#texas hog hunting

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Best Times and Seasons for Hog Hunting in Texas

Feral hogs have become a significant problem across Texas, wreaking havoc on farmlands, ranches, and natural ecosystems. With a population estimated at over 2.6 million, these invasive animals have earned their place as the most destructive wild animals in the state. For hunters, however, this population explosion means opportunity. Texas hog hunts provide a thrilling, year-round adventure, allowing hunters to engage in the battle against these destructive pests while enjoying the thrill of the chase.

But when is the best time to plan your Texas hog hunts? While hog hunting is available year-round, certain times of the year and specific conditions can enhance your chances of a successful hunt. This guide will explore the ideal times and seasons for hog hunting in Texas, factoring in environmental conditions, the feral hogs' habits, and various hunting methods, including unlimited hog hunts offered by many ranches across the state.

Overview of Texas Hog Hunts

Feral hogs are not native to Texas but have adapted well to the state’s diverse environments. As a result, hog hunting is a popular and practical solution for controlling the growing population. One of the key reasons Texas is a prime location for hog hunts is that there are no bag limits or closed seasons on hogs. This means you can hunt them anytime, making them a year-round hunting option. Many outfitters even offer unlimited hog hunts, where hunters can pursue as many feral hogs as they can find during their trip. This aspect of the hunt is especially appealing to avid hunters who enjoy the thrill of frequent action in the field.

While hog hunting is legal all year, some times and conditions are better than others, depending on the method you choose and your desired hunting experience.

Best Seasons for Hog Hunting in Texas

Hogs in Texas are highly adaptable creatures. They can survive in harsh conditions, from the arid brushlands of West Texas to the humid swamps of East Texas. Understanding how their behavior changes throughout the seasons can significantly improve your hunting success.

1. Winter (December to February)

Winter is often considered one of the best times for Texas hog hunts. During this time, cooler temperatures make hunting more comfortable for both hunters and dogs. Feral hogs are also more active during the day in cooler weather, giving hunters more opportunities to track and locate them.

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Stop comparing 300 Blackout to 7.62x39.

Yes, the story goes that people were trying to make the 5.56 cartridge have ballistics closer to a 7.62x39. However, cartridge has ballistics that are actually closer to a 30 carbine. That's fine, but it's not a 7.62x39. The ol soviet round is pretty much the 308 Winchester's little brother. Except the 308 Winchester is doing 2400fps with a 178gr projectile, while the 7.62x39 is doing it with a 123 gr round. (with a 16" barrel). The 300 blackout is can barely hit 2300 fps with a 110gr projectile. The 30 carbine, does about 2100 fps with a 110gr round - and people complained about the efficacy of that round, comparing it to a 357 magnum.

Don't get me wrong, every cartridge mentioned above is a great cartridge and each has its own pros and cons and I would feel comfortable shooting some sort of hog with each. But a 300 blackout is not a 7.62x39. It's more like a 30 carbine.

[9x19-balaclava]

A WILD HOG THAT SOME FRIENDS KILLED.

C. 2024

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Wild hogs are destroying everything in Texas, and around the world many ecosystems face similar problems. Is killing invasive species and serving them for dinner the best solution?

#planeta #invasiveanimals #hoghunting

We're destroying our environment at an alarming rate. But it doesn't need to be this way. Our new channel Planet A explores the shift towards an eco-friendly world — and challenges our ideas about what dealing with climate change means. We look at the big and the small: What we can do and how the system needs to change. Every Friday we'll take a truly global look at how to get us out of this mess.

Credits:

Reporter: Amanda Coulson-Drasner

Camera: Ryan Dowling

Video Editor(s): Amanda Coulson-Drasner

Supervising Editor: Michael Trobridge, Malte Rohwer-Kahlmann

Many thanks to Dai Due restaurant in Austin, Texas, and to Kurt Wilkin, owner of Skol Ranch.

Read more:

Feral hogs in Texas:

https://feralhogs.tamu.edu/

Feral hogs in USA:

https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/t...

Invasive lionfish:

https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/southe...

Invasive species around the world (IPBES Report):

https://www.ipbes.net/IASmediarelease

100 of the world’s worst invasive species: https://portals.iucn.org/library/site...

