collapse

Advertisement


Author Topic: Views on minerals  (Read 11624 times)

Offline HunterofWA

  • Trade Count: (0)
  • Scout
  • ****
  • Join Date: Jul 2016
  • Posts: 491
  • Location: SW WA
  • Groups: Huntersofwashington
Views on minerals
« on: July 14, 2016, 07:56:52 PM »
I was wondering what your guy's thoughts are on trophy rock, and Red edge goat mineral.
Basically what I'm wondering is, does the red edge goat mineral look good enough to give it a shot? I think it would be a lot better due to it's higher calcium content. Well tell me what you think! I'm ready to get some advice! thanks!
here's the link to Red Edge mineral: https://www.farmstore.com/product/red-edge-goat-mineral-mix-25-lb/
Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty…”
- TR

YouTube @pnw_offgrid
Instagram: pnw_jeremy

Offline Bean Counter

  • Site Sponsor
  • Non-Hunting Topics
  • Trade Count: (0)
  • Explorer
  • ******
  • Join Date: Jul 2008
  • Posts: 13624
Re: Views on minerals
« Reply #1 on: July 14, 2016, 08:01:58 PM »
For deer and elk, I'd say go to the feed store and just get plain old salt with selenium for $9 a 50lb bag.   :twocents:

Offline Bango skank

  • Political & Covid-19 Topics
  • Trade Count: (+9)
  • Old Salt
  • ******
  • Join Date: May 2014
  • Posts: 5880
  • Location: colville
Re: Views on minerals
« Reply #2 on: July 14, 2016, 08:14:37 PM »
For deer and elk, I'd say go to the feed store and just get plain old salt with selenium for $9 a 50lb bag.   :twocents:

 :yeah:  or buy the little 4lb trace mineralized salt blocks with selenium for $2-4 each if you want something more convenient to throw in a day pack.  If you go the 4lb brick route though, bring one or two every time you check your cam, until you have a nice pile built up.

Offline fish vacuum

  • Political & Covid-19 Topics
  • Trade Count: (0)
  • Sourdough
  • *****
  • Join Date: Oct 2010
  • Posts: 2227
Re: Views on minerals
« Reply #3 on: July 15, 2016, 01:52:43 AM »
If you just want something to bring them in for your trail cam, I've found this to be the best.

Offline HunterofWA

  • Trade Count: (0)
  • Scout
  • ****
  • Join Date: Jul 2016
  • Posts: 491
  • Location: SW WA
  • Groups: Huntersofwashington
Re: Views on minerals
« Reply #4 on: July 15, 2016, 09:56:06 AM »
I think I'd use that for trail cam surveys. What I'm really wondering is if the Red edge goat mineral would work. Like if it can be poured on the ground, is is safe for the deer...
Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty…”
- TR

YouTube @pnw_offgrid
Instagram: pnw_jeremy

Offline jackelope

  • Administrator
  • Trade Count: (+29)
  • Legend
  • *****
  • Join Date: Mar 2007
  • Posts: 50298
  • Location: Duvall, WA
  • Groups: jackelope
Re: Views on minerals
« Reply #5 on: July 15, 2016, 11:19:32 AM »
I think I'd use that for trail cam surveys. What I'm really wondering is if the Red edge goat mineral would work. Like if it can be poured on the ground, is is safe for the deer...

I personally wouldn't spend $17.99 on a 25 pound bag of something that might work when I can get a 50 pound bag of trace mineral salt with selenium for $9 that I can personally guarantee works better than probably pretty much anything. The only thing I've found is that their effectiveness is a little bit based on geography. I don't think the salts and minerals work as well on the west side of the state.
:fire.:

" In today's instant gratification society, more and more pressure revolves around success and the measurement of one's prowess as a hunter by inches on a score chart or field photos produced on social media. Don't fall into the trap. Hunting is-and always will be- about the hunt, the adventure, the views, and time spent with close friends and family. " Ryan Hatfield

My posts, opinions and statements do not represent those of this forum

Offline HUNTINCOUPLE

  • Lost Somewhere on the Praire of Klickitat Co. Chasing The Elusive BENCHLEG DEERS.
  • Non-Hunting Topics
  • Trade Count: (+1)
  • Old Salt
  • ******
  • Join Date: Jan 2009
  • Posts: 8146
  • Location: Lyle WA, 98635
  • Yep, my avatar is from my front porch. #2835
Re: Views on minerals
« Reply #6 on: July 15, 2016, 11:25:43 AM »
For deer and elk, I'd say go to the feed store and just get plain old salt with selenium for $9 a 50lb bag.   :twocents:



 :yeah:
Slap some bacon on a biscut and lets go, were burrnin daylight!

