Best 3 Times To Access Morning Treestands

There is not best time to access your morning treestand for deer hunting! Instead, there are 3 best times, based on a variety of factors. Anyone who suggests that there is 1 best time to deer hunt on the morning - run for the hills! By learning when to hunt each morning stand, you will be well on your way to understanding how to navigate an entire deer hunting season....and not just 1 morning hunt. Here are the 3 best times to access your morning treestand for a ln ole monster buck, this Fall...
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[@matthewoliver1347]

Jeff - I’ve been hunting for 37 years and I’m still amazed at how many things I learn watching your videos. Clear and concise tips and tactics without all the gobby-goop so many videos are full of. Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge with the rest of us! Matt - Wisconsin

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Matt I love to do so and comments like yours keep me going! I really, really appreciate it!! Most of all I hope they help... And an FYI...man, I can't stand the gobby-goop! Most channels live and unfortunately die by that. Hoping to never become that...means a lot that you appreciate it

[@manfrednemeczek4108]

Hi Jeff, thank you for your informative videos. We hunt near Bancroft Ontario Canada. Wilderness jungle I call it. No farmland. Just bush. Oak hilltops. Lowland swamps. Very very difficult to hunt. Your videos give me a lot of information that I will apply this year. Good luck!

[@johntedrow620]

I think the one thing that always helps me not hunt stands in the morning is the fact that I work on a dairy farm so I milk cows until 630, which usually prevents me from hunting mornings until November until the time change. Which is awesome because November 5th is usually prime time rut time here in NW PA. I'm always hunting evenings but I always save my best stand for that time change and the tips I've picked up from you have helped me succeed at those times! Please keep up the content! Everyone in my family has been at awe because every buck I've shot has been with a bow but I won't tell them about your videos because some secrets are just too good to share!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

That's awesome John! Must be a hard-working individual! And we won't tell anyone about the secrets 😁 I bet that time can't come soon enough for you!

[@johntedrow620]

Oh gheeze it drives me nuts every year! I'm starting to take some corn off Monday, probably 30 acres or so before Archery opener, then the other 45 will come off around the ladder half of October. The Brassica turnip mix will probably be getting hammered after that point! 23 years young but working 24/7 365 sure does make the time to hunt hard!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Amen tho John, hard work is always rewarded...something a lot of folks your age don't understand much any more.

[@johntedrow620]

Yessir 100% correct, I used to get laughed at for getting up at 4am before school every day to milk before class I just kept saying wait until the real world hits you then you'll understand why nothing comes easy in life!

[@mxcatkiller]

John Tedrow respect! Pig and Cattle farmer! 🤙🏻 our line of work teaches us younger folk more than we think!

[@sandbag75]

I walked into my stand last year in December before day break. Heard something coming through the woods and had three doe walk across the path 10 yards in front of me. I stopped dead in my tracks and they looked at me but never blew or took off running. Craziest morning for me so far.

[@MrJmyers32]

I've use the "just in time" method a lot..not on purpose really but don't tell anyone lol. I'm not really a morning person but it has worked out for me a lot of times.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Ha, I love the just in time method 😁

[@1hunterdale]

thats the best people get on stand hr or more all there doing is putting out scent for hrs or more

[@daltonwoods2767]

Just watched a couple of your buck shift videos. Your content is very informative and I trust your word on a lot of what you speak on. In high hopes to score big this year using some of your tactics. A real joy watching. Thanks!

[@bjhalt112]

Great video Jeff. I especially appreciate how you reflect on previous mistakes so hopeful we don’t make the same ones. You’re teaching us to think critically of our actions pre, during and post hunts. The hunting community thanks you. All the best.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thanks a lot Bj, just really hoping that it all helps! The best way to learn is by other people's mistakes ☺️ Hope the info continues to help...lots more to come!

[@mikebutler5317]

Thanks, You've helped explain options and it "always" has wind consideration as a key component. The deer nose knows! I've always entered early and used wind as the key for entry, even if I have to walk a mile or more around an area then sit and let it develop. With the advent of food this year and repositioning or adding stands entry routes have to change a bit. Next year the food will be buffered with switch grass which will help travel. Always options for improvement. Thanks for the road map its been a good learning year and I can't wait for 10/1 here in Michigan.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Hi Mike...man I BET you can't wait!! You have to plan for the wind without a doubt. Often the best access is the hardest access...but so worth it! Enjoy the build up ☺️

[@BuckhornConstruction]

Great video and valuable information Jeff. Opening day in Georgia was yesterday the 12th of course Mid Sept in GA is pop up thunder and lightning storms. Was literally on stand for less than an hour and it came a hurricane lightning storm. Yeah I bailed outta there for safety reasons obviously. Happy for the rain as I planted 3 acres of wheat,rye,oats, and winter peas on Friday. I hate going to a stand and not being able too make a quality hunt effort. I'm hoping the rain washed away as much of my scent as possible not too alert any deer I was there.

