Research: Shooting More Bucks Reduces CWD
Harvest data from Western states and provinces suggest shooting more bucks one year reduces the prevalence of chronic wasting disease the next. What’s more, the pressure on the buck segment seems to be more effective if the harvest occurs near or during the rut.
5 Worst Places to Deer Hunt in the Early Season
Some spots are better than others, but most of these should be avoided.
First Look: Pro-Drag Hunting Scent Combo by Wildlife Research Center
Wildlife Research Center has released its Pro-Drag Hunting Scent Combo, combining a Pro-Drag scent dispenser with Trail's End #307 scent.
Rut Strategies: Hunt Wide-Open
Deer hunters know the rut produces unpredictable behavior in bucks. Acknowledge that, and you’ll understand why November is not the month to remain conservative. Instead “open the throttle” and hunt hard.
Know-How: Lessons From The Rut
The rut is here, so perhaps it’s time to throw caution to the wind. Deer don’t act normal, and neither should you.
Attention to Detail Makes for an Ethical Hunter
With your heart racing and a big buck in the scope, it’s easy to overlook the small stuff. But ignoring the details can spell disaster.
Your November Rut Playbook
Here’s a week-by-week guide to staying in step with the rut this month to up your odds of tagging the buck you want.
Scout Mule Deer Now
Hunters who pursue the monarchs of the West for the first time face steep learning curves if they don’t do their homework.
Know-How: Make-or-Break Stand Setups
Being ready for the rut starts with knowing where to place your treestand—and why.
A Rifle Hunter's First Bowhunting Buck
A rifle hunter catches the bowhunting bug, becomes a better hunter and bags a fiancé along the way. Still, her hardest-earned “trophy” will be a mature whitetail buck.
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