Post by: D360 on October 03, 2011, 08:54:17 PM
Dustin
Post by: Emptyhanded on October 04, 2011, 11:18:08 AM
Post by: blindpig on October 04, 2011, 11:53:07 AM
Post by: ShirtGuy77 on October 04, 2011, 12:08:03 PM
I saw a couple a few years ago, but outside of that have only seen lots of sign...
Good Luck!
Post by: jackelope on October 04, 2011, 12:41:20 PM
Post by: Huntboy on October 04, 2011, 01:05:19 PM
Post by: dlaw on October 04, 2011, 01:07:39 PM
When they howl, make sure you howl back at them they will come investigate.
Post by: WAcoyotehunter on October 04, 2011, 01:13:37 PM
Post by: bearpaw on October 04, 2011, 01:31:34 PM
If I was going for wolves I would most likely take my .243 or my .25-06. No doubt in my mind that either wouldn't smash a wolf. Take what whatever gun you're most comfortable with and smoke a pack of 'em! Good luck man. I hope you guys get a few!
:tup: :yeah:
Post by: 724wd on October 04, 2011, 02:00:35 PM
if we end up going, i'll be out there with either my 22-250 (55 gr VMax) or .300 win mag. (130 Sierras) i wouldn't worry too much about pelt damage. taxidermists can fix about anything! :chuckle: i want that sucker DEAD!
Post by: Machias on October 04, 2011, 02:02:04 PM
Post by: firefighter4607 on October 04, 2011, 02:06:58 PM
Post by: jackmaster on October 04, 2011, 02:26:20 PM
They've killed wolves in Idaho with .223's this year. That guy that shot 2 called them in then shot the pair with his .223. My point is that anything you're going to use for deer would work....just depends on how much damage you want to do to the hide as Shirtguy mentioned.:yeah: oh and a word of wisdom....... make sure you kill one. :chuckle: good luck to ya sir
Post by: 724wd on October 04, 2011, 02:38:57 PM
Post by: Mulieman on October 05, 2011, 07:00:05 AM
What is the best way to hunt these things? Would you hunt them like yotes with calls or is there other methods that work better? I think I saw where ID does not allow electronic callers, so mouth calls are it I guess???
Post by: jackmaster on October 05, 2011, 07:03:24 AM
I am also hoping to get over there soon.well since i have never hunted idaho i would go straight to the local tavern and ask someone to show me where they are, as much as the idahoans hate the wolves they will be glad to show you where they are, i know i would... good luck to ya sir
What is the best way to hunt these things? Would you hunt them like yotes with calls or is there other methods that work better? I think I saw where ID does not allow electronic callers, so mouth calls are it I guess???
Post by: Machias on October 05, 2011, 08:40:35 AM
I am also hoping to get over there soon.
What is the best way to hunt these things? Would you hunt them like yotes with calls or is there other methods that work better? I think I saw where ID does not allow electronic callers, so mouth calls are it I guess???
Not so, from the ID Fish and Game site:
Electronic calls: Electronic calls may be used to attract wolves for the purpose of harvest.
Post by: Mulieman on October 05, 2011, 09:54:34 AM
Not so, from the ID Fish and Game site:
Electronic calls: Electronic calls may be used to attract wolves for the purpose of harvest.
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Thanks, I must have missed that. That opens a lot of doors to calling them.
Post by: Machias on October 05, 2011, 10:20:54 AM
Post by: D360 on October 05, 2011, 11:19:46 AM
Post by: Ranger91298 on October 05, 2011, 11:39:37 AM
Post by: grundy53 on October 05, 2011, 11:48:29 AM
Post by: D360 on October 05, 2011, 11:57:53 AM
Piece of advice to all that are going to go hunting for Wolves...take a sidearm with you!!! In 2009 when I ran into a pack of 8 wolves that surrounded me (5-10 yards) I shot twice with my .338 Ultra Mag before they left. This gun is loud as all h*#& and the first shot didn't scare them away; it took the second shot to leave but they were not scared. I had one shot left in my rifle and that was it. I did not have a sidearm at the time but I sure bought one after the season and pack it with me at all times now. :twocents:
Thats crazy man, I usually carry my sidearm whenever I'm out hunting anyways but will be sure to bring it to Idaho.
Post by: ShirtGuy77 on October 05, 2011, 12:14:48 PM
But as was mentioned, definitely be ready. My brother and I jumped two large dogs two years ago. When we went to investigate there was a whole heck of a lot more than just two. My brother (had a tag) took off to find them. Me (no tag, no gun, and a pocket knife) stood there waiting for him. Talk about an eery feeling for sure. Lesson learned. Always have a sidearm now.
Have fun! It's an interesting feeling hunting something that you aren't used to hunting.
Post by: D360 on October 06, 2011, 08:59:00 PM
Post by: firefighter4607 on October 08, 2011, 01:46:13 AM
Post by: Maximus4252626 on October 08, 2011, 03:03:49 AM
Has anyone ever tried Wolf meat? Or is that just a bad idea I should stay away from? I'd feel bad letting the meat go to waste.
It tastes like chicken :chuckle:
Post by: Bean Counter on October 08, 2011, 03:29:55 AM
Post by: mebco09 on October 08, 2011, 05:52:13 PM
Has anyone ever tried Wolf meat? Or is that just a bad idea I should stay away from? I'd feel bad letting the meat go to waste.
If this is a serious question:
I would be worried about Hyatid (sp?) Disease. Don't know much about it, but I guess it causes cysts in humans (and other mammals) that can be fatal. Evidently all wolves in Idaho have it. Somewhere I read that you should wear a mask and gloves when you skin them.
Skin them if the pelt is good and if you want it, if not, throw it in a dumpster and go shoot another one.... :chuckle:
Post by: firefighter4607 on October 08, 2011, 10:42:40 PM
Yes, some members of adventure sports organisations such as the Canadian Adventure Expedition (CAE) in Canada do eat wolf meat for their survival and to provide them the sustenance to bear the harsh and bitterly cold weather in the winter. Like most meat, it is rich in protein, and people eat wolf meat because it can provide their bodies with both heat and nourishment.
Wolf meat is considered to be a bizarre delicacy and hence it is very valuable and expensive. It tastes like chicken, and even gives the same nutritional value as chicken, especially to people like Eskimos that live in countries that have extremely cold climates. Eating wolf meat may be an unpleasant idea at first, as is the case with most delicacies in the fine dining culture. Wolf meat, of course, is not a common item for sale in the open market, except in the pockets of the world where it is eaten.
This is all I can find online other than a whole bunch of World of Warcraft stuff......
Post by: huntnphool on October 08, 2011, 11:15:51 PM
:yeah: oh and a word of wisdom....... make sure you kill one
And if you can't kill one, make sure you severely wound a dozen........Did I just say that out loud? :rolleyes:
Post by: D360 on October 09, 2011, 03:27:58 PM
Post by: 3nails on October 09, 2011, 04:01:53 PM
Didn't see any this trip, just some big rutting bulls. talked to some more locals and got a better idea of where the pack normally is, hopefully get one or two sometime soon. Still on the fence about eating the meat though..:puke:
Post by: saylean on October 09, 2011, 07:18:24 PM
Post by: mulehunter on October 09, 2011, 07:20:35 PM
Mulehunter.