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Forum: Other Areas
12-02-2020, 12:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,681
Posted By Tom_L

Quebec deer

Looking for recommendations on deer hunting in Quebec. I live in northern Vermont and much of the province is within a days drive.

would go with my father who is in great shape for his age, but...
Forum: Small Game, Predator and Trapping
07-26-2009, 07:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,247
Posted By Tom_L

I would recommend knocking on some doors of local...

I would recommend knocking on some doors of local farmers. They hate woodchucks. I have had several farmers give me access to their land during the summer to hunt woodchucks. Once I went a few...
Forum: Traditional Archery
06-29-2009, 02:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,534
Posted By Tom_L

RE: new to traditional archery

I just started shooting a recurve myself (just over a month now).

I bought instinctive shooting by G. Fred Asbell, the book has been very valuable to me.

I started practicing at 5 feet. ...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
06-02-2009, 03:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,377
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Angled shooting...... How did I miss this shot?!?!?

How much time did you spend looking for blood, hair afterwards?
I have known folks to have sworn they missed more than a few game animals (including bears), only to find them dead as a doornail not...
Forum: Northeast
05-27-2009, 04:42 PM
Replies: 329
Views: 16,373
Posted By Tom_L

RE: PA VOTED WORST DEER STATE IN NATION

I no longer hunt PA but it is not because of the # of deer, but the number of people. I imagine NJ would be the same.

I can spend opening day in the Adirondacks or Green Mountains and not see a...
Forum: Black Powder
04-30-2009, 05:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,837
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Dissappointing Side-kick

I have the same gun. I would recommend shooting that sidekick before returning it.
Forum: Black Powder
04-10-2009, 02:19 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 19,949
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Most accurate, Worst, Favorite out of the box Muzzleloader.

Most accurate out of the box: CVA wold. Paid $100 for it, took it to the range and dropped down two pellets and a powerbelt. First shot was through the bulls eye at 50 yards. 2nd shot was right...
Forum: Black Powder
03-31-2009, 04:16 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,340
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Looking for an affordable bullet that works.

I have taken (or witnessed) over a dozen deer with the 300 grain XTP. Always with 80-100 grains of powder.

Last year we recovered a bullet for the first time. I shot a big doe (130 lbs field...
Forum: Northeast
03-25-2009, 01:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 708
Posted By Tom_L

RE: NY 2008 deer harvest results

I am personally very suprised at the results. I expected deer harvests in the adirondack counties to be way, way down. I've been hunting the Indian Lake and Speculator areas, and know a few folks...
Forum: Black Powder
03-24-2009, 03:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,359
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Remington Genesis Range Report

I can't vouch for the genesis, but I will say that I have seen a number of guns that like the 300 grain, .452 XTP bullet with an MMP short black sabot.

I can attest to the performance of XTPs on...
Forum: Guns
03-24-2009, 03:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,658
Posted By Tom_L

RE: shotgun shooting high

Can't help you with the specialty designed buckshot tubes. I have never used one personally or seen one in action. I have seen a lot of folks shoot buckshot through extra full turkey chokes, or...
Forum: Guns
03-21-2009, 05:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,658
Posted By Tom_L

RE: shotgun shooting high

I have yet to see an extra full choke shoot buckshot well. My shotgun shoots buckshot better (on target and a tighter pattern) with a modified choke.
Forum: Bowhunting
02-18-2009, 01:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 607
Posted By Tom_L

beginner question

Thinking of buying a compound bow and Dicks has a bear showdown available for $199. My draw length is 28.5" and the archery is 29" with a draw weight of 70 lbs.

I know the bow can be adjusted...
Forum: Guns
08-26-2008, 08:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,834
Posted By Tom_L

RE: H&R Ultra Slug Gun; 12 ga. vs. 20 ga.

Another recommendation for the 20. The 12 packs a hard punch for my liking. I would rather enjoy shooting than have my fillings rattled.
Forum: Hogs and Exotics
08-22-2008, 04:32 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 21,518
Posted By Tom_L

RE: 800 lb. hog vs. 50 cal Desert Eagle

Just a couple of morons, nothing to do with hunting. Hopefully these two haven't spread their genes.
Forum: Small Game, Predator and Trapping
08-19-2008, 04:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,346
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Small Game Field Dressing question?

