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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Stevens model 56 .22 | 5/3/2008 |
| Q: I have recently come accross an old Stevens model 56 .22 rifle that is missing its magazine. I was ... A: Jason, Give Numrich Gun Parts a try at www.e-gunparts.com. You may also want to give a look to ... | |
| Will using a gun affect it's value. | 4/21/2008 |
| Q: I recently acquired an SKB Ducks Unlimited two barrel set in 20 Ga and 28 Ga. Shot gun. It is one of ... A: Paul, I have written several answers to this question ask by others in similar situations. You may ... | |
| 1886 winchester 33 | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: I own a model 1886 winchester 33 rifle. I was told I could no longer purchase cartridges for this ... A: Dana, It sounds like a very worthy project. Give Stars and Stripes Ammo Co. a try. I have had a ... | |
| lefever stock | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: Is it possible to order a stock for a lefever 12 gauge Double barrel? The only info I have is these ... A: Kevin, If same is possible you would probably find them at Numrich Gun Parts at www.e-gunparts.com. ... | |
| light loads, 30-06 | 3/7/2008 |
| Q: Do you have any experience with low recoil or managed recoil loads for the 30-06? I just pick-up an ... A: Mark, Very good question Mark and one that I seldom get here. Yes I do have experience with the ... | |
| Hunting | 2/24/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering what guage shotgun I should use for hunting duck and pheasent within $100 and $200 ... A: Jack, 12ga. with interchangeable choke tubes. You are going to be very hard pressed to locate any ... | |
| Hunting | 2/23/2008 |
| Q: Can you hunt duck with a rifle and if you can what would be the best rifle to hunt them with? A: Jack, The waterfowl hunting regulations are relatively detailed and are covered under both Federal ... | |
| Lefever shotgun | 2/16/2008 |
| Q: Can you inform me about the following shotgun? Lefever Nitro Special Serial Nbr. 194603 Ducks on ... A: Bob, Levfever Arms Co of Syracuse, NY. was founded by Dan Lefever in 1884. Dan L. pioneered many ... | |
| american bull dog | 1/30/2008 |
| Q: can i use modern ammo in the american bull dog revolver and can i use modern shells in a fox model ... A: Ken, Your question is a good one. Often times folks try to use high velocity (read-high pressure) ... | |
| american bull dog | 1/27/2008 |
| Q: 32 or .38 can you help me on what it may be worth and who makes it and basic information i also have ... A: Ken, The "American Bulldog" was a trade name used by the Iver Johnson Arms and Cycle Works on ... | |
| whitetail deer | 1/24/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering if you can help me with any tips you may have for scouting deer sign. Like if i see ... A: Successful deer hunting actually takes place 12 months a year. Initially that probably sounds ... | |
| squirl & whitetail hunting | 1/14/2008 |
| Q: Will squirl hunting on the same property at the same time as hunting whitetail deer have any affect ... A: Philip, If I were utilizing a particular woods for deer hunting I personally would not want to also ... | |
| Rabbit hunting | 7/1/2007 |
| Q: Hey there. A friend of mine have purchased a pair of high powered (1100+ feet per second) pellet ... A: Matt, Depending on the jurisdictions requirements/game laws that you are hunting in, it is usually ... | |
| june squirrel season | 6/2/2007 |
| Q: How do i keep squirrels when i kill them in this warm weather? Here in Virginia we have a season in ... A: Tanya, Your concerns about preserving the squirrel meat during the warm weather of the early season ... | |
| Feral hogs in Kentucky | 5/12/2007 |
| Q: I am a resident of Ky. and I have read in the state hunting guide that in most counties here that it ... A: Joe, Dale Hallow Lake W.M.A. which is approximately 3,000 acres located in Southern Cumberland and ... | |
| keeping decoys from frosting up | 1/30/2007 |
| Q: I would like to know the best way to keep my shell decoys from getting frost on them when the sun ... A: Edan, Yes, that can be a pain ! Most of the guys who hunt with me use water and windshield solvent ... | |
| 3.08 | 1/26/2007 |
| Q: how sufficient is a 308 for elk? what are the smallest grain bullets for the 308? A: Ryan, The 308 is an acceptable cartridge for hunting Elk. In fact, the .30-06 is probably one of ... | |
| squirrel hunting | 1/14/2007 |
| Q: i was wanting to know how to clean a squirrel after you kill it A: Jordan, It is a little difficult to explain without benefit of any visual aids but I'll give it a ... | |
| Field Dressing Rabbits | 12/3/2006 |
| Q: I am new to rabbit hunting and was planning to spend some time in the field hunting cottontails. I ... A: I recommend field dressing ( removing the entrails aka-guts) immediately after killing the rabbit. ... | |
| squirrel dogs | 11/12/2006 |
| Q: i would like to know if i can train a jack russell dog to tree squirrels. i have no previous ... A: Andrew, Yes, the Jack Russell can be trained to tree squirrels. I would suggest that you find ... | |
| bullet penetration | 10/28/2006 |
| Q: I am an 8th grader and i am doing a science fair project on if a bullets weight will affect its ... A: It sounds like a very interesting project and I'd be happy to help if I can. I'm not 100% sure of ... | |
| squirrel hunting | 10/3/2006 |
| Q: Do you know how to keep or preserve squirrel tails? What matrials are needed? how to do it? how ... A: If you want to keep it long term (as in not sending it Mepps for lures etc.) you'll need to preserve ... | |
| elk ammo | 9/28/2006 |
| Q: I am going elk hunting in Colorado in October. I am borrowing a 7mag from an uncle. Any ... A: I do not favor a paticular brand of ammo (today most all manufacture great ammo) but I do recommend ... | |
| whitetail deer rut in east texas | 9/26/2006 |
| Q: when do the whaittails go into rut in east texas and what is the best way to bag a nice buck? A: In general the rut can vary widely in Texas from North to South and East to West. You ask about ... | |
| Squirrel Dog Training | 9/7/2006 |
| Q: I would like to have Titles/Authors of how-to books on training dogs to hunt squirrels. I have a ... A: Hey Bubba, I think you will find what you need here. Squirrel Dog Basics by David Osborn published ... | |
| rub line | 9/6/2006 |
| Q: hi i have a real good rub line that goes right under my tree whats the best way to make the most of ... A: Personally speaking I would prefer that the rub line was not located directly under my stand. Too ... | |
| bear scare off deer | 6/16/2006 |
| Q: i hope you can help me out on this question. i own 20acr. in west va and i enjoy feeding deer, but i ... A: The deer will return but will go out of their way to avoid a confrontation with a bear. This holds ... | |
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Sid Lark
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Expertise
I can answer any questions concerning small game, big game, waterfowl hunting, and all realted questions concerning firearm and ammo selection for same. I also specialize in Black Bear hunting and can answer all related questions regarding same.
Experience
I have been hunting for over 35 years in both the U.S and Canada. I have hunted both large and small game throughout the Mid-West. I have over 30 years of experience hunting Black Bears and have assited other Bear hunters for various camps. I have been an Outdoor Skills / Hunter Education Instructor for 15 years. I have owned a gunshop for 10 years which allowed me to advise customers on firearm and ammo selection for the game they planned on pursuing. I have been a waterfowler for 30 years, hunting primarily along the shores of Lake Erie and related marshes
Organizations
Ohio Ducks Unlimited State Chairman. Life Member of the N.R.A. Life Member of the North American Hunting Club. President of Adams Conservation Club.
Publications
Ohio Ducks Unlimited "Duck Tales" newspaper. Outdoor Life and Field & Stream Web Blog/s.
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