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lolson

Finally figured out my trail cam setup

Setting up my trail cam used to be pure guesswork—bad angles, glare, and half the shots missed the action. After messing up a few times, here’s what I’ve learned that actually works: 1️⃣ Location is everything - Look for well-worn trails, water sources, and food plots. North-facing setups avoid harsh sun glare that ruins photos. 2️⃣ Height matters - 2-3 feet for deer, lower for smaller game. Angle down slightly for close trails, keep level for distant ones. 3️⃣ Power prep - Lithium batteries last way longer than alkaline, especially in extreme temps. Fresh 32GB SD card formatted before use is clutch. 4️⃣ Settings dialed in - Fast trigger speed (0.2-0.5 seconds), adjust sensitivity based on area size. Test walk the detection zone before leaving! 5️⃣ Scent control - Wear gloves and minimize touching around the setup area. 6️⃣ Regular checks - Replace batteries and review footage regularly. Walk-test before leaving and always wear gloves to avoid spooking animals. What camera settings or placement tricks have worked best for you? #hunting #trailcamtips #WildlifeWatching #HuntingTips

Finally figured out my trail cam setup
paulcarol

How I tell bucks from does in the field?

Two weeks ago I'm glassing a lone deer feeding in my food plot at last light. No antlers visible, slender build - had to be a doe, right? Wrong! Almost made a costly mistake until I noticed that thick neck and blocky head shape. After 20+ years hunting, I've learned you can't just rely on antlers. Here's how I now identify bucks vs does in the field: Key identifiers that never lie: 1️⃣ Head shape - Bucks have flattened, blocky foreheads. Does have rounded heads like a Coke bottle with floppy ears. 2️⃣ Neck and chest - Even shed bucks keep that thick, muscular neck. Does are more graceful and elongated. 3️⃣ Body build - Bucks are squarer and more muscular. Does have that rectangular, streamlined look. 4️⃣ Tarsal glands - Look for dark brown staining on mature bucks' hind legs from rub-urinating during rut. 5️⃣ Behavior - Late season bucks often feed alone, packing on calories after rut. Does travel in family groups. Post-rut bucks feeding solo are often mistaken for does. Don't let a shed buck fool you! What's your go-to method for buck vs doe identification? #hunting #DeerHunting #buckordoe

How I tell bucks from does in the field?