Entries Tagged Big Game Hunting

California Desert Bighorn Sheep Photo by California Department of Fish and Wildlife

CDFW Investigating Die-Off of Desert Bighorn Sheep

Wildlife biologists from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife are investigating what appears to be a significant mortality event associated with respiratory disease among the San Gorgonio desert bighorn sheep population in Riverside County.

January 19, 2019

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Making the Second Rut Work — Part 2

The second rut spurs another round of whitetail activity, and savvy hunters can be successful during this time. Here are the proven tips on how to do it.

November 14, 2018

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Aggressive Strategies for Hunting the Deer Rut

When bucks are chasing sometimes the best way to get a shot is to aggressively attack them. Here’s how to make it happen while hunting the deer rut.

November 13, 2018

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How To Hunt The Deer Rut When The Weather's Nasty

What do you do when rain, snow or extreme wind threaten your best chances to hunt the deer rut? Don't despair, because it's not as bad as you think.

November 12, 2018

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First Look: Kimber Adds More Calibers for Mountain Ascent Rifle

Kimber has added a few calibers in its lightweight Mountain Ascent line for 2019 along with outfitting it in the snazzy Subalpine camo pattern.

November 08, 2018

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Bob Robb's Tips For Hunting Whitetails During The Rut

Despite all the research and data, whitetail behavior during the rut remains unpredictable. The best way to counter that is to keep your game plan simple.

November 07, 2018

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Rules For Bowhunting The Whitetail Rut

There’s no better time to chase whitetails than November in the Midwest, but there are factors for hunting during this season that should be understood.

November 05, 2018

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Second Mississippi Deer Tests Positive for CWD as Disease Spreads

A second deer has tested positive for chronic wasting disease in Mississippi less than 50 miles from a neighboring state.

October 31, 2018

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State Parks Great Places for Hunters to Crash on the Road

One bad thing about traveling is worrying about your hunting gear at hotels, but when you crash at a state park your concern will be getting too much sleep.

September 28, 2018

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Grizzly Bear Attacks Increase; Bowhunter Kills Sow in Self-Defense

Hunting seasons are open in the Rockies, and grizzly bear attacks are increasing as bears search for food to get ready for winter hibernation.

September 28, 2018

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ARs Are Perfect For Hunting Grizzlies

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.

September 28, 2018

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Judge Ignores Biology, Protects Grizzly Bears With Ruling That Ends Hunts

A federal judge has restored protection for grizzly bears, ending the first scheduled hunts in 40 years in the Lower 48 after almost a month of delays.

September 25, 2018

Tim Crawford Treestand Safety Awareness Month

Treestand Safety Awareness Month: A Cautionary Tale About Falling While Hunting

Let Tim Crawford's story of falling from a treestand while deer hunting be a reminder to "Stay Safe–Stay Connected" during Treestand Safety Awareness Month.

September 19, 2018

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Skull of Extinct, Gigantic Irish Elk Netted by Anglers

Anglers snagged and pulled in a gigantic Irish elk skull and antlers from Lough Neagh, a freshwater lake in northwest Ireland.

September 11, 2018