Disclaimer:
This guide is written based of my, my friends and other peoples experiences in Loggers Point. I have tried to keep it as accurate as I can. Beacuse this is theHunter (and also because the animals hate us) don't expect the spawning patterns and such to be 100% super accurate. Also credit to Google Images for the pictures shown here, I dont own them.
Anyway, thats the boring stuff out of the way, now time for the guide!
Introduction To Logger's Point:
The second reserve in the game, Loggers Point boasts wide open fields and very sparse forests, in sharp contrast to Whitehart Island, which consists of dense and dark forested areas. You can consider it a very beginner-friendly reserve for its easy visibility areas and its roster of animals.
Loggers Point from above
Most of the animals here aren't too hard to hunt, and two of them are permanently available to guests, making this an appealing reserve for beginners. Now, onto the animals!
The Animals Pt.1:
Loggers Point is home to seven different animals:
Mule Deer
Whitetail Deer
Feral hog
Coyote
Bobcat
Pheasant
Cottontail RabbitWhitetail and Pheasant are available for guests, while all are available to hunt for members.
Whitetail Deer: ("Odocoileus virginianus")
The Whitetail Deer appears in nearly all of the American-based maps and is a common animal in Loggers Point. Generally they can be found all over the map except for the most northern extremities and near the centre of the map. Unlike the other deer species, they travel alone. Start at Field Lodge (The southern lodge) and head north. You can run into a few quickly. Though not necessary, it is recommended to bring the Deer "Bleat" call or the Deer "Grunt" call with you to lure them in. The Whitetail has different calls for each gender, making it easy to tell them apart. A buck will emit a short, deep grunt when calling, whereas the doe while emit a much longer, bleating noise. The deer have decent senses, but the real trophy bucks have among the best hearing and seeing abilities ingame, making them difficult to hunt. Consider wearing the Boone and Crockett camoflauge outfit, which gives you good protection against all deer species.
Things to look out for:
The Whitetail buck antler has a main beam which extends sideways, then forwards. Growing on top of the beam is a "tine" or "point" which is what branches upwards from the beam. Whn judging a whitetail buck in the game, look at the thickness of the main beam, the amount of tines and the width of the entire antler rack. One common mistake is thinking that more tines means a better score. Although it does contribute to a high score, this isn't always true. As well as this, points may also be deducted if there are an uneven number of poiints on each antler. Keep an eye out for the other factors as well. The biggest scoring bucks will often have up to 18 points in total, a wide rack and thick beams. You can consider a Whitetail a trophy when it has a score of 180+, though the true monsters reach scores higher than 190, and 200+ can be considered a once-in-a-lifetime kill.
You can also find non-typical Whitetail deer. These deer have strange antlers which look completely different to a normal buck. The antlers sometimes reach massive sizes and scores beyond a typical whitetail buck. Non-typicals are quite rare, so make sure you take a trophy shot if you find one!
You can also find rare fur variations for whitetails, such as albinos.
Mule Deer: ("Odocoileus hemonius")
The Mule Deer is similar to its peer, the Whitetail, but can be distinguished by its larger size and a different antler configuration. Use similar tactics to hunt Mule deer as with Whitetails. However, Mule deer often travel in herds. Does will almost always travel in groups of 4-6. Bucks usually travel alone, but sometimes you may encouter a herd of 5 Mule deer bucks. Older community members often call these "The Five Brothers". When dealing with herds make sure you are distanced from them, as all it takes is one deer to spook the rest.
Things to look out for:
Mule deer bucks have "bifurcated" antlers, meaning they fork out instead of growing from a main beam. High-scoring bucks have long beams with massive spreads. You can consider a Mule deer a trophy when it scores 200+. Mule deer also have a non-typical variant, which can reach a huge size. The weight has a medium correlation with the final score, with big bucks reaching 136kg in weight. Mule Deer are bigger and have more health than a whitetail so bring a good rifle. The .243 is a good choice but consider the .270 or even the .300 for long-range shots.
When shooting, try to be in the prone position if possible for maximum stability and aim slightly behind the shoulder or behind the front leg. This usually culminates in a heart or lung shot, meaning the animal will almost always drop on the spot.
Pheasant: ("Phasianus colchicus"
The Pheasant is a bird that can be found wandering the fields around Loggers Point. You can easily tell males from females as they have much more vivid colouring, compared to the duller females. As well as this, only the males call, meaning you can easily identify them on your Huntermate. Hunting pheasants is a bit different from other animals. If you want the pheasant to count in missions, competitions and leaderboards, it must be shot while airborne. Make sure you bring a shotgun when hunting them, loaded with birdshot shells. Walk around the southern fields of the map and you will recieve calls not long after. Consider using a pheasant caller to find them quicker. (Note that this caller does not attract pheasants, but merely locates them, as they issue a vocal response to your call). When you spot a male, try and make sure you are infront of it. Once it is close enough, stand up and press the F key. This makes your character whistle, scaring the pheasants into the air. Make sure you lead through your shot as you shoot the bird. Although it may seem hard at first, keep practicing and it will come to you naturally. The Clay shooting range at Field lodge is also a good place to practice airborne shooting.
