It is easy to spend a lot of money on deer hunting.
With more products coming out each year that promises to help bag that big buck it is getting hard not to spend a few hundred dollars.
For those on a tight budget, here are a few things to help lower the cost.
For hunters looking for a good deer rifle, the price tags can become overwhelming.
They are expensive for sure but good used guns for the most part are not as bad.
Unless it is a hard to find model or caliber, used guns are generally cheaper but can be in very good condition.
When considering a used gun always shoot it if possible before purchase.
Some shops can accommodate this.
Also check into a caliber with high power but with the least pricey cartridges.
Used bows can also save money without skimping on quality.
Hunting clothes are another big expense.
Sure, clothes with built in scent blockers are great, but scent eliminating spray will do the same thing on regular clothing and it is cheaper.
Concentrate on warm clothes in cooler climates.
Only the outer layer has to be camouflage.
If hunting in an enclosed stand it is even less important.
Do not be shy of sales racks in stores and stock up for next year when season goes out and prices come down.
Good black or brown boots are almost as good as camouflage boots in an open stand if they are on sale.
Probably the biggest expense for any hunter is securing land.
Many hunting clubs exist for this reason.
Several hunters join a club and split the costs for paying lease or payments on a tract of land.
Deer stand costs may also be split by hunting club members if they will be used by everyone.
If a hunter is alone, it may be more cost effective to build a stand or keep up with nearby sales.
Deer hunting will cost money for sure.
It seems to get more expensive each year but taking steps to decrease the cost will help make it affordable for many hunters even in an economic downturn.