MUST-TRY Trick! How to Fool a Deer’s Vision & Get More Shots | Bow Hunting Tips

[@onwardupward9695]

Definitely use the swaying. I have had it work in low 8 mph winds, but is really effective in 10-12 mph winds. Do not fall for the head bob. While I do think they are locating or spatially observing the object giving them a fear factor, I do believe they trying to entice the predator to reveal itself, so don’t give up and move. I have had dear move away and comeback out of curiosity if I have the wind advantage.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Totally agree on the head bob, we go into detail on the head bob in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXbMkIqsfbJkeck

[@bdrroger]

Sway like a tree 😂 dude that’s perfect. Never thought of that. Thanks for the extra tool for the next time I get busted.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

thanks for watching!

[@crdavis61]

I really didn't think I would get a valuable tip when I clicked on this video, but DUDE........IT WAS REALLY GOOD! Great valuable content and I am jealous as hell on your presentation skills! Good job and now you have another subscriber.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Really appreciate the comment! We try really hard to turn every hunt into a learning experience! Glad you got something valuable out of it and thanks for the subscribe. Good luck this year!

[@tcbink]

Always nice when they run towards the road. Had a doe last year went across the creek to with in 100’ of my truck. 🦌

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Haha, I said the exact same thing! Easiest drag ever!

[@heathhenderson-ny7el]

This sounds like a pretty wise move! It makes sense on several levels. Thx for the input!

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Thanks for the comment!

[@Sad_Cat_Epiphany]

I just had a stare-down with a mature doe this morning on a hunt. It really is crazy how long they take to stare and figure us out. I managed to stay patient, and she calmed down and started walking, broad side to me. When she stopped to get one more look at me, I already had my cross hairs right where I wanted to shoot. Only took one shot; it was good and ethical, so she didn't make it far.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Awesome! Congratulations! Thanks for the comment

[@jerryhoffman8454]

Great tip! I've used the technique a lot. Even reaching for my bow on a hanger... moving my hand back and forth like the branches moving.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Smart! Wish I would have had someone suggest it sooner! Thanks for the comment!

[@victornonnya]

Wow, that was awesome! Sway like a tree! Perfect thought process! Next time you need to wear squirrel mittens !! Start wiggling them like a squirrel.! Never know what will work😂😅😅😅

[@jeddiajones4570]

I archery hunt with a crossbow and I have found if you move like molasses you can bring your bow up and get a shot off even when the deer is staring you down. Maybe combine this technique with swaying. Also, I hang a camo net up behind me so there is a screen to break up my outline and help disguise my movements.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

@@jeddiajones4570 agree! Thanks for the comment!

[@RoadLifePursuits]

I have to say, that swaying thing was pretty funny....great video...

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the comment

[@AlbeeSoaring]

Another great video. Ive yet to get a opportunity to let a arrow fly, but I know if I was in the same situation I would have just gave up when the deer seen me. Both of the videos show good examples and great information. Hopefully if this ever happens to me I can think the situation through.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

That’s what we are hoping for! Thanks for watching and the comments!

[@Marnette88]

Great advise all round

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

thanks for watching!

[@ehyman4415]

Always aim for lower 1/3. Great vid.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

💯 and thanks for the comment!

[@teenelomz9402]

That is crazy! Great advice I would never have thought of! Thanks.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the comment!

[@cha-ka8671]

Awesome tip. I did that once... swaying. I didn't get a chance to take the shot but, it did throw him off

[@johnbehr5785]

Great stuff man. Sometimes you just have to try for it, nothing to lose

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

thanks for watching and the comment!

[@LizardKing513]

Amazing! I feel like I have no chance in that scenario. I’m gonig to try that swaying technique. Excellent video.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

You should! Also, if you really think you are pegged (like I was here) look for any opportunity you can to draw. Worst case is the deer runs away when you try, and they are likely going to do that anyhow! Thanks for the comment!

[@davemeise2192]

Another tip I don't see mentioned very often is to avoid releasing if the deer has their head down. They always drop in order to load their muscles before they jump away. When they have their head down they can drop so much faster and deeper due to the leverage effect of raising their head while dropping their body to jump away. The shot shown could have gone completely over the back if the deer had its head down when the arrow was released. They are impressive animals for sure.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Yup, even one of the comments below (and a lot we get) scold us for shooting at alert deer or “stopping a deer” when in reality the deer drops no matter what and to your point can drop even faster with head down and relaxed. Thanks for the comment!

