ridleyman
NES Member
I bought a Winchester Model 12 in 12 gauge the other day with the intent of hunting rabbits and squirrels. Although I have had a hunting license for several years, and wander around the woods with a .22 on occasion, I have never bagged anything. Not coming from a hunting family, I have always been a bit reluctant to pursue the sport with too much vigor. Yesterday I went to a WMA and bumped into a very friendly guy who was training his 1 year old bird dog. I mentioned that I was rabbit hunting, of sorts, and he invited me to join him pheasant hunting. Well, before too long I winged a large cock, and I can't imagine ever using that expression in any other context, which was retrieved by his dog. I was shown how to butcher it, saving me the trouble of watching youtube videos at home. It was a great experience, I appreciate this guy's instruction, and my wife and I enjoyed sauteed pheasant breast for dinner! I'm looking forward to heading out again in the very near future.