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Shooting Safety • Always point the muzzle in a safe direction. Do not
point a firearm or bow at anything you do not intend toshoot. Control the direction of the muzzle at all times.Never rest a muzzle on your toe or foot. Keep your fingerout of the trigger guard until the instant you are ready tofire. Always keep the safety on until ready to fire; howev-er, the safety should never be a substitute for safe firearmhandling.
• Trust every firearm or bow with the same respect youwould show a loaded gun or nocked arrow. Every timeyou pick up a firearm, the first thing you do is check tosee if it is loaded. Be sure the chamber and magazine areempty and that the action is open until ready to be fired. Ifyou do not understand how to determine if it is loaded, donot accept the firearm until someone has safely shownyou that it is unloaded. Read your instruction manualcarefully before you handle new firearms or bows.
• Be sure of your target and what is in front of andbeyond your target. Before you pull the trigger you mustproperly identify game animals. Until your target is fullyvisible and in good light, do not even raise your scope tosee it. Use binoculars! Know what is in front of andbehind your target. Determine that you have a safe back-stop or background. Since you do not know what is on theother side, never take a shot at any animals on top ofridges or hillsides. Know how far bullets, arrows and pel-lets can travel. Never shoot at flat, hard surfaces, such aswater, rocks or steel because of ricochets.
• Unload firearms and unstring conventional bowswhen not in use. Leave actions open, andstore sporting arms in cases when traveling
toand from shooting areas.Take bolts out or break
down shotguns, if necessary.Know how your equipment
operates. Store and transportfirearms and ammunition
separately and underlock and key. Store
firearms and bowsin cool, dry places.
Use gun or triggerlocks and guards
when not in use.• Handle the
firearms, arrows andammunition carefully. Avoid
horseplay with firearms. Never climb a fence, a tree or aladder with a loaded firearm or bow and arrows. Neverjump a ditch or cross difficult terrain with a loaded
firearm or nocked arrow. Never face or look downthe barrel from the muzzle end. Be sure the only
ammunition you carry correctly matches thegauge or caliber you are shooting. Alwayscarry arrows in a protected cover orquiver. Learn the proper carries. Try to
use the two-hand carry whenever possiblebecause it affords you the best muzzle con-
trol. Always carry handguns with hammers over an emptychamber or cylinder. If you fall, be sure to disassemblethe gun and check the barrel from the breech end forobstructions. Carry a field cleaning kit.
• Know your safe zone-of-fire and stick to it. Your safezone-of-fire is that area or direction in which you cansafely fire a shot. It is "down range" at a shooting facility.In the field it is that mental image you draw in your mindwith every step you take. Be sure you know where yourcompanions are at all times. Never swing your gun orbow out of your safe zone-of-fire. Know the safe carrieswhen there are persons to your sides, in front of, orbehind you. If in doubt, never take a shot. When hunting,wear daylight fluorescent orange so you can be seen froma distance or in heavy cover.
• Control your emotions when it comes to safety. Ifyou lose control of your emotions you may do somethingcarelessly. If you have just shot a target or animal youprobably will be excited. At that moment you may turnwith a loaded firearm back towards your friends or youmight run with a loaded firearm towards a downed animalwith the gun safety off. You or someone else may be indanger once you lose control of your emotions. Show dis-cipline. Rehearse in your mind what the safe actions willbe. Do not allow your daydreams to prelace good jud-ment. Show restraint and pass up shots which have theslightest chance of being unsafe.
• Wear hearing and eye protection. While shooting atthe range, you must wear hearing and eye protection at alltimes. Firearms are loud and can create noises which aredamaging to a person's hearing. It can be a gradual loss ofhearing due to outbursts of noise over many years. Thedamage could also be immediate, especially if your earsare next to a muzzle blast. Vibrations from the blast areenough to create loss of hearing. Wear glasses to protectyour eyes from escaping gases, burnt powder (especiallyin blackpowder shooting), and other debris.
• Don't drink alcohol or take drugs before or whilehandling firearms or bow and arrows. Alcohol and drugsimpair normal physical and mental body functions andmustn't be used before or while handling firearms orarchery equipment. These substances affect emotions,making it easier to lose control.
• Be aware of additional circumstances which requireadded caution or safety awareness. Just because some-thing isn't listed under these "ten commandments ofshooting safety" doesn't mean you can ignore it if it isdangerous. There may be rules such as in muzzleloadingor archery or posted at a shooting range which should also
be followed. Also, practice reloading safety by followingand reading all specific instructions. Practice all com-mandments of shooting safety. Ensure a safe future foryou, others and the shooting sports!
Boating Safety for HuntersWhen boating, each person on board should wear a life
jacket or other personal floatation device. Don't overloadthe boat. Check the capacity plate, and never exceed theweight limit or number of people you safely can haveaboard. Consider the weight of your passengers andequipment. Hunters and their dogs should always remainseated. If you must move, stay in the center of the boatand keep a low center of gravity. Always check the weath-er, and stay on shore if bad weather occurs or is expected.Tell a responsible person where you are going and whenyou will return. You should also observe the rules of safefirearms handling and transport.
All firearms being transported in a boat during hours ofdarkness should be unloaded and cased. Hypothermia isan added danger when hunting around water. This loss ofinner body heat most com-monly occurs when the airtemperature is between 30and 50 degrees. Carryextra clothes in awaterproof bag. Keepa survival kit withyou, including match-es in a waterproof con-tainer. This allows you tobuild a fire for warmthand to dry your clothesif wet.
If your boat capsizes, stay with it. If the boat is stillafloat, climb on top. You're more likely to survive ifyou're not in the water. Wear your life jacket. This keepsyou warmer and your head above water. Use commonsense when boating to your favorite hunting spot. Allowextra time so you don't forget important safety precau-tions. Don't let your next waterfowling trip turn into atragedy.
Hunting Safety TipsDon't rely on your gun's safety. Treat all weapons as if
they're loaded and ready to fire. Never cross a fence,climb a tree or stand or jump in a ditch with a loaded gun.Never hoist a loaded weapon into a stand. Never load orcarry a loaded weapon until you are ready to use it.Always unload weapons before reding in any vehicle,including ATVs.
Watch your muzzle so the other fellow doesn't have to.Wear hunter orange so you can be seen. A blaze orangehat and at least 400 square inches of hunter orange abovethe waist-line should be worn during all gun deer seasons.It should be worn at all times, not taken off once in thestand.
Keep guns and ammunition seperately and in lockedstorage. Don't shoot unless absolutely sure of your target
See RESPECT, P.4
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and what is beyond it. Know the range of your weapon.Remember, even a .22 rimfire can travel over 2-1/2 miles.Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting firearms.
Always be sure your gun barrel and action are clear ofobstructions, and only carry ammunition specifically intendedfor the weapon you're using. Always carry handguns with thehammer down on an empty chamber. Avoid alcholic beveragesbefore and during shooting. Tell someone where you're goingand when you plan to return. If you move from one area toanother advise someone.
Dress for the weather, take a compass and maps to preventfrom getting lost, and be alert for other sources of danger suchas poisonous snakes. Carry a flashlight while walking throughthe hunting area before or after daylight.
Hunting EthicsAs the hunter learns the basics of hunting safety, he must
also develop certain responsibilities to the sport. An understand-ing of game laws, sporting codes and wildlife management areas important as handling a weapon safely. All hunters mustdevelop a code that make them good hunters. This code is called"hunter ethics."
Obey all the rules of safety and insist that those around youdo the same. Obey all game laws and insist that those huntingwith you do likewise. Do your best to acquire marksmanshipand hunting skills that assure clean, sportsmanlike skills.Support conservation efforts that assure good hunting for futuregenerations.
Don't be a slob. Keep your campsite neat, and don't offendothers by openly displaying your kill in camp or on your vehi-cle. Pass along to other hunters, especially youngsters, the atti-tudes and skills essential to being a true outdoor sportsman.
Tree-Stand SafetyWhen using a tree stand,
always adhere to the foll-wing safety rules, and thechance of an accident canbe minimized.
Wear a safety belt. Ifyour stand collapses, asafety belt will preventyou from falling. Don'tleave much slack in thebelt. One or two feet ofslack will allow you to turn360 degrees, and if a falloccurs, you'll only fall one ortwo feet.
Use a cord or rope to raise andlower all equipment from the stand, keeping your hands free forclimbing. Keep equipment on the opposite side of the tree fromwhich you are climbing, so if you do fall, you won't fall on yourequipment. Inspect your stand. Check for loose or rotten boards,loose nuts and bolts, and replace worn chains or straps.
