Post by andrew lewand on Mar 5, 2015 12:53:14 GMT -5
Q1
Which region of the country do you live in?
East 256
Mid-West 82
West 43
Q2
How many years have you been night hunting?
Less than 1 47
2 - 5 years 161
5- 10 years 80
Over 10 years 35
Over 20 years 58
Q3
What is your favorite portion of a night hunt?
Seeing fresh predator tracks in the snow. 9
Knowing that a predator is out hunting and it may show up at anytime. 78
Seeing the reflective eyes of a predator as it approaches the call. 253
Finding the predator in the scope and taking the shot. 4
Q4
How long do you typically stay out while calling at night?
1 - 2 hours 42
2 - 4 hours 169
4 - 6 hours 135
All night long 35
Q5
What time of night do you find most productive for night hunting?
6 PM - 9 PM 97
9 PM - Midnight 173
Midnight - 3 AM 87
3 AM - 6 AM 24
Q6
Describe your idea of perfect night hunting conditions regarding wind speed.
Calm winds 185
Light and variable winds < 5 mph 124
Steady winds 5 -1 5 mph 58
Other 13
Q7
Which type of moon do you find most productive to hunt under?
Full moon 75
No moon 190
1/4 moon 92
Other 24
Q8
When calling under a full moon, bright night which setup strategies do you find most useful?
I use available shade from a tree, or other structure, to mask my presence. 234
I still sit out in the middle of the field. 33
I sit close to cover because I think predators are unwilling to commit to the call on bright nights. 108
Other 24
Q9
When hunting on a bright full moon night, what do you do regarding your light?
Turn off my light and rely on the moon's brightness to detect predators. 92
I still use my light the entire time while on stand. 246
Use my light to detect incoming predators and then turn it off so I can shoot them using the brightness of the moon light 43
Q10
Which is your preferred light setup (assuming the use of lights is legal in your state)?
Tactical handheld LED flash light 19
Scope mounted LED flashlight 64
Combinations of the first two listed 147
Head Lamp 37
Lightforce Spotlight 27
Night Vision 30
Laser light 5
Other 52
Q11
Which is your favorite color of light for scanning for incoming predators?
White light 24
Red light 288
Amber light 4
Green light 36
Blue light 2
Other 2
Q12
What is your favorite color of light for taking a shot at a predator?
White light 58
Red light 240
Amber light 3
Green light 51
Blue light 1
Other 28
Q13
Have you made any modifications to your light setup for enhanced performance?
Added a shroud to the light to narrow the beam 184
Added a pressure switch to the light 120
Removed a pressure switch to the light 44
Other 96
Q14
In your opinion, how important is wearing camouflage at night?
Very - I still want to blend in to my surroundings 163
Somewhat - I don't want to stand out to the predator's keen eyesight. 151
Not at all - I feel that I am hidden behind the beam of my spotlight. 67
Q15
Do you scan with your light as you approach (walk/drive) your calling destination?
Yes 189
No 81
Depends on the terrain 97
Other 14
Q16
How long do you wait to call before starting your calling session?
I call right away without waiting. 76
< 5 minutes to let things settle down 192
5 - 10 minutes to let things settle down 112
Q17
What best describes your setup technique while night calling?
close to cover so I can intercept predators as they approach. 152
In the middle of a field so I can see predators approach from any cover. 82
High on the terrain so I have can see predators approach from a long distance. 141
At the bottom of the terrain so I can see predators approach as they look down on me. 6
Q18
How does your night time setup technique differ from day light hunting?
I set up just the same for day or night. 151
At night I worry less about concealment at night. 186
Other 44
Q19
Which best describes your scanning technique while on stand?
Lights on and scanning the area the entire time on stand. 225
Scan the area only while calling. 17
Scan intermittently. 112
Other 27
Q20
At what speed do you scan the terrain with your spotlight while calling at night?
Very slowly: the speed of a person walking. 139
Medium speed: the speed of a person running. 211
Fast speed: the speed of a passing car. 31
Q21
Once a predator has been detected in your light beam in the distance, what do you do?
Turn off light so the predator does not spook. 28
Keep the scanning light on it as it approaches. 192
Immediately switch to a shooting light to prepare for the shot. 110
Other 51
Q22
How do you attempt to prevent the predator from spooking as it approaches your setup?
Aim the light beam so that only the bottom edge of the light is lighting up the eyes (keeping it in the Halo). 283
Turn the light off for a few moments to let the predator get closer, then turn it on again. 22
Aim the center of the beam on the predator so it is maximally lit up. 35
Other 41
Q23
Where do you aim at a predator while night hunting?
Only at the reflective eyes. 34
At the body when it is illuminated by my light 307
Other 40
Q24
What is the average shot distance while hunting in the darkness of night?
Under 30 yards. 6
30 - 50 yards. 78
50 - 100 yards. 222
100 -150 yards 57
Over 150 yards 8
Other 10
Q25
What do you typically do if the predator check's up at a long distance?
If in range, take a shot at only the reflective eyes. 144
If in range, take a shot at where I think the body is in relation to the eyes. 65
Other 172
Q26
What was the longest successful shot you have made while night hunting?
