Frequently Asked Questions - Flat-Out Feeder

What type of feed should be fed from the Flat-Out Feeder?

While there are many types of grain and minerals that deer are attracted to, the primary feed utilized by land managers is shelled corn and protein pellets. Either or both of these can easily be fed with the Flat-Out Feeder.

What time of year should I use the Flat-Out Feeder?

The time of year to utilize your feeder will depend on your intended goal of the feed. If your primary purpose is to attract animals during hunting season then feed times will only occur during that time of year. If your purpose is to provide supplementation to the feed normally available then you should feed year-round. We believe that supplemental feeding year-round is a key component to a multi-faceted program designed to improve body size and antler size.

How many feeders should I use?

Most land managers agree that one feeder every 100 acres should be average. This will vary depending on available agricultural products or the lack thereof. The more feeders you provide the more you can disperse your animals feeding. The more you can disperse your animals feeding the less stress you put on the deer herd.

Where should I setup my Flat-Out Feeder?

Setup will vary depending on your state laws. Regardless of whether you decide to set it up in a field or in deep cover, always try to setup your feeder on level ground. This helps to ensure that equal amounts of feed flow from both feed ports. It helps to setup the feeder so that you can see it from a distance. This allows you to take advantage of its long range feed level assessment so that you don’t unnecessarily disturb the feed site.

Can I refill my Flat-Out Feeder before it’s empty?

You can refill the feeder whenever you want. However, we recommend filling only when necessary. One of the primary advantages of the Flat-Out feeder is the ability to determine, from afar, when the feeder needs refilling thereby reducing unnecessary refill trips. The fewer times you are around the feeder the fewer chances you will spook animals away.

How can I lessen my chances of contaminating my feed site with my scent?

We recommend not refilling the feeder until it’s necessary. If you can see that the feeder isn’t collapsed, don’t approach it. Let it continue to feed undisturbed, so that you don’t disturb the feed site with your scent hours after you’re gone. Use latex gloves for handling the feeder when it is time to refill so that your scent doesn’t linger on the feeder itself. If you use trail cameras near the feeder, swap the disk in the camera with a blank one and view the pictures at home rather than viewing them at the feed site. The longer you’re around the feeder the more scent you leave to scare away those mature bucks.