How I Do Mock Scrapes, Scents & Licking Branches
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- How I Do Mock Scrapes, Scents & Licking Branches
Everything you need to know about mock scrapes, which I consider the best inventory tool for deer. How and when to do it and which scents and licking branches. I discuss what has worked best for me over the years. It's an exciting time to be getting things ready for the quickly approaching season.
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00:00 Mock Scrape Intro and Timing
01:27 Location Tips
02:45 Useful Tools
03:58 Best Scent Options
06:14 Licking Branch Options
07:35 How to Set Up a Mock Scrape
I've started making vine mock scrapes here in central north Carolina for past few years and I've found here in south the mature bucks will only visitmy vine mock scrapes in cover and not as much daylight activity on field edges/ woodlines where they feel vulnerable...
Hey Jared, Awesome Video. Give BuckStik Products a look. They are a great option for a quick and easy alternative to a DIY Mock Scrape. I see you use Smokeys... Great Stuff! We also offer a 3 pack of Pure Gland secretions so you can communicate with whitetails/mule deer how they expect to communicate. I.e. Preorbital elevated off the ground. Forehead gland in the rubbing area. and Interdigital on the ground. Again well done video!
Jared, I never use scent. I always set my mock licking branch at an intersection or over a well used path. I have noticed if you go the vine route , use a live vine and keep a few leaves on it. Only scent I use is urine. Its controversial but urinate on the scrape. With in days I get mature bucks hitting the vine. I have hundreds of videos to show it works. Once I started using video on my cameras its been a game changer!!
Thank you. In MN, snow accumulation can lower branches, even without leaves.
Quick tip on your zip tie bag… instead of partially opening the top and the ties spilling out in your pack, with a fresh package of ties take your knife and cut a small lateral incision in the front of the bag. When you need a tie, stick your paw in there and pinch you one out the bag. Just as quick - none of the mess!
From a left coast guy chasing Blacktails and Muley’s, this is so cool….👊🏻🏹
👊 Thanks for watching!
Right now with limited time, got on CZcams to watch one short video of something different but first thing I see is this video. Time to use my limited time wisely and watch this real quick the other video can wait 🤣 let’s go!!!!
Haha! Love it. Thanks for the time!!
Prolly a lil too late to start now huh? Like 2 weeks ago would’ve been prime wouldn’t it?
In my area of North Dakota we don’t have many Bur Oaks that said I will hang more vine limbs but I have in the past brought back cut oak branches to establish mock scrapes near my tree stand locations.
My problem is hunting on mostly public land anytime you sweeten up an location trl cam, mock scrape, watering holes and minerals. People notice and move in or steal cameras.
Thanks for sharing, Jared. I watched your video, picked up some Scrape Fix, and made two mock scrapes along a couple of my travel routes and transition areas. I only have a camera on one of the scrapes but checked the camera last night after having it out for about 5 days. I couldn't believe the number of deer that came and checked it out. Does included. I have several different bucks that left their scent on the overhanging branch. This is the first year that I have experimented with mock scrapes, but I am sold!! Thanks again!!
Thank you Jared! 🙏🏻👊🏻🏹🦌
For sure, thanks for watching!
Jared, my interest got peeked last year when I saw someone hang some hemp rope. This January I hung a few on two of my permission farms, without scents, and wanted to see how well they performed for an entire year. So far, the results have been pretty impressive. I have one more permission farm to do some season prep on this afternoon. I will be trying your method on that farm in a couple locations. Thanks for the tips and I look forward to seeing what you accomplish this season. Hunt safe and God bless!
Nice video - thanks for posting.
Great instructional video. Can’t wait to see updates on what is visiting your scrapes!
Thanks!
Good stuff Jared. I have always used heavy vines on all my mock scrapes because they last forever and the extra heft gives them something to rub against. If people aren't putting out mock scrapes, they are really missing out on a great way to inventory their herd.
Makes sense, I could see that working well too. Thanks for the input!
