[TripleCreek]

I don't spend a lot of money on scent control items. I do wash my clothes in a scent control detergent. I always shower or wash up prior to going to my stand. I dont wear my hunting clothes in the cabin I remove them and put in a foot locker with baking soda once I get back in. I a m fortunate to have my own property and have a lot of blinds and stands scattered across the property. Always try to play the wind. It does shift I know but hunting the right winds is a huge factor. With all that said busting deer out on the way to your hunting spot is probably one of the biggest issues for hunters. I spent a lot of money on scent control as a younger man. I tried it all including skunk scent, fox scent, various scent sprays, carbon infused clothing, high dollar Scent Lock clothing you name it. Nothing will work if the wind beats you. I am sure getting as high up as possible helps but if the thermals are wrong you are screwed. None of the ladder stands on my property are more than 14ft high. My permanent blinds are 8ft high. I have started using platforms for popup blinds set at 6ft high. They all work great providing I play the wind. Below is a picture of a doe and fawn in I had in a plot Tues evening. The doe fed right in front of my popup platform for at least 10 mins at 15yds. She would look at the blind and tried her best to scent me, but wind was right in my face. Admitally she was a bit nervous, but kept feeding. From an Old Fart with over 65 years of deer hunting under my belt, my best advice is to play the wind best as you can. Make sure you have a good plan to access your stands. I am sure some of the new stuff on the market helps with scent control, but all I am saying is you are not gonna beat a deers nose if wind us wrong or thermals beat you. Older does are masters at picking up human scent. Rut crazed bucks could give a crap less. They have one thing on their mind. Good luck to everyone this season. Hope everyone has a safe and successful hunting season. Have fun!