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Hunting
Blinds
When hunting animals or waterfowl, the element
of surprise is one of the strongest factors hunters can have in
their favor.
That element of surprise comes about when the
hunter can't be seen, heard or scented.
Hunting blinds provide ways to achieve some of
these elements [depending on the style of blind] by concealing the
hunter, and reducing the noise and scent distribution by
confining them within the blind.
Blinds can be as simple as a natural blind
constructed of materials near the intended hunting spot, to
portable easily assembled or pop-up blinds, through to permanent
box tower stands or blinds.
Each of these types of blind have advantages
and disadvantages, and are suited to particular hunting
situations.
The definition between a stand and a blind is
not always that clear, as tripod stands with a skirt or
enclosure around them, can be called an enclosed stand or a
blind.
There are generally several different types of
hunting blinds that include:
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