Fort Hunter Ligget in Laymens terms?

[Bucktailpath]

I'm not new to hunting but am new to California hunting. Where I grew up on the east coast you just buy your hunting license, take your gun and head out onto any public land you wish to hunt or private land if you gain permission.

California it seems that every piece of public land has it's own set of rules and red tape to go through. (Often with fees attached) and permission to hunt private land comes at the cost of several hundred dollars instead of a conversation and a handshake.

I'm looking into hunting FHL since it's within easy driving distance and seem recommended as a place you have a chance of finding pigs on a DIY hunt. I've read up a bit on their website on some of how it works to gain a spot there.

For those of you who have done it before, can you give me the non legal jargon version of the how to? And if there are any tips or specific zones or spots that may help a beginner?

 

[Sea 2'er]

Good question. I used to hunt FHL many years ago when i was in high school, but the requirements have sure changed since then. Now that I have kids, i'd like to take them their as well. Any insight appreciated.

Bob

 

[hntboar]

Can't insert website but do a google search Fort Hunter ligget and go to their page. Click on Fishing and Hunting page. You will find lots info on how to and what to do to be able to hunt there. You have yearly permit for hunting and weapon registration required. As far as areas, there are animals in and out of many of the areas. Your mostly left to what areas they open during the time you want to go. It will change week to week. Hope this helps? Good luck!

 

[solus]

Fhl haz its own rules its not public land and it will cost you to hunt there. Go to their website. Thats the best advice you'll get. They recently changed their rules.

 

[MGDeer]

As stated by the others visit the web site. be prepared to register your weapons prior to entering the fort; next, you need to purchase a hunting permit and then once all the documents return to you need to report to the recreation building for the other necessary items. Read the site the Thursday prior to the weekend hunt to clue you in to what training areas are open... pay very close attention to the weapon you are allowed to use r the area you wish to hunt. Remember you're going to hunt the "Condor" corridor so full metal only-period. And when it comes to hunting pig with a shotgun you may not use buckshot- it da law... dawg. Again full metal slugs only, and you will not find full metal rifled slugs on most if any shelves here in Cali, so sabot slugs are your remedy. They shoot best in a rifled bore shotgun barrel- I suppose a smooth bore would work but the distance and trajectory would suffer. That's my little input and good luck dude. Happy trails.

I'm not new to hunting but am new to California hunting. Where I grew up on the east coast you just buy your hunting license, take your gun and head out onto any public land you wish to hunt or private land if you gain permission.

California it seems that every piece of public land has it's own set of rules and red tape to go through. (Often with fees attached) and permission to hunt private land comes at the cost of several hundred dollars instead of a conversation and a handshake.

I'm looking into hunting FHL since it's within easy driving distance and seem recommended as a place you have a chance of finding pigs on a DIY hunt. I've read up a bit on their website on some of how it works to gain a spot there.

For those of you who have done it before, can you give me the non legal jargon version of the how to? And if there are any tips or specific zones or spots that may help a beginner?

 

[JustGuy]

Why i'm not surprised?
New guy tells :"I've read up a bit on their website" and " can you give me the non legal jargon version of the how to".
the advise was:"Can't insert website but do a google search Fort Hunter ligget and go to their page. Click on Fishing and Hunting page. You will find lots info on how to and what to do to be able to hunt there"
Or another one:"Go to their website. Thats the best advice you'll get"

Is it what he was asking for?

And another question/request:"For those of you who have done it before" and guess who answered? the one who never hunted FHL before and even do not know the difference between solid bullet (full-metal) and lead free bullet.
BTW and FUY, Full-metal bullet can be solid lead, do you want to say they are allowed in "Condor" zone since they are full-metal? Or Winchesters XP3 Sabot Slug is not allowed in the Condor Zone?

For God's sake, have respect to new guys and to yourself and READ what they ask, and do not jump in with void or wrong advise. Say when you have something to say, or just post on the "Post Peddling" thread. Do not make a joke out of yourself.