Practice setting up your stand. Be familiar with the workingsof the stand before you go to the woods. Before using manufac-tured stands, always read the instructions and warnings. Tell adependable person where you're hunting and when you'll return.If you're injured and can't get out of the wood, someone willknow where to look for you.
Pick a mature tree on which to secure your stand. Do not usea tree that is rotten or has dead limbs that may fall on the stand.Clear the tree of any limbs that could cause a fall, but get per-mission before you start clearing. If you're not allowed to cutlimbs, use cords to tie them back.
If the weather turns bad, return to the ground. High windsmake stands unstable. Rain, snow or sleet can cause you to slip.Extra precautions are needed in these situations. Don't fallasleep. This is a common cause of accidents. If you get drowsy,leave the stand and walk around to wake yourself up.
Remember, the higher you are in your stand, the further youmight fall. If you do fall, don't panic. Try to determine theinjuries you have. Check for spinal cord injuries by wigglingyour feet and legs. If you suspect you have this type of injury,don't move.
Stop excess bleeding. Check for broken bones, and if youthink you have any, support them with splints. Carry a survivalkit at all times. Include matches, string, candy bars, a whistleand other items that can make an overnight stay more comfort-able.
If you told someone where you are and when you're expectedto return, help should be on its way. Hunting safely from a standdepends on what you do before you hunt. Being prepared is thebest way to prevent tree stand accidents.pulling the trigger.
Unwelcome GuestsDuring the early part of deer season, especially in the west,
rattle snakes will still be active. Items left on the ground duringyour camping should be checked before loading up to returnhome. They can easily be carriedin your car, or worse, to yourhome.
Stay alive!Teach these methods and
rules to your children and fami-ly members.
RespectContinued from P.3
Search for the perfect fishing holeYou haven't been fishing in years, but now that
you're retired, you're looking forward to spendingmany a day fishing by the bank. You've heard thereare some good places to fish nearby, but you're goingto have to see for yourself. Let the search for the per-fect fishin' holes begin.
Because you plan to fish often, you will definitelywant to restrict your search to the local area. What'sthe point in spending more hours in the car than at thefishin' hole? You will also want to determine the typeof fish you're after. Why check out catfish locales ifyou're after trout?
Once you have an idea where you want to go, youcan start making a list of potential spots. Write downall of the good ones you've heard about and askfriends and family for recommendations. Stop in atyour local marinas and bait and tackle shops and askaround. The staff and clientele there should knowabout all of the local fishing spots as well as the con-ditions at them.
Should you come up short, don't despair. There areother resources. Check with the public relations
department at your state fish and wildlife agency.Conduct a search on the Web. Chances are you willcome across many blogs, message boards and the likediscussing the best local fishing spots. If all else fails,get a map of your area and start checking out all of thelakes, rivers and streams.
Rank the spots you come up with and pay the topones a visit. This will give you a chance to see whatthe fishing is really like there. Don't be afraid toapproach any anglers you see and get their opinions ofthe place. Find out how often they come to the spotand what kind of a catch they make. Get out your poleand do some fishing of your own.
Depending upon how well known the spots are thatyou choose, you may be able to hire a guide for yourfirst trip out. They will be familiar with the area andprovide you with loads of helpful tips and informa-tion.
Finding the right fishin' holes takes work. Be pre-pared to put in the time, and don't expect to get it rightthe first go-around. It might take you a few tripsbefore you find the best spots for you.
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That's it. You've had it with hunting onpublic lands. There are just way too manyhunters out there to deal with. You long formore privacy and a better chance at bag-ging the big one. You could hunt on theprivate land of a friend, but you'd ratherhave your own piece of land to hunt. Thetime has come for you to get out there andpurchase some hunting land.
Whether for hunting or some other pur-pose, buying land is a big deal. If you aremarried, you need to discuss your desirewith your spouse and make sure they areonboard. You also need to check yourfinancial picture and make sure you havethe resources for such a purchase. Speak toa lender, find out how much you can bor-row and work to stay within that budget.Get a preapproval letter; this will showany sellers you are serious. Finally, take ahard look at your schedule and make sureyou have the time to care for and manage
the land. To bring the best game to yourland and ensure it stays there, you mayneed to take several steps over time.
