Out of all the land that I presently hunt (100 acres), I have at any given time a bedding area within 50 to 100yds of all of my stands. I refuse to hunt an area that does not provide cover for deer. I believe this is the biggest mistake a hunter can make, that is hunting bucks. If they do not have adequate bedding "and" travel cover, they will not be seen as often. Just my experience.

Don't forget though, if a deer has more bedding in your area and less food, chances are, they will travel away from your land to eat, and therefore probably find bedding in that area as well. There definately has to be an equal, or almost equal amount for holding deer to your property.Just an observation.

LT