Recent Tips and Tactics
Bow Sight Covers
By Victor Ortiz
Last summer, I read a Buckmasters Tip of the Week about using different types of koozies as covers for riflescopes. This made me happy, because I have been doing something similar for a long time, except I use koozies to cover and protect my bow sights. A koozie, in case you... READ MORE
“Guinea Pigs” for Trophy Bucks
By Melody Jackson
When it comes to holding out for mature bucks, one thing I believe many hunters lack is patience — especially when other deer are on the field. It’s very tempting to quickly add venison to the freezer when fat does and bucks with marginal racks appear. I have le... READ MORE
Don’t Overlook Eye Safety
By Bob Henry
We all want to be safe when we’re out there hunting and return home without any injuries. After a recent accident, I wanted to share a safety tip with Buckmasters members and everyone who hunts. Hopefully, my story will prevent them from going through the same awful e... READ MORE
Your Secret Buck Sanctuary
By Tim H. Martin
Throughout my two decades of experience in the hunting industry, I've met some incredibly wise hunters, both professional and amateur. I've learned a lot just from listening to and observing the many successful men and women of the outdoors who have crossed my path. One of t... READ MORE
Late Season Feeder Trick
By Dan Acker
For hunters who use spreader-type feeders, I have a late season tip. It’s easy, inexpensive and will help keep deer around your feeder in the late wintertime.
In most regions, this tactic will also help white-tailed deer stick around your hunting area after the seaso... READ MORE
During the Crunch, Pack a Lunch
By J. Dement
Public land can be one of the most challenging places to hunt white-tailed deer. The same can be said about heavily hunted places with a high deer-hunter-to-deer ratio. I have been hunting on public land since 1975, and I have learned a thing or two about both deer and deer ... READ MORE
Shooting Rail Lifter
By Steven Purdy
My tip is a result of wanting to adjust the height of the shooting rail on my metal ladder stand after I moved it to a new location. After setting up my stand, I realized the shooting rail needed to be higher because the lay of the land was different than the previous locati... READ MORE