
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: DON COFFMAN
Rolling Along the Blood Trail
Photo: Finding and staying on a blood trail is difficult enough in the daylight, but after dark it can be nearly impossible. This tip will help you keep...

BY: MARK MELOTIK
Hinge-Cutting: Even Better Than Believed?
For many years now, hunters managing land specifically for deer hunting have known about a habitat-improving technique called hinge-cutting, but a recent...

BY: MARK MELOTIK
Ratchet Straps: a Deer Hunter’s Best Friend
Safety should be every treestander’s biggest concern, and now is a good time to think about on how safely you hunted last fall and how you can improve in...

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...