Chapters:

Intro: 00:00

Hog history: 00:54

Other invasive species: 02:56

Hunting: 04:16

Other methods: 06:25

Cooking and eating: 07:01

Conclusion: 10:13

[quaranmine]

at least when im in the country all i have to hear at night is coyotes howling or my neighbor having a mildly concerning shooting spree (presumably?? at hogs)

in the city i just have people drag racing down the road by me all the time 😭😭😭

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Texas Hogs

Last March, my mom, aunt, and cousin set out on a road trip to Texas, to visit my other cousin and embark on our first hog hunt. It was an unforgettable experience. Armed with rifles and a map, we set out before dawn, eager to track down some big hogs. After hours of walking rugged terrain, we finally encountered a wild hog, and our hearts raced with excitement. A few shots later, with heavy hearts, we missed. It was still an amazing experience that not many people can say they have encountered. Our adventure ended with us eating amazing food that my cousin's dad had smoked for us all day. After we played games and reflected on the bond we shared and the memories we had made in the Texas countryside.

[dougielombax]

If YOU have been ambushed and/or injured/attacked by 30 to 50 feral hogs, then you may be entitled to compensation!

(And possibly a free high-powered rifle)

Jokes aside this is probably a real ad in Texas or some other such places in America.

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When man began hunting hogs with dogs, things were very simple. Most likely, it was a man armed with a spear or bow and whatever canine or canines he could find to run and bay the hog. Once the hog was held at bay, the hunter would sneak in and attempt to kill the hog with crude weaponry. The prey had to be close and occupied by the dog so the hunter could execute the kill. If the hunter failed, he didn’t eat. It was that simple.

Today, it’s still a man and his dog, but that’s where the similarities end. The modern pack of hog dogs has specialists. You have the “bay” dogs—usually black mouth curs—whose job it is to find the hogs either by trailing or winding them and then to get them stop. This is generally accomplished when the hogs feel that they are in a good position to defend themselves. I have seen hogs take to a stock tank, river, creek, cave, culvert, or brush pile, but usually just a thicket. Then you have the “catch” dogs that are led in and released so they do not have to run very far before reaching the hogs.

The catch dogs are usually strong and compact, with some bulldog breeding, the most popular being the American pit bull terrier. While these dogs are quick, their conformation is not for running long distances especially while wearing a Kevlar vest with which most hunters suit their catch dogs before turning into a bay.

In addition to the vest, all dogs are equipped with a GPS collar, so the hunter knows the location of the dog at all times. Not only will the collars give the dog’s location, they give the hunter the ability to discipline the dog by electrical stimulation from over a mile away.

Today, most hog hunters running dogs hunt from specially equipped utility task vehicles (UTVs) making it quicker and easier to get to the bay and over rugged and brushy terrain. Many have trailers built to haul the dogs and all their specialty equipment, feed and water as well as room to haul the UTV. In addition to the custom trailer, you need a ¾ ton four-wheel drive truck to tow the loaded trailer. This can be a very expensive habit.

Many times I have described hog hunting with dogs as “controlled chaos.” The better the dogs, the chaos is more controlled.

—Gary Roberson

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Essential Tips To Load Your Daypack When Going On Day Hunts In Texas

Hunting is filled with invigorating adventures, and hunting in the Texas region is far more exciting and often offers you a refreshing and delightful experience. Whether a newbie hunter or an experienced one, packing the right hunting tools and gear for your day hunts in Texas can be challenging. Read More: https://www.texashuntranch.com/blogs/news/essential-tips-to-load-your-daypack-when-going-on-day-hunts-in-texas

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Introduction

We get phone calls from people who are looking to book their first hog hunt, and it’s one of our favorite parts of the job. Hog hunting is different from other types of hunts, and the hog hunting business is a bit different. As time goes on, we collect all the questions that we get and add them up in this article. Our goal is to summarily answer any question that a first time hog hunter may have.

What are the Main Types of Hog Hunts in Texas?

Feeder-blind hunts and spot and stalk hunts are the most common. There are also spear hunts, dog hunts and helicopter hunts among others. With a feeder-blind hunt, you essentially rent out a blind that is positioned near a feeder and wait for the hogs to come in. You may see us affectionately refer to these as a rent-a-blind hunt. Some may consider sitting in a blind a downside because you don’t jump straight into the action. However, sitting and relaxing in a blind has its own merits. Without a doubt you can learn the most about hogs from this type of hunt. You’ll observe which non-target animals come up to the feeder and which go away. You’ll notice how some of those animals react to hogs. You’ll see the hogs coming in and observe their behavior. You’ll also get a brief glimpse into the social structure of the hogs.

