Game cameras are not just for hunting. Many outdoor photographers know the great quality they offer and use them to capture shots they normally wouldn’t be able to.
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To use your game camera for photography, find a place that is well used by wildlife yet secluded so animals don’t feel pressured and pass slowly in front of the camera.
A water hole is a great place to place a camera. A drinking animal is usually pretty still and will be there long enough to give you many shots. A mineral or salt lick is another option.
If you want to get pictures of a specific species, place your game camera over bait. The choice of bait would depend on the animal you’re after.
Tip: Get a good look at wildlife with the SpyPoint FORCE-20 Trail Camera. It captures crisp 20MP color images during the day and clear black-and-white photos at night. Includes 16GB SD card, SD-card reader, and strap
You can have a lot of fun using game cameras for wildlife photography. You can even use them as security cameras around your home or cabin.
Larry Whiteley is the Host of the award-winning Outdoor World Radio Show
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