How high should you hang a deer feeder?

if your going with the pulley /winch idea with a hanging one id say anywhere from 6 to 8 feet is plenty. i know my feeders serve to keep deer in my hunting areas since i have no crops near by.

What angle are deer feeder legs?

You’r basically measuring a 6 on 12 pitch…..which is 22.5 degrees. Simplest way to do it is figure out where the top of your leg “sleeve” is going to mount to the feeder.

How do you hog proof deer feeder?

Use 3-foot-high mesh fencing or, preferably, 4-foot-high hog wire and T-posts to build a fence to encircle your spin feeders or mineral sites. The enclosure should be at least 40 feet across with the feeder in the center. Posts should be no more than 8 feet apart.

How long does it take deer to get used to a feeder?

This process typically takes at least two or three weeks. You have to be diligent during this transition period to see how the herd is reacting to the new food source.

How high up can a deer reach?

They eat the bark of young trees, as well as any twigs, buds, acorns and berries they can reach. White-tailed deer, which are extremely common in Chicago’s suburbs and outlying neighborhoods, can jump a 6-foot fence. Standing on their hind legs, they can reach 7 feet high to browse in trees.

What time should I set my deer feeder?

Best Times to Set Your Deer Feeder

• In a wide field, you may see better results by running the feeder closer to sunrise and sunset. Deer tend to like open areas more at those times.
• Next to tree cover, you may get deer using it for longer periods, since they are more comfortable next to the woods.

How big are the legs of a deer feeder?

Texas Hunter Wildlife & Deer Feeder w/ 8-Foot Heavy-Duty Extension Legs – 650 lb. Corn Capacity – Model TF650L8 … . Usually ships within 6 to 10 days. . . . .

How do you hook up a deer feeder?

Connect via Bluetooth 5.0 Check how much feed remains in the feeder using the American Hunter APP IP53 rated Antenna version for use with metal hoppers .. Holds up to 400 lbs. per set of 3 brackets Complete with back plate and bolts 7/8” square tube legs bent to proper angle for mounting 8’ legs to a 55 gallon drum Set of 3 ..

What kind of steel is used in feed deer feeders?

* Hopper and motor bay is sprayed with Rubberized undercoating to prevent moisture and dirt from contaminating feed and protecting electronics. * Heavy duty, high-end galvanized steel is used throughout the feeder and wide-stance, super strong welded square tubing legs with predrilled welded foot pads are used to stake the unit down.

How does a boss Buck Deer feeder work?

The Boss Buck Non-Typical foot design is completely unique! The feet are designed to accept a T-Post through the center of the foot. The feet are large square steel plates. Each foot has a large nut welded to it and a bolt that when tightened secures the feeder to the T-Post.