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WobblyHand:
My wife (and I) have been wondering what's been eating things this year.  Thought maybe it was rabbits, but stuff was being eaten that bunnies don't like.  And the bunnies seem to not be as plentiful as last year.  Think I found out and confirmed it today.  A groundhog.  Not too big, but big enough to wipe out uncaged or unfenced plants.  I was in my below grade shop this afternoon, and used a step ladder to look out the window, which is nearly ground level, and under the porch.  A big furry lump.  Wasn't sure, so I went to get a flashlight.  I came back and saw the ghog was gone from that location, but saw it had left the porch and was outside.  Went outside and the ghog basically ran up our granite steps and dove under the porch, nearly beneath my feet.  Well, that's not going to go unanswered.  I'd like to get this critter since this is next to the house.

Have a couple of questions.  What can I use for a relatively cheap game cam so I can find out this critter's hours?  Maybe then I can bait him with some ripe fruit and get a clean drop on him.  The only thing with any power that I have is a GK1 in 0.22.  Right now it's shooting at 38 FPE using a 28.4 gr BBT slug.  Have a moderator on it, so a shot or two can be done discretely.  I'm guessing that dawn and dusk are the best times, but I'd like to narrow down the time somewhat, so I'm not hanging around unnecessarily.  Any advice?  This is all close range stuff, like 5 yards and under, so really up close.

Back_Roads:
 Early am and late afternoon- sunset you may see it most often. Sit on the porch and wait ???

WobblyHand:
Was up at 5:45am, 30 minutes before sunrise, came around from the back.  Waited 30 minutes, nothing.  Oh well, there's sunset, and maybe I'll put out some watermelon scraps then.  Have to clean it up that evening, don't want to attract even more pests.  Porch has screening, and a screen door.  Not so great to shoot through - I've done it, but it's not much fun repairing. 

ER00z:
I found you don't need big power for ghogs. I read about what folks were using and initially was very uneasy about taking them with air. My preference is now about 18-20fpe or so w/JSB 18gr pellets if shots are within 30-35 yards. Basically, my .22 S510 unregulated with power dial at middle. Does the deed without major passthrough risk. Could even step down a notch in power if only shooting within 20 yards but use more if that's what you're comfortable with and behind target is clear/safe. Shot has to be to the fusebox with .177 or .22 for clean dispatch, can't say about larger calibers.

The ghogs I had would only come out at the most inconvenient times for me. One liked to snack in the afternoon, anywhere from 1:00 to 3:00. Lots of folks recommend trapping, using cantaloupe as bait (if I remember right). Seemed whatever I put out as bait they had no real interest. Also, they'd spook very easily to sound and movement.

Wish you the best luck. Be persistent and you'll bag it (or them) eventually.

ranchibi:
I use an inexpensive wireless doorcam to alert me of rat activity, got one off of amazon. Your GK1 .22 has more than enough power for a head shot. Good luck!

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