Answers in the wind: using the wind to dupe a deer is a breeze ... except that they use it to dupe you

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Deer hunters are told to keep the wind in their faces, in order to avoid detection by the deer, but deer usually adopt the same tactics. In fact, deer are greatly influenced by air movement, often moving to higher elevations early in the morning and to lower ground in the evening.

Author: Curtis, Sam
Behavior, Deer

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The Native American deer drive

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Native Americans needed to ensure that their hunts were successful for the sake of survival, and they frequently hunted in teams. Deer drives involve funneling the deer and isolating them. It is necessary to be thoroughly familiar with the topography and the habits of the deer.

Author: Curtis, Sam

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Taming the triple threat

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Deer hunters must remain quiet, unseen and odorless in order to have a successful hunt. Choosing quiet boots and clothing that will not rustle, paying attention to the direction in which the wind is blowing and avoiding using cologne are among tips given.

Author: Curtis, Sam

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Subjects list: Methods, Deer hunting
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