Are mock scrapes effective?

Are mock scrapes effective?

But if you create the mock scrape with care and choose proper placement and timing, mock scrapes can be highly effective. The process for making these mock scrapes is very simple; make a mock scrape where Mr. Big would really naturally make a mock scrape and be as unobtrusive as possible.

Does peeing in a mock scrape work?

The urination tactic is effective in prompting bucks to approach the scrapes, smell the ground and feverishly re-work them. Although urinating in a scrape might sound a bit over the top to some hunters, trust me, it’s a cheap and effective way of outsmarting white-tailed bucks.

What scent is best for mock scrape?

To really sweeten the pot, so to speak, you can fool their nose using their own scent to simulate a scenario you choose. Using deer scents on mock scrapes will prime your mock scrapes for deer activity and encourage other deer to use them.

When should I start my mock scrape?

Start Early – Most folks set their mock scrapes up just before the season and wonder why they’re not as effective as they’d hoped. While deer typically only scrape in the fall, they will use licking branches year round. Set yours well ahead of hunting season to give deer ample time to find it and start using it.

Should I put doe urine in a scrape?

Deer are attracted to the smell of soil as is, but if you want to up the attraction factor, pour some buck or doe urine, or scrape starter into it. This will create an exceptional trail camera site, as bucks will continue to check the scrape every time they pass by or are in the area.

Does human urine attract deer?

“But it’s unlikely deer associate human urine with humans, unless a human leaves their scent behind along with the urine.” Miller agrees. “Deer aren’t genetically programmed to be able to identify human urine.

Should you put doe pee in a scrape?

Do mock scrapes attract deer?

A mock scrape is simply a scrape that you create to attract bucks to. It can be used to get trail camera images of bucks in the area or it can be carefully placed in a hunting location to help draw that buck into your shooting lane for a shot.

How far apart should mock scrapes be?

I like to space my mock scrapes no closer than 30 yds apart. I make my mock scrapes about the same size as a natural scrape so it looks natural.

Do bucks check scrapes daily?

Hunting Over A Fresh Scrape Many different studies have shown that bucks rarely visit a scrape during the hours of daylight. If you expect a mature buck to visit a scrape you are hunting over, the scrape should be located within or near the heavy form of daytime security cover that a buck calls home.