Weekly QDM Tips

by Scott Bestul

Week 1

Establish several quality mineral licks on your property. Buy a high-quality mineral formulated specifically for deer and place it in an area deer frequent. Spade up the soil in a two-foot square area and mix half the mineral with the dirt. Pour the rest on top of the ground.

Week 2

Take a camera survey of your herd in the pre-season. Mount trail cameras near high-traffic deer areas such as mineral licks, food plots, or fence crossings. Record the number, sex and approximate age of every deer you “shoot”, then compare that data with your field observations come hunting season.

More Information

For more specific information on any of these general tips, visit the QDMA website. Members also receive the magazine “Quality Whitetails,” a full-color journal full of useful information for deer hunters and managers. For more information, contact QDMA at 800-209-3337.