Do you feel a little sad every year on the last day of deer season? Need more challenge than hunting birds? Hog hunting is one of the most exciting, challenging forms of hunting to be found. Wild boar, feral hogs, razorbacks, whatever you want to call them, these animals are intelligent, aggressive, tasty animals. They aren’t native to the United States, but now they’re here they’ve made their home quite nicely. Their populations are huge, and to most people they’re quite pesky. Unlike other game that can be heavily regulated, hog hunting is welcomed by many farmers and homeowners. This is because they’re dangerous to cattle and damaging to land. Some farmers will even ask hunters to get rid of the hog population on their property. Another benefit is that you don’t have to wait for hunting season to roll around, hogs can be hunted year round.

The lifestyle of these wild pigs is much different from most other game you might hunt, making them a bigger challenge. They’re especially smart and patient. They are more aware of hunters, and considered more elusive because their sense of smell is so well developed. They also leave different tracks than you might find with other animals. A lot of hunters will simply place bait when hunting for them, but to get the truly big prizes you can’t just wait for them to come to you. Once you’ve found your target aim is important. Boar anatomy is quite different from other wild game, making it important to get your shot right the first time. If you’re new to hog hunting it’s important to hunt with someone else who’s skilled in hog. They can help you look for signs, cover your own signs, such as scent, and learn to go after them instead of waiting for them to come to you.

Hunting feral pig of any variety also carries some amount of danger. Wild boar are very aggressive at times of the year. Unlike a deer that will run at sight or scent of you, male hogs will charge during mating season, while females will charge if they feel their young are in danger. An experienced guide can help you become aware of the habits and dangers of hunting hog.

Whether you prefer a bow or a gun, hunting feral hog is a great sport. They make exciting trophies, and a freezer full of meat. The precision and skill required will develop your skills as a hunter in an exciting and rewarding environment. In order to learn the skills you need to get a huge hog you need a guide that can show you their habits, habitats, tracks, and much more. Give us a call to find out today how we can make your hog hunting experience unforgettable.