Gaining Permission

[dropdeadfred 1]

Hi Everyone. Brand new to ferreting and the whole hunting scene I'm currently ferreting a small piece of public land and desperate for permission. Only thing is, obviously Ive never walked up and knocked on a farmers door before. What do I ask? Do i take the ferrets with me or do you ask then come back the next day. Obviously in need of advice. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[Trev Smilerface 38]

The way i find is just knock the door ....say youve seen a fair few rabbits on his land, is there any chance of bringing my ferrets to sort a few of them out. I find it easier getting permission with ferts than with air rifle. May get knocked back a few times but thats life....be polite leave the ferts at home, be casual in dress and get knocking.

 

If he says yes.....always check that your allowed to dig in case of a laid up ferret....nothing worse than digging your fert out and farmer or landowner turning up as your on a 4ft dig for your ferret.Also ask him if theres any ares that he wants you to approach first.......and the big one is always make the offer of a few rabbits if you get any and just cause he's said yes, dont just turn up everytime......i always nip in and say hi and ask how things are and have a chat, not just about the rabbiting but anything .....shows you appreciate the land he's let you hunt on

Edited January 11, 2012 by Trev Smilerface

[dropdeadfred 1]

Aye sounds like a good way to go about it that like. Thanks alot mate and cheers for the advice. I'll let you know how it goes.

[coursing lee 1]

that advice has helped me too, thank a lot

[rotton123 7]

sound advice trev.

 

happy hunting fellas

[Trev Smilerface 38]

More than welcome lads ...hope it helps ...i know all too well what its like to get the knock backs .....keep on knocking and it'll all come together.

[foxing machine 144]

The way i find is just knock the door ....say youve seen a fair few rabbits on his land, is there any chance of bringing my ferrets to sort a few of them out. I find it easier getting permission with ferts than with air rifle. May get knocked back a few times but thats life....be polite leave the ferts at home, be casual in dress and get knocking.

 

If he says yes.....always check that your allowed to dig in case of a laid up ferret....nothing worse than digging your fert out and farmer or landowner turning up as your on a 4ft dig for your ferret.Also ask him if theres any ares that he wants you to approach first.......and the big one is always make the offer of a few rabbits if you get any and just cause he's said yes, dont just turn up everytime......i always nip in and say hi and ask how things are and have a chat, not just about the rabbiting but anything .....shows you appreciate the land he's let you hunt on

thats the best way mate

[coursing lee 1]

_{i feel like they wont think im responsible due to being 19years of age. is it still worth a try?}

[Trev Smilerface 38]

_{i feel like they wont think im responsible due to being 19years of age. is it still worth a try?}

 

Theres one thing certain in life bud....if you dont ask you dont know. Even older fellas like myself and im sure all the guys on here that go looking for permission get the knock back. Ive certainly had many doors closed on me. But when you get your first permission you'll be glad you made the effort. Just be respectful outgoing and be prepared to answer a few questions they might throw your way......stuff your using, how often you coming, all sorts ....treat it like an interview and you cant go far wrong......and first impressions count.....good luck.

[coursing lee 1]

thanks for the help trev

[leegreen 2,244]

Hi Everyone. Brand new to ferreting and the whole hunting scene I'm currently ferreting a small piece of public land and desperate for permission. Only thing is, obviously Ive never walked up and knocked on a farmers door before. What do I ask? Do i take the ferrets with me or do you ask then come back the next day. Obviously in need of advice. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Ferreting permission is the easiest to get. People have problems with rabbits and your asking to get rid of them, just remember that. Be polite, well presented and find some where that really has a rabbit problem.

I gained permission to do a large paddock area with lots of grazing and hay fields this morning. All I did was say "good morning" to the man letting his dogs have a poop and then mentioned his rabbit problem. He was over the moon that I offered. I also think my well behaved dogs contributed to my good manner.

As said first impressions count good luck.