re: Putting out mineral blocks and stuff like that.

I had a recipe using dicalcium phosphate and mineral salt. It was recommended by mdwfp biologists. I will see if I can find it.


ETA: found it online
WHITETAIL DEER HOMEMADE MINERAL MIX RECIPE
Makes 200 lbs.

1 part Di-calcium phosphate, this is a dairy feed additive bought at feed stores.
Comes in 50lb Bags ,you need one bag.

2 parts Trace mineral salt, the red and loose kind without the medications.
Comes in 50lb Bags,you need two bags.

1 part Stock salt, ice cream salt.
Comes in 50lb Bags , you need one bag.

Directions:

-Use a 3 pound or similar size coffee can to use as your measure for each part of the mix.

-Mix all together well but not until read to use, keep ingredients separate until ready to put to use.

-Dig or tear up a circle in the soil about 36 inches wide and about 6 inches deep.

-Mix your mineral mixture with the soil

Maintenance:

-Replenish in 6 months with fresh supply of mineral, and then each year there after.