How high do you set a trail camera?

Trail cameras should be mounted at least head high. With the trail camera higher up on the tree or post, you can angle it down and increase the field of view. Most cameras shoot the best pictures, day or night, between 10 and 20 feet.

When should you start putting out trail cameras?

Trail Camera TimelineJanuary-April. Once the hunting season is over I move my cameras to feeding sites. May-August. These are the months to put your cameras on mineral sites. September-October. By the first of September I have all my cameras on the trails related to the food sources. November. December.

Can deer see trail camera flash?

The bad buzz on some trail cameras is they are loud or the deer can see the infrared flash and spook from it. You’ll also find that some deer, even mature bucks, will tolerate the noise and the flash. Other deer will jump out of their skin – it’s just the different personalities they have.

Does white flash scare deer?

If it is pictures that you want, then the white flash is best, even if it spooks some of the deer because you will get quality pictures (colour day or night) but if it is for scouting then the IR is best as it is less intrusive and will effect the least amount of deer.

Why do I never see bucks when I hunt?

During hunting season, big bucks are rare to see during daylight hours except during the rut. Several reasons. Adult bucks have always been under intense hunting pressure so they tend to be more elusive all year. Also, there are usually many more bucks than does in many populations.

Will a buck come back after seeing you?

Spooked deer will return to their bedding area, but when they return depends on how much the intrusion frightened them. If they can’t pinpoint the threat, they’ll likely return sooner than if they saw or smelled you. A quietly bumped deer saunters off quietly without snorting to alert other deer of danger.

Do deer feeders scare big bucks?

Registered. Feed them with spin feeder during summer months. About 2 mos before season take the feeder down and throw it on the ground. Mature bucks will avoid them, but will come when on the ground.

Are Big Bucks scared of feeders?

Buck-Ridge Old deer really don’t trust feeders but will come to them occasionally. I never get more than 1 or 2 pics a year of the really big buck at a feeder that lives around the feeder.

Are deer feeders worth it?

Deer feeders are excellent tools for keeping deer in your hunting area and bringing that big buck you dream of into comfortable shooting range. For hunters, they can be the perfect tool for keeping deer in your hunting area or even drawing a big buck to within bow range.

How long does it take deer to get used to a feeder?

After the deer have gotten comfortable eating corn from the feeder, begin slowly adding pellets to the mixture. Gradually reduce the amount of corn until you are providing only pellets. If traffic slows, mix some corn back in. This process typically takes at least two or three weeks.

Are salt licks good for deer?

Salt Or Supplement? All hooved mammals love salt, so licks made only of salt do a fine job of attracting deer. Licks with added flavors, minerals and nutrients can be even better, especially if you find one the deer in your area really love.