The Old Man and the Tree: A Different Approach to Deer Hunting

by Barry Wensel

I also chose a combination of the Mossy Oak Shadow Grass pattern as the base with jute/burlap. I personally feel a lot of the standard ghillie camo colors appear to be too dark, likely because of military usage after dark. Whereas the slightly lighter Mossy Oak patterns blend perfectly in the hardwoods and weeds of our Midwest timber and prairies. I personally only ordered the ¾ length because I found that was all that was necessary when shooting from a seated position or occasionally standing in brush.

the morning of the year’s first hard frost is always outstanding and will be one of the best hunting days of the year.

A full moon in mid-November generally has better mid-day activity.

After the first two-inch snowfall of the year deer will switch from grazing to browsing and hit weed/ CRP growth.