[@jolookstothestars6358]

This was good info! I'm showing this to my son. We are hunting tree stands for the first time. 👍

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Great! Thanks for the comment and let us know how else we can help!

[@jolookstothestars6358]

@@WeekendWoodsmen What broadheads will you be using this year What broadheads would you be using this year?

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

I personally like the G5 Dead Meat 3 blade 1.5" cut. They fly fairly true to field point accurate and don't loose a lot of momentum when impacting and opening on a deer. If you are ever shooting broad heads, especially fix blade, you need to sacrifice one to shoot to ensure it flies true. Many times small tuning adjustments are needed with your bow to get broadheads to impact close to where you field points hit. The G5s come with a ballistic match practice point (at least last time I got them).

[@theguyinmaine]

If you think about the speed of sound minus the speed of the arrow it is milliseconds if they are close. What they see is what makes them drop. Seeing is real time. They see the bow release and then the arrow coming. Even if they aren't looking at you, they see 310 degrees and they see clearly in panoramic, not focusing on a small spot like us.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Yup! Thanks for the comment!

[@phillipking6153]

Great video. Subscribed.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Thanks for the sub and comment!

[@328am]

Great advice, thank you!

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Thanks for the comment! Good luck this year!

[@N0_Murphy]

I’m going to try swaying this year. Thanks for the tip!

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Sure thing! Thanks for the comment and good luck!

[@LouStoriale]

Good video, good instruction and editing

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Appreciate the comment! Good luck this year!

[@christopherwatson283]

Cool. I've had some success flagging with a white sock ground stalking. I try to get pulled before they get that close. Mature Deer will look up. Public ones are even more likely to look up.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Interesting! That makes sense though. Thanks for the comment.

[@dozierlester3971]

wow! Great tip. Subscribed.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Awesome, thank you!

[@bradbishop-atfulldraw7491]

Really good tip, thanks

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the comment!

[@edwarddonahey]

Very very wise, mimic the natural movement of the vegetation/tree slightly swaying 🤌🏽🤌🏽🙌🏼

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Thanks! Good luck this year!

[@Blackdogace]

the second deer was a younger deer than the first deer that was a big part of how this played out.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Say a little more, not sure I fully understand. Thanks!

[@davidherndon1]

Good stuff

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Thanks!

[@daviddostal9789]

Pretty cool if it works never heard of this before 👍👍👍

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Thanks! Let us know how it works!

[@TerryLay-sn9gg]

Squinting your eyes helps alot of the time

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Yup! Check this one out, where we focus more on the vision aspect: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXbMkIqsfbJkecksi=_W5qVTC1jSttofjk

[@robertdickey3570]

I totally agree 👍

[@cameronboyd4819]

I noticed you wearing a sort of brace on your thumb in the video. I cut my thumb badly at the beginning of the year, a lot of tendon and nerve damage right in the saddle of my thumb and index finger. What are you wearing? Looking for something with some support

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Unfortunately it was just a thumb hole in my thermals to keep the sleeve from riding up on me. I hope you can find a solution though so you can get out in the woods this year!

[@transamguy9073]

Ive noticed alot of times a doe will take a couple of bounces and stop and look back. At that point you better be at full draw and ready

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Yup, for sure!

[@gfalk3972]

It depends on where you’re hunting. Try this on a Buck in the area I hunt and he would turn him self inside out getting out of there.

[@thebadboo4875]

Are you using HECS suit? Your thoughts?

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

We don’t use them and we are skeptical

[@gramps5157]

Sway baby sway!

[@ThirdLawPair]

Never heard of swaying like a tree. That's an interesting tactic.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Let us know if it works for you!

[@jacob_krause_official7286]

brilliant, I get busted every year so what the hell, mind as well give it a try!

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

We all do my friend! This is back to back years of me having solid “getting busted” videos 🤣 Thanks for the comment, and make sure you watch the other too! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXbMkIqsfbJkecksi=U5g7KdqJjJMCqIg6

[@geraldstrine7888]

Those shots when the deer are on high alert are a poor percentage shot at best. I am happy it worked out but could have easy been a bad hit

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

They drop either way so if you are aware of the situation you can make it a much higher percentage shot. Definitely wouldn’t want to take a long shot at a high alert deer

[@stevecolombe4446]

Honestly I would not take a shot at a deer that is on high alert like that. They are definitely going to jump and too many things can go wrong with the shot. I just freeze and wait patiently. The deer will stomp and snort and usually walk back and forth to get a better look at you and try to get downwind. By waiting either the deer will calm down and go about it's business or wind you and bolt to live another day. I had never heard of swaying before I will have to try that sometime

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Good points, thanks for the comment!

