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Draw Hunts - Alligator #5864245 08/05/15 02:45 PM
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I got selected for an alligator permit. Has anyone done this before who could offer any tips? I have watched videos online about hook and bait but that's about the extent of my knowledge on alligator hunting.

Re: Draw Hunts - Alligator [Re: NV_HogHunter] #5864350 08/05/15 03:53 PM
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We have been to J.D. Murphree WMA on two alligator hunts, nothing first time but got two the second time. My son and two buddies got 3 last year. PM me with your question's and I'll try to help.

Re: Draw Hunts - Alligator [Re: NV_HogHunter] #5864415 08/05/15 04:35 PM
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You might PM Sniper John. He has been on several gator hunts and had a lot of success.

Re: Draw Hunts - Alligator [Re: NV_HogHunter] #5864425 08/05/15 04:42 PM
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A lightweight but steady boat, 10hp+ outboard, trolling motor, and a pushpole.
Some 300-600lb line
big NON Stainless hook
rotten chicken

Pretty much all you need.


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Re: Draw Hunts - Alligator [Re: NewJeep] #5866592 08/06/15 08:52 PM
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Originally Posted By: NewJeep
A lightweight but steady boat, 10hp+ outboard, trolling motor, and a pushpole.
Some 300-600lb line
big NON Stainless hook
rotten chicken

Pretty much all you need.


Yep. Simple as that. You will also need a cheap shotgun that is no big deal if you lose it overboard. I've got an old H&R single shot 20 gauge that worked great. Picked it up at a pawn shop for $50. #6 low brass shells at a distance of a couple of inches do just fine.

For the hook and line, here is what I used.

http://fishnetco.com/component/content/article?id=351:gator-getter

Good luck!

Re: Draw Hunts - Alligator [Re: NV_HogHunter] #5866623 08/06/15 09:10 PM
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You might let us know which hunt you were drawn for. Comparing Daughtry, Mad Island, Murphree for example. Each are different in how they are hunted.

Re: Draw Hunts - Alligator [Re: NV_HogHunter] #5866634 08/06/15 09:15 PM
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Lucky you, didn't get drawn best of luck!


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