Have You Been Snipe Hunting Lately?

Snipe hunting is an outdoor tradition that has been passed on through the years.

The best thing about snipe hunting is that’s you don’t need a firearm to hunt snipe. All you really need is a burlap sack or even a well-made pillowcase.

The elusive snipe is far from easy to catch. However, it’s a North American delicacy like none other. So if you do manage to “bag one,” you’re in for a treat.

According to an article from whhoonew.com here’s how it’s done:

The Details on Snipe Hunting:

Technically, you’re supposed to have a snipe hunting license. Stop in at your local hardware store and ask about purchasing one if you plan to take up snipe hunting regularly.

If you happen to be on a camping trip, you should feel free to participate in a snipe hunting excursion as long as at least one member of the party has a license and you do not exceed the bag limit for that day.

What You Will Need:

A burlap sack or large pillow case

Two round stones about the size of a baseball

A whistle or better yet an official snipe call

Flashlight

A really big stick

There are many methods for bagging a snipe. The best thing you can do is follow the advice of the group of snipe hunters taking you out. It’s likely they know the behavior of the birds in that particular area.

The ideal time to go snipe hunting is well after sundown, and moonless nights are best. This is simply to help you hide from the birds.

The first step is to attract them by mimicking the sounds of other snipe. They are very social creatures especially late in the evening.

Now if you’ve followed this story this far…Gotcha!!!

Snipe hunting is actually a ridiculous practical joke. If you already knew that – we hope you got a laugh. If you didn’t – we may have saved you from some serious humiliation.

Those pulling off the prank will go to great lengths to persuade their victims this is a real activity. They will pretend to see snipe and discreetly toss stones to make a noise in the woods, causing the victims to believe there really are creatures running around the forest floor.

Good luck and happy hunting!!!

Thanks to the folks at whoonew.com for content in this article.