Got a general question about the Lake Traverse Reservation. Can you hunt the WPAs, CREPs and private land that the South Dakota Public Hunting map shows to be on the Lake Traverse Reservation? Places like Bach game production area, Thompson WPA etc.
Good question. Much of that reservation is “checker boarded”, meaning there is land that is owned by the feds, state and private individuals. Anything listed on the map as the property types you listed is legal for you to hunt. Only when hunting on tribally owned land do you need a tribal license.
@@jcwoutdoors Thank you so much for replying. I've left messages for the reservation hunting & outdoor person as well as a state conservation officer for Watertown but have not heard anything. My son and I have been in Watertown for the past two days and have had pretty good luck (thanks to you). We are starting new traditions.
Do you use a wind muff on your GoPro? I have been thinking about it on and off to cut down on my heavy breathing noise and ambient noise while hunting, but I am cheap so $15 for a foam piece that may or may not work makes me think 😆
I've tried things in the past to cut down on the wind noise, but on this one, just reduced the overall sound in editing. If you find something that works, please let me know!
@@jcwoutdoors After talking with @TheBucketBoysIA about how they liked their wind muff, I ended up buying one on Amazon.. The one warning I got from them was that it will overheat your GoPro in warm weather. I imagine this also helps keep it warm it cold weather as well. I used it for the first time this weekend and it does cut out the ambient wind noise very well, but I could still hear myself talking and my heavy breathing (unfortunately).
Under those conditions I'd say a very successful outing for you lads. I'll second those comments on the wind---hunted through several of those generally with limited success---where a bird or two was a real accomplishment. Those birds scooting for a quarter of a mile before the vacuum noses showed up----those are epic. You guys keep up the great work and Merry Christmas to all!
Ugh. That wind! Fun, fun hunt nonetheless. Nice video. Glad you got enough for posterity, because my footage was mostly worthless. Now give us some snow & bring on the FM&SF!
Great works guys. 2025 I’m going to join y’all for a multi channel collaboration (Lord Willing). Let’s go ahead and come up with a marketable name and work out the TV deal to follow! Merry Christmas to you both and throw a bone to the puppies!
Great to see you two South Dakotans hunt. I’m a bit surprised that you guys had to use hand warmers. I don’t feel like a wimpy easterner anymore. Thanks.
You and Sage capitalized very well in those conditions! Nice hunt Lucas. I was feeling Sage was already off and running on the second rooster that Ace eventually ran into but hard to telling in that wind. Blows my mind you and Sage haven't hunted 4 hours in one day this year! WAIT, I just need a minute to dig some salt out of my wounds! ;) ;). Keep em coming as I and so many others really enjoy. Merry Christmas and be well.
She’s not far off! Sadly, it’s resulted in a ton of wind towers in our area. Not that I don’t like wind power, I just wish it was used for power locally. Anyway, hope you guys have a blessed holiday season!
@@raybishop3176 my son only likes egg whites, so she got to have some yolks and will open presents later! I typically hunt on Christmas Eve Day, but it has been pouring rain here since last night and I didn’t feel like getting soaked and running back before church.
Merry Christmas and a happy New year.
Likewise! Best wishes on a happy and profitable new year!
Wind makes it ruff when huntin any species - but its what we do - thanks for sharing
you both shoot, Brent inspects bird ,"yep, I shot that one in the right eye" lol, that lil fella is a crack shot with that sweet 16
Right?!?! Merry Christmas!
Got a general question about the Lake Traverse Reservation. Can you hunt the WPAs, CREPs and private land that the South Dakota Public Hunting map shows to be on the Lake Traverse Reservation? Places like Bach game production area, Thompson WPA etc.
Good question. Much of that reservation is “checker boarded”, meaning there is land that is owned by the feds, state and private individuals. Anything listed on the map as the property types you listed is legal for you to hunt. Only when hunting on tribally owned land do you need a tribal license.
@@jcwoutdoors Thank you so much for replying. I've left messages for the reservation hunting & outdoor person as well as a state conservation officer for Watertown but have not heard anything. My son and I have been in Watertown for the past two days and have had pretty good luck (thanks to you). We are starting new traditions.
@@davidshore6630 I’m really happy to hear that! Enjoy your time!
