how to approach a farmer

[brandon002]

hi,im just wondering if any of you guys have any tips on approaching farmers about shooting on thier land..any suggestions would be helpfull

[phil g]

Be honest, tell them that you are looking to hunt using only bow & arrow, not guns & not bringing dogs onto his property (thats if you are only planning on bowhunting), ask them if they have any problems with feral non-native animals on their property & let him know what species you are targeting, if you get the chance give him your contact details & show some ID such as your ilcence (if you have 1).

Just be friendly & genuine, a good handshake & good manners can go along way. If he gives you permission, ask him what beer he drinks & bring him some next time you go out.

Im sure I don't have to harp on the subject of abusing the priveledge you get when someone allows you onto their land, just a couple things to remember, take rubbish out with you, don't go chasing or scaring stock, keep out of areas they don't want you in, always ask them before bringing someone else onto the property & don't go leaving dead animals around water. There is alot of other things to take into consideration, I'm sure others will point them out to you aswell.

If you do all the right things & practice a bit of common courtesy & common sense then it is quite likely word of mouth will get around & you will get offers from other farmers.

Hope this all helps mate, good luck.

Cheers, Phil

[Jobin]

phil just basicly summed it all up that are the things that i do. also if you are camping on his property bring the owner around for a feed.

[Scott]

Yeh phils pretty well got it together. The only other thing is, don't rock up to the property owner when asking permission in your camo gear. First impressions are always the best. cheers

[Stray Jay]

Cheers lads, this thread helped me gain a little (well alot) more access to some prime property.

I recently gained a property of a good friend quite close to home, so last weekend I set off early and arrived before sun rise. The day was overcast and raining on and off so I decided to use the time for a good scout around whilst the rain was there to wash away my sent.
The property showed loads of sign but only took me till mid afternoon to scout right around.

After a good scout I sat there sipping on a hot brew back at the humpy, thinking of all the good sign leading into neighbouring propeties.
With that I changed out of my camo, packed up the troopy and set everything neat and tidy. I made a thermous of hot water and found a notepad and pen, ID details and permision note from the owner of the property I was on.
I aproached every neighbour politetly (rang from gate 1st if they had their ph# displayed), talked positively (but not too energetic), offered a cuppa and had a good chat. Every landowner I approachd said fine, two even took my mobile number so they can call when the pigs start hassling their feed lots or crops etc.

I know this is a rather lucky turn out and feel quite blessed. I believe there still is a good bit of fair dinkum Aussie mentality left in alot of rural Aus, its just up to us to be positive and honest and dont screw around with the oportunities available.

[XTfreak]

Stray Jay
Im glad to hear ya got some places to hunt.
I know this is a rather lucky turn out and feel quite blessed. I believe there still is a good bit of fair dinkum Aussie mentality left in alot of rural Aus, its just up to us to be positive and honest and dont screw around with the oportunities available.
I agree wholeheartedly with you, even though I have been turned away every place I went. Perhaps Iam doing something wrong.
Good luck with your hunts.
Bill