Originally Posted by
helenjon
I am 17 years old, new hunter, and I'm going to New York to hunt with a 12 Guage shotgun and deer slugs. I am going to be in a heavily wooded area with some fields every now and then, and It will be cold and snowing. What are some good techniques I should know for hunting Whitetail in Up-State New York?
First welcome to the forum! Check out this short introduction to hunting.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GG6js2FbV1g
Go out and look for fresh sign deer are in the area, Droppings, tracks, rubs, scrapes. Set yourself around these areas. Edges of fields are a good place as well as food and water sources. Always try to keep he wind in your favor, if it's blowing in your face your scent is going behind you. Stay still,and quiet. You will see game.
Good Luck! As others have said stay safe and have fun! BTW if it's cold and snowing I would be hunting from a ground blind they are easy to set up and keep you out of the elements and are portable.
Live it up! Doug