I heard the unmistakable roar of a rifle halfway through the drive. When I reached the top of the hollow, I was thrilled to find my buddy kneeling next to a big-bodied eight-pointer.
The most…
It’s cold. A heavy frost rests solidly on the ground, covering every leaf with a crunchy film that even a mouse couldn’t tread across quietly. Deer season is in the heat of the rut and you’ve left…
There Is More Than One Way to Skin a Buck
For hundreds of years deer have lost their coats to an old fashioned skinning post and a sharp knife, but that doesn't stop hunters from striving to make…
It’s no secret that Americans are obsessed with antlers. Many don’t know, however, that one of the best ways to shoot bigger bucks is by harvesting more does.
Read: Adult Deer *** Ratio - Managing…
Deer usually have an unhurried preference for going around or under obstacles rather than over them. A smart hunter will use this information to help them find where deer are likely to appear.
If…
Whitetail deer will visit scrapes to communicate throughout all phases of the hunting season, but their use is most prevalent during the pre-rut and rut. Create your own mock scrape to monitor deer…
Regardless of your abilities, there are some shotgun shooting basics to always remember when busting clays, upland game hunting, or waterfowl hunting. These basic tips will help you develop your…
If a big buck is what you’re after, remember that they tend to shy away from popular, well-defined trails and the attention they bring. Instead, look for natural routes to hunt deer like funnels and…
The day was off to a great start. Birds were flying, the sun was shining, and spirits were high. Then the unthinkable happened—my hunting buddy’s English Setter collapsed mid-stride.
Tip: Shop dog…
It seems ridiculous that such a large animal is able to appear and disappear in the woods at a moment’s notice, but whitetails are notorious for vanishing like ghosts.
Have you ever wondered how many…
Bowhunters should take a lesson from other athletes who count on an expert to help fit their gear to them.
I see a lot of people at the archery range and their bow just doesn’t fit them. They’re over…
Streams and creeks allow bucks to quench their thirst while finding cooler temperatures and thick cover. This makes them terrific early season hotspots—ones that are neglected by many deer hunters.…