[@RiverValleyAcres]

I hunt about 40 yards inside the woods from a 3 acre field. I leave the house as soon as it starts getting light. I was in my stand for 10 min. 2 doe came out. Then a half hour later a nice 8 point came out. It went by pretty quick chasing those does. And my neighbor shot him about a hour later on my property. His stand is on the other side of the field about 150 yards from me. I wish I could post a picture of it

[@XxREXKW0ND0xX31]

My favorite, go to, hunting channel. Keep the content coming. Even though I’m from Texas and there’s a big difference in our seasons and weather.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thanks a lot from down there in TX! At least the concepts all apply...really hope that it all helps you out still! Really appreciate it...

[@randym3351]

In northern Minnesota, it's directly related to when you will begin losing feeling in your extremities.

[@MichaelWilliams-to3cj]

Sept 28 almost here, just like last year. this is a new tradition. Drink coffee and watch your videos. I'm getting fired up every second.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

I love it Michael...thank YOU! Really appreciate you watching during this special time of the year 👍 Great tradition 😁

[@MichaelWilliams-to3cj]

Definitely welcome, the content is great!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Really appreciate it!

[@myronlaidler8034]

I love mornings too!!Pre rut i will go out after i eat breakfast and have coffee 8 am or thereabouts. Good info again Jeff!!!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thanks Tex and man...that sounds like a GREAT morning ☺️

[@m.m.m.6027]

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[@myronlaidler8034]

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[@ForgetU]

I like to sleep in my blind wake up about 2 hours before shooting time make some bacon and eggs. By the time I finish breakfast. I'm ready to hunt... (haha)

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Ha, better bring TP 😁

[@ForgetU]

@@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751 I was thinking about all the beer I drink while in the blind during the night before. BTW, I like the Video montage of the little watering hole.

[@TheBeardedVagabond]

@@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751 Lol, shirts and socks have been sacrificed.

[@hustlindude3324]

Because of my land layout I have to get into my blind 5 hours before, otherwise forget hunting, I have a box Blind I just lay out in and sleep till it starts getting light

[@conboncavil4710]

No one knows tough hunting unless you hunted in Crivitz,WI your entire life 😂 great videos, always useful tips that I try on my land but just lack of deer around

[@marcschoenfeld]

I have a new stand in an area of woods that the deer come through from Ag to bed. Right behind my stand is a valley so timing the morning as to when to get to the stand is important given the thermals . Your video seems to tell me NOT to get to in prior to daylight as my scent will get into the valley and I know the deer go through there too given my pics on trail cameras.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Hi Marc...sounds like a perfect time to get there Just In Time. Right when the thermals begin to rise. Man I can't wait to hunt ☺️ bet you can't either!

[@hut95]

Well Jeff I have bucks on cam from around 3am to 8am on one stand an really no way to sneak in.. guess I better hold off til the evening

[@chrisheinenoutdoors8880]

Ha! Literally debated to myself at 3:30 this morning if I should try accessing and hunt my new property because I can't wait to finally hunt it.....obviously I talked myself out of it with the fear of blowing out deer. And then you release this video.....coincidence?

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Ha, maybe a good call? We have some morning stands we can hit this time of year...but very, very select locations where we don't expect to have a good reason to spook deer At least you got to sleep in 😁 hopefully the video helps you with your next morning decision...

[@tomlongacre1384]

Thanks for all the help. My friend could really use u on his 80 acres in prairie farm..

[@mikew2948]

2nd awesome vid I watched this morning , thanks for sharing ur knowledge again Jeff ! Always learning from you.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thanks a lot Mike, hope that you are having a great morning!!

[@youngfeller5376]

Thanks for the help Jeff. Me and my son are applying a lot of your tips to our regiment. We are after a 150 class 8pointer we call "Big 8". He is 7.5 years old this year. I have tons of pictures of him all through summer then I will get some pics of him during the rut. However I question for you is he disappears a lot between that time and I'm wondering if he does not switch food sources to White Oaks. I'm wondering if I should move my cameras to these areas that hold White Oaks. Could you please give me your thoughts. Keep up the great work we really appreciate what you do

[@brandonszpurko1257]

Thanks for the great content. Keep em coming!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

You are very welcome Brandon and I will try to do my best!

