CLICK HERE for a map to the Glendale Arena

The ISE show in Glendale is Arizona’s once-a-year chance to celebrate the outdoors with family and friends, capture show-priced bargains, and meet face-to-face with guides and lodge owners from nearby and around the world.

CLICK HERE to view the ISE website, get more details, and purchase tickets.

Predator calling & hunting has seen tremendous growth in popularity in Arizona and across the United States .  Recognizing that trend, Wildlife Callers and the ISE will be providing three FREE seminars over the four day Glendale, AZ ISE expo.  Seminar types, times and dates are as follows:

Seminar One: Predator Hunting Basics – The 101 Class

Topics: How to get started in predator hunting.  The quarry–a brief discussion of the target animals–coyote, fox, bobcat, and cougars.  The equipment.  A discussion of predator calls, guns and gear for every budget.  Where to hunt.  A discussion on where to find the animals you’re looking for, stand selection, scent control & wind direction considerations, shooting lane visibility, and more.  When to hunt.  There are seasons for predators in Arizona–we’ll discuss that briefly.  Audience Q&A session will be provided.

Presenter: Mark Healy of Wildlife Callers

Day/Time: Thursday Feb 24 from 12:30 to 1:30

Location:The ISE’s RMEF Adventure Theater

Seminar Two: Predator Calls–Electronic Calls vs. Hand Calling

Topics: Choosing your first predator call or your next call.  A discussion and demonstration of modern electronic calls and a variety of hand calling equipment–stand selection and proper setups for each will also be discussed.  Audience Q&A session will be included.

Presenters: Mark Healy of Wildlife Callers and Rich Higgins of the Phoenix and AZ Predator Callers clubs.

Day/Time: Friday Feb 25th from 12:30 to 1:30

Location: The ISE’s RMEF Adventure Theater

Seminar Three:  Calling Mountain Lions with Electronic Calls

Topics: Techniques for locating and successfully calling cougars with electronic calls and digitally recorded mountain lion vocalizations.  Terrain & Sign: Where in Arizona are lions found?  What is a caller looking for when choosing a calling location?  Sounds: A discussion of lion vocalizations and how to make them part of your “sound picture” you’ll create with an electronic caller.  Set-Ups & Time On Stand: Call ‘em in tight cover, or across canyons–a discussion of two stand types.  Optics: Best practices with binos.  Audience Q&A session included.

Presenter: Mark Healy of Wildlife Callers

Day/Time: Sunday Feb 27th at 10:30am

Location: The ISE’s RMEF Adventure Theater

We had a great time at the ISE show last year and look forward to meeting new and old friends at the Glendale Arena.  While you’re walking the floor, don’t forget to look us up and stop by the booth.

The Wildlife Callers' Team - Marc R, Dave M, & Mark H

Good hunting to everyone–we’ll see you in Glendale,

Mark Healy

info@wildlifecallers.com

Wildlife Callers is glad to announce it’s newest relationship with one of the world’s largest manufacturers of AR style rifles, parts, and accessories – DPMS Panther Arms! 

As AR style rifles gain tremendous popularity in predator hunting, it was a natural move for us to seek a selling partnership with DPMS.  While at the 2010 World Predator and Hunting Expo we met with Shane Cuperus in the Black Cat Express and secured the deal.  We use and recomend the DPMS rifle lineup without hesitation.  We’re glad to have their products on our website & in our store. 

In the DPMS Black Cat Express with Shane Cuperus (DPMS Sales) and Brian Downs (Predator Talkcast)

The DPMS line of rifle uppers and products is extensive!  It will take us several days to get all of the products we’ll need in our store to properly represent the depth of what DPMS offers the modern shooter and predator hunter. 

Access the current DPMS upper barrel assemblies in our store by clicking here.  More will be added soon. 

Upper assemblies for AR rifles allow you to get the most from any standard AR rifle you already own.  Whether you’re looking for an optics ready A3 Flattop style .204 Ruger for your predator rig, or a tactical upper for home defense, we can provide just what you need. 

DPMS barrel assemblies are “pin & shoot” easy to install and cost a fraction of a complete new rifle.  You can have DPMS precision, reliability, and style without breaking the bank in the process. 

To see details on the upper assembly pictured below,  click here. 

