How to Feed Mineral Blocks to a Deer
Feeding mineral or salt blocks to a deer---a process often referred to as "deer baiting"---can be done for either recreation or hunting. There are a few things to keep in mind if you plain on attracting deer with mineral blocks, including distance, placement and legal issues.
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Instructions
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Find out if deer baiting is legal in your area. It is illegal in many countries and states.
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Find a tree stump that is located in a somewhat secluded area. Most deer will not go to mineral blocks placed too close to a road or a cabin.
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Place a mineral block on the tree stump. Make sure it is positioned so that it will not fall off.
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Chip off small pieces from the block and scatter them around the area. This will help draw deer to the spot.
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Keep your distance. Many deer will not go to the mineral block if they know a human is nearby.
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Tips & Warnings
If you want to observe deer from your house or cabin, find a stump that is distant from the cabin but free from trees that would block your view. Watch the deer from your porch or window.
