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...
Longer-Lasting Trail Markers
My tip is a tree-friendly and longer-lasting way to mark the trials leading to and from your treestands.
To begin, I like to use a quality electrical tape. I...
The Key To Growing Bigger Bucks
Many deer hunters who manage their own land dream of taking a "personal-best" buck they may have had a hand in developing. A worthy goal, for sure. But as in...
If You Have To Ask, The Answer is "NO!"
We've all heard horror stories of wounded deer, and bowhunters in particular are prone to be the subject of these sad tales. The real statistics show that...
A Little Dirt Never Hurt
Extend the life of your expensive hunting clothing by neglecting it (a little).
While deer hunting is just heating up in parts of the deep South, the season...
Take a Nap; Kill a Turkey
Turkey seasons are in full swing this month in places like the Deep South and even Hawaii.
Chances are you’ll encounter some henned-up birds in the process —...
Never Say Never
“Never” and “always” don’t apply to whitetail behavior.
When I started hunting whitetails on public land in Pennsylvania, one of the first things I learned...
The Moon vs. Deer
One of the legacies left by longtime outdoor writer Jeff Murray is that he's credited with being among the first to connect deer movements to moon phases....
What Does ‘Antler Burn’ Mean?
After 21 years in the outdoor industry and 40-plus years of hunting white-tailed deer, I thought I knew everything there was to know about antlers.
Recently,...
Don't Give Up On A Good Scrape
Most hunters like to hunt near fresh buck sign, and what could be better than a hot scrape?
Unfortunately, hunting a scrape can be a real hit-or-miss...
Speed Kills
Faster is usually better in trail camera statistics, but know what those figures mean.
Let’s wrap up this set of trail camera tips with a discussion about...
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