Have to introduce yourself castormound, since I just live up the road from you.

Sure thing

Looking forward to another year of Coyote Days. Learned a lot last year and have a Yooper buddy coming this year, also.

I'm waiting on a couple of people to confirm and I'll post the Demo List for this years Coyote Days.

I talked to Lee Steinmeyer yesterday, and he is added to this years demo lineup, and he is bringing some Deathrays and Fleshing knives with him.

I bought 2 Deathrays last year, and used them a lot. They are a very good item. I told Lee to being me another one, as they come in handy for multiple catches and I work out of two pickups and a side by side, so having one on in each vehicle is the plan. I can't say enough good about the Deathrays, and if you want to pick one up, you might order ahead.

This years lineup will include a few more ADC type demo presenters, as there was quite a bit of interest in that type of thing. (and rightfully so, it's a great way of life and has serves some of us well) And, plenty of fur trapping/snaring, fur handling and marketing info, as well as world class calling demos.

We'll also cover gland collecting in detail, and some other important tips. All in all, we'll cover a pile of topics, and as always, the demo presenters are all easily approachable, and a wealth of knowledge.

We have a full page ad in the Trapper Post Magazine this month, and we'll have an ad with demo list on it in the future. Time is flying by, and we'll keep you updated,

And, I've been asked if there is an entrance fee

Yes, we'll charge $10 for entrance for the weekend, It helps us pay for the fairgrounds, and motel rooms for the demo guys.

Stay tuned

Thanks, john

I called Dale at the "Trail Motel" about week ago and got Webb an myself a room for three nights.
Always enjoy staying with Dale as he runs a nice place at a reasonable price. Plus he is right across the street from the fair grounds so we can walk to the convention.

If Lee's doing a demo I'm going to have to commit to getting up there this year. Us kansas boys got to stick together.

I'm working on making it happen for me this year.

I've attended the last 2 years and was going to set this one out. After reading John's last update, I think I'm going to reconsider. I have one of Lee's Deathrays, 2 of his knives and a earth anchor driver. Top notch quality and workmanship. Very reasonable prices on his excellent products.

I'll be there again for sure. I've got a list of supplies, including a few more of Otis's stretchers and one of Lee's death rays, if I can talk him into a cup of his fine homemade wine to go with it.

Will there be any tailgating and trading sellers allowed??

I have the tentative list of demo presenters for Coyote Days, 2021 (In no particular order)

Boone Liane- SD- Coyote trapping/Snaring/ADC
Jim Arneson/JD Arneson- MT- Coyote calling and long range shooting
Bill Ilchick and Joel Blakeslee- NV- Bobcat trapping
Evan Anderson- SD- Coyote Trapping/Snaring
Roc Lee- MT- Coyote Snaring
Brad Troftgruben- WY- ADC Coyotes/M-44's
Les Johnson- NE- Coyote Calling
Justin Lemke- MT- Fur handling
John Graham & Dale Greenough- WY - Coyote Trapping/Snaring/ADC
Vern Howey- WY- Coyote Calling/ADC
Otis Latham & Todd Fairchild- CO- Coyote fur handling
Dan Hartman- MT- Coyote trapping and snaring
Colt Violet - WY- Coyote handling and marketing tips
Nick Smith- WY- Coyote ADC work
Scott Huber- SD- M-44's/fence snaring/Decoy Dogs
Lee Steinmeyer- KS- Coyote trapping and Death Ray usage
Dick Hane- CO- Coyote tips and ADC methods
Chris McAllister - SD- Coyote ADC
Mike Liane- ND- Coyote fur handling and tips
Dan Roberts- SD- Gland Collecting

FRIDAY NIGHT ROUNDTABLE 7 PM in main arena

As you can see, we are leaning towards a little more of the ADC (Predator Control) end of things this year, but we still have world class fur trapping and fur handling info .

These demos are ALL by people out there doing it, and are a wealth of knowledge!

I will post the scheduled times of each demo as we get closer, when we draw them out of a hat.

There will be a one hour demo slot on Saturday that I, and two or three other predator control trappers will talk about and demonstrate first hand, that I've never heard of being shown or talked about in any demo, ANYWHERE.

If you want to take your Coyote taking knowledge up a notch or two, this is the place to be!

August 20-21 LUSK, WY

It's coming up fast, and it will be here before you know it.

Thanks, John

Do we need to buy tickets or anything ahead of time

Yes Sir- No, you can buy a wrist band for admittance for the weekend ($10) when you get here

The banquet tickets will be sold at the front registration desk. First come, first served basis. We'll probably cap it at 300 again, so it shouldn't be a problem.

All raffle tickets will be only sold here, so the winners WILL all be people that attend.

Good question, thanks for asking!

I guess the Trail Motel is full, so if needing a room, call any of the other ones listed!