[@jeffreyshull4751]

Another great video. Thanks, Jeff. I’m implementing your recommendations from your site visit to my Ionia property. No till fields look great. Thanks for everything

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Hi Jeff...that's great to hear and thanks a lot! ☺️ That sounds really good...hope you have some great looking bucks too...exciting time of the year. Thanks for the email too! Love the update 👍 Diane let me know...I'm traveling in OH but it is great to hear how you have been progressing!

[@kevinflaherty7592]

I enjoy your videos.very helpful.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thanks a lot Kevin...really appreciate it!

[@kevinflaherty7592]

Do u advocate cameras on public land Jeff? I would really appreciate your professional opinion on this question.

[@kaidencoleman5947]

Hi Jeff. So I have a couple of questions. So this is my first year using trail cameras and one trail camera that's about 30 yards from my stand has caught 2 huge 8 pt bucks. Now I live in Illinois so our bow season opens October 1st. The pictures were from Monday of last week. He was a morning buck, around a little after 7. What are the chances that if I hunt that stand close to that camera, that the buck will still be in the area? And when do you think he could cruise through? I don't know too much about the early season (I've been hunting for 6 years, I'm only 15) but do you think it would help using doe pee? I really only use estrous in rut and late season, but I have casual doe pee. If you can offer some advice I'd appreciate it. Love the vids man, take care! - Kaiden

[@wolfpack4128]

There's been times my brother texts me the deer are moving like crazy and I'll take the second half of the day off only to see little. Definitely going to be watching the morning temps come late October this year and scheduling ahead of time. Two of the three days I saw 3.5+ y.o. bucks last year were mornings.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

There can be so much morning movement! It takes more planning and effort, but those morning stands are golden. Most I save I shoot a buck in during the first sit of the year...they are that powerful!

[@stonekoldyn4904]

I hunt close to the smokey mountain chain. I must get to my stand above their bedding area. I've been busted several times before Iearned what was going on. If sunrise is at 6:30 the sun doesn't come over the mountains till about 7:10. Do the thermals still rise at daylight or when the sun comes over the mountains? Thanks

[@dirtboy619gmail]

Jeff, I have an 80 acre parcel that is predominantly pines on the back 30 acres or so. My particular stand is roughly 750 yards from home base. Unfortunately to get there, I have to walk through a the entire parcel and am worried about spooking deer anytime I head out. Any thoughts on what would work best for my situation?

[@WHITETAILKINGS]

Excellent breakdown Jeff. Thank you.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thank you Adam!

[@WHITETAILKINGS]

You bet! I can't wait to watch how your season unfolds on the new property. Looks like you have some awesome deer and some great set ups.

[@hikingthere3540]

LOL, so much I don’t know. Awesome video.

[@texoutdoors]

Can’t wait for the season!! 🔥 I’m hoping to make some hunting videos myself!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Nice...good luck with that! I love having the footage to watch for years to come...enjoy!

[@charlesshallenburger310]

when you got time we need a video all about switch grass . Would like to add a lot of strips for cover to and from some stands. Is there is any thing I can do be for winter , that would help ?

[@kevinflaherty7592]

Hey Jeff I found a nice scrape line which leads into thick cutover cover.at the end of the scrape line are 2 Nice scrapes underneath it.these scrapes have been worked pretty good.would u consider putting a camera in this location? also 2 big bucks have been seen in this area.

[@alexmadrid8772]

I have a question. Do you have a vedio thats explains how to bring those night time deer in during day light? We have several bucks coming in but they only come in at night during the season. They come in during daylight in July August

[@joshrogers3323]

Really like when you show us examples on google earth!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Good I will try to keep those up! I think they help a lot too

[@johnwall713]

Another great video Jeff. I haven't seen you talk about it but I wasnt sure if that was cuz you didn't believe in them. But What do you think about baiting deer with Feed where it's legal?

[@eaglegriffin4371]

Do you know Gary Hintz 3 time Wisconsin archery champion, because you look a lot like him.

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Ha, no I don't...maybe long lost cousin?

[@marktschanz8149]

Jeff, like you, I've shot at least 80% of my deer in the morning. This year will be different for me. As a result of a 15 foot fall last November, I'm hunting from ground level. Any suggestions for ground blind hunting.

