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Top 8 Questions about Hunting Ponds
Deer absolutely need water, and while they can satisfy a lot of their needs for moisture by consuming juicy plants
Managing Midges in Your Hunting Pond
Any serious wildlife conservationist, rancher or hunter is aware of the deadly EHD (epizootic hemorrhagic disease)
Algae in Your Hunting Pond
It’s easy to think of a constructed deer pond as essentially a bathtub full of water that will remain clear and pristine
Stewards of the Land
People in many industrialized countries, and especially we, as Americans, have historically viewed natural resources as commodities
Building a Hunting Pond: Finishing Touches
Your goal is to have a dependable supply of water that can be maintained year-round so that resident deer have no need to move on
Building a Hunting Pond: Preparations
The location and particular characteristics of your hunting pond will dictate how well it is used by deer, particularly those elusive mature bucks.
What Makes an Ideal Deer Pond?
Deer, even mature bucks, don’t show any real preference between natural or constructed ponds.
Building a Hunting Pond - What Deer Need
Traditionally, land enhancement practices to attract deer have focused on food sources and food plots
Building a Hunting Pond: Just Add Water
Are you an outdoorsman, a nature enthusiast, or a homesteader intent on supplying your own food?
Habitat Improvements to Attract Mature Bucks
Mature bucks are a different animal than your average doe or even young buck.