Thanks Mike - I've read the link you give for Woody's - and am familiar with Dawn2Dusk and his mineral system, you are probably aware that he has also come up with a PVC pipe Mineral Lick System, that has some merit.
Personally, I feel the jury is STILL out on the benefits of mineral Licks - We keep one or two going during spring and summer - but I really doubt they contribute much to antler growth, especailly considering dispersion of young bucks each year - when considering small property management.
The reason we keep them is to "condition" the deer to certain travel routes, and little more than that. I feel that straight salt will accomplish that - but we offer mostly minerals, to help lactating does more than any other reason - we skip the molasses, sugar, and corn part.
Thanks for the link.