> 100 yards 219
> 200 yards 122
>300 yards 38
Q27
Do you use specific retrieval tactics for finding downed predators?
Keep my shooting light aimed where I took the shot. 89
Have my partner keep his light on the predator. 99
Walk toward any landmarks that are in the vicinity of the predator. 223
Other 52
Q28
Do you have any certain types of call sounds that you prefer to use while night hunting?
No, I primarily use the same sounds as I would will day calling. 300
Yes, I have certain sounds that I like to use while night hunting. 21
If you answered "yes," please indicate them in the space below... 1
Night time sounds, write below... 59
Q29
Do you like to use a remotely placed call while night hunting?
Yes. 321
No. 22
Reason for no remote call, write below... 3
Q30
If you do use a remotely placed e-call, how far away do you typically place it from your set up position?
< 10 yards 93
20 - 40 yards 175
40- 60 yards 89
> 60 yards 24
Q31
Do you typically use a prey decoy while calling at night?
Yes. 104
No. 277
Q32
How do you determine which type of animal you are viewing at night?
Predator eyes are round and close together. 21
Deer eyes are farther apart and higher off the ground. 14
Deer eyes "go up and down" as the deer bobs its head while walking. 6
I only ID the animal when I can see it fully illuminated with my light. 300
Other 40
Q33
What additional safety precautions do you take while hunting at night?
Never move positions while calling with a partner. 159
Visit the location in the daylight to know what buildings are near the property. 247
Scan only with a handheld/headlamp light - not with scope mounted light. 184
Other 54
Q34
Do you vary any of the following during a night hunt versus a day hunt?
Shorter walk to set up position 194
Shorter calling duration 67
Significant volume changes 85
Other 97
Q35
What do you view as the major difference between night hunting and day hunting?
More exciting since you cannot see as far 12/16/14
coyotes are generally more willing to come out in a field to get a shot at night while during the day they will stay close to cover. I generally won't set up in woods at night due to lack of visibility even with a light. Plus coyotes regularly move at night to hunt so I feel that I have more chance 11/9/14
predators are more active and let ther gard down a little at night 9/24/14
isame 4/17/14
They come to the call better 3/28/14
Q36
What do you believe is the single most important factor to achieving success while calling at night?
I'm still learning. 12/16/14
watch your downwind side the most they like to circle to get scent first. Even watching sometimes they can come out and get back in cover within seconds 11/9/14
Be pationt and consistont 9/24/14
being quilt 4/17/14
Scouting 3/28/14
Which region of the country do you live in?
East 256
Mid-West 82
West 43
Q2
How many years have you been night hunting?
Less than 1 47
2 - 5 years 161
5- 10 years 80
Over 10 years 35
Over 20 years 58
Q3
What is your favorite portion of a night hunt?
Seeing fresh predator tracks in the snow. 9
Knowing that a predator is out hunting and it may show up at anytime. 78
Seeing the reflective eyes of a predator as it approaches the call. 253
Finding the predator in the scope and taking the shot. 4
Q4
How long do you typically stay out while calling at night?
1 - 2 hours 42
2 - 4 hours 169
4 - 6 hours 135
All night long 35
Q5
What time of night do you find most productive for night hunting?
6 PM - 9 PM 97
9 PM - Midnight 173
Midnight - 3 AM 87
3 AM - 6 AM 24
Q6
Describe your idea of perfect night hunting conditions regarding wind speed.
Calm winds 185
Light and variable winds < 5 mph 124
Steady winds 5 -1 5 mph 58
Other 13
Q7
Which type of moon do you find most productive to hunt under?
Full moon 75
No moon 190
1/4 moon 92
Other 24
Q8
When calling under a full moon, bright night which setup strategies do you find most useful?
I use available shade from a tree, or other structure, to mask my presence. 234
I still sit out in the middle of the field. 33
I sit close to cover because I think predators are unwilling to commit to the call on bright nights. 108
Other 24
Q9
When hunting on a bright full moon night, what do you do regarding your light?
Turn off my light and rely on the moon's brightness to detect predators. 92
I still use my light the entire time while on stand. 246
Use my light to detect incoming predators and then turn it off so I can shoot them using the brightness of the moon light 43
Q10
Which is your preferred light setup (assuming the use of lights is legal in your state)?
Tactical handheld LED flash light 19
Scope mounted LED flashlight 64
Combinations of the first two listed 147
Head Lamp 37
Lightforce Spotlight 27
Night Vision 30
Laser light 5
Other 52
Q11
Which is your favorite color of light for scanning for incoming predators?
White light 24
Red light 288
Amber light 4
Green light 36
Blue light 2
Other 2
Q12
What is your favorite color of light for taking a shot at a predator?
White light 58
Red light 240
Amber light 3
Green light 51
Blue light 1
Other 28
Q13
Have you made any modifications to your light setup for enhanced performance?
Added a shroud to the light to narrow the beam 184
Added a pressure switch to the light 120
Removed a pressure switch to the light 44
Other 96
Q14
In your opinion, how important is wearing camouflage at night?
