Ozark Mountain Airgun Club's First Event
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@Joedirt199
Appreciate the work you put in brotha! I'm sure we will put a good dent in that load when the sun goes down!
Appreciate the work you put in brotha! I'm sure we will put a good dent in that load when the sun goes down!
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I met up with another guy coming to this Meetup/Hunt to scout the campsites and potential areas to hunt.
Camping: I visited both Campsites that Sam has posted GPS Arial Images of. The Lower more primitive camp is good size, secluded, and next go a creek, but has not been finished mowed yet, so maybe it will be done before October 2nd gets here. I also noticed a ton of gnats swarming when I stepped out of my vehicle to dawn my gear and hit the trail. If you plan on staying at the lower camp just pack some good insect repellant and plan on having a fire going to keep them out of camp.
The Northern Campsites are nice. I did see a few Horse Trailers parked on the loop, but it didn't appear that were camping out (just day riding). The East side of that Campsite has signs up indicating the horse trailers cannot park over in that area so it's perfect for everyone that wants level ground, fire rings, bathrooms within walking distance, and some non potable water close. I even had a few bars of 4g signal when I was up there in that camp (Verizon).
I will most likely be staying in the Northern Camp due to having a good option of trees around to throw up a hammock and the fire rings make it easier to cook on. Plus having a bit of service is nice incase I need to make a phone call.
Hunting: I walked a few different trails off of the main road. Plenty of Oak and Hickory Trees on every trail I walked. Did run across a few persimmon trees as well, but they were a few weeks out from harvest.
I saw most of the Grey Squirrels on Oak trees, but did see some running around on some Walnuts down in the bottom next to the creek.
Some trails are pretty nice to navigate thanks to the trail riders keeping it cleared in a single track fashion making it easy to walk through the forest remaining quiet. Other trails get are a little grown up, but still better then taking off through the woods fighting all of the undergrowth.
Make sure you have your Small Game license purchased before Saturday Morning. Wouldn't want a conservation agent to ruin your trip! (Doubt we will run into one, but you never know)
Last Note: If you plan on taking home First place you'll have to be prepared to make some fast shots. These squirrels don't wait around for anything and if they hit the ground they are gone! The undergrowth is still dense, but saw plenty of squirrels in the tops of trees allowing a quick shooter a chance to harvest.
I hope you all can make it out!
I met up with another guy coming to this Meetup/Hunt to scout the campsites and potential areas to hunt.
Camping: I visited both Campsites that Sam has posted GPS Arial Images of. The Lower more primitive camp is good size, secluded, and next go a creek, but has not been finished mowed yet, so maybe it will be done before October 2nd gets here. I also noticed a ton of gnats swarming when I stepped out of my vehicle to dawn my gear and hit the trail. If you plan on staying at the lower camp just pack some good insect repellant and plan on having a fire going to keep them out of camp.
The Northern Campsites are nice. I did see a few Horse Trailers parked on the loop, but it didn't appear that were camping out (just day riding). The East side of that Campsite has signs up indicating the horse trailers cannot park over in that area so it's perfect for everyone that wants level ground, fire rings, bathrooms within walking distance, and some non potable water close. I even had a few bars of 4g signal when I was up there in that camp (Verizon).
I will most likely be staying in the Northern Camp due to having a good option of trees around to throw up a hammock and the fire rings make it easier to cook on. Plus having a bit of service is nice incase I need to make a phone call.
Hunting: I walked a few different trails off of the main road. Plenty of Oak and Hickory Trees on every trail I walked. Did run across a few persimmon trees as well, but they were a few weeks out from harvest.
I saw most of the Grey Squirrels on Oak trees, but did see some running around on some Walnuts down in the bottom next to the creek.
Some trails are pretty nice to navigate thanks to the trail riders keeping it cleared in a single track fashion making it easy to walk through the forest remaining quiet. Other trails get are a little grown up, but still better then taking off through the woods fighting all of the undergrowth.
Make sure you have your Small Game license purchased before Saturday Morning. Wouldn't want a conservation agent to ruin your trip! (Doubt we will run into one, but you never know)
Last Note: If you plan on taking home First place you'll have to be prepared to make some fast shots. These squirrels don't wait around for anything and if they hit the ground they are gone! The undergrowth is still dense, but saw plenty of squirrels in the tops of trees allowing a quick shooter a chance to harvest.
I hope you all can make it out!
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I know when we checked out the area a while back bugs were horrible down by the river. Gnats everywhere! I didn't get out and see how they were down by the creek site because it had been overgrown and hadn't considered it until the conservation guy called me back and told me he would mow it.
