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- Easier to Setup:<\/strong> \u00a0Setting up a ground blind is going to be much easier than a tree stand. \u00a0Lightweight models like my personal favorite Primos Ground Blind<\/a> can be setup in minutes. \u00a0Plus it’s going to be a lot easier to haul in all your hunting gear.<\/li>\n
- Lots of Room For Multiple Hunters:<\/strong>\u00a0 Even the smallest ground blinds on the market are going to have more room than your typical tree stand. You won’t believe how much room this Barronett Ground Blind<\/a> actually has. \u00a0It’s big enough for the entire family.<\/li>\n
- Much Safer:<\/strong> \u00a0Tree stand accidents not guns account for the vast majority of hunting injuries. \u00a0Every year hundreds of hunters die falling from their tree stands. \u00a0Even when using safety gear you’re not completely safe in a tree stand. \u00a0Over 25% of deaths are caused by manufacturer defects. It makes you wonder how many lives could have been saved with a Safety Harness like the X-1 Tree Stand Harness<\/a>.<\/li>\n
- More Comfort:<\/strong> \u00a0Without a doubt the number one reason people choose ground blinds is comfort. \u00a0Whether that’s comfort from a fear of heights. \u00a0Or the simple fact that some Hunting Blind Chairs are just downright comfortable(Check out a few of my favorite hunting blind chairs<\/a>).<\/li>\n
- Less Exposed to The Elements<\/strong>: \u00a0Ground blinds are going to be much warmer than any tree stand. \u00a0Not only will a ground blind block the wind, you can also bring in a small heater. \u00a0My little Portable Propane Mr Heater<\/a>\u00a0has really warmed up my frosty cheeks on many a hunting trip. \u00a0Just shut off the fan for a quiet hunting setup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Cover Up Your Scent<\/h4>\n
Even experienced hunters struggle when trying to figure out their cover scent. \u00a0Yes everybody understands the basics like washing your clothes in Scent Killer Laundry Detergent<\/a>\u00a0and bathing in scent free shampoo. \u00a0Very few hunters understand the importance of a good homemade cover scent.<\/p>\n
I make my own cover scents and homemade deer lures<\/a>, but a lot of wives aren’t overly fond of storing a tarsal gland year round. \u00a0Thankfully you don’t have to go all out making your own cover lure. \u00a0Just buy a commercial cover scent to cover up your smell.<\/p>\n
Some hunters use skunk scents to cover their smell, but personally I think this is the wrong approach. \u00a0Nobody wants to smell like a skunk all day, plus the only time a skunk sprays is when they’re in danger. \u00a0It’s natures way of sounding a stinky alarm.<\/p>\n
Instead you should use a raccoon cover scent. \u00a0Not only will it be a little less stinky you’ll draw a lot less unwanted attention. \u00a0Personally I like to use this Tink’s Bandit Coon Spray.<\/a>\u00a0 A couple sprays of Tink’s really goes a long way. \u00a0 \u00a0You probably won’t want to spray coon urine on your gear so spray it around your blind on surrounding brush. \u00a0The wind will really carry the coon scent masking your own odor.<\/p>\n
On top of your cover scent you should also wear some type of scent proof gear. \u00a0You really can’t beat ScentLok’s Line of Products<\/a>. \u00a0They’ll be a bit on the expensive side, but covering up your scent is crucial when you’re hunting from the ground.<\/p>\n
Hunting Private Land With a Ground Blind<\/h3>\n
Being able to hunt private land gives you a huge advantage over the competition. Your success is probably going to come down to how well you can conceal your blind.<\/p>\n
Getting deer used to a popup blind is going to be pretty easy. \u00a0Just set your blind up at least a month before the season. \u00a0Leave it in position allowing it to become just another piece of natural landscape. \u00a0Further break up the outline by camouflaging your blind in Brush and leaves.<\/p>\n
Try to get in and out of your blind as quickly and quietly as possible. \u00a0The more attention you draw the less deer you’ll see come hunting season.<\/p>\n
Hunting Public Land With a Ground Blind<\/h3>\n
