Hunting experience

ibstar

I've been thinking of a weekend away and hunting came into my mind.
My father has done it before, but not in Ireland.
Is there such thing as Hunting trips/holidays in Ireland?
I don't have any gun/firearms cert or don't own any guns/firearms.
If there is such weekend activities, where are they found in Ireland around Dublin?
I've watched deer hunting videos before and this is something I want to try.
Wouldn't mind pheasant hunting ether. Not really interested in rabbit hunting because I don't really like rabbit meat.

Any feedback is welcome.

thank you.

valerossi

Probably clay pigeon shooting is what your looking at lad, i don't no of any place around that would take you out on an actual shoot but maybe someone else does. Clay shooting is fun you will enjoy it alright you'll shoot til your shoulder is numb then knock another few out for good measure. Plus we can't touch cock phesent til November and their not fair game for any old person

ibstar

That's a pity
I've seen clay pigeon shooting being offered before at work,but whats the fun in that (they're not eatable).

dodderangler

ibstar wrote: »

That's a pity
I've seen clay pigeon shooting being offered before at work,but whats the fun in that (they're not eatable).

Not always about eating
Clay pigeon shooting is very fun and different ways the clays are put offer a challenge
Don't knock it till you try it
Not as easy as you think

valerossi

ibstar wrote: »

That's a pity
I've seen clay pigeon shooting being offered before at work,but whats the fun in that (they're not eatable).

Its very fun and challenging. Its very unlikely that your gona legally lay your hands on a firearm any other way.

ibstar

will have to give it a go. hopefully the weather stays clear.

ibstar

wasn't about the shooting part in general. was looking for an outdoor weekend away with the game being cooked in the evening to go along with beers
Doubt I'll talk the missus into going clay hunting as a romantic getaway

Cass

Deer, pheasant, duck, etc (most game meats) are not in season so until September & November you are kinda out of luck.

Clays are not a bad idea in terms of getting you a few shots, and a fun day out. There are hunting weekends available however due to the nature of the gun laws in Ireland most require the people involved to have their own firearms, but it is not always the case. A quick Google search for "Hunting trips/weekends in Ireland" will give you some possibilities. I cannot vouch for any hence the Google search idea.

They can be costly, but more times than not accommodation, etc is included. If you or your Father has any old contacts that still shoot i would recommend getting them in contact and organising a day out even for some rabbit. It'll get you accustomed to the etiquette of hunting/stalking, and general firearm safety.

One shot on kill

We were all talking about a programme on telly not so long ago " kill it cook it eat it".

They were in a place in the UK were they done all this sort of thing and the estate them were on ran hunting trips. I know the UK might be a bit costly but it might be what your looking for. They will have seasons on all there game to.

GinjaNinja

Funny this, I watched that "kill it, cook it, eat it" the other night on RTE 2. Second time i'd seen it and its stirring the hunter in me again.

As said most game is out until september/november. Looks like most places in Ireland require you to own your own gun.
Will have to look into he UK ones.

If anyone has ever done anything like this it would be great to hear any more advice on guns licenses and places that offer hunting experiences.

ibstar

Thank you all for helpful replies and suggestions

aaakev

Buy a cheap shotgun and get some permissions to shoot or join a gunclub, you could make it a hobbie and have your own gun for less than the weekend away your lookin for

ibstar

I have 2 kids at home. I wouldn't feel safe having a firearm at home, even if the parts are kept separate etc. Is there such thing as keeping the firearm locked in a safe outside a house?

aaakev

My own personal view on this is dont let it be a novelty, take away their curiosity and teach them how to use it properly and safely. My 5 yr old has been out shooting with me a few times and knows how to strip and clean my guns and check thwy are safe ect, only done under strict supervision of course but he likes helping me clean them after iv been out. They are locked in a safe, in a locked room and the keys are with me all the time, the spare keys are in another safe in another house.

But to answer your qusetion, yes, your local gun dealer should offer storage for about €50 a year, you can take the gun out when ever you want to use it and leave it back when your done.

valerossi

Exactly firearms are as safe as you want them to be, accidents only happen when you get complacent and with the correct mind set and approach from day one accident cant happen. As regards buying you can get up and running for about 600 euro but i suggest joining a club not just getting a limited license because in clubs you have centuries of combined knowledge to learn from.

ibstar

great thanks for the suggestions.

aaakev

valerossi wrote: »

i suggest joining a club not just getting a limited license because in clubs you have centuries of combined knowledge to learn from.

