WATER HOLE STRATEGIES
May 23, 2022 | FOOD PLOT, DRIVEN TV, WATER HOLE
By Pat Reeve, Driven TV
Does your deer hunting property lack an adequate water source to support your deer herd? When people think of whitetail land management, their minds go straight to food plots; but water holes and placement will play just as big of a role as a food source. Learn from industry pro Pat Reeve as he teaches whitetail biology, how to build your water source, and water hole placement to maximize your success this season.
Does your deer hunting property lack an adequate water source to support your deer herd? When people think of whitetail land management, their minds go straight to food plots; but water holes and placement will play just as big of a role as a food source. Learn from industry pro Pat Reeve as he teaches whitetail biology, how to build your water source, and water hole placement to maximize your success this season.
UNDERSTANDING WHITETAIL WATER INTAKE
Whitetails need at least 2-3 gallons per 100lbs of body weight per day. Deer in the Midwest that weigh up to 200lbs will need to drink nearly 6 gallons of water per day.
MAXIMIZING OPPORTUNITIES
Water holes and food plots paired with strategic stand locations will increase the chances that your target buck will come within range.
WATER HOLE CONSTRUCTION
Dig out a bowl-shaped hole 5' deep in the center. Once the hole is dug, place a liner over the hole to ensure it holds water. Once the liner is down and secure, cover with clean dirt that was removed from the hole to give the water hole a natural look for the deer.
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UNDERSTANDING WHITETAIL WATER INTAKE
Whitetails need at least 2-3 gallons per 100lbs of body weight per day. Deer in the Midwest that weigh up to 200lbs will need to drink nearly 6 gallons of water per day.
MAXIMIZING OPPORTUNITIES
Water holes and food plots paired with strategic stand locations will increase the chances that your target buck will come within range.
WATER HOLE CONSTRUCTION
Dig out a bowl-shaped hole 5' deep in the center. Once the hole is dug, place a liner over the hole to ensure it holds water. Once the liner is down and secure, cover with clean dirt that was removed from the hole to give the water hole a natural look for the deer.