Some people just want to deer hunting more often. Unfortunately, work oftentimes gets in that way of that. For those seeking more time in the outdoors, here are 13 jobs that let you hunt more.
1. Accounting
Accountants experience their heaviest workload from January to June. This widow is outside of the bulk of deer season, and outside all of it for some states. While they still work during these months, timing is much more flexible.
2. Airline Pilot
3. Business Owner
Perhaps the best option for getting more time in the treestand is being a business owner. Of course, that depends on the industry the business is in. Still, if you’re a one-man show and the slow season is during the fall and/or winter, or if the business is built up enough to have employees, that gives you more time. Construction work and carwashes are two great examples.
4. Factory Work
5. Firefighting
Another excellent option is being a firefighter. This career path revolves around several days on, and several days off. That’s perfect for deer hunters who hope to maximize their time in the woods.
6. Freelancing
7. Healthcare
Some jobs in the healthcare field are like firefighting. Oftentimes, these skilled workers finish their workweek in three to four days. In the fall and winter, that leaves three to four days to go deer hunting.
8. Hunting Guide
9. Landscaping
Those who hope to make great money and spend more time chasing whitetails should consider landscaping. The slower time of year falls during the best times to deer hunt. That alone is reason enough to consider it.
10. Lawn Care
11. Offshore Workers
Those who work in the oil fields tend to get their time in on condensed schedules. This regularly leads to an increased number of days in the deer woods. That said, it does call for extended periods away from home. Some don’t like that tradeoff.
12. Outfitter
13. Writer
As a writer, I can vouch for this trade as a great option for those who like to hunt. Writers can work from virtually anywhere, including the deer blind. You can also work odd hours to maximize time outside, too.
All things considered, these jobs that let you hunt more are many options for deer hunters. But that isn’t the only factor. Talk with your family. Think about your career goals. Pray to God about the situation. Hear what He has to say about it. And then make your move, if or when the time comes.