Here are some solid deer hunting tips for beginners:
1. Understand Local
Regulations
· Get licensed: Make sure you have the
proper hunting license and tags.
· Know the rules: Study season dates,
legal hunting hours, weapon restrictions, and bag limits.
2. Scout the Area
· Look for tracks, rubs, scrapes, bedding areas, and food sources.
· Use trail cameras or go scouting at dawn or dusk when deer are
active.
3. Learn Deer
Behavior
· Deer are most active during early
morning and late evening.
· They move based on food, water, cover, and the rut (mating
season).
4. Choose the Right
Gear
· Rifle/Bow: Pick one suited for
beginners; make sure it's properly sighted in.
· Clothing: Use camo that matches
your environment and scent-blocking gear.
· Safety: Wear blaze orange if
required, and use a harness if in a tree stand.
5. Hunt the Wind
· Always position yourself downwind of where
you expect deer to be. Deer have an excellent sense of smell.
6. Be Patient and
Still
· Movement and noise will scare deer off. Stay still and quiet for
long periods.
· Bring snacks, water, and something quiet to keep yourself alert.
7. Know Your Shot
· Practice shooting from different positions and ranges.
· Aim for the vital area (heart/lungs) for an ethical and quick
kill.
· Only take shots you’re confident in.
8. Track and Recover
Responsibly
· After the shot, wait 30 minutes to 1 hour before tracking.
· Look for blood trails and broken brush, and be prepared for a
long trail.
9. Field Dressing
· Learn how to properly field dress a deer. It helps preserve meat
and makes the deer easier to transport.
10. Be Ethical
· Respect wildlife, other hunters, and the land.
· Don’t take risky or unethical shots.
The Total Deer Hunter Manual (Field & Stream): 301
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PLAN ALL YEAR What do you do when deer season ends? Stow your gear, mount your trophies, and start planning for next year. Here’s how to plot your hunting grounds, plant the food deer love, and upgrade your equipment.
TRACK LIKE A PRO Where do deer live? What do they eat? How do they behave during the all-importnant rut season? You may think you know the answers to these questions, but the latest research and unusual historical wisdom will surprise you—and make you a better hunter.
Selected chapters include:
-Get a Grip on Deer Senses
-Track the Rut
-Break Down Your Deer Season
-Be a Mountain Man
-Learn 5 Lockdown Secrets
-Field Dress a Buck in Minutes
-Analyze Whitetail Anatomy
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