For Bowhunting Success, Learn How to Avoid 10 Top Blunders The bedrock of successful bowhunting is not your skills as a woodsman – though they are foundational, no? – but your ability to place a broadhead-tipped arrow on target, every time. Doing so requires an archer to do those things that maximize accuracy, as well as avoid other things that will doom your bowhunt from … [Read more...] about Avoid These 10 Bowhunting Blunders
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The Best Hunting Boots Guaranteed to Dominate Any Terrain
Getting to the top of the mountain, across the farm, or miles into the backcountry takes more than tough leather. Conversely, the best hunting boots are packed with features to keep your feet warm (or cool), dry, and comfortable, and at the same time are rugged enough to handle the abuses of harsh weather and rough terrain. Face it, although often overlooked, footwear is the … [Read more...] about The Best Hunting Boots Guaranteed to Dominate Any Terrain
5 Hunting Tips for the First Time Western Hunter
While most eastern hunters dream of hunting a big-racked elk, they are best pursued once you have your feet wet on other western hunts. In other words, most successful western hunts won't begin with elk. That will come later once you have developed the much-needed skills and experience. Elk hunting can be brutal. Once you succeed at it though, it can be one of the most … [Read more...] about 5 Hunting Tips for the First Time Western Hunter
9 Signs a Guided Hunt Is Right for You
Few things in life are as thrilling and memorable as hunting for game. Whether you’re in it for the meat, trophy, or sport, game hunting provides an experience that you won’t likely forget for the rest of your life. When going on a hunt, you typically face two choices: a DIY hunt where you do practically everything by yourself and a hunting trip where you get the help of an … [Read more...] about 9 Signs a Guided Hunt Is Right for You
Spring Bears, Be Aware
I had packed my bear barrel, gear, bait, and tools miles in all uphill, in hopes of making an offer the local bear populace couldn’t refuse. Due to the lack of roads and trails, it all had to be packed in on back the hard way -- 5,000 ft. upwards to 10,000 ft. above sea level in unseasonably warm weather. The heat from the sun was punishing and the lack of a breeze made it … [Read more...] about Spring Bears, Be Aware
Raffle Tag
Raffle Tag Here is my AZ Special Raffle tag. By Darren Choate … [Read more...] about Raffle Tag
Kansas Bruiser
Kansas Bruiser I saw this buck in a distant winter wheat field early one morning. I made a few grunt call to no avail. However, later that morning, the buck appeared right underneath the tree I was sitting in. Apparently, the buck had tended his doe and was now looking for a fight. I made an almost straight down shot at approximately 6 yards; the buck went about 40 more … [Read more...] about Kansas Bruiser
2020 AZ Archery Bull
2020 AZ Archery Bull The conditions in 2020 were challenging for elk hunting; it was hot and dry! It finally came together for me on the 9th day of the hunt. By Darren Choate … [Read more...] about 2020 AZ Archery Bull
My AZ Super Raffle Buck
My AZ Super Raffle Buck I was luck enough to win the AZ Super Raffle Whitetail tag in 2020/2021. I hunted for over 50 days before taking this buck. By Darren Choate … [Read more...] about My AZ Super Raffle Buck
Turkey Hunting: Success Happens Inside the Bubble
Calling is important, but a proper setup is key! By Heath Wood Nothing excites a turkey hunter more than the sound of a majestic gobble echoing through the air. For many, hearing this sound – or actively calling in order to get a tom to make it – is considered essential to success in the turkey-hunting game. No doubt, calling is a crucial part of most successful hunts, … [Read more...] about Turkey Hunting: Success Happens Inside the Bubble