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...
Looking Past Buck Fever
Every hunter seems to have a buck fever story. Who hasn’t developed a good case of the shakes at some point in their career?
This usually happens to newbie...
Save a Buck
Take your time to evaluate your target when hunting for meat or to balance ratios.
Deer hunters are becoming more aware of the need to keep buck-to-doe...
Whitetails & Waterways
Have you seen them? Of course you have. Each year avid deer hunters are inundated with new-gear innovations and improvements touted to lead you to your next...
5 Ways To More Ground Blind Success
While it’s true that treestands offer many advantages, portable ground blinds are dependably deadly when conditions are right. For many private landowners...
Military-style Planning for Hunters
Critical to any military operation is Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield (IPB).
I've found the military decision-making process (MDMP) is not unlike...
Zip That Quiver!
Photo: Removing his quiver and having a second arrow at the ready enabled Tim H. Martin to tag this beautiful Illinois buck. Here’s a great way to hang your...
Know Your Nuts
Acorns are not like wine, and white is definitely better than red.
Acorns are one of the white-tailed deer’s favorite foods, but getting a buck isn’t as...
Rope a Step
Start your tree sticks higher by using this nearly weightless rope hack.
This week we're following up on our previous tip about using Amsteel rope for tree...
Get a Grip on Tree Steps
Have you ever slipped or come close to falling off a ladder rung or tree step? I have, and it's not a fun experience. Losing a foothold or handhold almost...
Dealing with Anti-Hunters
Photo: The restoration of the wild turkey due to sound management practices is a wildlife success story. Let anti-hunters know about this, and other...
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