Scouting public

[Bmoser77]

I will be exploring a new public piece in the upcoming week and am wondering were to start. I have pulled up a map and have tried crossing off places where people go but am a little overwhelmed. Any tips or pointers on doing this step? It's really hard considering I haven't walked it yet. Also, what are some particularly ideal buck bedding spots I should keep an eye out for on google earth?

[Bmoser77]

http://www.iowadnr.gov/portals/idnr/upl ... rairie.pdf

The top right area of the map is where I will be scouting. The yellow boundary north of the Hannibal waterman area. Not sure how to upload pictures so this is the best I can do.

[rfickes87]

It seems to save me alot of time if i look at arial views and try and find the thick areas. Areas where its thixker than the open hardwoods. Those areas combined with a nice leeward terrain feature. (points, benches) will get you very close to bedding.

[WV Bowhunter]

Look for areas where terrain or habitat changes. Deer will live near those edges.

[Divergent]

Look for areas where terrain or habitat changes. Deer will live near those edges.

X2. Find an area where there's a variety of transitions within cover and topography. Deer like water sources too. Start small and expand. With time you'll cover more ground and be able to narrow things down.