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1) Wringer
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As Palmer comes of age, he must either accept the violence of being a wringer at his town's annual Pigeon Day or find the courage to oppose it. He did not want to be a wringer. Palmer LaRue is rUnning out of birthdays. For as long as he can remember, he's dreaded the day he turns ten, the day he's supposed to become a wringer. This thing, this not wanting to be a wringer, did it ever knock him from his bike? Unite his sneaker lace? Call him a name?...
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An evocative historical fiction portrayal of the intricacies of a 1913 Oxfordshire hunting party and English upper class society on the brink of collapse
"Poised, wry, lovable, informative . . . An utterly complete rendering of a way of life."—Gail Godwin, New York Times bestselling author
It is the autumn of 1913. Sir Randolph Nettleby has assembled a brilliant array of guests at his Oxfordshire estate for the biggest hunt...
"Poised, wry, lovable, informative . . . An utterly complete rendering of a way of life."—Gail Godwin, New York Times bestselling author
It is the autumn of 1913. Sir Randolph Nettleby has assembled a brilliant array of guests at his Oxfordshire estate for the biggest hunt...
4) Bird hunting
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"Turkeys, pheasants, ducks, and geese are all kinds of birds that are hunted. Bird hunting has a long history. Discover the gear that is used, how to stay safe while hunting, and more"--
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People have hunted for centuries, for recreation, sport, and for food. There are skills to develop and personal tricks to learn, all while the hunter enjoys the challenges of each hunt. A particularly challenging type is wing shooting. The hunter must shoot the prey while it's in flight. This outdoor guidebook advises amateur hunters on where to hunt, what equipment is necessary, and how to hunt safely.
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From the most trusted name in guns and ammunition comes this ultimate reference on shotgunning. The Shooter's Bible Guide to Sporting Shotguns offers everything you need to know about the sport and its gear, from different types of sporting shotguns to helpful accessories.
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Minnesota's Will Weaver has been a hunter since he was a young boy, following in the footsteps of his father, a dedicated and seasoned outdoorsman. As he writes, "in the fall, when Canada geese came through and when partridge season opened, [we] heard the far-off thudding report of shotguns-and in November the heavier poom-poom! of deer rifles." Hunting frames Weaver's childhood memories, his relationship with his father, and his own definition of...
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"No matter how skilled a hunter you are right now, novice or expert, 1001 Hunting Tips will make you better. Author and outdoorsman Lamar Underwood offers words of wisdom on this adrenaline-filled sport and has put together a timeless guide on how to improve your hunting techniques. Within these pages are precious nuggets of hunting lore and wisdom proven in the field. From deer stands to duck blinds to spruce forests and mountain ranges where bear...
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If you hunt for pheasants, grouse, quail, and other upland birds, forming a partnership with your dog can be a daunting challenge. Wingshooting USA's Scott Linden is here to help. Training and Hunting Bird Dogs fills in the blanks for the wingshooter and dog owner with solid advice that will improve dog and hunter's levels of communication, respect, and hunting efficiency. Even better, Linden's lovable, often hilarious tone makes taking advice on...
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People love to hunt turkey. In fact, turkey hunting is second only to deer hunting in terms of popularity in the United States. Young hunters will learn how to track and hunt turkeys in this fun, easy-to-read book. Reluctant readers will enjoy this high-interest topic. Color photos fill each page and help readers connect with the accompanying text. Nonfiction features including a glossary and an index support the Common Core standards for early elementary....
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