DPMS .204 Ruger Upper Assembly 24 inch Fluted Bull Barrel

As of today we can offer every barrel assembly, attachment, accessory, and AR part that is not restricted by a Federal Firearms License (FFL) or “Law Enforcement Only” restrictions.  If you have been looking for a DPMS upper assembly and don’t see it on our site, call us toll-free for a quote at 1-877-734-1010 or email us at info@wildlifecallers.com  

We will not ship internationally, and at this time we are not shipping DMPS barrels and accessories to New York and New Jersey.

Can Wildlife Callers get you a complete DPMS rifle?

Not right now.  We will find an authorized DPMS dealer in your area for you to buy a complete rifle.

We are weighing benefits against the headaches of having an FFL.  We’ll eventually make a decision on how we’re going to proceed.  If we decide to obtain our Federal Firearms License, you’ll be the first to know!

Thank you all again for reading and buying from Wildlife Callers – you are the hunting and outdoor recreation community that made this new addition possible. 

Your comments are always appreciated. 

Best regards and good hunting!

Mark Healy

Mark@wildlifecallers.com

We’re in booth 415 on the main aisle showing off the Wildlife Technologies Mighty Atom MA-15 and MA-21 models, and The Gun Claw.  

Wildlife Callers Booth at the World Predator Hunter's Expo

The DPMS Black Cat Express was parked inside the Expo with more than 50 rifles on display.  DPMS sales rep Shane Cuperus and Brian Downs from The Predator Talkcast are looking at one of several .223 rifles in the rolling showroom.   

In the DPMS Black Cat Express with Shane Cuperus (DPMS Sales) and Brian Downs (Predator Talkcast)

The Predator Masters booth was just around the corner from the DPMS showroom.  Barry Stewart and Matt McCauley were passing out literature and speaking with folks at the show.   

Predator Masters Booth with Barry Stewart (rockinbbar) and Matt McCauley (javafour) showing off the PM 2010 Coyote Rifle

 MAD Calls & Flambeau Decoys and FOXPRO game calls are across from each other on the main aisle.   

Mad Calls and Flambeau Decoys on the Main Aisle

FOXPRO Booth on the Main Aisle

Dozens of other vendors and manufacturers lined the aisles, offering show guests hundreds of products and services.  The EOTech Booth and Predator Lights Booth are located just outside the World Predator Calling Competition Stage.  

John Bailey with EOTech

Matt McDonnell & Charlie Crotser of Predator Lights

The Deer and Turkey Expo is happening at the Ohio Expo center this same weekend, and we’re expecting the foot traffic in the Predator Expo to be great on Saturday and Sunday.  If you have the opportunity to meet us at the show, we’re looking forward to seeing you. 

Thank you again for reading,

Mark Healy

mark@wildlifecallers.com

The current vendor list on the site shows more than 65 exhibitors that will be on hand for predator callers to visit!  For a complete exhibitor list CLICK HERE.

Here is a list of the sponsors who helped make this show possible:  2010 Sponsor List

Predator hunting and calling seminars will be held all weekend – Click Here for a list of seminar times and featured speakers.

Mark Healy of Wildlife Callers will be taking the stage in Seminar Room B at 2:30pm on Saturday the 20th to give a one-hour presentation on Mountain Lion Calling Basic & Advanced Techniques – Click on the Video Below for a preview.

We are particularly excited to see DPMS firearms bringing a strong presence to the Predator Expo this year.  They’re coming to the show in style and will have the DPMS Black Cat Express parked inside the Expo Center!

DPMS and Predator Masters Forums have teamed up to provide a Limited Edition “Predator Masters 2010 Coyote Edition” .223 rifle.  Click Here to see & order this beautiful piece of predator hunting equipment.  Orders are being taken through May 1st, 2010 and when they’re gone, they’re gone – don’t be one of the “I regret not ordering one of those…” guys.  Jeff Mock has the information laid out on the PM site – have a look.

I have been using DPMS rifles for the past couple of years with excellent field results.  They build rifles just the way we like ‘em – rugged, reliable, all of what you need, nothing you don’t.  Here are a fine pair of predator trophies taken with a DPMS AP4 .308:

Tom Bobcat and Mark Healy with his DPMS AP4 .308

Mark Healy and a Large Arizona Gray Fox, Called with a Mighty Atom 15 and taken with a DPMS AP4 .308 Rifle

The AP4 is very versatile, packs a heck of a punch, and takes tons of field abuse in stride. We’re looking forward to meeting the DPMS team!

