Predator

Mature coyotes are a different animal than the pups and yearling coyotes you normally shoot. Learn how to target these older, wiser songdogs.

Some of the best varmint hunting of the year lies ahead. It’s time to begin marking your calendar so you don’t miss it.

If your old predator hotspots aren’t producing then maybe it’s time to take the fight to a new location. Here’s a list of common and not so common locations to call in your next coyote.

Squeakers imitate the soft sound of a rodent squealing in desperation. Since rodents are the main prey of most predators, it makes sense to incorporate a squeaker call into your setups.

If you don’t mind the heat, bugs and humidity, summer coyotes can be as challenging and rewarding.

Arizona officials are a step closer to banning predator hunting contests, as a proposal wends it way through the legislative process.

Improve your predator hunting success by stacking the odds in your favor on every stand.

Nebraska wildlife officials approved a mountain lion hunting season in 2020 that is similar to the previous season, with a few changes.

Bowhunting is a way of life, not a 3-month love affair. For offseason thrills and real-world gear testing, go beyond the 3-D range.

We all enjoy the glory of a successful solo-predator stand, but tag teaming wary coyotes can mean even more success.

Forget hunting predators in open pastures. Hit up thick pine plantations for hot action.

Understanding the battle for survival will make you a better coyote hunter.

Although no one plans on having an accident while predator hunting, we can plan to prevent one. Here’s how.

Engage a variety of rodent targets with the .17 and .22 if you really want to challenge your shooting skills at a reduced cost.

Knowing how coyotes will approach your stand means more fur on the stretcher.

How long should you stay during a coyote setup? The answer has more answers than you’ll find in the Bible, but you can break it down based on several key elements. And if you have nothing else going on, why leave?

Consistently calling and killing coyotes begins with proper stand selection.

Work on your summer predator hunting or get ready for autumn with these new products for your rifle and setup.

Coyote hunting doesn’t have to take a back seat in summer, but it does require a modification of hunting strategies. Try these proven tips to put more fur on the dirt this summer.

Coyotes and feral pigs are nasty, often covered with fleas and ticks, and who wants to deal with all that? One easy solution for transport after you've popped a predator is the Coyote Bag from Slay Bag.

Texas Gov. Gregg Abbott has signed a bill into law that allows hunting for feral hogs without a hunting license.

Officials in Montana, Idaho and North Dakota are on alert for feral pigs crossing the border from Canada, where the population is increasing steadily.

Calling and hunting strategies change once you're targeting city slicker coyotes. Try these proven tips from a veteran predator hunter to find out how to knock down more urban coyotes.

Hunting predators or varmints in summer, or getting in some range time and work for autumn? Make the right decisions on preparation, apparel and time under the sun to avoid dehydration, heatstroke or worse.

Hunting prairie dogs is a great way to sharpen your shooting and spotting skills. But the open country where these varmints live isn't always a bed of roses.

A University of Washington researcher, based on information from his trained scat-sniffing dogs, says Washington may have more wolves within its borders than previously believed.

Yes, they really are out to get us – the anti-hunters, that is. The antis hate all hunters and hold a special place in their version of hell for predator hunters.

With new pups to feed and a bounty of food sources, spring and early summer are when coyotes are on the move. Learn what they're eating from their poop and you may be able to hunt them more successfully.

How you choose and equip a predator hunting rifle affects where its bullets go and whether you can tap the rifle's potential when you're in the field.