How long will it take deer to find corn?

1-3 days they should be on it good. If it is well traveled.
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How long should you wait to hunt after putting corn out?

Registered. When I have, anywhere from 2 weeks before, too 2 minutes before Hunting. Another good method is hunt trails going to your bait station.
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Why are deer not coming to my corn?

Acorns dropping, corn in fields is where it needs to be for them. Deer usually off minerals this time of year. Everything changes this time of year.
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When should you start putting corn out for deer?

Early spring to mid spring is a good rule of thumb to start your spring deer feeding program. This roughly coincides as food plots will start being planted.
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How long does it take deer to find feeder?

It normally takes around three weeks for deer to get used to a feeder. During this transition phase, you should avoid doing any maintenance work on your feeder and let the herd get accustomed to their new food source.
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Supplemental Feeding Deer: How long does it take deer to start using a new feed station?



What food attracts deer the most?

Food Plots

Plants that typically attract deer include red clover, chicory, and orchard grass. Certain high-protein crops, such as peas, soybeans, turnips, alfalfa, sorghum, kale, or corn, are also attractants that the animals enjoy feeding on. Deer like the nutritious nuts that come from chestnuts and acorns as well.
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Why have deer stopped coming to my stand?

Three major reasons stands go dry are: your approach allows deer to smell or hear you entering and leaving; the stand is hunted too much; and the stand is hunted when the wind conditions are not the best. Let's take a look at some data related to the idea that a stand can be overhunted.
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Does baiting deer with corn work?

By far the most popular and widely used bait for attracting whitetails is corn. Not only is deer corn highly consumed and well received by whitetails in almost every habitat across the continent, but it's also one of the cheapest options for hunters.
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How many pounds of corn will feed a deer?

A good rule of thumb is to have one supplemental site for every 100 acres of property. You can place a 50-pound sack of corn mixed with GYT90 at each site. This should be enough to help supplement the deer herd.
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Do deer prefer whole or cracked corn?

the guy at the checkout said deer prefer whole. looks like it would spread better and make the deer work to find the pieces. I had them go through 50lbs in 24 hours!
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Will deer eat corn that's been rained on?

Nope, not good for the deer.
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How often should you bait deer?

Deer need to feed on adequate amounts of browse, 2 out 5 times during a 24 hour period within their daylight bedding areas. However, quality browse without a quality afternoon food source can leave you scratching your head, when you fail to consistently hold deer on your land.
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What time of day are most bucks killed?

Dawn and dusk might be the most active time for deer, but it's not the only time. Just like you might get up to get a midnight snack, it is possible to see deer moving about at midday.
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How do you attract big bucks?

For variety and winter cover, you can mix in a few pines or cedars.
  1. Provide minerals. Maybe you're fortunate enough to have a natural mineral site on your property. ...
  2. Add water. ...
  3. Create or enhance staging areas. ...
  4. Add shrubs and vines. ...
  5. Build big buck bedding cover. ...
  6. Create a thermal refuge. ...
  7. Plant oaks. ...
  8. Give them fruit.
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Does feeding deer corn make them nocturnal?

It turns out, there's no clear-cut answer, but research indicates that supplemental feed will cause deer to become nocturnal, browse down localized habitat, and change their distribution.
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Can you over bait deer?

Some hunters use bait to hold deer on their property, but don't hunt over it. This is a common tactic in the Southeast. It can be effective, especially in areas lacking in quality browse or agricultural food sources. When doing this, it's a good practice to place the bait in the center of the property.
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Is baiting deer really hunting?

Feeding deer during the offseason and in areas not hunted has long been legal and it's an extremely common practice. If baiting deer is a threat to the deer herd's health, so is feeding deer without hunting over the feed. The argument against baiting deer should also extend to any feeding.
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Why do I never see bucks when I hunt?

The more time you or other hunters spend on the property, the less likely you are to see deer, especially older deer. Studies have shown that as hunting pressure increases, mature bucks move less during daylight. They also spend more time in thick cover, where you're less likely to see them even if they do move.
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How do you know when a deer is coming?

1. Hearing the signs. An angry squirrel barking or a blue jay sounding the alarm can often alert the hunter to an approaching deer. An experienced woodsman is always listening for changes in the sounds of the woods as other animals will often sound off when startled or angered by the presence of deer.
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Why do I never see deer while hunting?

If you're not seeing deer, you might be reaching your treestand too late and leaving too early. Get settled at least a half-hour before you expect deer to move. That means arriving before first light in the morning, and at least an hour before dark in the late afternoon. For evening sits, plan to walk out in darkness.
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What is the cheapest thing to feed deer?

An inexpensive way to feed deer is with corn. Deer love corn and many hunters rely on it for supplemental feeding. That being said, corn is not an excellent source of protein, which is essential for antler growth and the nursing of fawns.
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How do I get deer to come to my feeder during the day?

Items like corn, peas, nuts like acorns and pecans, and small fruits will attract deer. Add shrubs and other regular plants to make it look natural. They will be more attracted to this. Create your food plot in an area where there is the least amount of noise on your property.
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Are salt licks good for deer?

All hooved mammals love salt, so licks made only of salt do a fine job of attracting deer. Licks with added flavors, minerals and nutrients can be even better, especially if you find one the deer in your area really love.
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