Diy predator hunting in the US for foreign hunters.

Sammeke

Sammeke

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Hello everyone,

Me and my hunting buddy live in Europe and we would love to shoot a few coyotes in our lifetimes and maybe also some other typical US predators like bobcat or grey fox.
Looking at the prices of guided US predator hunts, we find these expensive for varmint shooting.
Been hunting for more then 30 years and quite experienced with calling in all kinds of European varmints I am pretty sure we could call in coyotes and other US predators also on our own, without the cost of a huntingguide.
It would be much more challenging also this way but is coyote hunting feasable in the Us on a diy basis as a European hunter?
What would be the best states and best time for dĂłing this?
We would love to keep it simple with not too much paperwork so we have more time to hunt.
We have our own rifles and the necessary documents to travel with these.

Curious for your replies,
Sam
 
You could have a good time hunting in most states but I would focus on a state that has a lot of public land if you don't want to pay a trespass fee. Western states have higher densities of coyotes and most have plenty of public land.
Wyoming would be a good state to look at. Plenty of public land and coyotes. You could also spend a day or two sight seeing in Yellowstone and/or Buffalo Bill museum if there are windy days in the forecast that are more difficult to hunt in. You could find a rental vehicle for $50 - $100 per day and arrange hotels or small cabins ($100-$200/day) at in different areas of Wyoming each night and explore different parts of the state. For just coyotes, you don't need a hunting license. I would just focus on coyotes if I were you. The time of year really depends on what temperatures you want to hunt in. If you don't mind colder weather, November could be good. If you want warmer weather, September would be a better choice.
 
BrianID said:
You could have a good time hunting in most states but I would focus on a state that has a lot of public land if you don't want to pay a trespass fee. Western states have higher densities of coyotes and most have plenty of public land.
Wyoming would be a good state to look at. Plenty of public land and coyotes. You could also spend a day or two sight seeing in Yellowstone and/or Buffalo Bill museum if there are windy days in the forecast that are more difficult to hunt in. You could find a rental vehicle for $50 - $100 per day and arrange hotels or small cabins ($100-$200/day) at in different areas of Wyoming each night and explore different parts of the state. For just coyotes, you don't need a hunting license. I would just focus on coyotes if I were you. The time of year really depends on what temperatures you want to hunt in. If you don't mind colder weather, November could be good. If you want warmer weather, September would be a better choice.
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These are really some awesome things to know, much appreciated, thank you đź‘Ť
 
I think much of the same rationale applies to Nevada.

New Mexico and Arizona also have plenty of public ground. You have to buy a license in both states, but prices are reasonable. In NM you would focus on coyotes due to the cost of the non-resident furbearer license (about $330), whereas in AZ you can hunt all the furbearers and small game for $20/day or $160/year. Like WY, there are lots of non-hunting things to see and places to go. As you get closer to planning your trip, reach out to us here and we can help you narrow down your options and make solid plans.

Good luck!
 
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