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Gone with the wind

I have been asked how the weather may affect our stalking efforts and it is a very good question. The weather does have a huge effect on what we do and where we decide to stalk.

Adverse weather changes the deer’s movement and choice of area. Like us, they are not keen on moving around in poor conditions, especially in winter. A deer’s metabolism slows down in the winter season and they know they have to conserve their energy through what is the worst time of year with regard to good nutrition.

This is why woodland

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