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...
Big Bucks Hide in Small Places
Most hunters think that you have to go deep in the woods to find a big buck – deeper than anyone else is likely to go. That’s partially true: You will find...
January Scouting
This is a great time to get a better read on local deer behavior.
One trait shared by whitetails and humans is we're creatures of habit. If something works...
Build Whitetails’ Tolerance for ATVs
One characteristic I’ve noticed among white-tailed deer is, when given proper conditioning, they will develop a comfort level with ATVs, farm machinery and...
Setup Checklist
The Devil’s in the Details!
First time hunters often make small mistakes that lead to big failures. That’s all part of gaining experience and learning how to...
Too Close for Comfort
Don’t set up for 20-yard shots if you can shoot well out to 30.
One of the most common problems with stand setups is being too close. It’s natural to want an...
Reverse Trail Blazing
Here's the way to come and go like a ghost.
I like to hunt in the hard-to-get-to places. This often means finding a stand site where most hunters won't go,...
Rock Climber’s Tips for Hunters - Part II
Last week, I shared a tree-climbing tip I learned from my days of training as a rock climber.
This tip dealt with the standard rock climber’s rule of always...
Read the Sign
Put some fun back into your hunting by going back to basics.
Have you ever seen a magazine article that explains how to tell the difference between a buck...
6 Ways To More Deer Hunting Access
Mark Herr, left, and son Kyle Herr with a stud of a suburban buck.
Venison Scrap Dog Treats
Photo: Bob Takeo shares a fantastic idea for utilizing every scrap of your deer, even the silver muscle-lining tissue.
Last season, I was home when my son...
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