Before you start looking at land, thereare some questions you need to ask your-self. What kind of game do you plan tohunt? How much of a drive are you will-ing to make? When do you need to pur-chase the land? What structures, if any, doyou plan to build on it? The answers tothese questions should help you narrowyour search considerably. If you hunt deerand waterfowl and plan to build a huntingcabin, you will need an area attractive tothose types of game with enough space fora cabin.
You can search for hunting land your-self, or you can hire a broker who special-izes in hunting land. If you haven't boughtmuch property, this might be the best wayto go. A good broker will guide you everystep of the way, most importantly through
the negotiation process, and ensure youend up with a suitable piece of land.
Once you have discovered a few plotsof land that interest you, you need to dosome further research, Get a topographicalmap of each area and some stats on thewildlife there. Check out any neighboringproperties. If the lands adjoining are offlimits to hunting, you may experience aswell in game the moment you implementfood and water strategies and have troublemanaging it.
As soon as you find the ideal piece ofland, make an offer. Don't dawdle.Hunting land goes quickly, and chancesare another buyer is right behind you.
As soon as you have sealed the deal,get ready. That's when the real work willbegin. You will have to start thinkingabout and implementing some manage-ment strategies. Keep in mind that moreeffort you put into this step, the happieryou will be with the results.
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You want to purchase a hunting knife, but you don'tknow what kind to buy. Buying the wrong knife couldruin a perfectly good hunting experience, so before you goknife shopping, you need to ask yourself a few questions.What type of hunting will you be doing? Will you begoing after large or small animals? Do you want a knifeyou can use when you're not hunting? Answering thesequestions will help you choose the knife that is right foryou.
There are two basic styles of knives: fixed blade andfolding. On a fixed blade knife, the blade is fixed in theopen position permanently. For safety, the knife comeswith a sheath. A folding knife has a pivot point and lockmechanism that allows the blade to close at the handle.The knife is good for the occasional hunter, works wellfor everyday use and is easier to carry and store. However,it is not as strong as a fixed blade knife.
There are two types of blade styles: the drop point andclip point. The curved design of the drop point makes itideal for skinning larger animals with little damage to themeat. It can also be used for gutting and splitting the ribcage and pelvis if you don't have access to a hatchet orsaw. The clip point has a thinner blade and a more definedpoint. With a flatter blade, the clip point can be used as ageneral work knife. For an occasional hunter, the clip
point will work fine, as it will do some or all of the tasks adrop point will, just not as effectively.
Blade design is important, but what about the handle?Classic handles such as wood, leather and bone are nice tolook at and are functional. However, newer materials suchas rubber and other composite materials give hunters morecontrol in adverse conditions, which means added safety.
You've bought your hunting knife and are ready to go,but to make your knife last, you need to know how to carefor it properly. Remember, your knife was designed for aspecific purpose. Using it as an axe or a screwdriver coulddamage the blade beyond repair and void your warranty.
Clean your knife after using it. Even on stainless steelblades, the acid from your fingers can cause rust. Washyour blade by hand with soap and water and dry it imme-diately with a soft cloth. To remove stains, use a cleanwine cork and a mixture of salt and vinegar. Apply lightpressure when cleaning so you don't mark the blade. Washimmediately with soap and water and dry with a softcloth.
To prevent rust, regularly oil the blade and lock mecha-nism if you have a folding knife. Use general all-purposehousehold oil or the same oil used for firearms. Don't overoil-it will attract and hold dirt. Don't get oil on the handleeither. Use linseed oil on a wooden handle and a good
leather treatment on a leather handle. A knife with a rub-ber or synthetic handle doesn't really need treated, but ifyou think it needs cleaned, use Armor All. Just make sureto wipe off your knife before you use it, as it could beslippery.
When it comes time to sharpen your knife, you can doit yourself or have it done professionally. If you plan ondoing it yourself, practice on an old knife first in order tomaintain the correct angle. Never use a bench grinder orpower sander. They produce too much heat and couldremove the temper of the steel and weaken the blade.
Keep your knife in a dry place where it won't getbanged by hard objects. The chemicals used in the tanningprocess of a sheath can cause the steel to rust, so don'tstore your knife in a sheath.
