Day oot

[mattydski 560]

Haven't posted much this year, but thought today warranted a wee story.

 

I put a share a days sport post in before xmas, and after an extensive selection and interview procedure

 

, decided to take 'johnboy' out for a spot of ferreting.

 

 

True to his Word, John turned up early, after a long drive. We made the ferreting ground by about 10.15 and met a shooting buddy there.

 

We started off slowly, but after a spot on lunch, the runs started coming frequently, we bolted a lot more than we caught, the main problem being the proximity of adjacent warrens. They rabbits were able to get to ground before either of the dogs could gain ground on them. We could have done with a long net to be honest.

 

We stopping setting nets, just to get the dogs some runs, and they both put in 110%. Mines now asleep on the settee. 110% knackered

 

A really enjoyable day.....

 

And it just goes to show, that sharing a day with the right people can be a success. John put a good account of himself in today, and it was a pleasure to have him. He has been invited back next week.!!

 

Its nice to share with another ferreter, rather than dragging a shooter along for the ride.

 

 

When it got too dark to ferret, we took John for a spot of sniping and lamping. Good shooting on his account, gave us another 3-4 in the bag!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks Johnboy for making the 100+ mile round trip to share the sport....making the effort, makes the day

[trapper123 7]

good post lads,well done.

[The one 8,595]

Nice to see mate thats what sites like this should be all about

[JOHNBOY 18]

yes it was a great day matty, just like to say a big thanks to matty and his mate stewart, who couldnt have been more accomodating in taking me out on there ground and showing me some sport that i have been missing lately and also for sharing ther vast knowledge of firearms, saftey and handling and letting me get a couple of shots in! cheers lads and def be makin the trip agan

[stealthy1 3,964]

Well done Matty, you lads looked to have had a good outing

[ferretville 69]

Good day had lads fair play to ya matty for taking john on your land

[Moe 108]

good on yer mate ,its hard to find trustworthy people who are willing to turn up on a regular basis.

[mattydski 560]

As a post editorial to this story, I would like to announce the demise of my favourite Harkila Sweater.

 

It was in immaculate condition, after only having been worn daily for 3-4 years. It kept me warm when I was cold, and kept me dry when it was raining.

 

unfortunately the German Shepherds cage was left open on Saturday night, and it was taken in for a cuddle and chew. The injuries proved fatal

 

Yes, it was too big for me...but I loved that jumper like no other...

 

RIP little jumper........gone..........but not forgotton....