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Post by lobster on Nov 12, 2010 1:17:23 GMT -6
I am looking for more insight once again. I would like to hunt coyotes at night. We have alot of these critters in my neck of the woods. Especially at night I do "ok" calling during the day but I think I could do alot better at night w/ a can and night vision. So I am soliciting suggestions about a good nv set up. I would like good quality to accomplish this task. Not sure if it shoud be a weapon mounted scope or goggles. Or somthing that I could use for both. Any one have any experience in this area ?
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Post by Chaindriven on Nov 19, 2010 8:41:44 GMT -6
I'm sorry, I don't have a lot of experience or information regarding nite vision equipment. However a full moon has always been a factor in when I attempt a night hunt. I only hunt pig or coyote at night. The area chosen to hunt needs to have a few things. Firstly, a large population of coyotes is required. Secondly, open areas to call the coyotes into the open to see them before they are too close. Thirdly, seclusion, not necessary but really helps. Coyotes have begun living close to us true, however you’ll find larger numbers in secluded locations. Blend in with the surroundings. Coyotes are very timid and will not stick around if you’re spotted. Use camouflage to match it. Cover is a good. Being behind brush or trees also helps. If you’re planning to use a call, this is important, remember the coyote will be looking right at you. You need camouflage your scent. Some kind of attracting scent like bobcat or rabbit urine. Predator calls are the single most effective tool for hunting coyotes. The rabbit in distress call works best. My favorite rifle for smaller game like coyotes is a.223 with a 55 grain ballistic tip. You have to place your shot well for this round to be effective. One thing however, check local laws for coyote hunting. The public hunting land in my area requires coyote hunters to use rimfire rifles. Coyotes are night hunters, so your chances of spotting one will be late afternoon or early morning. The popular time to hunt coyotes is at night, however some municipalities will not allow this. I typically hunt just before sun down or sun up. Coyotes are looking for diner all the time, take advantage of this.Your position should be on a rise or top of a hill to enable a downward kill. Just a personal preference. (I always want my round to enter earth.) That’s just me. Old deer stands work great. You don't want the coyote sneaking up on you because you couldn't see it coming. You definitely want to see him before he sees you, and binoculars do this. Do not use the scope for spotting! Dangerous practice and creates excess movement. Binoculars will help keep any movement to a minimum. (Using scopes for spotting in the field is reckless; it could be other hunters you’re pointing the business end of your rifle at.) Always be downwind of the location you believe the coyote will come from. Good luck my friend.
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Post by lobster on Nov 22, 2010 5:18:02 GMT -6
Thanks for all of the good info. Much appreciated. I still want to hunt at night and consequently I need to find affordable yet good quality NV. I head that ATN has some good stuff, still expensive but that seems to be the nature of the beast. Nice Yote in the picture. Right now they are at their prime here in my area. Big snow storm is blowing in. Going after Chukkar this comming Tuesday, The heavy snow fall will undoubtably congragate them .We will see.....
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