Remember!!  The Ohio Deer and Turkey Expo is happening right next door the same weekend.  Kill two birds with one stone (pun intended) and attend both!

If you make it to the Ohio show, please come see the Wildlife Callers team in booth 415.  We’re going to have the new Mighty Atoms from Wildlife Technologies on hand for demonstrations.  We’re also bringing a supply of Gerry Blair’s Predator Hunting Books that have been autographed by the Beastmaster Gerry Blair himself! 

For an unsigned version click here:  Predator Calling With Gerry Blair

Our autographed supply is limited, so come see us early.

That just about sums it up!!  We’re headed out tomorrow to get set up and hope to see lots of our blog readers at the show.  Again, we’ll be in booth 415 and on the stage at 2:30pm Saturday – please stop by.

Good calling,

Mark Healy

mark@wildlifecallers.com

The Wildlife Callers' Crew - Marc Reindell, Dave Martens, and Mark Healy

This past weekend at the University of Phoenix Stadium, thousands of fishermen, hunters, and outdoor enthusiasts  from around Arizona and neighboring states turned out for the Phoenix International Sportsman’s Expo.  Three hundred vendors from around the world were on hand to show & sell their products, offer advice, and entertain the Expo guests with various breakout sessions.  Predator calling was a very popular breakout session and we’re hoping to offer it in future ISE events. 

The Predator Panel Members (from left) Rich Higgins, Mark Healy (standing), The "Beastmaster" Gerry Blair, Ron Day of AZ G&F, & Dr. Frank Turkowski

The world-renowned predator hunter, author, and calling veteran, Gerry Blair, was in good spirits and entertained the audience with his quick wit & humor.  When asked about scent control on a predator calling stand, he said hunters need to pay attention to their downwind side at all times and take a shower at least once every seven days.  Sage advice from an industry original!

Phoenix ISE & Wildlife Callers Predator Calling Panel

Steve Craig, who couldn’t make the show, was replaced at the last minute by the very knowledgeable and informative speaker, Dr. Frank Turkowski.  Dr. Turkowski, a US Navy Professor and the author of Coyotes, Trappers, Sheepherders, and Urbanites  fielded a host of questions from the audience and his lifetime of coyote research really showed.  Anyone interested in his book can find it here:

Biologist Ron Day was on hand from the Arizona Game & Fish Department to answer questions about predator behavior,  questions about hunting seasons, rules & regs, and methods of take.  One of the more interesting topics that he brought up for predator callers in Arizona is a possible change in using shotguns to legally harvest mountain lions.  If the change happens, Mr. Day said that shotguns shooting 00 buck would become a legal method of take and we can stop carrying two guns to every stand.  Keep your fingers crossed and stay tuned. 

Rich Higgins of Predator Professionals Forum, who was very instrumental in bringing this panel together, took questions about coyote calling and provided insight as to why coyotes respond to prey distress and varied coyote vocalizations.  Rich talked in detail about the seven triggers that make coyotes respond/come in and ways to address these triggers with sound on every stand.  Rich also spent the weekend with us at our Wildlife Callers’ booth, taking dozens of questions from Expo guests. 

Mark Healy of Wildlife Callers took several questions from the audience on mountain lion scouting procedures, calling using recorded cougar vocalizations, sound volume & sequences, and rifle caliber selection for hunting the big cats.  I also ended up with a question or two on stand selection and a few jokes about Scottsdale Cougars.  It was apparent the audience members were ready to call in their first lion. 

The questions were coming quick and we could have easily used another hour on stage.  When our hour was up we turned the stage over to the ISE Pro Fly Fishing Panel members and headed back to our booth to continue the predator hunting & calling discussions there.

John Kirk of the International Sportsman’s Expo did a great job putting this panel together and did our whole sport a huge favor in helping us present predator calling to an audience of outdoor enthusiasts with mixed interests.  Please take the time to thank him by sending an email here:  info@sportsexpos.com 

As always, thank you for reading and subscribing to Wildlife Callers’ Blog!

Questions & comments are always appreciated. 

Best regards and good calling,

Mark Healy

mark@wildlifecallers.com or 480-882-1210