Spot and Stalk Hunt

A spot and stalk hunt, or simply a stalk hunt, is one in which there are multiple areas where the hogs may be. You travel to those areas throughout the night to hunt hogs that show up. Those areas may have feeders, or they may simply just have crops that the hogs like. Stalk hunts tend to be a little bit more expensive due to the cost of having to burn gas traveling around, but you significantly increase your chances of seeing hogs.

Helicopter Hog Hunts

This is exactly what it sounds like. You go in a helicopter and shoot at large groups of hogs. This is by far the highest-yield form of hunting. It is also by far the most expensive. Not necessarily because it’s a bucket list item – like skydiving – but because it is just plain expensive to operate a helicopter. One thing to keep in mind is that helicopters move in multiple directions in the air. If you get motion sickness, you may find that a challenge.

Hog Hunting with Dogs

The dogs will track down the hogs, and bay dogs will corner the hog and bark at them. A catch dog can then grab a hog by the ear and hold it down until the hog can be dispatched – typically with a knife. Why a knife? Because you don’t want to be firing a gun at a hog while dogs are surrounding it. This is an intense form of hunting, and it is not for the faint of heart. It also gets criticized online because it appears brutal in videos on the internet, and because there is inherent danger posed to the dogs. HOWEVER, for holistic population management, you need to use every tool in your toolkit. This is an important tool because it may be the only way to get a very smart hog – especially a lone boar – in some landscapes.

Spear Hunts

This is a rarer type of hunt that’s done from a tree or raised platform. A hunter sits in a tree – or raised platform – and waits for the hogs to come in. Once a hog is below, a spear is dropped, killing the hog. It goes without saying that this carries the additional risk of falling. You might laugh, but falling from a stand or tree is still the most common hunting injury.

What Kind of Hog Hunting Guides Are There?

Guides will fit into two categories; those that hunt on their land, and those that hunt on others’ land. If a guide is offering hunts on his or her property, that’ll usually be a feed-blind hunt. Though, they may still offer a stalk hunt. Stalk hunts are very common with guides that have arrangements with multiple landowners to hunt their properties. Both are good options for hunting opportunities. There are obviously also high-fenced ranches. These are ranches in which the fence is to keep the animals IN rather than keep people OUT. Some folks complain about the sportsmanship of hunting animals in a high-fenced operation. We don’t judge because 95% of the land in Texas is privately owned, so for some people, a high-fenced operation may be the only chance they have at hunting. However, many high-fence operations like to buy caged hogs and release them into their operation, and that is very counterproductive for managing the hog population.

How Many Hogs Am I Going to See on a Hunt?

Will you see 30-50 feral hogs? Maybe, but not always. The internet is full of pictures and videos of people stacking piles of hogs and easily taking 5+ hogs in under a minute. That does happen because hogs do travel in big groups a lot of times. However, you won’t always get the whole group out there. Typically, a few hogs come in, and then some more, and then some more. You have to be patient and you can’t let them scent you. An area can also have multiple sounders of hogs, so you may not see the same group of hogs come in - and some sounders are bigger than others. We hate to say it, but you may also see zero hogs – because it’s a hunt! Hog behavior can change based on variables like the temperature, weather fronts, hunting pressure, and food sources. That being said, coming up on a group of hogs that’s 20+ in headcount is not uncommon at all in Texas – especially in some areas. When it does happen, it truly is a completely different experience. That’s not to belittle the experience when less hogs come in. If you have 30 hogs, you have 30 highly intelligent scent detectors whose life depends on identifying your presence; and they can do that very quickly. Also, the really big mature boar that’s going to make for an amazing wall mount, isn’t as likely to come in with that big group. So set realistic expectations and prepare to enjoy the experience regardless of how many hogs show up.

Can I Bring My Own Gun on a Guided Hog Hunt?

Quite often, you can bring your own gun. If you are flying, you should check with your airline to confirm the process and check the laws in your area, especially for NFA items. However, you should really consider whether you actually want to bring your gun. Is your gun going to be sighted in by the time you get there? Will you have nighttime optics on your gun ready to go? If, a gun is included or costs a little extra, it may be worth it to save you the hassle. Not to mention, it's always nice to try new calibers, cartridges, guns, optics, etc. If you’re offered a thermal scope and you’ve never used one before, that’s something to consider because it’s another bucket-list item. If you ARE going to bring your gun, make sure you discuss that with the guide to confirm that you’ll have time and a place to sight in and get the gun ready if you need to.

