Deer Hunting
In the ‘Cross’Hairs
The constant chatter about how crossbows are for cheaters still fills Stephen Chapman’s ears, several years after the grumbling first started. […]
Deer Hunting
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‘Draw’ your own conclusions
While each of these elements is vital to a successful outcome, one of the most important is drawing the bow unnoticed. […]
Deer Hunting
VIDEO: How to skin a deer
The, Bearded Butchers, YouTube channel promotes itself as the place where you’ll find tips on how to kill it, chill it, cut it, season it, and grill it! And that’s exactly what they do. […]
Deer Hunting
Sportsman TV: Hunting the whitetail rut
Check out this Sportsman TV episode, featuring some incredible deer-hunting footage and great tips from host Greg Hackney on hunting the rut. […]
Deer Hunting
Proposal allows deer hunting within 100 yards of feeder
Baiting deer is one step away from being officially legal, after action proposed last week by the Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks would remove the one major regulation that hindered the practice.
Deer Hunting
VIDEO: How to butcher a deer
The Bearded Butchers YouTube channel promotes itself as the place where you’ll find tips on how to kill it, chill it, cut it, season it, and grill it! And that’s exactly what they do. Check out this 20-minute video demonstrating how to break down a deer carcass into boneless cuts, without the use of a saw. […]
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Pay attention to the business end
Preference in weapons, ammo and sights pales in comparison to the ability to put your shot on target when the opportunity presents itself. […]
Deer Hunting
Don’t toss it — button it up
Deer hunters are often guilty of discarding items that are useful, and could be used to create reminders of a special hunt.
Deer Hunting
Last minute land: go deep, stay late
Most hunting clubs or landowners look for new members or leases during the summer. Word-of-mouth is the more common way that openings get filled, but some larger clubs or tracts may advertise in the newspaper, want ads, or even online on social media pages. […]
Deer Hunting
No matter the weapon, practice
While you’re getting the land and your knowledge of it in shape, don’t forget about re-honing those shooting skills. Whether you hunt with modern firearm, bow or primitive weapon, putting practice time in at the range is a great idea.
Deer Hunting
Draw a bead on bachelor-buck groups
Hunters can pattern whitetail bucks twice a year, and both occur outside of hunting season.
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Sweat the small stuff — all the time
As the calendar flips to September, my thoughts turn to deer and bowhunting. Archery season is already open in some places, and is about to open in many others. No matter where you hunt though, game time is imminent.