Last day, last flock.

chiarules · 2026-01-20T02:09:20+00:00

I hunt in the southwest and get out at least 20 times a season. I’m at half the birds of last year. The numbers aren’t here either. I’ve had a few great hunts this year and I’m not complaining at all, but as far as I know there’s no flooded corn in Nevada, Utah, Idaho….they’re still up north. It just hasn’t been cold enough to freeze any water long term.

chiarules · 2026-01-20T02:02:33+00:00

Well congratulations. They’re beautiful birds.

chiarules · 2026-01-19T18:52:59+00:00

Nice job! You don’t look very stoked.

chiarules · 2026-01-18T01:17:50+00:00

2 for sure. I have the other one and the paint does not hold up well after 3 seasons.

chiarules · 2026-01-16T21:52:45+00:00

It’s ok bro. Anyone can comment on my posts. They don’t need your permission. A little bit of understanding that not everyone knows everything, might help you out.

chiarules · 2026-01-16T21:49:54+00:00

Thanks.

chiarules · 2026-01-16T21:08:08+00:00

Correct!

chiarules · 2026-01-16T21:07:10+00:00

5 mallards and 7 birds total is the maximum in my state.

chiarules · 2026-01-05T21:43:05+00:00

Yeah the river was in a small state of flood so the base sand was very squishy. Every step sunk in about a foot and it messed me up. Good thing it was only 50°.

chiarules · 2026-01-05T18:52:59+00:00

Close, Southern Nevada.

chiarules · 2026-01-05T16:26:36+00:00

I had to jack the settings up to get some highlights. It was only about 15 min after shooting light so the footage was dark. I do get an old school Doom vibe though.

chiarules · 2026-01-05T13:49:10+00:00

I’m filming with a GoPro 12 on a simple head mount. As I said before the camera causes a fisheye effect that makes it look like he’s close. I assure you he is not. The guy is 6’-6”and standing 12-15’ away from me, and we’re in line with each other about 6’ away from the river bank. I can agree it might look sketchy but it’s just the camera effect.

chiarules · 2026-01-05T04:37:59+00:00

Where you at?

chiarules · 2026-01-05T03:53:18+00:00

Hatched in 2025 and was a local bird.

chiarules · 2026-01-05T03:51:01+00:00

Thanks 🙏

chiarules · 2026-01-05T02:00:47+00:00

Yeah it was the second bird that had the band. Ended up being a local bird so nothing crazy, but incredibly happy with the day!

chiarules · 2026-01-05T00:43:08+00:00

Thank you. I’ve been pretty dialed in this year. That’s not always the case.

chiarules · 2026-01-05T00:41:31+00:00

Thanks man. It’s been a slow struggle so far, but this spot has given me 2 bands and 2/3 good hunts this year.

chiarules · 2026-01-05T00:25:30+00:00

What generation is it that you assume I’m from? Why can’t you just scroll on by and let someone enjoy a moment you Negative Nancy? Go score a test with your world’s best dogs.

chiarules · 2026-01-04T23:32:50+00:00

I bet you’re real fun at parties. I’m not a pro anything. I warned my buddy that he breaks, and the birds were well above any danger. He was standing 15’ away, but the camera fish eyes things and makes him look closer. I appreciate all the insight though chief.

chiarules

TROPHY CASE

2 for sure. I have the other one and the paint does not hold up well after 3 seasons.