How to Build a Hunting Box Blind

A hunting box blind is a small, enclosed, rectangular room that can be elevated in a stand or left on the ground. It is used by hunters to provide thorough camouflage and comfort. Box blinds are easy to set up and are commonly used by amateur and expert hunters alike. If the stillness and discomfort of hunting is what discourages you from frequenting the grounds, a box blind may be exactly what you need.

Things You'll Need

• Blueprints
• Space

Instructions

1. Decide whether you want to build your box blind on the ground or in an elevated position. The ground is safer and easier, but an elevated blind can afford opportunities you might otherwise miss.

2. Choose whether you want to build a platform in a tree or construct your own stands if you want an elevated blind. Building in a tree may be sturdier, but you may not have as much space. If you can't decide which to act on, consult your peers or hunting publications for advice.

3. Pick a spot to set up your hunting box blind. Be sure to choose dry, level ground and a place where the blind can be camouflaged.

4. Think about how much of the labor you want to do yourself. You can draw your own plans and build the whole thing from scratch, buy blueprints and build it from them, or assemble a pre-built kit.

5. Get or make building plans before you start building your blind. Like any construction project, you should plan carefully before you build. Especially in an elevated box blind, you will be high enough above the ground that its shoddy construction could endanger you.

Tips & Warnings

• If you think you'll use your blind several times in the course of a season or even over several years, you may not want to assemble a flimsier model from a kit. Go for quality over price.

• If you decide to purchase a pre-built blind kit, consider pooling resources with a friend. Bigger blinds are more expensive, but it can be significantly more comfortable and cost efficient to split the cost of a larger version. When thinking about size, consider not just how big it is, but also how it will feel to be in it for hours.

• Build with care. Faulty construction can cause injury to anyone involved. Taking the time to construct your box blind correctly will likely yield a more enjoyable experience.