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I did... Again, was posting here to see if anyone had any experience with any. Thanks.

That's for the message. I've been reading a lot, and building my check list of necessities to have for when I finally get out. My main challenge in trying to prepare, is figure out a place to go and how to have a resource out there with me so I don't waste my time or an animals life. That was primarily the hopes with this post, to get some recommendations on where or a place to start in trying to find out where to go.

Would really like to plan my first hunting trip for this fall, but my challenge is lack of family/friends that would partake. Ideally I'd like to do a guided trip for my first time out. I'm not opposed to some trial and error in learning the ropes of tracking and navigating on my own, but the guided idea would be ideal because I'll certainly need to learn the ropes on what to do if/when I get my first kill (transport, packing, field dress, etc) I'm clueless so need to make sure I have help. I'd like to plan a turkey and a deer trip (separate trips) and don't want to do it NJ. Open to upstate NY, PA, NH, VT or anywhere within say 8 hours of where I am in NJ. I understand there is alot to learn and know before I get out, but hoping maybe some members here may be able to share some experience or suggestions on any luck with guided hunts or resources they may have with private land, locals, etc.

I know but not quite ready to get out there for spring. For fall od look into maybe upstate NY or PA.

Think I may wait until fall

Ah I see so every 2 years you have to go through the same process, not just a renewal with lower fee? Anyone have experience using a different instructor with lower fees?

As far as total cost associated with going through the CCW application process as it stands today, from my understanding there is the fee to the state of NJ for the application (what is that now up to?) Plus the fee for whatever location you're going to do the live fire course (on estimate, how much?) And is that it? Trying to total up the expected cost all in to go through the motions if I were to start the process now. Thanks

Greetings all, Will be picking up my new Weatherby Vanguard in 6.5 CM this week and plan on getting to the range shortly after. I'm new to the rifle scene, and purchased this mainly to have some fun at medium distances at the range, but also would like to plan my first hunting trip come the fall as well. Before I set out to shoot with it over the next week or 2, just wanted to ask if there is a proper break in technic one should do for the barrel? It's #2 contour, 24 inch, and I'll be adding on a JCB Solutions 3 port mini break (already have it). Any pointers so I can make sure I get the most out of this rifle would be greatly appreciated!

Is turkey hunting in NJ (spring) really on a lottery system for tags? Or am I reading the wrong information?

Yeah idk, it's all good I have 2 other shops I've been in touch with that have been helpful. I'll proceed with one of them. Both of which are less than half what RTSP was quoting me. Met both in person as well, good people.

All good, moreso just making sure it's not rust. Mainly for resale purposes and wanting to know if there is anything I should do to fix it for future sale purposes, before it gets worse. Contemplating selling it for a different shotgun anyways.

Thoughts? It's gotten worse over the years but can't tell if it's just stain of some sort or actual corrosion? Doesn't actually look like rust, and it's only on this section, no where else.

Thank you!

Got it, thanks Does it need to be plugged down to 2+1 or can you get away with the tube still fitting 3?

Can a magazine plug be used on a pump or only semi auto?

I've noticed on NJ and some other states that there is a restriction on shotgun capacity for turkey hunting, not being capable of holding more than 3 shells. What shotgun has a max capacity of 3 shells?

Interesting I wonder why it works that way

Good to know, thanks

I think I've narrowed it down to using Cherry Ridge as a more regular practice spot since it's the closest 1.5 hours. Tommy Gun Greeley as an occasional trip out. Sheepdog was pretty far as well, so maybe take a visit at some point. Thanks for all the help.

I've called them 3 times this week and emailed, can't get anyone to answer.

Hmm well that doesn't sound enjoyable. I've been looking into Cherry Ridge

Even as a member, only that last weekend is open range?

Lol I've dealt with him before, he's a good dude.

Emailed with Steve, quoted 140. Comparable to Elmer but a hell of a lot closer.

That's insane. Comparing that to what RTSP quoted me is absolutely insane. Meaning the prices you just stated are SIGNIFICANTLY cheaper. Will check it out, thank you!