Not Being Aware Of Your Surroundings
You’ve found your target. You’re fixated on every moment it makes. But be careful, you might be missing the bigger picture.
By focusing solely on your target, you might miss the rest of the hurd. Why is this a problem? If you don’t see a non-target animal, and it sees you, say goodbye to your prized mark. Once one spots you, the herd will disperse and ruin your trip.
Always keep an eye on what the rest of the herd is doing because they might be keeping an eye on you.
Not Using A Mixture Of Range
While some hunters rely on long range glassing, others swear by close range glassing. The truth is each approach comes with it pros and cons.
Close range scoping is great for antler identification and finding hidden prey, but your chances of being spotted increase dramatically.
Long range scoping is great for collecting data and planning a strategy of attack, but you can miss game that is concealed by trees or rocks.
The best way to get the most of your trip is to find a happy medium between the two so you can learn as much as possible.