coyote hunting

[fishinkrop]

I just got a coyote call and am looking to go hunting or just see if I can call one in. Has any one ever done this before and is there good state land I shoud go to.

This is my frist year hunting and dont know much about land laws!!!

[End of the Line]

If you havent already I would start with a couple of resources.

#1- Minnesota Hunting regs book.

#2- Try checking out DVD's "Coming to the Call I & II" by Byron South.

Good luck.

[BryanL]

When I was trying to get new properties to hunt in around New Prague I had several land owners say they would be more than happy to hunt coyotes on there property. Even the ones that said no to deer hunting. One said that all I would have to do is set out in the open with a chicken out and the coyotes would come running in. I guess all I have to figure out is how to get a chicken to stay by my side. LOL. My point is, once you figure out the basics just start knocking on some doors and I'm sure you will find many farmers more than happy to give you access. They will probably tell you right where to set up also. I may consider doing it. My main problem is in weapon choice. I mostly bowhunt. The only two guns I have are a 30.06 and a couple of 12 gauges. Neither are probably the right gun for various reasons. Good luck.

[fishinkrop]

OK so I got that know whats the best gun? and what do I do with the coyote after I take it if I do. I dont know that I will kill one I just wont to see if I can get one to come in.

[riverrat56]

I would check out the new DEAD COYOTE loads, T shot in a heavy shot load, 3 1/2 in availible, I think it would knock a yote dead at a good distance.

[ortonville]

i shoot the new ruger 204 my brother shoot the .233 and my buddy has a 22-250. any one of these guns is a great gun. the .223 is the cheapest to shoot.a 12 ga. with buckshot or the dead coyote loads should do 1 in to about 60 or so yards

[End of the Line]

I agree with Ortonville on those being the best choices. I use a .223 The other couple of caliber that I have and you could consider good as well are a .17 Remington(Centerfire) and a 220 swift.

Ortonville, My sister lives just over the river near Milbank, SD. If I ever come that way any chance we could hook up at talk coyote stuff or maybe even a hunt sometime?

[ortonville]

end of the line,if you ever get out this way just let me know and we can hunt or just shoot the bull

[Valv]

I just got myself a new Savage .243 to hunt coyotes.

That has a great straight shot, and it's economical to buy (it won't break the bank).

I use Winchester Ballistic Silvertip from a suggestion, they will break on a small impact and won't ricochet.

I live in Lonsdale which is 10 miles east of New Prague and 25 miles south of Eagan, if you want to come and try, we can do something together, I am new to this too.

[muzzy]

Hey guys,

You mentioned using Dead Coyote for shot...would I want to use a full choke? I also bowhunt and have only a 30-06. Anyone ever shoot one with one of those????

Muzzy

[BigTen]

At least you won't have to walk over to it and drag it out.....

[fishinkrop]

ya valv I mite be into that if you done mind hunting with a new be Im 24 years old and have not hunted much. because I dnt rilly have any one to hunt with. so if you dont mind and would like a hunting partner let me know

[catmaster1557]

Anyone going out this weekend. I will be going friday and saturday for only my second hunt. Will be hunting in the New Ulm area.

[zumbroric]

We'll probably be out again this weekend, Not sure about driving all the way to New Ulm though.We're north of Rochester. Been getting a few to come to our new Foxpro FX3, but a warm moonlite nite would be better. If Valv or someome had some calling sites near Faribault Thats about an hour drive for us, so could meet up there if interested? We would also like to check the ice on the lakes in sheildsville area, had good luck fishing there other years but not sure how safe it is with this warm weather?

[End of the Line]

Was out all afternoon right up till dark tonight. Set up 5 times and nothing. Still waiting for my new Minaska Bandit caller to show up. South of Wrenshall area.

[Valv]

Got one last night around 9:00pm after calling for few minutes.

If somebody wants to join me, you are welcome, I don't have much ground to hunt, I just sit near my house and scout a large field where there is a lot of activity.

It worked yesterday......

[fisherking01]

Lots of coyotes in the area, not seeing them during the day, but hearing them during the night. The last couple of weeks they have been in the slough bottom 100 yards from my house. There are some pheasants there and they are getting fewer by the week. I have dogs that don't even pay attention to them any more because they are so used to them being there. With the moonlight last night they were there yipping and carrying on at 11;30, They hush at the sign of any movement, and do not come into the field in view. I think there is too much for them to catch and eat yet to get them to resopnd to a call, but I'm going to try tonight. Good luck to you yote hunters.

[iamgmc]

We have are annual preditor hunt this weekend in stevens county,2 and 3 person teams ,two day hunt,peditor controll in it truest form!

[ortonville]

iamgmc,tell me more about this. where is it out of morris? do you have to hunt in stevens county? where is regstration at and how much does it cost

[sid05]

It's hosted by the Donnelly Sportmans Club. It's their 4th year, according to the posters here in Morris.

[iamgmc]

Its the alberta Wildlife Foundation,Alberta MN. registration begins friday nite 1-20-06.i believe the cost is 10.00 a head up to three persons on a team not completely sure on that.1-320-324-7561 is the number at alberta bar and grill where the meeting will be held.

[sid05]

OOPS sorry gmc is right

[Law Firm]

I have never had the opportunity to go coyote hunting before. It sure seems like it would be fun. What are some things that I need or need to know about when getting started. Thanks.