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Old 04-18-2003 | 09:36 AM
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Default RE: Ground Blinds

I have a AMERISTEP DOGHOUSE, it weights about 12lbs, and sets up in about 5 seconds out of the pack. It takes about a minute to stake it out if you want to do that and another minute to install the roof braces if you want them in for more height. This is in the predawn darkness.
You don' t need the ground stake ( windy yes or not windy ,no) or the roof braces ( pops the dome up about 6 to 8 inches)if you don' t want them.
The carring pack has a pocket for the stakes that is big enough to put in some personal items if you want.
Mine came with the plastic and screen windows to make it scent proof. I don' t use them. I replaced them with a camo shoot thur screen that I bought at Gander Mt for a couple of bucks. Actually pined it in from the inside and It works great. I like the Keep It Simple principal.
I can sit in my blind with all three windows open( door side has no window.), covered with the screen and draw my bow with no problem. If you have your bow set too heavy were you have to raise it up to draw you are going to have a problem in any blind. Your arrow will hit the roof as you draw.
I like my Doghouse.

I have also hunted out of a DoubleBull or Bow blind while Antelope hunting. Very roomy and lots of shooting ports or windows. Nice blind. It was set up on a water hole by the guide so I have no idea what it weighs or how fast it sets up but Im sure it is more than the Doghouse and doesn' t collaspe as small to carry.

I use my Doghouse for Turkey and Muzzleloading Deer hunting.
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