The eastern coyote is intelligent , cunning and very crafty. Everybody has coyotes but very few people actually go hunting for them. Hunting coyotes is a very skill building hunt which helps to build the confidence and patience which may make you a better big game hunter.
Hunters keep all coyotes shot during their stay or if they wish only take the trophy dogs home.
To locate the coyotes we usually start calling before dawn using a electronic howler. After the decision of where to hunt , hunter and guide sit together and switch to mouth calls to coax the coyotes into shooting range which can vary from them breathing down the back of your neck up to a few hundred yard. Hunting season is basically year round , although the colder winter months produce better pelts. Strict attention must be given to camoflage , scent and noise.