
TIPS
& Tactics

BY: LORELEI MENIST
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...

BY: JACK BAKER
2-D Man Decoys
As an avid bowhunter, I'll use every trick in the book, no matter how crazy, to fool a deer's senses. This particular tip will help deceive their eyes.
How...

BY: MARK MELOTIK
Patience: The Key To More Big-Woods Bucks
Veteran turkey hunters know that one of the keys to success with most every setup is a good dose of patience. A fired-up tom’s booming gobbles might be...

BY: DANNY RASNAKE
Clear a Path to Success!
Photo: Small things lead to successful deer hunting. Raking a path to your stand could help put venison in your freezer.
One of the most important aspects of...

BY: MARK MELOTIK
Hog Hunting Can Improve Your Success with Deer
For many avid deer hunters a new year means new challenges and adventures. One I highly recommend, especially for those who hunt primarily from treestands and...

BY: PATRICK DUNNING
Concealment As Needed
I recently relocated my cell camera and established a fresh feed site on a property I have permission to hunt and received photos that night of some decent...

BY: ANDREW DAVIS
Arrow Deflection String Test
I live in the upper Midwest where the terrain is thick and not bowhunter-friendly.
When I choose a treestand location, I have to trim a lot of foliage just...

BY: MARK MELOTIK
Build Your Own Deer Waterhole
Of the many projects deer hunters should be juggling during the spring, creating a manmade waterhole on your property might be one of the biggest keys to...

Screw-in Tree Step Tips
I am a hunter who prefers hang-on or lock-on style treestands. Screw-in tree steps are my favorite method for getting up and down.
As you’ve probably...
