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...
Why To Prep Bad-Weather Stands
When most die-hard whitetailers think of ideal hunting conditions, I’d guess most would picture a cool, crisp autumn day some time in the late pre-rut, a...
Better Food Plotting Starts Now
Some deer hunters in search of quality hunting land decide to take the plunge and purchase a plot specifically for hunting. And one of the first things they...
Natural Wind Detector
My favorite wind detection device is simple, readily available and occurs naturally.
In the late summer, I will go to the field and pick a couple of pods...
Evergreen Rubdown
One of my personal favorite tips is something I’ve done for a long time, and it really works for tricking a deer’s nose.
I’m almost never winded, and have...
Clamped Tail? Better Go Trail!
We all know the telltale signs of a deer being hit with a bullet. The obvious reactions are a hunching of the back, a bronco-like kick, stumbling, and a...
Deer Calls: Go All Out!
I’d like to share something with Buckmasters fans that I learned as a young hunter.
When I was a kid, my dad wasn’t always as open to trying out new tactics...
Late-Summer Camera Placement
With summer upon us, most trail camera users likely have at least a few cameras in the woods gathering intel. That’s all well and good, but another important...
After the Shot
We all put a lot of preparation into having our equipment sighted in and ready. As a community, we hunters have done a great job of educating one another...
The Eyes Have It
Scent control is critical, but don’t forget deer can see pretty well, too.
If you can see a deer’s eye(s), it can see you ... or at least catch your...
Create Antler Rubbing Posts
One surefire way to learn if there is buck activity in your area is finding fresh rubbings on small trees, saplings or fence posts.
Before the season starts,...
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