-This depends on how the animal is taken. A small animal taken at close range with a 12 guage should be field dressed. A squirrel head shot with a 22 is another matter entirely.
Forum: Guns
08-12-2008, 04:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 48,729
Posted By Tom_L

RE: 20 Gauge or 410 For Young Boy

I'd actually recommend getting a 410 and putting some rifle sights on the gun. Go practice at the range with the rifle sights and you will be amazed at the improvement in accuracy.
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
04-03-2008, 02:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,242
Posted By Tom_L

RE: PA's Trout Opener-new record

Question - and I don't mean to be a PITA by asking this because I fish for stockies too.

Should a fish stocked just a few days ago be counted as a record?
Forum: Black Powder
12-31-2007, 02:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 940
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Mystery Pic-----What Is This???

That looks like a good dinner. I like to finish those "quick stews" with a shot of whiskey - gives it a little more oomph.
Forum: Black Powder
12-22-2007, 02:57 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 80,165
Posted By Tom_L

RE: How to use a Powerbelt Bullet Correctly

I've shot powerbelts at the range a bit. They are very accurate in my gun. I like to experiment with different bullets but the powerbelts are about as expensive as they get.

After reading this...
Forum: Black Powder
12-17-2007, 05:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,486
Posted By Tom_L

RE: 3 Deer with 1 Bullet

I got onto this threat late but here is my $.02.

I have read so many "once in a lifetime" stories on the internet I long ago stopped believing 99% of them.

I think this is a hoax, plain and...
Forum: Black Powder
11-08-2007, 03:59 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,733
Posted By Tom_L

RE: 300 grain T/C Mag Express XTP's same as Hornadys?

I know of 6 deer. All bang-flops.
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
11-06-2007, 03:28 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 12,361
Posted By Tom_L

RE: What are good Deer/Beer Camp pranks to play on my buddies?

One year a guy in camp went to bed early, so we reset his watch and all the clocks by 5 hours. We all then went to bed and woke up promptly at midnight, he thought it was 5 a.m.

We all played...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-31-2007, 05:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,399
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Stolen Elk

Notify fish and game, get the phone # for every butcher and taxidermist within 100 miles and start making calls. Did you take pictures?
Forum: Black Powder
10-29-2007, 02:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 894
Posted By Tom_L

RE: First blood

I hunt areas that aren't very heavily pressured. I once had a mature doe walk up to me from directly behind. She stompted her hoof at about 10 feet. When I turned around she stared at me for a...
Forum: Black Powder
10-27-2007, 06:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,543
Posted By Tom_L

RE: whats the longest shot youve taken?

Longest shot with a ML was at 50 paces (probably reasonably close to 50 yards). Double lung shot and the deer rolled right down the hill to my feet.
Forum: Black Powder
10-27-2007, 06:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,168
Posted By Tom_L

RE: how many shots do you take

I usually take 5 shots with the ML, then clean it up and switch to the .22 for a while to let it cool. I repeat this routine a few times before leaving. I usually take 10-15 shots with the ML.
Forum: Black Powder
10-27-2007, 06:27 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 16,083
Posted By Tom_L

RE: recovered bullets

I am a neophyte compared to people posting on this thread, and I have some questions.

I simply just don't understand all this talk about ML bullets expanding, or how people are not recovering...
Forum: Black Powder
10-26-2007, 03:34 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,080
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Honest Hunting Accuracy

I've never actually measured a group in my life. I always put up a target and shoot until I am done shooting. I practice at 25 and 50 yards. Once in a blue moon I will shoot at a 100 yard target. ...
Forum: Guns
10-23-2007, 04:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,991
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Rifled Slugs in an 870 (28" barrel)

FYI - I have shot a lot of slugs out of smoothbores. I recommend trying Winchester Super X in 2.75 inch. They seemed to shoot the best out of several gun types.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-23-2007, 04:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,690
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Looking for Newfoundland Moose Outfitter Recommendations

Can anyone provide a cost estimate for a moose hunt? I have been looking around at various outfitters but price ranges vary greatly - I am wondering what people consider a "fair price."
Forum: Guns
10-22-2007, 05:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,991
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Rifled Slugs in an 870 (28" barrel)

I would suggest putting regular iron sights on the gun for rifle season. Also, be sure to spend some time at the range.

My old smoothbore shot slugs accurately to 30 yards, then accuracy fell...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-21-2007, 04:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,086
Posted By Tom_L

RE: I once caught a deer Thiiiis Biiiig!

I saw the original post some time ago on another website. The deer was a long way from short, apparently confused, and very weak. When he released the deer it didn't even have the strength to walk...
Forum: Camp Cooking and Game Processing
10-19-2007, 03:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,795
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Deer heart

Remove all fat and valves from the heart, cut up into chunks.

