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...
Do You Have a Record in the Attic?
I think we'd be amazed if we knew just how many record book antlers are gathering dust in attics and garages across the country, yet never get any...
Foil the Fawn Killers
Photo: Mike Scott tells of a trail camera capturing a coyote bringing 27 fawns into its den within a four-week period!
The damage coyotes and bobcats inflict...
Tuning Makes Good Shooters Great
One of the rites of spring for many bowhunters is kickstarting shooting practice sessions. Regular practice will improve anyone’s accuracy, but you might...
Don’t Forget the TP!
Other than for having it on hand when nature calls, toilet paper can serve another important purpose for hunters. I use TP for blood trailing, too, and keep...
Itching to Scout?
If you’re like me, you’ve been missing the deer woods for several months and you’re itching to do some pre-season scouting.
This time of year, that itch...
Deer Marker Arrow
How often has this happened to you?
You’ve just shot a deer with your bow or crossbow, and in your excitement, you’ve climbed down from your treestand to...
Push Gutting Rabbits (Knifeless Field Dressing)
Now that deer season has ended and we (hopefully) have freezers full of venison, hunters in many areas turn their attention to small game.
Rabbit season is...
Speed Isn’t Everything
Both gun hunters and bowhunters favor a flat-shooting projectile. The flatter a bullet or arrow travels, the less the hunter has to worry about aiming high...
Pass? Shoot? Wait?
Photo: A deer’s body angle, your adrenaline, a deer’s demeanor and confident shooting are all part of making effective shots.
Have you ever panicked when a...
Plan B
Have backup plans in place for essential gear.
I was hunting with an outfitter in Illinois about 15 years ago. He dropped me off at the edge of a pasture...
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