FAB5: GECO STAR

In many places, early summer hunting is all about hoofed game. After the “winter break” of several months, the chances are particularly good at the beginning of the hunting season: on the one hand, the native hoofed game is now particularly active. On the other hand, the vegetation is not yet so far advanced. But how do you go about it properly and in a way that is true to the sport?

PREPARATION AND IMPLEMENTATION

Before the hunt, a thorough inspection of the area is essential to identify the game's habitats and migration routes. The use of wildlife cameras can also help here. The right hunting equipment, including binoculars and rangefinders, should be ready. The best times for observation are the early morning and late evening hours, as that is when the cloven-hoofed animals are most active. A reliable identification of the game is crucial to avoid violating the closed season and, above all, to protect leading animals. Hunting from a raised hide at known passes and grazing areas, as well as stalking, are effective methods, although the latter in particular requires good wind and noise management. Hunting with due regard for the animal means choosing a shooting distance that allows a safe shot that is immediately fatal. In this case, the characteristics and functioning of the bullet used should be taken into account in any case. If the game is not found immediately, a search for the dead animal or even, in the worst case, a search with a useful dog is essential. The shooting should be carried out in consultation with the gamekeeper. Targeted hunting can minimize browsing and sustainably regulate the game population. This is how early summer hunting of hoofed game is carried out in a proper and successful manner.

HUNTING SMALLER ANIMALS AND CRUSTACEANS

In order to avoid falling behind in the fulfillment of the shooting plan later on and to instead allow the game a little more peace, it makes sense to hunt the corresponding age groups of red deer and, at the same time, the female deer that were shot the previous year at the start of the season. The does that were shot the previous year and have not yet participated in reproduction are considered to be does.

CONCLUSION

Hunting does in early summer is particularly important to avoid damage to agriculture and young forest shoots. During this time, agricultural crops and young trees are particularly susceptible to browsing and other damage. Regulating the game population not only promotes the health and stability of the population, but also ensures a balanced social structure within the pack. Overall, early summer hunting ensures a balanced relationship between wildlife and habitat, minimizes damage and generally promotes the health of both wildlife and forests.

THE PERFECT AMMUNITION: GECO STAR

Red deer hunters still searching for a suitable, non-fragmenting “bullet” will find the solution in GECO STAR. This lead-free deformation bullet, available in the most common calibers, is probably the most innovative GECO development in the area of hunting cartridges. It is characterized not only by maximum depth effect and high residual weight, but it is also particularly game-friendly. This ensures that the game remains of the highest quality.

Due to the massive hollow point, the bullet reliably deforms at almost all hunting distances. In addition, it has a high inherent accuracy, which is particularly ensured by the built-in GECO grooves. The high mass stability goes hand in hand with an outstanding depth effect, which is essential, especially with heavier game, to ensure a reliable exit wound and bloodstain.

CALIBERS AND AVAILABILITY

GECO STAR is available in the most common calibers. This makes GECO STAR ideal for a wide range of hunting situations and conditions.