TIPS
& Tactics
Gut Shot Prevention
I believe one of the most common fundamental errors made by hunters is shooting at moving animals.
Whether hunting with guns or archery gear, knowing how and...
A Little Dirt Never Hurt
Extend the life of your expensive hunting clothing by neglecting it (a little).
While deer hunting is just heating up in parts of the deep South, the season...
Never Say Never
“Never” and “always” don’t apply to whitetail behavior.
When I started hunting whitetails on public land in Pennsylvania, one of the first things I learned...
Don't Give Up On A Good Scrape
Most hunters like to hunt near fresh buck sign, and what could be better than a hot scrape?
Unfortunately, hunting a scrape can be a real hit-or-miss...
Speed Kills
Faster is usually better in trail camera statistics, but know what those figures mean.
Let’s wrap up this set of trail camera tips with a discussion about...
Ready or Not
Getting close to deer isn't the hard part of bowhunting.
The most difficult aspect of bowhunting isn't getting close enough to deer. The hard part is getting...
Leaded or Unleaded
It’s not a big deal if you have to go to a lead-free bullet.
There’s a big push to get rid of lead. In the sporting world, that includes everything from...
Say No to Sweat
Go slowly and carry your insulated clothes in a dry bag.
The key to being comfortable in a deer stand in cold weather is wearing good-quality, well-insulated...
The Calm Before the Storm
The last 30 minutes before shooting light can be the key to a morning hunt.
Most deer hunters know it’s beneficial to get settled into a morning stand early....
Have Twice the Fun and Success
Hunting is always more enjoyable with a friend, but it can also be more productive. Let's face it, unless there is some heavy rut activity, there are times...
See the Light
Find an easily accessible spot to store your headlamp.
Most whitetail hunters wear a headlamp into or out of the woods. Most also spend some frustrating...
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