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Controlling trigger happy hunting

staff — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 18:43:03 +0000

Deer hunting is a recreational pastime that has been around for over a century. It’s more of a thrill factor in the same way someone might get from riding a roller coaster, bungee jumping, or sex… among others.

Doing It The Old-Fashioned Way – Bow Hunting

staff — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 18:43:15 +0000

Using a bow when deer hunting has long been practiced by our early ancestors since the beginning of time; lacking the technology that graces us today, our ancestors had to utilize skill, terrain and luck to bring down their prey.

Tools of the Hunting Trade

staff — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 18:42:23 +0000

There are a few things to be considered when a hunter takes his gear to the forest. As most know, it’s all about just taking the essentials.

Today’s hunter has a combination of both traditional to high tech. Sometimes, maps aren’t as when it comes to knowing a topographical part of any wooded terrain, or to see if there is a vantage point to hide while waiting for the buck to appear.

Footprints Tell Stories

staff — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 18:42:21 +0000

It’s more than just tracking down the deer whenever the hunter finds a set of prints on the ground, and though the answer is pretty much an open debate for most experienced hunters, it could tell a thing or two about the targeted buck.

Setting Up Camp: Do’s And Don’ts

staff — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 18:42:20 +0000

It is normal for the hunter to set up a camping site during the hunting season. The camp site is a place where you can relax, enjoy nature, and get a full nights rest before going out hunting again in the morning. Considering this will be your base of operation during the hunting season, you have to make sure that you have everything that you need all ready in your campsite for easy access.

Seasons of the Hunt

staff — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 18:42:19 +0000

There are a few times that a hunter will have to choose when it’s time to get himself in the chase. Well, the gaming commission will announce when deer season will be open, but it takes nature to bring about the stir of things.

Techniques For A Successful Deer Hunt

staff — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 18:41:51 +0000

Utilizing various techniques in the fine art of deer hunting could boost your success. Knowing your equipment, being aware of weather patterns, and knowing the habits of your prey can also help.

Where to Hunt

staff — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 21:30:33 +0000

In every State where whitetail deer and other animals flourish has set rules and regulations that need to be followed. So unless the hunter happens to be visiting that said State, be prepared to do some homework before going into the woods.

White-Tail Or Muley? Know The Difference Between These Two Cousins

staff — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 21:29:49 +0000

The cousins White-Tailed Deer, or otherwise known as the Virginia Deer, and the Muley, or Mule Deer, are two of the well known species the lives in the American plains. Though somewhat similar in physical attributes for those who aren’t acquainted with the species, there are some minute differences that allow you to separate the two.

The Big Difference

staff — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:29:48 +0000

Toe-may-toe, toe-mah-tow: so for some average hunters they think that any buck that comes in sight of their crosshairs is a trophy. But age does makes a difference in knowing if the buck you tag is the biggest of them all.