If you have spots to put in a stand then give it a try. You will be very surprised how the deer will not even have a clue you are around. Keap in mind wind direction is still something to consider.

We have been useing stands more and more in Idaho and I think I'm going to give them a try for Black tail now. I have a spot picked out and will be putting in my trail camera this week to spy on the locals and see if one is worth trying for in a few weeks.

the idea with the aerial photo is good and will help you determine their paterns over time. I might even use that idea in the future.

Glad to see some one doing their home work not just expecting someone els to tell you or give you GPS numbers. Makes it even more special when you do finally get an animal knowing you did it on your own.

oh, one other note. if you use a stand be sure and do some target practice out of it. it we be allot different and you don't want any surprises. same goes with a ground blind.


Kris