Do you use a wind muff on your GoPro? I have been thinking about it on and off to cut down on my heavy breathing noise and ambient noise while hunting, but I am cheap so $15 for a foam piece that may or may not work makes me think 😆
I've tried things in the past to cut down on the wind noise, but on this one, just reduced the overall sound in editing. If you find something that works, please let me know!
@@jcwoutdoors After talking with @TheBucketBoysIA about how they liked their wind muff, I ended up buying one on Amazon.. The one warning I got from them was that it will overheat your GoPro in warm weather. I imagine this also helps keep it warm it cold weather as well. I used it for the first time this weekend and it does cut out the ambient wind noise very well, but I could still hear myself talking and my heavy breathing (unfortunately).
@@tannerhamelau1543 Thanks for the feedback!
LOL !!!!!!!!
That wind is brutal for sure. Dogs did great in all that wind!
Thanks! I’d hunt snow and cold any day over winds like that!
That shot at the 21 minute mark looked like the rooster threaded the needle in your pattern with his head.
Right? I'm guessing it was actually a touch in front, but it's pretty neat to have the footage of the shot as it approaches the bird.
Great stuff. Thanks.
Thanks and Merry Christmas
Great video!
Thanks and Merry Christmas!
Great hunt fellas.
Thanks and Merry Christmas!
Under those conditions I'd say a very successful outing for you lads. I'll second those comments on the wind---hunted through several of those generally with limited success---where a bird or two was a real accomplishment. Those birds scooting for a quarter of a mile before the vacuum noses showed up----those are epic. You guys keep up the great work and Merry Christmas to all!
Merry Christmas to you, too! Wind is the toughest. Any bird is a victory. Take care!
Thnks for a great xmas video!
Thanks and Merry Christmas
Ugh. That wind! Fun, fun hunt nonetheless. Nice video. Glad you got enough for posterity, because my footage was mostly worthless. Now give us some snow & bring on the FM&SF!
Great works guys. 2025 I’m going to join y’all for a multi channel collaboration (Lord Willing). Let’s go ahead and come up with a marketable name and work out the TV deal to follow! Merry Christmas to you both and throw a bone to the puppies!
A slong as the weather forecast holds, we should be able to make the annual fest a good one!
Great to see you two South Dakotans hunt. I’m a bit surprised that you guys had to use hand warmers. I don’t feel like a wimpy easterner anymore. Thanks.
Haha. Nothing worse than a frozen trigger finger! My hands are always cold. Merry Christmas.
See there she is pointing again 🤷♂️😉 another great video!
She’s just thinking up how to flush it the best! Lol
Thanks and Merry Christmas
@@jcwoutdoors to you as well! May it be filled with great fellowship and joy! 😁
@@dyllanweelborg1212 likewise! Hope you’re recovering quickly!
Another awesome outing. Thanks so much for sharing. Merry Christmas.
Thanks and Merry Christmas
You and Sage capitalized very well in those conditions! Nice hunt Lucas. I was feeling Sage was already off and running on the second rooster that Ace eventually ran into but hard to telling in that wind. Blows my mind you and Sage haven't hunted 4 hours in one day this year! WAIT, I just need a minute to dig some salt out of my wounds! ;) ;). Keep em coming as I and so many others really enjoy. Merry Christmas and be well.
Thanks, Mike! Wishing the merriest of Christmases to you and your family. Tell Ilee that Sage says Hello!
I used to travel to your area for work, occasionally, my wife would join me, she said it was the windiest place on earth!
She’s not far off! Sadly, it’s resulted in a ton of wind towers in our area. Not that I don’t like wind power, I just wish it was used for power locally. Anyway, hope you guys have a blessed holiday season!
I bet you are the only one who forgot to chamber a shell 🙄(jk)
Haha, right? And it always comes to light on the easiest shot opportunity of the afternoon! Thanks and Merry Christmas
My bad, yes Merry Christmas, be sure and give Sage a good gift, she deserves it@@jcwoutdoors
@@raybishop3176 my son only likes egg whites, so she got to have some yolks and will open presents later! I typically hunt on Christmas Eve Day, but it has been pouring rain here since last night and I didn’t feel like getting soaked and running back before church.