Thanks, John

John the demo list looks fantastic. Thanks for putting this on. I’d love to make it

Pawnee- Hey, You are welcome. Try to make it, It's going to be a great one!

A buddy of mine from Idaho just told me that he got the second to last room at the Rawhide Hotel, so only one room left there! (307) 334-2440

Motel rooms are going to go quick, and there's still 3 months to go.

If you are planning on getting a motel, you might do it quick. We're getting a LOT of inquires and its only May.

Covered Wagon Motel (307) 334-2836
Best Western Pioneer (307) 334-2640
Townhouse Motel (307) 334-2376

CAMPGROUNDS-

BJ's Campground (307) 334-2314
Prairie view Campground (307) 334-3174
Lone Pine Campground (307) 216-0148

And like I've mentioned before, there is basically unlimited camping right on the fairgrounds, if you don't need hookups or have a tent. Showers on the grounds.

$10 admission for the weekend

Banquet tickets on sale at the check in desk

A few post ago, I listed the Demo Lineup.

Thanks, John

Coyote Days Update:

Things are coming together nicely, and we're getting a few things done that usually happen at the last minute, so HOPEFULLY we're prepared for the huge turnout we expect!

We're going to use the main lawn (North of building) for demos again, with the option open for any presenter that wishes to use the area south of the main building for a more natural type setting. The few shade trees, and the big pipe railing around part of the north area comes in handy for people to sit on and lean against, so we're going to take advantage of it.

We'll have the usual bleachers for seating, but like last year, I'm encouraging people to bring their own LAWN CHAIR if you wish!

We have a decent sound system, so hearing isn't an issue, but if you find yourself sitting in a spot that you can't see as well as you'd like, just find the person later, and ask questions. It's what this event is all about.

We'll have the Friday Evening round table discussion in the main arena again, so we have lights and the sound system there.
The format will be the same as last year- with your choice, if asking a question, to either be for everyone, or one specific person.

There will be a PILE of information shared during the round table discussion the last few years, with 10-12 (or more) pros giving you their thoughts. I honestly felt last years panel was unprecedented, and never to be duplicated, but I assure you that this years will be in the same league.

I've been asked twice why am I leaning a little more towards ADC/Predator Control guys for demos?

The answer is simple: Most of these people were fur trappers before they went in to full-time or seasonal control work, so they know coyotes from top to bottom. Being in the field for so much of the year, gives them a lot of insight and experiences that aren't found while just fur trapping. Believe me, the more you can learn about coyotes, the more you will have to apply to your own efforts.

And, ALL of these guys are people that are out there DOING IT. The predator control field is made up of a lot of people that don't normally frequent conventions and/or give demos. There is a lot to learn from them. Since that is the field that I work in, I personally know and visit with many people about it throughout the year, and have for 38 years now. I hand pick people that I know have something to offer, and can convey it. AND, we also have the top fur producers from different areas/states on board too. In my eyes, it's another 'dream team', of coyote minded demo presenters!

To answer a few other questions: NO camp fires allowed on the grounds. It's pretty much a county wide rule anyway, in August.

All camping fees for on the grounds should be paid directly to the Fairgrounds office. But, if they aren't open, you can give the money to us at our main desk, and we will put it aside until after the event, and we can give it to them then. We don't encourage that, but we CAN do it.

More and more people are showing up on Thursday evening now, so they are here when the event officially starts bright and early on Friday, when we open the doors at 7 a.m. in the main building (at south end of grounds), and have breakfast available. The coffee pot will be on even earlier.

We'll have the National Anthem at 7:45 a.m., followed by a brief introduction, (by myself) and then the first demo will start at 8 a.m. sharp.

Demos will start every hour, right through lunch, with 10 each day.

Vendors will be demo people that have items they sell (Latham stretchers, Lee Steinmeyer, Vern Howey, Les Johnson, etc)
A buddy of mine that has a local gun shop sets up also. There is a variety to choose from.

There will be some raffles going on too, a few guns, bear trap, etc. ALL tickets are sold at Coyote Days only, so the winners Will be an attendee!

All in all, it's coming together, with the help and suggestions from some good friends.

Coyote Days is about providing solid info as well as meeting new and old friends.

If you have any questions, feel free to PM me.

Thanks, John

Ttt

Les Weaver, the new owner of the Hancock Trap Co. (Live beaver trap) is a dealer that will have a booth at Coyote Days.

Les bought the company from a buddy of mine in South Dakota last year, and has been building up an inventory of them.

We visited today, and he mentioned that it cost about $75 to ship one of the Hancock's, so if anyone wanted to pre-order one or more, this would be a good chance to pick up directly and save some serious money. Les also mentioned that he'd be bringing some traps to sell here also.

Les's number is: (605) 673-5858
Give him a call if you are looking for Hancock beaver traps. He can ship them too, if you aren't planning on coming to Coyote Days.

Thanks, John