If they are as bad there, then I will most likely move up to the main campground. I won't know til Oct 1st. But I plan to get out there very early and check it out that friday.
If they are as bad there, then I will most likely move up to the main campground. I won't know til Oct 1st. But I plan to get out there very early and check it out that friday.
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Also read this this morning
https://www.ky3.com/2021/09/22/missouri-department-conservation-finds-group-overhunting-squirrels/
Good thing we aren't hunting in that area. May be a bit slow.
It is the responsibility of everyone hunting to know the state regs and to have the proper licenses. A limit of only 10 will be allowed to count towards most squirrels category. If more then 1 team has maxed out, it will based on overall weight.
Nice to start seeing the temps dropping!
https://www.ky3.com/2021/09/22/missouri-department-conservation-finds-group-overhunting-squirrels/
Good thing we aren't hunting in that area. May be a bit slow.
It is the responsibility of everyone hunting to know the state regs and to have the proper licenses. A limit of only 10 will be allowed to count towards most squirrels category. If more then 1 team has maxed out, it will based on overall weight.
Nice to start seeing the temps dropping!
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Probably more humid and swampy down by the river or the grass was really tall and holding moisture. Temps are dropping this week then going back up to the 80s next week. Fingers crossed for an alberta clipper rolling in for the weekend and giving up some low humidity and cooler temps.
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So we have a micro brew place in our county that is pretty good, Bastard Brothers Brewing. He makes a small pony keg that fits in a 5 gallon bucket and is charged with C02. If I pick one up is there anyone that will help me with it. Holds about a case of beer and stays fresh since it is not a air pump.
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https://youtu.be/9jK-NcRmVcw
Its time to get a headcount for the clubs first event. If folks wouldn't mind either posting on here, or pm'ing either Casey or myself, if they plan to attend the squirrel hunt. So we could have an idea of who to look for at weigh in that Saturday at 3:00pm. Also if you plan to be at the grill out on Friday, so we can plan on having enough food.
Thanks, and we will see you all in a week!
Its time to get a headcount for the clubs first event. If folks wouldn't mind either posting on here, or pm'ing either Casey or myself, if they plan to attend the squirrel hunt. So we could have an idea of who to look for at weigh in that Saturday at 3:00pm. Also if you plan to be at the grill out on Friday, so we can plan on having enough food.
Thanks, and we will see you all in a week!
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The TKO team will be there for cookout Friday and the hunt on Saturday. We like beer Joedirt199 
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Sounds good. I will talk to the brewer next week and see what he can whip up. I tried a shock top style of his and it wasn't bad. He has one called "Lauger Enforcement" they just got just approved.
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I'll be there Friday afternoon and Saturday. I will be bringing my camping trailer and staying in the main campground.
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As of now, we have 14 airgunners planning on attending. Its looking like a good turnout for our first event. Still waiting to hear back from a few.
Weather is looking like it may be a little wet. But at least it will cool down.
Weather is looking like it may be a little wet. But at least it will cool down.
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OK folks, chances of rain for this weekend keep climbing. Right now we have 3 choices to consider.
1) Carry on as planned
2) Reschedule event
3) Still have get together but shift the Saturday event to a target competition at the Lead Mine Gun Range
We hope to make a decision tomorrow Thursday morning 9/30. If folks attending have a preference, let us know. And we will try to consider everything as best we can. Thanks!
1) Carry on as planned
2) Reschedule event
3) Still have get together but shift the Saturday event to a target competition at the Lead Mine Gun Range
We hope to make a decision tomorrow Thursday morning 9/30. If folks attending have a preference, let us know. And we will try to consider everything as best we can. Thanks!
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My vote: Carry On As Planned
If hunting isn't going well we can hit the gun range, setup some canopies, and shoot some targets.
If hunting isn't going well we can hit the gun range, setup some canopies, and shoot some targets.
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Well crap. Looked at the weather app and 80% chance all three days. What the heck. Does the following weekend work for anyone? Cooler temps after all the storms move through.
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I'm still seeing 50%-60% for tunas on weather.com.
We are really hoping not to have to reschedule, because there's a good chance no matter which weekend it gets moved to, it won't work out for someone that was planning to attend
We are really hoping not to have to reschedule, because there's a good chance no matter which weekend it gets moved to, it won't work out for someone that was planning to attend
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Well just power on through this weekend. Weather people don't know when they throw up 50% chances for rain.
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