’ desks in January 10. With all the standing crops in safety issue while pheasant hunting. the field, hunters should wear more “Swinging on game is one of the “A couple things the committee than the minimum amount of blaze main causes of pheasant hunting has discussed include a statewide incidents in Iowa,” Wisecup said. CREP (conservation reserve en © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com

For the 18th consecutive Breed Rank year, the Labrador Retriever is the most popular purebred dog in America, according to 2008 registration statistics released AKC Celebrates 125th today by the American Kennel Club® (AKC) But, while more Anniversary than twice as many Labs were registered last year than any other breed making it a likely RANKING BREED 2008 2007 2003 1998 leader for many years to come, Retrievers (Labrador) 1 1 1 1 the Bulldog continues to amble Yorkshire Terriers 2 2 6 9 its way up the list. The breed German Shepherd Dogs 3 3 4 3 made news last year by return- Retrievers (Golden) 4 4 2 2 ing to the AKC’s Top 10 for Beagles 5 5 3 6 the first time in more than 70 Boxers 6 6 7 12 years and now has jumped 6%, Dachshunds 7 7 5 5 advancing two spots to land in Bulldogs 8 10 16 23 8th place. Poodles 9 8 8 7 Shih Tzu 10 9 9 11 “The playful Lab may still reign supreme, but the docile Pointers (GSP) 16 18 21 24 and adaptive nature of the Spaniels (Cocker) 21 17 14 13 Bulldog is gaining ground as Spaniels (E Springer) 27 27 28 27 a family favorite,” said AKC Brittanys 30 29 30 32 Spokesperson Lisa Peterson. Weimaraners 31 30 29 37 “It’s no surprise to learn that Vizslas 42 42 45 48 this devoted family companion Retrievers (Chesapeake ) 46 47 41 43 is still growing in popularity.” Setters (Irish) 67 66 63 60 Spaniels (English Cocker) 68 69 75 77 125 Years of History Pointers (GWP) 70 70 74 75 Like the Bulldog, the popular- Setters (English) 84 93 94 90 ity of breeds ebbs and flows Setters (Gordon) 90 91 87 78 over time. The AKC is proud Retrievers (Flat-Coated) 96 100 103 96 to be celebrating its 125th An- Retrievers (NSDTR) 100 110 56 - niversary during 2009. In 1884 Wirehaired Griffons 103 105 112 120 at the time of the organization’s Pointers 109 106 104 92 founding, AKC registered only Spinoni Italiani 112 117 119 - nine breeds versus the 161 it Spaniels (Clumber) 115 122 120 113 recognizes today: Spaniels (Welsh Springer) 120 124 116 116 AKC Registered Breeds in Spaniels (American Water) 134 138 125 115 1884 Rank in 2008 Retrievers (Curly-Coated) 136 143 137 125 Pointer 111 Spaniels (Field) 138 132 124 124 Chesapeake Bay Retriever 48 Spaniels (Irish Water) 142 147 130 128 English Setter 86 Spaniels (Sussex) 145 154 139 133 Gordon Setter 92 Irish Setter 69

© Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 15 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com MINNEAPOLIS–ST. “While Minneapolis-St. PAUL’S Paul keeps the nation’s two most popular Sporting TOP DOGS 2008 dogs in the top positions, it 1. Labrador Retriever also added the Brittany and 2. Golden Retriever 3. Boxer English Springer Spaniel – 4. German Shepherd Dog which are an unusual pair 5. English Springer Spaniel to see on any urban city’s 6. Yorkshire Terrier Top 10 list,” said AKC 7. Poodle Spokesperson Lisa Peter- 8. Cavalier King Charles Span- son. “Plus, with the Rot- iel tweiler and Cavalier King Clumber Spaniel 117 9. Rottweiler Charles Spaniel also quite Cocker Spaniel* 21 10. Brittany Irish Water Spaniel 144 popular, there is no room Sussex Spaniel 147 * Registration data pulled for national favorites like *In 1884 the English Cocker from Minneapolis zip the Beagle, Dachshund, Spaniel and the Cocker Span- codes as specified by U.S. Bulldog or Shih Tzu.” iel were registered as the same Postal Service breed. They were separated in 1946. Today the English Cocker Spaniel is ranked 70th.

© Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com * Carol Clark, Waverly, MO, to represent Border Collie Soci- News From The AKC ety of America * Gay Dunlap, Gilbert, AZ, on June 1, 2010 and to compete to represent Soft Coated Wheat- Highlights from the en Terrier Club of America October 19-20, 2009 in the Working Group June 30, 2010. * David W. Galloway, Wash- Meeting * The Leonberger will be ington, OH, to represent Cen- Highlights from the October eligible for AKC registration tral Ohio Kennel Club 2009 meeting of the AKC Board on June 1, 2010 and to compete * Hon. Janet G. Harner, of Directors are as follows: in the Working Group June 30, Pittsburgh, PA, to represent * The Board reinstated the 2010. Western Pennsylvania Kennel show-giving privileges of the * Effective immediately, the Association Pekingese Club of America. Plott stud book will be open * Judy Hiller, Mentor, OH, * The kennel names “Feath- and eligible Plotts will be eli- to represent Clumber Spaniel erquest (Golden Retrievers – gible for AKC registration. Club of America Rachel Page Elliott), and “Salt- * There were a number of * Donna Kranzberg, Sara- meadow” (Labrador Retrievers changes to the Agility Regu- sota, FL, to represent Corn- – Carla Hyndman) were per- lations, regarding the use of husker Kennel Club of Lincoln, manently retired at the request Jump Height Cards. The full Nebraska respectively of the Golden Re- text appears in the minutes of triever Club of America and the this meeting. * Betty McDonnell, Mah- Labrador Retriever Club. wah, NJ, to represent Norwich * The Chesapeake Bay Re- Terrier Club of America * The Icelandic Sheepdog triever Club and the Löwchen will be eligible for AKC regis- Club of America were given * Sheila Favro Marks, Lake- tration on June 1, 2010 and to permission to ballot for amend- land, FL, to represent Lakeland compete in the Herding Group ments to the breed standards. Winter Haven Kennel Club June 30, 2010. The following Delegates * Susan Olsen, Chicago, IL, * The Cane Corso will be were approved: to represent International Ken- eligible for AKC registration nel Club of Chicago * Shirley Sanders, Elon, NC, to represent Carolina Dog Training Club * Gene Sisneros, O. D., Montgomery, AL, to represent American Pomeranian Club * Diana L. Skibinski, Crown Point, IN, to represent Lake Shore Kennel Club * Evelyn M. Van Uden, Ransomville, NY, to represent Irish Water Spaniel Club of America © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 17 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com * Sandee White, Boonville, Kennel Club’s “Discover Dogs” famed columnist Cindy Ad- IN, to represent Miniature Pin- in England. AKC President ams who brought along her scher Club of America Dennis Sprung envisioned an dogs Jazzy and Juicy to greet Chairman’s Report event like this in the U.S. and the huge crowds at the York- expanded the concept to include shire Terrier Club of America’s October 2009 the CFA. With Meet the Breeds booth. Whoopi Goldberg, co- Inaugural Meet having been held in conjunc- host on “The View” and Mario the Breeds an tion with the AKC/Eukanuba Lopez, host of “Extra” also National Championship for attended, showing up to tape Overwhelming the past eight years, and being segments that will air shortly Success a consistent draw for crowds on their respective programs. This past weekend, the and media attention whether in Media impressions are still American Kennel Club, along Tampa, Orlando or Long Beach, being tabulated, but between with our friends at the Cat it was clear a stand-alone event our advertising campaign and Fanciers’ Association, hosted in a large metropolitan venue the publicity generated by the 36,000 people over two days at was in order. event, we have already reached more than 300 million people Meet the Breeds in New York Indeed, the recent media with our Meet the Breeds mes- City. As anticipated, it was an coverage, both pre- and post- sage: the first step in respon- unparalleled success resulting event, is testament to the tre- sible pet ownership is to “meet from the participation of nearly mendous appeal of this format the breed” which entails doing 200 dog clubs and cat councils and the public’s desire to ex- research and selecting a pet that and the support of over 100 perience cats and dogs outside fits your lifestyle. vendors and 16 sponsors – and the show ring. In addition to especially our proud presenting frequent coverage from New An event of this magnitude sponsor and provider of both York-area media outlets like isn’t created in a vacuum so I’d the AKC and CFA pet health- WNBC, WCBS, the New York like to thank the hard-working care plans– Pet Partners, Inc. Post and the Daily News, na- staff at the American Kennel Meet the Breeds showcased tional coverage appeared in Club, led by Gina DiNardo in the joys of pet ownership to an print outlets such as USA Today organizing club and staff par- audience of dog and cat lovers and New York Times while ticipation; Michael Canalizo for who were eager to learn about television coverage included handling the endless logistics the diversity of breeds and NBC’s “Today” and Fox News associated with the venue and responsible pet ownership in Channel’s “Fox & Friends,” to Daisy Okas and her commu- such a welcoming and positive which did multiple live broad- nications staff for getting the setting. This family–friendly casts from the event floor. Prior word out to the public. Many event educated children of all to the event, AKC and CFA other staff from both the New ages –including local Girl, Boy rang the opening bell at both York and North Carolina offices and Cub Scout troops– in a way NASDAQ (with licensee Jakks were critical to the success of that engaged them and created Pacific) and NYSE (with licens- this event and I am very grate- lasting memories with dogs and ing agent 4Kids), which was ful for their efforts. I know it cats. broadcast live on CNBC, Fox took tireless attention to detail Business Channel and many and many late nights to pull off The genesis for Meet the other stations. an event of this magnitude. Breeds –where potential pet owners can touch the dogs and We were also proud to host Last, but most certainly not talk with experts away from the a few “boldface names” at the least, I want to thank all the par- hurried ringside atmosphere event itself including fashion ticipating AKC parent and local at dog shows– came from The designer Michael Kors and specialty clubs that sent rep- © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com resentatives to host the breed Mertens has judged almost Retriever Training articles and booths and perform in the dem- 100 Open and Amateur Cham- created the training video, onstration rings. Also, I’d like pionship stakes, as well as the Sound Beginnings. Mertens to thank Parent Club Delegate 1996 National Amateur Cham- was inducted into the Retriever Committee Chairperson Pat pionship and 2003 National Hall of Fame in Grand Junction, Laurans for her assistance. She Tennessee in 2006. advocated for increased parent club participation and while we may have had celebrities in attendance, we all know that the real stars the public came to see were our beautiful animals. Without all of us working together as a team, this event could not have been possible. I thank everyone who contrib- uted and congratulate you all on your great success. Sincerely, Ron Menaker, Chairman

AKC Announces Open Championship. She also Recipients of the 2010 participated in numerous Judg- es’ Seminars and the Golden Lifetime Achievement Retriever Club of America Awards breeder symposiums. Performance: Jacquelyn Mertens was Chairman and (Jackie) Mertens, Madison, Chief Marshal in AKC licensed Florida Field Trials for over 30 years. She is past president of the National Mertens has been a dedicat- Open Retriever Club, served as ed retriever enthusiast since es- Chairman and Chief Marshal tablishing Topbrass Retrievers of their Championship, and is in 1968. She has bred or owned the National Representative more than 130 Field Champions for the Golden Retriever Club and Amateur Field Champions, of America. She was President Master Hunters and Qualified of the Women’s Field Trial Club All Age retrievers. She won from 2000 – 2007 and was also a the 1985 National Amateur past president of the American Championship with FC NAFC Amateur Field Trial Club. She Topbrass Cotton. Cotton is is currently on the Board of the also the hi-point Golden of all Snow Bird Retriever Club and time and was inducted into the Women’s Field Trial Club. Retriever Hall of Fame in 1993. He remains the only Golden Re- Mertens has written many triever to ever win the National Amateur title. © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 19 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com generated in the second quarter News From The Enemy Camp And Good Guys (calendar year) of 2009. Please keep in mind that although excise taxes are one of the best indicators of industry perfor- Manufacturers of firearms mance, they only reflect what Quarterly Firearm and ammunition pay a federal excise taxes the manufacturers excise tax -- a major source of and Ammunition have filed and do NOT reflect wildlife conservation funding Excise Taxes up 52 retail mark-up and final retail -- on all firearms and ammuni- sales. Percent tion manufactured (11 percent According to the most on long guns and ammunition Pistols and revolvers: recent Firearms and Ammuni- and 10 percent on handguns). $33,552,785.73 / .10 = $33,552,857.30 = $335.5 million tion Excise Tax Collection Re- The report, which covers for handguns port, released by the Depart- the time period of April 1, 2009 ment of the Treasury, firearm through June 30, 2009, shows Long guns: and ammunition manufactur- that $33.5 million was due in $42,373,696.86 / .11 = ers report excise tax obliga- taxes for pistols and revolvers, $385,215,426.00 = $385.2 million tions to be more than $122 $42.3 million for long guns and for long guns million in the second calendar $46.1 million for ammunition. Ammunition: quarter of 2009, up 52 percent Compared to the same quarter $46,157,400.88 / .11 = over the same time period re- in 2008, excise tax obligations $419,612,735.27 = $419.6 million ported in 2008. were up 44.4 percent for hand- for ammunition This dramatic increase fol- guns, 51.3 percent for long guns lows a 43 percent increase in and 57.5 percent for ammuni- Total estimation for the excise tax obligations from the tion. quarter: $1.14 billion previous quarter (1Q, 2009) Translation to sales: and 12 straight months of significant increases in FBI back- Using the latest reporting ground checks – another strong data as an indication of sales, a indicator of firearm sales. Ex- projection of $1.14 billion was cise tax obligations over the last reported 12 months (July 2008 through June 2009) were more than $419.8 million, an increase of $105.9 million (33.7 percent) over the preceding 12–month period (July 2007 through June 2008). The year’s substantial increases in background checks and federal excise tax obligations began just prior to the 2008 elections and flourished despite a wors- ening economy.

© Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Firearms Industry costing the state an estimated only two months to come into $492 billion, almost five times compliance, while the rest of Remains Critical of the state’s general fund budget the bill, including the captur- Governor Following and almost a third of the state’s ing and storage of personal Press Conference on gross product. The Small Busi- consumer data, goes into effect ness Advocate study also found in 2011, well after the governor Ammunition Bill that California’s regulatory is out of office and able to es- Facing his lowest approv- burdens costs an average of cape criticism from law-abiding al ratings (27 percent) in his $134,122 per California busi- consumers. six years as governor, Arnold ness, $13,801 per household Commenting on how an Schwarzenegger (R-CA) today and $4,685 per resident each ammunition registry will ul- attempted to mitigate fall-out year. Small businesses are 98 timately affect law-abiding from his decision to sign into percent of the state’s enterprises citizens, Halcon noted, “Those law legislation (AB 962) he and provide 52 percent of the retailers who can afford to stay vetoed just five years earlier jobs. in California will be forced to establishing ammunition regis- “Despite the excuses given substantially raise prices on tration in the Golden State. The this morning by the governor, law-abiding consumers who, governor claimed his flip-flop- nothing will change the fact under AB 962, will now be fin- ping on the issue was based on that this legislation will drive gerprinted like common crimi- public safety, a far cry from his many small, independent re- nals simply for exercising their veto statement in 2004 when he tailers already struggling in a Second Amendment rights.” called such burdensome regula- poor economy out of business tions “simply unworkable” and Halcon concluded, “Like or force them to flee California’s of “no public benefit.” the layers of gun control Cali- burdensome and hostile regula- fornia already has on the books, The California Association tory environment for greener ammunition registration will of Firearms Retailers (CAFR) economic pastures elsewhere-- do nothing to curb crime. It is and the National Shooting taking with them their jobs silly, at best, to think criminals Sports Foundation (NSSF) – the and tax revenue,” said CAFR will stand in line to be finger- trade association for the fire- President Marc Halcon. printed to buy ammunition arms and ammunition industry Criticism over ammunition from licensed retailers. Gover- – have remained highly critical registration has been mount- nor Schwarzenegger has just of the governor’s acquiescence ing as details of the legislation created an underground black to the gun-control lobby, using have come to light. “As small market for ammunition.” his own statistics against him. business owners are begin- NSSF has estimated that ning to understand the full NSSF Recommends AB 962 would cost California ramifications of this legislation, Five Actions for at least $2.92 million annually including the stringent storage in lost sales taxes and $629,000 requirements for ammunition, Hunters to Take in increased operating costs for our phones have been ringing With hunting season un- state agencies. Lost retail sales off the hook,” said NSSF Senior folding like the colors of au- in California were estimated at Vice President and General tumn, the National Shooting $35.7 million. These estimates Counsel Lawrence G. Keane. Sports Foundation encourages followed the recent release of The retail-storage require- five actions hunters can take a study by the Governor’s Of- ments associated with AB 962 during this time of fair chase fice of Small Business Advocate will go into effect this January and harvest. that show over-regulation of (2010), giving small businesses small businesses in California “We ask hunters to consider © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 21 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com them how they can carry on the legacy of Theodore Roosevelt and Aldo Leopold. A good place to start is NSSF’s booklet, The Hunter and Conservation and the video, Unendangered Species. Be an ethical sportsman these thoughtful actions during Take a youth hunting Practice and teach the rules this beautiful time of year when of fair chase, and report viola- we enjoy the companionship of Nearly 300,000 apprentice tors of written laws and regu- family and friends in the out- hunting licenses have been lations. Lawbreakers hurt the doors and the riches that nature put to use thanks to legislation image of responsible hunt- provides for us,” said Steve Sa- passed in 29 states that allows ers. Unwritten rules also exist netti, president of NSSF. “Each a youngster to try hunting among hunters that must be one of these actions reaffirms with a licensed adult mentor. followed, such as agreeing not the value of hunting on a per- Youth who are introduced to to take an excessively long shot, sonal level and reminds us of supervised hunting at an early using inadequate equipment our obligations toward wildlife age tend to stick with it, while and preparing properly for the and our fellow hunters.” children introduced in their hunt. Those who violate these mid-teens are often diverted unwritten rules should be cor- Put healthful fare by video games and organized rected. Learn more from NSSF’s sports. Check your state hunt- locally acquired on brochure, “The Ethical Hunter.” ing regulations to see if the op- Consider reading “Beyond Fair your table portunity exists to take a youth Chase” by Jim Posewitz. Your hunting. Although it may appear to state fish and wildlife agency be a current movement, liv- (find them at www.huntand- ing an eco-friendly lifestyle is Be a good shoot.org) or the International not new to hunters, who have conservationist Hunter Education Association always relied on renewable (www.ihea.org) can assist with Learn about the critical hunter education courses. resources to provide nutritious role hunters have played in food for their families -- food protecting wildlife and wild locally acquired and unfettered places. Join a conservation or- Practice safe gun by hormones or processed feed. ganization that helps protect handling at home and As NSSF President Steve Sanet- the species of your choice. With in the field ti has pointed out in a national interest in wildlife and habitat column, “Eighty-four percent heightened by Ken Burns’ “Na- Hunting season is always a of us hunt exclusively in our tional Parks: America’s Best good time to take stock of how home states. Only 5 percent Idea” series, now is a good time safely your firearms are stored never hunt locally. Compared to explain to youngsters how as in the home. Proper storage with consumers of U.S. super- hunters they are part of a com- of firearms, with ammunition market food which routinely munity that helped save the stored separately, can help travels as much as 2,500 miles white-tailed deer, wild turkey prevent firearms accidents, from source to table, we are and Rocky Mountain elk. Teach particularly among children. model locavores.” Learn the basics of safe gun © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com handling by reading the NSSF “This legislation is key to brochure “Firearm Safety De- ensuring that our hunting pends on You” or by watching and shooting heritage con- the video of the same title either tinues to endure, even amidst on DVD or online at www.nssf. continued threats from anti- org. Learn about safe storage of hunting and anti-gun special firearms in the home at www. projectchildsafe.org. interest groups, on federal lands,” said NSSF Senior Vice Firearms Industry President and General Coun- sel Lawrence G. Keane. Applauds Introduction of Fishing and Hunting The bill specifically directs Heritage Bill the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Manage- The National Shooting ment to utilize the multi-use Sports Foundation, the trade mandates in their agencies’ association for the firearms, respective land-management ammunition, hunting and plans to promote sportsmen shooting sports industry, and sportswomen’s access to applauded the introduction forest and public lands. of legislation, the Recre- ational Fishing and Hunting The bill would further Heritage and Opportunities provide federal land man- Act (HR 3749), to greatly en- agers with the authority to hance the ability of federal designate specific areas for land managers to provide, recreational shooting. promote and plan for rec- “The firearms industry reational uses that balance thanks Congressmen Boren the needs and interests of all and Ryan for their continued outdoor enthusiasts. support of sportsmen and The bill, introduced by women in the United States,” U.S. Reps. Dan Boren (D-Ok- concluded Keane. la.) and Paul Ryan (R-Wis.), requires that all federal public land planners evaluate the effects that management initiatives have on outdoors activities and provide a clear analysis of how proposed actions would affect these traditional users of federal public lands.

© Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 23 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com * Oct. 9/23, 2009 – Jan 17/31, 2010 – waterfowl season State News (mountain/desert zones) * Nov. 20 2009 – Jan. 3, 2010 – dove season Arizona To download the 2009-10 Ari- * Nov. 27, 2009 – Feb. 7, 2010 Dove season opens zona Dove and Band-tailed Pi- – Mearns’ quail Friday, Nov. 20 Most geon Regulations, and to learn Ben Avery Shooting more about how small game popular game bird hunting can be big fun, visit Facility sets winter hours offers bountiful autumn www.azgfd.gov/hunting. and new late arrival harvest Take advantage of small check-in Hunters can be thankful even game opportunities Recreational shooters are before the big Thanksgiving reminded that the Ben Avery With small game season in feast, because Friday, Nov. 20 Shooting Facility is operating full swing, now is a great time marks the return of dove sea- on winter business hours as of to get out in the field and do son. Oct. 15. some hunting and scouting for Late season dove hunting of- your upcoming hunt. Most of In addition, shooters arriving fers all day hunting (the early the habitat that javelina occupy near closing time are required season is primarily half-day is also good habitat for quail to check-in 30 minutes before hunting). Along with the full (Gambel’s, scaled and Mearns’), closing time to allow shooters days, the season is liberal and cottontail rabbits, jackrabbits, and archers ample range time. open for just over six weeks, dove, squirrel and even ducks. Arriving with less than 30 min- allowing plenty of hunting op- Not to mention, all of these spe- utes could leave customers in portunity. cies make great table fare when the middle of a cease- fire, of- The season runs from Nov. 20, cared for properly. fering little to no opportunity 2009 – Jan. 3, 2010. The bag limit to shoot. Young hunters can hone many is 10 birds per day. of the same skills needed to Ben Avery Shooting Facility The late season is a great time hunt javelina when pursuing winter business hours are: to enjoy cooler temperatures, rabbits and squirrels with a * Monday – CLOSED and little to no hunting pres- .22 rifle, including using their * Tuesday – CLOSED sure, when compared to the binoculars to discover game, * Wednesday – 8 a.m. to 8 early season. identifying habitat, stalking, p.m. (7:30 p.m. last check-in Another great thing about the marksmanship, and proper time) late season is the chance to hunt field care for dressing harvested * Thursday – 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. quail and rabbits in the same game. (7:30 p.m. last check-in time) uplands that dove inhabit, of- Small game season offers big * Friday – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. fering a mixed bag bonanza. fun, with plenty of pursuits (2:30 p.m. last check-in time) Each of these game animals and long seasons. Season dates * Saturday – 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. make great table fare, but com- are: (7:30 p.m. last check-in time) bined it is an autumn harvest * Year-round – cottontail * Sunday – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. smorgasbord. rabbits and jackrabbits (2:30 p.m. last check-in time) Happy hunting, and be safe. * Oct. 2, 2009 – Feb. 7, 2010 – Winter hours are in effect until Gambel’s and scaled quail May 14, 2010. * Oct. 2 – Dec. 31, 2009 – squirrel season

© Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com just get spoiled by the great years,” said Small Game Program Supervi- sor, Mike Rabe. “Hunt- ers will need to focus on core quail habitat in lower elevations, areas with good cover (roost- ing trees and low ground cover), drainage and water source’s are a plus.” Rabe added, “Washes are key and can provide upland hunters a smorgasbord of game to pursue including quail, mourning dove Quail hunters: Washes, “Field reports from quail (reopens Nov. 20) and walking and water are hunters have been mixed,” rabbits (jacks and cottontails) – key this season said Public Information Of- all are exciting and challenging ficer, Doug Burt. “I’ve seen 2009-10 season offers less to hunt and excellent eating.” comments of 15-bird limits on crowds, exploration and mixed The late season dove and chat forums one day and heard bag year-round rabbit seasons are hunters state ‘I didn’t see a bird Quail check station results overlooked by many hunters all day’ the next – clearly, hunt- from the season opener week- says Rabe. “Many hunters are ers will need to search out the end (Oct. 3-4) vary and suggest missing out - the weather is honey holes.” populations are below-average fantastic, there are no crowds, Don’t despair, there is a silver in central regions to well-below- and doves and rabbits are plen- lining. average in southern regions of tiful.” the state reported Arizona “You can still go out and find Cover and habitat for all three Game and Fish Department birds, there’s always Gambel’s game animals are similar and officials. quail to hunt in Arizona – we should include a combina- Southern region check stations (Freeman & Willow Springs) recorded 1.8 birds per day of which the harvest comprised of juveniles was at 50-57 percent. The central region (Tonto Basin) reported slightly better numbers of 2.9 birds per day and 70 percent juveniles in the harvest.

© Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 25 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com tion of mesquite- shooting at best,” lined washes, Babb pointed hackberry bush- out. es, desert brittle brush, catclaw, On the other varieties of des- hand, he said, if ert cacti, (prickly warm weather pear is a good keeps Arizona’s indicator) and high country desert grasses waters open, between 1,500- many ducks and 4,500 feet in el- geese will spend evation. the winter there rather than mi- No. 6 shot is grating to lower recommended elevations. during challeng- reproduction estimates for this “Simply put, many migrating ing seasons. The same shot is year are good in North Ameri- suitable for rabbits and doves waterfowl species go no farther ca, with most species showing south than they have to. If we flushing through cover too. So an increase in numbers. Sum- load up, be safe and enjoy the have a warm winter, our state’s mer surveys this year indicated high elevations will likely offer great American hunting tradi- nesting was generally up. tion. the best hunting,” Babb said. “A common problem we ex- The early part of the season For more reports on the up- perience in Arizona, despite land hunting season, tips, sea- offers the best opportunities nesting success, is warm winter for some of the early migrants son dates and more, visit the weather. Often warm winters in Arizona Game and Fish Depart- like cinnamon and blue-wing the western states will ‘short- teal. November is usually when ment’s Web site at www.azgfd. stop’ much of the migrating gov/hunting. waterfowl hunting in the desert waterfowl before they make it areas really picks up. to the southern U.S. So while Dig out the deeks – the ”At this time free water at states north of us (Utah, Ne- full waterfowl season is northern latitudes typically vada, etc.) enjoy fantastic hunt- taking flight becomes scarce, forcing birds ing, we experience sporadic Dig out the deeks and limber southward to seek feeding and up those duck calls – the desert zone waterfowl hunting takes flight on Oct. 23 and closes on Jan. 31, but the best hunting may still be in the high country. A lot of waterfowl hunters have already been taking advantage of the mountain zone waterfowl opportunities. Now the season has shifted to the lower elevations as well. Randy Babb, an Arizona Game and Fish biologist and veteran duck hunter, said waterfowl © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com resting areas. Mornings after mended. It is also very impor- open until Oct. 23 and then closes big winter storms and severe tant to remain motionless while on Jan. 31, 2010. cold snaps are often an excel- birds are working the decoys “We have split zones for water- lent time to check desert stock or coming in,” said the veteran fowl to provide hunters a longer ponds for ducks,” Babb said. waterfowler. season if they want to take advantage of it,” Rabe said. Decoys will prove useful on To retrieve downed birds from central Arizona lakes, rivers, stock tanks, try using a fishing Colorado and ponds. “If you are decoy- rod rigged with a topwater Conservation of lesser ing, you’ll want to start early. plug. Cast over dead birds prairie-chickens will Have your decoys set and your and reel them in. The same rig be the subject of a blind built before legal shooting fitted with a diving plug will workshop at the Division time comes. Once again, a little retrieve decoys in deep water scouting will be a big help in by snagging the anchor line. Re- of Wildlife Office in finding a productive shooting member, only non-toxic or steel Lamar Nov. 12, from 4-8 spot,” Babb said. shot may be used for ducks and p.m. Ducks tend to congregate in geese. The workshop is open to any- backwaters, slow runs on riv- Early waterfowl – the one interested lesser prairie- ers, and sheltered areas on lakes appeal is mountain teal chicken conservation. such as coves and the mouths The appeal is usually blue- “Local citizens interested in of rivers and creeks. winged, cinnamon, and green- lesser prairie-chicken manage- “With some scouting you winged teal for the early moun- ment will be briefed on preser- will discover that though there tain-zone-only waterfowl hunting vation options and the identifi- may be several spots that seem starting Oct. 9, but you’ll likely cation of specific management to look good and are used by find some resident mallards as actions that will be most effec- ducks, there is one or a few well. tive at the local level,” said Seth spots that they prefer. Set out “Blue-winged teal are usually the McClean, a wildlife conserva- your decoys and build your first waterfowl we see move down tion biologist with the DOW. the flyway,” said Migratory Bird blind while it is still dark so you “By working with local stake- Biologist Mike Rabe. “But there will be situated at legal shoot- will often be some cinnamon and holders we can discuss coop- ing time,” he advises. green-wings a little later and there erative conservation solutions Typically the best shooting are also resident waterfowl popu- and develop a workable and is in the first couple of hours lations, such as mallards.” effective management plan,” of the day, so it is important Rabe added that most blue-wings said McClean. to be ready by legal shooting will have already passed through “The DOW has identified time. “On a typical duck hunt, the state by the time waterfowl some potential strategies that shooting is usually over by 10 season opens. “However, we have might be implemented in part- or 11 a.m. Geese generally fly a had quite a few blue-wings stay nership with local landown- little later than ducks, but you’ll in the state long enough to show ers, land managers, and other up in the harvest the last year or still want to be prepared by first stakeholders,” said Eric Odell, two.” light,” Babb said. the Grasslands Species Con- The Mountain Zone for water- Ducks will tend to move more fowl is from Oct. 9, 2009 to Jan. servation Coordinator for the in inclement weather, so shoot- 16, 2010 and includes units 1-5, 7, DOW. “However,” he added, ing often lasts longer on these 9m 11M, 12A and those portions “the agency would like to meet days. “Ducks have excellent of Units 6 and 8 within Coconino with any affected stakeholders eyesight and color vision, so County. to gather comments and answer keep this in mind when hunting Keep in mind that the desert questions before we proceed them. Camouflage is recom- zone waterfowl season doesn’t

© Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 27 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com with final development of the Curtis Allen operates a 4,200- management plan.” acre ranch that is located in the the conversion of undisturbed Ohio Creek Valley, just north “Conservation strategies are open prairies to agricultural of Gunnison. A sage-grouse the core of any recovery plan. and other human use. We are focusing on strategies mating area, known as a lek, is The DOW office in Lamar is intended to reverse the current located on his property and the located at 2500 S. Main St. decline of lesser prairie-chick- ranch provides excellent year- ens,” Odell said. “We hope to Anyone interested in par- round habitat for the birds. Al- protect the remaining birds we ticipating should contact Mike len enrolled 2,700 acres in the have left and to create habi- Smith at (719)336-6606 or (mi- CCAA program. The ranch is tat conditions that will allow [email protected]). also adjacent to other ranches populations to recover.” Gunnison Landowner that have excellent grouse Lesser prairie-chickens (Tym- Helps Conserve habitat. For several years Allen panuchus pallidicinctus) are a Gunnison Sage-Grouse has worked with the DOW to native grassland grouse species A Gunnison County rancher develop a wildlife management that are about the same size will be the first landowner in plan on the property conducive as domestic chickens. Lesser Colorado to participate in a to sage-grouse, other wildlife prairie-chickens prefer san- voluntary conservation pro- species and his cattle opera- dy grassland areas that have gram aimed at preserving the tion. an abundance of midgrasses, Gunnison sage-grouse. The “With the CCAA program, the sandsage, and yucca. They Colorado Division of Wildlife Division of Wildlife is working currently occupy grasslands in has been working closely with cooperatively with landowners Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, landowners in the Gunnison so that they can continue their Kansas, and Colorado. Biolo- Basin and other areas to help activities in a way that enhances gists estimate there are fewer manage implementation of the survival of Gunnison sage- than 40,000 breeding birds left this conservation program ad- grouse,” said Tom Remington, range-wide. ministered by the U.S. Fish and director of the Colorado Divi- Although lesser prairie-chick- Wildlife Service. sion of Wildlife. “These kinds ens were widely distributed By agreeing to conservation of partnerships are critical for throughout southeast Colorado measures, landowners who maintaining adequate habitat prior to European settlement, participate in the program are for the bird.” the bird’s occupied range is guaranteed that no further land- The Fish and Wildlife much smaller today. The state use restrictions or conditions Service also sees officially lists the lesser prairie- will be required from them if great value in CCAA chicken as “threatened” in the Gunnison sage-grouse is partnerships Colorado. ever listed as a threatened or “We commend Mr. Allen for Recent counts estimate there endangered species under the being the first landowner to are fewer than 300 breeding federal Endangered Species Act sign up under this Agreement birds remaining in the state. (ESA). The agreement, known and for his commitment to the Most of the remaining lesser as a Candidate Conservation conservation of the Gunnison prairie-chickens are on private Agreement with Assurances Sage-grouse, said Steve Guer- ranches in the extreme south- (CCAA), outlines conservation tin, the Service’s Director of eastern corner of Colorado, measures to benefit the Gun- the Mountain-Prairie Region. and on the Comanche National nison sage-grouse while still “This type of voluntary coop- Grassland near Campo. allowing the landowners to use eration of ranchers and other their lands. As with the other prairie rural landowners is essential grouse species, scientists at- tribute population declines to © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com for wildlife conservation in our Allen’s management Scaled QuailSoutheast Colorado state.” proves that ranching and scaled quail populations are in the process of recovering from the The CCAA program in the wildlife management are Gunnison area was started 2006 blizzard and several years compatible. of drought. Quail populations three years ago by the Division “The Service believes there is a should be higher than last year, but of Wildlife and the Fish and need for these kinds of agreements remain below long-term averages Wildlife Service as a voluntary which provide incentives for land- despite good nesting conditions arrangement under the ESA owners to help conserve species in 2009. designed to prevent the need of concern, candidate species, or Due to the delayed corn harvest, for listing through preventative listed species on their property. hunting will be difficult early in conservation efforts. The DOW These types of incentive-based the season since pheasants and has worked closely with the programs go a long way to con- quails may concentrate in corn Service to develop the program tributing to species conservation fields. Hunters are advised to and to assist landowner partici- and recovery,” Guertin said. look for areas where corn has been pation. Some 100 landowners The Gunnison Sage-grouse cur- harvested and places where winter submitted initial applications rently exists in seven popula- wheat is the predominant crop. tions, six in Colorado and one Quail hunters in particular should for properties that represent in Utah. These include the Gun- look for these areas near river cor- about 100,000 acres. nison Basin, San Miguel Basin, ridors. Please read the full press The DOW has conducted Monticello-Dove Creek, Pinon release for further details. on-site inspections of about 30 Mesa, Crawford, Cerro Summit- The DOW Walk-In Access pro- properties so far to determine Cimarron-Sims Mesa and Poncha gram offers approximately 220,000 if they are located in important Pass populations. The Gunnison acres of small game hunting access habitat areas that would aid Basin population is the largest. on private lands across the state. Gunnison sage-grouse. DOW The Gunnison Sage-grouse is Many of these areas provide op- and Fish and Wildlife Service designated as a species of con- portunities for pheasant and quail officials expect to sign up more cern by the Colorado Division of hunting. Check out the Walk-In landowners in 2009. Wildlife and a sensitive species by Access page for more information the Utah Department of Natural on these areas. Under the agreement, Al- Resources. len will continue to maintain Improved Duck and manage water and range Improved Population Populations, Hunting resources on the property to Numbers Mean Good Access Await Colorado benefit both livestock produc- News for Pheasant and Waterfowl Hunters tion and Gunnison Sage-grouse Quail Hunters Abundant duck populations, brood rearing. The enrollment There continues to be good news liberal bag limits, diverse sea- will be in effect until the CCAA for pheasant and quail hunters as son structures and increased expires in 2026. both populations have improved land access have set the stage “Allen’s property is a key numbers this year. The seasons for what could be an excellent parcel because it allows the birds for pheasant and quail began on year for Colorado hunters. to move around the Ohio Creek November 14. Please check Small Game Season Dates and Fees page “We are anticipating good valley,” said Gary Skiba, senior things this year,” said Jim Gam- wildlife conservation biologist for for end of season dates. monley, DOW waterfowl bi- the DOW in southwest Colorado. The wet spring and summer “He also utilizes rotational graz- through much of Colorado’s core ologist. “We had an unusually ing for livestock that allows for pheasant range improved nesting wet spring which created good development of a great variety of habitat. As a result, pheasant pop- breeding and nesting habitat grasses and forbs which provide ulations have reached the highest for ducks in Colorado breed- critical cover and food for sage numbers in years, especially in ing areas. Locally produced grouse,” Skiba said. Colorado’s eastern plains. ducks should provide good

