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Are you guys going?? If so, let me know where you'll be or when your dog's running.

I'm surprised at the lack of responses here......I thought more folks would be attending.

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Less sleep, free time, money; I could go on and on.......but the best years of your life. Congrats and waiting for pics!!

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Just curious to see who's planning on coming out to the FT? I won't be participating but will probably stop out on Sunday to see the dogs run and meet some folks. If you're planning on coming, shoot me a PM so we can touch base.......thanks.

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Wow! Nice work Chris.....you should be VERY proud!!

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I could live without the freezing cold temps and snow drifts but I know a couple "folks" that don't mind as much as I do....... :lol: The playin' field..... http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa246/Nebraska01/P1015848.jpg The old dog..... http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa246/Nebraska01/P1015849....

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Just checkin' in to say "Happy New Year from NE"!!!!

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IMO, 10 to 12 birds would be optimal.

I currently have 5 birds but I've had up to 20 birds in that coop (short-term) without any issues.

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Agreed!! I've been using Eezox for 20+ years and love the stuff. It's not easy to find locally but it is available through Midway...... Eezox is the best I've ever used for rust prevention on my blued guns and is also amazing for keeping semi-autos (shotguns/pistols/ARs) running smooth in all temps ...

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Ruffshooter wrote:guy with a hat topper

I didn't catch that the first time around!

Great job and nice pics.....I'm really diggin' your white GSP!!

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gpblitz wrote:Here's some pic. of my 2007 Tacoma. My crates are 31" deep 18" wide 21" high. The platform the crates sit on is 3/4" plywood. My dogs weigh 68, 60, and 55 lbs,

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That looks great! Maybe I'll have to bite the bullet on a topper...... :roll:

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I have a 4-door Tacoma with a very short (5') bed and could use a topper but don't want to spend all that $$ for such a small space so I thought I'd put up a post to see what kind of ideas you guys have for setting your truck up for hunting, with or without a topper......thanks!!

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If the weather's decent, I'm using my Weatherby Orion III.

If the weather's foul, my Rem 870 SPS-T a 21" IC get's the nod.....

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How about Fancy Delight's Sexy Lexi.....

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I'll be staying in Primghar, IA and heading to Spirit Lake on Saturday.

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Hi Sharon, She's conditioned to the gun. I'll be hunting pheasants along next week and will only shoot birds she points. This weekend I'm planning on picking up a few pheasants to plant for my GSP (she's 20 months now). My dog points well and will let me kick around in the grass but isn't steady to ...

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I'm going to hopefully get my GSP into pheasants for the 1st time next week and I was kicking around picking up a few this weekend and putting her on them in a controlled setting to ensure she doesn't get spooked the 1st time one jumps up and cackles in her face.

Any input here would be appreciated!!

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That's great!! Lookin' forward to the pics.....

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Thanks Chaingang. I have some #4 steel shot buried in the basement somewhere so I'll start there. Maybe I'll pick up a box of Heavy-shot to use for follow-up/doubles as well. Using #4 steel w/ the IC for my 1st shot and #6 Heavy-shot w/ the Mod for a follow-up or on a double might just be a good com...

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I'm planning on hunting some public areas for pheasants and they pretty much all require non-toxic shot. I'll be hunting with my GSP and will only be taking shots at pointed birds. I normally use #7 1/2 or #6 shot and use a O/U with IC and Mod chokes. What recommendations do you have for a good qual...

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Hi Doug. Hopefully we can hook up next time. I did have a lot of fun and definitely have a LONG way to go on the training side!! I'm going to go up mid-next week and found a place to stay that's just about 1/2 way between Sioux City and Spirit Lake. That looks to be a good area for birds and yet clo...

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Just checked the DNR site and WOW!! They did a great job with their public hunting info. Wish NGPC would get on board with a similar set up for our public hunting spots.

Probably a long-shot but does anyone know where I can find CRP walk-on maps online for IA???

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What are you asking for the Orion 20ga?

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Good thinkin' on the Iowa Sportsman's Atlas. I'm pretty sure I even have one already too. Hopefully I can find a cheap motel to stay in while I do some hunting on the public ground. Would be a fun trip!!!

So how's your pup doing??

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I painted mine white to reflect heat but I see 'em painted lots of different colors so if you shooting to have it blend in with it's surrounds by painting it a certain color, I'm sure you'd be fine. To the other question, I don't think that's something that you'd want to do but I've never tried it. ...

