Socal Tree Saddle Thoughts/Recommendations

[OnTwoWheels89]

Hi all, relatively new to bowhunting and hunting deer in general. I hunt the Socal D zones, where spot and stalk is very difficult due to heavy chaparral and scrub brush. My question is do any of you use climbing sticks and a tree saddle similar to whitetail hunting? If so can you recommend any good brands?

Also wondering what types of trees to climb and what to avoid. At higher elevations I would assume pines, firs, and cedars would make good saddle trees, but not too sure about lower elevations. Oak seems like a good candidate since its study, but shooting lanes may be difficult. Any insight would be appreciated! Thanks!

-Tim

 

[180ls1]

If you can dedicate enough days to hunting and find a well used trail it will serve you well. I know people who do it with great success. Our deer aren't as patternable as the whitetails but sitting in a tree or ground blind is a great.

I wouldn't worry about the tree type too much as long as you have shooting lanes. I've climbed oaks before and still had shooting lanes.

 

[OnTwoWheels89]

Thanks for the reply!