Eric Ford+FollowStill trying to figure out how hunting points workBeen trying to wrap my head around hunting point systems for months and finally starting to get it. Thought I'd share what I learned for other confused newbies: 💰 Bonus Points = Lottery Tickets More points = more entries. Even with 0 points you still have a chance (tiny, but still). 💡 Preference Points = Line System Highest points get tags first, then down the ladder until tags run out. Some states do BOTH depending on species. Others square your points (5 points = 25 entries!). Some reserve tags for zero-point hunters. The Kicker: Idaho just does pure lottery - everyone gets equal odds, no points needed. My advice? Every state is completely different. Pick your dream hunt location first, then master their specific system. Don't try to learn them all like I did - recipe for madness! #hunting #HuntingTips #HuntingPoints #PointSystems #Outdoors00Share
Eric Ford+FollowI stopped half-assing scent control. Here’s whyHad an old timer tell me something that changed my whole scent game: “Go scent-free or don’t bother.” He's right. I used to half-ass scent control - wash some clothes, skip the boots, spray down but forget my pack. Then wonder why that buck still winded me at 60 yards. Now it's either full commitment (scent-free soap, clothes, boots, gear - everything) or I just hunt the wind and forget the sprays entirely. Half measures just waste money and give false confidence. Deer don't care if you're 90% scent-free. #hunting #HuntingTips #ScentControl #Outdoors 86Share
bushjill+Followthought decoys were a gimmick… until last seasonHad a crazy close call last season — set out a doe decoy with some estrus scent and a few bleats, and a buck came in hard. Been experimenting with decoys the past few years, and when timed right (pre-rut or rut), they can totally shift the odds. My setup now: doe decoy facing my shooting lane, doe bleat calls every 15-20 minutes, and a few drops of estrus scent on the ground around it. For buck decoys, I use grunt calls and buck scent instead. Pro tip: Position matters! Bucks approach from the front, does from behind. And they ALL try to circle downwind first, so plan your wind accordingly. Game changer for open fields where deer seem hesitant to commit. #hunting #DeerHunting #HuntingTips #Outdoors 123Share
jasonking+FollowWhy fishing isn't just a cast away!My buddy makes it look effortless on his Instagram posts - just cast and catch! Reality? You need perfect timing, right spot, right bait, right season... and even then, fish might ignore you completely! I've nailed everything and still got skunked. Maybe that's a never-ending adventure - patience and persistence matter more than perfect setups!🫠 #fishing #FishingLife #Outdoors 101Share
fisherchad+FollowCatch & Release seems pointless and cruel to me 😔Maybe I'm old school, but catch and release just doesn't sit right with me. If I'm not planning to eat what I catch, I'd rather not fish at all. Fish stress can be fatal hours later, and honestly? Preparing your catch is half the experience! I get that conservation matters, but there's something that feels off about "sport" that ends with throwing back a stressed fish. Anyone else feel this way, or am I missing something? #fishing #FishingEthics #FishForFood #Outdoors 2790Share
fisherchad+FollowIt's called "Fishing" not "Catching" 😄It’s called fishing, not catching, right? Even after 20+ years on the water, I still get skunked sometimes—especially when I moved to a new area. But those slow days taught me more than the good ones: tide timing, bait choices, weather patterns, tackle tweaks. Now I pick my fishing days more carefully, but honestly? Just being out there is the reward. Catching something is a bonus. Anyone feel like the same? #fishing #FishingLife #CatchAndRelease #Outdoors 2010Share
Manuel Bright+FollowStop wasting decoys—try this setupI’ve been tweaking my decoy setups over the past few seasons, and I’ve learned that a few small changes can make a big difference. Realistic decoys are absolutely worth the investment—animals catch on fast. I always make sure they’re easy to spot, but I stay well hidden, usually with the sun behind me and deep cover around. Decoys should draw attention away from you, not toward you. I also like to play around with numbers and positioning until something clicks. Curious—what’s one decoy tactic you swear by that others might overlook? #hunting #huntingtips #decoyhunting #Outdoors 10Share
fisherchad+FollowHow to free snags without losing luresHad a beginner ask me this yesterday so figured I'd share: First try repositioning yourself opposite your retrieve direction and give your rod some quick pops - works surprisingly often! If that fails: Point rod tip at snag, hold your spool tight, walk backward slowly. Pressure goes on the line, not your rod. Lure either comes free or you bend the hook out. Always wear glasses and NEVER wrap braid around your hands. Learned that one the hard way! #fishing #snagged #FishingTips #Outdoors 2310Share
Manuel Bright+FollowWhy do bucks shed antlers at different times?Went shed hunting last weekend and found a few fresh singles—but no pairs. Got me thinking about why bucks shed at such different times. Turns out it’s not random. In the North, older bucks drop early after a hard rut. Down South, the longer breeding season keeps testosterone high, so mature bucks hold on longer. Stress from poor nutrition or injury can also trigger early casting. And the way antlers actually fall? Their bodies actively release them—pretty wild. Anyone else noticing early or late drops this year where you hunt? Any patterns you’ve picked up over time? #hunting #shedhunting #DeerHunting #Outdoors 215Share
Mario Larsen+Follow Fountain Trails MagicStart at Claremont Mesa Drive’s end—Fountain Trails Loop weaves through North and South Fountain peaks, a city-dweller’s escape into nature. Choose your path: clockwise climbs North Peak, descends via South’s steps; reverse for a fresh vibe. Year-round access, but weekends demand early arrival for parking. Bring water, sunscreen—optional Fountain Saddle shortens the route. Spring blooms + city-ocean views = instant escape. #Outdoors#Hiking#FountainPeakHike #SanDiegoTrails #CityEscape70Share
