Do’s and Don’ts for Hunting in the Rain

A light rainfall can create a flurry of activity for deer, so a rainy day could be the perfect opportunity to get out in your Stump blind. As long as you stay dry and safe, you’ll be able to go out for a hunt and catch the deer as they travel through the rain. Opening day is this Saturday, so grab your rain jacket and gear up for some exciting hunts this fall. We’ve got some do’s and don’ts for hunting in the rain to help you prepare.

DO: Stay Dry in Our Stump Blind

Our Stump blinds are made from a polyethylene material that’s designed to be weather-resistant from sun, snow, and rain. The water will easily glide right off the blind and you’ll be dry and comfortable within the insulated walls and tightly sealed windows and doors. The polyethylene material dries quickly, so you don’t need to worry about the water soaking the blind and causing any damage or mold.

DON’T: Slip on Ladders

If you’re hunting from an elevated Stump blind, you’ll need to climb up the Steel Ladder to get to your blind. Make sure to use the attached railing as you climb so that you don’t slip and fall. The Steel Ladder comes with one handrail and textured steps to help you stay safe. Take your time and don’t rush up the steps.

DO: Hunt in Light Rain

Deer tend to move during a light rain. Set up along a travel path, near a food plot or water source, or along a tree line to try to catch the deer while they’re on the move. Deer tend to stay in whatever shelter they’ve found during a heavy rain, so once it moves into that territory your chances of finding a deer diminish.

DO: Allow the Rain to Cover Your Scent

The light rain has an added benefit of covering your scent naturally. You should, of course, use a scent eliminating spray to double your chances, but the natural rain should mask any scent in the air or on the ground as you walk to your blind. The sound of the rain could also potentially cover up the sound of your steps as you walk through leaves. The leaves will be wet and not as crunchy as you walk through them.

DON’T: Hunt in a Storm

While hunting in the rain is fun and can be incredibly fruitful, don’t extend your trip to hunting in a storm. As soon as you see lightning, it’s time to get out of there. Keep your eye on the weather reports. If there’s an active storm about to hit your area, stay home. Even when you’re out in comfortable rain, keep your eye on the weather reports while you’re in the blind. Rain can turn into a storm at a moment’s notice.

If you stay dry inside one of our Stump blinds, stay safe while you use our Steel Ladder, and hunt in light rain, not storms, you’ll set yourself up for an exciting hunt in some unique conditions. Enjoy opening weekend and keep your mind open to a hunt in the rain if the opportunity presents itself this fall.

What do you do when you’re hunting in the rain? Let us know your tips and experiences in the comments below!