Chef,

I had a similiar experience about two weeks ago. I was watching deer for 3 weeks prior entering a field in the same spot at roughly the same time. This is everyday for three weeks? The evening I decided to hunt this entrance, I was surprised by a fox with about 30 minutes left of light? He came within three yards of my stand and sat down to lick himself! Guess what, didn't see the deer that night? In my opinion, these predators are in the same class as coyotes so "yes" they spook deer! Tough luck, catch that big fella during the rut!

Air Master in KY

Sean P. McNierney
Berea, KY