Can I Bring Back the Hog Meat?

Usually, you can bring the meat back. If you think that you might want to do that, you should discuss it with the guide. There may be an additional cost for the guide to process the meat, which is certainly understandable. If you’re a seasoned hunter, they may also let you do it yourself. With hogs, a lot of people use the “gutless method” which does not require gutting or skinning the animal. It will give you the hams, shoulders, backstraps, and maybe the tenderloins. It is a quick and efficient method. If you’re traveling home by plane, then you want to check with your airline about their checked luggage policy. Most airlines will be ok with meat in a cooler as checked luggage, but they may have specific requirements about how it's packed and what kind of ice to use.

What Do I Need to Bring?

That's always a good question to ask the guide since we don't know their specific hunt. However, it's always a good idea to bring food, water, appropriate footwear, and whatever layers of clothing will be appropriate for the weather. Remember that it can get pretty cold at night.

Do I Need to Wear Camo?

Even if you're hunting at night, hogs do like to start moving right before the sun goes down, so you may still take some shots in the daytime. However, if you stay away from blue, white, or any other bright colors, you'll probably be fine. Then again, if you're going to bring some clothes that are designated to get bloody, then they may as well be camo - heck, that's a hunting tradition! There's no need to buy $300 scent-blocking shirts, though. Just keep the wind in your face and avoid putting on cologne, perfume, or an excessive amount of old spice.

How Much does a Hog Hunt Cost?

As with everything in the post-COVID era, the price of hog hunts has gone up a little bit. Today, we typically see hog hunts starting at $250 per night per hunter. Stalk hunts will cost a little more. It’s common for gear rental to cost extra, but a lot of times it is included as well. Processing the meat may cost extra as well. You shouldn’t have to pay for trophy fees or pay per pound (except for meat processing). You shouldn’t have to pay per hog you kill unless the base price is under $250. In general, paying more for killing more hogs is not a good practice because it discourages killing more hogs! Most times, deposits are not refundable because a cancellation costs the guide the opportunity to do business with someone else. Also, remember that these are REAL hunts, so there are no guarantees.

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helicopter hog hunting right next to that guy (in the town i live in lol) is also really expensive but I wanna do it once i get my degree. they let you full auto belts through an m240 from the skies

man i can almost guarantee you the cost is from the helicopter and the machine gun. anything to do with a helicopter is involved as hell and frankly i'm keen to leave them the fuck alone, i would literally fly a small cessna solo with zero instruction solely relying on my Nerd Ass Flight Simulator skills but never a helicopter. they work in direct defiance of gods will

not having to load a whole mag for 4 seconds of fun doesn't rly offset the whole "$60 of ammo gone in a flash" thing for me. esp. these days

right after i got out of school i worked this really shit remediation job and one of the guys in my crew was this Giant Cornfed Redneck motherfucker who had a bunch of land in central texas with a hog problem, he wanted to start a business doing hog hunting trips & i made him a website or some shit and he took me out. i think the conversation actually started with a dick measuring contest about the guns we owned, he was trying to tell me hogs mean business and 9mm won't cut it. "sure ill bring my AK", he told me itd better be an AKM since 5x45 won't cut it. thought he was bullshitting but nooooope

kinda sucked in the end. me and him did not have much in common (natch) and i do not like to traverse terrain by foot because of wet + hot + gross + computer programmer. there could be a disclaimer here for the tumblr crowd saying "ohhh hogz are so bad, they are invasive, they are extremely destructive, they are nasty creatures" which is all true but i was there from blood lust from computer games

the pack we found, we didn't scout, we heard them fucking barreling towards us, which is when it kinda sunk in, in my mind, "oh wow, this is extremely dangerous, this is frightening, those are huge animals, they are very fast, they are certainly trying to kill me, this is actually gay, wtf". i took an embarrassing amount of shots for hits i landed due to Shaky Hands which never heard the end of for the weekend (city slicker).

they are no fucking joke though, i swear, bullets would either bounce off them or they'd shrug them off, they would never ever seem to stop charging unless you shot limbs off or they lost a puzzling amount of blood. my pal wanted to cook them but he cut one open and it was literally pure blue on the inside which is the effect of some kind of poison the state uses to thin their populations safely while conveying message of "DO NOT EAT" to corpse-finders

to be honest i prefer the computer room. it was scary enough but the worst was laying down to go to bed like "i killed a bunch of mammals today", "those things had brains, thoughts" which ive never shaken off.