[@mattgohlke8216]

Missed almost 30 deer because they duck, I hunt on the ground too which is the ultimate challenge. 20 years ago I decided as I was getting a shot opportunity, ok Im gonna shoot this arrow an inch under you so go ahead and duck. Been doing it ever since and it works every single time.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

@@mattgohlke8216 excellent!

[@lovejoy1230]

She dropped what dang near a ft? What distance was she and what is the fps your achieving out of your bow? I have been evaluating deer reactions so curious the details around this shot.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

I would say she was between 25-30 yards. Shooting a Mathews Traverse 32” Draw at 70lbs with VAP Elite arrows. Never had it tested but is roughly “fast AF” bow. 😂

[@lovejoy1230]

@@WeekendWoodsmen perfect, thank you for this info! It is amazing to me the amount they drop in the milliseconds it takes for the arrow to arrive! I’ve started sighting in 1.5 - 2 inches low to help account for this. Just about every deer I’ve ever shot has dropped to some extent before my arrow arrives even at 20 yds. I’ve had good luck doing this so far but still evaluating the decision to do so…. Thanks again!

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Yes, 99% of deer drop in some way. People just can’t see it in real time to know it’s happening. Good luck this year!

[@StumpArchery]

Awesome video 👍

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Thanks for the comment!

[@jimgallagher4939]

you should try calling after the shot some times they stop 4 a second

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Will try that sometime. Never thought to call after shooting but might help buy time if you are worried about them running off property

[@MikeJones-vb1me]

I got busted by a doe with 2 fawns tonight. What’s the fawns chance of survival without mom?

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Really depends on how long the fawn has been alive in my opinion. If it was born early/normal time it is probably fairly high otherwise they wouldn't allow hunting to occur...right? But if it was born late and hasn't had much time to learn the survival skills and still needs moms milk, etc. to prepare for winter, feed, etc. then it's possibly in bad shape. Even late fawns have developed the ability to hide and understand trouble so for me it's usually about the ability to feed and understand preparing and surviving cold weather.

[@gtchalie5038]

It's not stupid if it works!

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Very true!

[@tray22]

I have often wondered if I got a cat toy with a bushy tail like a squirrel and stuck it on my tree if I cold flick that a little and then the deer would just think it saw a squirrel.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Feel like it’s worth a try!

[@mspahn1967]

Who shoots wet does with a fawn?

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Who said she was wet? Does are with fawns all season long.

[@surffishermanandcrossbowki9457]

I kill a ton of deer I always wonder what Mom is thinking here as she takes one final look at her baby that she cannot keep up with.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

🤷🏻‍♂️

[@bobbyterry51]

Deer have side facing eyes. If you see two eyes she's not looking at you but scanning for movement. If you see one eye she's looking at you.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

They definitely have a wide field of view, but I have consistently had deer that have me dead to rights facing me directly so I think they can certainly focus their sight on you even when facing you. Thanks for the comment!

[@davysanders2441]

Man another deer with no mom really why didn't you wait for a lone doe ???

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Would be waiting all season, this was post rut. Fawns are 100% ready to be by themselves by the time season comes in which was 2 months before this

[@yourmomma2995]

you are going to wound A LOT of deer if you are shooting at high alert deer, it just a fact when you choose to take crappy shots at deer.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Deer will drop no matter what. A deer with its head down and relaxed is actually proven to drop even more than a deer on alert with its head up due to the lever effect.

[@yourmomma2995]

@@WeekendWoodsmen that is NOT true, a relaxed deer does not move more than an alert deer. i think you know this fact, but i learned many years ago to never take a shot an alerted deer, you might get lucky once in a while but you will lose more than you will retrieve, they usually drop and turn in one motion, even with a 400fps plus crossbow the alert deer will usually move before your arrow gets to the deer, leading to wounded deer which i cant stomach.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

@@yourmomma2995 sorry but you are reciting one of the most common myths in deer hunting. It is proven that a deer with their head down is capable of dropping as a MUCH faster rate than a deer with its head up. So it is always best to shoot when the head is up if you can. Don’t take our word for it, Growing Deer TV talks about this ALL the time. Check out minute 2 in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKC1dKWkoc9jj9Usi=uGOl1taMhdJS0X5L

[@yourmomma2995]