Things to look out for:
The biggest birds will have long golden tail feathers and large spurs on their feet. Spurs are too small to see, but focus on the size and length of the tail.
Pheasants will sometimes "duck" after being spooked, meaning they will crouch down and hide in the grass. This makes it quite easy to pick them off from the ground. They won't always do this however, so be prepared for when they do fly away!
The Animals Pt.2
Feral Hog ("Sus scrofa")
The Feral Hog is a widespread and fast moving animal that roams the whole of Loggers Point. A good starting point is the Border lodge, where they are among the most common animals there. Feral hogs come in a variety of colour morphs (not to be confused with albinos etc.) such as dark and light. Feral hogs have a loud squeal, meaning you can't miss their calls. They can also be baited with a hog feeder. The Feral Hog can be considered the most powerful animal in Loggers Point, but with a good shot placement and a good rifle, they are not that hard to drop. Male Hogs (Boars) usually travel alone. Sometimes they will spawn with females, in groups of around 4-7. You can also lure them with the hog "Squeal" caller. When shooting hogs, aim for the heart or lungs. The heart is located above the front leg, so try and aim around there. If you don't have a particularly powerful rifle, get closer before taking the shot. Bow hunters should do the same, as their hide is quite hard to penentrate. Bow hunters should also consider a spine shot, which instantly drops the hog if done properly.
Things to look out for:
If you get too close, the Feral Hog will charge you. They make aggression sounds and animations first, allowing you some time to run or pull out a weapon. Hogs are deceptively fast when charging, which can throw many players off guard, so be careful!
After you have harvested a Hog, the final score will have either a "T" or a "W" after it. They stand for "Tusks" and "Weight" respectively. This shows whether the tusks or weight contributed more to the score. A Hog over 1050 can be considered a trophy and the biggest ones can reach over 1100. If your skill is high enough, track the heaviest hogs, as they are often the biggest. When spotting them, look for long and wide growing tusks.
Male hogs have a high roaming speed, and will often be trotting across the map, so keep this in mind while tracking them down.
Coyote: ("Canis latrans")
The Coyote is an elusive carnivore which prowls the south of Loggers point. Start at the Field Lodge and head east and you will soon start to run into them. They have among the best smelling abilities in the game, making them extremely hard to sneak up to. The easiest way to hunt them is by calling them from a ground blind. You will need to use the Predator "Jackrabbit" Caller to lure them in. Coyotes will come to your call extremely quickly, so be ready as soon as you've called. Once they reach the blind, it won't take long for them to sniff you out, so be ready to shoot as soon as they stop.
Things to look out for:
Coyotes can spot you in towers, so be mindful of your movements when in one. If you do find one staring you down, go prone as fast as you can and wait for a while. Hopefully, they stop looking at you and go about their business again. One false move can scare all the deer from your tower if a coyote is nearby.
Coyotes will also spook nearby Pheasants when in the area, and you can even see them hunting down pheasants if you are lucky.
The males have a visible size difference when standing next to females. an animal scoring 57+ can be considered a trophy.
Cottontail Rabbit: (Oryctolagus cuniculus)
Cottontails are fast, wary animals that roam the whole of Loggers Point, particularly the forested areas. An easy way to hunt them is to pick them off from a tower. A .22 Plinkington or Grasshopper is a good choice. You can also hunt them from the ground. Consider a shotgun for this method such as a 12GA Pump Action.
Things to look out for:
A rabbit scoring 1900+ can be considered a trophy. The maximum score is 2000. Note that only females can reach this size, so make them your primary target.
Rabbits can easily hear you sneak up on them, and they make a unique footstep noise when fleeing.
Bobcat: (Lynx rufus)
The newest resident of Loggers Point, the bobcat is one of the hardest animals to hunt in the game. Elusive, intelligent and wary, this animal is no walk in the park. Bobcats are extremely hard to hunt without the help of the E-caller. The motion predator decoys and Jackrabbit caller can also be used, but they aren't as powerful as the E-caller. Bobcats also make a loud growl which can be heard quite far away. When hunting them, try and be in a treestand or tower, so they can't smell you as easily.
Things to look out for:
The Bobcat will only come to the E-caller slowly, as seen in it's stalking animation. When the Bobcat gets close, do not waste time, shoot it as quick as you can. This is because the Bobcats will run away when they realize the call is fake, adding a further element of difficulty into the hunt.
