I posted this on the bowhunter side as well, but figured there may be a few gun hunters that don' t read the stick and string thread but may have great answers. So, here goes.....

It' s been YEEEARS since I had to approach a landowner about hunting on their property. I' ve had leases, friends w/ property, and use of some public land in the past, but am in a situation now where I need to find a new place. I have no intention of doing it for this season as I feel it' s too late and not very considerate of the landowner. So, I will be doing this after the season ends.

My question is, how do you open the dialog? I mean, I know I could approach someone and introduce myself, but then what' s next? I don' t want the door to shut on me the second I say " hunt" . I' d like for the guy, or gal, be willing to learn a little about me, and my ethics, prior to saying no.

I would offer services like doing some weekend chores, etc, as my ability to pay a " reasonable tresspass fee" isn' t feasible right now.

So, how do you all do it? Any advise?