paulcarol+FollowBeating a deer’s nose—does scent control help?Real talk - they're tie breakers at best. I've had success with ozone, but if the wind's wrong, you're getting busted regardless. Especially early season when you're sweating buckets. That said, sometimes buying yourself 3-5 seconds of deer confusion is all you need for the shot. Worth it for that alone. Bottom line: every serious hunter hunts specific stands for specific winds, because wind direction trumps every spray and gadget. You'd need surgeon-level scent control to completely fool a deer's nose. #hunting #scentcontrol #huntingtips #deerhunting2221Share
bushjill+FollowStop stand-hopping when hunting deerLast season, I kept switching stands every other sit, hoping to catch bucks moving — but saw way less action than expected. Talked to a few older guys at camp who said I might be hurting my odds. They were right. Deer move differently every day, especially during the rut, and hopping from stand to stand just spreads pressure around. Now I focus on picking one solid location, with the right wind and access, and sticking it out for a few days. My success rate’s been way better since. Anyone else find consistency beats constant movement? #hunting #deerhunting #standplacement #Outdoors 3317Share
paulcarol+FollowWhy I Only Hunt Does Now? 🦌Stopped targeting small bucks - does taste better and they're plentiful in my area. Let those young bucks grow up! #hunting #doehunting #meatnotantlers #huntingethics #deerhunting7160Share
Manuel Bright+FollowDon’t lose your deer! My blood trailing hacks winLast fall, I made what looked like a perfect shot on a buck just before sunset. But once I got down, the real work began—tracking. That trail taught me more than any article ever could. If you're newer to blood trailing (or just want to up your odds), here are a few tips I now swear by: 📱 Track your route with an app like onX—it shows where you’ve been and helps spot patterns. 🩸 Physically mark blood with tape or tissue in case weather or time messes with visibility. 🚶 Don’t rush—only move forward once you’ve spotted the next drop. 🌿 Check higher vegetation, not just the ground—exit wounds don’t always drip. 👀 Notice drop shape—a ragged edge often points the direction the deer went. 🔍 Keep scanning ahead—you might spot the deer before you step on your next clue. Happy tracking and good luck this season! #hunting #bloodtrail #deerhunting #huntingtips #Outdoors 4518Share
Manuel Bright+FollowYou're visiting your hunting spot too muchGuilty of finding every excuse to visit my hunting property - checking cameras, scouting, "just looking around." Took me years to realize I was pressuring the deer way too much, especially the mature bucks I was actually trying to target. Now I batch all my property work into single trips and stay away unless it's absolutely necessary. Get in, handle trail cams and any land management, then get out. The less human scent and disturbance, the better your chances come hunting season. How often do you visit your spots during the off-season? #hunting #deerhunting #huntingpressure #huntingtips #Outdoors 4114Share
Eric Ford+FollowAlmost had my first public land buck! Year 2 of self-taught public land hunting in Ohio and I'm still learning the hard way! Spent most of last season sitting 1.5+ miles from the car, sunrise to noon routine. Saw deer 3 times but never close enough for a shot. Then at 10am while just scouting near a pond, a shooter buck comes GALLOPING past me at 10 yards! I'm fumbling with shells, following his trail around the pond... and end up scaring off a rabbit and some doves instead 😅 3 more hours of walking = nothing. Public land will humble you every time! #hunting #deerhunting #Outdoors 715Share
paulcarol+Followold school hunters got shot placement rightUnless you're a sniper, stick to what works - tight behind the shoulder through the lungs and heart. It's been the gold standard for decades because it drops deer fast and leaves a clear blood trail. Study deer anatomy before season and practice visualizing your aim point on every deer you see, even ones you're not shooting. When that moment comes, you'll know exactly where to put it. What's your go-to shot placement? #hunting #deerhunting #huntingtips #outdoors10433Share
Manuel Bright+FollowChasing Blacktails: My Top Hunting Spots ⛰️The first time I spotted a blacktail, it vanished into the brush before I could even raise my binos. Since then, I’ve learned they’re a different game altogether—stealthy, smart, and elusive. If you’re after blacktails, here’s where to look: ✅ California: Coastal ranges & Sierra foothills ✅ Oregon/Washington: Thick, wet forest edges ✅ Alaska/BC: Shorelines to alpine meadows They prefer dense cover and minimal movement. You’ve got to glass patiently and be ready to move quiet. Anyone else hunted blacktail in thick PNW brush? Got tips? #hunting #blacktailhunting #deerhunting #Outdoors 91Share
paulcarol+FollowWhere would you buy hunting land if you could?If I could buy hunting land anywhere, I’d go with western Oklahoma near Elk City or down around Lindsay in the south-central part. Solid deer numbers, room to shoot without a range, and great bonus hunting—dove, hogs, and coyotes. Curious where you guys would pick and why? #hunting #DeerHunting #HuntingLand #Oklahoma2611Share
