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Our man chases elusive mule deer through the wild weather and perilous wildlife of Wyoming’s high country.

What it means and how to cope: a dismal but honest look at the current state of Western tag allocations, with ideas for alternate hunting adventures.

It is often the first installation in a deer camp. It is usually a timber cut from nearby woods but it could be a salvaged scrap pipe. Regardless, it is always a place for hunters to gather, assess and admire deer. It is the buck pole, a symbol of success to American hunters.

The Woodman Arms Patriot muzzleloader is light, short and easy to carry. It shoots extremely well and, with the closed breech, can be waterproofed to ensure it goes off every time. It’s accurate enough to manage the open country, light enough to climb mountains and small enough to handle well in a deer blind.

Contributor Mike Roux gives readers some early-season buck-hunting tips to get on the board fast.

Most state departments of natural resources investigate hunting-related shootings, and boating and OHV deaths, but they do not investigate treestand deaths; local police personnel do. Consequently, up to 73 percent of all reports of treestand falls do not list whether the victim was wearing a fall-restraint device.

Contributor Larry Case runs through the benefits of training new hunters on squirrels.

Available with cellular data service from either AT&T or Verizon wireless, the WC20 boasts a new-for-2022 body housing, with a the compact design of just 5.5-inches high x 4.5-inches wide x 3.0-inches deep.

Contributor Mike Roux details how to train for, hunt, preserve, prepare and cook delicious dove—hunters' favorite September treat.