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If you want to be a better coyote hunter then you need to listen in! Jeff Thomason, host of “Predator Pursuit” on Sportsman Channel is a seasoned pro, a predator hunting whiz and he joins us with tips that will make you a more successful coyote hunter.
Kicking it off with night hunting for coyotes, Jeff says there are several things a hunter needs to understand about light:
There are so many factors that go into any successful hunt, but when it comes right down to it, getting eyes on the animal you are pursuing and identifying how far away they are is crucial. Those two steps will help you decide if and when a shot is realistic. Bottom line, your optics play a huge role in tagging the game you’re after, so they better be good!
What caliber is your go-to predator gun?
There are a lot of solid caliber choices out there, but if you’re in the market for a new one, it can be a tough decision. So, to help, we’ve tapped an expert to walk us through the how-to’s of selecting the right predator caliber for you. Meet Derrick Ratliff, he’s a gun guy. Derrick is the President and Founder of Horizon Firearms, a custom rifle company based out of the great state of Texas.
The 2018 National Finals Rodeo (NFR) is almost here. Beginning December 6th in Las Vegas, Nevada cowboys, cowgirls and rodeo lovers will invade the city for the pinnacle of rodeo action. Competing in this high-profile showdown will be Trey Benton III, PRCA Professional Bull Rider from Rock Island, Texas. He's currently ranked #10 in the world, has racked up over $1-million in earnings throughout his nine years as a professional cowboy and this year will be his 5th riding in the NFR. Trey joins us this week for a fun and interesting look into his high-stakes career.
Quite possibly the most critical decision a waterfowl hunter has to make is where to hunt on any given day. But, once you’ve found the right location, it’s all about the spread. Decoys can be used to manipulate waterfowl in a way that attract them to a specific location, but also work to give hunters better shot opportunities. So, how do you go about making a convincing spread and what should you know about decoys to maximize your success afield? John Gechter with Rainin’ Skies Waterfowl in Denver, Colorado joins us for a lesson in strategically positioning decoys.
Hey waterfowlers, let’s talk shot! What gauge shotgun do you use for ducks and geese? What is your preferred shot size? What is important to you when selecting a waterfowl load? Jared Hinton is the Communications Coordinator for Federal Premium Ammunition and he joins us for an in-depth look at a few different waterfowl offerings from Federal Premium Ammunition. Brand new and/or totally redesigned for maximum performance, these loads are definitely worthy of your attention, so listen up!
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a died in the wool every day waterfowler, we’re all chasing the same birds and have to be at the peak of our game to take limits. Joining The Revolution this week is seasoned pro Chad Belding, host of “The Fowl Life” on Outdoor Channel airing Fridays at 7:00 pm ET. He stops by with a look at how the season has progressed thus far and how weather has played a role in early season opportunities, plus he lays out a game plan for conquering the cold weather to come.
Deer hunting may be America’s favorite big game pursuit, however rabbits, second only to squirrels, take the cake in the small game category. Some sources estimate the number of rabbit hunters in the U.S. to top 1.5 million making rabbit hunting the 4th most popular hunting pursuit in the country. Even more surprising is that rabbit hunting beats out waterfowl, dove, bear and other species in popularity. Who would have thought that these little furballs could command such an audience? What they lack in size they more than make up for in the challenge they present. In addition, they are plentiful. Unlike big game animals that have very specific ranges, rabbits are found about everywhere and bag limits are usually very generous.
Ask a rifle deer hunter what their favorite caliber is, and they are likely to pick one of the following:
6.5 Creedmoor
.270 Winchester
7mm 08 Remington
.30-30 Winchester
.308 Winchester
.30-06
.300 Win Mag
There are a lot of great deer calibers out there and while it is widely debated which caliber is king, the reality is they all have their place. Jared Hinton is the Communications Coordinator for Federal Premium Ammunition and he joins us this week for a special two-part interview to talk all things calibers and ammunition.
Hunting is a lifestyle, a heritage passed from one generation to the next, it’s part of our roots. However there has been a noticeable decline in hunter participation across the country. Less than 5% of Americans 16 and older, hunt. In addition, at no time in history have kids spent less time outdoors than they do today. It’s time to turn that around and that starts with mentoring youth and new hunters alike. Gregg Ritz is the host of “Hunt Masters” and one of my outdoor man crushes. “Hunt Masters” airs Sundays at 8:30 pm ET on Outdoor Channel. Gregg is a prolific hunter, a world traveler, a skilled outdoorsman and a dad – an advocate for getting kids outdoors and involved in hunting pursuits.
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