2 days

Well guys, here we go. Another chukar season is upon us. If everyone else is as excited as I am all the necessary issues are taken care of at least twice by now. The collars as well as the gps's have been charged, the packs have been double checked for essentials such as first aid and a multi tool, extra protein bars for both you and your canine partner are packaged to keep as fresh as possible in your vest, and you have provided space for plenty of water for your upcoming hunt.

I'm sure the pups are fired up also. I've had Jake out some since the grouse opener on the 30th of August and there is no way I can get out of the house with a gun without him going with me. I showed him this picture of Ava (Jordan Oyler's gsp) from a previous hunt he took her on earlier this season and he is now expecting the same from me with chukars. Thanks for the picture Jordan.

 With all the excitement for the opener, I hope everyone remembers to be safe. Another chukar hunter posted a comment on my preamble post, I'd suggest everyone read. The heat problems seem pretty obvious but every year you hear of someones dog overheating. Once this happens the dog is never the same. Also, as the hunter pointed out, there is lot's of blue green algae at Brownlee. I have no first hand experience, but I understand it's a killer.

Because of the heat, Jake and I will only be taking short hunts. The morning hours on shaded sides of the hills will offer us enough time to have some fun together and possibly bring home a few birds. With the temperatures predicted we'll be off the hill early. With a season that goes for 132 days there is no reason to take the chance of hurting or ruining a great hunting companion.

I hope everyone has a chance to get there dog's out soon for a good time. The pups have had a long wait. But, keep it safe.

Some of you guys that post comments don't leave your name. I understand if that's how you want it, but I'd like to give you credit for your comments and scouting efforts, if you desire. Also, I'd love to post stories and pictures of your hunts, if possible. If your reading this blog, you obviously love dogs and chukar hunting and we all have a lot in common. I'm trying to figure out how to get this done. I can usually get the pictures done if they are the right size. I've tried to get several pictures posted but they are too small and I can't make them larger without making them blurry. If you don't want me showing the pictures let me know. I know how hard good spots are to find and a picture might give that spot away.

I love chukar hunting with my dog. I know most of you do too. So, let me know how your opener is and those great stories of you and your partner. Be safe out there this year and have a great season.

Excuse any misspelling or improper  literature, my editor (Barbara) took the summer off.