Most peoples health is a decision not a condition?

Kill your television!  ICEMAN SAID TO!

Life Member of Hunting  Washington  Forum.

Time in the woods is more important than timing the moon.

Offline HunterofWA

  • Trade Count: (0)
  • Scout
  • ****
  • Join Date: Jul 2016
  • Posts: 491
  • Location: SW WA
  • Groups: Huntersofwashington
Re: Views on minerals
« Reply #7 on: July 15, 2016, 03:19:05 PM »
I think I'd use that for trail cam surveys. What I'm really wondering is if the Red edge goat mineral would work. Like if it can be poured on the ground, is is safe for the deer...

I personally wouldn't spend $17.99 on a 25 pound bag of something that might work when I can get a 50 pound bag of trace mineral salt with selenium for $9 that I can personally guarantee works better than probably pretty much anything. The only thing I've found is that their effectiveness is a little bit based on geography. I don't think the salts and minerals work as well on the west side of the state.


The thing that gets me interested in it is that it contains about 4.00% calcium... which promotes antler growth.
Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty…”
- TR

YouTube @pnw_offgrid
Instagram: pnw_jeremy

Offline jackelope

  • Administrator
  • Trade Count: (+29)
  • Legend
  • *****
  • Join Date: Mar 2007
  • Posts: 50298
  • Location: Duvall, WA
  • Groups: jackelope
Views on minerals
« Reply #8 on: July 15, 2016, 03:22:22 PM »
Selenium salt







:chuckle:
:fire.:

" In today's instant gratification society, more and more pressure revolves around success and the measurement of one's prowess as a hunter by inches on a score chart or field photos produced on social media. Don't fall into the trap. Hunting is-and always will be- about the hunt, the adventure, the views, and time spent with close friends and family. " Ryan Hatfield

My posts, opinions and statements do not represent those of this forum

Offline HunterofWA

  • Trade Count: (0)
  • Scout
  • ****
  • Join Date: Jul 2016
  • Posts: 491
  • Location: SW WA
  • Groups: Huntersofwashington
Re: Views on minerals
« Reply #9 on: July 15, 2016, 03:23:37 PM »
Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty…”
- TR

YouTube @pnw_offgrid
Instagram: pnw_jeremy

Offline HunterofWA

  • Trade Count: (0)
  • Scout
  • ****
  • Join Date: Jul 2016
  • Posts: 491
  • Location: SW WA
  • Groups: Huntersofwashington
Re: Views on minerals
« Reply #10 on: July 15, 2016, 03:24:18 PM »
Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty…”
- TR

YouTube @pnw_offgrid
Instagram: pnw_jeremy

Online Rainier10

  • Administrator
  • Trade Count: (+5)
  • Explorer
  • *****
  • Join Date: Dec 2010
  • Posts: 16000
  • Location: Over the edge
Re: Views on minerals
« Reply #11 on: July 15, 2016, 03:25:26 PM »
I think I'd use that for trail cam surveys. What I'm really wondering is if the Red edge goat mineral would work. Like if it can be poured on the ground, is is safe for the deer...

I personally wouldn't spend $17.99 on a 25 pound bag of something that might work when I can get a 50 pound bag of trace mineral salt with selenium for $9 that I can personally guarantee works better than probably pretty much anything. The only thing I've found is that their effectiveness is a little bit based on geography. I don't think the salts and minerals work as well on the west side of the state.


