Mini Driven at Minterne Magna

Published on December 1, 2019
Duration: 19:56

This video documents a mini-driven hunt at Minterne Magna, focusing on the pursuit of Woodcock, Pheasant, and Partridge. It highlights the camaraderie and countryside experience, with participants discussing hunting strategies, the challenges of specific game birds like Woodcock, and sharing moments of success and near misses. The content showcases the social aspect of driven shooting and the practicalities of managing a shoot day.

Quick Summary

A mini-driven hunt at Minterne Magna showcases the pursuit of Woodcock, Pheasant, and Partridge. The video highlights hunting strategies, the 'curse of the Woodcock,' and the importance of wind in bird flight, emphasizing the camaraderie and countryside experience of driven shooting.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to Minterne Magna
  2. 00:33Welcome to the Shoot
  3. 00:39The Curse of the Woodcock
  4. 01:10Day of Payback
  5. 01:30First Bird of the Day
  6. 01:41Extra Drive Strategy
  7. 03:53Woodcock Betting Game
  8. 04:41Drive Strategy Explained
  9. 05:59First Drive Debrief
  10. 06:53Second Drive Preparation
  11. 08:29Second Drive Debrief
  12. 09:19Third Drive Setup
  13. 11:25Third Drive Strategy
  14. 12:35Third Drive Debrief
  15. 13:34Woodcock Curse Reflection
  16. 13:46Lunch Break
  17. 15:03Afternoon Shoot Briefing
  18. 15:36Final Drive Strategy
  19. 18:30Breaking the Curse?
  20. 18:43End of Shoot Reflections
  21. 19:11Thanks and Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'mini-driven' hunt?

A mini-driven hunt is a type of driven shooting, typically involving fewer guns and beaters than a full-scale driven shoot. It focuses on flushing game birds like Woodcock, Pheasant, or Partridge towards a line of guns positioned to shoot them.

What challenges are associated with hunting Woodcock?

Woodcock are known for their challenging hunting characteristics, including their tendency to fly low to the ground and their unpredictable flight paths. Successfully hunting them often requires quick reflexes and precise shooting, leading to the concept of a 'curse' when they prove elusive.

How does wind affect a driven shoot?

Wind plays a crucial role in driven shoots by influencing the flight of game birds. It can affect their direction, speed, and altitude, requiring hunters to adjust their positioning and shooting strategies to account for its impact on the birds' trajectory.

What is the role of beaters and pickers-up in a driven shoot?

Beaters are responsible for flushing game birds from cover towards the guns. Pickers-up, often accompanied by gundogs, retrieve downed game, ensuring efficient collection and minimizing lost birds. Both roles are essential for the smooth operation of a driven shoot.

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