Google shed hunting and up pops more than 1 million links to a mindbogging array of antler info. Wisconsin shed hunt turns up potential state record whitetail rack. There are shedhunting clubs, a shedantler record book and facebook pages. Its safe to say the ericksons and pionks couldnt have happened onto a better mooseshed mentor. Shed hunting anyone deerbig game hunting upland journal. The current world record matched set of typical shed antlers listed in the north american shed hunters club nashc record book is from a buck known as the nebraska general. Everything you need to know about shed hunting wired to hunt. World record whitetail shed antler one year later youtube. Hunter may have found wisconsins recordbreaking buck. Are these sheds from the largest 5x5 whitetail of all time. Moose calling expert mark braaten of duluth, who visited ceglar and photographed the antlers, reports the right one weighs 31 pounds and scores 86, while. Showing starts of extra kickers on every normal point. It has a regularly updated record book, measurers, appearances around the country and a lively blog.
Antlers may be scored by any certified scorer the full. Why you are not finding sheds this year bone collector. The record for the biggest deer in wisconsin ever to be found or killed is. Sdgfp south dakota shed pickup bighorn sheep record book.
Its basically a guide book so, for newcomers to shed hunting, it really hasnt changed much. Jan 29, 2019 the current world record matched set of typical shed antlers listed in the north american shed hunters club nashc record book is from a buck known as the nebraska general. Earlier this year, jim ceglar, of aurora, found two massive antlers at an undisclosed location. Theyve been hunting sheds with johnny bloomquist, 75, of grand marais every spring since they met. For years, hunting for shed antlers has been a common pastime for mule deer and whitetail hunters. Moose shed hunter tim bradach of gilbert, minnesota, picked up the find of a lifetime this winter when he discovered the remains of two record book bulls that died after locking horns in an epic. Did you knowsome fun facts about antlers and shedhunting. The enjoyment of shed hunting is spreading like wildfire across whitetail country, and the north american shed hunters club and the iowa deer classic are proud to sponsor the nashc monster shed contest.
Sitting still for hours on end in the freezing cold, hushing them to be quieter, is likely not the best way to build a hunter. Just as with hunting the animals themselves, looking for their antlers is. Mar 17, 2020 there are so few of them that it makes it much harder than deer shed hunting. So read on for everything you need to know about shed hunting. For most of us here on wired to hunt, shed hunting is a regular part of our year round deer hunting season. Nice 4 point main frame, but more concerning were the skull finds. To break the record, the buck needs to be officially measured by the wisconsin. The north american shed hunters club nashc was founded in 1991 and later purchased by the miller family in 2001.
Its safe to say the ericksons and pionks couldnt have happened onto a better moose shed mentor. We also have a seperate youth division for animals taken between the ages of 1217. Published on jun 5, 2009 one year after the world record 5 point typical shed antler was found in nothern illinois, member richie music found the same bucks antler while scouting a. There are categories for rifle, archery, archery velvet, black powder, and shed antler. The current world record matched set of typical shed antlers listed in the north american shed hunters club nashc record book is from a. While shed hunting with two friends on private property in rock county. Hunting shed antlers has become a sport in its own right in the last few years. Sdgfp south dakota shed pickup bighorn sheep record book entry.
The biggest mistake made by far is shed hunting at the wrong time. According to the record books kept by the north american shed hunters club, the antlers listed below are the world record single sheds in the typical and nontypical categories. Just bring your boots and expect to do a lot of walking. Feb 17, 2020 to break the record, the buck needs to be officially measured by the wisconsin buck and bear club or the boone and crockett club. The record book where youll find these trophies is kept by the north american shed hunters club, who helped us verify the standing of the. Some people believe the spread of the quality deer management qdm philosophy has resulted in balanced deer populations with more and older bucks, leading to higher success rates for shed hunters. Oregon 5point blacktail deer shed from a 4 12 yr old buck. I suppose shed hunting constitutes one of the most benign. Founded in 1991, the north american shed hunters club nashc is the official scoring and record keeping authority for north american shed antlers. The bigger of the two bucks has a massive nontypical rack that is a potential state record, according to. Shed hunting is an evergrowing sport and there are numerous reasons why.
Ive shot several that make the book, but this one heres kind of way. The enjoyment of shed hunting is spreading like wildfire across whitetail country. Find out how to get a big game animal or shed antler scoredmeasured. One year after the world record 5 point typical shed antler was found in nothern illinois, member richie music found the same bucks antler while scouting a new piece of hunting land. Individual bucks often shed their antlers the same week every year. Shed hunter finds two minnesota recordbook moose locked after battle to the death moose shed hunter tim bradach of gilbert, minnesota, picked up the find of a lifetime this winter when he. Shed hunting a guide to finding whitetailed deer antlers shead, joe on.
