Archery & Equipment
Place trail cameras on access trails, scrape lines, water sources, and pinch points — not deep in bedding. The goal is to gather information without disturbing deer. Cellular cameras minimize stand disturbance because you don't have to retrieve cards. SD-card cameras are cheaper but require visits that pressure deer.
Camera height: 36-48 inches above ground. Angle slightly downward. Avoid pointing east-west to prevent sun-glare false triggers. Run cameras year-round if possible — summer patterns inform fall stand placement.
Pair camera data with state rut date pages and current mast reports for context on what your photos mean.
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