Basics?

[nightman973]

Hey guys. I live in Sussex County. Just want to get into predator hunting but have no clue what I need or where to start setting up. Is there a link or anything where is the best spot to start?

 

Thanks fellas. Appreciate it and pumped.

 

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Day or Night?  Have you any equipment at all?  Rifle, scope?...

 

Bare Minimum

 

Howa 1500 in 223

Scope with a big bell

Light Force 170

Wam caller 

Battery (like the Fios)

Edited October 29, 2016 by username

[nightman973]

I'd like to use a rifle being as from what I've gathered Shotgun at night is a tough way to start. I have a .22 rifle. Need a scope for it. I would need everything else tho. Thanks bud, been digging deep on the research.

 

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I'd like to use a rifle being as from what I've gathered Shotgun at night is a tough way to start. I have a .22 rifle. Need a scope for it. I would need everything else tho. Thanks bud, been digging deep on the research.

 

A 22LR or magnum?  

 

You might do better at night with the shotgun.  The shotgun will not have the range, but its shot pattern will be more forgiving.  The 22lr is a bit anemic - I wouldn't use it, even on vermin, much more than 75-100ya on a calm day.

 

You'll need a scope with a big bell to gather as much light as possible.  There's plenty of good brands out there that won't break the bank: Burris, Bushnell, Nikko-Stirling, Nikon, and Redfield to say the least.

 

I would suggest at least a 50mm bell with moa not mil-dots.

 

If you get a great deal on a 40mm bell, it will work to.

 

Don't worry about an illuminated reticle until you're spending lots of cash.  At night, the light from a Light Force 170 will be more than you need, even out to 200ya, to acquire yote's in the reticle.

 

Are you going to be able to take longer shots?  If so, I would suggest a 223. Lot's of ammo and choices.

 

A Howa 1500 or Remington 700 would be great.  However, a Tikka T3 would be my choice.

 

I would get a 12ga and start at night.  I think it's more fun at night.  With a bit of practice and patience, you should be able to call them right in.

 

I would not bother with an electronic caller.  Overall, I find them unnecessary.  They are useful if you want to setup an ambush site 100 or 200ya away.  You could download some calls to your phone and use it instead, for free.  Just don't forget where you leave it in the field.

[Stevo]

I will be up staying at Stokes a bunch of weekends in Jan. and Feb. to Predator hunt. I'm no expert but we have a few season's under our belt (with some success I might add) and all the equipment. If you would like to join us on a hunt or two your more than welcome. We only Rifle hunt during the day. You will get to see what it's all about and what you need and don't need. It's a lot of fun. All you need is your Rifle, good Camo with face mask and gloves. And a chair and shooting stick. Your .22LR is fine. Don't go out and buy one until you see what it's all about and if you like it. I even have some Rifles you can use if you want. 

[Kype]

.22 lr will be ok for fox. might want to grab a scope though. a caller needs to be in your possession. I bought the icotech 350 and was able to call in fox with it. its just like anything else. start out small see if you like it and then go out and buy better or more equipment. this is my second year. my .17hmr is fine in all but just bought a .223 remington 700.

[Kype]

check out palawmans predatorch lights if you want yo hunt shotgun at night. I bought the lights last year and they are great. very bright. I opted with the red lights but he offers others.

[nightman973]

 

 

.22 lr will be ok for fox. might want to grab a scope though. a caller needs to be in your possession. I bought the icotech 350 and was able to call in fox with it. its just like anything else. start out small see if you like it and then go out and buy better or more equipment. this is my second year. my .17hmr is fine in all but just bought a .223 remington 700.

Right on I hear ya. Just want to have my bases covered. Thanks for the info. I'm thinking I'm gonna grab a scope for my .22lr and give it a shot.

 

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[nightman973]

check out palawmans predatorch lights if you want yo hunt shotgun at night. I bought the lights last year and they are great. very bright. I opted with the red lights but he offers others.

Been looking at them pretty hard. Can't wait to get some OT cash to pull the trigger on one.

 

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[nightman973]

I will be up staying at Stokes a bunch of weekends in Jan. and Feb. to Predator hunt. I'm no expert but we have a few season's under our belt (with some success I might add) and all the equipment. If you would like to join us on a hunt or two your more than welcome. We only Rifle hunt during the day. You will get to see what it's all about and what you need and don't need. It's a lot of fun. All you need is your Rifle, good Camo with face mask and gloves. And a chair and shooting stick. Your .22LR is fine. Don't go out and buy one until you see what it's all about and if you like it. I even have some Rifles you can use if you want.

Stevo, thanks for the offer. I'm definitely going to take you up on it. PM me when is best for you and if there is anything I can do to prep. I'm only 20 minutes from stokes so if I can help let me know! I'll definitely be needing some more winter gear.

 

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[nightman973]

 

 

A 22LR or magnum?

 

You might do better at night with the shotgun. The shotgun will not have the range, but its shot pattern will be more forgiving. The 22lr is a bit anemic - I wouldn't use it, even on vermin, much more than 75-100ya on a calm day.

 

You'll need a scope with a big bell to gather as much light as possible. There's plenty of good brands out there that won't break the bank: Burris, Bushnell, Nikko-Stirling, Nikon, and Redfield to say the least.

 

I would suggest at least a 50mm bell with moa not mil-dots.

 

If you get a great deal on a 40mm bell, it will work to.

 

Don't worry about an illuminated reticle until you're spending lots of cash. At night, the light from a Light Force 170 will be more than you need, even out to 200ya, to acquire yote's in the reticle.

 

Are you going to be able to take longer shots? If so, I would suggest a 223. Lot's of ammo and choices.

 

A Howa 1500 or Remington 700 would be great. However, a Tikka T3 would be my choice.

 

I would get a 12ga and start at night. I think it's more fun at night. With a bit of practice and patience, you should be able to call them right in.

 

I would not bother with an electronic caller. Overall, I find them unnecessary. They are useful if you want to setup an ambush site 100 or 200ya away. You could download some calls to your phone and use it instead, for free. Just don't forget where you leave it in the field.

22lr. I'm thinking I'll switch back and forth between the shotgun and rifle to see what is best. If I like it and decide rifle I'll go from there. I'm gonna look into the sights you suggested. Time to get my Google going.

 

I'm not sure if I'll need the reach or not. I've never gotten out for it so I gotta just jump in with both feet. Thanks for the input appreciate it man.

 

 

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[Njkoren]

I have read that the best time to hunt coyote during the day is early in the morning because they feel secure having just been out patrolling the area, so they would be more likely to leave their bed to respond to your calls. Any truth to this? I also would like to try my hand at coyote after I bag a deer. The areas I hunt deer and turkey are over run and I want to try and do my part.