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« on: November 30, 2011, 06:37:00 PM »
I'd like some peoples opinions on a method I thought of for feeding deer apples. I've been having a lot of problems with coons and porcupines eating my apples before the deer get to them. I've fed a truckload of apples and most were taking by 5 coons and 1 porcupine. I had a huge 10 point and 9 point coming into my apples but if there isn't always apples for them they stay away for a few days until I get more out but the the coons eat them before the deer get any. The method I thought of was hanging a hockey net about 4' off the ground and filling it with the apples. I know a lady that feeds her horses this way and they seem to have no problems eating through the holes. I would really appreciate any thoughts on this idea because I'm tired of feeding the coons. Thanks for everybody's time in advance. Matt
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« Reply #1 on: January 09, 2012, 09:28:30 AM »
Quote from: mattcrystal1 on November 30, 2011, 06:37:00 PM
I'd like some peoples opinions on a method I thought of for feeding deer apples. I've been having a lot of problems with coons and porcupines eating my apples before the deer get to them. I've fed a truckload of apples and most were taking by 5 coons and 1 porcupine. I had a huge 10 point and 9 point coming into my apples but if there isn't always apples for them they stay away for a few days until I get more out but the the coons eat them before the deer get any. The method I thought of was hanging a hockey net about 4' off the ground and filling it with the apples. I know a lady that feeds her horses this way and they seem to have no problems eating through the holes. I would really appreciate any thoughts on this idea because I'm tired of feeding the coons. Thanks for everybody's time in advance. Matt

I see you posted this a while ago, but I thought I'd answer anyway.  I think you have a pretty ingenious idea and I'm curious if you have tried it and if it worked.  I don't have an issue with coons or porcupines.  My issue is with opossum and fox (yes, I was surprised fox eat apples, too!).  While they don't eat everything I put out, I don't want the deer to have competition.  If your net idea works, I'd be interested in trying it.
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« Reply #2 on: January 09, 2012, 10:48:32 AM »
I believe the fox eats them because I had pictures of a coyote eating mine. I didn't get to try it because my hunting was cut short this year do to a back injury. But next year I'll be ready for them. Something else that deer like is peanut butter so what I do with that is screw the lid to the tree, cut out the bottom of the jar and screw the jar to the lid and they'll lick that up too. Sorry I wasn't much help but I will be next year lol.
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« Reply #3 on: January 10, 2012, 06:07:24 PM »
That is a pretty neat idea. I might have to give it a try next year. We have all kinds of little critters that want to come in after the deer feed we put out.
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« Reply #4 on: January 10, 2012, 08:40:16 PM »
maybe i should have patend the idea somehow lol. seems like everybody i talk to thinks its a great idea. oh well hopefully it will help some hunters out.
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« Reply #5 on: January 12, 2012, 08:51:34 AM »
Quote from: mattcrystal1 on January 09, 2012, 10:48:32 AM
I believe the fox eats them because I had pictures of a coyote eating mine. I didn't get to try it because my hunting was cut short this year do to a back injury. But next year I'll be ready for them. Something else that deer like is peanut butter so what I do with that is screw the lid to the tree, cut out the bottom of the jar and screw the jar to the lid and they'll lick that up too. Sorry I wasn't much help but I will be next year lol.

My hubby just smears the peanut butter on the tree and they lick it off.  I like your idea better because it seems like it would be less messy!

Sorry about your back injury!  I was not able to go out much this year for the same reason.  I pinched a nerve in my back and it left my right foot numb, so walking in my hunting boots was tiring for me.  I only got out twice, and I hunted close to the house.  Thankfully our property borders a wildlife refuge, so I don't have to walk very far to hunt.  Feel better soon!!
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« Reply #6 on: January 12, 2012, 09:25:48 AM »
ya its less messy AND its harder for critters to get into it because they get get out to the end of the jar as easy. there's been a lot of thought go into some of my ideas. I've got a herniated disc, 2 bulged and 1 cracked. Ive been off work since november 30th and couldn't go then because I couldn't cock my bow. luckily I did get out for the rifle hunt though in november.
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« Reply #7 on: January 12, 2012, 12:45:38 PM »
Quote from: mattcrystal1 on November 30, 2011, 06:37:00 PM
I'd like some peoples opinions on a method I thought of for feeding deer apples. I've been having a lot of problems with coons and porcupines eating my apples before the deer get to them. I've fed a truckload of apples and most were taking by 5 coons and 1 porcupine. I had a huge 10 point and 9 point coming into my apples but if there isn't always apples for them they stay away for a few days until I get more out but the the coons eat them before the deer get any. The method I thought of was hanging a hockey net about 4' off the ground and filling it with the apples. I know a lady that feeds her horses this way and they seem to have no problems eating through the holes. I would really appreciate any thoughts on this idea because I'm tired of feeding the coons. Thanks for everybody's time in advance. Matt

You may know this already, but I'll put it here for others. Also be sure to know your state law. In some states, it's against the law to bait deer with apples or other "deer bait" for the purpose of hunting. That said, deer love sodium and chloride, so if you put out some salt licks, the deer will come to lick the salt. Our soil around here makes salt licks great for attracting deer. We don't use the licks for hunting. We just know the salt is good for them and aim to please.
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« Reply #8 on: January 12, 2012, 01:13:09 PM »
I live in ontario and the only thing you can't use is real scents to lure them. you can use synthetic but that's it. the way we do it with the salt is cut about a tree approximately 8" in diameter and put the salt on top of the stump about 4.5' high. salt gets in the bark and dirt around it and they'll tear it apart. make sure its close to a natural water source though because they will use it more.   
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« Reply #9 on: January 20, 2012, 07:22:45 AM »
That's a good point about the water source, and one I hadn't thought of. Our land has a number of small ponds on it that we keep stocked, so it isn't an issue with us. For guys with a choice, choosing the water area makes sense for those thirsty deer.
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