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...
Organization Pays
Packs are made to organize your gear, but they sometimes need a little help.
We all have different ways to doing things, as well as our own set of...
Nature’s Alert Systems
Part I: Pay Attention to Blue Jays:
When hunting, if you hear blue jays making a ruckus, there might be some deer coming your way. So, pay attention to the...
Make the Most of Testing Season
Summer is finally here, and for deer hunters, that means it's testing season. Those who have recently added new bows and guns need to log plenty of range...
During the Crunch, Pack a Lunch
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...
Don’t Let Your Ladder Sink
In December of 2017, Buckmasters Art Director Ryan Noffsinger had a scary incident while climbing into an old metal ladder stand on his property.
Years...
Doe-in-rut Lures Year-round? You Bet!
Photo: Whether the leaves are green, turning colors, or there is snow on the ground, doe-in-rut (estrous) lures attract bucks year-round.
I've been...
A Different Angle
Intense practice led to a big mistake for this bowhunter.
Last week we talked about habits, including how we repeat what we do in practice. That's usually a...
The Grunt Effect
It seems like no matter how quietly hunters try to get set up in our stands, we always make at least a little unwanted noise in the process.
Between walking...
Coming Home Alive
Photo: A fist-sized survival item gives outdoorsmen a sense of comfort in the backcountry. Tip Editor Tim H. Martin knows all too well — shown here moments...
The School of Loose Nocks
Last season, I learned a valuable lesson about not paying attention to nock tightness, and what can happen if you don’t re-snap your arrow to the string...
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