This species is also so unpredictable in its habits that one of the only successful means of hunting on the Carson is with hounds over a well-defined scent trail over snow cover. Small Game Many have experienced the drumming wing beats of a blue grouse flushing from cover. This experience is heart stopping but also very addicting to the soul. Young hunters have been introduced to the sport by hunting small game and could testify to such addictions. Abundant small game hunting opportunities exist throughout the Carson National Forest.
Small game hunting on the Carson usually means the changing of the seasons from summer to fall.
This gives the small game hunter an opportunity to witness the sheer beauty of the fall s changing colors.