Author Topic: Cougar Trifecta! (Read 7154 times)

Elkslayer · « **on:** April 05, 2024, 01:44:52 PM »

To say our predator population is out of control is truly an understatement! This past couple of months I’ve successfully called in and harvested with my boys 3 mature cats. All 3 were taken within 1 mile of each other. Even after taking these ones out I still have 3 different mature cats and 2 juveniles on camera in the same area.

75lb female taken on Feb 9th, biologist estimate her to be 4yrs old.

135lb Tom taken Feb 23rd, estimated to be 5-6yrs old.

95lb female taken March 26th, estimated to be 4-5yrs old.

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Taco280AI · « **Reply #1 on:** April 05, 2024, 01:47:08 PM »

That's awesome

Duckslayer89 · « **Reply #2 on:** April 05, 2024, 01:50:52 PM »

Thanks to you sir, that’s impressive and great work! Good eats too

rainshadow1 · « **Reply #3 on:** April 05, 2024, 02:10:32 PM »

ES figured out an area and went after them!

This is the yet-to-be-written textbook!

Imagine the surviving 2024 ungulates in that spot compared to what could have been... Cats kill everything, then starve. Takes 20-30 years, but that's the cycle. (Wolves kill and move on, which is worse.)

Way To Go !!!

Ric0 · « **Reply #4 on:** April 05, 2024, 02:14:46 PM »

Good job you guys!

Wanttohuntmore · « **Reply #5 on:** April 05, 2024, 02:37:05 PM »

Sweet! Good job!

MADMAX · « **Reply #6 on:** April 05, 2024, 02:47:21 PM »

Outstanding 👍👍👍

pianoman9701 · « **Reply #7 on:** April 05, 2024, 03:05:56 PM »

Very well done!

wadu1 · « **Reply #8 on:** April 05, 2024, 03:15:30 PM »

Well done, the taxi bill is going through the roof.

cohocrazy · « **Reply #9 on:** April 05, 2024, 03:18:04 PM »

Nice work!

Rainier10 · « **Reply #10 on:** April 05, 2024, 03:21:47 PM »

That is awesome.

greenhead_killer · « **Reply #11 on:** April 05, 2024, 03:24:37 PM »

nice work! what were you using for call sounds?

Dan-o · « **Reply #12 on:** April 05, 2024, 04:06:37 PM »

Wow, nice work!

Elkslayer · « **Reply #13 on:** April 05, 2024, 05:15:32 PM »

Quote from: greenhead_killer on April 05, 2024, 03:24:37 PM

nice work! what were you using for call sounds?

Fawn and rabbit distress sounds.

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Loup Loup · « **Reply #14 on:** April 05, 2024, 06:02:47 PM »

Congratulations!
It’s a good time to be a predator hunter.

UncleBuck · « **Reply #15 on:** April 05, 2024, 06:33:53 PM »

Nice Job ! looks like you have it figured out.

Wanttohuntmore · « **Reply #16 on:** April 05, 2024, 06:38:33 PM »

The area have elk there or deer? Those look healthy. Also what cartridges were used on them? I always wonder if I run into one while yote hunting with a 2506. Might just start using bigger guns.

Wanttohuntmore · « **Reply #17 on:** April 05, 2024, 07:32:11 PM »

Also, how many other predators were called in before a lion came in? You've got it figured out and I'm dying to learn!

Elkslayer · « **Reply #18 on:** April 05, 2024, 08:05:42 PM »

Quote from: Wanttohuntmore on April 05, 2024, 07:32:11 PM

Also, how many other predators were called in before a lion came in? You've got it figured out and I'm dying to learn!

There’s a few elk in the area but mostly deer. I’m definitely going to start using a larger caliber rifle. I think the 25-06 should be fine though. All three of these were 22 caliber, and they all took follow up shots.
I rarely have other predators come in when I’m targeting cougars. I think it’s because I’m playing the sounds at a high volume and coyotes and bobcats tend to shy away from high volumes. Both females came running into the call within 7 minutes of turning it on. The Tom we spotted about 150yds out at the 25minute mark just sitting there looking towards the caller.

I have a great video of mine coming into the call but I can’t figure out how to post it.