If your sheath is leather, use a leather treatment on ittwice a year so it won't split and dry out. If you overdo it,the sheath could lose its form and fail to hold the knifesecurely.
It's only natural for you to want the best knife you canget. However, if you don't choose wisely and purchase aknife that doesn't do what you want it to do, chances are itwill just get thrown in a drawer somewhere and forgotten.By making an informed decision, you can stop that fromhappening.
You use calls for ducks, geese and turkeys, but asfor deer, that's just not something you do. You'drather track a deer than try to call it to you. There aresome hunters, though, who swear by deer calling andare adept at it, especially when it comes to deer rat-tling.
Deer rattling is exactly what it sounds like, therattle of deer antlers. It is based on the idea thatbucks that hear rattling will assume that a fight istaking place over a doe and approach. Rattling worksbest during the peak of the rut on grounds with ahigh buck-to-doe ratio or a large number of dominantbucks.
Before a hunter uses the rattling technique, theyneed to scout for the areas bucks use regularly. Theseare sites where bucks eat, spar and sleep and wheredoes eat as well. The hunter should set up in an areawhere they can spot the deer before it spots them.Bucks tend to approach rattling from downwind, sothe hunter should look for an area where bucks areless likely to circle their position. They may evenwant to enlist the help of another hunter. One huntercan stand ready downwind while the other sits in atree stand under dense cover and rattles.
The hunter should choose a time to start the rattleearly in the morning when bucks are out and aboutand prepare the area well. Deer in general feel saferduring low light conditions when fewer hunters arearound. The hunter should disguise all unfamiliarscents and set up some decoys to keep bucks com-ing. They may use authentic racks or synthetic onesin a neutral shade that will limit visibility. Generally,
the larger the rack, the louder it will be. Designedspecifically for rattling, many of the synthetic oneswill be easier on the hands and reduce the risk ofinjuries.
The hunter should try to make their rattling asrealistic as possible. They should crash and grind theracks together to simulate a fight among bucks, makesome aggressive grunts, sniffs and wheezes, rustlethe leaves and pound the ground with a stick. After afew minutes, they should stop and listen for a buckto approach. It may take a while for a buck to appear,so the hunter should resume the rattle every 10 to 15minutes, using short, loud sequences, until they see abuck. As the buck comes closer, the hunter shouldrattle more softly or use a grunt call to coax it intorange and keep it there.
If there is no response, the hunter should wait halfan hour and try again, only this time a quarter to halfa mile farther away. Hunters should not try to rattlethe same site day after day. Any bucks within thearea may sense that something is not quite right andrefuse to come. Should the hunter see a buck, theywill definitely want to change sites. The chances ofrattling the same buck in the same site day after dayare slim.
Rattling does not always work, of course. Bucksalready with a doe will not come running in fear oflosing that doe, whereas bucks that are smaller maynot come running in fear of losing the battle to alarger buck. It never hurts to try the technique,though. Hunters just might be successful and havemore than one buck approach.
Choosing the right hunting knife takes some thought
Deer rattling works best whenproper procedures are followed
Scout deer all yearWhen you find an area that you think might be suitable for
deer hunting, what is one of the first things you look for? Deerrubs, right? You know, those places on a tree where a buck hasrubbed to remove velvet form their antlers or strengthen theirneck muscles in preparation for the rut. Generally, the largerthe tree containing the rub and the stronger the scent, the big-ger and more dominant the buck may be. Of course, rubs aren'tthe only indicators of deer.
In addition to rubs, bucks often make scrapes during the rut.They paw at the ground and rub-urinate the area, creating astrong odor that does, not to mention humans, can detect. Theythen spread their scent to a nearby tree or branch by rubbing itwith their head. Bucks tend to make scrapes where does willfind them easily, such as in or around feeding areas and fencerows.
Torn tree branches and small beds of grass or leaves areother signs of deer. Deer have no front teeth, so when they eatfrom trees and bushes, they tend to tear off the branches andleave ragged ends. Deer create beds from grass and leaves,about three feet in length. During the summer, they bed onsunny slopes or weedy fields, and during the winter, amongthe trees.
As deer travel from their beds to feeding areas, they leavebehind trails, which can also be tracked. Sometimes these trailsare marked with rubs, scrapes and other telltale signs of deer.As high-use areas, these trails make great places for hunters toset up their equipment and prepare to get in a shot or two.
