2022年11月30日 · First and foremost, you need to pick a spot that works with the wind direction. You need to make sure your scent is blowing in a direction that the fewest possible deer will smell you and spook. The best stand sites are those that have a “dead zone” downwind of them that deer either don’t frequent or physically cannot get to.

The big idea behind the spot and stalk strategy is to “spot” a whitetail from far away and then slowly and silently “stalk” them until you can get close enough to get a clean shot. Typically this is done with a bow while hunting whitetail, but the spot and stalk strategy as a whole is very malleable and widely used across all of hunting.

2024年9月5日 · There are many places where you can shoot a deer that are lethal, but to make the quickest kill possible the shooter needs to understand the deer’s anatomy, particularly where its heart and lungs are inside its chest cavity.

2025年2月9日 · Understand the terrain and where deer are likely to be found. Use maps and scouting techniques to identify potential hunting spots. Check weather forecasts to plan your hunt on favorable days. Knowing how deer behave is crucial. Deer are most active during dawn and dusk. They have excellent senses of smell and hearing.

When you choose to pursue big bucks on public land, the honey holes and hotspots can be few and far between. But don't let that fool you. They do exist. Over my lifetime, there have been some incredible public-land ambush spots I've come across, that if hunted right, produced big bucks year after year right under the noses of all the other hunters.

Where are the deer, what are they doing there, when are they there, and why are they there? Also, how can you approach and exit undetected, and where can you hide and still get a shot? To learn those things, you’ll spend time watching bucks pass by on trails just out of range.

2024年8月25日 · Below you will find our best tips for new deer hunters that will shorten the learning curve and help them start hunting and be successful in getting their first deer. 1. Know Your Quarry. The first thing that you should be doing as a new deer hunter is to learn as much as you can about the deer.

2024年2月11日 · Identifying these areas through scouting is the first step. Look for fresh signs: tracks, droppings, sleeping spots, and feeding remnants. Game cameras are excellent tools for this phase, offering glimpses into deer activities without …

2022年9月7日 · Spot and stalk hunting is easily the most rigorous and demanding form of big game hunting. The method is well suited to open or semi-open spaces, where a hunter can locate his prey at a distance before stalking into effective killing distance without alarming the animal.

2025年3月7日 · Deer hunting is a rewarding and challenging outdoor activity. Whether you’re new to hunting or have experience, understanding the basics is essential. This guide will help you learn key strategies—from understanding deer behavior to choosing the best hunting spot—to improve your chances of success.