Does A Deer Warning Whistle on an RV Really Work? – RVBlogger

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The question regarding adding a deer whistle on an RV is something worth considering when you travel. If you have ever hit a deer, you know the kind of damage they can do to your vehicle, whether it is a car or an RV.

My father-in-law had a well-antlered buck jump into the path of his truck camper and crashed into the window. Along with being frightened, my father-in-law had some minor injuries from the antlers coming through the window. The window was smashed, and the cab-over section was damaged. He was on a four-lane highway, not a country road.

I have also hit a deer with a Ford Explorer, which took out the front grill and the radiator underneath. Neither I nor my father-in-law had a deer warning whistle. Truly, in my own case, there was no time to even swerve the car or think about what to do. The question is whether a deer whistle on an RV or car would have worked to deter the deer.

Let’s take a closer look at deer whistles and what they can or cannot do.

How Do I Keep Deer Away From My RV While Driving?

There are several things you can do to try and avoid deer while driving, which include staying off heavily wooded roads. Practicing defensive driving while on these types of roads might be better than finding ways to keep deer away from your RV.

These wild animals are unpredictable, and when it is mating season, you really have to watch out. Here are a few things you can do if you are in an area with deer.

Before setting out, you can upgrade your headlights so you can see farther in the distance at night. LED headlights are a good option in place of traditional halogen bulbs.

If you are on a wooded road, there might be deer lurking in the trees. Slow down and be aware of your surroundings. Look for deer crossing signs, use your high beams when you can, and look for recently killed deer.

You can also safely assume that if you see one deer, there will be more to follow.

Of course, RVs require more stopping time and will sustain more damage if you hit a deer because of the fiberglass front.

How Do Deer Whistles Work?

Deer whistles are powered…