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Stormy Weather Whitetails

Stormy Weather Whitetails by Scott Haugen  Four days of hard hunting, and all I’d seen was a handful of deer, and no bucks. Does and fawns nervously fed along timbered edges, here and there, but the bucks—even the number of does I’d expected—were nowhere to be seen. That night, just as I was ready to call it quits, a storm front moved in. Temperatures dropped more than 30º, … [Read more...] about Stormy Weather Whitetails

The Importance of Dope

The Importance of Dope by Glen Stilson  When I head to the shooting range for some practice or out into the field for a hunt, I always make sure I bring my dope. No, I’m not talking about the much debated green leafy plant; I’m talking about D.O.P.E., or ‘Data on Previous Engagements’. There are a few other versions of the acronym that I’ve heard, such as ‘Data Obtained … [Read more...] about The Importance of Dope

Ladies, 50 Questions to Ask When Booking a Guided Hunt

Ladies, 50 Questions to Ask When Booking a Guided Hunt By Mia Anstine The number of women in the hunting world has exploded. They are initiated into the sport in a variety of ways. Some come to hunt via introduction from fathers, husbands, brothers and other mentors. As they build confidence many show their independence by heading out on hunts of their own. A lady can … [Read more...] about Ladies, 50 Questions to Ask When Booking a Guided Hunt

More Whitetail Reach

More Whitetail Reach by Ron Spomer  Extreme range shooting is today’s hot topic, but one questions whether it should be any day’s hot whitetail hunting technique. There is a point at which long becomes too long. That said, if ever there were a place for needing a bit more reach on a whitetail hunt, the West is it. Here in the great wide open (long may it remain!) we are … [Read more...] about More Whitetail Reach

Venison Swirl Meatloaf

Venison Swirl Meatloaf by Tiffany Haugen  There are countless ways to prepare venison, and grinding it makes it even more versatile. From chili to soups, lasagna to spaghetti, often times it can be substituted directly for beef. To ensure a moist meatloaf, the vegetables stuffed inside this recipe won’t fail. This is a family favorite, not matter what time of year it’s … [Read more...] about Venison Swirl Meatloaf

Keep Them in the Dark

Keep Them in the Dark by Patrick Meitin Kill bigger bucks and keep stands fresher longer by adopting these stealth approaches. It’s a common scenario in whitetail hunting: You scout hard all summer to find that big buck, or that hotspot where big bucks pass regularly, religiously deploying trail cameras to spark more enthusiasm with seeing-is-believing evidence. The night … [Read more...] about Keep Them in the Dark

A Guide to Wounded Deer

A Guide to Wounded Deer By Mark Kayser It occurs repeatedly every year across the wide whitetail range in North America. It doesn’t matter if you hunt with a bow or firearm. If you hunt long enough you’ll likely have to track a wounded whitetail. Wounding may occur from a hasty decision you make in the fog of buck fever, but it’s just as likely to occur from a spooky … [Read more...] about A Guide to Wounded Deer

Homemade Bow Blind

Homemade Bow Blind by Zane Graham As bow hunters we could always use another blind but we don't always want to go out and pay $200+ for a pop up blind. I have a solution to that; it requires minimal materials and is cheap! All you need is 2) 4x16 fence panels, an old trampoline mat, wire, and spray paint. To start, cut the fence panel to your desired length, I cut mine at … [Read more...] about Homemade Bow Blind