I just used Ameristep's "Outhouse" blind for the first time yesterday. WalMart had them clearanced down to $39.99 so I got one to try. I wasn't sure how their "Tangle Camo" would work, or about the size of the blind itself, but by 10am I was glad I made the purchase.
I was set-up and waiting at 6am...almost 60 minutes prior to the first good shooting light...on the edge of a 100 acre dove field with fresh winter growth and massive deer use sign. Trails entered the field from all directions, but due to strong windy conditions, I set up in the lowest corner and waited. By that 10 am time, 4 does (currently closed season <img src=icon_smile_sad.gif border=0 align=middle>), 2 rabbits, and 11 wild turkey had passed within 50 yards of me, entering the edges of the field and feeding. The wind was whipping pretty good but the blind was "fairly" quiet....I have a few ideas for the noises that were made. I didn't see any takers yesterday, but I did see an additional 3 does and got the satisfaction that I made a good purchase.
Hoping to go on the season's final day...Sunday, to try it out again. I would recommend the blind.
Edited by - Catfish369 on 01/10/2003 10:47:10