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The Ultimate Guide on How to Get Rid of Coyotes on Your Property
If you’ve ever wondered how to get rid of coyotes on your property then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled several expertly-crafted articles and videos to teach you the basics of how to get rid of coyotes, as well as tips and tricks to trap a coyote live.
Trapping coyotes requires a ton of patience. Not only are they shyer than other small animals, but they’re also incredibly fast.
First, we have this video guide you can watch on How to Make a Coyote Trap, with the steps to follow. Then be sure to keep reading because we also have Basics of Coyote Trapping, Trapping Coyotes: Sets to Trap Problem Coyote, and Trapping Coyotes with Debris Mounds below.
Check out the post below to see the complete guide on how to get rid of coyotes lurking around your place, and be sure to send us your own trapping tips in the comments section!
How to Get Rid of Coyotes with a Trap
As you can tell, you have several options when it comes to setting your own coyote trap. In the video below, outdoor expert Heith “Gonzo” Gagnon shows how to get rid of coyotes with a step-down trapping set.
Check out the step-by-step breakdown below to see how to get rid of coyotes.
You Will Need:
- Dirt Sifter
- Trap (Gonzo uses a Duke #4×4 coil)
- Stake or drag
- Trowel
- Kneeling pad
- Some sort of pan cover
- Groundhog hammer
- Bait (he uses Minnesota Brand predator bait)
- Lure (he uses GH II and fox urine)
- A small bucket of dry dirt
- Antifreeze (if the weather calls for it)
1. Find a Central Location
The best location for a step-down is somewhere the coyotes are likely to cross. Gonzo sets his trap in a field between a trail and a gate.
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on November 9, 2016, and has been updated for quality and relevancy.