Apparently they are early this year as well. Got a shot at one living under the barns today, it's now not tearing up ground around the foundations anymore. It was covered with mange on the back half so I guess I did it a favor.
Soak overnight in milk.
Dredge in flour.
Fry until crispy brown.
Salt and pepper and eat.
Noticed this morning that something has dug under my shed. Yesterday no hole, today a big hole. I'm thinking it's a groundhog so the trap is set and baited with carrots.