How to Use Topography to Your Advantage When Glassing Pronghorn?

Identifying Pronghorn Holding Areas

When glassing pronghorn, start by identifying areas with high-quality forage, such as sagebrush, greasewood, and bunchgrasses. These areas are often found in lower elevations, near water sources, and in valleys surrounded by hills or ridges. Using your binoculars, scan these areas for signs of pronghorn activity, such as tracks, scat, or feeding signs.

Utilizing Topography for Concealment

To conceal your position, use natural features such as ridges, draws, and canyons to get close to the pronghorn without being seen. For example, if you’re in a valley, climb to the top of a ridge and glass down into the valley. This will allow you to observe the pronghorn without being seen. Alternatively, use a draw or canyon to approach the pronghorn from the side, keeping yourself hidden from view.

Funneling the Herd with Topography

To increase your chances of spotting a buck, use topography to funnel the herd into a smaller area. For example, if you’re in a valley, identify a narrow draw or canyon that funnels the pronghorn into a smaller area. Set up your glassing position at the narrow point of the draw, where the pronghorn will be concentrated. This will increase your chances of spotting a buck and reduce the area you need to glass.