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New Mexico around Santa Fe
New Mexico around Santa Fe
Started by killitngrillit, April 22, 2019, 04:41:10 PM
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killitngrillit
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New Mexico around Santa Fe
April 22, 2019, 04:41:10 PM
Do I need snake boots this time of year? Says 40s at night and 70s during the day? Excited to get after some turkeys in a new state other than Georgia!
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Re: New Mexico around Santa Fe
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April 22, 2019, 04:59:40 PM
At the elevations we have Merriam's, I've never seen a rattlesnake. Quail or dove hunting yes, but never turkey hunting. That said, I've heard of a few scattered reports of rattlesnakes at high elevations. I don't know anyone that wears snake boots for turkey hunting here, but ultimately that's a personal choice.
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Re: New Mexico around Santa Fe
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April 23, 2019, 12:44:32 PM
Thanks! Anything else I should know that I'm not thinking about as a south eastern hunter? I'm going to be hunting afternoons/evenings only.
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Re: New Mexico around Santa Fe
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April 23, 2019, 02:09:54 PM
Be prepared for the quite noticeable reduction in oxygen levels at Merriam's elevations ~ 8000 to 10000 ft, relative to sea level. Hunt uphill from your vehicle if you can. Nothing like hauling a bird out of a deep canyon even when partially acclimated to have you rethinking your approach. Take your time. Have a good GPS with you. You'll dehydrate fast, carry water.
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April 23, 2019, 02:36:16 PM
Thanks!
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