The thing that gets me interested in it is that it contains about 4.00% calcium... which promotes antler growth.
If you want something that promotes antler growth get 40lb bag of Purina antler max for $16.  I have been putting it out at my place for the past couple of years and have noticed a big difference. I go through a bag a week, 15 bags a spring/summer so it gets expensive but what can you do.
Pain is temporary, achieving the goal is worth it.

I didn't say it would be easy, I said it would be worth it.

Every father should remember that one day his children will follow his example instead of his advice.


The views and opinions expressed in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of HuntWa or the site owner.

Offline HunterofWA

  • Trade Count: (0)
  • Scout
  • ****
  • Join Date: Jul 2016
  • Posts: 491
  • Location: SW WA
  • Groups: Huntersofwashington
Re: Views on minerals
« Reply #12 on: July 15, 2016, 03:27:12 PM »
I think I'd use that for trail cam surveys. What I'm really wondering is if the Red edge goat mineral would work. Like if it can be poured on the ground, is is safe for the deer...

I personally wouldn't spend $17.99 on a 25 pound bag of something that might work when I can get a 50 pound bag of trace mineral salt with selenium for $9 that I can personally guarantee works better than probably pretty much anything. The only thing I've found is that their effectiveness is a little bit based on geography. I don't think the salts and minerals work as well on the west side of the state.


The thing that gets me interested in it is that it contains about 4.00% calcium... which promotes antler growth.
If you want something that promotes antler growth get 40lb bag of Purina antler max for $16.  I have been putting it out at my place for the past couple of years and have noticed a big difference. I go through a bag a week, 15 bags a spring/summer so it gets expensive but what can you do.

Are you using it on black-tails?
Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty…”
- TR

YouTube @pnw_offgrid
Instagram: pnw_jeremy

Offline Special T

  • Truth the new Hate Speech.
  • Business Sponsor
  • Trade Count: (+13)
  • Legend
  • *****
  • Join Date: Aug 2009
  • Posts: 25038
  • Location: Skagit Valley
  • Make it Rain!
    • Silver Arrow Bowmen
    • Silver Arrow Bowmen
Re: Views on minerals
« Reply #13 on: July 15, 2016, 03:28:09 PM »
I've used the feed salt with Selium salt  and the apple buck jam. Both seem to work here on the west side. For the salt I clear an area bring a rake and rake about half the bag into the dirt. When I check my camera I keep the rest of the salt in a 2 liter pop bottle and portable and work into the ground as necessary.  The buck jam goes on a rotten stump. I think apple works best. Used the molassis one and only drew in the elk. A BIG rotten stump gets tore apart pretty quick with the jam. I do the jam when it's dry and the salt before a rain if I can. All on the west side
In archery we have something like the way of the superior man. When the archer misses the center of the target, he turns round and seeks for the cause of his failure in himself. 

Confucius

Offline HunterofWA

  • Trade Count: (0)
  • Scout
  • ****
  • Join Date: Jul 2016
  • Posts: 491
  • Location: SW WA
  • Groups: Huntersofwashington
Re: Views on minerals
« Reply #14 on: July 15, 2016, 03:30:08 PM »
Whats Selig umbrella?
Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty…”
- TR

YouTube @pnw_offgrid
Instagram: pnw_jeremy

 


* Advertisement

* Recent Topics

Sockeye Numbers by bear
[Today at 08:38:02 PM]


Willapa Hills 1 Bear by BA Mongor
[Today at 08:36:23 PM]


A. Cole Lockback in AEB-L and Micarta by Boss .300 winmag
[Today at 07:59:50 PM]


1993 Merc issues getting up on plane by Happy Gilmore
[Today at 07:27:02 PM]


3 pintails by Dan-o
[Today at 07:20:12 PM]


Selkirk bull moose. by moose40
[Today at 05:42:19 PM]


North Peninsula Salmon Fishing by Buckhunter24
[Today at 12:43:12 PM]


2025 Crab! by trophyhunt
[Today at 11:09:27 AM]


erronulvin trail cam photos by kodiak06
[Today at 10:19:35 AM]


Yard babies by Feathernfurr
[Today at 09:55:24 AM]


If you've been following.... by HighlandLofts
[Today at 03:03:24 AM]

SimplePortal 2.3.7 © 2008-2025, SimplePortal