Looks like the hogs really are a pain!!

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I knew it was bad - but this - wow. Lemme get on down there with some ''tools'' and help out - :evil:

Wild Hogs Mangling Fields In Texas

Associated Press

Wild hogs are mangling fields and pastures with their razor-sharp tusks. They`re wrecking ecosystems by wallowing in streambeds. They`re even killing and eating smaller animals. In short, the nation`s largest feral hog population is making a mess of Texas.

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P95carry, come on down and getcha some of these hawgs. :) They really do multiply faster than rabbits. Wouldn't eat them though, gosh they stink. Bring that Ruger SRH .454 of yours. Should do a number on them. Hopefully I'll get a chance to use mine soon. :(
 
It's true man. Many people are trying to come up with solutions. In the county where thaat coach got shot two weeks ago they offered a bounty of so much per set of hog ears but they quickly ran out of money.

It's really amazing what a bunch of hogs can do to a flat field overnight.

brad cook
 
Not interested in the eating but sure would like some good hunting!

Indeed, the .454 could well get some excercize, tho right now I would be also planning on some ''BFR experiments'' - not to mention some hotter loads thru the Ruger #1.

Oh boy - I wish - I really wish.

So - other prob anyways of course - where to stay etc .. plus it's a long haul. Last time down there was a trip to gun show in Dallas and then on - northbound.

Was it H&H Hunter a while back who bagged about 6 or more in one day? I forget!
 
There are two million feral pigs in Texas !!! They multiply rapidly and more and more states have them too !
 
They are everywhere.

You can go into any Dairy Queen or coffee shop in Texas where farmers/ranchers congregate in the mornings to drink coffee, and ask one or all of them if they have any problems with hogs. 99% will probably say yes, and then ask you when you are coming out to their place to kill them :).

Just my .02,
LeonCarr
 
Let me know when and I'll jump in the Bronco and drive on out.

Hey, how about a THR hog hunt hosted by one of them there Texans? :D
 
We've got them right here in Fort Worth. On several occasions I have seen one run accross the perimeter road in my neighborhood and every now any then somebody will smash into one. Plays hell on a pickup or car. Unfortunately discharging a firearm in the city limits is a big no no. :mad:

My wife saw one in a neighbors back yard and said "Oh look, they have a calf". :rolleyes:
 
Here in WI we have a list of farmers that will allow you to hunt deer on their land for free. I wonder if Texas has something similar?? I would love to come down for a long weekend and shoot a bunch of hogs.
 
You know what? It sounds like to me that we need to put together a trip to help Texas.

Wonder how mixing some Mosin Nagant M38 and plenty of surplus ammo would work on them? I think it would be a great combo to take care of a bunch of them.
 
Could you use archery instead? Seriously, would that be an option. I'm not a bow hunter, just trying to offer a suggestion.
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Using a bow might be an option for somebody that knows how to use it. Unfortunately that's not me. I'd probably hit a low flying airplane or something.
 
Was it H&H Hunter a while back who bagged about 6 or more in one day? I forget!
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P-95,

My record in one day with a rifle is 24 hogs.

Yes there is no shortage of these beasts in Texas. As far as them "stinking" yes that is true for the mature boars but the sows and young boars smell like fresh grass on a spring day and make for fine table fare! ;)
 
sows and young boars smell like fresh grass on a spring day and make for fine table fare!
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Agree. The ones I shot in Georgia made great breakfast sausage amongst other things.

Could you use archery instead
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Absolutely. I stuck 2 in Georgia using a bow. Just make sure you have a good climbing tree close by.

Lenny - How's about we carpool
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Plenty of room in the Bronco. :D
 
I've only seen them on my place once, but I have neighbors that are covered up with them. We don't grow any grain and they don't eat grass, so if any do come on our place, it's just to cross to a neighbor's wheatfield.
 
Guys, I live in DFW area and myself and a co-worker friend of mine are looking for a place to hunt hogs. Any suggestions?
 
I wanna go...I ain't ever been before. :)

I wanna take a small one, good for table fare with a 1911. Don't ask me why- just something I wanna do. Oh yeah, one or 3 of you guys back me up with a BIG bore in case daddy come's a running... :D

"all we saw of Steve was the soles of them boots of his..."

Humm...I get dibbs on Shooting Chris's .454. :p

Sigh...
 
Steve - if only it were all possible - mind you, you are way nearer than me! Given the chance - we could be well equipped with .454 and 45-70 ''tools'' ... for a start! Choices would be yours.

H&H - 24!! :p :eek: Oh my - did I ever remember wrong! That is getting close to a chore, no?!

Oh well - one day - maybe some rancher with a mega problem and loads of $$$$'s could ''employ my services'' ....... including travel cost! :rolleyes:
 
Ya know...a THR Texas style Meet and Greet would be nice. Meet the hogs and Greet them proper...

Be Sure to bring the BBQ Guns for the Shin-Dig afterwards... :D

Been meaning to head to my neighbor state after this semester is over.... ;)
 
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