Muzzleloaders: Still a Thing?
Is there still a place in today’s modern tech for muzzleloaders? We think so, and we’re going to tell you why.
Deer Hunting
Baiting Deer 101: When, Why, and How
If we want to get right down to it, the truth is that baiting is any form of purposefully placed food designed to draw in animals. That means a feeder full of corn, a salt lick, a pile of apples, and a carefully planted food plot could all be considered baiting.
TAKE THE SHOT: Monster Mule Deer
We’d been hunting for many days in backcountry territory where we had success in years past. We saw no deer and finally decided to pull up stakes and move to a different area.
TAKE THE SHOT: Sitka Blacktail In Alaska
I wanted to go DIY, and after extensive research, I decided to travel to southeast Alaska early in the season and climb to the alpine country with a bivy camp on my back. It would be a lot of work, but I could do things my way and on my schedule.
Take The Shot: A Hawaiian Axis Buck Presents Hidden Challenges
What seems to be a chip shot at a Hawaiian Axis buck presents. But hidden challenges lurk behind the scene. Will you take the shot?
TAKE THE SHOT: Blacktail Buck In the Grapevines
The author searched for hours to locate a particular big old buck, and now he has him in his sights. But so are the barns and buildings of the Winery Headquarters. Can he take the shot?
Savage 110 Long Range Hunter: Reaching Out In 300 PRC
The Savage 110 family of rifles are known for their tried-and-true quality and dependability. This Long Range Hunter is no exception.
Tennessee Cracks Down On Deer Poaching
Hunters in Tennessee were banned from hunting last month after multiple convictions of deer poaching and hunting offenses.
Hunting Wrecks: Episode 1 [Video]
Welcome to the first episode of Hunting Wrecks! In this episode, titled Don’t do this after surgery, we follow the story of a deer hunting trip on horses that ends in disaster.
Considerations To Make When Booking A Whitetail Hunt
Before you book your hunt, there are a few questions that you should be asking a potential outfitter. Each outfitter is going to offer unique experiences from lodging, all meals, and fully-guided service, to a basic trespass fee with stand locations, no lodging, meals, or guides.
Loch Ness Roe Deer
My hunt for Scottish Roe deer…It was unknown to me but we would be hunting the highlands surrounding Loch Ness of all places. This detail added considerably to the memory of the hunt.
Take the Shot? A Young Hunter gets an Opportunity at a Magnificent Mule Deer Buck. It’s a long shot in challenging, windy conditions. Should he Take the Shot? – Presented by Badlands
A young hunter gets a hard-won opportunity at a magnificent mule deer buck. It’s a long shot in challenging, windy conditions. Should he take the shot?
New Jersey Legislation Would Restrict Hunting on Private Property
Legislation proposed in New Jersey would curb hunters’ ability to hunt on private property, even if it’s their own land, in the name of general safety.
Offshore Hunting Paradise – Free Range Hunt-Cationing in the Hawaiian Islands
If you are looking at an exotic destination for vacation and want to spend a couple of days hunting, look no further than the Hawaiian Islands.
Take the Shot? The Author Gets a Surprise Shot at a Big Mule Deer. Full of Adrenaline, His Hands (and everything else) are Shaking. Should he Take the Shot?
The author gets a surprise opportunity at a big mule deer. Full of adrenaline, his hands (and everything else) are shaking. The deer is close. Should he take the shot?
Field-Testing Springfield’s Model 2020: At Home, at the Range, and in the Stand
I carried the Waypoint with me last whitetail season, and I stretched its legs at the range. The Waypoint lived up to expectations, and it may be the perfect crossover rifle for both competition and hunting.
Take the Shot? A Rutting Texas Whitetail Offers a Challenging, Head-on Shot – Presented by Springfield Armory
A rutting Texas whitetail offers a challenging, head-on shot. Your only available shooting position is standing, unsupported. Do you take the shot?
Important Equipment to Pack: December Archery Deer Hunt in Idaho Part 2 of 3
An avid rifle hunter switches teams, flinging arrows in the late season. Read about his steep learning curve and follow him on this adventure!
Setting Up A New Bow: December Archery Deer Hunt in Idaho Part 1 of 3
An avid rifle hunter switches teams, flinging arrows in the late season. Read about his steep learning curve and follow him on this adventure!
Whitetails: If You Build It, They Will Come…
A few seasons back, my buddy Terron introduced me to the idea of creating my own rubbing post complete with a licking branch. It forever changed the way I hunt.
New Hunters – Advice for Jump Starting Someone Into Hunting
Many potential new hunters are becoming interested in hunting due to the food aspect, and as hunter numbers continue to decline it is more important than ever to help new hunters get into the field and enjoy the traditions that we love.
Desert Deer: A Week of Adventure
Coues deer make their home in the Southwest and provide a unique opportunity for serious deer hunters who are willing to spend hours behind their optics and brave vegetation that pokes, cuts, or stings, warm temperatures, and ghost-like deer habits under the semblance of fun.
Take the Shot? A World-Class Coues Deer Offers A Challenging, Long-Range Shot In High-Wind Conditions – Presented by Springfield Armory
A World-Class Coues Deer Offers A Challenging, Long-Range Shot In High-Wind Conditions. The Hunter Is Using Cutting-Edge Long-Range Shooting Gear. Should He Take The Shot?
Top 5 Deer Rifle Slings
If you’ve ever been on a spot-and-stalk or a long hunt toting a rifle without a sling you have probably found yourself realizing just how useful they can be. Check out our top five deer rifle sling picks.
Wisconsin Shed Hunter Finds What May Be the Biggest Buck in Wisconsin History
A deer and shed hunter in Wisconsin recently found what may be the biggest set of whitetail antlers in Wisconsin history.
Making History: This First-Time Hunter is 104 Yrs Old!
One of the fastest-growing demographics of new hunters is rumored to be adult women. And Florence Teeters of Price County, Wisconsin certainly fits into this category. She killed her first deer this year, with her son, at age 104.
Late Season Does
If you struck out during the regular early season hunts, these late season antlerless hunts can be a great way to get outdoors and add some meat security till you get another opportunity to hunt the more sought after antlered game. If you start to get nervous when you can see the bottom of your freezer like I do, then this season can be a great safety blanket heading into the spring and summer months, and with the low cost of tags, the risk versus rewards are low.
Deer-Related Car Accidents Kill 200 People Per Year, Municipalities Urging Public to Join Culling Efforts
Deer-related car accidents kill 200 people per year.
Going Long For Axis Deer: Hunting a Free-Ranging Texas Exotic
The Texas sun was just beginning to drop below the trees, when I heard the strange bellow and grunt of an Axis buck from the top of a far hill. Glassing, I caught sight of the buck’s spotted coat moving between the live oak and mesquite, well over 600 yards away.
The Birthday Buck | Watch Video
“If it was easy, everyone would do it.” That was the thought going through my mind as I woke up to my alarm clock obscenely early yet again. The coffee pot was gurgling away as I dressed in the dark and tried not to wake my sleeping wife.
The Last Minute Buck: Late Archery Season Success
Sometimes a hunt comes down to luck. My hunt was about to end early with a broken bowstring until I found a buck at the last moment.
Looking for Big Mule Deer
When opportunity knocks, it’s wise to open the door—especially when it comes to mule deer. The hunt may be hard, but good advice on locations and attention to weather can improve your odds.
Tips for Western Whitetails
It’s always a good idea to gather tips from other hunters. Make the most of your next hunt by considering these observations from past whitetail seasons.