A bit more snow last night

[North East]

Time get to serious for the winter hunting escapades. It was -7C up there last night and has not risen much during the day. That should get the Sambar on the move to lower altitudes. Just have get off my arse and get into it.

[joker]

That looks great mate. Not to sure about cold though lol

[Sam45]

I reckon I will be back down in the middle of July Time for a nice Stag Awesome Photo BTW

[North East]

That looks great mate. Not to sure about cold though lol

You get used to it. I use Gore-Tex parkas, Windstopper fleeces and thermal underwear if it's really cold. Then you just have to find the deer which is a mission.

[Combat_Wombat]

Lucky buggers it was a cool QLD day it dropped below 30 planning to make the move down south in the best 12 months.

[bigfellascott]

Very nice pic NE - we came close to snow here too, a few flakes here and there but nothing much, tonight we are looking at -4 (don't think we will see any snow as no moisture about) but ya never can tell (we've had snow in Summer at times) so you can't rule it out.

[North East]

Very nice pic NE - we came close to snow here too, a few flakes here and there but nothing much, tonight we are looking at -4 (don't think we will see any snow as no moisture about) but ya never can tell (we've had snow in Summer at times) so you can't rule it out.

Yeh is looks pretty cool when then clouds clear and the summits peaks through. That Mt Bogong. the highest mountain in Victoria....in my backyard.

[bigfellascott]

Very nice pic NE - we came close to snow here too, a few flakes here and there but nothing much, tonight we are looking at -4 (don't think we will see any snow as no moisture about) but ya never can tell (we've had snow in Summer at times) so you can't rule it out.

Yeh is looks pretty cool when then clouds clear and the summits peaks through. That Mt Bogong. the highest mountain in Victoria....in my backyard.

And what a beautiful backyard mate, do you get snow down around your house or just up on the hills?

[North East]

Very nice pic NE - we came close to snow here too, a few flakes here and there but nothing much, tonight we are looking at -4 (don't think we will see any snow as no moisture about) but ya never can tell (we've had snow in Summer at times) so you can't rule it out.

Yeh is looks pretty cool when then clouds clear and the summits peaks through. That Mt Bogong. the highest mountain in Victoria....in my backyard.

And what a beautiful backyard mate, do you get snow down around your house or just up on the hills?

Used to get a lot of snow around my place but times have changed. El-Nino and Global Warming appear to be real influences. Bushfire activity had also increased over summer during dry thunderstorms.

Just have to get the Sambar deer to co-operate this winter.

[bigfellascott]

I'm sure it will snow down that low again one day mate, seems to go in cycles (where I am I've seen old pics of vehicles completely buried in snow, haven't seen much more than half a foot to a foot of snow since I moved here around 3yrs ago.

I don't mind the snow but wouldn't want to be living in it non stop for 3 or 4mths or more, that would drive me nuts in the end I reckon.

And good luck with the big brown cows this season, lots of pics when you nail a few.

[North East]

I'm sure it will snow down that low again one day mate, seems to go in cycles (where I am I've seen old pics of vehicles completely buried in snow, haven't seen much more than half a foot to a foot of snow since I moved here around 3yrs ago.

I don't mind the snow but wouldn't want to be living in it non stop for 3 or 4mths or more, that would drive me nuts in the end I reckon.

And good luck with the big brown cows this season, lots of pics when you nail a few.

I spent 10 years working in ski resorts over here and USA....it's a laugh a minute.

Just have to get moose this winter.

[headspace]

I like snow..to look at but it's a mongrel thing if your gears not up to scratch. Looks like you've got it sorted NE.
JD

[bigfellascott]

I like snow..to look at but it's a mongrel thing if your gears not up to scratch. Looks like you've got it sorted NE.
JD

Too right mate, I don't like going out in it too much either, I'm lucky as it will snow and be gone in a day or two which is fine by me, I enjoy seeing it and having a bit of fun in it with the kids etc but that's about it, not interested in camping in it or going shooting in it if I can avoid it.

[Noisydad]

That is a very pretty pic. As much as I like seeing those piles of dirt (Lady Noisy isn't to far from this pic) , I'm afraid I like my north central Victorian FLAT country where you don't need things like handbrakes or spirit levels lol.

[North East]

That is a very pretty pic. As much as I like seeing those piles of dirt (Lady Noisy isn't to far from this pic) , I'm afraid I like my north central Victorian FLAT country where you don't need things like handbrakes or spirit levels lol.

I never walk up or down these mountains....always traverse....simply to difficult....and bad for my smoking.

[Blackened]

Thats perty!

Great looking spot.

Victorian hunting, hey

[North East]

Thats perty!

Great looking spot.

Victorian hunting, hey

We might be able to hunt anywhere but it's very tough going up here. No guarantees.

[Seconds]

That and freezing your ******** off

[North East]

That and freezing your ******** off

Wear the right clothing and it's no problems.

[Bark]

It's all about layers.

And make sure the outside one is waterproof (or at least proof-ish)

[bigfellascott]

My bedroom window was frozen shut the other night with the cold we had, I went to open it and see what the frost was like and FMD it was frozen in place! it was -7 so it was probably warmer in my freezer than outside

You can leave your beer outside in winter here but it will freeze! G'teed as does cooking oil (it goes into a solidified blob type thing and won't pour until you run it under the hot water for a bit.

[North East]

It's all about layers.

And make sure the outside one is waterproof (or at least proof-ish)

These are the boots I wear when hunting on or above the snow line. Canadian Sorel's rated to about -30C, I got them in Canada many years ago. That and Gore-Tex parkas, Windstopper fleeces, thermal under wear are required. I don't worry about the camo gear when trying to stay warm.

[bigfellascott]

Yeah the Sorrels are good, Baxters do a version too and are Aussie Made from memory.

http://baxterfootwear.com.au/products/snow-boot/

[bigfellascott]

We had some snow here overnight, around 3 or 4cm but also got some rain around 6am and she's all gone now.

[Wes]

Those boots look the business

[bigfellascott]

Those boots look the business

Yeah you need something good to keep the Tootsies warm and those boots are designed for the job.

[North East]

Those boots look the business

Nothing worse than having cold feet walking around in the snow. The Sorel's are comfortable, waterproof and very cosy on the feet.

[bigfellascott]

Those boots look the business

Nothing worse than having cold feet walking around in the snow. The Sorel's are comfortable, waterproof and very cosy on the feet.

That's the secret to dealing with snow and cold conditions, keep the feet warm and comfortable, sensible clothing that keeps you warm and wind out from the inevitable cold winds that are common on those conditions.

[North East]

Those boots look the business

Nothing worse than having cold feet walking around in the snow. The Sorel's are comfortable, waterproof and very cosy on the feet.

That's the secret to dealing with snow and cold conditions, keep the feet warm and comfortable, sensible clothing that keeps you warm and wind out from the inevitable cold winds that are common on those conditions.

That right....you can't hunt in the high country if you are freezing....dump the camo gear and just stay warm. Very often you with be stationary for hours on end and possibly in snow....move little and look a lot.

[Vati]

Nothing worse than having cold feet walking around in the snow.

Yeah there is something about your feet.

If the rest of you is a bit cold you can deal with it, as soon as the feet are wet and cold it's misery.