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    The dangers of conibear traps

    This subject has been discussed here before. In light of a recent incident where a dog was killed in Minnesota (see link below) it brings again to light the dangers posed to hunters and dogs from body gripping traps such as the conibear. From what I have learned through articles and such is they...
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    Packer fan deathwatch

    Just for you coot !!!! Come on man we miss ya.......:cheers:
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    Long range Varmint rifle

    Anyone in the market for a large caliber Varmint rifle? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xohy9gWz7kk&list=LLQWXZt9iwmgwNUHTostSU_Q&index=1&feature=plpp_video I would only be able to fire this rifle one time. After that the flinching would be so bad I wouldn't be able to hit the side of a barn.
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    2011 Crop harvest reports

    Here's a way to track the crop harvest each week as a new report comes out every 7 days. Just click on TXT or PDF next to the date for the latest report. http://www.nass.usda.gov/Statistics_by_State/Minnesota/Publications/Crop_Progress_&_Condition/index.asp
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    National anthem at Bears/Falcons game

    Did anyone see this yesterday? Man.... I got goose bumps listening. UNBELIEVABLE !! :thumbsup: In case you missed it here's a link and turn up your volume. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIO9DLe_-rY
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    Football is back and ready to roll.

    Another NFL season ready to kick off. Anyone have any predictions for Superbowl? I hate to say it but as of right now I see no reason the Packers could not repeat...:( Last nights Packers/Saints game was quite entertaining. With the exception of their defense, the offense looks like it is...
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    Collar ID Tag

    There seems to be varying opinions on what to include on an ID Tag. I have one riveted to the collar that just reads "If found please call" and then my home and cell number. The are those that say you should never include the dogs name on the tag. I've heard others put "Reward if found" plus a...
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    How many vaccinate for Lymes and or Lepto

    For those that vaccinate for either or both, has your dog ever experienced a reaction to either one?
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    Who Dove hunts?

    Anyone have any success dove hunting on public lands? I know the DNR supposedly had some WMA's specifically managed for doves. Can't seem to find a listing anywhere of which fields are managed or whether they have been successful or not?
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    Bryant McKinnie cut by the Vikings

    We'll.... I think it was a long time coming. Coming into camp overweight and unwilling to restructure his contract, which would have led to less money, the Vikings parted ways with #74. Too me Bryant never gave me the feeling that he really liked football, but certainly loved the lifestyle it...
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    Pheasants Forever needs your help to appose a moratorium on new land acquisitions

    Received this in an email from Pheasants Forever today. Dear Pheasants Forever Supporter, We need you to contact your state representative and senator in support of public land acquisitions! The Minnesota House of Representatives has adopted an amendment to put a one-year moratorium on...
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    Said goodbye to an old friend today

    With a heavy heart and watery eyes, I said my goodbye's to my old dog Nash today before I brought him into the vet for the final time. It's been some time coming as he developed severe arthritis in his spine and had trouble getting around. We tried to make him more comfortable in the last few...
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    two dogs dining

    This is hilarious. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVwlMVYqMu4
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    Gun Dog breeder/trainer directory?

    To Webguy or anyone else with a thought on the subject. From time to time you see posts from people looking for a breeder or trainer for their specific breed of choice. What do you think of putting together a breeder and or trainer directory. I belong to another forum which is basically a gun...
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    New gun dog show airing this march on Sportsman channel

    Finally a show about the dogs. Not many out there these days. I've been informed that there will be a brand new show airing on Sportsman channel beginning March 28th. The show is called Sporting Dog Adventures and the main focus will be on the dogs as apposed to the hunting part of the...
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    Steeler's vs Packers

    Give me your predictions and why as well as how you feel the game will be won. I'll start. Boy... this one is hard to pick for me. Both teams have solid defenses that put pressure on the QB. Offensively, the Packers probably have the edge as far as big play makers. The Steeler's win by doing...
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    Snow...snow...snow

    WOW! Another snownami drops another half a foot. This is getting kind of ridiculous. I mean I've lived in Minnesota all my life and I can't remember another December like this one. Don't mind the snow too much and at least we don't have the frigid temps right now, but what a wild start to...
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    Affects of stress during tough winters

    Question for you hard cores. What is everyone's opinion about pressuring (stressing) birds when conditions are as they are this late in the season ? Gotta be slim pickings out there for food and birds probably aren't putting on alot of fat because of that. Not so much worried about the...
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    Anyone hunting the sloughs yet?

    Just wondering if anyone has been out the last couple days with all the cold weather. wondering if the sloughs are froze up enough to walk.
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    snows a coming !

    First snow storm of the season and looks like it's going to drop a decent amount in a band from SW to NE. Perfect timing as I'm heading to SW MN Wednesday morning for a couple days and should making hunting a bit more interesting to say the least.
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