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...
Longbeard Mementos Done Right
After you have been turkey hunting for a while, you’ll accumulate a lot of birds, as well as lots of memories and gobbler souvenirs.
I’ve taken 88 longbeards...
Turkey Time!
It’s not deer hunting, but it’s still a whole lot of fun and excitement.
Turkey seasons are either under way or about to begin throughout most of the states...
Follow The Tracks
We all know what deer tracks look like, but it's amazing how many hunters fail to read the clues in tracks. While some hunters are so adept at reading tracks...
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....
Create a Realistic Rattling Sequence
Here’s my tip for making a rattling sequence sound more realistic to any buck within listening distance of your setup.
I’m amazed at a deer’s ability to...
Put Some Air Under That Scent
Laying down a good scent trail is a great way to bring a buck by your stand or make him stop for a shot. Scent bombs (a generic term for any number of...
Left or Right?
No, this is not a political tip. It’s all about your arrow fletching!
Fletching your own arrows lets you add a personal touch to your setup, and it saves...
Doe-Re-Mi
Which does are best to target for removal, young or mature?
You’ve probably read many articles recommending taking big, healthy does to help reduce deer...
Don't Push That Wounded Deer
It doesn't matter how much you practice or how selective you are with your shots, sooner or later you are going to make a bad hit. Gun, bow or muzzleloader,...
Add Rocks to Your Bag of Tricks
I’m an avid bowhunter and have traveled all over North America on hunting trips. I’d like to share one of my tricks with Buckmasters fans. It’s helped me...
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