Scott
Here is the recipe that I have used and had good results with. If you want more information on this recipe use this site.
http://www.qdmaforums.com/archive/index.php/t-11.html Blackhawk is correct about setting up game cameras at the mineral licks. My mineral licks get most of their activity in the spring and summer. During the fall and winter the activity tapers off a lot.
WHITETAIL DEER HOMEMADE MINERAL MIX RECIPE
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Ingredients: Makes 200 lbs. for about $23.00
1 part Di-calcium phosphate, this is a dairy feed additive bought at feed stores.
Comes in 50lb Bags at around $11.00 you need one bag.
2 parts Trace mineral salt, the red and loose kind without the medications.
Comes in 50lb Bags at around $5.00 you need two bags.
1 part Stock salt, ice cream salt.
Comes in 50lb Bags at around $2.00 you need one bag.
Directions:
-Use a 3 pound or similar size coffee can to use as your measure for each part of the mix.
-Mix all together well but not until read to use, keep ingredients separate until ready to put to use.
-Dig or tear up a circle in the soil about 36 inches wide and about 6 inches deep.
-Mix your mineral mixture with the soil.
Maintenance:
-Replenish in 6 months with fresh supply of mineral, and then each year there after.
Hope to see you in the woods this weekend. horntagger
Helpful hints: One is best time to put it out is March/April and I put all 200 lbs in one hole. Also I like a water source to be within 100 yards.