I need help on reading this topo or map of where to hunt. I've been hunting here for the last two years, and I occasionally see deer, but i'm just not sure where I should put my stand next. http://mapper.acme.com/?ll=39.18389,-81.60690&z=16&t=S thanks.
Sure! First switch to the terrain feature and look for draws that open into feeding area or water. Then map trails, put trail cams on them and keep track of which way the prevailing wind blows! After you have done all this you will "Know" the property and what animals are traveling which trails at what time. Then you can put up your treestands to take advantage of the wind. I tried the Hybred feature and it looks like there are alot of roads in here. Is this a subdivision? What property in particular are you hunting?
First of all it would be hard for someone who never stepped foot on the property to give you some accurate advise. Your best bet since you have hunted there for a few years is to look for funnels. Nothing beats feet on the ground along with a topo and/or photo. You also don't have a specific location marked either that I see. Time in the woods is the key used along with tools like this. None of us know what type of crop land exists around there either. This is where you have to investigate and learn. I'm not trying to be rude, but this is way to vague for someone to really help you. Like I said in an area like this look for some good funnels. Also, you know what has changed on the ground...A new house, area that has been burned, area that has been logged, private property boundries etc...we do not know these things and maps do not keep current with these types of changes like this.
