ATN Hunting Blog | Tony Montoya

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Tony Montoya

My name is Tony Montoya, and I’m proud to call the good ol’ city of Waco, Texas, home. My love for hunting started at an early age, sparked by countless outdoor adventures with my father and brothers. Whether we were sitting beside a quiet pond listening to the sound of duck wings cutting through the air, or posted along a tree line waiting for dove to whistle by, the outdoors became part of who I am. We were always in the woods - exploring, scouting, and learning about game like deer, hogs, rabbits, and birds. I still remember the very first time I sat in a tree stand before sunrise, watching the world wake up. Seeing God’s creation come alive in that moment, I was hooked for life. Since then, hunting hasn’t just been something I do - it’s been a way of life. I’ve hunted all across the state of Texas, from North to South, East to West, and along the way, I’ve gained countless experiences, made lifelong friends, created unforgettable memories, and learned the true art of hunting. Over the years, I’ve taken thousands of invasive feral hogs and spent countless nights on tree lines calling in and dragging off coyotes. Some of my most meaningful memories have been made alongside my sons - Tony, Aiden, and Ian - listening to the howl of a coyote echo through the night or the deep grunt of a big boar moving in close. Those moments are what it’s all about. I was first introduced to night hunting by my younger brother, Austin Montoya, while managing predator numbers and controlling feral hog populations. I’ll never forget the first time I looked through an ATN Thor HD thermal over ten years ago. From that moment on, the way I hunted changed forever. Since then, I’ve successfully harvested thousands of hogs and hundreds of coyotes, helping protect crops, land, and livestock across Central Texas. These predators cost landowners and ranchers thousands of dollars each year in lost crops and animals - sheep, goats, chickens, calves, and even small horses - and I take pride in doing my part. I rely on gear that performs when it counts, which is why I choose ATN Optics. Their cutting-edge technology, proven reliability, and crystal-clear imagery give me the confidence to make smart, ethical decisions and succeed on every hunt.

Best Thermal Clip On 2026: The ATN TICO 6 640 Leads the Pack

Looking for the best thermal clip on 2026? The ATN TICO 6 640 turns your day scope into a long-range thermal rig without ever touching your zero.

Best Thermal Binoculars With Rangefinder 2026: The ATN Binox-6 (LRF Guide)

Looking for the best thermal binoculars with rangefinder? The ATN Binox-6 puts a 1000-yard laser rangefinder inside a 640x512 thermal binocular. Full 2026 pick.

Best Night Vision Scope for the Money Hog Hunting: The ATN X-Sight 5 (2026)

The best night vision scope for the money hog hunting is the ATN X-Sight 5 5-25x: 4K day-and-night vision, ballistic calculator and hog-ready reach for the value.

Best Night Vision Scope for AR 15: The ATN X-Sight 5 (2026)

The best night vision scope for AR 15 builds is the ATN X-Sight 5 3-15x: light on rail, 4K day-and-night vision, ballistic calculator and Recoil Activated Video.

Best Night Scopes for Coyote Hunting: The ATN X-Sight 5 LRF (2026)

The best night scopes for coyote hunting are led by the ATN X-Sight 5 LRF 5-25x: built-in laser rangefinder, 4K night vision and instant holdovers on a calling stand.

Best Night Scopes for Coyote Hunting: The ATN X-Sight 5 5-25x

The best night scopes for coyote hunting is the ATN X-Sight 5 5-25x. Call them in, spot the shine, and take the shot in 4K day or night.

Best Military Grade Thermal Monocular 2026: The ATN Odin MFT

Searching for the best military grade thermal monocular 2026 pick? The ATN Odin MFT leads as a 4-in-1, with an LRF version and the BlazeHunter XD compared.

Best Cheap Thermal Scope for Coyote Hunting: The ATN ThOR 6 Mini (2026)

The best cheap thermal scope for coyote hunting is the ATN ThOR 6 Mini. It gets a first-time predator hunter into thermal without a grainy picture. See why it wins.

Best Budget Thermal Monocular for Coyote Hunting: The ATN BlazeSeeker 6 (2026)

The best budget thermal monocular for coyote hunting is the ATN BlazeSeeker 6 256x192: a light, wide-view scanner that finds dogs in the dark without breaking the bank.