Bobcats will spook Whitetail and Mule Deer, as well as rabbits and pheasants when nearby, further indicating their presence. Note that they will only make the deer trot away, rather than spooking them completely.
Recommended Equipment: Rifles
Choosing the right loadout for the job can be hard, but here I will recommend a few weapons and equipment to take with you. (Note that these recommendations are based on personal experience, and that you should try and experiment with other weapons to suit your hunting style, so don't always rely on these choices!)
.243 Bolt Action Rifle
What it lacks in power it makes up for in versatility, a great all-rounder, and free for guests, you can use this rifle on both of the deer species, as well as coyote and bobcat.
Pros:
Free for guests
Can be used on 4/7 of the species in Loggers Point.
Takes a good amount of scopes
Easily drops varmints such as Coyotes and Bobcats.
Cons:
1 round capacity, meaning slow reloads
Not as powerful as some other alternatives such as the .270
Cannot be used on Feral hogs
7mm Magnum Bullpup Rifle
Powerful and efficient, this rifle is great for long-range shots on larger game like Hogs and Mule Deer.
Pros:
Powerful cartridge, meaning and good stopping power.
Takes powerful scopes, such as the 12x
5 round magazine makes for fast reloads and follow-up shots
Relatively affordable weapon
Cons:
Very loud rifle
Penetration power isn't as good as some other rifles, meaning a bone shot, can result in a long tracking session.
.22 Plinkington Rifle
It's fast semi-automatic action and 10-round magazine will give most small animals a run for their money.
Pros:
Takes the 12x scope, allowing extreme long range shots on small game
Comes in 3 different finishes, allowing for good choice.
Quieter compared to other rifles, and has a lower spook radius.
Cons:
Bullet can be affected by the wind and distance quite easily.
Tight bullet group makes it harder to hit flying animals such as pheasant, compared to a shotgun.
Recommended Equipment: Shotguns
Blaser F3 Game O/U Shotgun
It's O/U configuration allows for a single sight plane, resulting in more accurate shots, which is essential for small game. This shotgun allows for quick follow-up shots, ideal for Pheasants.
Pros:
Has among the fastest follow up shots among the Shotguns, ideal for airborne targets
Single sight plane for superior accuracy
Chambered in versatile 12GA, allowing you to hunt all kinds of prey
Cons:
Capacity isn't as high as other shotguns available
Branded products means that it is quite expensive
Doesn't take optics such as the red dot sight.
12GA Pump-Action Shotgun
A must-have for any avid small game hunter, this shotgun is versatile, easy to use and has a high 6-round capacity. Great for chasing down the fast Cottontails that inhabit Loggers Point. You can even use it on Deer and Hogs with the Slug and Buckshot shells.
Pros:
Large capacity means that missing your first shot isn't always bad
Optics such as the Slug Scope and Red Dot can be attached
Cheap and available in lots of styles
Cons:
Follow up shots are a bit slower, meaning you could lose your target if not careful
Recommended Equipment: Bows
Compound Bow "Snakebite"
A powerful yet simple compound bow, the Snakebite has an incredible draw weight of 80lbs, the highest in the game, allowing you to bow powerful animals, such as the Feral Hog.
Pros:
Most powerful compound bow in the game (Only crossbows can reach higher)
Easy-to-use 1 pin sight
Cons:
Loud compared to other bows
Sight is only configured for 20m, meaning you have to get close to take more accurate shots
Compound Bow "Parker Python"
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Pros:
Super quiet shot volume allowing you to take out whole herds of animals
Advanced 5-pin rangefinder sight allows for shots up to 80m
Cons:
Weak bow, compared to some others
Is quite expensive when buying it and the 5-pin sight.
Recurve Bow (Modern)
For players looking for a more traditional, yet still powerful bow, this modern recurve is the perfect choice. Extremly powerful at close range, it is still quiet. However, this bow is very difficult to use and you need to practice a lot to master it.
Pros:
Powerful yet quiet
Great at close ranges
Cons:
Sightless bow, meaning it is difficult to use
Almost useless at ranges beyond 20m
Takes skill and patience to master
Recommended Equipment: Handguns
.44 Revolver
Powerful and compact, this is the ideal handgun for any hunter, beginner or pro. It has a fast action allowing you to take out multiple targets on the run, particularly good when Hog baiting.
Pros:
Powerful cartridge
High Capacity
Quick follow-up shots
Cons:
Has a substantial recoil
Scopes are expensive for this handgun
.22 Grasshopper
Designed for small-game, the Grasshopper is great for hunting small game at short ranges, and it's semi-automatic capabilities ensure that you can catch up to the fastest rabbit, no matter what.
Pros:
Fast blowback action
10-round capacity
Easy to maneuvre
Cons:
Not as accurate as the .22 Plinkington
Scopes don't magnify as much as the Plinkington.
