GETTING THE BEST OUT OF YOUR LAYOUT BLIND PART TWO
Layout blinds have opened up a huge variety of places and opportunities to hunt, where previously it would be have been too difficult or less successful.
The beauty of layouts is the ability to get on the “X” when hunting and, as a result of the low profile, to easily blend into the environment. Shooting can be restrictive as you are sitting on your bum and have a smaller arc of gun swing compared to standing but a good blind placement and decoy setup will overcome these restrictions and you will end up with some absolutely insane in-your-face shots. I’ve had geese walk within two feet of me with no clue I was there, and once had a mallard land on my feet. One time a mate stuck his hand out of a zippered flag slot and tried to grab a goose’s legs. This lead to a roar of laughter from the hidden hunters and one very bemused goose.
Previously, we’ve discussed what blinds to use, grassing or covering them, mudding or painting them to make them blend in with the environment, and this time I will cover tips and tactics that I use when shooting from them. Hopefully, this information will help new hunters and seasoned pros alike.
SAFETY
Safety is an important consideration
