Thread: Where Will The Deer Be?

Right, I've taken it easy for over a day now and it is driving me nuts. So busted up and all I'm off for a wander with @TimeRider to see if we can find something. Now being new to this deer hunting a quick idea on where they're likely to be at this time of year, up high, down low, in between, everywhere? Will probably scout around for some green grassy patches. Sound about right?

Saw a decent number this morning, spread between 750 and 950m ASL. Lovely summer coats right now. Up in the sun as it hits the high faces..

where the tucker is.....which can be deceiving as long grasses can go a bit rank and the animals always prefer new growth.
If I was to go for a hunt now I would be looking at the bush/tussock margin/gullyheads on the more south facing bits at first and last light.
Not to say they wont be in the river flats but most will be up higher I would think.

Pfft. Another I dont want your spot X, but......

But since you appear to be a helpful joker on here, you should get a couple of hotspots. I can't help you but someone will.
I saw another couple on the road last night, so they're still snooping around, but that's no help either sorry.

Originally Posted by oraki

Pfft. Another I dont want your spot X, but......

But since you appear to be a helpful joker on here, you should get a couple of hotspots. I can't help you but someone will.
I saw another couple on the road last night, so they're still snooping around, but that's no help either sorry.

I'm not after hotspots. That would be like knowing what you're getting for Xmas. Just want an idea of what terrain they're likely to be found in this time of year.

On a side note: Anyone know if the rib can get unhooked/broken/something in your back, coz it sure feels like it is hurting there as well as the break in the side?

I dislodged/inflamed the rib/spine cartilage joint bit. Literally could not breath/walk/move as it constantly spasms. That would as 7 years ago and now it gets inflamed pretty easy and is an all round shit time

Originally Posted by PerazziSC3

I dislodged/inflamed the rib/spine cartilage joint bit. Literally could not breath/walk/move as it constantly spasms. That would as 7 years ago and now it gets inflamed pretty easy and is an all round shit time

Not being able to breath is not good for your general well being.

Originally Posted by gadgetman

I'm not after hotspots. That would be like knowing what you're getting for Xmas. Just want an idea of what terrain they're likely to be found in this time of year.

On a side note: Anyone know if the rib can get unhooked/broken/something in your back, coz it sure feels like it is hurting there as well as the break in the side?

If you have broken ribs it is quite likely you have stretched/torn the muscles that tie them together also which can be nearly as painful as the breaks.

The good news is there is nothing you can do for it.

But be thankful you have not split your sternum, been there and would not wish it on anyone.

VC is right, nothing you can do for ribs other than applying a heat pack / wheat bag on a regular basis. Been there done that. I busted mine a couple of times with rugby & motocross, think I'd rather break an arm than ribs.

Animals will be moving up the hill with the fresh growth. Good luck.

Originally Posted by veitnamcam

If you have broken ribs it is quite likely you have stretched/torn the muscles that tie them together also which can be nearly as painful as the breaks.

The good news is there is nothing you can do for it.

But be thankful you have not split your sternum, been there and would not wish it on anyone.

Excellent, that makes sense. It feels a hell of a lot better walking round than sitting or trying to sleep where there is pressure on the ribs so should be good to go.

You won't find any mate .... they're all in my freezer.

Good luck with the rib. I broke all mine on the right a couple of years ago and its a bitch !

Thanks fellas. That tells me where I should look.

Reckon it would be good to get TimeRider to carry her rifle. I think that she earned the privilege at the @Toby shoot.

Originally Posted by Shearer

Not being able to breath is not good for your general well being.

I can confirm this. They taught me that in medic school.

Not sure on what part ofbthe country you are at. But they are where you find them. No hard fast rules. Start low. Move high. Slow when there is sign.

Hamish

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