Deer Hunting: Post-Season Scouting Equals Next-Season Success
While the art of last-minute scouting won’t soon disappear, most hunters know they’d be better served having been better prepared. The season’s end is the best time to get the drop on deer movement and behavior. And you don’t have to worry about busting your spot putting boots on the ground.
5 Worst Places to Deer Hunt in the Early Season
Some spots are better than others, but most of these should be avoided.
15 Tips for Hunting Big-Buck Bedding Areas
Here are 15 ways to slip in undetected and kill that buck of a lifetime.
Trapping in the Land Between
Gene Garrett's passion is suburban trapping, and as it's becoming a more popular and lucrative pastime he shares his knowledge with the next generation.
Avoid 5 Common Mistakes
Years of experience teaches hundreds of lessons if you keep an open mind. Of course, it is better to learn those lessons from the mistakes of others so here are five to avoid this season.
Join the Hunt: Start Them With Waterfowling
Want to ensure the next generation becomes productive members of society? Consider asking them to join the hunt, and start with waterfowl. Its mix of hard work and fast action is sure to keep ’em coming back—and on the right path.
Know-How: Smart Plans for Rut Stands
To have the best chance at seeing a buck, you must stay in step with the rut's three basic phases when choosing where to place your stands and which days to hunt them.
How to Stalk Your Way to a Frustrating Tom
When the birds clam up and refuse to come to calls, you need to go to them. Where safe and legal, stalking and fanning a tom works wonders. Read this then try low-crawling.
Know-How: Eastern Ways for Coyotes Anywhere
Unlike in the West, hunting Eastern coyotes means thick woods and heavy cover. Use these techniques and tips to meet those challenges head-on in any region.
Know-How: Make-or-Break Stand Setups
Being ready for the rut starts with knowing where to place your treestand—and why.
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