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tors will show up quickly, often within 15 minutes. Keep an eye on the opposite bank as well in case a fox or coyote decides to sneak in from the opposite shore, and don’t be surprised if two or more predators show up at once. Be- cause any river course provides two up- stream and downstream approaches it’s possible that incomers could show up from four directions at once, completely unaware of each other. I’ve had this happen several times with raccoons, foxes and coyotes all converging on my position. The logical choice is to take the most valuable furbearer first and then hope for a second shot at one of the in- terlopers – but that won’t happen very often. In most cases you get one shot and the party is over. However, in rain, fog or falling snow it is possible to pick off a second target because the sound of the first shot may be sufficiently muffled to confuse the animals, caus- ing them to pause just long enough to allow a second opportunity. Don’t plan on such theatrics, but be ready for them! Some river banks may be flat and relatively open, which means calling
from the opposite shore may be the bet- ter choice. Tracks in the sand and mud or a beaten trail leading from the bank to the water are obvious clues. Beach the canoe or kayak near thick weeds or brush or use nearby foliage, a fallen tree or a log jam for camouflage. Call from the craft if the site is stable enough, or get out and sit nearby using thick grass or brush as a backdrop.
Keep in mind that it may take 30 minutes or more for a predator to close the distance, even longer on blustery days, so sit tight and call sparingly every 15 minutes or so. If wind or to- pography is an issue, get higher upon the bank to make sure that the sounds of your calls are carrying far enough for nearby predators to hear. It’s a rare fall or winter canine that won’t at least swing by for a look at what’s making all that racket. Most winter predators are in near-starvation mode and can’t afford to nap while a dying rabbit is screaming its head off down by the river. Expect immediate action but have the fortitude to stay put for 30 minutes or more before moving on. Patience (or
the lack of it) is what often makes all the difference in most predator calling situations, on land or water. Always stop to call when pad-
dling through crop fields, pastures and other away-from-the-road hotspots, especially where tree lines, hedgerows and irrigation canals, feeder streams and other topographic features provide two-sided opportunities. Predators may approach from one side or the oth- er, sometimes both, so it’s worth taking the time to hunt these areas. Be patient, set up effectively and give each spot a good half-hour before moving on. GUNS FOR THE GAME
Despite all the warnings about
safety, caution and care most float hunts end up being slam-bam affairs with a lot of mud flying, guns clattering around in the canoe and water, water, everywhere. For these reasons it’s probably best to leave your high-end collectible rifles and shotguns at home and opt for the most workmanlike firearms in the cabinet. Any of the new- wave varmint-caliber “black guns” in AR configurations will be fine, as will
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