Predator Hunting 101

CoyoteRayG · 02-10-2009, 02:18 PM

Today I attended John Brody's (aka Rusty) predator hunting class. I would like to say that it was one of the best hunting experiences I have had.

I have been trying to figure out how to hunt coyotes for about four months with no success. A friend and I attended one of John's seminars and gained a lot of info, but after talking with each other we decided that one of us should take the class and cut our learning curve way down.

The class started out meeting John and sitting and discussing what the plan was for the day, some of the ground rules and generally getting to know each other. We then went to our first stand of the day and called in two coyotes. I have watched several of the "Truth" videos and was really getting disenchanted with the ease in which they seem to call the coyotes in and my inability to do it just like they do. Those two coyotes were straight from one of those videos. I spotted one walking about 300 yards out and we both dropped to a knee. John gave a soft call and the coyote started running right for us. Then we saw the other one and it looked like they were racing to get to us. Unfortunately due to some "equipment failure" (read coyote fever

) the two critters managed to elude us. We then went to several other locations and had no success, but each stand presented us with a chance to discuss what we did wrong and right and to learn a lot more. John was very easy to get along with and VERY knowledgeable about predator hunting. I think that even if you have been hunting for years this oppertunity would be well worth taking.

Thanks John!

CoyoteRayG

Rusty · 02-10-2009, 03:18 PM

Thanks Ray!

It was great hosting you for my "In the-Field" Predator Hunting Class. I can easily remember my first coyote and your first face to face encounter with a "called in" yote will stick with you forever.

As for Coyote Fever, if you didn't get it once in a while, you probably are in the wrong sport. Everyone misses! All you can hope for is more chances and with your new found skills, I'm positive that time will come a lot sooner than you expect.

Again, thanks for the very kind words. The pleasure was all mine.

John Brody

aka "Rusty"

Mad Mikey · 02-10-2009, 04:42 PM

Rusty, how about a seminar out in these parts sometime?

coyote killer · 02-11-2009, 09:52 AM

how do i go abouts getting in on one of these seminars? Im always up for learning new ways or tactics to hunt.

Parrot Head · 02-11-2009, 11:04 AM

I am new to this web site and when I read about your coyote feaver I have to tell an unfortunate story on myself. I have been a predator hunter for many years and until two weeks ago I thought I had kicked the coyote feaver... I was wrong. Over the past several years I have been involved in a friendly competetion with some fellow predator hunters over year end coyote numbers and am the victor for 2008. Part of this competition involves a payout of one 6-pack to the participant who reaches any new milestone within the competition. Two weeks ago while walking through my livingroom I glanced out the window and saw what I thought to be the largest coyote in history, and scoring one off the livingroom couch is not a new milestone but a good story none the less. Resting over the couch I peered through the scope to see not one, but two pairs of ears. OOOOOO a double, two dogs with one shot!!!! Never seen or attempted in our circle of fanatics. Long story short I started thinking about the story I was going to tell of my conquest before I pulled the trigger..... MISTAKE I got the feaver and was high by a few inches. Missed the double, didn't get the 6-pack, learned a lesson. Good luck in your future adventures.

nevermiss · 02-11-2009, 11:27 AM

I would definitely consider seeing this or another seminar if they would discuss night hunting. I've called in plenty of 'em during the day, but don't seem to have the right touch after sunset. And I think I know about scenting, the 360 degree approach, lighting and so forth, but I still don't get as many as I know are out there. Wonder whycome?

Rusty · 02-11-2009, 11:47 AM

Remember, I am holding a Predator Hunting Seminar on Feb. 24th at the Beavercreek Armory! You MUST pre-register as space is limited to 20 people ONLY.

Call them at: 503-629-9310 to make your reservation.

Rusty

aka~John Brody

Butcher45 · 02-12-2009, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Rusty

Remember, I am holding a Predator Hunting Seminar on Feb. 24th at the Beavercreek Armory! You MUST pre-register as space is limited to 20 people ONLY.

Call them at: 503-629-9310 to make your reservation.

Rusty

aka~John Brody

Why can we not shoot coyote on public land at night?

I managed to call two coyotes in at night about a week ago while hunting bobcat.

Don Becker · 02-12-2009, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Butcher45

Why can we not shoot coyote on public land at night? . . . .

Because it's against the law.

I don't know the rationale behind it being illegal. 'Seems like it would be an effective way to get them better under control. Don

astraflyr · 02-12-2009, 04:45 PM

Can you shoot them on private land at night? There was a pile 20 feet from my door and only 15 feet from my sleeping dog in the kennel.

huntsforfood · 02-12-2009, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by astraflyr

Can you shoot them on private land at night? There was a pile 20 feet from my door and only 15 feet from my sleeping dog in the kennel.

from what i understand, you can shoot them at night and can use a spotlight, but not from a vehicle you have to have a battery powered light and away from a vehicle. correct me if i am wrong...

Moe · 02-13-2009, 06:07 AM

Only on private property and with the permission of the landowner. I'm speaking about Oregon.