Tuesday 16 October 2018

Guide On Hog Hunting In Texas

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By Patricia Murray


Our ancestors used to hunt animals for food. Nowadays, we have domestication of animals and we can use those for food. However, hunting is still an ongoing activity. It is however only allowed for specific species of animals. Therefore, people who still enjoy it can take part. Discussed below are some of the things you need for hog hunting in Texas.

At times, you are not only going to hunt in the public forest. You may find that the pigs happen to be on private property. In the efforts to go request the landowner to allow you to hunt on their grounds, you will be needed to produce your hunting license. You may need it in other cases like when you visit official chasing grounds or come across law enforcers.

While hunting, you can not just go up to the pig and convince it to go back with you. You need to pick out a weapon that will be most efficient and one that you are most comfortable with. You may choose a gun, a bow, or a riffle. A gun will need you to be not so far away from the prey while with a rifle, you can shoot at a wide range.

Make sure you own a good chasing knife. This may come in hand when you want to finish off a pig that you have already injured. Make sure that the knife is well-sharpened and does not slip out of your grip. It should also belong. A flip knife may not do much in the face of chasing. The metal should also be at least quarter an inch thick.

Like every other occasion, you need to be dressed for it. First off, avoid clothes that retain moisture as they lead to discomfort. In the event that you are chasing as a group, you may need a brightly coloured vest in order to spot each other at a distance. It is needless to say that you need to have heavy duty boots to avoid water penetration and even slipping.

One of the most important things in an outdoor activity is a first aid kit. The wild has no safety measures and injuries can very easily occur. As you go chasing, ensure that you have a first aid kit with you in case of an emergency. As much as you may not end up using it, it is better to be safe than sorry.

When it comes to moving the pig, it should not be too hectic. You cannot carry it on your back or with your hands. You need rubber gloves to handle the carcass, a big piece of cloth to lay the pig on and some nylon rope this will allow you to efficiently and easily pull the carcass to the point you need to get it.

The one time the pig has authority over the hunter is on the chasing time. The hunter has to wait for a time when they are feeding which is usually during the evenings and early mornings. If you choose to hunt at night you will need night-vision goggles or good lighting.




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