RE: Question about sandy soil and rye
First of all, welcome to the board. Often times you just have to do the best you can with what you have. Nothing wrong with planting a sandy type soil area, just have to cross you fingers about getting a little rain. You don't say how big your plot is, but you should be able to get a huntable spot even without lime. A number of our plots are sandy soil and havn't ever been limed, although they would be better if they were. Do a quick measurement about the size plot you have and apply your fertilizer and seed accordingly. I might plant the rye, wheat and oats mixture rather than pure rye.