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pickardjw · « **Reply #19 on:** April 05, 2024, 09:53:20 PM »

Quote from: Wanttohuntmore on April 05, 2024, 06:38:33 PM

The area have elk there or deer? Those look healthy. Also what cartridges were used on them? I always wonder if I run into one while yote hunting with a 2506. Might just start using bigger guns.

What bullet are you shooting?

Boss .300 winmag · « **Reply #20 on:** April 06, 2024, 06:34:22 AM »

Nicely done.👍

Text the video to yourself, then post it.

BNAElkhntr · « **Reply #21 on:** April 06, 2024, 12:05:42 PM »

Thanks for thinning the Ranks What Brand call is that ? I've got cougar issues

TommyH · « **Reply #22 on:** April 06, 2024, 12:12:15 PM »

Well done fellas!

highside74 · « **Reply #23 on:** April 06, 2024, 12:34:48 PM »

Literally saved upwards of 100 plus deer a year killing those 3 cats. If you are ever on the west side I'll buy you a steak dinner.

Buckhunter24 · « **Reply #24 on:** April 06, 2024, 12:48:23 PM »

Outstanding work

2MANY · « **Reply #25 on:** April 06, 2024, 12:50:25 PM »

Keep on shooting!!!!!

Elkslayer · « **Reply #26 on:** April 06, 2024, 12:59:18 PM »

Quote from: pickardjw on April 05, 2024, 09:53:20 PM

Quote from: Wanttohuntmore on April 05, 2024, 06:38:33 PM
The area have elk there or deer? Those look healthy. Also what cartridges were used on them? I always wonder if I run into one while yote hunting with a 2506. Might just start using bigger guns.

What bullet are you shooting?

Picardjw,
I’m shooting a 70grn Barnes triple shock in a .22 Nosler. Not exactly sure what bullet my boys were using, 22-250 and 220 Swift.

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Elkslayer · « **Reply #27 on:** April 06, 2024, 01:00:23 PM »

Quote from: BNAElkhntr on April 06, 2024, 12:05:42 PM

Thanks for thinning the Ranks What Brand call is that ? I've got cougar issues

It’s the FoxPro X24

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Elkslayer · « **Reply #28 on:** April 06, 2024, 01:03:03 PM »

Quote from: Boss .300 winmag on April 06, 2024, 06:34:22 AM

Nicely done.

Text the video to yourself, then post it.

I’ve tried to figure it out several times, dunno what I’m doing wrong it only lets me post photos. My videos don’t even show up as an option. If someone knows what they’re doing better then me I can send the video to them and maybe they can post it?

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craigapphunt · « **Reply #29 on:** April 06, 2024, 01:31:49 PM »

Someone help this man he's willing to share a master class. Nice work I'm dieing to see your methods.

Wanttohuntmore · « **Reply #30 on:** April 06, 2024, 08:23:47 PM »

Yeah, I'd love to pick your brain. What part of the state were/ are you in? I believe we have cats all over, I sure see the sign.

rainshadow1 · « **Reply #31 on:** April 08, 2024, 09:16:36 AM »

ES if you want, I can post it on my youtube and call-in-video page on the website, then you can just post a link.

Elkslayer · « **Reply #32 on:** April 08, 2024, 10:02:48 AM »

Quote from: rainshadow1 on April 08, 2024, 09:16:36 AM

ES if you want, I can post it on my youtube and call-in-video page on the website, then you can just post a link.

That works for me Steve, thanks!

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rainshadow1 · « **Reply #33 on:** April 08, 2024, 02:39:39 PM »

Here's the link to my Call-in videos page...

https://rain-shadow.com/cougar-story-videos-1

ES video is right on top.

rainshadow1 · « **Reply #34 on:** April 08, 2024, 02:40:16 PM »

Here's the direct Youtube link...

MIKEXRAY · « **Reply #35 on:** April 09, 2024, 03:49:28 AM »

Awesome and congrats ! Well done.

snit · « **Reply #36 on:** April 09, 2024, 02:43:04 PM »

WTG, that was sweet!

jstone · « **Reply #37 on:** April 09, 2024, 02:51:54 PM »

What was the sound on the first video?

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