You dont have to get a limited licence if your not in a club. Iv never been in a club, i learned by getting out and doing research and making friends. Clubs never appealed to me personally, too much politics and not enough shooting

valerossi

aaakev wrote: »

You dont have to get a limited licence if your not in a club. Iv never been in a club, i learned by getting out and doing research and making friends. Clubs never appealed to me personally, too much politics and not enough shooting

ha id agree with that but where would you start being a new gun so much to learn about load, shot, chokes, shouldering, maintenance, cleaning quarry, safe discharge and so so much more

aaakev

valerossi wrote: »

ha id agree with that but where would you start being a new gun so much to learn about load, shot, chokes, shouldering, maintenance, cleaning quarry, safe discharge and so so much more

I had yrs of rifle experience from the rdf but shotguns were new to me when i got mine a few years ago. Learnt everything from the internet as regards the right loads for the right job ect, safety wise its all the same.

I do agree tho a club might be good idea if you have little or no experience or have no one to show you the ropes

valerossi

So ibstar its up to you their if ya want to join the savages up the field murdering harmless rabbits doing noting only eating grass or stay with the civilised folk ha:-) id suggest join us were lovely really_:-)

ibstar

valerossi wrote: »

So ibstar its up to you their if ya want to join the savages up the field murdering harmless rabbits doing noting only eating grass or stay with the civilised folk ha:-)

rabbit=meat=good goes good on barbecue with simple marinade like mayo+salt+onions+pepper+lemon
deer=venison=gourmet meat=very good marinaded with some spices and teriyaki sauce, wrapped in bacon strips, fried all around and put into oven. I usually add some mayo if I'm marinading over night to allow meat absorb fat, in order to cook through properly, especially if I'm making a barbecue from venison.
So I don't mind my meat being "murdered" prior to getting onto my plate

dodderangler

valerossi wrote: »

So ibstar its up to you their if ya want to join the savages up the field murdering harmless rabbits doing noting only eating grass or stay with the civilised folk ha:-)

Civilised folk with their Internet and being on discussion forums and what not
:rolleyes:
Damn yuppie city folk

valerossi

ibstar wrote: »

rabbit=meat=good goes good on barbecue with simple marinade like mayo+salt+onions+pepper+lemon
deer=venison=gourmet meat=very good marinaded with some spices and teriyaki sauce, wrapped in bacon strips, fried all around and put into oven. I usually add some mayo if I'm marinading over night to allow meat absorb fat, in order to cook through properly, especially if I'm making a barbecue from venison.
So I don't mind my meat being "murdered" prior to getting onto my plate

and you get use to ****ing lead pellets to ha and contrary to some believes its much more humane to kill your food.... because they don't feel you eating them.

ibstar

valerossi wrote: »

because they don't feel you eating them.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNy8MUPOAtQ

valerossi

ibstar wrote: »

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNy8MUPOAtQ

Ha she is one dirty bitch, think i like it:-)

dodderangler

Rotten b1tch . I draw the line at eating that sh1t and I'd usually eat anything
Eat a cobras heart in Philippines last year after skinning it and eat the heart while it was still pumping
Weird feeling going down me neck and feeling it still beating

ibstar

dodderangler

dodderangler

ibstar wrote: »

dodderangler

Just copped it
May aswell go get me nails done now ffs

aaakev

If she will put a live octopus in her mouth and eat it just imagine what else she would do!!

One shot on kill

valerossi wrote: »

Ha she is one dirty bitch, think i like it:-)

Never mind she looks like a fair bird did she get a body like that from octopus.

aaakev wrote: »

If she will put a live octopus in her mouth and eat it just imagine what else she would do!!

Imagine ye. If she started chewing like she did on the octopus there could be trouble.

BillyMitchel

I've lived in Korea and I have to say live octopus is pretty tasty, bit chewy sometimes but if it's chewed properly you shouldnt feel it wriggle around your belly!!

OP did you find anywhere?

cruisedub1

ibstar wrote: »

I have 2 kids at home. I wouldn't feel safe having a firearm at home, even if the parts are kept separate etc. Is there such thing as keeping the firearm locked in a safe outside a house?

I suggest you find something else to do to occupy your time . If you dont feel safe having a firearm around then hunting is not for you .

GinjaNinja

Hi all,

I contacted ALTNAHARRA hotel in Scotland regarding hunting trips,sometihn akin to Cook it Kil it Eat it.
The offer no such service or know of others doin similar services
My Question was

"The idea being to learn how to safely, shoot, kill and butcher and eat a game bird or possible Stag."


Here is there exact response
"
Hello Chris
Thank you for your enquiry. We only do normal stalking around here, I do not think any one on the local estates would do what you are looking for. Any deer shot go away to a game dealer so the opportunity to eat it is taken away. Basic Stag Stalking is around £500 + per day per person you would then have to put on top of that accommodation and food.
Regards Becy
Manager"


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