Released Mallard Hunts

[Hogg]

How will said ponds distinguish wild from tame.

That's the point. Folks that do these shoots can't tell the difference.

[swampshooter]

That's the point. Folks that do these shoots can't tell the difference.

Exactly why I bring the point up. Most hunters in general can't tell the difference. Hell to be honest, I'm not sure I could distinguish a wild mallard from a tame one 100% of the time.

[darealdeal]

I am voting for number 3.... Reason is I am under the impression it is like a tower shoot. Few things I would like to see added to the possible regulation.
All birds purchased must be reported and all birds harvested.
Have to stay within the set season dates.
No wild birds allowed.
Would have to set a limit to amount of birds per hunter per shoot but main reason would make sure that each release is controlled and systematically almost 100% of the birds accounted for as even the most novice hunters can hit a flying chicken.
Would also have to come up with areas this is allowed within the state as to discourage wild birds from being taken.

A lot of things to consider when coming up with new regs that may not come to pass as some of the guys voting have skin in the game but I feel a tower like shoot is the only way to really regulate the amount of birds released vs birds taken and only allowing this in certain areas as to regulate the chance a wild bird is taken. If we don't allow them in areas that are known for attracting wild populations of waterfowl the chances for harvesting wild birds I would assume would go way down! None the less a lot to consider and discuss.

[SCswampCAT]

How will said ponds distinguish wild from tame.

They wont. They will shoot whatever comes in and the "guide" will say "leave those two in the woods...."

[JABIII]

I love the "guide" reference. I have met a few of those soyboy faggots calling themselves duck hunting guides around Rimini. The ones I met couldn't call a flock of migratory waterfowl into the trees at Lower Vallier if their very lives depended on it...

[DUCK BUSTER 68]

Is there no way to get an option for a complete ban on releasing waterfowl into the wild ? I know it would be an uphill battle unless usfws would get on board , but that would really be the only way to really cure the problem .

[BuckyTownsend]

I voted one but I think a combination of 1 and 3 would accomplish what the state needs

[Hogg]

I voted one but I think a combination of 1 and 3 would accomplish what the state needs

You make an excellent point.

[DoubleSprig]

voted option 3.
but with a stipulation that the hunt "sight" be enclosed, ensuring no entry of wild fowl or released birds escape.
(forgive me if this is how tower hunts operate, its public land only for me)

[wskinner]

I voted one but I think a combination of 1 and 3 would accomplish what the state needs

Bingo

[Hogg]

So. The 861 people that have viewed the thread without voting are:
(a) too stupid to realize Rep. Lowe put an offer to introduce a bill off a SC Ducks poll
(b) tammie hunter
(c) suffering from apathy and nonfeasance

[CurLee]

I've checked in a time or two to see where the poll sits. I suppose that counts as a view each time?

[JABIII]

I assume so, CurLee...

[Tater]

Is there no way to get an option for a complete ban on releasing waterfowl into the wild ? I know it would be an uphill battle unless usfws would get on board , but that would really be the only way to really cure the problem .

I quit reading right here as this is the only choice.

I would even go so far as to push for getting ESA protection for Mottled ducks as that’s the only way to usurp the bullshit we have in Columbia.

[coonsqualler01]

What is ESA?

[Tater]

Endangered Species Act.

[scatter shot]

I'd vote 1 and 3 and expect the legislation to pass.

[JCT]

I vote 3 in hopes of eliminating wild birds being drawn to tamie ponds. Even if they can’t shoot the wild birds, the live decoy effect will still be a factor in drawing birds away from those not hunting chickens.

[Southernduck]

I quit reading right here as this is the only choice.

I would even go so far as to push for getting ESA protection for Mottled ducks as that’s the only way to usurp the bullshit we have in Columbia.

Surely you jest...

[Hogg]

I assume so, CurLee...

I am not used to your modern ways.