That's what I use, natural vine, and I take tie wire and tie it in the middle and let the vine come down both sides of the branch so there's 2 they can play with, these things are cool to watch all the locals hit it, I have fawns and does wear them out right now, it's neat watching a fawn barley out of spots work a lick out of natural instinct, I have a spot I keep and deer come back to it every yr and they will maintain it, I could not count the different deer that use it
Awesome!! thanks
No problem!
I did this exact thing 2 weeks ago an starting making mock scrapes early like this for last 3 years now it definitely helps get an inventory of the bucks in the area through early part of the season an can be a great stand site to kill a big buck early great video kinda bitter sweet though I know not many people did this tactic early and my little secret might not be a secret in my area lol
Haha I hear ya. It's kind of like food plots. I love helping guys out with what to plant and everything else, but I still kind of hope my neighbor isn't doing what I'm doing ha
Good info! I like the cross feature input.
Thanks Russ!
Exactly the video I was looking for
Perfect!
That was the best mock scrape video !
Good job man 👍🏼🇺🇸🦌
Thanks Bow Man!
Great tips Jared. The small V in the branch is a great small tip that I have definitely overlooked. That will certainly hold the licking branch much better... Oh and BTW, I'm still using Smokey's ;)
Haha, it's good stuff! Hope all is well.
I use code blue synthetic periorbital gland scent myself. I found using gloves {heavy hunted area} and a 3 tine rake {to clear ground in a 3-4 foot circle} work wonders for me. thanks Jared for the info.
I think I've tried that one and had good results with it too. Good tips. Thanks for watching.
+1 for Code Blue
You can't make a mock scrape without the plastic deer hoof.
This is a great video, Jared. I'm going to try a few mock scrapes this year and see how they perform on these weird Oklahoma deer. It's crazy how few scrapes I find in my areas that I hunt.
That's interesting. Keep me posted on what you find out, it'd be cool to know what happens.
I sure will. It'll be a fun little experiment.@@jaredmills
Great information Jared, looking forward to the next videos (and of course the hunting season).
It will be here soon!
I just pee in the scrape. Never did it b4 last season. The first night my 7.5yr old target buck used it.
That's pretty cool. Yeah I don't think they're bothered by that at all.
That's cool ,
good content keep it simple. I my self am a minimalist when it comes to deer hunting (k.i.s.s.) always in the back of my mind.
I like it. Always a good reminder.
Can’t wait to see you hunt your farm this year Jared!!!!
Surprised to see you take off that many leaves. I’ve always left those as I thought it helped them beeline to it sooner.
Yeah it possibly could, I'm not sure, but I just want less to blow around in front of my camera usually. Sometimes I'll leave a few leaves on there though, especially if they're more dried up and smaller.
Cool video, Jared. Interesting opinion about the oak vs vine licking branch. Helps me a ton as my area is pretty vine poor! I will probably throw some of these up on Friday when I make my rounds.
Good luck and let me know how it goes!
Great information Jared! Good luck this fall!
Thanks man, you as well!
Awsome video Jared! 100% on Oak branches tried both vines and Oak last year and the Oak mock scrapes were on fire for me compared to the vine scrapes.
Thanks man! That's where I'm at too, but still utilize both depending on the spot.
I used both also and had activity at both but the Oak branches I used were consistently hit compared to the vines. Keep the videos comming love the tips and Goodluck this year from NC.
With vines the fresher it is ( not dried up) they seem to like . Diameter 1/2 - 1” Very informative vid.
Yeah I've seen that too, especially on new scrapes. The old vines seem to work fine if they've been there for and are established but I agree on the fresh ones. Thanks for watching!
This is exactly what I’ve been doing for a # of years. Spot on. I agree with ya my first choice is a white oak branch then a Vine.
Make that branch stick out like a sore thumb.
As far as scent I just pee in the scraps and call it good.
Good stuff! Thanks for watching!
Vanilla works great as well. Just something to get them started and they'll take it from there.
Thanks for the suggestion, I haven't tried that yet either.
I think I've tried everything in the book over the years.....but saying that...just ordered some ScrapeFix 😆
Haha! Love it. @@scotty6027
Nice video, good subject.
