OUTDOORS GUY
One season ends… JEFF MORRISON
Kenauk Nature: Boasts Nature Galore My end of the season deer hunt at
Kenauk Nature is always the highlight of my year and this one was no exception. Meandering my way through the fabled deer woods of Kenauk Nature in Montebello this fall with my Dad and lifelong hunting companions, Ken Campbell and James Bindon, reminded me of how lucky I was to pursue majestic white-tailed deer in such splendour. After being greeted with a smile by our old pal Lynda at the Kenauk Nature office, we headed out to drop our gear off at Chalet Green. The most beautiful deer woods you have ever seen were not far away. Over the next couple of days we
explored this all-new hunting territory which boasted the largest natural red oak stands I had ever seen. You just do not see this quality of hardwood anywhere else. We saw deer too; on the chase, and on the watch, and even one staring at us where we parked our ATV, but no bucks 6 points or better were spotted - a rule which has always been in effect at Kenauk. There is such a varied wildlife at Kenauk too, along one 10 foot patch of road we observed bear tracks (mother & cubs), moose tracks, deer tracks and even coyote tracks - talk about covering the big-game bases! But, unlike some previous years, there would be no big bucks on the game pole this year and that’s fine with me. I was encouraged at the number of deer we saw and the overall deer sign in our territory, given the fact that whitetail
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numbers are down this fall over much of Eastern ON & Western QC. Enjoying the sights and sounds of the deer woods at this time of year is reward in itself and perhaps next year we’ll have some venison to go along with it. For more information on Kenauk Nature, call: (819) 423-5573, and to learn more on deer hunting in Quebec, contact Tourism Quebec: (877)-266-BONJOUR
Ice-fishing Safety First As we prepare for another year of
winter angling, enthusiasts need be aware that ice does not freeze at a uniform thickness across most water-bodies. This is especially true at the start of the winter season when near-shore ice builds more quickly than ice further out. Check ice thickness regularly with a spud or auger as you move out to your fishing spot. Ice formed over flowing water, springs, pressure cracks, old ice holes or around the mouths of rivers and streams will be weaker than surrounding ice. A good rule of thumb is that clear blue ice is the strongest while white or opaque ice is usually weaker. Travelling on frozen lakes or rivers with snowmobiles or ATV’s can be particularly dangerous and added precautions should be taken. Anglers should also check with hut operators before venturing out, and let others know where you’re planning to fish and when you plan to return. Once ice conditions are suitable for winter fishing, let’s make it as safe as possible out there.
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