Post by: andytoshif on December 07, 2008, 06:05:58 PM
Also, gun choice--I know .270 is probably too big w/ 130 gr. I have a .22 mag--would that be too small? If not, what should the max shot be w/ it?
All advice, suggestions, etc. appreciated!
-Andy
Post by: 270Shooter on December 07, 2008, 06:09:16 PM
Post by: jdb on December 07, 2008, 06:57:22 PM
Post by: andytoshif on December 07, 2008, 08:33:12 PM
Post by: 270Shooter on December 07, 2008, 08:37:34 PM
Post by: bobcat on December 07, 2008, 08:38:28 PM
If I use a 100-gr .270, would it tear up the pelt pretty bad?
Yes, it would. You'd be best off going with the heaviest bullet available (150 grain) and use a "premium" bullet such as Nosler Partition, Nosler Accubond, or Barnes TSX. The heavier bullet will be going slower and with a controlled expansion bullet you should have a small hole in and a small hole out. A 100 grain bullet would be your worst choice unless you're trying to blow the dogs in half. :o
Post by: Machias on December 07, 2008, 09:42:00 PM
Post by: andytoshif on December 08, 2008, 07:44:32 AM
Post by: Charlie on December 08, 2008, 07:46:01 AM
Post by: Big10gauge on December 08, 2008, 07:48:44 AM
Post by: CastleRocker on December 15, 2008, 01:36:54 PM
Sounds like a good excuse to buy another rifle to me.. :chuckle: :chuckle:
+1
A good 223 is a decent all around coyote gun imo.
Post by: rasbo on December 15, 2008, 01:43:19 PM
Going to try my hand at yote hunting. Would appreciate suggestions on where to go around Kennewick, etc. Would prefer to keep drive time at less than an hour (is that possible?).22mag head shots,,my satisfaction in calling is how close I get them in.30 yrds and under..
Also, gun choice--I know .270 is probably too big w/ 130 gr. I have a .22 mag--would that be too small? If not, what should the max shot be w/ it?
All advice, suggestions, etc. appreciated!
-Andy
Post by: Gobble Gobble on December 15, 2008, 01:49:11 PM
As for caliber I'd have to say the .223 in FMJ Its small enough to not tear up the hide and big enough to put them down.
Post by: 270Shooter on December 15, 2008, 03:31:42 PM
Post by: saylean on December 15, 2008, 03:34:24 PM
if not...the red lion might be able to help ya out too... :chuckle:
Post by: Gobble Gobble on December 15, 2008, 03:44:24 PM
Post by: deaddog on December 15, 2008, 03:54:21 PM
Try the cowboy club...if thats still there..Theres a bar called players in the parkade across from cowboy club, that place is crawling with dogs :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: ditto on no fmj, you will get a lot of yotes running off. I use nothing but varmit bullets 60grn or 40 grn are my favorites.
if not...the red lion might be able to help ya out too... :chuckle:
Post by: rasbo on December 15, 2008, 04:18:20 PM
Post by: C-Money on December 15, 2008, 04:21:21 PM
Post by: saylean on December 15, 2008, 04:23:00 PM
Man..im gettin old...
sorry for the thread :jacked:
Lets find some yotes for this guy...
