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How High Should I Hang My Treestand?
How High Should I Hang My Treestand?
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October 30, 2018

A treestand that is 20 feet up and 25 yards out from the trail gives you a higher percentage chance of hitting both lungs as opposed to a 30-foot shot at the same distance.
10 Solutions for Rut-Hunting Problems
10 Solutions for Rut-Hunting Problems
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October 30, 2018

The deer rut is supposed to be "easy," right? Well, it doesn't always go as planned. Here are 10 solutions to hunting problems you might run into during the whitetail rut.
Increased Hunting Pressure Requires Smarter Treestand Concealment
Increased Hunting Pressure Requires Smarter Treestand Concealment
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October 29, 2018
When a deer hunter's above-ground advantage slips away as bucks adapt to hunting pressure, it's time to be smarter about hiding your treestand.
Bowhunting Pre-Rut Bucks — Part 1
Bowhunting Pre-Rut Bucks — Part 1
Posts
October 29, 2018

Eight ways to shoot for early deer season success.
Two Cases Show How Stupid, Sick People Are With Wildlife
Two Cases Show How Stupid, Sick People Are With Wildlife
Posts
October 21, 2018
Over the course of about 40 years of hunting and fishing, I still can't comprehend how utterly ignorant some people are around wildlife.
How To Hunt Deer in the Great Plains
How To Hunt Deer in the Great Plains
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October 16, 2018

If hunters make good use of the region's narrow draws and concentrated timber, they'll find themselves wanting to hunt deer in the great plains every year.
5-Step Plan for Warm Weather Game Meat Care
5-Step Plan for Warm Weather Game Meat Care
Posts
October 16, 2018
During warm-weather hunting, what you do during the few hours after killing an animal can make all the difference to ensure high-quality, tasty game meat.
The mysterious Bullwinkle Deer
The mysterious Bullwinkle Deer
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October 13, 2018

The Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA) reports that they've been seeing these "bullwinkle deer" since the mid-2000s, and blame this phenomenon on a bacterial infection.
Do Major Weather Events Like Hurricane Michael Affect Deer Hunting?
Do Major Weather Events Like Hurricane Michael Affect Deer Hunting?
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October 11, 2018
Many hunters believe windy days mean less deer movement. Yet, research suggests deer are unaffected by wind and extreme weather like Hurricane Michael.
Deer Health: The Link Between Water And Deer Disease
Deer Health: The Link Between Water And Deer Disease
Posts
October 11, 2018

EHD and blue tongue disease in whitetails are transmitted by biting insects that often live near water.
Why You Should Always Wear Gloves When Field Dressing Game
Why You Should Always Wear Gloves When Field Dressing Game
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October 10, 2018
Today I always head afield with gloves in my pack. Many people like the type of latex gloves medical personnel use, but I prefer thicker rubber gloves like those used for washing dishes.
Ground Stalking Whitetail Deer
Ground Stalking Whitetail Deer
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October 09, 2018
The upside of ground stalking whitetail deer is increased mobility and more buck encounters. There are downsides too. Some seem impossible to overcome. They're not.
Hemorrhagic Disease Can Bring a Silent Death to Whitetail Deer
Hemorrhagic Disease Can Bring a Silent Death to Whitetail Deer
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October 09, 2018
Infected deer begin to show symptoms within a week of being bitten by a midge carrying the virus. They develop a high fever, one reason many dead deer are found in or near water.
Is New Tech Good or Bad for Hunting?
Is New Tech Good or Bad for Hunting?
Posts
October 08, 2018
Historically, there are those who have always been skeptical of technology and innovation in hunting. Often the debate hinges on the principles of fair chase. So is today's new tech good or bad for hunting?
Don't Quit on Quality Deer Management, It WILL Increase Antler Size
Don't Quit on Quality Deer Management, It WILL Increase Antler Size
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October 08, 2018
Quality deer management will increase antler size, but too often hunters don't buy into the recommendations because the results aren't there. Why?
Renting Food Plot Equipment Makes No-Till Farming Possible for Hunters
Renting Food Plot Equipment Makes No-Till Farming Possible for Hunters
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October 02, 2018

Certain food plot practices like no-till farming can require expensive equipment. This keeps many out of the game. Before you give up, call around for a rental.
High-Powered, Pocket Flashlights Are for Everyday and the Trend Is Growing   
High-Powered, Pocket Flashlights Are for Everyday and the Trend Is Growing   
Posts
October 01, 2018
High-powered, pocket flashlights are trending upward in popularity thanks to the growing number of people who consider them a critical benefit to everyday life.
Grizzly Bear Attacks Increase; Bowhunter Kills Sow in Self-Defense
Grizzly Bear Attacks Increase; Bowhunter Kills Sow in Self-Defense
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September 28, 2018
Hunting seasons are open in the Rockies, and grizzly bear attacks are increasing as bears search for food to get ready for winter hibernation.
ARs Are Perfect For Hunting Grizzlies
ARs Are Perfect For Hunting Grizzlies
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September 28, 2018
A grizzly-bear outfitter went looking for the perfect bear rifle and instead formed Alaska Magnum ARs, LLC. He now sells beautiful custom ARs mean enough to take down brown bears.
Field Test: Mystery Ranch Treehouse Pack
Field Test: Mystery Ranch Treehouse Pack
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September 26, 2018

Forget about fumbling for a grunt call or rangefinder this whitetail season, get organized in a treestand with the innovative Treehouse Pack from Mystery Ranch.