Makintrax73
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Last fall was rough on the farm. My farmer mowed most of my CRP without asking so he could spray for thistle. Saw 2 nice coveys opening weekend despite lack of cover on the majority of the property. Then a heavy wet snow hit and smashed what was left _flat_ as a pancake. Never saw another bird.
I've spent three days sweating my but off. Spraying brome, interseeding a bit, and using a small rototiller to plant some NWGs in small areas. Frankly it got to feeling a little like useless effort......until Friday. I was working an area into a NWG experiment patch when I heard Mr. Bobwhite calling and another bird answer back.
Just had to stand there and smile for a minute and listen. Hopefully they're making babies soon!!
I've spent three days sweating my but off. Spraying brome, interseeding a bit, and using a small rototiller to plant some NWGs in small areas. Frankly it got to feeling a little like useless effort......until Friday. I was working an area into a NWG experiment patch when I heard Mr. Bobwhite calling and another bird answer back.
Just had to stand there and smile for a minute and listen. Hopefully they're making babies soon!!