Shed Hunting-Great Off Season Activity

Hi there...are you feeling the urge to get out hunting whitetails? Are you having withdrawals yet? If you are, I can completely understand.

I have always promoted and still do, that you need to scout year round to have greater success during the upcoming hunting season.

Part of my year round habits also incorporates some fun; shed hunting. This is a great idea for a number of reasons. Not the least of which is getting out of the house back through the old stomping grounds and seeing what the winter has done, but looking into new hunting areas for the upcoming season.

Don't get me wrong, finding some shed is a definite bonus. I just went out this past Sunday. Unfortunately I didn't have any luck with shed but I did have luck in some other areas.

The freshly fallen snow allowed me to see some new deer trails through my property. I also found a couple of new bedding areas I did not know were being frequented by some deer in the area. It also provided me with more options for ground blinds and deer cameras.

I also was able to identify some predator tracks. I had been out early in the season doing some hunting, but was unable to call in any coyotes.

All in all, I feel it was a good trip into the woods. I encourage you to take some time and head out for yourself.

Preparing now, finding deer camera locations and more over, identifying the habits of the deer in your area will give you vital information for the entire season.