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mmoore

How did you gals get into hunting?

Ladies, can we talk about learning to hunt? When I started in college, finding other women hunters was nearly impossible! I was lucky to have guy friends and my now-husband teach me the ropes, but that "after the shot" process was honestly terrifying. The field dressing and quartering part? Total game-changer once I figured it out. I'll never forget my worst job with a massive bull elk - exhausted, cold, and completely overwhelmed. That's when I discovered the gutless method and it literally changed everything! Now I hunt solo with confidence and actually prefer it. There's something so freeing about mastering those skills that initially seemed impossible. I’d love to hear your stories—how did you get started? What was the biggest challenge for you? #hunting #womenwhohunt #gutlessmethod

How did you gals get into hunting?
mmoore

Been trapping coyotes wrong this whole time

Thought I’d share a few things that’ve seriously improved my coyote trapping success over the years. Some of these I learned the hard way, so maybe they’ll save you some time (and frustration). 1️⃣ Bed your trap tight. No wiggle, no catch. Pack dirt around the jaws so the trap feels like solid ground to the coyote. 2️⃣ Focus on quality. Two well-made sets in good spots will beat ten sloppy ones. Precision matters more than volume. 3️⃣ Use trusted sources. Old-school trapping books and certified classes > random YouTube advice. Bad info wastes seasons. 4️⃣ Avoid busy areas. Stay away from trailheads or dog-walking spots. It’s not worth the risk of catching a pet or creating conflict. 5️⃣ Check traps twice daily. If you can, check morning and late afternoon—especially during breeding season when coyotes move midday. 6️⃣ Go easy on scent. Too much lure overwhelms. Use just a small dab, buried deep, to keep coyotes curious and working your set. 7️⃣ Expect “bonus” catches. You’ll get bobcats, coons, maybe skunks. Know how to release them safely and legally. 8️⃣ Have a post-catch plan. Be ready to dispatch humanely and process or dispose of the animal properly, especially if it’s sick. These are lessons learned from the field — and I’m still learning every season. Anyone else got a favorite tip or mistake you wish you'd avoided early on? #hunting #coyotetrapping #trappingtips

Been trapping coyotes wrong this whole time
lolson

I always do more work in July than hunting season

Just got back from checking my spots and can't stress enough how crucial July prep is. Made the mistake of skipping this a few years back and paid for it all season long. Here's what I'm hitting hard right now: 1️⃣ Food plot check - drought hit my clover hard this year, already replanting before it's too late 2️⃣ Water sources - with temps climbing, deer patterns revolve around water. Found three new seeps I never knew existed 3️⃣ Low-impact scouting - deer aren't spooked yet, perfect time to find those bedding-to-feeding routes and hang stands 4️⃣ Early season setups - ag fields are starting to show which trails get heavy use The beauty of July work is deer barely notice you're there. Come September, you'll know exactly where to be while other hunters are still figuring out the property. What's your biggest July scouting priority this year? #hunting #deerhunting #scouting #huntingprep

I always do more work in July than hunting season
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