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Pheasants
2000 general pheasant season. All images were taken on hunts and on wild bird. (Pages 1, 2, and 3).

Pheasants were standing on top of this hay stack. As we approached, they flew off in several different directions. This cock bird headed into a weedy ditch nearby.
The shot bird landed on a dirt road that surrounds the alfalfa field. Pheasants are large birds compared to other upland birds. Sage makes a quick retrieve.

An asparagus field cut weeks before and allowed to dry is set on fire. Fire destroy insects and helps to grow healthy asparagus.
Burrowing owls are oftentimes seen near alfalfa fields. They are the only owls to make underground homes. Thus, many avid bird watchers come to observer their behavior.

Below are images of those I enjoyed sharing hunting experiences.

Gerry ran his GSP pup on short outings. The pup was already gun-broke and showed interest in pheasants. Sal harvested his bird over Stinger and mine over Temis. Both birds were pinned just in front of the pointing dogs.
Steve's first pheasant over pointing dogs. The bird was taken with his 12 gauge over and under. Steve considered his day hunting with me wonderful and fun.


A camp fire among friends is a great way to end a hard day of hunting. Sal, Pat and a young bird hunter relax in front a warm fire.
Danny, Bob, Gary and Jerry are regulars at camp. Bob is a great host and invites all of us to share his camp throughout the year.

1 Jan. 2001
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