The Upland Almanac Magazine - Spring 2023

In this issue

This issue features 799.2: A Good Dog Is Necessary to Hunt Maine Pheasants, Along the Trail of the Swamp Fox: Hunting Woodcock in South Carolina, Birds from a Blind: Another Way to "Hunt," Sixty-some Years Later, Season's End: A Retrospect and Benediction, and much more.

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CULINARY CREATIONS FROM GORDON HAMERSLEY

5 mins

A Good Dog Is Necessary to Hunt Maine Pheasants

Some Are Tame and Some Are Wild

7 mins

Along the Trail of the Swamp Fox: Hunting Woodcock in South Carolina

In the movie The Patriot starring Mel Gibson, the lead character retreats to the swamps of South Carolina to avoid the pursuing redcoats. These swamps are a veritable no man’s land full of palmetto, cane and greenbrier that will test any man’s mettle. If someone wanted to elude his adversaries, there’s no better place.

4 mins

Birds from a Blind: Another Way to "Hunt"

As a wildlife photographer, I can often get some frame-filling images simply by slowly walking in a wildlife area or even slowly driving the back roads and taking images out of my vehicle, but many times it is better to be in a photo blind in areas I expect the birds to be. Sometimes I will set up my own blind, but in certain areas, you can reserve one from a wildlife organization or state/federal agencies that have set them up on leks.

3 mins

Sixty-some Years Later

I began hunting birds as a sophomore in high school in 1961. I’m still at it, concentrating mostly now on pheasants and quail. A couple years back, I attempted another chukar hunt in the Snake River canyons of Washington State, “for old time’s sake,” but sadly noted afterwards that while stepping on my tongue as I plodded uphill with an arthritic, reconstructed hip was painful, the agony in my knees on the downhill run to my vehicle was worse. The greatest pain came from having to admit that hunting wild chukars was something I would never do again.

3 mins

SEASON'S END: A RETROSPECT AND BENEDICTION

The close of bird season – no matter where it occurs or what species you consider your favorite game or primary wing shooting obsession – always brings a corresponding period of emotional downturn.

6 mins

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Embark on a journey into the heart of upland bird hunting and conservation with The Upland Almanac Magazine. We're delighted to introduce you to this publication, your ultimate source for all things related to the thrilling world of upland bird hunting, gun dogs, and the conservation of cherished landscapes.

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* Conservation Insights: Stay informed about conservation efforts and initiatives dedicated to preserving the habitats of upland birds.

* Gear Reviews: Access reviews of the latest gear, firearms, and equipment tailored for upland bird hunting.

* Hunter Profiles: Get to know fellow hunters, their experiences, and the traditions that define the upland bird hunting community.


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