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The good news is life Heritage Foundation online Across the Continental U.S that when migrating ducks and (www.cwhf.info/shopOnline/ and Canada, ducks fared well geese arrive, water is plentiful index.asp), or by contacting in 2009 and populations soared in most areas which will help Terrie DeLoria at: (terrie.Delo- to the highest numbers in a to keep birds here.” decade. Heavy runoff and fre- [email protected]). In contrast, Canada geese in quent spring precipitation in the All waterfowl and small game the western Arctic had a poor Great Plains states and portions hunters must register with production year and hunters of central Canada improved Colorado’s Harvest Informa- may see fewer of these migrants wetland habitat and bolstered tion Program (HIP). The HIP this season. Snow geese remain waterfowl populations. is a joint effort between the US- far above population objectives, FWS and the DOW, designed to According to the U.S. Fish and and liberal bag limits and ex- improve small game and wa- Wildlife Service, the total breed- tended seasons apply. ing duck population estimate terfowl harvest estimates. HIP The DOW encourages hunters in traditional survey areas was numbers are available by call- to have a safe and successful 42 million birds—up 13 percent ing 1-866-COLOHIP (265-6447) waterfowl season and reminds over last year and the fifth- or by going to the Colorado HIP hunters of the following regula- largest total since surveys be- Web site: www.colohip.com . tions and changes for the 2009- gan in 1955. Mallards, the most HIP numbers must be written 2010 seasons: popular duck among Colorado in the space provided on small waterfowl hunters, showed Licenses, Stamps and game licenses. a 10-percent increase and a Other Requirements A Colorado Wildlife Habitat breeding population of 8.5 mil- All waterfowl hunters must Stamp is required of people lion birds—the largest estimate purchase and have in their pos- ages 19-64 who buy hunting or since 2000. Canvasbacks, gad- session a small game license, fishing licenses. With a license walls, and pintails also posted youth small game or combina- purchase, the stamp is $5 and significant improvements over tion fishing/hunting license. required on each of the first 2 last year’s numbers. Hunters 16 or older need a licenses purchased annually Because the vast majority Federal Migratory Bird Hunt- ($10 total). Habitat Stamps are of ducks that winter in Colo- ing Stamp (duck stamp) and a available at any DOW office, rado are migrant birds from the license agent or online on the Division’s Web site. © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Andrick Ponds State Wildlife 41E2-8442-F3E146F9CEF1/0/ Jumbo Reservoir and at Jackson Area Now Open to Waterfowl Atlas2008.pdf Lake SWAs. Reservations may Hunters 2009 Colorado Waterfowl be made by calling 1-800-846- Colorado sportsmen have Regulations Brochure 9453. a new 710-acre state wildlife For a complete listing of wa- A special brochure, “South area just southwest of Jackson terfowl season dates and regu- Platte Waterfowl and Small Lake in Morgan County. The lations, the 2009 Colorado Wa- Game Research SWAs” is now purchase of Andrick Ponds, the terfowl Regulations Brochure available and provides detailed former Centennial Hunt Club, is available at any DOW office, hunting information for these was finalized on Aug. 28. Apor - statewide license agents or on areas. Hardcopies are available tion of the property will be open the DOW Web site at: http:// at DOW offices, and an elec- for limited waterfowl hunting wildlife.state.co.us/Hunting/ tronic version may be down- between Oct. 3 and Nov. 30th, on Waterfowl/ . loaded at: http://wildlife.state. Saturdays, Sundays, Wednesdays, co.us/Hunting/Waterfowl/ and holidays. Four areas will be South Platte River New for 2009 open beginning Oct. 3, with sev- Hunting Regulations Central Flyway: Hunters can eral more opening Nov. 7th. In an effort to improve the now take pintails and canvas- Hunters wishing to make quality of waterfowl hunting back during the entire open reservations for waterfowl along the South Platte River season in the Central Flyway. hunting can call the Divisions corridor, modified hunting The bag limit for wood ducks hunting reservation system regulations are now in effect at has also increased. See 2009 at 1-800-846-9453 beginning the Atwood, Bravo, Brush, Jack- Colorado Waterfowl Brochure Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009. son Lake, Jean K. Tool, Jumbo for details. Additional information on Reservoir, Overland Trail and the reservation system can be Red Lion State Wildlife Areas Pacific Flyway: The season found at: http://wildlife.state. (SWAs). The DOW is now oper- on canvasbacks is now open co.us/Hunting/SmallGame/ ating mandatory check stations in the Pacific Flyway. Bag Reservations/ at all of these areas. Over the limits for pintails and scaup DOW Walk-in Access next several years, The DOW also have increased. See 2009 will be evaluating the impact Colorado Waterfowl Brochure Program for details. Over 168,000 acres are now of hunting restrictions on local available in the DOW Walk-In duck numbers, gathering har- Season-Year License Access Program (WIA). Some vest data and surveying hunter Change Reminder of these properties offer wa- satisfaction at these locations. All small game licenses, com- terfowl hunting opportunities. Waterfowl and small game bination fishing and small A WIA permit is required to hunting at Bravo, Jackson Lake game licenses, Colorado wa- hunt in these areas and may and Overland Trail SWAs will terfowl stamps, habitat stamps be purchased at any DOW of- be permitted only on Wednes- and Walk-In Access permits are fice, license agent or online on days, Saturdays, Sundays and now valid from April 1 through the Division’s Web site. The legal holidays, and reserva- March 31 of the following year. 2009 Walk-In Access Program tions are required. Hunters Therefore, all 2009 annual li- Brochure/Atlas is available at are required to check out by 2 censes, habitat stamps and state any authorized license agent p.m. to allow waterfowl use of waterfowl stamps will expire or DOW office. An electronic these areas in late afternoon. on April 1, 2010. version is also available on In addition, waterfowl hunting Florida the DOW Web site at: http:// from floating devices will be Apalachicola Shooting allowed with a reservation at wildlife.state.co.us/NR/ Range closed Nov. 16-17 rdonlyres/4A3346A7-0C2A- © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 31 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com The Apalachicola Shooting Range hunter safety classes at MyFWC. training at the Oct. 24 class in in the heart of the Apalachicola com/Safety or by calling the Lake Wales, contact Laura or Tom National Forest will be closed for FWC’s regional office in Panama McWatters at 561-644-8020 or by repairs Nov. 16-17. City at 850-265-3676. e-mail at buckfeathers@bellsouth. The range, open to those who Huntmasters needed for net. want to shoot pistols and rifles, is The program also is always look- located next to Forest Road 305. youth hunts ing for landowners and hunting The Florida Fish and Wildlife The U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Fish clubs willing to donate weekend Conservation Commission (FWC) and Wildlife Service and Florida youth hunts and other volunteers is seeking volunteers to help Fish and Wildlife Conservation to be trained as hunter safety in- run its Youth Hunting Program Commission cooperatively make structors, cooks and guides. of Florida - a program aimed at the range available for use by the For more information on Flori- providing quality hunting expe- public. da’s Youth Hunting Program, or to riences for 12- to 17-year-olds to In addition, the range is normally learn about how you can become increase the number of youths closed to public use the fourth involved, visit MyFWC.com/ involved and to help preserve the Saturday of each month for hunter HunterSafety. sport’s future. safety classes. In November, how- Interested in becoming one of the Iowa ever, the range will also be closed program’s huntmasters? All you the third Saturday, Nov. 21. Iowa Pheasant Season need is your hunter safety certifi- FWC offers hunter safety Opens October 31 cation, and good communication Iowa’s pheasant and quail hunt- course in Bay County and people skills. ing seasons open on October 31, The Florida Fish and Wildlife If you fit the requirements, and with an estimated 80,000 people Conservation Commission (FWC) you would like to give back to expected to pursue upland game is offering a free hunter safety your community and the sport of birds this year, which is down course in Bay County. hunting by instructing tomorrow’s more than 100,000 hunters from The course will be at Gulf Coast hunters in firearm safety, outdoor 1999. Community College in the Student ethics and wildlife management, Todd Bogenschutz, upland wild- Union East building, 5230 West plan to attend the FWC’s next life research biologist for the Iowa U.S. Hwy. 98 in Panama City. In- huntmaster class. The class is of- Department of Natural Resources, struction will be from 6 to 9 p.m. fered Oct. 24 from 8 a.m. - 4:30 recommends pheasant hunters Nov. 6 and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7. p.m. at Camp Mack’s River Resort take a look at the August roadside The range portion of the class will in Lake Wales. survey counts as counts were vari- be Nov. 8. With limited FWC staff, the Youth able across the state. The counts Those who have taken the Inter- Hunting Program depends on the net course and wish to complete work and the classroom portion must bring resources the online-completion report and of its dedi- attend only the Nov. 6 class from cated vol- 6 to 10 p.m. and the Nov. 8 range unteers to day. help plan An adult must accompany chil- and facili- dren under age 16 at all times. tate these Students should bring a pencil and safe, educa- paper with them to take notes. tional and The hunter safety course is re- memorable quired before anyone born on or hunting ex- after June 1, 1975, can purchase periences. a Florida hunting license. The I f y o u FWC course satisfies hunter safety would like training requirements for all other to receive states and Canadian provinces. huntmaster People interested© Bird Dogin attending & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell this course can register online and We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine obtain information about future October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com can be viewed online at www. to the first, five-day segment of the were surveyed in the north central iowadnr.gov. 2009 Iowa duck season. and northwestern regions of the “We saw only slight improve- But the fact that wild ducks were state. One notable exception was ments in our pheasant popula- in plentiful supply didn’t neces- a concentration containing nearly tions south of Hwy. 20, with large sarily mean the pickings were 3,000 teal surveyed on southwest declines north of Hwy. 20,” said easy. As late summer weather Iowa’s Riverton Wildlife Unit. Bogenschutz. “Overall the August turned hot and dry across much Initial hunter interviews revealed roadside surveys showed pheas- of the state, potholes and marshes that 4 out of every 6 ducks bagged ants were unchanged from the began to shrink across northern on opening day were blue-winged 2008 season, while quail numbers Iowa’s marsh country where teal. Farther to the south and east, showed a rebound from 2008. wetlands dropped to more than a wood ducks and mallards com- “It will definitely not be one of foot below normal crest by mid- prised a larger percentage of the our better years, but there will September. The end result was opening day bag. Generally speak- still be good hunting where we greater concentrations of ducks ing, the closer hunters were to the have good habitat,” said Bogen- at remaining pools, which led to Mississippi River, the greater those schutz. He expects hunters will a corresponding concentration of percentages became. still harvest around 300,000 roost- hunters. At Cerro Gordo County’s Although overall hunter num- ers. Iowa’s special 2-day resident Union Hills Waterfowl Produc- bers decreased by nearly 50 per- only youth pheasant season opens tion Area, for example, DNR cent on Sunday, large numbers of Oct. 24-25. Waterfowl Biologist, Guy Zenner, ducks were still reported. Hunting Bogenschutz said he remains reported a parking lot ‘car count’ success was fair on Monday and concerned that Iowa continues to of 64 vehicles. Other public areas Tuesday, but increased on Wednes- lose valuable pheasant habitat in noted similar hunter densities. day as a new wave of southbound the form of expiring CRP (conser- In spite of the crowded condi- blue-winged teal invaded the vation reserve program) lands. tions and keen competition, DNR state. Contracts on approximately 170 conservation officers reported On Thursday night [Sep. 24], a square miles of CRP in Iowa ex- that most hunters were success- widespread band of precipitation pired October 1. ful in bagging ducks, and that dropped from two to five inches “It will be impossible for our most hunters harvested several of much needed rainfall across pheasant population to recover birds on Saturday. Some hunters much of northern Iowa. Potholes with less and less habitat each even managed to attain their six- and shallow marsh areas that had year,” said Bogenschutz. duck limits during the first 10 to been completely dry were restored The U.S. Department of Agricul- 15 minutes of legal shooting and to crest levels in a matter of hours. ture (USDA) is offering a public had literally bagged their decoys This important weather event will comment period on the CRP and were leaving the marsh by the set the stage for improved hunting through Oct.19, 2009. Bogenschutz time sun appeared on the eastern conditions as ducks, geese, and encourages hunters who value the horizon. By the time the Saturday snipe continue to migrate into habitat that CRP provides to visit opener concluded, the first day Iowa during the remainder of the USDA’s website and provide com- harvest averaged about five ducks season. ments on CRP. per hunter, said Zenner. Iowa’s split duck season resumes For most hunters, migrating blue- Early Duck Season October 10 in the state’s North winged teal became the bread and Zone [north of Highway 30] and Provides Plenty of butter species for the early, Sep- on Oct. 17 in the South Zone. Hunting Opportunity tember season. According to the Minnesota by Lowell Washburn results of a statewide waterfowl Lots of ducks. Lots of hunters. survey conducted just two days Blaze orange required Lots of shooting. That’s the way prior to the opener, blue-winged for most small game most Iowa waterfowl hunting teal represented nearly half [46 hunting enthusiasts are summing up the percent] of the total ducks pres- Blaze orange is required for most results of the September 19 kickoff ent in the state, followed by wood small game hunting, according ducks [32 percent] and mallards to the Minnesota Department of [14 percent]. Greatest teal densities Natural Resources (DNR). © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 33 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com Blaze orange is the most easily the ducks that migrate through not have as good a year for nesting seen and recognized color against Missouri in what is known as the as ducks did. However, he noted a natural background, according Mississippi Flyway. that Missouri’s resident Canada to Capt. Mike Hammer, DNR The numbers are heartening. goose population remains strong, Enforcement Division Education The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service offering good prospects for hunt- Program coordinator. (FWS) estimates North America’s ing this year. “From the standpoint of hunter total breeding duck population at Abundant ducks and nesting safety, the wearing of this high- 42 million. That is up 13 percent habitat mean lots of ducks flying visibility clothing while small from last year and 25 percent more south through Missouri. Even game hunting in heavy cover, than the average since 1955. better for hunters, many of those such as for grouse and pheasant, Mallards are the species most ducks will be young birds that is a great communications tool,” sought after by hunters. This have not learned to be cautious Hammer said. year’s estimate of mallard breed- when approaching decoys. “Blaze orange clothing is a tre- ing numbers is 8.5 million, 10 However, hunting can be medio- mendous aid in helping hunters percent more than last year and cre even in years when duck popu- maintain visual contact with 13 percent above the long-term lations boom. It all depends on mi- one another, particularly when average (LTA). gration timing and the amount of moving through dense cover or Surveys found 7.4 million breed- food and wetland habitat available woods,” Hammer said. “Any ing blue-winged teal, 11 percent during their migration. If food or hunter who has ever identified more than last year and up 60 wetland habitat is in short supply, someone strictly by seeing an percent from the LTA. Estimates ducks continue south until they orange patch knows its value in of other duck species’ breeding find more attractive conditions. keeping track of other hunters in numbers were: “We are set up to have good the field.” · Northern pintails, 3.2 million, habitat conditions in Missouri this Minnesota’s small game season up 23 percent from last year but year,” said Graber. “Things look gets underway Sept. 19. still 20 percent below the LTA. pretty good from the standpoint Missouri · Green-winged teal, 3.4 million, of moist-soil vegetation – the native plants produce the foods that Abundant ducks, habitat, up 16 percent from last year and 79 percent above the LTA. ducks like. We have had good spell good hunting for · Gadwalls, 3.1 million, about the production for the most part.” Missouri same as last year and up 73 percent According to Graber, Schell- With the right weather, the 2009- from the LTA. Osage and Four Rivers conserva- 2010 waterfowl season could be · American wigeon, 2.5 million, tion areas and other parts of the memorable. about the same as last year and Osage River Basin experienced Missouri’s 2009-2010 duck sea- down 5 percent from the LTA. flooding that limited moist-soil plant growth or washed away son could be one of the best ever, · Northern shovelers, 4.4 million, seeds produced earlier in the thanks to plentiful ducks and up 25 percent from last year and growing season. However, this excellent habitat conditions. Fa- 92 percent above the LTA. year’s flooding has not been as vorable weather is the only factor · Redheads, 1 million, essentially severe or widespread as last year, still needed to fulfill this potential. the same as last year, but 62 per- when moist soil plants never got a (Missouri Department of Conser- cent above the LTA. vation photo) chance to grow in large areas. Fur- · Scaup, 4.2 million, up 12 percent JEFFERSON CITY–Missouri thermore, losses due to flooding in from last year but down 18 percent western Missouri were offset by has nearly everything it needs from the LTA. for a terrific duck season. Now the filling of higher basins that of- · Canvasbacks, 662,000, up 35 it is just a matter of watching the ten are dry. The Grand River basin percent from last year and 16 per- weather. in north-central Missouri was also cent above the LTA. impacted by a series of floods. For the second year in a row, Resource Scientist Dave Graber, a ducks found plenty of nesting He said this year’s above-average waterfowl biologist with the Mis- habitat, especially in the north- rainfall has been great for many souri Department of Conservation, central United States. This Prairie private duck clubs. Wetland areas said geese that nest in Canada did Pothole Region produces most of managed by the Conservation © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Department and the FWS have water areas freeze up, and the Montrose CAs levees, water-control systems and river and reservoir hunters have Work continues to ensure the high-capacity pumps that allow a better crack at them.” future of waterfowl hunting at managers to maintain optimum Worst-case scenarios, he said, are two of Missouri’s oldest and most water levels under all but the most when lots of calm, warm, overcast popular wetland areas. extreme weather conditions. Most days make hunting difficult. Ex- Continuing renovations at Duck privately owned wetlands de- tremely mild conditions can delay Creek and Montrose conservation pend more on nature. This year’s migrations and cause hunters to areas (CAs) will limit waterfowl weather has been nearly ideal for experience the mid-season lull of hunting opportunities there this creating waterfowl habitat on pri- having to wait for new ducks to ar- fall, but hunters will find some of vate wetlands. rive. Similarly, severe cold weather their favorite spots open for busi- “I have talked to some private early in the season can cause ducks ness again. club owners and they are very to move on south before hunters Duck Creek CA in Bollinger, excited,” said Graber. “They say have much opportunity to pursue Stoddard and Wayne counties is a they have good food conditions them. small remnant of the bottomland this year, and they have reasonable hardwood forest that once covered water levels going into the hunting This year’s waterfowl seasons vast portions of the Mississippi season.” dates are: Embayment in southeastern Mis- Even with plenty of ducks and North Zone: souri. The area went into service habitat, a third variable – weather Youth days – Oct. 24-25 in the 1950s, with seasonally – can cut short an otherwise Regular season – Oct. 31-Dec. flooded forest and wetland pools. promising season, or make for 29 It quickly became popular for challenging hunting conditions. Middle Zone: waterfowl hunting and viewing. Asked how the weather for an Many veteran Missouri waterfowl Youth days – Oct. 31- Nov. 1 ideal season would unfold, Graber hunters have vivid memories of Regular season – Nov. 7 -Jan. 5 said moderation is the key. splendid drake wood ducks and Graber said the ideal hunting South Zone: mallards splashing down among season would start with the ar- Youth days – Nov. 21-22 decoys there. rival of a cold front just before the Regular season – Nov. 26-Jan. Similarly, the Montrose CA in season opened. 24 Henry County opened its doors “A cold front at this time of year to waterfowl hunters around 1960. will bring peak numbers of early- The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Ser- Its four management units are season migrants, such as green- vice recently approved a new type above the normal level of Truman winged teal, gadwall, wigeon of nontoxic shot for waterfowl Reservoir and were designed to be and the first mallards,” he said. hunting. Effective immediately, flooded and drained at will. This “We already have more ducks in hunters may use tungsten-iron- permitted managers to grow crops Missouri than our previous five- fluoropolymer shot, along with and native vegetation during the year average due to the unusually other nontoxic shot previously summer and then flood those areas cool October.” Then you would approved. More details about bag slowly throughout the fall and want that weather to stay cool limits and other waterfowl hunt- winter to create ideal feeding and with periodic cool fronts and rain ing regulations are available in the resting habitat for migrating ducks moving through to keep pushing “2009-2010 Waterfowl Hunting and geese. new ducks into Missouri and keep Digest,” available wherever hunt- Over the decades, however, them moving around. ing permits are sold or at mdc. water-control structures at both “Late in the season, I personally mo.gov/hunt/wtrfowl/index. CAs have worn out. Furthermore, like to see the temperature drop htm. improved knowledge of wetland- into the 20s in December, so wet- -Jim Low- area design and management land areas kind of freeze up during Waterfowl hunting has rendered some of the area’s the night and then thaw out dur- original infrastructure obsolete. In ing the day. That keeps the birds opportunities still 2005, the Missouri Conservation off-balance, moving around. Once limited at Duck Creek, Commission approved a 10-year, the cold weather arrives, shallow- $16 million Golden Anniversary © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 35 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com Wetland Initiative to replace aging Daily draw procedures Judge socks swan killers with infrastructure and ensure maxi- for hunting at both areas penalties topping $13,000 mum productivity of the state’s Seven hunters in three different premier waterfowl areas. remain unchanged. parties fired on a flock of trum- Hunting and other uses continue Partners in the Golden Anniver- peter swans in Boone County last at Duck Creek and Montrose CAs sary Wetland Initiative include year. The trumpeter swan – North during the initiative. However, the University of Missouri, Ducks America’s largest waterfowl and renovation and construction work Unlimited, Missouri Waterfowl a species of conservation concern necessarily limit areas available Association, the U.S. Fish and – is much larger than any other for waterfowl hunting. Wildlife Service, Big Muddy Na- similar waterfowl. Lesson: Iden- tional Wildlife Refuge, the North Work currently under way at tify your target positively before American Wetlands Conservation Duck Creek prevents using water raising your firearm. Council, the U.S. Army Corps of from the Castor River to flood Engineers, the U.S. Department Hunter injures relative wetland units, but water pumps of Agriculture and Kansas City permit flooding of Units A and B. in hunting incident Power & Light Company. Some version of this occurs Ten to 12 positions will be avail- almost every year. The victims able to hunt at the beginning of -Jim Low- are parents, children, siblings, the season. Depending upon con- Lessons for a safe, husbands, wives, aunts, uncles, struction progress, rainfall and the pleasant hunting season nephews and nieces. The results amount of water in Pool 1, parts Hunting season turns out better are awful, even when not fatal. of Pools 2 and 3, including blinds for those who follow these rules., Some of the shooters are novices, for handicapped hunters, might At this time of year, hunters’ but many are experienced hunters. be available for hunting later in daydreams are apt to involve The causes are diverse, including the season. front-page photos of themselves victim mistaken for game, care- For more information about with whitetail bucks whose antlers less swinging on game, carrying hunting opportunities at Duck sport more points than a porcu- loaded firearms in vehicles and not Creek, visit www.MissouriConser- pine. However, hunters who pur- knowing if the line of fire is clear vation.org/2446, and click on the sue their dreams heedless of safety to the target and beyond. Duck Creek CA Updates link. or ethics risk making headlines in Most firearms-related hunting Ongoing work at Montrose CA less pleasant ways. incidents involve carelessness, involves replacing water-control Hunter stumbles, loses big toe often coupled with excitement. structures with state-of-the-art when shotgun discharges These incidents are far less fre- structures and changing the slope A 49-year-old squirrel hunter in quent than in the past, thanks to of levee faces to make them easier Texas County shot his left big toe thousands of volunteers who teach to maintain and enhance wetland Oct. 14 when he stumbled over Missouri’s mandatory hunter edu- habitat. The project was estimated a log, causing his 12-gauge shot- cation classes, stressing safety and to require 90 working days. How- gun to go off accidentally. Lesson: hunting ethics. ever, heavy rains severely reduced Never walk with a firearm with As recently as 20 years ago, Mis- the number of days workers could the safety off or your finger on souri often recorded more firearms get into the area, so the project the trigger. deer-hunting incidents in one day continues into the fall. Fall from tree likely cause of than occur now during a much As a result, Blinds 15, 16 and 17 hunter’s death longer hunting season. will not be available at the start On Oct. 8, a friend found the The worst year was 1986, with 26 of the season. Blind 15 is the dis- 30-year-old hunter on the ground incidents, including one fatality. abled-hunter blind. Construction beneath his tree stand in Oregon Opening weekend alone saw 10 work and heavy rain could reduce County with a broken neck. Les- firearms-related hunting incidents the number of hunting spots at son: Wear a full-body safety har- that year. It is more than coinci- Montrose by two more positions, ness while climbing to and from dence that Missouri’s worst year leaving hunters with 10 to 12 po- tree stands, as well as when sitting for hunting accidents occurred just sitions early in the season. More in them. before hunter education became positions could be available later mandatory in 1988. Since then, this year, depending on weather. © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com anyone born on or after Jan. 1, – from old-fashioned legwork to leaguered bobwhites to stage a 1967, must complete an approved high technology – to accomplish limited comeback. safety and ethics course before the difficult task of patrolling hun- Quail continue to struggle against buying hunting permits. dreds of square miles of territory. odds that seem stacked against The results have been unmistak- With deer season fast approach- them, but hunters in some areas able. From 1980 through 1989, Mis- ing, conservation agents have may find more bobwhites than souri averaged 16.8 firearm-related been making use of the agency’s they might expect from this year’s deer-hunting incidents per season. aircraft to identify bait sites where weather. Missouri’s youth quail Over the past 10 years, the average poachers are likely to be found hunting season is Oct. 24 and 25. has been 8.6. Last year Missouri on opening day of the November The regular season runs from Nov. recorded just five firearms deer- Portion of Firearms Deer Season. 1 through Jan. 15. hunting incidents. Two of those Bait sites are surprisingly easy to QUAIL OUTLOOK incidents involved self-inflicted spot from the air, and each year Resource Scientist Beth Emmer- injuries. None was fatal. dozens of poachers get unpleasant ich, the Missouri Department of The contrast is even more strik- surprises when they are greeted Conservation’s lead quail biolo- ing when you consider that Mis- by agents with citation books at gist, said the agency’s annual road- souri had a nine-day firearms the ready. side quail count Aug. 1 through 15 deer season in 1986 and hunters How do agents know where to found 7 percent fewer quail this killed 103,000 deer. Last year fire- look? Law-abiding hunters and year than in 2008. The statewide arms deer hunting, including the disgusted neighbors who do not count, which is conducted by muzzleloader season, spanned appreciate game cheaters tell them conservation agents, was down 38 days, and the harvest topped exactly where to look. In addi- 19 percent from the average over 237,000. tion to citizen tips, conservation the past five years and 26 percent Hunter education has achieved agents know poachers’ habits well from the last 10. significant safety improvements enough to predict the location of Good news includes the fact in other types of hunting, too. A bait sites. that the number of quail chicks study of injury rates of various The lesson: Obey the law against observed this year was the same sports conducted by American baiting. If you have been distrib- as last year. Emmerich said infor- Sports Data, Inc., in 2005 showed uting corn or other food to attract mal observations since the August hunting 29th in frequency of inju- deer to an area, don’t hunt there. survey also provide some reason ries. Other activities not normally Ethical hunters can learn another for optimism. considered dangerous, such as lesson: Report known or suspected “I have been hearing a lot of re- cheerleading, baseball, volleyball, baiting or other illegal hunting ports of people seeing more birds tennis and aerobics showed higher and fishing activities by calling this year over last,” said Emmer- injury rates than hunting. the toll-free Operation Game Thief ich, “and I’m assuming we may “I certainly appreciate the dif- hotline: 800-392-1111. have had a late hatch not captured ference between a sprained ankle -Jim Low- by the survey.” and a gunshot wound,” said Tony Late nesting helps Quail begin laying eggs as soon Legg, hunter education coordina- quail hold their own; as early May. Depending on con- tor for the Missouri Department ditions, some may still be laying of Conservation. “But the fact pheasants still losing their first clutches in early June. remains that more than 400,000 ground Cold weather and heavy rainfall hunters spent millions of hours Field reports suggest bobwhites during this time can chill eggs and hunting deer in Missouri last year regrouped after a wet spring and cause nest failure. Quail are very with only five gun-related inci- put a strong effort into second nest persistent about nesting. Those dents. That is a remarkable safety attempts. that lose eggs to cold or predators record.” Another cold, wet spring made make repeated attempts, renesting The Conservation Department’s nesting difficult for Missouri’s as late as September. Protection Division works to quail, but a break from the weather Even after hatching, however, ensure that hunting is ethical, as in August may have enabled be- chicks remain extremely vulner- well as safe. 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Conser- tion at Jefferson Farm and Garden “Aside from being a bad idea vation agents conduct a roadside in Boone County reported 10.3 from an ecological standpoint, count of ring-neck pheasants in inches of rain during May and trapping predators to benefit quail these areas during the same time June. That is only about an inch usually is impractical and unnec- as the quail count. more than normal, but more than essary,” said Emmerich. “Quail This year, agents counted .64 6 inches fell in four events. One thrived 40 years ago when farms pheasants per 30-mile route. That storm on June 15 and 16 dumped consisted of small crop fields was down 15 percent compared to 2.7 inches of rain on Boone County. where crop stubble remained in 2008, down 66 percent compared Precipitation through September the fields throughout much of the to the previous five-year average, was roughly equal to the entire fall and winter. Those small fields and 67 percent lower than the 10- average annual precipitation in had broad, brushy fencerows and year average. central Missouri. bordered native-grass pastures Pheasant numbers were much “That sort of weather is bound and fallow fields. Quail still thrive higher in northwestern prairie to cut into quail production,” said in spite of predation where similar counties – 1.94 pheasants per 30- Emmerich. “The anecdotal reports conditions exist today, because mile route. The other regions with we are getting about more birds they have lots of nesting and feed- pheasant hunting – north-central in some areas is a tribute to the ing areas and escape cover.” and northeastern Missouri and the bobwhite’s resiliency.” Emmerich said the idea that Mississippi Lowlands – had very Regional results from agent turkeys are eating quail chicks low pheasant numbers. surveys show quail numbers also is mistaken. She said this has This situation leads Resource down from the long-term average never been documented in Mis- Scientist Tom Dailey, who oversees statewide. The worst declines oc- souri or any other state, in spite of Missouri’s pheasant management curred in western prairie counties extensive studies of wild turkeys’ program, to describe 2009 pheas- (down 80 percent), the Mississippi food habits. Likewise, releasing ant hunting prospects outside lowlands (down 75 percent) and pen-reared quail to restore quail Northwest Missouri as poor. northeastern Missouri (down 72 numbers is a dead end. Multiple Like quail and other ground- percent). studies in many states over the nesting birds, notably the wild Emmerich said the bobwhite’s past 40 years have demonstrated turkey and greater prairie chicken, difficulties are the result of habitat that virtually no pen-reared quail pheasants have suffered from poor loss and unfavorable weather. She survive more than a week or two, nest success due to weather in said the popular notion that preda- let alone long enough to nest. recent years. Dailey said this bad tors are decimating quail numbers “There are no shortcuts to quail luck compounds an already chal- is mistaken. restoration,” Emmerich said. lenging situation for pheasants. “Predators do kill quail,” said “You need habitat first, and then “Missouri does not have the best Emmerich, “but that has always you need a few years of favorable combination of grassland and been true, even in the bobwhite nesting conditions. The cold, wet cropland pheasants favor,” said quail’s heyday. It is also true that springs that have been the rule in Dailey. “The Conservation Reserve predators take more quail when recent years simply don’t favor Program (CRP) has helped create habitat is scarce, because the birds quail recovery, and we still have a pheasant habitat for the past cou- are more exposed. But the basic long way to go in restoring quail ple of decades, but those benefits problem is habitat, not preda- habitat on public and private are disappearing as hundreds of tors.” land.” thousands of acres of CRP land She said locally concentrated PHEASANT OUTLOOK are being converted back to corn, trapping of foxes, raccoons and soybeans and wheat.” opossums or offering bounties on © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Dailey said efforts are under- “Each year, most incidents could cal licensing agreement for North way to remedy some habitat have been avoided if the victims Dakota residents qualify for North deficiencies. These efforts include were wearing orange,” Hanson Dakota resident licenses. See the initiatives and partnerships with said. “The importance of being 2009 North Dakota Small Game organizations, such as Pheasants visible cannot be underscored, Hunting Guide for details. Forever, Quail Forever, Quail especially with so many hunters Shooting hours are one-half hour Unlimited, and the National Wild in the field.” before sunrise to sunset. Youth Turkey Federation. The Conser- Hanson suggests mapping out ages 12 and older need to have vation Department also is help- the hunt so all members of the passed a certified hunter educa- ing develop a National Pheasant hunting party know each other’s tion course. The daily bag limit Conservation Plan through the route. and all other regulations for the Midwest Association of Fish and Accidental discharge of a firearm regular pheasant season apply. Wildlife Agencies. in or near vehicles or along fences An adult at least 18 years of age Those efforts will take time, also happens in most years. “This must accompany the youth hunter says Dailey. Besides supporting is a matter of common sense,” in the field. The adult may not organizations involved in habitat Hanson said. “A shotgun should carry a firearm. restoration, hunters can hope for always be unloaded in these situ- Waterfowl Season better weather. ations.” -Jim Low- Another important recommenda- Outlook Promising Prospects for North Dakota’s tion Hanson stresses is to let others North Dakota upcoming waterfowl season are left behind know your destination. much improved over last year Game and Fish Stresses “Let someone know where you are due to recharged water conditions Safety during Pheasant going and how long you will be across the state, according to Mike gone,” Hanson said. Season Johnson, game management sec- North Dakota’s pheasant hunt- Pheasant limits are three roosters tion leader for the state Game and ing season opens Oct. 10, and daily and 12 in possession. Shoot- Fish Department. Opening day for approximately 100,000 hunters ing hours are 30 minutes before North Dakota residents is Sept. 26 will participate in the upcoming sunrise to sunset. for ducks, coots, mergansers and season. With that many hunters, Hunters, regardless of age, must geese. Nonresidents may begin it’s important to take proper safety have a fishing, hunting and fur- hunting waterfowl in North Da- measures in the field. bearer certificate and general game kota Oct. 3. Jon Hanson, hunter education and habitat license. In addition, Johnson said the fall flight of coordinator for the state Game and hunters age 16 and older need a ducks from North Dakota is ex- Fish Department, said 10 hunting small game license. pected to be up about a third incidents were reported in 2008, For further season information from 2008 and similar to 2004. The and six were shotgun related. and regulations, hunters should brood index from the Game and “The majority of shotgun-related consult the North Dakota 2009-10 Fish Department’s annual mid- hunting incidents reported in Small Game Hunting Guide. July survey was down 2 percent North Dakota each year are caused Youth Pheasant Weekend from 2008, but was twice the long- by hunters swinging on pheasants Oct. 3-4 term average. The water index and not seeing other members observed during the survey was of their hunting party,” Hanson North Dakota’s two-day youth pheasant season is Oct. 3-4. Le- up 132 percent from last year and said. “And typically, they are not 63 percent above the long-term dressed in orange.” gally licensed residents and nonresidents ages 15 and younger average. While wearing orange clothing may hunt roosters statewide. Prospects for the continental is not required for upland hunt- fall duck flight are good, Johnson ers, it is strongly recommended. Resident youth hunters, regardless of age, must possess a fishing, hunting and furbearer certificate and general game and habitat license. Nonresident youth hunters from states that provide a recipro- © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 39 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com mentioned, with North Dakota’s Hunters can find additional in- Lowest Since Early 2000s contribution well-above the long- formation on the status of ducks, North Dakota’s roadside pheas- term average. “We had large geese and swans at the Internet ant survey conducted in late July numbers of breeding ducks this website, Flyways.us. and August revealed the lowest spring, and duck production in Resident hunters must possess bird count in more than five years, North Dakota was again high at a general game and habitat li- and similar to 2002 when 500,000 87 percent above the 1955-2008 cense and a fishing, hunting and roosters were harvested. average,” Johnson said. furbearer certificate. In addition, Winter mortality due to unusu- Almost one-third of the duck pro- hunters ages 16 and older must ally harsh weather and lower production is blue-winged teal, which have a small game license and duction this summer because of a are early migrants, Johnson noted. federal duck stamp. cool, wet spring kept the number “Many blue-winged teal migrate Nonresidents