phillyphan Report post Posted July 10, 2014 I was wondering how all of you set your kids up for shots when out hunting. My son got drawn for Deer and Javelina this year, so I'm trying to figure out some better ways to get him set up to take a shot if the opportunity presents itself. Last year during his Javelina hunt I had a hard time setting him up on the shooting sticks. It just seems to take too long. Do you use shooting sticks, tripod, etc? When we're on level ground with them, the shooting sticks seem to be his only option since the rifle is way too heavy at this point for him to aim and shoot without any support. Just wanted to hear different peoples techniques or ideas. Thanks in advance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DUG Report post Posted July 10, 2014 Primos trigger stick tripod is a good way to go. I have my girls use them. A tree is a good rest when in the forest. I like to sit and use tripod stix if I have time. Congrats on his tags! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phillyphan Report post Posted July 10, 2014 Primos trigger stick tripod is a good way to go. I have my girls use them. A tree is a good rest when in the forest. I like to sit and use tripod stix if I have time. Congrats on his tags! That's the trigger stick he currently uses. After the first time out with it the legs are sticking already. They don't move smoothly up and down so I have to bang them on the rocks to close. I was disappointed with them after spending over $100 for them. Maybe I just need to clean them up then. Thanks for the input. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oz31p Report post Posted July 10, 2014 I've have good luck with youth and the gun claw 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PRDATR Report post Posted July 10, 2014 I took a dead sapling I had made into a hiking stick and found a rubber coated lag bolt type hanger at Home Depot that was made to hang garden tools from and had my kids sit down and shoulder the rifle. I then marked the stick and drilled a hole in it so I could screw the hanger into it. I also did it with them kneeling and standing. I would keep it in my pocket until they were ready to take the shot. We also did lots and lots and lots of practice with 22's and the rifle which I had cut two inches off the stock so it fit them. This was about 15 years ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thegunsmith2506 Report post Posted July 10, 2014 What I have found that works best for me when helping youth, or any new hunter, is a tripod with a "V" shaped rest on top. I get the tripod set for the right height, and then leave it that way. I carry the tripod, and when we find game, I set it up for them. All they have to do is put the gun on it. It has worked very well for me the last few years. Another thing to think about is how well the gun fits the shooter. If the LOP is too long, and the eye relief on the scope is too long, they will have a hard time finding the target. Nothing can replace gun fit and practice IMO. Congrats on the tags! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHT_MTNMAN Report post Posted July 10, 2014 Good heavy tripod and gun claw works the best IMO... It is heavy but absolutely rock solid....you can't beat it for young hunters or new hunters... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tdub Report post Posted July 10, 2014 I bought the claw because I was worried about my daughter and nephew being able to locate the animal in the scope. My daughter ended up doing better in a hurried situation shooting off a bipod because she was able to locate the animal pretty well. The claw worked perfect for my nephew because he couldn't find the animals. I really like the claw you just need to have it ready and set up incase you have a hurried situation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phillyphan Report post Posted July 10, 2014 I bought the claw because I was worried about my daughter and nephew being able to locate the animal in the scope. My daughter ended up doing better in a hurried situation shooting off a bipod because she was able to locate the animal pretty well. The claw worked perfect for my nephew because he couldn't find the animals. I really like the claw you just need to have it ready and set up incase you have a hurried situation. Never heard of the claw. I guess I better look into that since a few of you have mentioned it now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
huntjunkie Report post Posted July 10, 2014 Stoney point bipod. Works great, adjusts easy and attaches to the gun so it won't fall over if you have to adjust. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001HBHNR4?pc_redir=1404948172&robot_redir=1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twigsnapper Report post Posted July 10, 2014 We always shot remington model 700's and my dad always had us practice with a 17 rem with the same scope as we hunted with. Back then a 6X bushnell. We practiced a lot and were never scared of the gun. Getting them use to finding objects in the scope is critical, even if they use a 22. I did the same thing with my wife and it worked well. I carry my tripod with the legs extended so she can shoot standing up with me at all times and use it as a rest. I have look at those primos sticks and can see the value and speed in setup. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Norteno Report post Posted July 10, 2014 Primos trigger stick tripod is a good way to go. I have my girls use them. A tree is a good rest when in the forest. I like to sit and use tripod stix if I have time. Congrats on his tags! That's the trigger stick he currently uses. After the first time out with it the legs are sticking already. They don't move smoothly up and down so I have to bang them on the rocks to close. I was disappointed with them after spending over $100 for them. Maybe I just need to clean them up then. Thanks for the input. It is hit or miss with the Primos Trigger Sticks. A lot of reviews on Amazon quote the same problem you are having. I use the tripod version and love it, never had a problem. It is sturdy enough to use as a walking stick and you can adjust height in a second. Best solution, put The Claw on top of the trigger stick and walk around with it at your desired height. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phillyphan Report post Posted July 10, 2014 Primos trigger stick tripod is a good way to go. I have my girls use them. A tree is a good rest when in the forest. I like to sit and use tripod stix if I have time. Congrats on his tags! That's the trigger stick he currently uses. After the first time out with it the legs are sticking already. They don't move smoothly up and down so I have to bang them on the rocks to close. I was disappointed with them after spending over $100 for them. Maybe I just need to clean them up then. Thanks for the input. It is hit or miss with the Primos Trigger Sticks. A lot of reviews on Amazon quote the same problem you are having. I use the tripod version and love it, never had a problem. It is sturdy enough to use as a walking stick and you can adjust height in a second. Best solution, put The Claw on top of the trigger stick and walk around with it at your desired height. I have the tripod version. I wrote Primos. I'm hoping they have some kind of warranty or are willing to help me out with the problem. Where do you find the claw at? I keep finding slings when I type in the claw in google. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rcdinaz Report post Posted July 10, 2014 I have two daughters and we have tried a lot of different supports. My dad walks with a monopod with the v rest on top. My daughter shot her first deer at 12 off of it but it was inside of 150 yards. We practice off of a table, sitting off of sticks or bipod, and laying using backpack or bipod. I will always get them to lay down if I have the option. However laying down has yet to be an option, probably because I want them shooting at 300yds or less for now and on shorter shots stuff is always obstructing line of sites. If I carried only one item item would be simple shooting sticks. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stanley Report post Posted July 10, 2014 I agree with rcdinaz and many others on hree. Lots of opinions, but it all depends on the rifle, the youth (and their experience), and the conditions. My three kids all started using simple shooting sticks. (We all still use them if the conditions warrent.....) It seemed like the sticks worked well with them sitting on their butt or kneeling. I would often be kneeling next to them and maybe helping them to initially steady the rifle. Also, no matter what you settle on LOT'S and LOT'S of practice! Here's my little sweetie with one of her VERY early shooting experiences. You can tell it was a bit awkward..... (She sure liked shooting that little Browning .22 auto though! ) Here she is at a slightly older age while on her first deer hunt. She was much more comfortable on the sticks at this point...... Getting some "coaching" from my buddy, Troy! I bought The Claw and tried it a few times, but the sticks (or just the top of a tripod) seemed to work just about as good. My opinion...... No matter what you do, just keep getting those kids out!!! S. PS: Sorry for large pic size. Tried to re-size on Photobucket but it's not working for some reason. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