For you OP, i have been hunting FHL for less then 2 years, so not many knowledge, and it is reason i did not replay first since i though i'm not in position to give advise. But after seeing such valuable posts...

if you want PM and i'll share what i know. It is easier than it looks

 

[hntboar]

To JustGuy-
I really don't understand why you posted what you posted and if your looking for an argument? No need to blast people on this site? I provided information to him based on what he asked for. If you read my post I gave him direct instructions on where to go on the FHL site to get more information on hunting FHL. He only mentioned he read a bit on the website. Which does not tell he went to the Hunting and Fishing page or not? I merely was providing more details for him review to gain more knowledge. He asked for any tips on areas, I told him there a lots of animals in many areas, But the real issue is you are very limited on areas you can go into if there not open. My point being, if there is any area open during the time you want to hunt................. go hunt it. I also provided a question to him and asked him if this helped and wished him good luck. Which provided an opportunity for him to ask more questions.

Also, both MGDeer and Solus I am sure were also trying to provide information to be helpful and by no means were they dis respectful and only truly trying to help.
As for you comment about dis-respecting the new guy or myself.................... you have no clue what your talking about. You have no position to even state this point. If anyone was being disrespectful it is you. As far as I am concerned you are the joke!
Do yourself a favor and please don’t waste your time posting these type of messages on this forum. Just a waste of everyone’s time! You added “0” value to this tread!

 

[JustGuy]

To JustGuy-
I really don't understand why you posted what you posted and if your looking for an argument? No need to blast people on this site? I provided information to him based on what he asked for. If you read my post I gave him direct instructions on where to go on the FHL site to get more information on hunting FHL. He only mentioned he read a bit on the website. Which does not tell he went to the Hunting and Fishing page or not? I merely was providing more details for him review to gain more knowledge. He asked for any tips on areas, I told him there a lots of animals in many areas, But the real issue is you are very limited on areas you can go into if there not open. My point being, if there is any area open during the time you want to hunt................. go hunt it. I also provided a question to him and asked him if this helped and wished him good luck. Which provided an opportunity for him to ask more questions.

Also, both MGDeer and Solus I am sure were also trying to provide information to be helpful and by no means were they dis respectful and only truly trying to help.
As for you comment about dis-respecting the new guy or myself.................... you have no clue what your talking about. You have no position to even state this point. If anyone was being disrespectful it is you. As far as I am concerned you are the joke!
Do yourself a favor and please don’t waste your time posting these type of messages on this forum. Just a waste of everyone’s time! You added “0” value to this tread!

And again you jump in not trying to understand his or mine posts. If you do not understand that he is asking in human words to explain FHL rules i cant help you.
It is what i'm talking about
And your friends sure provided some very "valuable" information about thing they have no idea about.

 

[Uncle Bambi]

Step 1: Buy the permit.
Go here, print the form, fill it out, send it in:
http://fhlfmwr.com/files/fish&hunt/2015FishingPermit.pdf

Step 2: Register your weapons.
Go here, print the form, fill it out, send it in:
http://fhlfmwr.com/files/fish&hunt/Weapons Reg Form 8-1.pdf

Step 3: You need a Vehicle Pass, a Harvest Report Form, and the Teletrack check-in/check-out instructions. Go here, print the forms, keep them in your car:
http://fhlfmwr.com/files/fish&hunt/1308FHLTeletracInstructions.pdf
http://fhlfmwr.com/files/fish&hunt/2013HARVEST REPORTING V3.pdf
http://fhlfmwr.com/files/fish&hunt/MWR Dashboard Pass FHL HF V4.pdf

Step 4: You NEED to know the rules and regs. Go here, print it out, read it and understand it:
http://fhlfmwr.com/files/fish&hunt/April_2012_FHLReg420-26_signed.pdf

Step 5: Check the update website on Thursday for what area are open and what their respective restrictions are, make a plan, print the maps for the area you're going to hunt, go there and have fun.