Post by: deaddog on December 15, 2008, 04:37:21 PM
Somehow I just knew deaddog would know where the dogs hang out!...Now Im wondering, how does he call them in? :chuckle: :chuckle:cheap beer for baiting and the sound of change rattling in your pocket calls them in fast.Try shooting a large bore meat missile for clean kills. :yike:
Post by: rasbo on December 15, 2008, 06:09:22 PM
ok.Im taking notes for when I make it over,schmitt beer,dimes nickles and quarters... :chuckle:Somehow I just knew deaddog would know where the dogs hang out!...Now Im wondering, how does he call them in? :chuckle: :chuckle:cheap beer for baiting and the sound of change rattling in your pocket calls them in fast.Try shooting a large bore meat missile for clean kills. :yike:
Post by: Gobble Gobble on December 16, 2008, 08:39:11 AM
Post by: Big10gauge on December 16, 2008, 11:06:50 AM
Post by: deaddog on December 16, 2008, 04:11:51 PM
In my experience and from other friends on the subject of using FMJ's is way too many runners, I'd rather not chase down canyons for coyotes shot with a FMJ and need followup shots or lose them. DRT is the best way. Also more humane, If I'm going to shoot a coyote it deserves a quick clean kill same as any other game. The goal is to try and find a bullet that will enter but not exit but still give good penetration and not splash as much. Usually a SP or a HP are good choices. I'm trying V-maxes right now and they seem to be good. Also the lighter weight non-lead bullets made from compresssed "powdered metal" such as Varmint Grenades are not the best choice for coyotes. The 50 gr VG's work somewhat better but the 36gr .224 cal and lighter are too light and splash too much and can create large superficial wounds that will eventually kill the coyote if not chased down and dispatched immediately, but again not humane enough for me. Also the BC is a measly .149 You will probably hear some comments from others that think they are great, and they might for them but I decided that they are more suited for PD's and Rockchucks. Anyway I'll quit rambling.Great ramble, right on the money IMO.
Post by: demontang on December 16, 2008, 05:21:08 PM
Post by: Bigswedegml on December 16, 2008, 08:41:44 PM
Also, Ringold is shotgun only......just to let you know.
Post by: Gobble Gobble on December 17, 2008, 08:29:36 AM
Thanks, I did not know that. Could you tell me where I may find this rule.
Post by: Big10gauge on December 17, 2008, 08:37:16 AM
I'm trying the 50gr v-max/40 gr sierra hp right now. The 45gr rem jhp is a great little bullet, out of the 15 coyotes I shot with them none had any exits and the entrance hole was always .223 size.
I use the Winchester white box 22-250 45 grainers when I run out of reloads, They seem to hold up good too.
Post by: Bigswedegml on December 17, 2008, 08:42:13 AM
Post by: Gobble Gobble on December 17, 2008, 12:05:50 PM
Post by: Bigswedegml on December 17, 2008, 06:38:05 PM
Post by: ivarhusa on December 25, 2008, 01:20:29 PM
My first post! I've only been lurking a few days. I, too, am looking for coyote opportunities around the TriCities (living in Richland). I've wandered as far north as the Seep Lakes area, and tried calling in Lower Crab Creek- so far to no avail. Both times were before snow had fallen, so perhaps they are hungrier now.
I visited the Department of Fish and Wildlife's web pages:
http://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/ (http://wdfw.wa.gov/hunting/)
and from that found a few places with Feel Free to Hunt signs about. One place was along Blanton RD, east of Eltopia. I heard coyotes out there, but none came to my call. I didn't see much to attract them, except range cattle. Pretty barren ground.
I liked the suggestion about Ringold. Having watched a few (too many) coyote hunting videos, shotguns can be quite effective out to 70 yards or so. The obvious choices are a 12 gauge full choke with Dead Coyote loads (which are T shot, Hevi Metal). The Dead Coyote loads aren't cheap, but wouldn't be the most expensive part of your trip (gas being significant, though cheaper than before).
I am giving thought to hunting around Hover/Finley, but haven't picked out any land to try.
I am a fan of Randy Anderson's videos, calls, and methods. Anyone from around TriCities (very liberally) wanting a hunting partner, give me a call. Did I mention I have yet to call and bag a coyote? I am hungry! I have gear, sticks, calls, etc.
Ivar Husa
509 378-4064
Post by: Gobble Gobble on December 26, 2008, 01:17:33 PM
Post by: Bigswedegml on December 28, 2008, 08:17:27 AM
That is some good area you are talking about. There is a ton of coyotes out that way. My favorite spot to go got burned up a year or two ago and I am waiting for it to grow back.
Post by: Gobble Gobble on December 28, 2008, 10:12:53 AM
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Post by: rtspring on April 15, 2011, 08:58:05 PM
get up on Horse Heaven Hills and talk to the farmers. I have shot 100's of yotes up there. get in the sagebrush hills and such leading down to the orchards. Also out side of Prosser is some state land heading up to Rattle Snakes hills... lots of land out there........ and lots of Elk............ha ha