Looking to go on 1st hog hunt

[Pike_county_hunter]

I am looking at going on my first hog hunt this summer and just wanted to know what i could do to prepare and what to expect.

[gunny97]

congrats on joining the pork hunters. first off make sure you are using equipement that will put them down. talk to your outfitter as to the average size of hog you will see . a 300+ may not go right down with a 270 but will with a 30 cal. if you are looking for a wall hanger use either a low chest shot or high on the shoulder about 4-6 inches below the spine. this will drop him quick. if you want meat go for the head.
i have killed two with one shot of a 7 mag. expect to be close to them when you shoot and to see more than one at a time. the rush is the same as deer and it is very exciting to chase porky.
they dont see well but have a ability to smell better than deer , use the wind
and mostly have fun and pork fill the freezer

[Rebel Hog]

ORIGINAL: Pike_county_hunter

I am looking at going on my first hog hunt this summer and just wanted to know what i could do to prepare and what to expect.

Is it legal to use rifles and handguns there?

[Rory/MO]

i want to in the next couple of years also....

[Pike_county_hunter]

Is it legal to use rifles and handguns there?

I wont be hunting in Illinois i will be booking a hunt out of state.
and thanks for all the usefull info.

[burniegoeasily]

Summer will be tough. Hog will move at night. They hate hot weather. Your only luck will be around water.