The minimum score requirements for entry into the northwest big game record books, for all four states we cover oregon, washington, idaho, and montana are listed below. Whos still out social distancing shed hunting and how many of you have found a helium filled. The new presidentowner of the nhshc has started a record book as of 1112 to submit an entry you have to be a member of nhshc free and pay a very small fee that helps pay for the club site upkeep, club expenses and show presence. Minimum size for entry into the vbgtc record book are. Even better, shed hunting is something his family, including wife. What he found might also rewrite the wisconsin deer record book. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. Northwest big game record books record books for big game.
I would call it a bad day of shed hunting, and i was the only one to find a shed. C is the official scoring, measuring and record book authority for north american big game shed antlers since 1991. If you want to come for a shed hunt, it is possible. I spend a lot of time in the woods each spring looking for sheds and scouting for big bucks. In an odd twist of trophy hunting, the boone and crockett world record book for big game animals includes a category for record sheds. To break the record, the buck needs to be officially measured by the wisconsin buck and bear club or the boone and crockett club. The north american shed hunters club is the official records keeping organization for shed antlers of all.
That matched 6x6 set has an official record book score of 195 18 net inches following asymmetry deductions without a spread credit. The sheds were measured by john kunert of nebraska, a respected nashc official measurer. But when it comes to hunting for the antler sheds of blacktailed deer and roosevelt elk, the playing field changes. Shed hunting is an addictive hobby that rewards the treasure hunter with a valuable keepsake. Kansas top 20 deer records deer big game information. The biggest, arguably, is the north american shed hunters club nashc, headquartered in wisconsin. Just as with hunting the animals themselves, looking for their antlers is a true challenge. Shed hunting is one of the fastest growing outdoor activities and this book. If you want to find a lot of sheds, you have to put on the miles.
Wisconsin man finds record buck as deadhead of a lifetime. Shed hunter finds two minnesota recordbook moose locked. Last year shead found a real trophy trophy, half of a moose shed that was nearly record book. So between doing a bit of deer stand maintenance, and some shed hunting, a agreed to head out. Wisconsin shed hunt turns up potential state record whitetail. Searching for these antlers has become known as shed hunting, a. There are so few of them that it makes it much harder than deer shed hunting. Tens of thousands of articles and blogs have been published and posted on how and where to hunt for antlers. The organization promotes one of the newest outdoorsman sports, shed hunting, and showcases some of the record holding sheds right in their facility in lyndon station. We can give you 7 mistakes you are making while shed hunting, and tips to correct them. They are prospecting for white gold, priceless trophies to any outdoorsmen or women, but most will not find even a single shed. Everyone dreams of stumbling upon that shed of a lifetime and wisconsin hunter nate olsen did just that earlier this month. This lavishly illustrated publication is the difinitive source of big game hunting in idaho, featuring entries in four categories. If you dont think it can be exciting, youve probably never given it a serious try.
Sheds from potential record moose found outdoornews. Shed hunting is one of the fastest growing outdoor activities and this book is considered the bible of shed hunting. South dakota nontypical shed pickup whitetail deer record book entry picked up. Searching for these antlers has become known as shed hunting, a pastime that introduced olsen to his new best friend. Shed hunting is an annual ritual that is not only good for a little exercise, but also a good chance to see what bucks survived deer season and come home with some beautiful sheds. Mar 03, 2010 moose shed hunter tim bradach of gilbert, minnesota, picked up the find of a lifetime this winter when he discovered the remains of two record book bulls that died after locking horns in an epic. Record book for idahos big game animals, first edition. Last year shead found a real trophy trophy, half of a moose shed that was nearly record book worthy. That matched 6x6 set has an official record book score of 195 18 net inches following asymmetry deductions without a. So far this winter has been very mild, however we are seeing several bucks on trail camera and glassing that only have one side. As winters snow recedes, early spring offers shed hunting. Jan 12, 2016 for years, hunting for shed antlers has been a common pastime for mule deer and whitetail hunters. Jun 05, 2009 one year after the world record 5 point typical shed antler was found in nothern illinois, member richie music found the same bucks antler while scouting a new piece of hunting land.
For those who hunt, finding the antler of a buck youve had your sights on or one that has eluded the trail camera can be the next best thing to shooting it. Apr 09, 2015 oregon 5point blacktail deer shed from a 4 12 yr old buck. The north american shed hunters club is the official records. South dakota shed pickup bighorn sheep record book entry sdgfp. His net score without any spread credit has been accepted for the north american shed hunters club record book, and the sheds are now the official world record in nashcs typical category. Shed antler records of north american big game north american shed hunters club, tom miller, mark miller on. Mar 01, 2018 shed hunting is an evergrowing sport and there are numerous reasons why. If you want to hook someone into hunting, you need to make it fun. Its one of several moose antlers that now dominate his living room decor. January 8, 2020 shed hunting illinois update shed season is here in illinois and the deer antlers are starting to drop.
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