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Whitetail Deer Season 2023: What Are Your Expectations?

Throughout much of the Midwest, Halloween marks the start of the best whitetail deer hunting of the season. Do you have realistic expectations for the next couple of weeks?

October 25, 2023

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6 Tips for Using a Deer Decoy

Never used a deer decoy? Here are six tips for luring a buck into shooting range. At times a decoy works so well that it feels like cheating!

October 24, 2023

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Bow Review: Hoyt VTM 31

A few subtle enhancements to an already proven platform move the Hoyt needle forward.

October 23, 2023

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7 Ways to Beat the Heat During the Whitetail Rut

Global warming may be fact, it may be fiction — but it’s been really hot during the whitetail rut the past couple of seasons. Here’s how to beat it.

October 20, 2023

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Must-See Moose Video: Man Confronts and Hits Massive Bull on Antler

You’ll almost certainly never be in this situation, so a warning of “Don’t try this at home” isn’t needed. Just watch this moose video and be amazed.

October 19, 2023

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Bowhunting Video: Where to Aim on Deer Under Your Stand

When a deer is under your treestand, it’s critical to know where to aim for your arrow to penetrate both lungs.

October 18, 2023

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3 Top Rubber Boots for Deer Hunters

No deer hunter wants to have cold or wet feet. Here are three top rubber boots for keeping your feet comfortable in the field, regardless of the conditions.

October 17, 2023

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23 Heavy-Hitting Deer Scents and Odor Control Products for 2023

A look at some of the premier products for luring whitetails and keeping their nose at bay.

October 16, 2023

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6 Proven Tips for Fooling a Whitetail’s Eyes

How to make your next treestand or ground blind disappear right before a whitetail’s eyes.

October 13, 2023

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Crossbow Review: Wicked Ridge Raider 400 De-Cock

The Wicked Ridge Raider 400 De-Cock checks the right boxes for bowhunters who have about $750 to spend.

October 11, 2023

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Video: Pronghorn Jumps the String — and Results in a Quick Kill

Video often reveals what happens while an arrow is in the air, and here it shows that a bowhunter was actually lucky that a pronghorn jumped the string.

October 09, 2023

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12 Tips to Choosing Your First Crossbow

Not sure which features are most important when shopping for your first crossbow? Class is in session!

October 06, 2023

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KUIU Yukon TR Hunting Rain Gear

KUIU Yukon TR Hunting Rain Gear is a great choice when 100 percent waterproof and windproof protection is required for the duration of the hunt.

October 04, 2023

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Full Range Hanging Systems Double System

The Double System from Full Range Hanging Systems offers a unique space-saving option for displaying two trophies.

October 03, 2023

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Bow Review Video: Hoyt VTM 31

Bowhunting World Field Editor Darron McDougal recently tested the new smooth-shooting Hoyt VTM 31. Despite being a short hunting bow, it has tons of stability.

October 02, 2023

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Have a Plan for October Whitetail Success

Beating the dreaded “October lull” requires understanding the massive changes in the whitetail woods, then adjusting your strategy to stay one step ahead of your quarry.

September 29, 2023

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Vantage Point Archery Omega Broadhead

The Omega Broadhead from Vantage Point Archery combines the features of a single-bevel head with the strength of a double-bevel head.

September 27, 2023

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Vintage Video: Cooking Venison Backstrap . . . On a Treestand Platform?

When it comes to cooking venison backstrap over an open fire, Dan Fitzgerald demonstrates a unique — and surprising — technique.

September 25, 2023