Bark at the Moon Gear Box
We thought it might be interesting to feature some of the equipment that We use in pursuit of predators. While
we do not claim to have all the answers related to equipent, do have manage to come up with some neat ideas. Maybe
you can get some ideas to incorporate into your hunting and enhance your success and comfort while afield
CALLS:
Above = My triple lanyard with my "Go To" mouth calls. On the left is a Primos # 14.
In the center is the Lohman howler. On the right is a vintage Lohman closed reed rabbit distress call.
ABOVE = FoxPro FX5 Digital Call. This is my favorite! This model has all the features a serious predator
caller could ask for.
I purchsased this Model #38 Foxpro, with 8 sounds, purley for night hunting. No frills here... Just some great
sounds! I loaded it with howls and some proven distress sounds
DECOYS:
We have experimented alot over the years with the use of decoys. It would seem to make sense that appealing
to two of the predators senses is better than one.
Foxpro's Jack In The Box Decoy works like a champ. I credit if for
the triple I took in early October!
Here is the new Whirling Woodpecker
Decoy from Outfoxed Products.
Here is another decoy for 2005. It is called a panic mouse 360 and can be purchased at Petsmart stores for $ 24.00
I have painted mine gray and green and them put some white sports tape on it for winter snow camo.
This remote control rabbit should make a few predators curious. He is
named Sampson the Bionic Bunny and made his debut on December 25, 2001
Here is my homemade, low budget decoy. It features a moton ball
and some faux fur that I bought at a fabric store.
RIFLES:
Here is my Remington model # 700 in .223. It has a custom trigger,
oversize trigger guard and a 6 x 18 scope. The bipod shown is the Stoney Point.
Here is my Remington Model 700 in .223. You will notice it is topped with a 6 x 12 scope and a niteforce spotlight
for hunts in the dark. The Harris Bipod is the model with long range extensions, but I'd like to see them extend even
farther so that I could use a stool for increased comfort.
LIGHTS:
This Lightforce 170 light, shown above, from tufflights.com is what the doctor ordered for getting the job done.
It is the "cadillac" of night hunting lights!
CHAIRS:
Comfort is king while hunting. However, it is also essential to have something that is easy to carry afield.
We have some nice equipment options and will get the pictures on here shorly.
ABOVE: This chair is lightweight and adds comfort to any long stand. It comes with a bag with straps to carry
it. It is worth the little bit of extra weight for long afternoon hunts. Notice the shooting sticks. They
are from Stoney Point and come highly recommended. I have attached mouse squeekers to each one and that is another trick
to enhance success.
* We do not hunt from trucks and our equipment is geared for walking to setup and hunting from the ground*
OTHER GEAR:
Range Finder. A valuable tool for knowing your distances while afield. Memorize your distances in the day and
you'll have an idea of where your target is at night as well.
Double Outlet Charger for Lights: Pick this cheap item up at an auto store and be able to charge 2 lights at once
while driving from stand to stand
Digital Scale: I always like to know how much the critters weigh
Camera & Tripod: I always carry a digital camera with me and keep a tripod in the truck for taking pictures afield
Never go on any hunt without some TP. It'll save your hunt!
For extra-cold nights, nothing works better than slipping some of these in your gloves or boots.
Chap Stick is vital for hunting in winter. Protect your lips against frigid air and wind with Chap Stick
