The sides of the trough should be around 24 inches off the ground to allow fawns to access the feeder. The dimensions of the trough pictured are about 2ft wide and 5ft long. This will easily hold an average of 200lbs of feed.
How many deer feeders should you have per acre?
Place your feeders along frequently used runways or trails and be sure to have enough so that deer do not have to travel more than ½ to ¾ of a mile to a feeder. A good rule of thumb is to provide one feeder per 300-400 acres. Never hunt in a feeding area.
What do deer like better than corn?
Alfalfa bales are another commonly used feed for deer. They are a much better option than corn or hay. Alfalfa is easily digestible but will not come cheap. It has a high protein content of 15-20%, depending on the cut.
How long should my deer feeder run?
Start with a shorter feed-dispense time of around five seconds. You can gradually increase this as the deer get used to it and more deer begin feeding at it. Once that happens, there are two common options to consider: Dispense feed once early in the morning and once in the afternoon for a few seconds each time.
How much corn will a PVC feeder hold?
These feeders will hold 35 – 40 pounds of corn protected from the weather, and deer will have no problem feeding right out of the wye.
Can you have too many deer feeders?
Registered. First in some respects your buddy is correct, there is no such thing as too many feeders. The deer will only eat what they want or need.
How do you build a deer feeder?
Begin building a deer feeder by gathering the materials for the project. You will need a five gallon bucket, zip ties, PVC piping, and tools such as a saw, drill, permanent marker, measuring tape or ruler, and knife. Place the bucket on a flat surface and with the marker draw a line seven to eight inches from the bottom.
How do you drill a hole in a deer feeder?
Drill pilot holes through the side components and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the 22 1/2″ components. Make sure the corners are right-angled. Continue the project by attaching the 4×4 legs to the frame of the deer feeder.
How do you secure a deer feeder to a tree?
Choose a tree that is in a clearing, at least a few feet from the busiest parts of your yard. If you have a dog that runs in a fenced-in area, put the feeder outside of this area because the dog will scare off the deer. You can secure the feeder to your chosen tree with a few of the zip ties used for the project.
How do you attach cleats to a deer feeder?
Dig 20″ deep holes and secure the legs into the ground properly. Continue the project by attaching the 2×2 cleats to the interior of the frame. Drill pilot holes through the cleats and insert 2 1/2″ screws into the frame of the deer feeder.
