“tips and tactics”

When it comes to deer hunting, perhaps no game is more vexing than the wary bucks that inhabit the East. To put the odds in your favor, break from tradition and go rogue.

Tactics that work for whitetails back East may not cut it for deer of the plains and mountains across the West.

So your buddies all bailed—no problem. Here’s how to get a rooster on the ropes when it’s just you and the bird.

Educated ducks and geese pose plenty of problems, but these tactics can help solve them.

Without standing crops to watch over, late-season deer hunting can be about as fruitless as a white oak in winter. When cold weather and wary deer make you want to give in, bundle up and try these tactics.

Run-and-gun turkey hunting doesn’t always cut it. At such times and in such places it’s best to sit tight and let the birds come to you.

The elusive Coues deer is arguably the most difficult big-game animal to hunt. Here are some tips and tactics to help you be successful should you take on the challenge of chasing the “Grey Ghost.”

With these tips and a little patience, you'll be able to bring home more birds this season.

Considering a DIY backcountry hunt? Here’s a comprehensive gear list, along with tips and tactics to help you be successful.