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    • lyagooshka
        June 7, 2013 at 9:21 pm
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        #2961

        Inspired by blacktail’s question, I am wondering if anyone can tell me what to look for in a moose situation? I got a topo map of the area I will be hunting with the camp in the center and 6 miles all around. I am supplementing with aerial photos from bing maps. So what should I look for?

        Just please don’t say “swamp” as the entire map is just that. I have a river that is my main mode of transport (via boat) or a road, but that isn’t as promising (you get unlimited fishing with a QC hunting license, hard to do from the Jeep). I am including a snapshot if it helps. The small black dots in the middle are the camp. Anyway, all ideas / help is greatly appreciated. I can’t wait for this trip. Be well.

        Alex

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      • paleoman
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          June 7, 2013 at 10:36 pm
          Post count: 931
          #14909

          I’ m no mooser, but I’ve seen them wading the ponds often enough to toss it out. I do believe some of the aquatic plants are higher in sodium, and if I remember that is a highly sought after nutrient for moose in particular. Possibly the ponded areas near a bit of higher ground? Just a thought and I may be all wet:D

        • James Harvey
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            June 8, 2013 at 12:52 am
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            #15011

            Alex,

            As usual I have nothing helpful to add, but I LOVE doing map recce’s of places I have never been and I just got so excited for you, looking at your map! I’m jealous and just wanted you to know that 😀

            Jim

          • sinawalli
              June 8, 2013 at 3:19 am
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              #15122

              ausjim wrote: Alex,

              As usual I have nothing helpful to add, but I LOVE doing map recce’s of places I have never been and I just got so excited for you, looking at your map! I’m jealous and just wanted you to know that 😀

              Jim

              Killed lots of moose, but not one near a swamp! All deep in bush, and during the rut. Late season can be good too, as they will go to lower ground/open areas for food once the snow hits.

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