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I have an opportunity to visit Spirit Lake, IA next weekend and considered picking up an out of state license and doing some hunting in that area. Is anyone on this forum from around that area? If so, I'd appreciate a PM so I could ask some questions and maybe get some info about the area. Thanks....

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I saw an ad from LCS for some Cedar Bedding (long strings/strips) and thought that might make pretty good nesting material for my pigeons. Has anyone tried this and, if so, how did it work?? Thanks.....

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I'm not sure what's on the agenda right now but we're heading to the Neb. Nat'l Forest by Halsey. That's one of my favorite places on the planet......hunting or not.

Are you near by??

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Well, as much as it hurts, I guess I'll leave her home and just turn this into a camping/scouting trip.....

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My GSP went into heat this week and I was wondering how long this usually lasts. Also, I'm planning on heading to central NE to do some grouse hunting later this week and will either have her hunting with me or staying in her crate (now). Is there anything else I should consider/do for this trip? I ...

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I'm not sure but it's much easier to tell from bed of a pickup!!!

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Thanks for the tip on the inverter!!

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Great pics and beautiful country!! Thanks for the post.....

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Good info here. I've lost my GSP for short periods and that "pit in the stomach" feeling is one of the worst feelings a guy can get!!! The cell # on the collar makes sense but I would not have thought to put food/water down where the truck was parked so thank you for that tip. One thing I wouldn't d...

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After watching George Hickox's DVD, I'd like to give the "Buddy Stick" a try.

I'm planning on picking up the materials this week and was wondering what the best way is to attach the brass snap to the end. Thanks for your help.....

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I spent most of the day there and got to see some really great dogs do their thing. It was a fun time and I'll do it again but I sure have a TON of work to do!! My GSP wanted to play with the other dog at first but after she hit the bird field she got after it. She pointed some birds but with the ot...

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Gotta love that!! Nice job to all......

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I have a Garmin Astro and Tritronics Pro 100 and would like to find a car charger if possible.

What option(s) do I have??

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It looks like Roxy's running at 7:15am on Saturday........I'm already gettin' nervous!!! :roll:

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Nice job!!

I'm hoping to get out for grouse/chickens in a couple weeks. It's been almost 15 years since I've made a trip for grouse so hopefully I'll see one or two....

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Sorry for not responding sooner, I just saw these replies...... :oops: IIRC, I paid $675 (on Gunbroker) for that 870 which is probably too much but when I saw that engraving and wood, that was all she wrote (and I'm not even a fancy wood guy)!! I have a couple Express 870s and a Weatherby Orion III ...

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I'll be there and this will be my 1st ever FT. I entered my GSP, Roxy, into the Amateur Walking Derby and am planning on having a lot of fun and hopefully learning a thing or three while I'm at it........hope to see ya'll there!!

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I used a clipped-wing pigeon and birder launcher for the flush and had a friend fire the gun from a distance after the bird flushed. We did this three times (100, 50 and 20 yards) and Roxy never showed even a hint of hearing the gun!! I was planning on doing this again next weekend at 50, 20 and the...

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Wow Ezzy......I'd never heard that recommendation.

The 209 primer pistol is very loud IMO. Would a 22rf w/ standard or subsonic loads be a better choice than the 209 or 20ga??

BTW - I've decided to wait until this weekend so I wouldn't have to rush......

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I'm planning on starting introducing my GSP to the primer pistol tomorrow and thought I'd put this out there for any last-minute input. My GSP is bird-crazy and, IMO, ready for her introduction to the primer pistol. FYI - she previously caught a pointed pigeon (my bad) in mid-flight, after my son ha...

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I spoke to a gentleman at WingWorks about their vest today. He was VERY patient and helpful and based on the design, great reviews and outstanding customer service, I'm going to give one a try. http://www.wingworks.biz/Vests/tabid/76/Default.aspx http://www.wingworks.biz/Portals/0/HomePageOrangeVest...

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I've been looking for a nice hunting vest and haven't been having much luck so I thought I'd see what you guys were using this year. If possible, I'd like to find one with some/all of the following characteristics: Some/all of vest in hunter's orange (in case I go hunting with a "bleep" Cheney!! :P ...

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I bit the bullet and picked up the Pro 100. It's a long-term invenstment IMO. Same goes for releasers......I bought a pair of Dogtra releasers and had some serious "buyer's remorse" but that went away after I started using them!! They're REALLY quiet/quick and now that I'm using them, I'm glad I did...

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It's like a big screen TV for dogs and certainly quality entertainment!!!

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Great pics and awesome lookin' pup!!!

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