Late season deer hunting demands different tactics. As the cold sets in and food becomes scarce, deer change their habits. This guide will provide key tips to help you hunt successfully during this challenging time… Read more
Looking to unlock the secrets of effective deer scouting? Discover essential techniques in our hands-on guide, answering exactly how to scout for deer. We’ll shed light on using technology, interpreting terrain, and spotting deer sign… Read more
Hanging a tree stand is not difficult, but there are some specific steps you should take to make sure the stand is safely secured to the tree. In this article we share tips and tricks for hanging a stand safely and securely… Read more
The snowy woods of the late season archery hunt are breathtaking, but not just for their beauty. The extreme weather adds a layer of complexity that a good hunter knows how to address. This means knowing how to stay warm while hunting so you can keep comfortable and safe… Read more
Deer are complex creatures, and a ton of external factors affect their behavior. One of the most commonly overlooked is barometric pressure, also known as atmospheric pressure. While it might sound like something from high school science class… Read more
I was soaking wet and beginning to shiver in the cold, pouring rain, but I knew from past experience that deer hunting in the rain could pay off big time! I had been in my tree stand for about 2 hours when the hard rain stopped as the tropical storm moved eastward. Fifteen minutes after the rain stopped, I saw movement about seventy five yards away… Read more
When it comes to deer hunting myths, nothing beats time out in the woods to make your own observations. Like rain and moon cycles, not hunting during windy conditions is one of those things that hunters often just accept as truth… Read more
Written By John VanDerLaan Updated August 20, 2024We may earn revenue from the products available on this site and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more We know that hunting can be a cold and wet experience, but that doesn’t mean your feet have to suffer! By following the tips and tricks in this article, you’ll be able … Read more
Written By John VanDerLaan April 24, 2022We may earn revenue from the products available on this site and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more You have a great piece of land to hunt on, but all of your trail cam pics show that the bucks are only visiting after dark. What if you knew how to get … Read more
There is a certain “coolness factor” that comes with bowhunting. First, it just feels almost transcendental to shoot a bow. Whether you’re sending an arrow at a trophy buck or a target; each shot requires proper archery form and focus to achieve an accurate shot… Read more
One of the most important things that we can do as deer hunters is to help get beginners involved in our sport in order to pass down the traditions of hunting. In this article you will find our best tips for new deer hunters that will shorten the learning curve and help them start hunting and be successful in getting their first deer…. Read more
Deer stand placement strategy will play a major role in your deer hunting success or failure. In today’s post, you are going to learn how to develop a strategy for finding the most productive locations for setting up a tree stand. Keep reading to learn more… Read more
Let’s face it, as deer hunters we are a competitive bunch and we all have those buddies that are consistently successful in finding shed antlers. Today I am going to share the best shed hunting tips so that you can learn how to find deer antlers like a pro!… Read more
In today’s post we are going to address a question that we are asked on a regular basis by our readers. How do you make a mock scrape? We will also address some of the reasons that you should make mock scrapes, as well as what makes them successful in drawing in mature bucks… Read more
I have been practicing deer hunting scent control for more than 30 years and a lot has changed in that time. I will never forget my first attempt at scent control back in the early 80s. I was just a teenager and I had washed all of my deer hunting clothes… Read more