Post by: billythekidrock on January 23, 2011, 07:03:01 PM
We both had a few places in mind so we hit the closest areas first. The first couple spots we checked out were fogged in so we did a little driving and scouting above the fog line. On the way down the fog had lifted so we were able to walk into an old clear cut. Walking in we noticed some bobcat sign. We left after 15-20 minutes of nothing moving but fog. Took some poo pics on the way out.
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The next stand was in a grassy cut above some reprod where I have seen bobcat sign in the past. We were about 8 minutes into the stand when 3 quads, illegally riding a closed trail, went right through the heart of the area.
We drove below the closed quad trail and found 4 piles in a short stretch of road so we set up a trail camera in the area.
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The next set was a place that I called for bobs last weekend with no luck. I did find fresh kitty tracks though, so I figured we would give it a shot and then set up a trail camera.
We drove past the pipeline to park and walk back. As you walk into it, the area to the left is reprod for about 40 yards before it hits the mainline. The area to the right is reprod for a half-mile or more into a nasty hole.
On our way in I was looking for tracks in the mud and just happened to see a glimpse of white in the yellow grass. Not sure if it was a deer or yote, I asked what is that and Bobcat says “coyote” and we both hit the deck. The dog is coming out of the reprod on our left and heading right. There is only a 15-yard window and we were caught flatfooted. My rifle was still on my shoulder and I was carrying shooting sticks and a cow head (for the trail cam). I reach for my pocket to grab a call, but don’t have one. I immediately start smooching into my cupped hand. The yote stopped broadside and stared at us or at least in our direction and I told Bobcat to shoot.
Boom! Dog down at about 2 pm and a ringing in my right ear like you wouldn’t believe. Bobcat may have to correct me, but I think it was just over 100 paces with pieces of meat 25 paces beyond.
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Post by: gasman on January 23, 2011, 07:05:28 PM
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Post by: bobcat on January 23, 2011, 07:16:00 PM
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Let us know how this one tastes. Great job guys.!
We didn't save the backstrap but you're welcome to it- it'll probably still be good if you get it by tomorrow night. :dunno:
Post by: rasbo on January 23, 2011, 07:17:38 PM
Post by: TheHunt on January 23, 2011, 07:25:12 PM
As soon as I saw pictures of duty. I knew someone was going to post some comments.
Post by: bobcat on January 23, 2011, 07:27:17 PM
does Bobcat know you were snapping pics of his doo pile?
If you must know, it wasn't mine. I was able to wait until I got home this afternoon. It's just so much more enjoyable that way, you know?
Post by: CementFinisher on January 23, 2011, 07:36:10 PM
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Post by: christopheri on January 23, 2011, 08:20:08 PM
Congrats. What are those things in the background? Trees? :chuckle:Lol yes we hae those on the wet side. It is called canis coverus.. :chuckle:
Post by: ICEMAN on January 23, 2011, 08:21:19 PM
Congrats. What are those things in the background? Trees? :chuckle:
Yes, those are trees.... :chuckle: Sort of makes is a little more special when you get a doggy over here on the wetside..... :chuckle: You eastsiders have it easy....
Post by: bobcat on January 23, 2011, 08:26:49 PM
Congrats. What are those things in the background? Trees? :chuckle:
Yep, that's why this one's worth three points and yours are only worth one!
Post by: Armadillo on January 23, 2011, 09:36:52 PM
does Bobcat know you were snapping pics of his doo pile?
If you must know, it wasn't mine. I was able to wait until I got home this afternoon. It's just so much more enjoyable that way, you know?
Haha I know I was gonna ask how do you make it taper like that? :chuckle:
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People are commenting on pics. There are no pics that I see? :(
Did you try looking on page 1?
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Post by: billythekidrock on January 26, 2011, 06:28:56 PM
Those 150 grain Grand Slams out of a 270 Winchester work wonders on coyotes- he dropped in his tracks. :chuckle:
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Post by: gasman on January 26, 2011, 06:45:54 PM
Way to go boys, great looking dog. Glad to see your getting out a little bit Willy !
Willy's getting out :yike: :yike: :yike:
Post by: Michelle_Nelson on January 27, 2011, 04:21:47 PM
Way to go boys, great looking dog. Glad to see your getting out a little bit Willy !
Willy's getting out :yike: :yike: :yike:
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Post by: Kain on January 27, 2011, 04:48:13 PM
Way to go boys, great looking dog. Glad to see your getting out a little bit Willy !
Willy's getting out :yike: :yike: :yike:
The Willy can not be contained. :o :o :o :chuckle:
Post by: billythekidrock on February 01, 2011, 05:51:10 AM
Way to go boys, great looking dog. Glad to see your getting out a little bit Willy !
Willy's getting out :yike: :yike: :yike:
The Willy can not be contained. :o :o :o :chuckle:
Yea, yea.....you guys are funny.
And not funny ha ha. :yike: