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Most hunters waste October waiting for the rut. Mobile hunters, on the other hand, treat the lull like a pattern-shifting goldmine. Here’s how to kill bucks when the woods go quiet.
Spring food plots build long-term attraction, improve herd health, and create early season stand opportunities that most hunters overlook. The key is understanding what grows best in your region and how to build plots that perform from May to muzzleloader.
Private land hunters have the advantage of control, but that doesn’t make it easier. In fact, it means every move matters more. By focusing on smart, stealthy entry and exit routes, you can extend the life of your stands, keep bucks moving naturally, and turn good farms into great ones.
By the summer of 2024, trail camera photos confirmed that 6 Shooter wasn't just surviving—he was thriving. On October 1, Josh hung a stand at midday in sweltering heat, gambling on the buck's pattern. Despite his efforts, 6 Shooter remained elusive.