Sojka and I headed out for the first time to see how this coyote stuff worked. Looked around and decided to try a canyon by big rock creek out near Palmdale. Hiked in a bit and called a couple places but no sign of any life at all. Maybe we were at too high of an elevation? Been looking all over la county for spots with signs of life but haven't seen much at all in hunting areas so i guess we will keep searching.
Took some pictures but I don't know how to attatch them from my photobucket via iPad on here. Anyway, fun to get out there at least. Realize we don't really know quite what we're doing out there.
First hunt.. Gotta start somewhere.
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Posted 27 August 2012 - 08:52 PM
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Posted 27 August 2012 - 08:56 PM
Welcome to California Predators Club. Don't get discouraged. We all had to start someplace and most of us had a lot of failures. Still do for that matter. Hang in there. When the first one responds to a call you will be hooked.
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Posted 27 August 2012 - 09:06 PM
We think we're gonna try the Owens valley next. Bummed there was no action today, but it was so great just being out there. Hopefully we get some more successful reports up soon!
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Posted 27 August 2012 - 09:26 PM
You get props just for going out and trying 
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By the way, there's not many coyotes in Inyo county.........................
. You don't just accidentally get good at anything. The shooting of anythng is the easy part, the real hard part comes from trying not to let the less successful hunts get you down and deter you from trying again. Keep at it, just keep at it. And best of luck.By the way, there's not many coyotes in Inyo county.........................
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Posted 27 August 2012 - 09:58 PM
Definitely heading out next week again. Took me forever to catch fish when I started so I certainly know it takes time for anything. It's just so limited out here in LA county. They are mad strict with where you can hunt. Everywhere that looks really good is no hunt area.
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Posted 27 August 2012 - 11:35 PM
Welcome. Keep at it and it will happen.
You can hop but you can't hide. Yahi Bowmen. Its not how far you can shoot but how close to the game you get when you shoot. Sights we don't need any sights. Why waist time reloading when I can be making arrows.
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Posted 27 August 2012 - 11:51 PM
Welcome.. There are days we dont see anything and then there are days you dont want to go home lol.. But for myself its still a little warm to be calling. I am from nebraska and like it when it cold. I will start calling in Oct. But I know guys that call year around so all up to you! Keep trying they will come!!
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Posted 28 August 2012 - 08:01 AM
Hey Adam, that is the (high) price we pay for living in L.A.... It really SUCKS in other words, as a hunter &/or outdoorsman. As mentioned above, perseverance is the real key. And as also mentioned, once you slay one, you'll be hooked. It's the highest adrenaline rush in hunting & fishing in Ca. Just ask Bisley's nephew. 
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Just a suggestion, not to mention your exact hunting locations. Sure, there isn't anywhere that hasn't likely been hunted, but no need having a LOTTTTTT more hunters hammering your area either. There are hundreds, if not more, of folks reading this stuff on the net. Many of us have seen hunting or fishing spots ruined by loose lips. Again, just my opinion is all.
Anyway, hang in there, keep us posted, and Good Luck
LOL decided to try a canyon by big rock creek out near Palmdale.
Just a suggestion, not to mention your exact hunting locations. Sure, there isn't anywhere that hasn't likely been hunted, but no need having a LOTTTTTT more hunters hammering your area either. There are hundreds, if not more, of folks reading this stuff on the net. Many of us have seen hunting or fishing spots ruined by loose lips. Again, just my opinion is all.
Anyway, hang in there, keep us posted, and Good Luck
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Posted 28 August 2012 - 08:18 AM
Welcome to the site Adam, and Sojka.
I think you will like it here, Lots of good information.
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I think you will like it here, Lots of good information.
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Stupid people shouldn't be allowed to vote.
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Posted 28 August 2012 - 10:03 AM
Don't worry about the alt. I shot a coyote at 9000ft and missed a couple more just a few weeks ago... They are everywhere. Welcome and good luck!
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Posted 28 August 2012 - 02:23 PM
I'm with Frank on the location information. Most on here can tell from an innocent photo where you're hunting as well, so be creative when you take pictures. BRC gets hit pretty hard by day users this time of year. Stay at it and keep calling. It'll happen.
Good luck and welcome to the forum.
Good luck and welcome to the forum.
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Posted 28 August 2012 - 06:32 PM
Yes, welcome aboard! 
Now, don't try to get away! I am more muscular, more cunning, faster, and larger than you are, and I am a genius. Why you could hardly pass the entrance examinations to kindergarten.
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Posted 28 August 2012 - 11:51 PM
Went out a different part of Angeles forest this evening found some good spots, tried calling, no go. Still trying
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Posted 29 August 2012 - 06:01 PM
It's the highest adrenaline rush in hunting & fishing in Ca. Just ask Bisley's nephew.
Yep, what don't kill him (or scar him for life) will only become more addicting to him. But watch out for those 3' tall bad boys though 
. He wants to try it again, but only after you eradicate the man-eating 3' tall ones for him Frank Keep looking and keep calling. Just like real estate is all about location, calling can be not only about location, but also about the right timing as well.
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