With a new deer hunting season approaching just around the corner, it's time to start preparing for it now. Making sure all your equipment is operable and you're ready for the hunt will help save you time that could be used for hunting later.
If you prefer to deer hunt with a rifle, then you'll want to take it out to the firing range a few times for some target practice. This will give you a chance to check all the parts of the Gun and to see how it functions. If it's firing is off, you'll want to see if any part of the Gun is malfunctioning. If it's not, then there's a good chance that the scope is no longer properly sighted in. Some scopes sight in differently, but most follow the basic principle of adjusting a horizontal and vertical knob on the scope that will adjust the aiming reticule. Prepare yourself to shoot the target at the distance you plan on deer hunting from and fire the trigger. Check the target and see where the bullet went. Now using that information, adjust the knobs to pull the reticule up from where you shot.
Of course going to the firing range is usually the fun part of preparing for the season. Although, just as important is making sure you have all of your gear ready. Everyone's hunting style is different, but some of the items you may need are deer callers, camouflage clothing, tree stand, bug spray, food, water, and camping equipment. You may not be able to prepare everything, such as food and water, but you should be able to go through and make sure you have everything else.
If you have the extra time, it's always a wise idea to check out and scout your future hunting grounds. Just walking down the trails and observing the nature around you can tell you a lot about the wildlife and ecosystem of the are. Take note of deer markings, water sources, ridges, and other things in the environment that will be useful for your hunt. Try to be as quite as possible and don't startle any deer. You don't want them running off your hunting grounds before the season starts.
Being a deer hunter comes the responsibility of making sure you have your license and follow all of your states rules and regulations. Many states have rules that change from year to year, so always visit their website or give them a call to see what's changed during the seasons.
If you hunt using a dog, it's usually smart to make sure they're ready as well. Keep them fit and continue doing training commands with them throughout the downtime. This will keep them sharp not only physically, but mental as well.
Something that not many hunters think about is what days they will be able to hunt. There's only so many days in a season so it's a good idea to look at the days you have off of work and try to map out your deer hunting days. This way you wont be rushed and trying to get everything together at the last minute.
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