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Outdoors commentary: Crossbow hunting approved — but not for archery season
New York’s legislature has passed legislation that lays the groundwork for a crossbow big game hunting season in the state starting in October, 2011 — but not in the traditional archery season.
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Citizen science – When sewage regulations muddied waters in Palmer, Ralph Hulbert and his family waded in
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Moving beyond the Indo-Pak ‘peace talks’
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Alright, I just got my “Flextone” Game Caller in the mail, and it contains many different animals. But in my state of Pennsylvania, you are only allowed electronic calls for coyotes, bobcats, foxes, and crows. I might take it out this weekend and try it on the wise ‘ol coyotes, and was wondering about the most effective way to use it. The call contains the following coyote sounds:

Coyote Bark
Coyote Female Challenge
Male Communicative
Coyote Pup 3 Weeks Distress
Coyote Pup Group Howl

There are also………

Cottontail Distress
Deer Mouse Squeak
Vole Mouse Squeak

Also numerous bird distresses

So, any predator hunters out there, what type of pattern would you follow? Or what type of calls should I focus on most? Thanks.

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You can hunt turkeys in the spring and in the fall. You always need a permit if you are going to hunt turkeys. The spring and fall permits, however, are different. The spring permit allows you to hunt in a specific area during one of the 5-day turkey hunting periods. In the fall, your permit will enable you to hunt any day during the season, as long as it is within the zone listed on the permit. Once you have obtained your turkey hunting permit, there are a number of things you can do to have a successful outing.  Be prepared to practice patience. Turkey hunting takes a lot of patience. Spring turkey hunting involves less patience, as you make hen turkey sounds to try to get a gobbler to come to you. Turkeys do not mate in the fall, though, so you will have to patiently engage in stand hunting. Stand hunting involves finding a spot and then waiting for the turkey to come to you.  Since you will at some point be hunting turkeys in the spring, you must become familiar with the several devices used to make a turkey sound. There are two main types. One is called a friction call, which is produced by rubbing two surfaces together. The other is a mouth call.

This occurs when air is either inhaled or exhaled. A third type of caller, a shaker, creates a “gobble” noise when you shake it in a rapid motion.  Regardless of which type of call you will be using, you must practice the call diligently. You will also learn a lot by listening to the turkeys themselves. They are the best examples to follow. Listen to live turkeys or a calling recording. You can also get help by contacting an experienced turkey hunter. Turkeys are capable of making more than two dozen different calls. Most hunters, however, can only notice about 10. Their sounds include the yelp, the cluck, the purr, the cackle, and the most familiar sound of them all, the gobble. Make yourself familiar with each of these turkey calls.   The most important thing you will do to ensure a pleasurable turkey hunting experience is to practice safety. Turkey hunting, as with all forms of hunting, poses a threat to those who do not use caution and wisdom in the field. Use gobble calls only when you are locating a tom. Do not use it to attract one. This will cause another hunter to think that you are a turkey. You run the risk of being shot if this happens. Keep your hands and head camouflaged when you make turkey calls.  

There are other things you can do to ensure your safety and the safety of others. Never stalk a turkey. Do not get closer than 100 yards to a gobbler. Choose a calling site that allows you to see at least 40 yards in all directions. Do not move an uncovered decoy. Wear an orange cap or gloves while walking, as your camouflaged clothing can be mistaken for a turkey by other hunters. Most shooting accidents happen because one hunter mistakes another hunter as game.

Finally, remember the three basic rules of hunting:  

1. Treat each and every gun as if it is loaded.

2. Always point the muzzle in a safe direction, away from others.

3. Be 100% sure of your target.  Following these rules and guidelines will allow you to have a successful turkey-hunting season, be it spring or fall. As with all forms of hunting, safety is always your highest priority. Keep this in mind, and you are ready for the upcoming season. Have as much fun as you can while practicing as much safety as you can.

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I am new to hunting for coyote. I just bought a new coyote call that is set up for wireless sounds. What is the best way to hunt them with a caller. Should I have a tree stand or what info would be great. Tahnks.

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Among the bird hunting genres, goose hunting occupies a special place providing a real challenge to hunting enthusiasts fed up with duck or pheasant hunting. Although hunting for geese is a popular practice in North America mainly, it is surprisingly bellow such types of hunting as raccoon or deer hunting. But goose hunting does have its fans, especially in the northern states of the U.S and Canada, and they are not few. So what stops goose hunting from becoming a leader among the hunting varieties of Americans?

