RE: Do you use a range finder why... why not
 

Yes and no.

GregH....You impress me more and more over time. That there is some smart thinking. Kudos.

Yes....I use mine when I set up my lock-ons. I can tell you, right now, that my favorite lock-on has trees that I'v eranged @ 14, 18, 22, 28, 32 and 34 yds. I know which ones they are (as a former PGA Professional.....and when I was competing.....I could EASILY tell you my last three rounds.....which club I played on EVERY shot.....and the yardage from which I played each shot, too.....it's just a knack). So....I don't carry the rangefinder with me on these hunts. If I go into a new spot, though......Ill take it and, like others, range some trees to begin with for reference.

Jeff