Riverswild,

The local predators will respond to a variety of sounds...but it is still tough to beat the old Jackrabbit call.

I was associated with the varmint calling business for about 20 years..and I have never heard of a "bobcat in heat" tape, but the old flicker woodpecker is a good one for bobcat.

I can tell you from experience that calling predators in the western part of Wa. is TOUGH to do...you might call them in, but getting them into visibility/shooting range is the key. they tend to sneak down gulleys, and all manner of stuff till the next thing you know that kitty is in your lap!

Also, black bear and cougar will readily come in to predator calls...they need to really be prepared for large predaots as well as small.

I am cleaning my garage (UGH!) today, and still have a box of old tapes and calls. I've sold off most of them over the years, but likely still have 50 or so (I made predaor calls for several years) and would be happy to donate a couple to the cause if I can find them.

Any particular critter they are after? Be glad to share what I know. Heck, I wouldn't mind getting out for a day of calling sometime if they need someone to do the calling for them.

Mike