Estelline is part of the Watertown Micropolitan Statistical area of the state of South Dakota. It had a grand population of 768 people as of the census in 2010. Estelline is also great for South Dakota pheasant hunting. Altogether, the city has a total area of less than one square mile. You can probably figure out the population density for yourself. Compare to this to the most heavily populated city in the United States, New York, which has a population density of almost 28,000 per square mile.
Two other great pheasant-hunting grounds in the state are Aberdeen, another micropolitan statistical area located about a two and a half hour drive northwest of Estelline, and Chamberlain, about five hours' drive southwest of Estelline. The population in Chamberlain in 2010 was just over twice that of Estelline at 2,387, while the population density is half that, at 360 per square mile. Comparatively speaking, Aberdeen is a bustling metropolis with a 2010 population of 40,600 (1,700 per square mile).
Situated on the Missouri River, Chamberlain forms part of what is known as the Golden Triangle among pheasant-hunters. The average brood counts in the area can reach 16/square mile, twice the statewide mean. Around Aberdeen, the hunter has access to approximately 200,000 acres within which to pursue his or her sport. Here, the average yield per hunter can reach nine per season.
Sexual dimorphism refers to a feature of animal species in which the male is more flamboyantly turned out than the female of the species. Among the family Phasianidae, this is particularly pronounced. The males in this group are adorned with bright colors, wattles and long tails. They adapt quickly to new environments and are able to breed in captivity.
Shooting pheasants is both fun and good exercise. It is a good idea to practice shooting before you hit the wilderness. Skeet shooting makes for good practice aiming your gun ahead of your moving target. An important safety practice is to not pull the trigger until the bird has flown above the height of human.
You will also need to make sure you are fit before you venture into the wilderness. This is a sport that involves a lot of walking up and down hills and through marsh areas. When you are out shooting with your buddies, you must walk side by side to avoid shooting each other.
For an enhanced experience, take a good hunting dog with you. Different breeds have different talents. If you want an animal who will flush the birds out of the brush for you, go for a spaniel or a retriever. If you prefer to do the flushing yourself, but want a companion who will point to the birds for you, then you are better off with a continental breed, such as a Brittany, a GSP or a GWP.
Maybe it's the fresh air, exercise and sport that draw you out into the wilds of South Dakota, but the hobby does have an additional perk; bringing home the Sunday dinner. Enjoy it roasted, taking care not to let it dry out, with juniper berries and serve with a bread sauce.
Two other great pheasant-hunting grounds in the state are Aberdeen, another micropolitan statistical area located about a two and a half hour drive northwest of Estelline, and Chamberlain, about five hours' drive southwest of Estelline. The population in Chamberlain in 2010 was just over twice that of Estelline at 2,387, while the population density is half that, at 360 per square mile. Comparatively speaking, Aberdeen is a bustling metropolis with a 2010 population of 40,600 (1,700 per square mile).
Situated on the Missouri River, Chamberlain forms part of what is known as the Golden Triangle among pheasant-hunters. The average brood counts in the area can reach 16/square mile, twice the statewide mean. Around Aberdeen, the hunter has access to approximately 200,000 acres within which to pursue his or her sport. Here, the average yield per hunter can reach nine per season.
Sexual dimorphism refers to a feature of animal species in which the male is more flamboyantly turned out than the female of the species. Among the family Phasianidae, this is particularly pronounced. The males in this group are adorned with bright colors, wattles and long tails. They adapt quickly to new environments and are able to breed in captivity.
Shooting pheasants is both fun and good exercise. It is a good idea to practice shooting before you hit the wilderness. Skeet shooting makes for good practice aiming your gun ahead of your moving target. An important safety practice is to not pull the trigger until the bird has flown above the height of human.
You will also need to make sure you are fit before you venture into the wilderness. This is a sport that involves a lot of walking up and down hills and through marsh areas. When you are out shooting with your buddies, you must walk side by side to avoid shooting each other.
For an enhanced experience, take a good hunting dog with you. Different breeds have different talents. If you want an animal who will flush the birds out of the brush for you, go for a spaniel or a retriever. If you prefer to do the flushing yourself, but want a companion who will point to the birds for you, then you are better off with a continental breed, such as a Brittany, a GSP or a GWP.
Maybe it's the fresh air, exercise and sport that draw you out into the wilds of South Dakota, but the hobby does have an additional perk; bringing home the Sunday dinner. Enjoy it roasted, taking care not to let it dry out, with juniper berries and serve with a bread sauce.
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