With hunting season about to start I am afraid to let go of my 16 month english pointer. I have put a considerable amount into working on 'Recall." I use the checkcord/Here method. Lately started using ecollar with slight nick when saying "here." In my backyard and when training afield with checkcord he comes to me 99% of time. When in backyard and no cord he comes to me all the time. But as soon as I let go while afield he takes off like a bat of hell and I have to chase him. Thank goodness for the beeper but in high winds or long distances I lose the sound. It's scary to think I could lose him (especially on 2,500 acres). Now I know there are those that say english pointers are BIG runners which is ok. But for me I don't want him going past 100 yds (especially here on Long Island,NY). Am I doing something wrong? Can someone help me keep him close. Is there a diferent training drill I can use?