I've been thinking about trying my hand at coyote calling and predator hunting. I hear that it's really easy.
Any tips for a newbie?
Find lots of spots and call them. It's the only way to really learn and get "good."
When you first start out there is a lot of luck involved and after you kill 40 there is still a lot of luck involved. But until you experience those few lucky times you won't really ever learn anything. Have a howler, have a wabbit distress and get a bulb squeaker.
Scouting isn't a bad idea but just because there is no dog sign doesn't mean you can't chance into a dog. Stop and take 10-15 minutes to call it anyway.
If you think you're making the right sound, you are. Just keep swinging.
.223 is a great round to use.
Travis