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2009 WNYS Predator Hunt
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Partial Group Shot 2009

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Welcome!  Here is all the information about the Western New York State Predator Hunt
 
 

INTRODUCTION

Predator calling/hunting contests are a rare entity here in the east, especially here in New York State. In 2003, The Bark At The Moon Coyote Club hosted the first Western New York State Predator Hunt as a way to draw area hunters together and celebrate their hobby and passion. The contest has rapidly grown and the contest organizers are thrilled with the support they are receiving from area hunters and sponsers, both local and national.

The Contest Details

CONTEST PHILOSOPHY:

The idea behind the hunt is to have a weekend event full of predator calling action. From the organizer's standpoint, the focus of the event is to provide a friendly predator hunting event for hunters of all experience and skill levels.

HUNT FORMAT:

- Entry fee money will be used to provide raffle prizes in addition to what our sponsors provide.
- The top four place winners will received trophies and cash prizes.
- All participants are subject to a polygraph test to deter cheating.
- The event will include a skinning demonstration
- Check-in time is 1:00 - 2:00 PM


WHEN:

The 2010 contest dates are January 29, 30 & 31. Contest starts at Dusk on Friday night. All hunters must be registered before event starts. Entry form w/ payment must be received on or prior to Wednesday January 27, 2010. See entry form link for details on where to send entry form & payment.

WHO:

Any hunter who posses a NYS hunting license can join contest.

Calling Division
one man team = $ 20.00 fee
two man team = $ 30.00 fee
 
Father/Youth (<15) Division  = $ 30.00  

Big Dog Bounty = $ 5.00 extra PER TEAM.  Total purse goes to heaviest coyote.


You are signing up as a one or two man team and must hunt as one team. It is against contest rules to combine team efforts.


WHERE:

Hunters can hunt anywhere in New York State. We do not provide areas to hunt, that is up to the hunters.

HOW:

All hunters must abide by NYS game laws. Hunters must present their game at time of check-in ( 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)

Only animals taken during contest hours are eligible.

No trapped animals allowed.

No road kill animals allowed.

No freezer frozen animals allowed.

Each animal will be biologically examined.

Attach a piece of paper to each animal stating which day it was taken and also the time of day.

Winners will be awarded Trophy & Cash for the four top finishers. 100% pay out!

Winners for calling division to be determined using a point system...

Coyote = ten (10) points
Fox (red/gray)= five (5) points

In the case of a tie, total weight will determine winner.

Other prizes will be raffled at check-in party. You must be in attendance to win raffle prizes. The prizes are great... So, do not miss out, Plan on attending!

CHECK IN:

There is only one check in and that is on Sunday January 25th at 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. The check-in will take place at the Genesee Conservation League,1570 Old Penfield Road,Rochester, NY 14625. After the check-in, we will have a social gathering. Prizes will be awarded and door prizes will be drawn. This promises to be a great time. Food and drink will be available. Meet area hunters and have a good time! Don't miss out!

RAFFLE:

You must be present at check-in to be eligible for raffle prizes.

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Useful Contest Links...

Check-In Map

Print Entry form

Contest Roster

Past Winners & Hunt Summaries

Prize List

Contest Photos

2009 Hunt Stats
 
97 Calling teams entered
69% of calling teams checked-in
29% of calling teams brought in predators 
7  coyotes brought in 
55 fox brought in
48.4 pounds = heaviest coyote McDonald/O'Konsky


OFFICIAL CONTEST SPONSERS...

Here are some of the Good folks who supplied prizes to last year's contest. Many are new sponsers! The list will be updated through out the summer and fall. Use your browser's back key to return to this site.


























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