Some of the best spots deer hunters can locate are “fence holes,” which allow easy travel for whitetails. A man-made fence forms a barrier to bucks. Even a chest-high fence deer easily can jump over alters deer activity. When scouting good deer country, make it a habit to walk along fence lines, especially a well-maintained ones.
You're looking for places along fences where deer are crossing. If the fence is in good condition, anywhere there's a low wire, broken fence pole, hole underneath the fence, deer may funnel through that opening because it's the easiest spot for them to get through the barrier.
Perhaps the best "fence hole" for hunting in woods is where a large tree has fallen, knocking down wire and allowing for easy deer travel from one side to the other. The tree hole is all the better if the fence is otherwise in great shape, and there are almost no other places where game can cross. Be sure to check the fence hole for fresh tracks and hair in wire where deer have rubbed their coats against it. If the hole is well traveled, check the wind, and place a tree stand within range downwind of deer travel.
In the Photo: Hunting fence holes is one of the best ways for a hunter to bust a good buck.
