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Coyote Hunting - From 10 Yards to over 1,000 Yards
How do I start Coyote Hunting?
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<blockquote data-quote="PartsJr." data-source="post: 2349504" data-attributes="member: 87242"><p>I've hunted fox and coyotes quite a bit in my mid 20's. Now with teen kids that like to hunt I'm starting back up again.</p><p>The two methods I used were calling (rabbit in distress) and spot and stock depending on terrain.</p><p>Calling… I used to drive around in early winter looking for good habitat. With snow on the ground it isn't difficult to locate tracks. I'd knock on the farmers door and introduce myself and ask for permission to hunt. If permission was granted I'd get their phone number and I would always call ahead of time to let them know if I would be hunting, especially when night hunting under a full moon.</p><p>Always play the wind. I'd usually try sit with a decent vantage point, and if possible maybe a little cover (fence line, clump of brush). If there's snow on the ground (usually is when I hunt) I am typically dressed in all white.</p><p>Once settled in I'll call using a rabbit in distress for maybe 15-30 seconds at most and then wait 10-15 minutes. Repeat if you don't see anything.</p><p>I usually only sit at one location for 30 minutes and then I'll pick up and move. If the terrain is broken and shot distances are limited, I'd carry two guns, a 12 ga loaded with lead BB or bigger and my rifle. </p><p></p><p>Spot and stock:</p><p>As the name implies you drive back roads and look. Fox and coyotes will lay up during the day often positioning themselves out of the wind and in the sun to stay warm. This technique requires a lot of stopping and glassing, driving some more, stopping and glassing. Good binoculars are a must. In addition, a spotting scope will help make sure you're not sneaking up on a rock. Been there, done that. Again, with snow on the ground I'm dressed in all white. Snow shoes are often needed. Play the wind, take your time, use terrain to your advantage, try keep your quarry in view to watch their reactions. Sometimes when conditions are perfect you can sneak within 100 yards or closer. When the snow is crunchy, 200 yards is probably as close as you're going to get. </p><p>A good range finder and a rifle that shoots well will get the job done in a lot of different calibers. Before I had a dedicated varmint rifle I used my Win M70 deer rifle in .270. If possible, I'd recommend hunting with a buddy. If you miss the shot and the critter high tails it, sometimes your buddy can drive to the opposite side of the section to intercept. This of course depends on the size of the section.</p><p>A couple of last suggestions…</p><p>Go prepared. Bring a shovel, tow rope, cell phone, map, food, water, warm gear…</p><p>If you get stuck, or nasty weather rolls in, you'll be glad you have it. Let people know where you're going. Get permission from land owner. Follow state hunting laws.</p><p></p><p>Good luck. It's a great way to extend your hunting season!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="PartsJr., post: 2349504, member: 87242"] I’ve hunted fox and coyotes quite a bit in my mid 20’s. Now with teen kids that like to hunt I’m starting back up again. The two methods I used were calling (rabbit in distress) and spot and stock depending on terrain. Calling… I used to drive around in early winter looking for good habitat. With snow on the ground it isn’t difficult to locate tracks. I’d knock on the farmers door and introduce myself and ask for permission to hunt. If permission was granted I’d get their phone number and I would always call ahead of time to let them know if I would be hunting, especially when night hunting under a full moon. Always play the wind. I’d usually try sit with a decent vantage point, and if possible maybe a little cover (fence line, clump of brush). If there’s snow on the ground (usually is when I hunt) I am typically dressed in all white. Once settled in I’ll call using a rabbit in distress for maybe 15-30 seconds at most and then wait 10-15 minutes. Repeat if you don’t see anything. I usually only sit at one location for 30 minutes and then I’ll pick up and move. If the terrain is broken and shot distances are limited, I’d carry two guns, a 12 ga loaded with lead BB or bigger and my rifle. Spot and stock: As the name implies you drive back roads and look. Fox and coyotes will lay up during the day often positioning themselves out of the wind and in the sun to stay warm. This technique requires a lot of stopping and glassing, driving some more, stopping and glassing. Good binoculars are a must. In addition, a spotting scope will help make sure you’re not sneaking up on a rock. Been there, done that. Again, with snow on the ground I’m dressed in all white. Snow shoes are often needed. Play the wind, take your time, use terrain to your advantage, try keep your quarry in view to watch their reactions. Sometimes when conditions are perfect you can sneak within 100 yards or closer. When the snow is crunchy, 200 yards is probably as close as you’re going to get. A good range finder and a rifle that shoots well will get the job done in a lot of different calibers. Before I had a dedicated varmint rifle I used my Win M70 deer rifle in .270. If possible, I’d recommend hunting with a buddy. If you miss the shot and the critter high tails it, sometimes your buddy can drive to the opposite side of the section to intercept. This of course depends on the size of the section. A couple of last suggestions… Go prepared. Bring a shovel, tow rope, cell phone, map, food, water, warm gear… If you get stuck, or nasty weather rolls in, you’ll be glad you have it. Let people know where you’re going. Get permission from land owner. Follow state hunting laws. Good luck. It’s a great way to extend your hunting season! [/QUOTE]
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