When should I create mock scrapes?
Filed under: Hunting Tactics
Question
Hello and good morning, I was wondering when I should put out my mock scrape? This is my 1st time doing it and really don’t know when to set it up. Bow season starts in 10 days with the rut starting mid to late October early November. I would like to know when would be a great time to set it up that way I have a attempt at shooting a nice deer this year.
Brandon,
We’ve created several mock scrapes this week (late September). Deer frequently use licking branches year round. Deer seem to readily accept and use well-placed mock scrapes. They are a great tool to encourage bucks to be 20 yards from a stand or in position for a trail camera.
I suggest you go ahead and don’t hesitate to make more as the season progresses!
grant
