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The Handbook of Bird Photography
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The Handbook of Bird Photography

by Markus Varesvuo, Jari Peltomaki, Bence Mate
April 2013
Beginner content levelBeginner
368 pages
9h 3m
English
Rocky Nook
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BENCE MÁTÉ

HOW TO BUILD AND USE A BLIND

Find out where the birds go and when they show up, and hide well.

Over the past 10 years I have built more than 100 blinds, and no two are identical. Every site has its own surprise to figure out. In the following paragraphs I will outline some essential factors to consider when you design a blind.

Invisibility

A blind has to completely conceal you from the surrounding world—sometimes not only visually, but also by cutting off sounds and smells. Most animals rely on their vision for safety, and as soon as they become suspicious of unusual movements, your chances of wearing out your shutter are lost. Sounds, especially snapping noises, can also cause animals to leave the area, so build a blind that keeps ...

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ISBN: 9781457179570