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6. Snipes move further North towards the close of April. 



7. The young brood generally consists of four. 



8. Snipes are very fickle, shy, and uncertain in their move- 

 ments. 



9. Snipes almost invariably fly against the wind ; therefore 

 hunt them with the wind on your back. 



10. Old and slow Dogs are most suitable for this sport when 

 the Birds are pleyitij ; when scarce, a fast but cautious, as well as 

 experienced, Dog is most serviceable. Young and heedless 

 animals are far better at home under either contingency. 



11. A " crack Snipe-shot" is good on all other kinds of Game 

 Birds. 



12. Snipes fly in "Wisps," and not in flocks ; therefore say a 

 "Wisp of Snipes," and not a flock. 



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