The more knowledgeable a man is about the subject of deer hunting, the better his chances of succeeding. Deer hunting is one part luck and one part science – there are always uncertainty corners left to be explored in hunting deer. If it is reduced to an exact science much of the pleasure of this sport would be lost.



There were fewer deer during my childhood days, when hunters had to look for other places to hunt. When I was old enough to go to hunt I became interested in hunting and would go to hunt whenever time permitted. This frequent spotting of deer also helped me to study their behaviors. The knowledge that I gathered from family and friends who also hunted, as well as from my own experience helped me in my hunts and also allows me to relay those experiences to you.


In deer hunting, as in any other endeavor, the more knowledge a man has of the subject, the more successful he will be. Luckily, hunting can and should never be reduced to pure science, for we are dealing with living animals that have individual characteristics and mannerisms.


No matter how much we think we know about whitetail deer, there will always be the element of chance which makes the chase an uncertainty. Pitting your individual knowledge against the intelligence and defense mechanisms of a deer is what makes deer hunting such a thrill. Even up to the point of a deer winding you or catching a slight movement, bolting off into the underbrush gives you experience to pull from in the future. More often than not, it is the thrill of being in the woods and studying deer that makes hunting so enjoyable.


Anyone who has been in the field should always be taking mental notes to improve your chances in future hunts. And to those of you who live in the city, a little more time and effort may be required before-hand – as is with most skilled sports, preparation is the most critical aspect. Lean on others for tips and info, but never rely solely on 2nd hand information.


Success in deer hunting rests with you alone and your thirst for knowledge. Read, take notes, talk to others. All of this can do nothing but help you in your quest for a trophy buck or even to fill that doe tag.


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