[@jrchismorie]

Are there habitat solutions that you implement be considered in closed managed forest land programs in Wisconsin or forest programs in IL? I ask because of the tax incentive. However, the requirements the state/forester give aren’t What you recommend. Example: for CRP you have to burn/mow every so often. You don’t give those recommendations for habitat growth

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

There are recommendations...but very limited. My first recommendation is to never enroll or to buy land where you don't need to. They often severely limit your land's potential whether in the field or in the woods. I have even seen a loss in value for resale of lands in restrictive programs. That being said ..some plan administrators are incredibly flexible because they understand that being flexible means more lands enrolled. Or they just understand the value of wildlife. I have many landowners that pull their lands out if they can afford to do so as the plans always diminish wildlife and hunting value. I draw up plans all of the time for folks within those plans...there potential is just more limited. Like I said, some plan administrators are more flexible than others...which is good for themselves and the landowner.

[@jrchismorie]

Thanks very much! I appreciate this. Yes, the value for lower taxes are there. That’s why I’m curious

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

I would buy a smaller parcel so you never have to enroll...tough to do if you already own the land. Or buy land in a state like MN where the taxes for land are just lower with no programs offered. It never is better to own more land unless you can appropriately fit that land with improvements that match the size of the land. A smaller, more compact land with no limitations often equals a much higher level of whitetail and wildlife potential when the amount of improvements match the size of the land. I hope that helps! I see a lot of fragmented, 200-300 acre parcels that do not have enough food or cover to create a solid, 200-300 acre parcel. For example if someone owns 200 acres but can only afford 80 acres if improvements...or are forced to participate in government programs that limit wildlife potential, then they are much, much better off buying 80 acres and doing it right ..

[@basshuntet607]

Good video brother

[@mikehamm4987]

Hey Jeff I put my rye down last Monday and yesterday was my first rain so hopefully everything takes off. There is still a ton of seed sitting in my mix and standing beans. How long does it usually take to germinate by just throwing it on the ground?

[@danbruder7604]

Hi Jeff.. another great video.. thanks a lot.. an unrelated question though.. I overseeded with rye 2 weeks ago in my plots and apparently bought some bad seed as the rye isn’t germinating with adequate moisture.. going to buy some more and try again shortly.. if that doesn’t work, can I spread rye in the early spring to start your no till system?? Thanks for your help!!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Hi Dan...boy that should germinate quickly...I've never seen bad seed? You can do that tho. I would time your rye planting to about 6 week prior to your intended buckwheat planting. You can get a spraying of Glyphosate in at that time too. BUT, don't give up on your rye right now... incredibly hardy seed!

[@mr.mortadella1174]

Jeff quick question is okay to plant rye and oats into my Brassica plots in my bare areas . In New York catskill area thanks

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Definitely Christopher...great way to fill in those spots!

[@jasonpatterson2258]

Got 3 140" bucks on my hit list here in North Ga..... It's just so freaking hot !

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

That's awesome Jason!! And I BET. I was in OH with several days close to 90 and humid this week walking client parcels. Was really wishing I was at home in MN/WI with temps in the 40s and 50s.

[@randyh.6019]

So when do you normally start hunting mornings I normally start pre-rut end of October

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Most of the time in the pre rut. But we have some good movement on the new land during the morning and good, low impact access...so earlier in MN but sparingly. In WI likely not until the pre rut.

[@robertayoder2063]

Deer go in pastures and cross fences and go across electric fence

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Sometimes if they have to...

[@underdogoutdoors]

Wait, if you saddle hunt, 1 oz. of gear, with aiders, on public land- does access even matter anymore?

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Access always, always matters. The only thing I can suggest is that if it takes a while to get into a stand, it may force a position to get in much earlier than normal. For example our really good post daybreak stands we arrive at the stand and immediately climb. We are up and in within a minute. We couldn't push that to 5 or 10 minutes without compromising the stand. Bottom line tho, it really depends on where the deer are.

[@mikemellon80]

Whitetail Habitat Solutions I think he might have been poking fun at some of these other trendy youtubers. Thanks for sways replying to our questions. Really sets you apart from lots of other guys out there!

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Ha, thanks Mike ☺️ Just in that commenting mode, lol. On a mission! Honestly I wish I could comment MORE! But with all-day clients in bunches I miss more than I would like. I do try...really appreciate you guys and all of the comments!

[@milessandersisabeast2641]

9am to late

[@mike81399]

👍😁

[@jimlavigne9016]

Is there a way to email you I have some pictures of 2 huge bucks that are hitting my licking stick that I put up after watching your videos

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Hi Jim you can send them to our [e-mail] and let Diane know I wanted to see them. Otherwise I view none of the smile set in unless a rare situation...just too many and I lead an extremely busy life. Also another suggestion is if pictures are added on a facebook post...I sometimes check those out depending on the day. Awesome to hear they are hitting the scrapes tho!! Really happy for you 🙂

[@robertbailey369]

👍😀🇺🇸

[@whitetailhabitatsolutions9751]

Thanks Robert!