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New from Indianapolis. Would provide photography in exchange for mentoring.

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New here and new to hunting. I’ve been shooting my bow for about 9 months; have my saddle all set and have been practicing in the backyard. I appreciate any Indiana folks saying hi. I’m a photographer. If you’d let me tag along to learn from you, I’ll give you some good photos/video. Thanks.
 
Welcome from Southeastern IN.

How new to hunting are you? Have you ever hunted anything before? Small game, gun hunt for deer? Why did you decide to start bow hunting for deer?
 
truggles said:
Welcome from Southeastern IN.

How new to hunting are you? Have you ever hunted anything before? Small game, gun hunt for deer? Why did you decide to start bow hunting for deer?
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I shot a bow as a kid, and loved it, but never hunted with it. My oldest son has become quite the outdoorsman (12 years old). He fishes all the time and wanted to start hunting. Last year I took him to some DNR Learn-to-Hunt events and we did squirrel and rabbit--both with success! That was a lot of fun, so we set the goal of getting a deer this year. I hope to take him out soon.

My other reason for wanting to bow hunt is I wanted to be able to practice a lot. We live in city limits, so shooting a gun very often would be difficult. But I shoot the bow every morning!
 
Man. Wish you were closer to VA. I don't know a thing about hunting but I'd share a tree with a dude with your screen name! Love it! :D
 
Welcome from NW Indiana. It sounds like you're familiar with some of the Indiana DNRs programs so I encourage you to check into a workshop called Deer Hunting 101. They do require preregistration and I'm told they fill up quickly but it sounds like exactly what you're looking for.
 
Welcome to the site.

If I was in IN I'd be hesitant to take up the offer, because it would be pretty uncomfortable after the following:

1) I'd be telling you to STFU and quit asking questions and walk quieter.
2) You'd be salty about being told what to do/not do without asking questions.
3) More guys in the tree translates to more opportunities for deer to pick to pick you off.
4) If a mentor was big on scent control there would be 1000 more things to worry about.

Again, welcome to the site. Don't be afraid of going out and trying/learning on your own. Dad didn't hunt and I spent 10 years spinning my wheels; you can learn a lot on the youtubes and reading sites like this and thehuntingbeast.com it's a journey not a sprint.
 
Jasper2 said:
Welcome from NW Indiana. It sounds like you're familiar with some of the Indiana DNRs programs so I encourage you to check into a workshop called Deer Hunting 101. They do require preregistration and I'm told they fill up quickly but it sounds like exactly what you're looking for.
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Looks like a couple deer hunting sessions are coming up. I don't know if there are any slots left though.

Learn to Hunt Trap and Shoot

Upcoming hunting. trapping and fishing events from the Indiana DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife
www.in.gov www.in.gov

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Welcome from Michigan.
There no one way to hunt. You kinda have to find your own element.
YouTube is a great source for watching. Suggest "The hunting public". "DIY sportsman" or "The Hunting Beast" to name a few.
The hunting public covers a variety of different styles.
Ultimately nothing replaces real life experience. But to cover a few basics.
1. Deer smell really well.
2. Deer Have to eat. Find food source.
3. Deer sleep/rest. Bedding areas, security.
4. They mate. When the rut starts going late October. Bucks are looking for does who are doing 1-3. Find does doing that, your odds of tagging a buck go up. Watch out of #1 and other hunters.
Hunt where there are signs of deer moving/feeding and if possible not other hunters.
Have fun and be safe. Simple.
 
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