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Field Judging Whitetails

Before you pull the trigger or release an arrow, do you know how to field judge a whitetail deer’s antlers? Those who hunt simply to fill the freezer, this is not really an issue. But for those who are hoping to shoot a buck with antlers that meet or exceed a certain numeric score, more often than not, overestimate the size of the antlers, leading to that common malady known as “ground shrinkage.”

How to Judge a Buck's Age Class

Sometimes being bull-headed—or in this case, buck-headed—pays off when it comes to waiting it out for that one good shot opportunity at that mature buck you're chasing.

Tips for a Successful DIY Pronghorn Hunt

Self-guided pronghorn hunts offer tremendous satisfaction, but require pre-planning for success. Here’s what you need to know for DIY pronghorn success.

How to Field Judge a Whitetail Buck

Here are five ways to quickly and confidently judge a buck’s real proportions.

Oklahoma Teen Tags Potential New State-Record Whitetail

Eighteen-year-old Guner Womack recently killed a buck on family-owned property in Pawnee County that will likely become the new Oklahoma state record.

How to Field Judge Bears

Word to the wise: Sizing bears is tough. But big bears have distinctive traits. Here's what to look for if you're ever in bear country with a tag in your pocket and a black bear in your sights.

How to Field Judge a Mule Deer in 30 Seconds

How do you determine whether the buck you’re looking at is good, great or a monster? Here are a few tricks you can use to quickly and confidently judge a mule deer’s real proportions.

10 Great Christmas Gifts for Hunters

Here are 10 gifts the special hunter in your life is guaranteed to appreciate for years to come.

.30-06 Springfield: Is it Still the Best All-Around Big-Game Hunting Cartridge?

In the last 10 years, ammunition manufacturers have delivered newly designed cartridges that are more consistent, more efficient and more precise than ever before. Will the century-plus-old .30-06 Springfield have to gracefully hand the “most popular” position to a new leader?

Journal This Year: How to Record Recent Adventures and Plan Upcoming Ones

Keeping a handwritten journal and reading through old field notes is a great way to preserve hunting memories and helps in planning exciting future adventures. Here are a few ideas and inspiration for creating your own.

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