OK, then. I think I am all set! Been busy as hell keeping up with all this advice but I think I am ready. Can't thank you fellas enough. I'll be sure to let ya know how I do. Never realized the importance of having the proper gear for this kind of sport.

After a thorough search on-line at Bass Pro, I failed to find most of the gear yall suggested. The stuff must be limited to them Filson catalogues (Scout1, is that so?) So, bein' late preparing for the season I had to improvise.

I bought me a dvd on mushrooms, tied up the dog in front of the tv and have been leaving her there to watch it all day this week while I am at work. I think she's ready...sure seems different somehow when I call her.

Gave up looking for a shroom call-maker, but I did find a suitable starter call at Walmart... well at least this guy that sold me this crow call said it would be so I bought two.

Never was one to hire guides. Sandy and I are heading out on our own as soon as it stops snowing and the sun comes out!!!