Pheasants with the Vintagers

[Jeff S]

Today the West Lakes chapter of the Vintagers met at "The Pheasant Farm" located just northwest of Grand Rapids for a little "pre-Christmas" fun. There were 16 participants, forming 3 groups, two with pointers and one with flushing dogs. What made this event especially nice was that our own Brett Farley (Foxnut) brought his Llewelyn Setter, Rosey. I have only hunted behind a pointer once before and Rosey was a pure delight. Lots of energy and a great nose! She "locked-up" on birds that we walked right past, and she chased down a few "cripples". If any of you ever have the opportunity to hunt with Rosey, take it!

Rosey with a mouth full of rooster

Dan (long time clays buddy) with his Browning side lock, I've got my 12 ga. AE, and Roger (shooting instructor) with his 20 ga. Winchester model 23.

Brett and Rosey

Brett with his CE and my AE

This was a very nice event, and the local chapter of the Vintagers provides a "local" opportunity to shoot with like-minded people. Jeff

[Sporrns]

Nice Jeff! I will have a similar opportunity on 27 JAN with my SIL at Orvis Hill Country near Emmitsburg, MD. We will be using German Wirehair Pointers and maybe a Wirehair Pointing Griffon. I have never hunted over either breed, so I am hoping to experience your same delight(s).. Kevin

[Foxnut]

Jeff and I represented the Fox Family proudly today. If you notice I am sporting my A.H Fox Collectors Assoc. hat. We ended up with very pleasant weather sans a light rain mid day. A very enjoyable day with like minded shooters.

[jolly bill]

Thanks for posting those great pictures, Jeff.

What could be better: smiling faces, good friends, great guns, some birds and your dog.

Perfect!

[vaturkey]

Hard to find a good Llew these days. Many folks are just wanting a Llew for pets for some reason. I've got a good one and she's old school as far as being a great bird finder and will hold a point for a long long time waiting for the tired leg folks to get there. Looks like a wonderful time indeed.