Do you have a favorite spot to set up a blind or treestand for deer hunting? I have “go-to” honey holes, which have proven productive over the years. Scouting and ground reconnaissance helped me select each spot, paying attention to deer signs to ensure I would see animals moving naturally and regularly. However, some spots that have produced some of my biggest bucks have slowed down significantly. I started to analyze and pay attention to the deer I saw and soon discovered my not-so-sweet spot’s bane.
Deer know every inch of their territory. Every trail is like a hallway to use in our homes. When somebody rearranges the furniture in a house, we take note. Deer are no different, and portable blinds, holes in the fence, or fallen trees are all noted and can alter an animal’s daily patterns and comfort. Suppose the alterations or new objects do not immediately pose a threat. In that case, the deer will come to accept the changes and intrusions and return to daily activities as though nothing happened. Once you start hunting out of your carefully scoped locations, you must pay attention to
