Good public relations are reason enough to hunt predators during the off-season, when they are more prone to domestic critter depredation. And it’s also a good reason to learn the art of trapping and snaring — which make these endeavors even more effective because these animal control tools work 24 hours a day and can be utilized where shooting isn’t possible.

Baiting is a tactic that should be considered if dense cover defines your hunting environment. Luring coyotes from heavy cover with some tasty treats placed upwind of your hiding place makes sense, particularly when coyotes might have been exposed to excessive hunting pressure. Adding scents, such as coyote urine, to the bait area completes the hoax.

What would you do to gain hunting access to prime coyote property? I’m sure I have my limitations, but I haven’t turned down anything, yet. I’ve run fence, done auto repair, moved a single mom’s furniture, including a couch. I’ve installed a hot water heater and have done landscaping.

Pursuing predators with the aid of an outfitter can make you a better, more confident, hunter.

A new license allows hunters to pursue wild hogs and coyotes at night.

Coyotes live and die by their noses — and that’s why it’s important to use scent control tactics to get by this formidable defense.

Compact and lightweight, the MPP is a great choice for backcountry outings.

An elusive coyote mocks a lucky hunter from the great beyond.

Tag a coyote hunt onto the tail end your next big-game adventure and double the fun.

Take the guesswork out of bullet drop by sighting-in for maximizing a rifle’s lethal range.