must purchase a of young birds down and made through the state early, and while nonresident waterfowl license, for lower recruitment of young there are always some around at the including the general game and into the fall population, according start of the season, approximately habitat license, and certificate. to Stan Kohn, upland game man- 80-90 percent migrate out of the Hunters age 16 and older must agement supervisor for the state state by Oct. 1,” he said. possess a federal duck stamp. Game and Fish Department. Continental estimates of May Nonresident youth hunters from Total pheasants were down 50 breeding duck numbers indicated states that provide a reciprocal percent statewide from last year, that most species were in good licensing agreement for North brood observations were down 46 shape going into the breeding sea- Dakota residents qualify for North percent, and average brood size son. However, spring habitat con- Dakota resident licenses. See the was down 13 percent. The final ditions in much of prairie Canada 2009 North Dakota Waterfowl summary is the result of 265 runs were considered fair-to-poor this Hunting Guide for details. made along 95 brood routes across year. “Duck production from these All migratory bird hunters are North Dakota. areas is expected to be down,” reminded to register with the Har- Kohn said this summer’s brood Johnson said. “Despite these re- vest Information Program prior to data indicates that the high pheas- ports, the number of ducks that hunting. Hunters who purchase ant numbers of 2004-2008 won’t migrate through North Dakota a license through the state Game be seen this fall. “Hunters will should be fair-to-good. Of course, and Fish Department website (gf. observe fair pheasant numbers the success of this year’s water- nd.gov) or instant licensing tele- in areas with better habitat but fowl season is highly dependent phone number (800-406-6409) can will notice fewer birds overall,” upon our fall weather and habitat easily get HIP certified. Kohn said. “This season is going conditions, and the migration pat- Otherwise, hunters must call to require more walking and extra terns they produce.” (888) 634-4798, or access the de- effort to fill a bag.” Snow goose and Canada goose partment’s website, and record Total pheasants counted in the populations remain high and large the HIP number on their fishing, four districts of the state were numbers will migrate through hunting and furbearer certificate. down between 43-60 percent. the state this fall, Johnson noted. Those who registered to hunt the Brood observations – the lowest However, small Canada geese in spring light goose season in North since 2000 – closely resemble the the Tall Grass Prairie population, Dakota do not have to register number of pheasants seen per 100 and Mid-Continent snow geese with HIP again, as it is required miles. While the average brood both had below average years only once per year in each state size is down in all four districts, on their arctic nesting grounds. hunted. several are comparable to 2008. ““Weather conditions in the arc- Hunters should refer to the wa- “Our poor production the last tic this spring were not good for terfowl hunting guide for season two years may have been the re- goose production so hunters will regulations including licensing sult of hatching of partial clutches, see fewer young snow geese and requirements, dates, bag limits, but certainly indicates a good small Canada geese,” Johnson season zones and nonresident amount of renesting attempts by added. “Reduced numbers of hunting zones. hens,” Kohn said. “Renests have young birds in the fall flight make goose hunting more difficult.” Pheasant Numbers © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com fewer eggs, and this makes for Thursday to attract more young owner or leaseholder of qualifying fewer chicks in the brood.” big game hunters. land or a sibling sharing owner- Statistics from southeastern The Board of Commissioners ship of the qualifying land. The North Dakota indicate 6.7 broods approved youth deer, turkey and spouse or child need not be resid- and 56 birds per 100 miles were antelope permits that cost $5 each. ing in the same household of the observed. The average brood size The board held its regular meeting owner or leaseholder. was 4.96. “The southeast took a at Pheasant Bonanza, northwest of -- Removed all restrictions on pretty good hit in pheasant mortal- Tekamah. how long game birds or game ity last winter, as both broods and The current prices for selected animals may be possessed and number of pheasants observed permits are, excluding agent added language that states that it this summer were down 60 per- fees: resident deer ($29), non- is unlawful to possess more than cent from last year,” Kohn said. resident deer ($208), resident an- a possession limit of game birds or “Combine this with late-maturing telope ($29), nonresident antelope game animals. row crops that most likely will be ($149.50), resident turkey ($23), The board also: standing in October, and hunters and nonresident turkey ($90). All -- Entered into an agreement will have their work cut out for hunters, including youth, pay with the Platte River Basin En- any early season success.” those prices. Now, youth under vironments (PRBE) to provide Results from the northwest in- age 16 may purchase those permits public access and conservation dicate 6.4 broods and 48 birds per for $5 each. management on two tracts of land 100 miles. Average brood size was Other permits were created and in the Wildcat Hills. The Carter 5.3. “Pheasant numbers in this dis- fees amended by the board. Canyon Ranch Tract (7,870 acres) trict are the lowest since 2000, but In an effort to raise funds that and the Montz Point Tract (1,430 there will be some local areas with will do such things as acquire acres) are owned by PRBE. good opportunities,” Kohn said. land, support public access pro- -- Amended a lease with the Bu- Observers surveying in the grams and improve habitat, the reau of Reclamation to include a southwest counted 15 broods and board raised the cost of an annual mitigation tract in Webster County 113 birds per 100 miles. The aver- Nebraska Habitat Stamp by $4 to in which the Commission will age brood size was 5.05. “Though $20. It also raised the annual Ne- provide public access and conser- brood and pheasant numbers are braska Aquatic Habitat Stamp by vation management. The 475-acre down about 40 percent from last $2.50 to $10. tract will be designated as Guide year, this area will likely have the New permits that were created Rock Diversion Wildlife Manage- best pheasant numbers in the state, include nonresident paddlefish, ment Area (WMA). albeit well below what hunters nonresident combination hunt/ -- Acquired a 13.31-acre tract of have seen the last several years,” fish permit, lifetime fur harvest, land at U.S. Highway 77 and Bluff Kohn said. nonresident elk, and nonresident Road in Lancaster County. It will The 2009 regular pheasant sea- landowner elk. be used to consolidate Commis- son opens Oct. 10 and continues The board also raised the cost sion operations and maintenance through Jan. 3, 2010. The two-day of a lifetime habitat stamp by $80 staff and replace sites that are be- youth pheasant hunting weekend, to $400 and created agent fees of ing leased. when legally licensed residents $1 (purchased through Commis- -- Acquired a 156-acre tract of and nonresidents ages 15 and sion) and $2 (purchased through land in Stanton County that will younger can hunt statewide, is set an agent other than Commission) be an extension of Wood Duck for Oct. 3-4. for most hunting, fishing and fur WMA. Nebraska harvest permits. Pheasant Hunting Commissioners Approve Changes to the hunting regulations also were approved. Season Opens Oct. 31 Low-Cost Youth Permits Nebraska pheasant hunters The board made the following There has been a national trend should look forward to a good sea- changes to other wildlife regula- of declining participation in hunt- son of wing shooting in 2009 when tions: ing for years. The Nebraska Game the opener arrives Oct. 31. and Parks Commission took a step -- A limited landowner applicant may be a spouse or child of the

© Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 41 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com Wildlife surveys in the spring is three birds and the possession the Platte River from North Platte and summer have indicated a limit is 12. to Sarben. A variety of ducks were statewide increase in pheasant All pheasant hunters, except harvested, including teal, mal- abundance compared to 2008, ac- for residents under age 16, are re- lards, scaup, and wigeon. cording to the Nebraska Game and quired to have a Nebraska hunting In south-central Nebraska, the Parks Commission. A generally license and a habitat stamp. An an- opener was productive in areas mild winter, then a warm spring, nual permit costs $14 for residents where hunters found water, which provided favorable conditions for and $81 for nonresidents. The an- was difficult to come by. the over-winter survival and sub- nual habitat stamp is $16. Conservation officers reported sequent pheasant production. The youth pheasant season is checking one to four birds per Hunters should note that lands Oct. 24-25, with a bag limit of two hunter. Most of those birds were enrolled in the Conservation and possession limit of four. Hunt- teal, but there were good numbers Reserve Program (CRP)-Manage- ers in this season must be less than of gadwall, as well as some wood ment Access Program (MAP) have 16 years of age. Birds taken during ducks, mallards and a ring-necked changed, especially in northeast the youth season do not count drake. Nebraska. Because of that, hunt- against the youth’s possession While the number of hunters in ers are advised to scout areas to limit during the regular season. the region was down, prospects ensure they still will be available A mentoring opportunity exists should improve as some basins to hunt. They also should review in the youth season for adults who will have water pumped into them the 2009 Nebraska Public Access want to teach youths how to hunt and more birds arrive. Atlas, which includes CRP-MAP safely and responsibly. Adults ac- The success rate was good to lands, as well as the new Open companying youth hunters may excellent in the southeast, with Fields and Waters program, and not shoot pheasants during a many hunters taking their limit other public hunting lands. youth season hunt. Saturday. Hunting pressure was According to the April and All hunters must obtain permis- lower Sunday and hunters had fair July Rural Mail Carrier Surveys, sion to hunt on private land. to good success. regional pheasant numbers were Permits and stamps may be pur- Saunders and Lancaster counties highest in the Southwest, North- chased at OutdoorNebraska.org. were busy, with at least 20 ve- east and Panhandle pheasant Duck Hunters Successful hicles parked at Jack Sinn Memo- regions. The population in the rial WMA. Memphis WMA was Southwest was particularly good, on Opening Day among the other lakes that had and Commission staff believes Hunters in the area of Lake Mc- good numbers of hunters. Most of hunting should be good in most Conaughy had an excellent open- the birds in the bag were teal, gad- areas of the Southwest. ing day of the duck season on wall and wood ducks, with a few In the Northeast region, frequent Oct. 10, according to the Nebraska pintail and wigeon also bagged. observations of broods have been Game and Parks Commission. made in areas with permanent According to conservation of- Conditions Vary for grasslands, such as CRP land. ficer reports, hunting pressure Late Waterfowl Hunting Increased rainfall in the Pan- was heavy around McConaughy Seasons handle had improved habitat con- and nearby Clear Creek Wildlife Conditions vary across the state ditions throughout the region, but Management Area (WMA) and as the opening of waterfowl hunt- there is more access for hunting in most checked hunters got their ing seasons nears, according to the northern Panhandle. limit of birds. the Nebraska Game and Parks Pheasant season is an excellent Among the birds checked by offi- Commission. opportunity for experienced hunt- cers in the Panhandle and western Most basins in the Rainwater Ba- ers to introduce the activity to a Sandhills were mallards, pintails, sin are dry, but there is abundant person who never has hunted or redheads, scaup, wood ducks, water in the Sandhills. Conditions reintroduce it to someone who has gadwall, blue-winged teal, green- are variable throughout the rest of not hunted in many years. winged teal, and shovelers. the state. Water has been pumped The pheasant season ends Jan. Southwest duck hunters had into some wetlands, while pump- 31, 2010. Only rooster pheasants decent success, especially at Sac- ing is scheduled for others. may be taken. The daily bag limit ramento-Wilcox WMA and along © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Hunters should check conditions tion to the proper hunting permit. Although hunters saw beauti- where they like to hunt before Only residents age 15 or less are ful weather, the remnants of two heading out for the opener. exempt from the HIP requirement. weeks of gray skies and rain across In the southeast, few teal, wood Go to nehip.com or call toll-free the pheasant belt left hunters ducks and resident Canada geese (877) 634-8687 to register. limited to where they could chase have been seen on the Salt Valley Permits may be purchased at wily roosters. lakes and at Schilling Wildlife Commission offices, vendors or at Scott Lindgren, South Dakota Management Area (WMA). Teal OutdoorNebraska.org. Game Fish and Parks Region 3 numbers have fallen at Osage South Dakota Game Manager from Watertown WMA, but there are good num- agreed that weather had a big part bers of wood ducks on ponds and South Dakota Hunting in hunter success and hunter ac- along the Missouri River. Atlas Updates cess. “Our hunter numbers were More wigeon, teal, shovelers, and People who have received the down quite a bit,” Lindgren said. mallards have been seen in Seward South Dakota Game, Fish and “I could contribute it to a huge County, with good numbers of Parks Department’s Public Lands majority of the crops still being out ducks on North Lake Basin WMA Hunting Atlas may want to check in the fields. We are way behind in and some on Shypoke WMA. Jack the GFP Web site for additional getting any of our major crops out, Sinn Memorial WMA should have hunting-access