The cooler temperatures we have been experiencing the last few days has been great, not to mention that it let’s me know that deer season is not far away. Trudging through the days, daydreaming about deer season is misery.
But, before all the hunting can begin we must do our homework. This means getting food plots ready to go, cleaning out the shooting houses, cutting limbs away from the ladder stands and any other work that comes along with deer season.
Speaking of food plots, I am currently preparing green fields for the upcoming season (I hope it rains soon). It all started back in July when I took soil samples from the various fields I wanted to plant. I got the sample boxes and paperwork from my local extension office and after I collected the samples, I sent them off to Auburn to have reviewed and analyzed.
I received the soil sample tests back about 5 days later and know what the pH levels are for each field and exactly how much lime and fertilizer I need to apply. This early work will also insure that your green fields will turn out great. You don’t want to invest a lot of time, diesel fuel, wear and tear on your tractor, seed and fertilizer if you have not done your homework.
I hope your deer hunting adventures go very well this season, it won’t be long. Please be mindful to be careful, you have people who care about you. Until next time, God bless.
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