Originally Posted by
huntlikeagirl
So do you have to do the whole tree stand thing? Are ground blinds bad?
I pretty much agree with Fretwear.
We put up numerous stands so we have different places to sit for archery hunting the property depending on wind direction and where we are seeing deer.
Ground blinds aren't bad but deer can spook at the sight of a new one. It's not always possible but best to place a ground blind well ahead of hunting days so deer can get used to it. Many hunters add some extra brush, vegetation or corn stalks to their blind set ups. If you are considering using a blind pay special note to safet rules regarding their use. Most states that have a blaze orange rule require a blaze orange flag on them.
First thing I consider when hunting from ground is totally natural blinds which can look like this. Many times while slow stalking I will find something like this and spend time hiding out there. Of course I brush all the dead leaves or things that will make noise away from where I will position myself.
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