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Although not very familiar among raccoon hunters, calling these animals can improve the hunter’s efficiency. Not many studies have been done in this domain but one thing is for sure, there are many similarities between how to call raccoons and how hunters call foxes. In this section we will try to share our raccoon calling tips as well as some of the coon calls available on the market that both amateur and experienced hunters have been using.

Calling coons is somewhat similar with calling foxes because both animals come into a spot and then circle around you many times. A very wise rule of thumb to remember for the entire length of time it takes to call raccoons (or foxes) is about 10 minutes. A very recommended tool for coon calling would be the Dennis Kirk puppies tape as many experienced hunters affirm that this is the best way to call coons.

If you are planning to use a call for coons, we recommend that you hang it from a tree branch that is aimed in the direction you believe the raccoons will come from. We recommend that you hunt along with a friend, back to back, as these animals can come from anywhere and you don’t want to be surprised. You should try different volumes, go up, go down and make the power of the wind an advantage.

Experienced hunters recommend calling for 3 or 4 minutes, afterwards pause for about 5 minutes and then repeat the entire process. If you don’t detect any movement than it is best to move to another location and give it one more try. Don’t forget to shine trees after calling, both in and out of the calling area.

The recommended calls for this procedure would be rodent squeaks, bird distress, a predator call with “small“ sounds or anything similar with the above mentioned. Using a raccoon call along with a coon hound can drastically improve your chances for a more fruitful hunting adventure.

Useful Info :

We will now show you some raccoon calls that we consider worth purchasing as they bring the expected results (if properly done).

The first product is the Coon Squawler Call which causes coons to show their eyes. Brings coons down the tree ready to fight. A must have call for any serious coon hunter. The second product is the Flextone - Coon Squaller that has a flexible design which gives you more control of volume and tone. A soft bodied call that produces a more natural sound in comparison with traditional hard calls. Compact size and incredible durability.

The first product is the Primos - Raccoon Squaller which reproduces the whines of a raccoon. Perfect for calling and locating these animals and also coyotes, foxes and bobcats. The second product is the Bantam Raccoon Squaller which is a versatile pocket size call that packs a thunderous punch. It is made from high impact plastic with precision tuned stainless voice. It is guaranteed to be raspy and loud. The product includes a custom camo lanyard.

The first product is the Johnny Stewart - Coon Squaller which is a very easy to blow coon squaller. The call produces effective squalls and growls that drive coons wild. This is the best sounding raccon call ever developed by the company. The second product is the Faulk’s Game Calls - Coon Squaller which is a walnut finished call that is used in order to imitate a fighting raccoon. It is a very easy to use call and comes with complete instructions.