First Predator Hunt

[turkeyfeathers]

SteveD, nicely put up fur   Haven't seen a grey around these parts in forever.

[turkeyfeathers]

Moog, details on your successful squirrel hunt ?  How far of shots ? Guess that new gun is a shooter. Well done

[moog5050]

8 minutes ago, turkeyfeathers said:

Moog, details on your successful squirrel hunt ?  How far of shots ? Guess that new gun is a shooter. Well done

The shots were mostly 30yds and in. I took one shot at about 80 but missed.  And had a few more chances but had a tough time gettting a clear shot.   That gun is more accurate than I am out to about 60.  Then it requires a lot of hold over.   Probably would have done better if we just sat for a while but we decided to walk and try to stalk them.  Had two that we chased round and round and they escaped.   Sneaky little critters.  Shotgun would have been a lot easier.  But less fun.  

[Nomad]

Moog , you inspired me to go sit a bit today too, not long but did a few wounded rabbit calls. Then took down a hang on, and shot an opossum on walk out .

Stopped by landowners ,gave him some good beer, and got permission to build another hut so I can hunt in warm comfort .

[chrisw]

I was always surprised how many deer we would call in predator hunting, the calls seem to make them awful curious.

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[moog5050]

2 hours ago, Stay at home Nomad said:

Moog , you inspired me to go sit a bit today too, not long but did a few wounded rabbit calls. Then took down a hang on, and shot an opossum on walk out .

Stopped by landowners ,gave him some good beer, and got permission to build another hut so I can hunt in warm comfort .

We will get out Larry

[grampy]

That black squirrel is pretty cool!  They are kinda rare around here.  Cool looking pellet gun too!  

So what is your take on your first predator hunt?  Don't give up!  It could be entirely different on another day!  They are intelligent, and can be very challenging to hunt. That to me, is what makes it so fun.  And so exciting when you do connect! 

 

[moog5050]

19 minutes ago, grampy said:

That black squirrel is pretty cool!  They are kinda rare around here.  Cool looking pellet gun too!  

So what is your take on your first predator hunt?  Don't give up!  It could be entirely different on another day!  They are intelligent, and can be very challenging to hunt. That to me, is what makes it so fun.  And so exciting when you do connect! 

 

Your caller worked great Dave.  Thanks.  It was fun.  I wasn’t really sure how long to stay at it.  Did three sets of calls from same spot in about 45 min and then moved to squirrels.  I will definitely give it a go again.  Try a different spot maybe or maybe late afternoon on the field edge.  

Hoping to get out with Treeguy soon. I am sure a little time with him would shorten the learning curve.  

[grampy]

Yes, anytime you can go with someone with experience, it will shorten the learning curve. No doubt Treeguy will be able to fill in some blanks for ya!  The first time you call in, and kill one, you'll be hooked!

[Marion]

No luck on Fox this morning but had fun.  Took a squirrel snack home.  My buddy and I were trading off the pellet gun.  They scamper quick. 3 ain’t going to be much of a meal.   Had a few deer hanging around too.  Bedded within 75yds and never left when we were calling.   Walked by them at less than 20yds and they were calm as could be. 

You racist you killed the black one

You Can't Beat My Meat!!!

[TreeGuy]

Good thing there's no pressure on me...lol. I'm certain at least I can teach you that pred hunting requires patience and doesn't always produce fur.

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[BizCT]

Nobody shot a Mt lion, wolf, or Coywolf yet? Thought they everywhere....


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[moog5050]

6 hours ago, Biz-R-OWorld said:

Nobody shot a Mt lion, wolf, or Coywolf yet? Thought they everywhere....


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I called in both a lion and wolf but wasn’t sure they are legal Biz so they got a pass.  

[doebuck1234]

Getting out there is what its all about.im getting the itch myself...may take a slow walk this morning just to get out in the woods

[TreeGuy]

Nobody shot a Mt lion, wolf, or Coywolf yet? Thought they everywhere....


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I got a lion. Dropped it off at the taxidermist and he denied that it was real... Not sure what to do with it I just threw it over the closest bridge. No worries, I'll get another.

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