In today’s post, we will cover a few of the most common terms you might hear when having a game fence installed. Airfield. An airfield is a relatively small area of land where airplanes can land, take off, and be stored. They are often private, but many farming communities have resident-owned airfields used exclusively for …
Many people mistakenly believe that the only type of fencing available is either chain-link or privacy. Thankfully, there are many options, high-tensile be one of them. Fencing is used to keep people and animals out or, depending on your needs, contained within a designated space. At Straight Shooter Game Fencing, we specialize in high fence …
When you live in the country, your land faces obstacles that people in the city do not typically experience. Deer nibbling on your cabbage, coyotes in the chicken pen, and farm dogs running a little too free can all make it more difficult to enjoy your estate. Unfortunately, it is often cost-prohibitive to fence hundreds …
If you use a personal aircraft to run your farm, then you know owning a plane, even a small one, is a lot of work. There’s maintenance, storage, and permits, and you have to have a keen understanding of the way this machinery works. You may have already found out just how expensive storage is, …
If you’ve ever dreamed of leaving the rat race, keep reading. Here, we’ll cover a few things you should know before you make the leap from office to agriculture. Keep reading for advice on everything from high fence to farm financing. Are You Ready? Before you turn in your two-week notice, spend some time on …
If you have a small home garden, you’ve no doubt been met with dismay more than once with a half-eaten stalk of something. Deer are opportunity eaters and will nibble on anything that looks appetizing, especially in urban areas where food is scarce. Deer can enter Just because you have a fence around the yard …
If you’ve ever thought about turning your land into a hunter’s haven, you’re biggest question is likely, “Do I have enough room?” The goods news is that you can start hunting with a few as five acres of open area, but there’s more to it than just a place to shoot. Factors The amount of …
What is Game Fencing / Game Fence Fencing Facts / By Straight Shooter Game Fencing Game fencing has many names. It’s known as high fence, deer fence, and whitetail fence. However, no matter what you call it, game fencing refers to a tall, high-tensile perimeter barrier. Chances are, if you’re thinking of having a fence …
If you’re ready to make the leap from homeowner to homesteader, keep reading for more information on the top five pieces of farm equipment you’ll need to succeed. Note: this list assumes you already own a tractor. Rototiller A powered rototiller will significantly reduce the time it takes to get your land ready …
Whitetail deer are one of the most abundant species in the US with a population of more than 30 million. They are fast reproducers and have the ability to double their numbers in just two years. That’s a lot of mouths to feed and deer are opportunistic eaters that aren’t picky about where they dine. …
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