First time deer hunter, first deer camp.?

Nice question Ripcord, everyone of us has been in this situation at one time. Let me give you some advice that I give my hunters; I manage a 5000 acre lease that is a family style lease as well. I tell my guys the basic rules that the ranch owner has in the contract, then I give them my rules. From there it's a courtesy speech about what I expect from the hunters.

When there are kids in camp we watch the cussing.

When there are women in camp we DON"T undress them with our eyes or whistle at them. I don't need someone getting shot because their stupid.

What you do in your camper or tent is your business; leave your reading material in your tent or camper not in the outhouse.

If you smoke or dip keep it clean, use a can or cup and pick up tour filters.

Until you know all of the hunters very well watch the off color jokes or coments.

Make sure you don't do anything to cause the rest of us a problem with the game warden. Make sure you have your license with you and don't hide something if you screw something up.

ASK the other hunters if it's ok to drink around them, they'll let you know.

Remember your going to be hunting with these guys for a long time, hopefully. The impression you make on them at first is how they will remember you for the rest of your season. If you make a fool of yourself it can years to repair that image. I have a very good friend who I have hunted with for in Africa, South America, and here in the states. He introduced me to a salesman from where he works, as soon as he says hi he comes out with I hear you like to hunt. And for the next 30 minutes he goes on and on about hunting and how he wants to go to Africa. My friend says yeah I think he'd do good on a hunt. Myself I wasn't too sure so we set up a feral hog hunt in east Texas. I get to the place and my friend brings the saleman with him. First thing I see is brand new camo with Academy stickers everywhere, shiny new boots, and a 50 pound backpack. I'm thinking yep, here goes the neighborhood. We're going to take six hounds and run and gun feral hogs in the swamps of the Sabine River. It took about 20 minutes for the saleman to ask when we were going to stop. Another hour after that and he was BEGGING to go back to the truck. Needless to say his "speech" about being an experienced hunter was a bunch of crap.

Just be yourself, have fun and ask questions. The hunter who invited you to camp is the best asset you have, use him and ask him what he expects from you. Good luck and good hunting.

Pitch in on the food/supplies......but,find out what others are bringing....no need to have 10hams and 50lb of burgers unless this is one big camp.Sounds like a lax environment with kids and women running around squawking and yelling. I hope your hunting area is a good 30miles away....cause all the deer will be at least that far. I don't drink while on hunting trips and don't go with others that drink either.....your just asking for trouble.

Do your chores and help out......find a good place in the woods down wind of the camp when nature calls......don't forget the toilet paper or corn cob......

Gun and shooting safety.......be sure were you shoot and where other hunters are......watch out for cross fire....plan your hunting day and keep everyone in the loop. Walkie talkies or cell phones muted for some communication in case you get lost. Maybe the new guy should have a GPS.

Well, if wives and kids are invited... strolling around with your goods hanging in the breeze would go over like a turd in a punch bowl.

Bring your share of the grub and do your share of the chores in camp... keep your gear policed up.

Watch your mouth... try not to fart to much... and if you guys drink after the guns are locked up... limit your intake to a NON drunk level.

I guess I am saying ...act like a gentleman.

Why would you act any differently in deer camp as you would say at a party where there are women and children?

Keep your actions family friendly. No wife jokes, excessive crudeness. Lock up your guns from the kids. Be aware of where you go to relieve yourself, you may have eyes watching you. Do your share of the chores and help with camp maintenance. Be yourself and kill all you can!

Pretty simple. Pitch in with any chores. watch your language. be friendly.Sounds a lot like my deer camp.

Do the work and help pick up! ..also if your with someone else and there is a chance to shoot, give them the shot

Gay people give everybdy the scares eh?? Hahahahaha... I liked this.