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...
Shooting Rail Lifter
My tip is a result of wanting to adjust the height of the shooting rail on my metal ladder stand after I moved it to a new location.
After setting up my...
Hinge-Cutting: Even Better Than Believed?
For many years now, hunters managing land specifically for deer hunting have known about a habitat-improving technique called hinge-cutting, but a recent...
A Little Off the Top
Sometimes we focus so much on what we can see from a stand that we forget to consider what a deer sees from his angle. Whether you’re hunting with a gun, bow...
Don't Be Afraid of a Little Water
It's simple but true: If you want to take a big buck, you have to hunt an area that is home to big bucks. While most huntable woods have a big buck or two,...
Prepping For Early Success
Searing heatwaves in the depths of summer mean one thing to deer-hunting fanatics: We’re creeping ever closer to whitetail season. Better still, the first few...
Don’t Split that Neck! Use the Y Cut
Photo: Dave Graber says there’s no need to split the entire neck of your buck when removing the cape. A small Y cut is MUCH better.
Next time you shoot a...
Honey Locust, I’m Home
Every region has lesser-known high-draw whitetail food sources.
One of the best ways to experience steady deer action throughout a hunting season is to key...
Venison Confusion: Backstraps vs. Tenderloins
Backstraps and tenderloins: Are they the same thing? The answer might surprise you if you’re a hunting newbie, and it even might be news to some of you...
Cool Camp Fridge
Have you ever been on a hunting, fishing or camping trip and wished you had a small refrigerator? I know an iceless way to keep your cool things cool in camp.
Patience, Patience
The game isn’t over until the fat lady shoots ... or something like that.
Taking bucks consistently is an art. Anyone can luck into a big buck, but it takes...
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