Scouting for deer can take place before, during and evenafter deer season. While some hunters, archers in particular,may start scouting late in the summer, most hunters find scout-ing more effective just prior to the start of the season. Becausedeer sometimes frequent the same areas, hunters may evenwant to continue scouting after the season has ended in orderto find the best places to hunt next season.
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If you like to hunt, then you know how importantsilence can be. The less noise you make, the more likelyyou are to keep game in range and get a good shot.Having quiet equipment can make all the differencebetween bagging game or scaring it off. If you are bowhunter, you want to make sure that the equipment youuse is as quiet as it can be.
Bows in general can be noisy, even the more high-tech ones, so it is important that you do as much as youcan to reduce the noise they make. Bowstring cantwang, and limbs can vibrate. To absorb the noise asso-ciated with these, you may want to purchase silencersfor both the string and the limbs. String silencers aremade of variety of materials from fleece to soft rubberand come in a wide range of shapes such as fur balls,jacks, leeches, spiders and more. You should place these
on the string about six inches from each axle. Limbsilencers are usually made of rubber and have an adhe-sive backing to attach them easily. To reduce vibrationfurther and assist with balance, you may want to investin a quality gel- or hydro-filled stabilizer.
Because of their moveable parts, sights can also benoisy. Screws can work loose over time, so check themperiodically and tighten as needed. Consider using smalllock washer or o-rings to keep screws tight. To elimi-nate vibration, apply moleskin over screws and pinguards.
Arrows can also be noisy and clang upon contactwith the rest or riser, especially if it has metal prongs.To prevent this, attach some fleece or moleskin in areaswhere the arrows make contact with the rest or riser. Tocover the prongs, use shrink tubing or moleskin. If you
carry your arrows in a quiver, you will want to makesure they don't clang in it either. Check that the screwsare tight and the foam block is holding the arrowssecurely. If you detect any loose arrows, add somemoleskin or purchase a new foam block.
These are just some of the areas on your bow thatmay result in noise with each shot. If you inspect all ofthese areas and take the necessary measures and stillencounter noise, you may need to reexamine your bowin order to find out exactly where the noise is comingfrom. Pluck the string and listen for vibrating parts.Remove each accessory and continue to check for noiseuntil you figure out the source of the problem.
Having quiet hunting equipment is important.Whatever you use, a bow, rifle or handgun, make sure itis as quiet as it can be.
Quiet hunting equipment is very important
When deer hunting, you should take odor out of the equationYou've been looking forward
to the start of deer season formonths, and now that the timehas finally come, you're all set.You've got the equipment and theplace, and tomorrow morning,you're heading off to bag the bigone. In your rush, don't forget todo something about your scent.
Deer have a keen sense ofsmell and can detect the odor ofhumans long before seeing them.Just one small whiff of a hunteris all it takes to send a deer fly-ing in the opposite direction. Toensure this doesn't happen toyou, you need to take steps tocover up your scent.
As you are getting ready inthe morning, use scent-free prod-ucts. Shower with scent-free soapand shampoo made specificallyfor hunters. Dry off with towelsthat have been washed in scent-free detergent. Brush your teethwith baking soda. Wear clothesthat have been washed in scent-
free detergent and dried outsideor in the dryer with scent-freefabric softener. Try to leave yourhouse as scent free as possible.
Once you get into the field,you have two options for dealingwith odor. You may continue toeradicate it using scent-absorbingsprays and powders, or you may
conceal it using cover scents. Ifyou go this route, use scents thatwould be found in the area. Deerare intelligent. If they detect anodor in the area they aren't famil-iar with, they won't stick aroundto find out what it is.
Whatever your choice, makesure you apply the products toyourself and your equipment andgear often. If you are using a treestand, you will want to cover itas well. Chances are you willperspire when out and about. Tocontrol this, use odor block any-where on your body where youmight perspire, including yourarmpits, backs of your knees andyour feet.
Leave no stone unturnedwhen it comes to human odor.Cover everything you come intocontact with and reapply prod-ucts often, especially to yourhands. Be wary of eating in thewoods. You don't want the whiffof a chip to scare off a deer.Once it detects an unfamiliarscent, it won't come back to thearea for a long, long time.
