techo919
Button Buck
Hey all! I have hunted deer, bird, and coyote for many years now. However, one hunt I have always wanted to do but still have yet to do is to hunt feral swine, wild boars, feral hogs, wild pigs or what ever you want to call them The idea of helping an over population issue, plus harvesting delicious meat, along with greater flexibility on hunts (bag limits, seasons, etc), is all very appealing. Problem is, I have absolutely no idea where to start! Hopefully you guys can help me here. At the least, I'd like to get some pointers to some current, solid resources/guides. In the best case scenario, I could get a mentor or maybe even a hunting buddy for this. I live in Raleigh so the closer to that the better, but I would of course be willing to travel if needed.
I remember researching it over 4 years ago and at the time, I found GIS maps that graphed various hog population densities across North Carolina. That data of course is no longer current - but perhaps, still might have some relevance?
What do you all suggest on getting started? Is it realistic to hunt them on public game lands or do you need to find a private lease? For firearms I have both a 30-30 and 12 gauge as well as a crossbow -- I'm assuming all would be suitable to bring for a hog hunt?
Thanks in advance to any/all contributors =)
I remember researching it over 4 years ago and at the time, I found GIS maps that graphed various hog population densities across North Carolina. That data of course is no longer current - but perhaps, still might have some relevance?
What do you all suggest on getting started? Is it realistic to hunt them on public game lands or do you need to find a private lease? For firearms I have both a 30-30 and 12 gauge as well as a crossbow -- I'm assuming all would be suitable to bring for a hog hunt?
Thanks in advance to any/all contributors =)