No they are all done except for the occasional stragglers, was hoping for more Northern Migrations, but nada. Geese are still making flights, and yes only next weekend before I am gone on 2-3 Nov in Ajax for Party Leadership Convention where I hope to be elected as Leader. I will be doing day trips and meet ups this weekend for small game and deer scouting for those who wish to join me.
Meeting spot will be the same camp. The ponds might still produce birds, but only one weekend to help out for scouting, signs training and try to locate some better areas. Last weekend we went prime location but because of the dry conditions, the swamp edges are not traveled at all. The old weathered trails are there (literally foot paths), but no recent activity. Over the last few days we have got lots of rain, so I am hoping these natural barriers will force the deer back into those traditional routes and areas.
Last night I took out an apprentice hunter on a local river and spent 3 hours in the "pouring..buckets" rain. The good news was the Northern Mallards are in this waterway and the shooting was good (didn't connect). Was shivering uncontrollable when I left the water, despite being dressed for the weather..the apprentice had no such affect with excitement and adrenaline pumping the whole time. (so great to see the passion).
Still have to buy a deer tag myself..life is so busy.