One hint towards a relevant answer on the issue can be found in the goose’s anatomical structure. Even though it is a rather large creature, it has a very small area of vulnerability or vital zone. This means that shooting a goose anywhere outside that area will most often result in the bird’s escape. It is estimated that the area of vulnerability is only one tenth of the bird’s total size. As a result, you are forced to give your best shot every time, and even that can’t always get you the success you hope for. On the other hand, luck is an important companion of any hunter and without it hunting would be like a complicated surgery rather than a fun activity. Not knowing if you’re going to bring the goose down with the first shot, the second, the third or at all results in an array of emotions gathered under one concept, thrill.

Calling is a fundamental component of a hunting process and requires much practice before it can be mastered. But after you’ve managed to fully understand how and when to use callers and decoys you will have an eventful hunt every time. It is advisable that you have a variety of decoys of different shapes, sizes and colors to use in every circumstance and a diverse set of callers, for every situation. Knowing if a particular flock of geese is susceptible to calling depends on the way the birds fly; if the geese are flying low, breaking up in formation, gaining and then quickly losing altitude, flying one direction and then changing direction, flying with a slow wing beet, or simply towards your location, you should consider them callable and start trying to decoy them in. If the birds are coming at you simply give them a cluck or two to get their attention and let the decoys do the work. If the above are not met then you shouldn’t even bother to try and lure them as there is a fair chance all of your signals will be ignored.

Goose hunting can prove more difficult to practice than other types of hunting but the reword is well worth the effort. Few things can match the nervous anxiety of placing a decoy and waiting for a goose to come, as well as seeing as one of your shots brings down such a wonderful bird. However, like almost every domain it requires much patience and practice before becoming an expert at it. Until then, grab that gun, put on your hunting cap and go have fun!

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do you think is the best. i have been calling for years and still have good luck with my old calls am i just jumping on the band wagon here

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North America is famous for goose hunting and attracts a great number of sports hunters during the season. Yet, when compared to other states, Texas comes out on top for providing ideal conditions. Whether a seasoned hunter or a beginner who needs the services of a guide, no one who goes goose hunting in Texas comes back disappointed!

Consider all the benefits available to the person who goes goose hunting in Texas–

(1) Texas boasts of veritably warm weather even during the winter season! Snow fall is limited. So spring promises to be comfortably dry and proves a boon to goose hunters. The fall months bring heavy rainfall, but hunting is still possible. Thus, goose hunting in Texas takes place during the spring season as well as in the fall season. Yes, the weather can be unpredictable at times. So hunters are encouraged to come prepared with clothing suitable for cool and wet days too.

(2) Where territories for goose hunting in Texas are concerned, they can be found all over the state! Geese migrate to the Southern regions during the fall season. The time (just prior to, or after the harvest) is ideal for hunting since the grain, peanut and corn fields provide good cover.

(3) The South Central area is a popular area for goose hunting, but West Texas is not far off where unique opportunities for the same sport present themselves.

(4) Have a look at the variety of birds that can be seen there in the spring season–Canadian geese, Specklebelly geese and light geese that include blue geese, snow geese and Ross’ geese.

(5) Goose hunting in Texas need not be taken up alone; the hunter can be accompanied by his entire family. Lodging facilities are easily available. When the man of the family sets off on his hunting trip, the wife and children can visit the metropolitan areas which are situated close to the lodges. The lodges themselves offer transportation facilities or day trips to these metros–Galveston, Houston and Corpus Christi. There are cultural parks, shopping facilities and special events conducted to entertain the entire family.

(6) Guides are available for those who want them, be it an individual hunter or a group of hunters. As a matter of fact, some guides are so popular that they are booked for up to a year in advance! If these guides own premier leases to select hunting areas, so much the better! Quite often, lodges and guide services are linked up and provide full services–guides, five-star lodging facilities, world-renowned chefs and even high-speed wireless Internet.

(7) Goose hunting in Texas generally takes place on leased locations. These areas are close to the food and water sources. Most of the guides handle these leases, often running into hundreds or even thousands of acres of land. The hunt can be just for a day or even stretch to several days. For the avid hunter, it is like a dream come true!

(8) In conclusion, goose hunting in Texas is not limited to the option of using blinds, goose callers and decoys; the hunter can opt for feeding areas or waterways too!

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I have an electric caller but does anyone know like what good cammo to use or places to hide or caliber rifles. I just use a 308

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i live in new york and i am getting into predator hunting, i was wundering what are good ways to call in red/gray fox and/or coyote, i have a electronic caller and have a rabbit ditress sounds, red fox distress, gray fox distress, gray fox and coon fight and some others i was wondering what call worked the best for other people and what are some good tips for hunting them and which one is the easiest to call in thank you!!!!!

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