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Manuel Bright

Why public land feels better, but private land is slipping away

Thinking back to when I started hunting, I’ve noticed something interesting—public land around here has actually gotten better. Back in high school, a lot of the WMAs were full of invasives, but now I’m seeing native grasses, healthier marshes, and more birds than I remember. Private land, though, is another story. We used to roam farms we knew, no permission needed, and farmers were happy to see what we’d bagged. Now it’s “no trespassing” signs and crazy prices. I even tried to hunt the slough where I shot my first duck—owner (living states away) wanted $1,800 for a weekend. Feels like access is getting harder every year. Have you seen the same changes where you hunt? #hunting #publiclandhunting #huntingaccess #Outdoors

Why public land feels better, but private land is slipping away
paulcarol

How I got access to hunt private land! 🦌

Just scored permission on my dream property after years of rejections! The secret? It's not about what you ask for – it's HOW you ask. Key moves that worked: 1️⃣Showed up in person (not camo!) - built real rapport first 2️⃣Offered to help with fence repairs and predator control 3️⃣Brought references from other landowners 4️⃣Created a simple hunting agreement to show I'm serious 5️⃣Always shared meat from successful hunts The game-changer? I spent time learning about their land challenges before even asking to hunt. One farmer was dealing with wild hogs destroying crops - offered to help control them and got year-round access! Remember: reputation is everything in small communities. One "yes" often leads to introductions with neighbors. #hunting #privateland #deerhunting #huntingtips #landowner #huntingaccess

How I got access to hunt private land! 🦌
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