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Me to but I think this one hanging out in by back yard and a couple of it's buddies could be pushing it. Their tracks are huge.

I have a similar type from Cabela's but only use them when it is super cold and they help. I only use them on the ground because if it's that cold I am definitely not sitting in a stand off the ground. I bought a bigger size so they slip off and on pretty easy and I can fold them up and stick them in my pack. https://www.amazon.com/Icebreaker-Blanket-Large-Mossy-Breakup/dp/B0002EET0Q You can also stick a hand warmer in them to make them even cozier

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Those would be my choices also

I carry a Browning hi-power .40 s&w with 180 grain hollow points for when and if one comes in close and I can't swing the long gun without being spotted. Got a couple with it and they didn't go far. Nice shooting caliber with the oomph of a .357 without the recoil.

I have a 12-12 pitch so I don't have to worry about that. I rate cutting grass right along with raking leaves.

What state do you live in??? Mowing is one thing I NEVER miss. I would rather blow it than mow it any day of the week.

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Very true but a coyote is a coyote regardless of where they reside. The only difference is they tend to be a little bigger in New York

I for one do not hate coyotes, black bears, or much of anything. But when they become destructive and more aggressive I thing steps should be taken to reduce the impact they have on others.

Mother nature can be very cruel for sure but in my opinion the coyote has a tendency to be more aggressive and non-selective when it comes to killing and I believe they have a significant effect on the fawn population at least in this area. I have lived at this location for 23+years and 2019 was the first year I never saw a fawn the entire summer. I have numerous pictures of coyotes on trail cams behind my house and it is becoming evident they are becoming more numerous and bold in their travels. Their numbers have grown and a coyote by itself is usually not a big deal but when they start running and hunting in groups I think they are less selective when it comes to their prey and their kills become victims of opportunity instead of kills for food.

How Much Venison Are Coyotes Eating? https://www.qdma.com/how-much-venison-are-coyotes-eating/

Contests are not about killing coyotes. Contests are about winning the "big" prize whether is a big cash payout, new gun, fancy thermal or night vision. The number of coyotes taken in a contest will do nothing to reduce the "overall" population. There are not enough contests to have a impact on the "overall" population. It does happen while few actually witness it. We do need to kill coyotes or live with the consequences of their kills.

The link I provided should give you all you need to get started. Both areas are pretty hilly and get very steep in some spots but there are areas to hunt. Both areas get traffic from hikers, skiers, snowshoers, etc. The good news is snowmobiles or motorized vehicles are not allowed. It does get hunting pressure but could not truthfully tell you how much. https://gisservices.dec.ny.gov/gis/dil/

If you lived to be a 100 you could not possibly hunt all the state land in and around your area. The biggest problem you will run into is areas were they don't plow the roads. A lot of them can only be accessed by snowmobile, walking or skiing. You can usually drive up to the borders and walk, snowmobile or ski in as far as you are able. Some of the areas I have hunted down that way are drivable up to a point but 4-wheel drive is a must. https://gisservices.dec.ny.gov/gis/dil/

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That is what sucks about this state. It is a NEW York State permit and counties are allowed to dictate to their residents what they can and cannot do. I can come to Oneida county and carry but someone that resides there can't. FYI They can issue a non-restricted but don't make it clear how one gets issued, https://www.ocgov.net/oneida/pistolpermits/applinfo I bet if a good Lawyer pushed it with this group the policy would change.

It use to be that way and in some cases it may still be true but as a rule you only want enough light to catch their eyes which doesn't take much. Since they have come out with all the fancy and powerful models so hunters can shoot and identify farther; the lights have become very bright. The brighter lights have improved shooting opportunities and can help spot a critter farther but up close (a 100 yards or less) in most cases don't use more than you need. You will occasionally get one that comes charging in regardless and have seen some shot with white lights but have also seen a ton spook as soon as a light hits them regardless of the color. That's one reason Night Vision and Thermal has become so popular.

I have had my permit for quite a few years and only started carrying on a regular basis the last couple of years. The way our society is going you never know when some nut job is going to show up in your life or the lives of others and change your life forever. Like @airedale says being prepared for any situation is the best thing. I would much rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it.

Glad you got out and it was a good night for sure but that light is way to bright for shining. You need to keep it turned down just enough to spot eyes and only turn it up when ready to make the shot. If you are shining with that light and cannot dim it you will more than likely spook anything that responds.

One can never tell how many are actually there based on howling. One or two can sound like 10 and one or two could have a bunch with them that don't say a word. The most I have ever had come to a call at once that I could see and count was 5. It was a moonlit night with snow on the ground and I could see them plain as day with out a light.