Layout blinds for coyotes?

bowhunter57

bowhunter57

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Has anyone used a "layout" blind for coyote hunting?

I was considering this after our early goose season. I got to use one that another hunter had brought along and got to thinking of other applications for it's use.

Here's a link to an Avery Outdoors Finisher blind: www.averyoutdoors.com/finisher_blind.html#

Your opinions and experience is appreciated.
Thank you, Bowhunter57
 
I have used ground Blinds on many occations in Utah west Desert, Rockie Mountians and Arizona.

The areas that I used them were more of a conviance for me than any thing eles. For it was in ambush areas and over looking road kills.

They Do work but you have to really watch the wind.

Just my two cents worth.
 
Interesting idea to use a layout blind for varmint and/or game hunting!!!!!!!!!!!

I am thinking about buying a one man StrongBuilt hunters ground blind to use for varmint and game hunting. I feel that total concealment is the key to successfull hunting, but most ground blinds stick out like a sore thumb. The one man StrongBuilt is small, 34"W x 48"L x 45"H.

I guess now I will also give some thought to maybe using a layout blind, after reading the comments on the link you provided.
 
I do my share of goose hunting and one of these layout blinds will come in handy, so I might as well purchase one.

However, the area I live in is pretty barrin after the crops are off and the snow starts to fly. I would think that a layout blind would allow you to be in the open without being seen or being suspected.

Good hunting, Bowhunter57
 
I like the idea of being able to hide out in the open.

But wouldn't these be a pain in the butt to haul around from set up, to set up??( Place to Place)

How much do they weigh??
 
Well boys, I hunt wide open country. I do use layout blinds for geese, but not for coyotes.

My stands are only 15-20 minutes long, so it would be a pain to pack, set up,take down, pack out. I use camo and lie prone. I disappear. I've also used a ghillie suit and a turkey lounger.
The turkey lounger is much easier on this old guy than lying prone and cranking my neck to try to see. Frogs don't really have crankable necks. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif The lounger has a rigid back, so I can almost recline in it and with my ghillie, I disappear.

Here's a pic of Mike Granger. You can see the type of terrain we hunt and the camo he uses. It really is effective.

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Originally posted by mmsports:
[qb]I like the idea of being able to hide out in the open.
But wouldn't these be a pain in the butt to haul around from set up, to set up??( Place to Place)
How much do they weigh??[/qb]
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mmsports,
Most layout blinds are in the 15 lb. range, so there's not a lot of weight to consider. Their set-up time is approximately less than 2 minutes. It's something that you get used to setting up and it gets quicker as you go. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif

If you want to watch a video of a layout blind set up, go to www.cabelas.com and type "interceptor layout blind" in the search bar and it will take you to a "field video clips" for that blind. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

I do agree with Redfrog, on the snow camo and laying out in the open. I have never seen any camo work better than snow camo. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif I've had all sorts of animals walk within 10 yards of me, catch my scent but couldn't find me. Most animals are looking for a dark figure/outline.

Good hunting, Bowhunter57
 
I can't believe I missed this thread, I've been toying with the idea myself since the early goose season in September. I have purchased several yards of "Cornrow Cover" camoflauge material and a brown inner lining material as well. I'm going to frame a simple cube that lays low to the ground out of poplar and cover it with the material. It won't be the most mobile or convenient thing in the world but I think it will serve a purpose... I'll post pictures if I ever quit procrastinating and git-er'-dun'
 
I've considered some sort of portable ground blind for use when I take my young daughter along for calling. Anything to conceal her almost unavoidable movement would be nice. But all the ones I've seen at Cabelas etc. are too big for predator hunting. I'd like to construct something small and light and easy to fold up, that I could just set in front of us. Doesn't need to be enclosed overhead or even behind us. Just something to hide her blonde hair moving back and forth and her hands playing in the dirt from ole wiley. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif
 
Hi, We have been using camo systems style netting for over twenty years. Just recieved some yesterday in advantage timber and mossy oak break up, both are reversible with a dull brown on the other side. Also already have white. Some colors/styles come as the netting alone and we order #15 baseball netting(black) to put over it. Then we put 1/4 or green army rope on the perimeter and hog ring it all together. Sometimes get very large pieces and cut down. Best personal size is about 5x7. I leave about 16" rope on corners to tie off. Works good to lay flat in open fields, or to tie to bushes/fences or with fiberglass posts/tent poles. These break the human outline very well especially when there is something behind you or at least not the horizon. We have even painted these nets to suit the area. They are fold up small and are extremely light. Eamples on link. http://www.mosquitonetting.com/camo_netting.htm
 


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