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...
Same ... but Different
Tactics and tips might require modification for your location.
While considering a tip for this week, it struck me how many strategies and techniques don’t...
Bottlenecks and Funnels
Anything that brings more deer into less space increases your odds of success.
Last week’s tip about fences was an example of the funnel effect, where a...
Cold Slap in the Face
A facemask can keep you in your stand, but don’t let it ruin your hunt.
Deer hunting the late seasons requires you to endure one difficult obstacle: Staying...
Time for Maps and Apps
Take advantage of turkey seasons to get a jump on next fall.
Some of the best scouting opportunities occur immediately after deer seasons end, but it's...
Keep a Gear Checklist
Make a List. Check it Twice.
It never fails. You settle into your stand and suddenly realize you’ve forgotten something important. We hunters use so much...
The Tarsal Hoarder
Photo: Jackie Bushman has tagged countless bucks using a combination of modern scents and a tactic he’s used since childhood.
Saving and using tarsal glands...
Deer Body Language
Psychologist can interpret a person's mood by reading his body language, and a hunter can do the same thing with deer. Deer will give you a lot of signs if...
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...
Build Your Own Stand Pack
Most of my whitetail hunting takes place on public land, often where stands must be packed in and out the same day. And while I’ve jumped on the current...
Identify Food Sources
One of the indisputable facts about deer hunting is that deer have to eat in order to survive. Because of this, it's critical that you know what food sources...
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