@@WeekendWoodsmen i do know that a deer with its head down can drop faster than a deer with its head up, but you were talking about ALERT deer moving faster than non alerted deer, which is totally false. EVERY ONE knows not to take a shot at alert deer that are ready to bolt. i have shot 100's of deer with a bow over the last 45 years, and alert deer are a problem. non spooked/alerted deer are not.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

And I think that's where there is some misalignment. If we are aligned that non alert (head down) deer move faster than head up deer. I tend to categorize them into head up and head down, and within head up there is alerted and non-alerted. Not sure if you consider "bleating" at a deer to stop them an "alerted deer", but either way the mechanics are pretty much the same. In order to move, the first thing the deer has to do is "load" their legs by bending them, this is the dropping motion that occurs. There's only so much time for this to occur and the arrow under normal shot distances (30 yards and under) arrives before the deer can finish loading their legs and actually move. When the deer is head down loading process can move the vitals much faster (we agreed on this) than the head up loading process, so whether a deer is alerted or not with their head up, then the vitals are going to move less than or equal to a deer with its head down, because they have the exact same amount of time to load their legs before they can change direction or bound off. Therefore, when I said "The deer is going to get a head start on dropping because she can see the shot" is still in relation to a "head up" deer. So an alerted head up deer looking directly at you is going to drop more than an alerted head up deer not looking directly at you because she will be focused on you and light travels faster than sound, giving the visual a jump start, but because she is head up, they will still have less ability to move their vitals than a head down deer over the same distance. Therefore, a head down non-alert deer is going to have the ability to move their vitals MORE than both a head up alerted and a head up non-alerted deer because it is all a matter of time to impact over a certain distance, and there is only so much time to load their legs. This is where keeping your shots to an ethical distance is critical. Either way, you have to know what you are dealing with and I think head down deer and a highly alert deer looking directly at you can both be problematic if you don't anticipate the drop appropriately and are shooting beyond 20 yards, and definitely would not want to attempt a longer shot unless it was head up and non-alert.

[@jonathantheunacceptable4259]

Great video but I find it a bit unethical to shoot a doe with her fawn. Doesn't give the young deer as much of a chance

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

By the time season comes in fawns are fully able to be on their own. In this case this was post rut when the doe had already chased her fawn off to fend for itself while getting bred, so there is no harm in killing a doe with a fawn. They are with fawns all season long, so if you went by that standard no does would ever be able to get killed which is really bad for the herd.

[@jonathantheunacceptable4259]

@@WeekendWoodsmen it's actually a law where I hunt, you also can't take them in the water wading or swimming either and need an antlerless deer tag to take a doe from the get go

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

They must have their reasons. Our state (Ohio) sells early season doe tags at a discounted rate that are ONLY good for the first half of the season. So our state actually encourages killing does early. It logically makes sense too in places where you have high doe to buck ratios because you want to kill the does before rut so the bucks don’t get so run down trying to breed them all.

[@johnoblak9631]

Always aim low on alerted deer with archery equipment

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Yes, I would say “always” because they drop whether they are alerted or not. Thanks for the comment!

[@christopherfit]

Why you shooting at a doe with a fawn?

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Because pretty much every doe has fawns through out season and they are fully able to fend for themselves before season comes in

[@praydriven8409]

Did you buy his tags for him?. Not your tags so be quiet.

[@christopherfit]

@@praydriven8409That’s illegal in parts of my state. Besides you can still be legal and have low ethics

[@BullPath]

Why do you think the hunting season starts late September early October ? It’s not like that for no reason.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

Our state literally has discounted doe tags that are only good for the first half of the season, so they are encouraging shooting does early.

[@Dredster747]

You'd be surprised with how much movement you can get away with as long as it's slow and smooth. If I know I'm caught, I'll just draw back really slowly and take the shot. I purposefully shoot a lower poundage and a VERY smooth bow partly for this reason. I've found that if you can move at the same rate as the swaying branches around you, they won't spook.

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

So true! That’s a DIRECT quote from this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXbMkIqsfbJkecksi=MVeSb-0GQIa-L7V4

[@Dredster747]

@@WeekendWoodsmen oh wow, hadn’t seen that one yet🤣

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

@@Dredster747😂 originally I thought this was a comment to that before I looked twice. We will chalk it up to “great minds”

[@optimuscrime608]

That kuiu sticks out like a sore thumb

[@WeekendWoodsmen]

in open timber, a little bit but the back drop here in this location is pines so it isn't as bad as it seems with what's in front!