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...
Tinker Season Treestand Prep
What’s your favorite off-season whitetail project? For many it begins and ends with rigging and tuning bows, but an often-overlooked chore is treestand (and...
Yoga Mats — for Deer Hunters?
Photo: Phillip Larsen shares useful tips on hunters using yoga mats. Here, Phillip poses with a dandy 11-pointer he arrowed in western Maryland last season.
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4WD Safety Tips
Because so many Buckmasters members own four-wheel drive vehicles, these tips from a driving school instructor could teach hunters a thing or two about 4WD...
Useful Experience in Ground Hunting
I'd be lying if I said I'm a great ground hunter, but I sure do enjoy the opportunity to be eye to eye with whitetails at close range. I've been trying my...
Don't Quit for Lunch
By now most deer hunters have heard or read that noon can be a good time to hunt, especially during the rut, but not many realize just how good the lunch hour...
New Stand? Bring Your Compass!
Experienced hunters use a compass for more than just map reading.
To make my treestands most effective during hunting season, I always carry a compass. I use...
How Low Can You Go?
The best treestand height is the lowest point that allows you to shoot.
One of the most common questions we receive at Buckmasters is, “How high do I need to...
Cheap Camo Face Paint
I'm a frugal guy and will find ways to cut corners any way I can when it comes to hunting supplies.
One great tip I'd like to share is that makeup is makeup,...
It’s Go Time!
While there are geographic variations, Halloween generally marks the beginning of what I consider to be the start of serious rut activity throughout a...
Topo of the Mornin'
Maps are your best friend when you're about to tackle new ground.
Magazine articles about hunting new ground always mention the importance of using...
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