Very - I still want to blend in to my surroundings 163
Somewhat - I don't want to stand out to the predator's keen eyesight. 151
Not at all - I feel that I am hidden behind the beam of my spotlight. 67
Q15
Do you scan with your light as you approach (walk/drive) your calling destination?
Yes 189
No 81
Depends on the terrain 97
Other 14
Q16
How long do you wait to call before starting your calling session?
I call right away without waiting. 76
< 5 minutes to let things settle down 192
5 - 10 minutes to let things settle down 112
Q17
What best describes your setup technique while night calling?
close to cover so I can intercept predators as they approach. 152
In the middle of a field so I can see predators approach from any cover. 82
High on the terrain so I have can see predators approach from a long distance. 141
At the bottom of the terrain so I can see predators approach as they look down on me. 6
Q18
How does your night time setup technique differ from day light hunting?
I set up just the same for day or night. 151
At night I worry less about concealment at night. 186
Other 44
Q19
Which best describes your scanning technique while on stand?
Lights on and scanning the area the entire time on stand. 225
Scan the area only while calling. 17
Scan intermittently. 112
Other 27
Q20
At what speed do you scan the terrain with your spotlight while calling at night?
Very slowly: the speed of a person walking. 139
Medium speed: the speed of a person running. 211
Fast speed: the speed of a passing car. 31
Q21
Once a predator has been detected in your light beam in the distance, what do you do?
Turn off light so the predator does not spook. 28
Keep the scanning light on it as it approaches. 192
Immediately switch to a shooting light to prepare for the shot. 110
Other 51
Q22
How do you attempt to prevent the predator from spooking as it approaches your setup?
Aim the light beam so that only the bottom edge of the light is lighting up the eyes (keeping it in the Halo). 283
Turn the light off for a few moments to let the predator get closer, then turn it on again. 22
Aim the center of the beam on the predator so it is maximally lit up. 35
Other 41
Q23
Where do you aim at a predator while night hunting?
Only at the reflective eyes. 34
At the body when it is illuminated by my light 307
Other 40
Q24
What is the average shot distance while hunting in the darkness of night?
Under 30 yards. 6
30 - 50 yards. 78
50 - 100 yards. 222
100 -150 yards 57
Over 150 yards 8
Other 10
Q25
What do you typically do if the predator check's up at a long distance?
If in range, take a shot at only the reflective eyes. 144
If in range, take a shot at where I think the body is in relation to the eyes. 65
Other 172
Q26
What was the longest successful shot you have made while night hunting?
> 100 yards 219
> 200 yards 122
>300 yards 38
Q27
Do you use specific retrieval tactics for finding downed predators?
Keep my shooting light aimed where I took the shot. 89
Have my partner keep his light on the predator. 99
Walk toward any landmarks that are in the vicinity of the predator. 223
Other 52
Q28
Do you have any certain types of call sounds that you prefer to use while night hunting?
No, I primarily use the same sounds as I would will day calling. 300
Yes, I have certain sounds that I like to use while night hunting. 21
If you answered "yes," please indicate them in the space below... 1
Night time sounds, write below... 59
Q29
Do you like to use a remotely placed call while night hunting?
Yes. 321
No. 22
Reason for no remote call, write below... 3
Q30
If you do use a remotely placed e-call, how far away do you typically place it from your set up position?
< 10 yards 93
20 - 40 yards 175
40- 60 yards 89
> 60 yards 24
Q31
Do you typically use a prey decoy while calling at night?
Yes. 104
No. 277
Q32
How do you determine which type of animal you are viewing at night?
Predator eyes are round and close together. 21
Deer eyes are farther apart and higher off the ground. 14
Deer eyes "go up and down" as the deer bobs its head while walking. 6
I only ID the animal when I can see it fully illuminated with my light. 300
Other 40
Q33
What additional safety precautions do you take while hunting at night?
Never move positions while calling with a partner. 159
Visit the location in the daylight to know what buildings are near the property. 247
Scan only with a handheld/headlamp light - not with scope mounted light. 184
Other 54
Q34
Do you vary any of the following during a night hunt versus a day hunt?
Shorter walk to set up position 194
Shorter calling duration 67
Significant volume changes 85
Other 97
Q35
What do you view as the major difference between night hunting and day hunting?
More exciting since you cannot see as far 12/16/14
coyotes are generally more willing to come out in a field to get a shot at night while during the day they will stay close to cover. I generally won't set up in woods at night due to lack of visibility even with a light. Plus coyotes regularly move at night to hunt so I feel that I have more chance 11/9/14
predators are more active and let ther gard down a little at night 9/24/14
isame 4/17/14
They come to the call better 3/28/14
Q36
What do you believe is the single most important factor to achieving success while calling at night?
I'm still learning. 12/16/14
watch your downwind side the most they like to circle to get scent first. Even watching sometimes they can come out and get back in cover within seconds 11/9/14
Be pationt and consistont 9/24/14
being quilt 4/17/14
Scouting 3/28/14
. I can see why Andrew was asking early in the season about continuing. Everyone have a great off season ! Congrats to all the successful hunters this 2023-24 season