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...
The Rut Is Critical
One thing every deer hunter should know is the approximate time of the whitetail breeding season in the area they hunt.
The rut is critical because this is...
Warmers in Extreme Cold
My tip is a follow up to a 2013 Buckmasters Tip of the Week submitted by bowhunter Stacy Vaccaro.
Stacy explained how she uses disposable hand and toe...
Give the Most to Your Host
If you are blessed enough to have access to hunting on private land, be thankful, but also, get to know your hosts.
Think about things from the perspective...
Don't Miss High
Ninety percent of the shots missed at deer are high. If you shoot at a deer and he just stands there looking at you, chances are good that the shot went high....
Take Time to Take Photos
In hunting, the chance to capture a special memory on film passes like lyrics to a song by Kansas: “Only for a moment, and the moment’s gone.”
I learned that...
For Luck or For Fun, Name Your Gun
Recently, I watched the movie "Full Metal Jacket." There's a scene in boot camp where one private asks another if he'd named his rifle yet, for good luck.
I...
Thank Your Mentor
Show your appreciation to the people who introduced you to the outdoors.
Forgive me for getting personal this week, but I just lost my father and am feeling...
Don’t Fear the Grunt Tube
This season, I realized something about grunt tubes I’d like to share with Buckmasters fans. Sometimes bucks will not respond to one type of grunt, but...
When Jays are Squawking . . .
One of my favorite tips is something I suppose many hunters think about, but rarely talk about.
Next time you hear blue jays making a fuss, remember this...
Super Close Doesn’t Mean Slam Dunk
One of the most deceptive yet effective shots in whitetail hunting is when the deer is standing directly beneath or within a few yards of your elevated...
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