Hunting Tactics:
In this section I will talk about different methods of hunting which you could use on Logger's Point. As always, try and find the hunting style which works well for you, so if any of these methods aren't for you, then that's fine. Don't always rely on the same tactics for each hunt. You should mix things up occasionally to keep things interesting or to challenge yourself. Anyway, onto the guide!
Hunting on foot
This method is probably the most common way to hunt on theHunter. There are several ways in which you can approach this method, and I will explain some now.
After you've started your hunt, walk around or to a certain area and listen for animal calls as you travel.
Once you have registered the call on your HunterMate, crouch and slowly make your way to the call site.
If you are hunting a particularly skittish species, or a high scoring animal, you should go prone and crawl to it. Use the appropriate calls if you have them, to make the animal(s) come to you. The only animal in Logger's Point with a relatively high roaming speed is the Feral Hog, which often trots, so you should try following it crouching rather than crawling, otherwise you may lose it.
Once you are near, keep scanning the area for your chosen target and make sure you have it's spotting information with your binoculars.
Prone is the most stable shot position, so always try and take your shot lying down. Aim for the Lungs or heart, which is the chest area. Hold your breath with space, then fire.
Keep your finger on the left mouse button to prevent the reload animation. This allows you to see whether you got a clean shot or if the animal ran.
Once you've found the animal, make sure you harvest it with your Huntermate.
Things to look out for:
Alternatively, you can try and locate animals using tracks, but I recommend you only do this if you have a high tracking skill.
If you are bowhunting, try and get within 40m of the animal for an effective shot.
Whenever possible, try and conceal yourself in cover, to make it harder for animals to spot you.
Animals can detect you through sight, smell or sound. If they see or hear you, they will turn and look right at you for a while. If this happens, go prone as quick as possible or take the shot. If you are lucky, they will go back to being idle. However, if they smell you, they will stick their nose into the wind and then run. If you have a good angle on your prey, shoot, but avoid a hasty shot. It's better to track it down for a little while rather than make a hasty shot and have it run for ages.
Ideally, you should bring a good rifle with you for long range shots, or a bow if you want a challenge.Now I will show you how hard it is to use this method on the various animals of Logger's Point, with 1 being easy and 5 being almost impossible.
Whitetail Deer: 2
Mule Deer: 2
Coyote: 3
Feral Hog: 3
Bobcat: 4
Pheasant: 2
Cottontail Rabbit: 3
Stand/Blind/Tower Hunting
This method of hunting requires a lot of patience and some more equipment, but is one of the easiest methods, being very effective with the big game and predator species. Calls or Scent sprays are essential, as well as a bow or fast loading weapon for taking out herds of animals. With a good combination of locations, equipment and shooting skills, you can rack up Hunterscore super quickly.
Beginners should head for one of the 3 towers available at Logger's Point. If you have blinds and towers of your own, make sure you pick a spot where animals are plenty. Use this animal map (Credit to theHunter wiki and the rest of the communnity for putting it together) to pick a good spot.
Bring the right calls or sprays with you and setup at your tower.
Call or spray periodically to make sure animals head to your location.
Try not to accumulate a large amount of animals at your spot, otherwise you may not be able to shoot them all.
Most importantly, be patient! If you had a really good hunt and killed 22 animals, it may not necessarily happen again. Animals roam differently, so don't be surprised if you don't always bag loads of kills.
That being said, animals will try and seek out water or sleeping areas at various times of day, so keep that in mind.
Things to look out for
NOTE: Coyotes can detect you even if you are in a tower, so be wary of any passing dogs that might scare away a group of prey near your tower.
Bobcats will spook nearby animals, so if you see deer trotting around nervously, it means there is a Bobcat in the area. If you are luring cats with an E-caller, they can realise it is a fake when they get close enough and will spook, so be quick when taking your shot.
Baiting hogs is a slightly more expensive but much more effective way to hunt Feral Hogs. I will be doing a detailed baiting guide somepoint in the future.
A bow is great for quietly taking out herds of animals, so I recommend you have one handy.In terms of difficulty, here are the stats:
Whitetail Deer: 2
Mule Deer: 1
Coyote: 3
Feral Hog: 2
Pheasant: 5 (No calls or lures available)
Cottontail Rabbit: 5 (No calls or lures available)
Note: I plan to talk about drives in a more detailed guide, as I think it is too complex to cover in this guide alone.
Conclusion:
Well there you have it, hopefully my guide has helped any beginners with hunting on Logger's Point. Once again, I should stress that this guide is written based on known information ingame as well as my own personal experience with theHunter Classic. I also recommend this great video guide by HooCairs, for those looking to see some techniques put into action:
I wrote this guide over a 1-week period and as this is the 1st one I have written, feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much for reading this guide and keep an eye out for more in the future!
Source: https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1246314579
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