[at-l] Grunters, Bucks and Does

["Sam Teel" <steel@sfwmd.gov>]

Datto,

Now you do know that these deer "grunters" work only on bucks, right?  And
that  the "grunt" tells other bucks "I'm the biggest, badest buck around and I
can take care of a doe better than anyone!  Wanna fight?"  If all that is
agreeable, you might consider some of the buck musk sent spray to really get
them going.  Although, I think some hikers might have some of that going
naturally after a few days on the trail.  Perhaps I have it all wrong and the
"grunter" makes a sound like a doe who is looking for a buck.  Either way, you
might want to consider what the buck wants to do when he finds you ;)

Sam



> Hey Datto,
>
> I don't think your deer whistles are going to work in either position  but
> you can usually pick up a pretty decent "grunter" at the nearest Wally
> World for under $10 which will work like a charm (deer charm, that is).  My
> personal preference is for the handheld variety, but hey, I'm sure with a
> little ingenuity and another rainy Sat. you'll be able to mount it on your
> pack.
>
> Enjoy.
>
> Chris
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