opportunities. and I think hunters realize that.” waterfowl and good water. It’s common to have additions Lindgren did report that hunt- In northeast Nebraska, many of and deletions to the Atlas after the ers in Edmunds and McPherson the local ducks seemed to have initial product is printed. Since the Counties averaged a bird and a moved south. There is not much printing, GFP has signed up an half each. Hunters in other parts evidence of migration yet, due to additional 5,000 acres of Walk-In of the state were down around a unseasonable cool weather and Areas that are not in the printed half a bird per hunter, but found colder weather in the Dakotas. version of the 2009 Hunting At- success in CRP, sloughs, food plots Wet conditions this summer and las or previous versions of GPS and tree belts. fall have resulted in plenty of wa- maps. Lindgren was happy to report ter in wetlands and potholes for The Walk-In additions can be that there were no hunting ac- waterfowl. found online. cidents and very few hunting Waterfowl hunting in the north- The 2009 South Dakota Hunting violations. ern Panhandle typically is good Atlas is also available for down- In the Southeast part of the state, on Sandhills lakes. Once freeze-up load on handheld GPS units. The GFP Region 4 Game Manager Ron occurs, the birds and hunting shift downloads are available at: Schauer reported low hunting to the North Platte River. Maps are available for Garmin, activity. The opening dates for waterfowl Magellan Triton and Lowrance “The sun shining was the best hunting seasons are: iFinder GPS units. Not all units part of the day,” Schauer said. Dark Goose – North Central are compatible with the GFP map- “I think people were leery of the Unit, Oct. 10; East Unit, Platte ping system. The Web site lists all weather and that kept some peo- River Unit, Niobrara Unit, Oct. 24; compatible units. ple home. We probably have 95% Panhandle Unit, Nov. 7. Pheasant Season Begins of our crops still in the ground, but the hunters that hung in there Light Goose, regular season – With Sunshine and Oct. 10. and hunted the later part of the White-fronted Goose – Oct. 10. Crops in The Field day did pretty well. They prob- Mother Nature decided give ably averaged around a bird and Duck (including pintail and can- pheasant hunters some sunshine a half each.” vasback) and Coot – Low Plains for the 2009 South Dakota pheas- Schauer said that Mother Nature Early, Oct. 10; Low Plains Late, ant opener, but that doesn’t neces- Oct. 17; High Plains, Oct. 10. left some hunters stranded. sarily mean blue skies for those “We had some public areas that Hunters of doves, ducks, coot, chasing roosters. geese, rail, snipe, or woodcock hunters just couldn’t get to be- must have a Harvest Information cause of wet roads.” Program (HIP) number, in addi-

© Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 43 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com Schauer reported four accidents Hunters heading out to Wis- In Wisconsin, research has shown in his region. An Aurora County consin’s prairies and marshes in that wetlands are one of the most hunter was struck in the face by search of ring-necked pheasants important year-round cover types four pellets, but the accident was this fall may have to sharpen their for pheasants. Areas within the not regarded as life threatening. skills to be successful this season pheasant management counties Hunters in the central portion of according to state wildlife officials. that contain adequate winter cover South Dakota saw the best success, The 2009 pheasant hunting opens such as cattail and shrub-carr with hunters averaging about two statewide at noon Oct. 17 and marshes, well established native birds each, said Andy Lindbloom, closes on Dec. 31. prairie fields, and areas with 15 Region 4 Game Manager for South “Wisconsin’s wild, naturally- percent or more of the landscape in Dakota GFP. reproducing pheasant population idle grassland will have the high- “I think the weather had a lot to experienced another challenging est pheasant densities. It will be do with it,” Lindbloom said. “We winter,” said Scott Hull, DNR up- important for hunters to identify areas with high quality habitat and haven’t seen much of the sun in land game biologist. “Both major concentrate hunting efforts in that the past ten days. Hunters like surveys used to gauge pheasant area. sunshine and so do the birds.” populations in the spring showed Pheasant stocking program Lindbloom reported nine viola- decreases in 2009. The spring This fall Department of Natural tions in the central part of the state, crowing count survey showed a Resources wildlife biologists plan most relating to road hunters and 36 percent decrease and the rural mail carrier pheasant survey to stock 71 public hunting grounds trespassing. Lindbloom also re- with approximately 45,000 game showed a 35 percent decrease in ported high hunter numbers and farm pheasants. This is a slight the number of roosters counted a positive hunter attitude. decrease from 2008 when 52,000 compared to 2008.” “Hunters realize that crops in the game farm pheasants were stocked ground can lead to tough hunting, Brood survey information col- on 70 public hunting grounds. The but we still have great bird num- lected in July and August, how- decrease is partially the result of bers and the hunters who hunt ever, showed a 25 percent increase higher feed and gas costs. hard are getting their birds,” said in the number of broods seen Hunters can check the Pheasant Lindbloom. per observer and an increase in Stocking on State Properties on the Schauer, Lindbloom and the average brood size from 4.6 DNR Web site for the 2009 Pheasant Lindgren all reported hunter sat- young per brood in 2008 to 5.3 Stocking Information Sheet identify- isfaction as high. in 2009. While spring pheasant ing public hunting grounds slated counts were down, the increase in for pheasant stocking. Stocked pub- “Opening weekend hunters brood production is a sign that the lic hunting grounds are primarily are here for friendship, fun and pheasant population is starting to located in the southern part of the memories,” said Lindgren. rebound from the impact of 2008’s state. Hunters should carefully ver- With a strong pheasant popula- record rainy spring. “Good brood ify which public hunting grounds tion and crops coming out of the production in 2009 will offset some have a 2 p.m. closure and/or allow fields, South Dakota’s pheasant of the overwinter mortality we hen pheasant hunting. season should only get better in observed heading into the 2009 More information on the 2009 the coming weeks. For more in- breeding season,” said Hull. “This pheasant population outlook is formation on pheasant hunting in is certainly a positive sign for available as part of the 2009 Fall South Dakota visit: http://www. pheasants and pheasant hunters as Hunting and Trapping Forecast. sdgfp.info/Wildlife/hunting/ we approach the fall opener.” See the 2009 Small Game Hunting Pheasant/Index.htm Regulations available on the hunt- During the 2008 pheasant hunt- Wisconsin ing and trapping regulations page ing season, more than 70,000 for additional details. hunters went out in search of Ring-necked pheasant Bag limits pheasants and reported harvesting season opens October 17 On Oct. 17 and 18, the daily bag 360,207 birds. The top counties for limit is one cock and possession at noon harvest included Kenosha, Dane, limit is two. For the remainder of Spring surveys reveal fewer and Dodge. wild, naturally-reproducing birds, the season the daily bag limit is two What to look for in 2009 cocks and the possession limit is four. Some public hunting grounds © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com offer both hen and rooster pheas- these reports, known as the to spring survey results”, ac- ant hunting (requires free permit 10-Week Brood Survey, are cording to Hull. and tags) and/or 2 p.m. closure times. The 2 p.m. closure require- complied and summarized Ruffed Grouse ments are only in effect for the first by the wildlife research pro- Ruffed grouse populations two weeks of the pheasant season, gram. continue to do well as this from Oct. 19 to Nov. 3. A pheasant “This year’s brood rear- stamp is required to hunt pheasants popular game bird approach- statewide. ing conditions were slightly es the peak of its 10-year NEW pheasant hunting opportu- cooler and significantly dryer population cycle. The aver- nities through the Mentored Hunt- compared to last year,” said age number of broods seen ing Program Scott Hull, DNR upland wild- per hour increased 31 percent Effective September 1, 2009 just life ecologist. “Statewide this in time for the fall hunting seasons, from 2008 levels, up for the hunters age 10 or older, born on or year’s brood rearing season second year in a row. Brood after January 1, 1973 can obtain a was on the whole better than size remained the same in hunting license and hunt, without 2008, but 2008 was a fairly 2009, 4.4 young per brood, first completing hunter education, poor year because of signifi- provided they hunt with a mentor as in 2008. and comply with all of the require- cant spring rain events. “There was also a state- ments under the Mentored Hunting “These surveys provide a wide increase in the number Program. rough estimate of game bird of breeding ruffed grouse For additional information and brood production. Combined shown in the spring drum- requirements of the program, visit the Mentored Hunting Program with other spring surveys ming counts,” Hull says. Web site. and harvest information it “Ruffed grouse hunters FOR MORE INFORMATION can help us determine the should expect a good season CONTACT: Scott Hull, DNR upland overall status of game birds this year with brood pro- wildlife ecologist - (608) 267-7861, in the state.” Sharon Fandel, assistant upland duction and overall grouse wildlife ecologist - (608) 261-8458 or The following are prelimi- numbers up.” Bob Manwell - (608) 264-9248 nary survey results for the More information is avail- Preliminary results of turkey, ring-necked pheas- able on the Hunting in Wis- upland game bird brood ant and ruffed grouse brood consin pages of the DNR production present surveys. Web site and in the 2009 mixed picture for 2009 Ring-necked Pheasants Fall Hunting and Trapping Upland game bird brood Pheasant broods observed Forecast. success was mixed in 2009 per hour were up 25 percent FOR MORE INFORMA- due to variable spring weath- compared to 2008 but remain TION CONTACT: Scott Hull er and habitat conditions, below the long-term aver- (608) 267-7861 or Sharon Fan- according to state wildlife age. Average size of a brood del (608) 261-8458 managers. was also up in 2009 with Each year, Department of 5.3 young per brood in 2009 Natural Resources wildlife compared to 4.6 in 2008. staff report the number and “Pheasant hunters should size of game bird broods they expect similar numbers on observe in the field from mid- the landscape as in 2009. June through late August. 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© Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell We are the largest read hunting/dog magazine October/November 2009 We average over a million hits a month on the net. www.Bdarn.com Bird Dog The Last Laugh Joe owned one of the finest bird dogs ever seen. It had won many trophies over the years. 911 One day, Joe got a call from a What’s the difference friend named Bob, who asked There’s these two guys out if he could borrow the dog to go What’s the difference be- hunting in the woods and all pheasant hunting on saturday. tween beer nuts and deer of a sudden one of them just Well, Joe told him that he never nuts? keels over and is lying motion- loaned his dog to hunt, and Well, beer nuts are about a less on the ground. So the other asked Bob if he had ever hunted dollar fifty and deer nuts are guy grabs his cell phone and with a dog. Bob said “Oh sure, under a buck. dials 911. The emergency op- grew up hunting with a dog”. erator picks up and says, “911 “Well then, you’re a pretty good No more snoring emergency, please state your friend, I guess you can use emergency,” and the guy says, him”, Joe agreed. Saturday, Bob This group of guys goes “Hey, I’m out here hunting with showed up, and Joe brought out hunting every year, they stay my buddie and he just keeled his champion dog and loaded in a cabin. they always put Fred over, I think he’s dead!” Then him in the truck.”Good luck”, in a room by himself because he the emergency operator says, Joe said,”hope you brought snores so loud. one year there “Okay, jsut calm down. Now plenty of shells, see you later”. is a new guy with the group, the first thing we need to know That evening, Bob came back to but the only room they have is if he’s really dead.” the guys Joe’s, and Joe came out to meet for the new guy to sleep is in says, “Okay, hold on.” the oper- them. “Well, how many did you the room with Fred. the next ater hears silence on the phone get?”, Joe asked. “We didn’t get morning Fred comes out of his for a second and then she hears any” Bob shouted. “That’s un- room, eyes bloodshot, irritable, a loud ‘BANG!’ believable” Joe exclaimed. Bob clearly a lack of sleep. the new said,”Yea, it was the funniest Then guy comes back and guy comes out looking like he’s thing, we got there, I loaded he says, “Now what?” had the best rest in his whole my gun, I let out your dog and life. now the group of guys are we started hunting. All of a confused! this has never hap- sudden, your dog stopped. He pened before, it’s usually the WASSUP or WAZZUP had his head pointing straight other way around! this contin- forward, his ears were straight ues night after night. finnaly WASSUP or WAZZUP how- forward, his back was straight one of the guys works up the erver the hell you spell it,it still as an arrow, his tail was point- nerve, and asks Fred whats means the same thing so grab ing straight back, his one paw going on? “well” he said. “I am your gun and lets go hunting. was lifted up off the ground, asleep for a little while, when and he just stood there. Couple suddenly I wake up to the new quick kicks in the ass broke him guy blowing in my ear and of that shit”. patting me on the ass. then he goes and lays down and starts sleeping. there is no way I can sleep the rest of the night in the same room with that guy.” That’s it for this issue... see you again in a few weeks... © Bird Dog & Retriever News, 563 17th Ave NW, New Brighton, MN 55112 612-868-9169 Cell 67 Ads starting from $160/Yr October/November 2009 Now in our eighteenth year www.Bdarn.com