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Southern California Club Xterra => Off Topic => Topic started by: RBduffer on March 19, 2017, 07:02:36 PM

Title: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: RBduffer on March 19, 2017, 07:02:36 PM
Hey guys, SteveC and Jordan showed me how to use my new camera with my old spotting scope.  So I tried it out on this Lucky Squirrel video. 
PS:  The camera has a microphone, who woulda thunk?!

102 yards
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBvCsWtje5g

After the vid is done, you can click on the screen for the Unlucky Squirrel @ 88 yds.
Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: fourxfunk on March 19, 2017, 07:11:41 PM
Yes, that looks like fun!  He's dancin'!
Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: Ghost65 on March 21, 2017, 07:34:39 AM
I fully support 2A agendas...but draw the line at the senseless killing of animals.  Just my opinion.

You can test accuracy just as easily on steel or paper IMO.

Hopefully you ate the squirrel...


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Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: beedee on March 21, 2017, 09:27:48 AM
......
Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: fourxfunk on March 21, 2017, 09:49:50 AM
They're disease carrying rodents.
Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: RBduffer on March 21, 2017, 11:41:58 AM
John, I always value your opinion.  And the senseless killing of anything is wrong.
 Most Farmers and growers agree that ground squirrels are horrible pests that need to be killed.  A bullet kills them faster and more humanely than poison, starvation or being eaten by a coyote.  They are a pest, like ants, that will never go extinct .  Having said that, I do enjoy the sport of the hunt, and I know, and respect that you don't.  I purposely posted only the 'Lucky' squirrel for those who might be offended by killing.  And offered the side note to those who are not. 
I know that you support the 2nd amendment as well as the 1st.  That is why I always respect your opinions, even when we disagree.
And that is what makes being an American so great.
Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: Ghost65 on March 21, 2017, 01:10:12 PM
John, I always value your opinion.  And the senseless killing of anything is wrong.
 Most Farmers and growers agree that ground squirrels are horrible pests that need to be killed.  A bullet kills them faster and more humanely than poison, starvation or being eaten by a coyote.  They are a pest, like ants, that will never go extinct .  Having said that, I do enjoy the sport of the hunt, and I know, and respect that you don't.  I purposely posted only the 'Lucky' squirrel for those who might be offended by killing.  And offered the side note to those who are not. 
I know that you support the 2nd amendment as well as the 1st.  That is why I always respect your opinions, even when we disagree.
And that is what makes being an American so great.

First...apologize for my debatably over sensitive reaction.

"Senseless" killing was an overstatement...and after reading your post, agree with the humane assessment of the situation.

Christ...I worked at Home Depot in what folks affectionately referred to as the "killing" aisle where all the poison in the world could be procured, WITH NO 10 DAY WAITING PERIOD.

I won't delete my words...but do modify my opinion of the posted video.

Thanks guys.


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Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: RBduffer on March 21, 2017, 02:38:21 PM
No worries John. 
Killing animals will always be, and should be a sensitive issue.  I trusted the folks on this site to,at least, see my side of it, if not fully enjoy my video.  Thanks for your open thoughts and communication.

Now, about you using the Lords name in vain.... :D
Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: Ghost65 on March 21, 2017, 04:45:16 PM


Now, about you using the Lords name in vain.... :D

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I feel better already...



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Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: Celt on March 21, 2017, 05:31:19 PM
I was about to pop a bowl of popcorn and sit back to watch.
Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: RBduffer on March 21, 2017, 07:30:11 PM
Nothing to see here Erik, move along ;)
Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: Celt on March 21, 2017, 08:31:41 PM
Nothing to see here Erik, move along ;)

  No E-ticket ride............... dangit. In all truth that's what I really like about this not-a-club is we may have differences of opinion but were willing to come to a solution or at least respect with a high regard each others opinions. I can't say that for other groups or even friends. This is a solid place to be with a solid group of guys.
Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: Ghost65 on March 21, 2017, 08:59:35 PM
  No E-ticket ride............... dangit. In all truth that's what I really like about this not-a-club is we may have differences of opinion but were willing to come to a solution or at least respect with a high regard each others opinions. I can't say that for other groups or even friends. This is a solid place to be with a solid group of guys.

Best thing to come out of this thread...well said.


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Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: RBduffer on March 22, 2017, 01:17:14 PM
You guys are right.  I'll save my hunting posts for my hunting sites.  I just got all excited about my new combo :-[
Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: SCUBA_Dale on March 23, 2017, 12:33:34 AM
You guys are right.  I'll save my hunting posts for my hunting sites.  I just got all excited about my new combo :-[
I would like to know exactly what you hunt in CA...Coming from a fellow Hunter from the east coast...

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Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: RBduffer on March 23, 2017, 10:05:49 AM
We got nothing compared to the East coast.  And only about half as much as northern Cal.  Mostly varmints: squirrel, rabbit and coyote.  For game we have some Mule Deer and less Fox and Bobcat.  We have some game birds, but I don't know much about that.  No pigs, the government kills them for us.   The Mountain  Lion is protected in this state.  Lead ammo is banned in most areas so check the regs.  When your ready to go stomping around, let me know.
Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: knightrider on March 27, 2017, 10:14:48 AM
lead ammo is banned for all hunting in CA FYI.
Title: Re: Gettin' Squirrely
Post by: RBduffer on March 27, 2017, 11:09:04 AM
"According to the department’s website, the state limited the use of lead projectiles in 2008 and then state lawmakers passed a law in October 2013 to eliminate the use of lead ammo for hunting anywhere in the state by July 1, 2019. The three-part plan was determined to be the least disruptive for hunters."

Right now, you can't use lead in Condor areas, any bird hunting or big horn sheep and some other crap..  The final phase of the ban will go into effect in 2019 when lead will be banned for all hunting.