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I would say that "Hunter Pressure' causes them to be nocturnal is a myth...once the Rut is on is they will move regardless. But having watched this bush for over 20 yrs, I don't know if it's our large coyote population or they stay in the bush during the hot days but I rarely see Bucks ( Does are different) in the daytime year-round on trail cams and I have in lots of different areas.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bowjob
Do you have any water sources near by? They could very well be staying close to the water during the day as wellQuote:
Originally Posted by MikePal
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Water water everywhere....I have 5 Artisien wells on the property that boil up water year round as well as a creek running parallel to the back frontage.Quote:
Originally Posted by Bowjob
Lots of swampy areas...I have to wear rubber wellies to access a few stands HaHa..
ah i know what thats like lol, i have a pit near one of my spots just inside the bush, at early morning its a little sketchy getting in there cause the water rises and lowers everyday there, the route that worked yesterday may not work today lol filled my boot with water more than once; .Quote:
Originally Posted by MikePal
update....He sure is a nice 8 point !!
Big change since the nubs back in Apr :)
https://i.imgur.com/hOYpvOgl.jpg
Wow thats a great photo.Quote:
Originally Posted by MikePal
Hopefully he stays around in the fall for ya
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That is from a cam I have about 10yds in front of one of my stands...unfortunately I rarely see these guys come fall. :(Quote:
Originally Posted by Bowjob
Nice looking buck Mike, hopefully he hangs around for you this fall!
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