Do any of you guys use special footwear when approaching a buck bed? I know some guys that use mocassins as they sneak to their stand. When it has been really dry and quiet out, I have taken off my boots and walked in my socks to cut down on breaking twigs and making too much noise. Am I crazy or does anyone else do this?
Any tips techniques you guys use that you wouldn't mind sharing?
Quiet Stand Approach
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Re: Quiet Stand Approach
I had an older pair of Muck boots with very little aggressive thred, these were pretty quiet. Also, I have cleared paths of twigs, so they don't break as I walk in. Not the most effective but it does help. I like the idea of walking in in your socks, may have to try that, probably doesn't work to well in the swamps though .
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I could never approach my stand with socks... Their too expensive to risk the wear and tear.
I've always taken my time and usually have a route mapped out that is convenient for a quiet approach.
I've always taken my time and usually have a route mapped out that is convenient for a quiet approach.
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Sam Ubl wrote:I could never approach my stand with socks... Their too expensive to risk the wear and tear.
Get the Cabela's Ultimax hunting socks. They have a lifetime warranty and if you wear them out they replace them for free!!
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I've worn my socks in early season, but if it's too damn cold I just go slooooooooooooow Usually its one of the high pressure blue bird days where there is no wind whatsoever and every time you breathe you feel like your making too much noise.
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I try to avoid non natural noises, metal clanking, talking, coughing, cell phone ringing , ect......
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MOBIGBUCKS wrote:I've worn my socks in early season, but if it's too damn cold I just go slooooooooooooow Usually its one of the high pressure blue bird days where there is no wind whatsoever and every time you breathe you feel like your making too much noise.
X2, I also just prefer my old rubber boots and silent jacket...
But never with socks, I'm to sensible from my feet
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I agree with slowing down, sometimes I'll pause in a couple spots like a deer perusing through. If it's dark use a dim/colored flashlight. Avoid crashing through the brush and breaking twigs. Socks would leave ground scent and pick up burdock.
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Ho yes you can also come a few days before for cleaning the way you'll use on the hunt time.
That what we col or "PIRSH" way...I use to use a rake.
That what we col or "PIRSH" way...I use to use a rake.
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Re: Quiet Stand Approach
I rarely run and gun most of my set up are pre-determined areas. I walk in as quietly as possible but just as important as the entry and exit routes I also plan for the timing of my entrance more then anything to prevent spooking deer. If it is a morning hunt, depending on the distance I may be in the stand 2 or 3 hours before daylight. My dad and buddy think that is crazy but the best way for me to keep from spooking them is to get there when they are not home taking a route they won't intercept.
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I go slow and carefully place each footstep. If a noise is made, I stop and remain froze for a minute or longer depending on how much noise and how close to bedded deer. I also go very early. The deer is more likely to be in a groggy state mid day, and more likely not to be around if your there earlier in the AM. It is just an animal, and it will forget about the branch that broke given enough time. Squirrels and other critters break branches all day too... Biggest thing is to not walk in the steady rhythm of a human. And no metallic or foreign noise.
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Re: Quiet Stand Approach
Sounds like u need a pair of Mukluks
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