Okay, so here in CT, there's not a lot of hunting to be done. We have a deer season, turkey, waterfowl, upland bird but only where stocked, and small game. I keep hearing about how the coyote population is on the rise and I've had friends with them in their backyards. One of my hunting grounds always has prints in the snow and I have seen them on trailcams pointed at gutpiles.
As you all know, I'm new to hunting of all sorts. I am interested in getting out for some coyote hunting. Where does one begin?? Let see, land.. check. I've seen sign there. Several plots totaling 700acres. Rifle, check. i'm using a .243 with all sorts of handloads to try out from 55gr gameking to 85gr hollow points. The part I'm iffy on is the calling and such.
I would be hunting hardwoods with an open field or frozen lake. I have a couple of mouth calls. They are much cheeper than the electronic ones that get mixed reviews. I want to make sure this is a realistic idea before I commit to a good electronic call.
So given my resources (and lack of anyone that hunts coyotes locally) where do I start? What time is best to try? Early morning, evening, or midday?? I've read online info on calling but I'm still not totally sure. What kind of stance should I be in? Treestand, camo at the edge of the field, blind?
I figure i will combine my time to include ice fishing and some target practice if I dont call in any coyotes. This will allow for plenty of trial and error, but any advice on how to start would be really cool.