Arizona Mearns Quail Hunting

[George "Scott" Davis]

Got home last night after 7 days of Mearns Quail Hunting. Coveys as a rule were 4-6 birds and really spread out with more pressure than I've experienced in 20 years. I would say below average year for over-all bird numbers, weather was outstanding with with the best dog work we've had in long time. My 21 month old Amercian Brit really shined and took several major steps forward being a finished bird dog.
Took total of seven dogs and needed them with a 7 day hunt. The entire group shots 16 guage with RST shells and both preformed well.
Time to rest before we head back the week of December.
Merry Christmas everyone.

[Opening Day]

Originally Posted by George Davis

Got home last night after 7 days of Mearns Quail Hunting. Coveys as a rule were 4-6 birds and really spread out with more pressure than I've experienced in 20 years. I would say below average year for over-all bird numbers, weather was outstanding with with the best dog work we've had in long time. My 21 month old Amercian Brit really shined and took several major steps forward being a finished bird dog.
Took total of seven dogs and needed them with a 7 day hunt. The entire group shots 16 guage with RST shells and both preformed well.
Time to rest before we head back the week of December.
Merry Christmas everyone.

Any pictures..... Sounds like a great time