The Original Hemp Rope for Mock Scrapes
The Original Hemp Rope for Mock Scrapes: Build More Effective Rope Scrapes with HODAG’s HempScent Rope Systems
Field proof: One of our first buck images on HempScent Rope in 2019 (left). On the right, a Wisconsin buck marking the rope in 2025.
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Why HODAG HempScent Rope works for mock scrapes
Our HempScent Rope is a proprietary blend of fibers, giving you maximum absorption to act like a scent sponge—absorbing and holding both our HODAG AllSeason Scent (included in all rope scrape kits) and the deer’s natural glandular scent, longer. We designed the HempScent Rope fibers to be extremely durable without chemical treatment, so your setup can last in the elements for years—becoming a self-sustaining community signpost for bucks, does, and fawns all year long.
- Excellent scent absorption & slow release
- Lasts for years in the elements without chemical treatment
- Deer naturally apply their own glandular scents
Video: Value and Results of a HODAG HempScent Rope Mock Scrape Setup
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How to create an effective HempScent Rope mock scrape
What you’ll need — the HODAG HempScent Rope System: Single-Setup or Multi-Setup (includes AllSeason Scent, attachment cord, and HempScent Rope).
Pick the spot — travel corridor, heavy trail/crossing, or field/plot edge with good visibility and wind advantage.
- Hang the rope — attach to a sturdy branch or limb using the pre-attached paracord.
- Hang height — adjust so the end of the rope is 3–4 ft above the ground (nose level for your average deer).
- Clear area — using a weed whacker or machete, completely clear around the rope of brush, tall grasses, and debris so deer can access from multiple wind directions.
- Rake up ground — use a rake, weed whacker, or your boot to disturb a large, beach-ball-sized area below the rope to bare ground.
- Apply scent — with the included HODAG AllSeason Scent, soak the rope fibers and let some drip into the bare dirt below.
- Monitor — hang a trail camera 10–20 ft away; cellular cams help reduce pressure. Once deer are consistently interacting, you won’t need to re-apply often—they’ll do it for you.
For more in-depth setups across states and habitat types, visit our
HODAG Outdoors YouTube Channel.
Hemp Rope Mock Scrape Kits — Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | HODAG HempScent Rope Systems | Wildlife Research Center Golden Rope | Tink’s Naturally Primes Scrape Rope | ConQuest Rope Scrape Kit | Raised Hunting — The Hemp Rope Bundle |
| First to Market | The Original, brought to market in 2020 | Brought to market in 2023 | Brought to market in 2025 | Brought to market in 2025 | Brought to market in 2025 |
| Proven Field Results | Years of extensively documented deer use | Limited shared results | Very little shared results; pen-raised deer | Limited shared results | Limited shared results |
| Knotted End | Yes | No | Yes | No | No |
| Rope Type | Proprietary blend of natural hemp + other untreated absorbent fibers (HODAG spec) | Fiber rope | Fiber rope | Sisal rope | Natural hemp |
| # of Setups in Box | 1–3 (varies by system; Single-Setup or Multi-Setup: 36–72 inches of rope) | 3 (three short ropes, 30 inches each) | 1 (32 inches of rope) | 1 (36 inches of rope) | 1 short piece (18 inches of rope) |
| Scent Included? | Yes — HODAG AllSeason Scent (4–8 oz depending on system) | Yes — concentrate | No — claims “pre-scented” by pen-raised deer | Yes — stick-style scent | Yes — spray-style scents |
| Price (USD) | $24.99–$39.99 | $34.99–$47.99 | $24.99 | $34.99 | $69.99 |
Differences Between the Single-Setup & Multi-Setup
Single-Setup: A field-ready kit to create one mock scrape. Simply open the bag, hang, and scent the rope. Includes 36 inches of rope, 4 oz AllSeason Scent, and 10 ft of pre-attached paracord.
Multi-Setup: A larger quantity of HempScent Rope and AllSeason Scent for multiple scrapes however you choose. Includes 6 ft of rope and 8 oz AllSeason Scent.
FAQs
Look for a rope that meets this criteria: These are the criteria we used when we formulated the HODAG HempScent Rope fiber blend.
Hemp fibers are naturally tough and weather-resistant, so a single setup can hang for seasons and become a
community scrape—a scent hub deer revisit year after year. We add super-absorbent fibers to increase scent uptake and retention while maintaining durability. Many commodity manila (abacá), jute, and sisal ropes are oiled or otherwise treated to resist moisture and decay—great for utility use, but often less absorbent, so they can hold less scent. Untreated versions exist, but they typically break down faster outdoors. If you consider them, check the product data sheet for finishes/coatings. Ready to build a long-lasting mock scrape? Shop HODAG HempScent Rope. HODAG AllSeason Scent is a proprietary, small-batch formula we hand-mix in Green Bay, WI using natural and organic compounds. It contains no deer or animal urine, glands, secretions, or fluids, and nothing considered food or consumable. The formula is designed to jump-start interaction on a fresh rope and encourage natural scent marking—one reason it’s included with every HODAG HempScent Rope System. How to use: Liberally coat or soak the rope fibers upon initial setup. Once deer are consistently interacting and leaving their own scent, frequent re-application isn’t necessary. Regulations for scents/attractants vary by state—always check local rules before use.What rope is best for mock scrapes?
What about jute, manila, or sisal?
What’s in HODAG AllSeason Scent?
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