Being the stalked hunter - Page 3

eastbank · November 20, 2014, 07:38 AM

here in the north east i know of a large black bear that tried to kill several hogs in a pen and the game wardens tried to live trap it out and failed. well the bear just went missing late one night when it tried to get into the house. i think the shooter would have been alright with the law, but just didn,t want the hassle with the wardens.eastbank

Pond, James Pond · November 20, 2014, 09:22 AM

So, there are probable man-made reasons why the cat is being attracted to the area, it is statistically unlikely to attack a human, and thus far "hunting" it, legal or not, has been unsuccessful.

Seems to me that there are easily implemented options available that, as others have said, might well solve the issue without pursuing something that has so far failed to yield results.

Its not like, by choosing one option, one has to forego all others.

On a side note, the petty put-downs, attempted defamatory remarks or plain vulgarities by some parties bring nothing to this thread.
They do, however, reduce other members' inclination to give worthwhile advice.
If folks want "Yes, sir. No, sir" and never want to be questioned best talk to a mirror.

double bogey · November 21, 2014, 01:19 PM

I think the OP stated he is in Texas. No closed season. They are pretty much lumped with coyotes and shot on sight here. Any rancher nearby with goats, cattle, or sheep will thank you for taking it. Good luck.

Major Dave (retired) · November 21, 2014, 02:20 PM

Page 72, Texas Parks & Wildlife 2014-2015 edition, Outdoor Annual Hunting and Fishing Regulations.

Mountain Lions are included in a list of "Nongame Animals", followed by these comments: "No closed season. These animals may be hunted at any time by any lawful means or methods on private property. Public hunting lands may have restrictions. A hunting license is required."

Page 74, same publication: "BLACK BEARS and MOUNTAIN LIONS

Black bears are protected and cannot be hunted or killed. Mountain Lions are not protected and can be harvested at any time......"

November 20, 2014, 09:22 AM	#52
Pond, James Pond Senior Member Join Date: July 12, 2011 Location: Top of the Baltic stack Posts: 6,079	So, there are probable man-made reasons why the cat is being attracted to the area, it is statistically unlikely to attack a human, and thus far "hunting" it, legal or not, has been unsuccessful. Seems to me that there are easily implemented options available that, as others have said, might well solve the issue without pursuing something that has so far failed to yield results. Its not like, by choosing one option, one has to forego all others. On a side note, the petty put-downs, attempted defamatory remarks or plain vulgarities by some parties bring nothing to this thread. They do, however, reduce other members' inclination to give worthwhile advice. If folks want "Yes, sir. No, sir" and never want to be questioned best talk to a mirror. __________________ When the right to effective self-defence is denied, that right to self-defence which remains is essentially symbolic. Freedom: Please enjoy responsibly.

November 21, 2014, 01:19 PM	#53
double bogey Member Join Date: April 16, 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 81	I think the OP stated he is in Texas. No closed season. They are pretty much lumped with coyotes and shot on sight here. Any rancher nearby with goats, cattle, or sheep will thank you for taking it. Good luck. __________________ Nos operor non pensio volutabrum (We don't rent pigs)

November 21, 2014, 02:20 PM	#54
Major Dave (retired) Senior Member Join Date: March 12, 2008 Location: Between Dallas and Shreveport, LA Posts: 569	Is it legal in Texas? Page 72, Texas Parks & Wildlife 2014-2015 edition, Outdoor Annual Hunting and Fishing Regulations. Mountain Lions are included in a list of "Nongame Animals", followed by these comments: "No closed season. These animals may be hunted at any time by any lawful means or methods on private property. Public hunting lands may have restrictions. A hunting license is required." Page 74, same publication: "BLACK BEARS and MOUNTAIN LIONS Black bears are protected and cannot be hunted or killed. Mountain Lions are not protected and can be harvested at any time......" __________________ Artillery lends dignity to what would otherwise be but a vulgar brawl.

November 20, 2014, 07:38 AM	#51
eastbank Senior Member Join Date: February 7, 2008 Location: pa. Posts: 2,450	here in the north east i know of a large black bear that tried to kill several hogs in a pen and the game wardens tried to live trap it out and failed. well the bear just went missing late one night when it tried to get into the house. i think the shooter would have been alright with the law, but just didn,t want the hassle with the wardens.eastbank