I always like to see what other people are doing. One thing that I found is that zip ties don’t last because they get brittle very quickly with the sunlight. Just a thought, I use 550 cord and it holds for years.
Yeah that makes sense. Maybe why I've had better luck with the rubber wire. Thanks for the tip!
Use UV resistant zip ties.
It's something I've been trying out a bit more seriously, and its quite interesting to watch deer come check them out. Have you notice activity changing if the licking branch dries up ?
Thanks for making the video Jared. I just ordered some Scrape fix, going to give it a try.
Awesome video, Jared. I’ve had a ton of success with mock scrapes here in Kentucky. I was wondering if you’ll be doing a hitlist video? That was and always will be my favorite videos that Midwest whitetail posts. Excited for this season and watching for your videos along the way.
Thanks man! I will try to share some of the bucks that I'll be chasing. Still waiting for some to hopefully show up. Showing everything on here can sometimes be a challenge due to the resulting increase in locals trying to move in but I also know it's part of it and the more I can share, the more interesting it is to follow. So I'll have some hit list info coming soon!
Problem with real options is the spread CWD. Mixing up different fluids from different regions can cause problems. Urine the biggest spreader. Synthetic is ok, ironically the best is is your own urine. MSU has done research with it and showed deer don’t really know the difference, I’ve tried on several scrapes over years and mature deer activity goes nuts especially in early October. Licking branches is oak branches and a cedar branch. A pine branch will do also.
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Jared great video! 2 Dumb Ass approved
I've had real good luck with the black widow pre orbital gland and there other scents
Good to know, I think that might be one that I haven't tried before. Thanks for sharing.
Can you give ol Ted miller’s horizontal rub a try
Surprised you don’t wear rubber gloves
Can always tell a good hunter by some of his tactics. This is almost exactly what I’ll do to a T for my mock scrapes. Only difference is I’ll typically not touch the tips of the licking end of the branch. But I’m also from PA where you have to be more finesse. In illinois I’ll just slap up my licking branch. Deer don’t care near as much in the Midwest.
Thanks Tim. I agree with you, I try not to touch the ends either, whether it matters or not. Filming a video and thinking about what to say the whole time probably had me being a little more sloppy with that compared to usual! Thanks for watching
@@jaredmills as i was typing, that was in my mind the whole time. I figured there was a solid chance you were focused on the video. Anyways, you have a great season brother! Love your content! Can’t wait to see some hunting!
@jaredmills Really enjoy these vids over Midwest whitetail..after Bill leaving, and Caleb and Taylor Byers moving on, it seemed just a matter of time before other hunters would make their way.. curious to know why midwest whitetail has made you decide to go on your own? are you willing to share that story? i know many people are curious
good luck on the upcoming season!
Thanks Jeremy, I appreciate it. I've talked about it a little but ultimately it was the career/business side of it that made me want to move on. I felt my best chance of building a career and enjoying my job was to work towards creating a position that I have control of and can grow from. A big benefit from that was that I've gotten back to truly enjoying hunting and everything that comes with it. It's amazing how our jobs can have such an impact on every aspect of life and we may not realize it. But that's probably the best way to sum it up, just a career change at the end of the day. Good luck to you as well and thank you for the support!
Thanks so much for the feedback! I completely understand where youre coming from.. ive been a waterfowl/turkey guide for a lot of years, and after spring turkeys this year, I started to realize the same thing. I miss actually enjoying the hunts, so I took the season off from waterfowl, and going to focus on my own hunting for a change. cheers!@@jaredmills
Great video jared. How many mock scrapes should a guy put out on say 50 acres. And do you hunt over these scrapes
Thanks man. That's tough to say without knowing a little more about the property and makeup, but I wouldn't be afraid to put out at least 6 or more if you can. I wouldn't say I specifically pick spots to hunt based on scrapes, that's more based on deer movement, but I do really like to have a scrape within bow range if possible. It increases the opportunity of getting a shot and for me specifically as a self-filmer, it can give me the time I need to get things set.
