Hunting Techniques: Driving

Driving is the term used for a situation in which one or more hunters (called the drivers or pushers) walk through an area trying to push game ahead of them into areas where other hunters (called blockers, posters or standers) are waiting.

Driving can be effective in certain situations, but it can also be dangerous! Remember, in this situation, you've got hunters facing each other, looking for shot opportunities. The hunters must be totally alert and careful at all times.

The only way this method can be done safely is if the hunters can see each other clearly as they approach, and if they are careful not to shoot if the animal is anywhere near another hunter.

 If you want to try this method, select open areas with a lot of visibility, and wear blaze orange so you will not be mistaken for game.

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