Fry a vidalia onion in some butter (obviously, the more the better). After the onions are done to taste add a clove of chopped...
Forum: Northeast
10-19-2007, 03:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,662
Posted By Tom_L

RE: anyone from new jersey?

Can anyone recommend any hunting clubs in NJ? A friend of mine mentioned he used to hunt on private (club) land in NJ in their late season and never had a problem filling his tag. Around January I...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-19-2007, 03:15 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,689
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Taking Girlfriend Hunting

I took my wife hunting once..well, it was more like we went for a walk and I took my gun.

Things were going fine until she spotted some deer and yelled "Look at the deer."

I looked at them...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-19-2007, 03:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,996
Posted By Tom_L

RE: What is your opinion on hunting shows

I don't like the shows on the major networks. They tend to hunt at ranches or other places where harvesting a big deer (or any animal) is much, much easier than the reality for nearly all of us. I...
Forum: Northeast
10-19-2007, 03:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 894
Posted By Tom_L

RE: northern zone gun season

I already got a buck with the muzzleloader. When I empty the freezer a bit I might head back for a few days. I hunt an area south of Indian Lake and there are absolutely no acorns or beech nuts. ...
Forum: Northeast
10-19-2007, 03:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,148
Posted By Tom_L

RE: EHD IN NEW YORK

Definitely bad news. What we need is a cold snap to kill the bugs that carry the disease.
Forum: Black Powder
10-19-2007, 03:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,413
Posted By Tom_L

RE: how many hunt only with ml's?

I bring the ML and 30-30 during the regular season. If it is absolutely pouring rain i will take the 30-30, otherwise its the ML.
Forum: Black Powder
10-17-2007, 10:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 751
Posted By Tom_L

250 & 300 grain XTP results

With all the recent talk about pass throughs I thought I would post some results from deer camp.

I shot a 150 lb buck from 50 yards with a 300 grain XTP (short black MMP sabot, 95 grains of...
Forum: Black Powder
10-10-2007, 04:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 801
Posted By Tom_L

My hunting trip: part 1 (leaving)

I leave Friday to hunt the Adirondacks in northern New York - opening day is Saturday. This will be my 3rd year hunting with the ML, and I am psyched. My father is joining me for the 2nd straight...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-08-2007, 03:04 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,141
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Need advice: lowest recoil gun, that is powerfull enough for deer

I am a bit surprised this hasn't been mentioned yet.

50 caliber muzzleloader (or even a 45 if legal).

My muzzy - with a deer load - has less kick than my .243.
Forum: Black Powder
09-25-2007, 06:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,298
Posted By Tom_L

RE: NEF Muzzleloader

I love my sidekick. It shoots great and isn't at all picky about bullet/powder combinations. Any bullet I have tried in the 225-300 grain range with 80-110 grains of powder shoots accurately enough...
Forum: Upland Bird Hunting
09-22-2007, 01:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,350
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Grouse Hunting

I agree about the road hunting. I went grouse hunting this morning and drove past 2 birds that were in the road. Unfortunately didn't see a bird the rest of the day.

To answer the original...
Forum: Black Powder
09-20-2007, 07:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,930
Posted By Tom_L

RE: 3 out of 5 on 9" circle at 40 yds

I agree with offhand shooting being difficult. I practice a lot offhand and I agree with an earlier post - shooting offhand with open sights (at least for me) is easier. That made it tough for me...
Forum: Black Powder
09-19-2007, 06:00 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,254
Posted By Tom_L

RE: ML Seasons, state to state

I start October 13th in northern NY - deer of either sex with a ML license. The season is 1 week and it corresponds with small game and fall turkey. I take this week off and try to take a deer...
Forum: Camp Cooking and Game Processing
09-06-2007, 05:39 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 21,727
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Deer Jerky Dehydrator

I second trying the cold drying method, if you have the space.

Dehydrating meat is completely different from air-drying meat.

I have also read that food dehydrators can be unsafe.
Forum: Small Game, Predator and Trapping
09-03-2007, 09:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,003
Posted By Tom_L

RE: Opening Day Bag Limit

Good mess of squirrels. I got out this morning in NY but only got 2. I could have easily limited with a shotgun but also prefer to make head shots with the .22.

I also had a very close...
Forum: Northeast
08-30-2007, 04:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,165
Posted By Tom_L

Vermont small game

I live in Albany, NY and am considering getting a Vermont small game license. Any thoughts on the best areas to hunt (public land) within a few hours drive of Albany?

I am mainly interested in...
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