Any good tips on stalking? (1 Viewer)

Gill Osborne said:

I'm not a photographer but I've often had birds and mammals such as deer and foxes come real close, about ten feet or so, to me by finding a comfortable spot (often at the base of a tree or a hedge/wall) and just sitting quietly and seeing what turns up! In one wood a few years ago I was sitting at the base of a beech tree and after half an hour or so of being perfectly still and keeping any head movements to an absolute minimum a Roe Deer buck wandered along the trail and passed by within just feet of me! I hardly dared breath for fear of him realising I was there! It is still one of the most magical experiences I have ever had!
Last year at the end of April, whilst sitting on a grassy bank overlooking the sea I had a Weasel pass by and sit upright and look towards me when I squeeked at him! First weasel I'd ever seen as well...another memorable moment!
I'm off badger watching in three weeks time...can't wait...and that'll involve sitting silently for a few hours. But I'm sure it'll be worth it!

GILL

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