@@jaredmills thanks for taking the time to answer my question. That means alot to me. Good luck this season and keep bringing the content. Always looking for your next upload. Oh and i just bought some scrape fix.
So if you use natural scent for a deer farm that possibly had cwd would you have just infected your property just wondering
What’s your thoughts on hemp rope? I’ve never used it but I’ve herd good things about, and I was gonna try it this year
I've used normal rope with decent results but having tried hemp yet. I know guys seem to be having success with it. Let me know how it goes if you try it!
Have you had any luck using posts for scrapes? If so how have you done them?
The only time I really use posts are out away from the edge, like in a field or plot. I haven't had as much luck using something like a T-post, but wooden posts have worked for me. Typically I just push them in the ground with a tract bucket or use a post hole digger. Then I use like a 1" bit to drill a hole for the licking branch. I'll usually place the branch through the hole and add a wood screw or two to secure it.
@@jaredmills gonna try one again this year didn’t have much luck with it wind also had it’s way with the post so gonna give it another shot! Thank you!
Deer farming....
He went to Jared's..
Do you find field edges and corners do better this time of the year or deep in the woods?
Good question. I'm not 100% sure but I would say field edges/corners for me. I think the cover becomes more important as the season goes on though.
Does it .ake a difference if you leave the leaves on the licking branch?
I don't think it makes too big of a difference. For me, this time of year when the leaves are still full and big, I tend to get more false camera triggers on windy days with all the leaves blowing around so I like to trim it up.
What's that silver cable plugged into the camera? Cell booster or external battery? Looks sturdy
Hey Brandon- it's an external battery, it's the 12V version from HME. And yeah, that cable is nice, definitely chew proof!
New to this so it may be a dumb question but if you have an oak branch at right level is there any reason to attach one?
Not a dumb question. If it's vertical and at the right height, you can certainly use it. I would recommend removing any other branches around it though so it really sticks out on it's own. Good luck!
Thank you
Have you ever used your own urine to start the scrapes ?
I don't typically do that but I also don't think it bothers them at all.
@@jaredmills so scrape fix is what you use? Do see good results in the rut as well.?
Btw that ditch hunt in Iowa was a cool hunt and good way to stay outta sight and quiet approach in no ground scent hopefully that spot produces again.
I was hoping you might weigh in on peeing in the scrape..... lol, that always seems to get people to chime in with their opinion!
Haha, to be honest I didn't even think about mentioning it, but you're right, that's probably more debatable than the scent or type of branch!
I have always whizzed in scrapes, not sure if it helps but I don't think it hurts either. I always pee out of my stand on the ground too and don't worry about it.
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U want ur best scent, pee in ur scrape. U don't need scent for lickin branch.
You da man....
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Do u take the bark off the bottom of the vine? I did last yr and they seemed to like the smoothness better. I havent been buying scent i been using my own brew
I haven't tried that, maybe I'll give it a shot on a few this year.
Wondered where he went to on Midwest whitetail, got his own channel now I see, good for you buddy 👍🏻
I’m out on this commercial.. synthetic lmao . What ever dude if the vine ain’t in a travel way smacking them in the face it don’t work anyway. No scent needed. I’m out good luck with your commercials
Commercial? I have no relationship with either ScrapeFix or Smokey's scents, just providing options that have worked for me over the years. And I agree, location is number one, as I said, but the scents definitely help them get started compared to no scents. Good luck to you too.
In my area of North Dakota we don’t have many Bur Oaks that said I will hang more vine limbs but I have in the past brought back cut oak branches to establish mock scrapes near my tree stand locations.
My problem is hunting on mostly public land anytime you sweeten up an location trl cam, mock scrape, watering holes and minerals. People notice and move in or steal cameras.
In my area of North Dakota we don’t have many Bur Oaks that said I will hang more vine limbs but I have in the past brought back cut oak branches to establish mock scrapes near my tree stand locations.
My problem is hunting on mostly public land anytime you sweeten up an location trl cam, mock scrape, watering holes and minerals. People notice and move in or steal cameras.