We crammed everything we could into Buck Jam for a jam-packed mineral site. It's got savory flavor profiles deer crave, but more importantly, it's got vital minerals they need. Site Selection Tips Select a shaded area near active deer crossings Sandy soils will leach minerals sooner than heavy clay-type soils Allow for a total site diameter of 10 feet Create two sites per 100 acres Directions For Use Clear all debris in a 4-foot diameter Loosen soil once area has been cleared Pour liquid directly onto site Seasonal Activity Minerals can help pattern deer year-round, but bucks and does consume different amounts seasonally depending on their needs. Early Spring: Mineral consumption is high due to does carrying fawns and bucks seeking out minerals to grow new antlers. Spring: Mineral consumption remains high while does nurse fawns and bucks continue antler development. Summer: Deer consume minerals as needed for improved overall health, including healthy digestion. Bucks reach final antler growth potential during this time. Fall: During the rut, does consume more minerals and bucks consume fewer. However, rutting bucks will seek out mineral sites in search of does who have visited the site. Winter: Mineral consumption aids in preparing the herd for the cold months ahead.