Hunt the wind, and minimize walking through you deer travel corridors. If you have to cross deer trails or such to get to your spot, rubber boots help minimize the scent on your trail. But like most have said, set up to hunt the dominate wind direction for that area and if it is your only spot...
I've heard a lot of people swear by halloween but I've seen the most rut activity the week of veterans days. Now with the extended archery season I think it'll be interesting to see what happens after veterans day. I can't really narrow it down to a day, but I'd suggest the week of veterans days...
hammer, is the backpack straps and waste belt picture here a specific set up you use? What kind is this? Is it from your kifaru spkiecamp you mentioned?
Guys using saddles, any issues with back pain or discomfort? I can find myself getting back pain pretty quick if I don't have something to lean on. With swinging in a saddle, has anyone had any issues with their back?
Also has anyone used saddles but gone back to their hang-ons for mobile...
Congratulations on the bull! Took my first OTC trip to CO this year for elk with no luck. Seen animals but couldn't get close enough to anything legal with the bow. Can't wait to have the same success!