Cross the Saddle?
09-14-2004, 02:56 PM
#1
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Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Fredericksburg TX USA
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Cross the Saddle?
I have scouted a good looking saddle that I'd like to hunt on our lease. The problem is that I need to set up on the far side. Will I ruin a good set up by crossing the trail that goes through the middle? How long will my scent be in the area? Coming in a different way is only an option for the afternoon/evening hunt so I'll have plenty of time to hike the extra couple of miles.
09-14-2004, 03:08 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Maine
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RE: Cross the Saddle?
I'd cross over closer to the summit or further up the ridge rather then through the saddle you hunt. If you a scent freek and you take every precaution you may get away with it but if you can avoid it I would.
Why do you have to set up on the other side of the saddle? Prevailing winds or tree limitations? Just curious.
Why do you have to set up on the other side of the saddle? Prevailing winds or tree limitations? Just curious.
09-14-2004, 03:28 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2003
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RE: Cross the Saddle?
This particular saddle is a low spot on a ridge- basically an easier way for deer to get to the other side. If I set up on the near side the prevailing winds will take my scent into their path. If I set up on the far side they will turn and enter the saddle before my scent will be in their noses.
