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Post by GumLickBottoms on Oct 3, 2008 17:05:22 GMT -5
Due to a lack of a hunting mentor I am way behind as I just started a year ago. I have 87 acres to hunt on but no knowledge on how to find the deer in the right spot at the right time. Most of my hunting trips end up being a no-show on the deer's part. Hunting pressure is thick in our bottoms area but I have taken up archery in hope that I may get a chance that others don't. I'm excited to become a member of this forum and hoping I can grow to be a better hunter through mentors on this site and from others around my area. Thanks!
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Post by Woody Williams on Oct 3, 2008 17:55:06 GMT -5
Welcome!!
Lots of trial and error in hunting. But I'm sure the guys and gals here will help you in eliminating some of the errors before they happen.
Fire away with your questions and I'm sure you'll get some answers.
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Post by Hoosier Hunter on Oct 3, 2008 19:10:28 GMT -5
Welcome. Have you ever looked at a satellite image of your hunting grounds. Using something like Google Earth will give you a good perspective. Natural funnels and pinch points are awesome places that work in your favor.
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Post by GumLickBottoms on Oct 5, 2008 14:04:53 GMT -5
I know the farm like the back of my hand but I just don't know how to read where the deer will be. A bunch of bottoms interlinked with our ground and they are free to roam around as they please. It's hard to place them in the same spot. Seems like luck of the draw basically. I have looked at satellite images but that doesnt tell me much. Would it help for me to post that on here and maybe get some input?
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Post by Decatur on Oct 5, 2008 14:19:49 GMT -5
It will really help you to look at an aerial photo like Hoosier said. Funnels and even points will jump out at you. They will also allow you to see how your property fits in to the big picture with all of the land that surrounds it. Yes,definately post a pic on here!
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Post by GumLickBottoms on Oct 5, 2008 19:15:42 GMT -5
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Post by jim1966 on Oct 5, 2008 19:36:38 GMT -5
Hi. Welcome to the site.
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Post by DEERTRACKS on Oct 6, 2008 6:41:50 GMT -5
Focus on the woods / fenceline intersections with the prevailing winds in mind.
Good luck!
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Post by Decatur on Oct 6, 2008 9:38:55 GMT -5
I would definately have stands where the 2 fencerows join the woods.
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Post by drgreyhound on Oct 6, 2008 17:25:12 GMT -5
As you can see, there are a lot of people on here with great experience to keep you from being "stood up" again and again.  Welcome to the site! |
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Post by johnc911 on Oct 6, 2008 19:02:11 GMT -5
I like the little strip in the right hand corner by the 1000 the one that runs from the road to the creek they might use that little stretch for cover when coming from the bottoms
The corner of the fence row and woods just northeast of the pond is a very good spot also
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Post by GumLickBottoms on Oct 6, 2008 19:39:43 GMT -5
Hey thanks guys! Keep the ideas coming. I'll try them all at least once. I need all the help I can get.
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Post by whitetaildave24 on Oct 7, 2008 9:26:07 GMT -5
Welcome to the site and don't be afraid to ask any questions.
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Post by chicobrownbear on Oct 26, 2008 9:30:08 GMT -5
Fencerows are a great place to catch travelling bucks. Be in that north fencerow wind permitting on November 4th and hold still all day and I bet you'll see a buck.
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Post by vortex100 on Nov 6, 2008 15:33:59 GMT -5
During the rut I would stay close to the creek. I would put at least 4 stands on this property so you can hunt any wind, and don't give up the food plot. You are going to want to find the bedding area. Once located position yourself on the travel routes. I really like north of food plot so you can catch deer moving down the strip of woods. Wind in Indiana will generally come out of the South S/W. What every you do don't give up you will figure it out!
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Post by GumLickBottoms on Nov 17, 2008 20:55:37 GMT -5
I'm getting a little discouraged. I have been hunting as much as humanly possible from October 1st until the present. I have only been within shooting range (gun and bow) of one buck the whole time. Saturday evening a buck was 30 yards from my blind before I spotted him. He then saw the blind and got spooked and took off before i could get my gun out the window. Have seen several does with fawns but passed them up during bow because it was still early in the season. I have yet to see a doe during firearms. I don't know if it's me or if it's the property that I hunt. I should probably buy a license and try my hunting techniques in another area and see how I do. I'm just getting very discouraged and don't know what to do. Please help!
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Post by Decatur on Nov 17, 2008 23:32:22 GMT -5
I'd say a good place to start is making sure you are practicing proper sccent control.
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Post by GumLickBottoms on Nov 18, 2008 9:51:37 GMT -5
I use scent killer on my boots and clothing and I also store all of my hunting clothing and accessories in a tote with three fresh earth scented wafers. They need to be replaced but you can still smell the earth smell. I keep them in the tote until I get ready for the hunt. Sometimes even spray doe in heat on my boots before I walk into the woods. I try to hunt the wind right if I can but it's not always possible. Am I doing alright with this strategy or am I missing something. My brother seems to have the same problem.
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Post by gumlickotdrsnate on Nov 21, 2008 13:36:38 GMT -5
Yes I am. I too am getting frustrated. I don't know what our problem is. I have been hunting this property for 7 years now. Only once have I had a shot during firearm season. I just don't understand why we don't see deer. I saw several during bow but it seems like they have just disappeared. The only thing I know to do is stick with it and spending time in the woods. One thing is for sure, you can't see them if you're not out there.
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Post by Decatur on Nov 21, 2008 17:54:39 GMT -5
I always shower in a scent contol soap. Not that it's a big deal, but you shouldn't use doe in heat urine in early season, and should never put it on your person, You may get a boyfriend you don't want! ;d Raccoon or fox urine are a much better cover scent. I alternate between coon, fox and doe urine when hunting the same farm. I find that when I get a new property, the more time I spend on that property in the off season, the more I learn about how the deer use that property. I will also set up a stand where I can see a lot of ground, I may not get a shot at a deer, but if I place it right, I'll see where my stands need to be! Always set-up/hunt your stands with prevailing wind in mind. I have in the past set up a stand east and west of a really hot place so I can hunt it on almost any day. Unless a trail is really hot, I won't set up on it unless I can find somewhere on the trail where it intersects with another trail. Also, every stand you set, you should be able to tell WHY the deer are using that particular trail. Does it lead to a bedding, feeding or watering area? WHEN do they use it? Midday to water, evening heading out to feed, or in the morning heading to bed? The more you figure out about your quarry, the more successful you will be! Good luck guys!
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