Antler sheds can be turned into creative pieces such as baskets, fan pulls, hat racks, business card holders, and even jewelry
MONTGOMERY-Now that deer season has come to an end, spring birds begin their songs, and lush green vegetation begins to appear. This is also an excellent time to get out and look for shed antlers. Shed antlers can be used for a variety of things including dog treats and decorative pieces such as jewelry or house décor. Finding antler sheds can be a great pastime to enjoy the outdoors with your family while having your own nature scavenger hunt.
Most deer begin shedding antlers soon after the rut, while others will continue to carry their antlers longer into March and April. The spring months are the best time to locate sheds, before rodents chew them into pieces, coyotes carry them off into places unknown and equipment runs them over. Food plots are a great place to begin looking for sheds. Before the peak of spring green-up, bucks will often visit food plots. As they feed, they will cast their antlers in the field. Another prime area to look is recently burned timber stands or fields. It is easy to locate trails or frequently used areas after a burn and sheds usually glow white against a charred background. The third place that often yields results are crossings on creeks and fence rows. As deer jump an obstacle it will often jar an antler loose, falling to the ground. Wherever you may be, searching for antler sheds is a family friendly activity that gets people outside and engaged with nature.
Media Release/Alabama Wildlife And Conservation News
