How to Hunt Big Game, Small Furbearers, and Wild Fowl

Hunting is a popular sport enjoyed by people of all ages. It can be a great way to get outdoors, connect with nature, and put food on the table. If you're new to hunting, or just want to learn more about it, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know.

Mike’s Complete Hunting Guide for Beginners: How to Hunt Big Game, Small Furbearers & Wild Fowl: Hunting Gear, Hunting Techniques, Archery, Firearms, Harvesting and Enjoying Game Meat

by Michael Archer

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Choosing the Right Equipment

The first step to hunting is choosing the right equipment. This includes your firearm, ammunition, and clothing.

Firearms

The type of firearm you choose will depend on the game you're hunting. For big game, such as deer and elk, you'll need a high-powered rifle. For small furbearers, such as rabbits and squirrels, you can use a shotgun or a .22 caliber rifle. For wild fowl, such as ducks and geese, you'll need a shotgun.

Ammunition

The type of ammunition you use will also depend on the game you're hunting. For big game, you'll need to use expanding bullets that will create a large wound channel. For small furbearers, you can use hollow point bullets that will fragment on impact. For wild fowl, you'll need to use shot that is the appropriate size for the birds you're hunting.

Clothing

The clothing you wear when hunting should be comfortable, weather-resistant, and camouflage. You'll also want to wear blaze orange during hunting season so that other hunters can see you.

Field Dressing Your Game

Once you've harvested your game, you'll need to field dress it. This involves removing the internal organs and cleaning the carcass.

Big Game

To field dress a big game animal, you'll need to:

1. Find a clean, level spot to dress the animal. 2. Cut the animal's throat to bleed it out. 3. Remove the animal's internal organs. 4. Clean the carcass and remove any blood or hair. 5. Quarter the carcass and pack it into your backpack or game bag.

Small Furbearers

To field dress a small furbearer, you'll need to:

1. Find a clean, level spot to dress the animal. 2. Cut the animal's throat to bleed it out. 3. Remove the animal's internal organs. 4. Skin the animal and remove the fur. 5. Clean the carcass and remove any blood or hair. 6. Package the carcass and fur for storage.

Wild Fowl

To field dress a wild fowl, you'll need to:

1. Find a clean, level spot to dress the bird. 2. Pluck the bird's feathers. 3. Remove the bird's internal organs. 4. Clean the carcass and remove any blood or feathers. 5. Package the carcass for storage.

Hunting is a challenging and rewarding sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. If you're new to hunting, or just want to learn more about it, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know.

Remember, hunting is a privilege, not a right. Always be safe, ethical, and respectful of the animals you hunt.

Mike’s Complete Hunting Guide for Beginners: How to Hunt Big Game, Small Furbearers & Wild Fowl: Hunting Gear, Hunting Techniques, Archery, Firearms, Harvesting and Enjoying Game Meat

by Michael Archer

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	11624 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	248 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE