The recent trend coyote hunting in the US has increased immensely with the population growth of the coyotes themselves.  Killing of commercial animals as well as wild species such as deer and turkey by coyotes is a major issue now.   Many states have generous hunting seasons for coyote with generous bag limits in an attempt to control this varmint’s population explosion.

Coyotes can be very cunning and are a challenge to hunt. They have keen vision, very good hearing and scent detection.    Hunters try to get coyotes to come to him because they are too smart to sneak up on.  Hunters get this done normally with audible calls that simulate a dying rabbit or another coyote.Coyotes can be clever and difficult to get in range.  If everything works out as planned and the coyote offers a shot, they seldom stay still for long.  Getting off a clean shot at a coyote is one of the rewarding challenges a hunter can face. 

In order to help meet the unique challenges of coyote hunting, Nikon created the Nikon Coyote scope.  It is a Nikon Buckmaster with a special Bullet Drop Compensating (BDC) reticle, available camo finishes, and an anti-reflective device (ARD).

The Bullet Drop Compensating reticle is calibrated {to|for} the .223, 55 grain round sighted in at 100 yards or the 22-250, 55 grain bullet zeroed at 200 yards.  The use of the BDC reticle is to compensate for bullet drop beyond the range that you sighted your rifle in at.  The BDC holdover reference circles are large, allowing you to track the coyote accurately even as it continues to walk.

The Nikon Coyote scopes can be ordered in matte black or 2 camo finishes.  The camo will match some of the new camo varmint rifles available in stores, and when combined with full body camo it will defeat the ability of a coyote to spot the hunter.  Matching camo rings are also for sale.

The ARD installs directly onto the objective bell of the scope.  It features a honey-comb pattern that greatly reduces glare off the objective lens that could scare a coyote.  The cool part of it is the shooter cannot see the ARD when peering through the scope.  The shooter always has a clear field of view.

The Nikon Coyote Special scopes come in 3-9×40mm and 4.5-14×40mm.  For shots under 200 yards the 3-9×40mm will be enough magnification.  For shots at 200 yards or further the 4.5-14×40mm will be the better choice.

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Hunting Black Bears Over Bait
By David Dukat

If you haven’t tried black bear hunting, these bulky black beasts will give you a thrill that’s tough to compare to a
typical whitetail hunt. There is just something about hunting a carnivore that gets your blood pumping. The great thing about a black bear is they are spread all over the United States and Canada, are a reasonable priced hunt, and normally are not an extremely physical hunt.

In my experience, a great way to start hunting for black bears is by finding an outfitter that hunts for bears over bait. Although you don’t have the fulfillment of back breaking hikes and spotting and stalking the animal, hunting over bait presents challenges of it’s own.

Normally the baiting begins before the season opens with sweets such as donuts, marshmallows, or any other sweet smelling tasty foods, supplemented with more fulfilling items such as dog food or meat scraps. Many outfitters will find an available supply of reasonable priced or soon to be discarded food and begin putting it out for the bears before hunters arrive. The bears grow accustomed to the food supply and often return year after year to the same area, sniffing around for the smell of sweets and a free meal.

The hunting is usually done from an elevated stand shadowed by the darkness of timber with an effort to keep it on the downwind side. In my opinion, the wind isn’t a huge factor as long as the outfitter doesn’t go to great lengths to remain
scent free when he is refreshing the bait. The more human scent he leaves when refreshing the bait, the better in my opinion. Once the bears grow used to the scent, they are not as spooked when they do catch the smell of a human near the bait. Granted this doesn’t work very well if you begin baiting several days before hunting, but if you give the bears some time, they will grow more accustomed to the human scent.

One of the biggest difficulties is sitting in a stand hour after hour and trying to remain quiet and with very little movement. Some people (often women more than men) have a knack for this skill, but personally this is a grueling workout for me. To complicate matters, many times the areas where black bears flourish are thick with mosquitoes during the late spring, as well. Even if you are covered from head to toe with mosquito proof netting, they find a spot to reach you ,or never let you rest with continual buzzing in your ear. For me, it’s nearly impossible to remain still with these pestering bugs swarming the entire time.

Black bears are extremely weary of odd sounds or movement, so this is a necessity. Occasionally you will hear a bear
coming to stand, but many times, sight will be your first contact with a bear. Keep still and quiet and you will have a good chance at killing a bear. One option to slow down the mosquito swarm is a Thermacell. They are quiet, relatively scent free and do a fairly good job of keeping the mosquitoes at bay.

The second challenge is keeping your calm. When a bear comes into the bait it is very tempting to rush the shot. Bears are extremely difficult to judge, but if you spend a little time, you can often tell whether it’s a male or female. Males are blockier with a square face and often a sagging belly. You don’t want to shoot a sow with cubs and boars are normally larger, so take the time to judge the bear. A great reference for judging bears is watching some bear hunting videos before you go. I recommend Cave Bears on the Pacific Rim by Jim Shockey. There are numerous black bears taken on this video of all shapes and sizes. Another very important factor is placing the shot in the right place. I’ve found it’s easy to shoot a bear too far back. Be patient and wait until the bear has his front leg angled forward toward the front of his body. Place the shot right as you would on a deer, just behind the shoulder. Don’t take the shot if he is in an odd position or his leg is vertical with the ground. You may miss his vitals and have an injured bear on your hands. They will head for deep dark cover and it’s no fun tracking an injured bear.

The main thing is to get out and have some fun. Black bears are exciting to hunt and hopefully you’ll have a beautiful bear rug when you return.

By Abhishek Agarwal

Bear hunting in Canada is a hunting experience that goes unmatched. Canada’s black bears roam from Ontario to the west coast and grow to a much bigger size than what they do in the U.S. For a hunter who’s looking for a spectacular black bear hunting experience, Canada is the number one destination.

Due to citizenship laws, planning a Canadian hunting trip requires a few extra steps. Hunters must at all times be wearing an orange hunting vest and cap. There are no exceptions. If you’re using an ATV, a helmet is also required, as is up to date insurance. For a hunting license to be issued in Ontario, the hunter must have a previous hunting license from their state. Handguns are not allowed in Canada, and any non-residents will need to register their firearms with the Canadian Customs at the border crossing. Proof of U.S. citizenship and auto insurance (if you’re driving) will also be expected upon crossing.

Manitoba is a place to consider for your Canadian hunting trip. Riding Mountain National Park is notable for it’s bear hunting. The park grows some of the largest bears in the world, and the park has the highest population density in Canada. Manitoba also has a high population of color phased black bears, which means they range from black to white in color. A black bear doesn’t necessarily have to be black to be considered a trophy bear.

There are many outfitters to choose from throughout Canada to assist you in finding the perfect bear. Some hunt camps may charge a Non-Resident Hunting Preservation Fund payment. Bow hunting is welcomed by most outfitters, and many will allow you to take a second bear for an extra fee, however if the bear is only wounded and not caught, the fee is still charged. British Colombia has many hunting camps catering to the black bear hunter. The bears here grow large, ranging six to seven feet high, with skulls 18-21 inches, and many of the outfitters here welcome both the experienced, and the inexperienced hunter.

Canada has two options for bear hunting. The chosen method is often baiting. Most outfitters that offer baited bear will supply the bait and ask you not to bring your own, or add to the existing bait pile. The hunter sits in a ground blind or a tree stand waiting for his trophy bear to come by. The other method is to spot and stalk the bear. This is often considered the more humane way to hunt. This method requires a lot of trekking, but the catch is all the sweeter when it comes. This method is also more agreeable to British Colombia’s open terrain.

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Hunting can be referred to as an activity having dual functions; one in the form of a ‘pass time’ and another in the form of an ‘occupation’. The excitement of having caught a prey can’t be explained just like that. You wouldn’t realize it till you turn out to be a hunter. Even though hunting isn’t as simple as it looks, springing up of various hunting forums has, by all means, meant that it is not tough to learn any more.

Hunting forums appear to be the best place for updating your knowledge regarding hunting. The tricks and tips that are posted can help you literally anytime. Moreover, you can learn so many things from experiences of fellow hunters. This way, you can avert mistakes committed by the others. The other advantage is that you can post your thoughts and experiences on forum. You can also allow the others to take complete advantage of these happenings.

The tips mentioned in certain hunting forums were, in true sense, effective. One amongst them stated that ‘bear hunting’ is the most effective during the dawn or at dusk as the bear is more active during this time-span. The other one was that it’s better to have found bear’s food source. This is the place where it can be trapped. The 3rd was to have found bear’s trail marks. These marks are capable of giving you a fair idea regarding the places visited by the bear frequently. The fourth was of building good set (of notes).

The quest for hunt can, by all means, weaken the memory. The 5th tip was of having kept body movements minimal. Various impulsive bodily actions are capable enough of easily scaring off the bear. The last but the most significant tip: be ever ready. During hunting, you cannot afford to be inactive even for a moment. You might lose a prey and your life as well.

The two forums which are visited frequently are those of bears and deer. In ‘bear hunting forums’, you can locate information with regards to diverse species of bears, like polar bear, white bear, black bear, etc. In such forums, discussions regarding diverse weapons utilized for bear hunting have also been carried out. The weapons such as Rifle, Arrow and Bow, Shotgun, and Muzzleloader have been taken up. These forums also prove to be good for having sold off the hunting equipment.

The ‘compound bow‘ has begun to have become more advanced on the technological front since the last few years. They exist in every shade of color, size, and shape. These bows are also made as per experience levels of people. A thing is sure. Contemporary compound bows of today can be described as ‘lethal hunting weapons’. The bowhunting equipment is not expected to work the other way.