When hunting public land you won’t be able to leave your blind out ahead of time. \u00a0Instead you’ll have to show up early and quickly get your blind setup. \u00a0This means preparing ahead of time with camouflage netting and quickly scouring for debris. Netting really isn’t all that expensive<\/a>, and it really breaks up the outline of your blind.<\/p>\n
Another option when hunting public land is to just setup next to downed trees. \u00a0Use the downed tree to breakup the outline of your blind. \u00a0Just make sure you can slip in and get out without being busted by deer. \u00a0Setup your blind and lean a few dead branches over it.<\/p>\n
Different Types of Ground Blinds<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nThe type of ground blind you need will really depend on whether you’re bow hunting or gun hunting. \u00a0If you’re hunting with a rifle you’ll have a little bit more leeway with your blind choice.<\/p>\n
At long hunting distances you can get away with just draping some camo burlap covered by a bit of natural cover. \u00a0Use branches and bundles of grass to break up your outline. Just make sure you try and match your surroundings using materials common to your area.<\/p>\n
If you own your own hunting property setup your blind months before the season. \u00a0You’ll give the deer a little bit of time to acclimate to the blind. \u00a0Sharp edges and large holes break up the outline drawing attention to your blind. \u00a0It isn’t hard just try and make sure your blind blends into its surroundings.<\/p>\n
Bow Hunters on the other hand typically prefer a commercial ground blind. \u00a0Don’t overthink it, a cheap Ameristep Ground Blind<\/a> is all that you really need. \u00a0You can set it up in less than five minutes and they’re easy to haul in. \u00a0Just like when prepping a diy blind you’ll probably want to cover the blind in natural foliage.<\/p>\n
Setting Up Your Ground Blind<\/h3>\n
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Before setting up your ground blind make sure you clear up all the brush and leaves from the ground. \u00a0You don’t want to make all kinds of noise every time you move around your blind. \u00a0Before you go out into the woods make sure you have enough room<\/p>\n
Bowhunters need to have a lot more room in their blinds. \u00a0Most ground blinds have enough room to fit all your gear plus a comfortable hunting chair. \u00a0Check out a few of my favorite hunting blind chairs<\/a>. \u00a0Ground blind hunting can be downright relaxing, you should be able to sit comfortably for hours.<\/p>\n
The past couple of years I’ve been using the Ameristep Dog House Blind<\/a>. \u00a0You’re not going to be able to beat the price and it’s really light and easy to setup. \u00a0It’s perfect for hunting with a rifle or crossbow, but it’s a little tight with my compound bow. \u00a0I borrowed my dads Ameristep Brickhouse<\/a>\u00a0which is a bit bigger and I’ll definitely be upgrading next season.<\/p>\n
When setting up my blind I’ll try and position my blind underneath low hanging trees. \u00a0Work the shadows camouflaging the blind below natural cover. Spray a couple puffs of coon cover scent and throw on some natural cover.<\/p>\n
I’ve always been amazed at just how close deer come to my ground blind. \u00a0Setting it up early makes it seem like just another part of the natural habitat. \u00a0With a little bit of scent control they don’t have a worry in the world.<\/p>\n
I’ve been doing really well hunting from a ground blind the past couple bow seasons. \u00a0Deer come in close and you should be able to get off a clean shot.<\/p>\n
Where To Place a Ground Blind?<\/h3>\n
Figuring out ground blind placement is absolutely crucial to having success. \u00a0A few hunters have told me that it isn’t possible to kill a big buck from a ground blind, but the wall in my garage would beg to differ. \u00a0It’s all about properly placing your blind.<\/p>\n
- Lots of Room For Multiple Hunters:<\/strong>\u00a0 Even the smallest ground blinds on the market are going to have more room than your typical tree stand. You won’t believe how much room this Barronett Ground Blind<\/a> actually has. \u00a0It’s big enough for the entire family.<\/li>\n