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This latest Member's Hunt comes from Douglas Franklin of Brunswick, Tenn.

Late-season success in Plains states like Iowa hinges on learning to hunt dwindling food sources, extreme weather and odd deer behavior.

Whether we merely drive across the state or plan a lavish safari to parts unknown, hunting affords us the chance to travel mentally and physically. As we actively recruit and reactivate hunters, it’s important to retain our own zeal for the hunt, for when it comes to refreshment there is no substitute for new game and new ground.

If you hunt deer long enough you will eventually bump up against epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD). The scourge can ruin a deer season and devastate deer populations. The author encountered EHD last year in South Dakota; here’s what happened.

Want to bag more birds this year? Following these simple tips can make that happen.

All scope mounting systems are not created equal. While some may work just fine on one rifle/cartridge combination, another may show the weaknesses of the design.

Contributor Frank Melloni takes the Muddy Odyssey XLT Treestand out for a test-drive to determine how well the features on the stable ladder stand perform in the field.

Many things cross your mind as you anchor, aim and release an arrow at a mature buck. This split second culminates many months of preparation and planning. Let's look at some ways to help you get there.

TenPoint's new reverse-draw Nitro 505 is the fastest crossbow on the market today, delivering speeds of 505 fps using a 400-grain arrow.