Update page: http://fhlfmwr.com/outdoorweekly.html
Maps: http://fhlfmwr.com/outdoor_maps.html

Now you can hunt there, any time it is open. That's about as easy as I can explain it. You'll have to put your time in and work the areas to get a handle on the animal habits and possible locations. That's the fun part.

 

[sbrooks1985]

Thanks bamby. That's useful, especially with the links all in all 1 place

 

[JustGuy]

Finally someone with knowledge. Thanks. plenty of useful info. Great it is in one post, easy to navigate.

 

[Bubblehide]

I get the desire for information. I am usually pretty forthcoming with it. It was exceptionally kind of Uncle Bambi to hold everyone's hand through the process with his step by step post. But FHL is not the usual public land hunting experience; and I am not sure he did anyone any favors. Please, let me explain myself. On most public land, you only need to worry about staying on the public land, and the complying with F&W regulations. FHL is a military base, training center... as such, they have there own set of complex rules and regulations; being a civilian does not exclude a person from abiding by them, at all times. The consequences of a violation is swift and final. Many people have a difficult time understanding the F&W regulations, and many simply do not fully understand them, as has been proven here time and again. Throw the military regulations in the mix, and from some, it simply will not be a good fit. The task of going through the military requirement to hunt the property is not an easy one. It takes time, commitment, and re-reading at least some sections. But it's only half of what is required. Civilians are limited to where they can travel and be on the base. There are continually changing closed and open areas to deal with...

Yes, it is an excellent place to hunt. Of all the public lands, it offers one of, if not the best opportunity of taking a wild hog. But from me to you, if your going to hunt the base, be intimate with F&W regulations and the Base regulations.

 

[Uncle Bambi]

..... But from me to you, if your going to hunt the base, be intimate with F&W regulations and the Base regulations.

This advise cannot be over-emphasized, and must be taken seriously and to heart. FHL is a good place to hunt, but BE ADVISED that they have no sense of humor when it comes to breaking the rules, and they do not suffer or tolerate shenanigans on their property.

If you hunt FHL, have your ducks in a row and your papers in order.

 

[Huntr Pat]

Leave your beer or any alcohol home. If its in your vehicle while on the property and hunting you are shit out of luck. As previously mention have all your paper work in order.

 

[JustGuy]

This is why i hate and almost never hunt FHL Only those rules make my head spin and take all the joy out of hunting.
There are many other places to investigate...

 

[easymoney]

Good points all.
Keep in mind this is an active military base and after 09/11/01, everything got more strict and difficult because of the ramped up security. IMHO, great place to hunt if you follow the rules to the letter. No booze, no speeding and do register your firearms...

 

[socalkid]

One question I can't find the answer to: Say I bring both my bow and my rifle. If I choose to hunt an archery only area, what do I do with my rifle? Can it be kept in a locked case in my truck while I hunt an archery area, or do you have to commit to a weapon before driving up?

 

[Bucktailpath]

Thanks each and everyone for the help. Uncle Bambi in particular since it very well compiles the long list of necessities. (My head was starting to swim with all the forms and legal speak etc. just to go hunting.)

I have been and always will be a strict follower of the rules. They are especially necessary when we're talking about both wild populations and deadly weapons. I have a great respect for both.

I'll start compiling all the details and will post up a report once I finally get out and hunt. Thanks again!

 

[easymoney]

From what I remember(I haven't hunted FHL after the fees sky rocketed and they came up with that gun pre registration business) you have to declare what weapon and which TA when you sign in at the shack. The rules became more strict because of 09/11/01 and because of some folks not behaving when out in the field.

 

[hntboar]

Your welcome BucktailPath! We all tried to provide you some good insight based on your questions. As I stated earlier, you will be held to the mercy of what areas are open for the weekend you want to go. Best to just go to any areas that are open that weekend and hunt. I have hunting FHL for over 30 years and I can tell you there have been hogs seen, shot at or killed in many of the 30 training areas over the years. 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,13,16,19, 24, 25, 27, 29 and 30 (which I think is 13e). So if any of these areas are open when you go pick one. Good luck and look up me if you are out there and if you see my truck.
HNTBOAR