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Best Caliber for Coyote Hunting

Best Caliber for Coyote Hunting

One of the most crucial decisions a coyote hunter can make is selecting the appropriate caliber for their hunt. This choice can significantly impact the success and ethical nature of the hunt. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the various aspects of choosing the best caliber for coyote hunting, considering factors like ballistics, hunting scenarios, and ethical considerations.

Where to shoot a coyote?

Where to shoot a coyote?

You've lured in that crafty coyote. He cautiously approaches your distressed rabbit calls. Finally he presents a perfect broadside shot at 100 yards. But where exactly do you aim for a clean, ethical kill? Proper shot placement is key.
Most hunters learn about ethical killing shots on big game like deer. The classic advice is to aim right behind the front shoulder, into the "boiler room." This targets the vitals for a humane harvest. But coyote anatomy differs from deer. Their vital organs sit further forward in the chest cavity.

How to sight in a thermal scope?

How to sight in a thermal scope?

Unlike regular rifle scopes that depend on visible light, thermal imaging translates infrared radiation into images you can see. So you've got no visible reticle aiming at a heat blob target. It's weird. The good news is ATN thermal scopes have features to make sighting way easier.

What is thermal imaging?

What is thermal imaging?

Thermal imaging devices have become a game-changer in various industries, offering a unique way to visualize and interpret the world around us. By harnessing the power of heat signatures, these devices provide invaluable insights and applications across multiple sectors. By converting the infrared energy emitted by objects into a visible spectrum, this technology lets us see the unseen. It uncovers subtle temperature variations in everything within its field of view, rendering visible what is usually invisible to the human eye. With the capability to function in complete darkness and challenging weather conditions, thermal imaging provides an unparalleled advantage in various applications.

Best Thermal Monocular for Coyote Hunting

Best Thermal Monocular for Coyote Hunting

Coyote hunting has rapidly grown in popularity, presenting unique challenges and thrilling experiences for hunters. In this nocturnal pursuit, the right gear is not just an advantage – it's a necessity. Among the most crucial pieces of equipment is the thermal monocular, a game-changer in tracking and hunting these elusive predators. This article shines a light on ATN monoculars, renowned for their cutting-edge thermal imaging technology, and explores why they are the best choice for coyote hunting.

Coyote Night Hunting Tips

Coyote Night Hunting Tips

Strap in folks, we're going coyote hunting after dark - the ultimate game of hide and seek. As a newbie night hunter myself, I'll pass along everything I've learned about this thrilling challenge. When that sun goes down, the hunt amps up to a whole new level. Your senses sharpen in the darkness. The spotlight beams across the field, searching for gleaming eyes. Your rifle scope quietly scans the shadows. The coyote caller whines into the night air. Adrenaline pumps through your veins. Let's do this!

Where to shoot a hog?

Where to shoot a hog?

Hunting wild hogs is a total blast - but different from deer! So all you off-season deer hunters switching over, listen up. We'll cover the beastly hogs' anatomy, weapons, and kill-shot secrets for safety and success. Let's go stick some bacon!

How often should you clean your gun?

How often should you clean your gun?

Guns are intricate machines needing regular care for safe, accurate shooting. But how often exactly should you clean your firearm? Frequency depends on use, ammo, and exposure to water or dirt. Follow these tips to keep your shooting irons in peak shape.