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Most of the fellows I know that hunt keep the antlers from bucks they harvested as trophies. Most are unwilling to part with them.
Collecting sheds is one way to get some antler, though antlers on the ground don't last long as squirrels, mice, possums and even fox, coyotes and bears eat the antler for its calcium & minerals. Shed hunting is a great way to spend time in the woods. Late January after the deer hunters are done is a good time to start. Great time to incorporate shed hunting with stick harvesting!
Collecting sheds is one way to get some antler, though antlers on the ground don't last long as squirrels, mice, possums and even fox, coyotes and bears eat the antler for its calcium & minerals. Shed hunting is a great way to spend time in the woods. Late January after the deer hunters are done is a good time to start. Great time to incorporate shed hunting with stick harvesting!
