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West Texas Quail Hunts
Proven Bobwhite Hunting Tactics
Sometimes participating in West Texas quail hunts is like looking into the side view mirror of your truck. What sports a warning "Objects may be closer than they appear."Same applies to bobwhites in a curious way. Since they may be closer than you expect too. Like lots closer and can sometimes explode into the air from under foot. Surprising the crap out of you no matter how much you anticipate it.
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Quail are almost found in groups or clusters of birds called coveys. When flushed they take to air and appear to be all wings and feathers at times. Causing hunters to rush their shots or to opt to flock shoot. Neither of which is a good way to put more birds in your game bag. Shooting range is hard to judge too. Since they're small they look farther away than they are. Which causes novice quail hunters to stop shooting too soon. Many wouldn't set foot in quail country without their pointer dog. Which are set loose to range about a hundreds yards ahead of the hunters. |
When going into the wind they can pick up the scent off the wind. And then explore likely cover.
When the dogs go on point, the hunter goes to where they are, advancing in the direction of the point. This will tend to cause the birds to fly straight away. Offering you the hunter your best shot.
Without a dog walk draws, ditches and brushy field corners and fence lines.
Follow these simple tips and enjoy more successful West Texas quail hunts.
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