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Lease or Buy Your Next Hunting Property?

It’s a big decision to lease or purchase hunting property, and there’s more to consider than the annual cost.
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Best Way to Kill Ticks

Everyone hates ticks; here’s a quick and easy way to kill one.
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Summit Aluminum Folding Climbing Sticks

Putting up a hang-on stand for deer season is simpler with Summit Aluminum Folding Climbing Sticks.
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Bow Review: Prime REVEX 2

With stability built right in and a new cam system, Prime Archery’s latest launch — the Prime REVEX 2 — is a winner.
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Scent Thief Body Wash & Shampoo

Proper odor control extends well beyond field spray at the truck with Scent Thief Body Wash & Shampoo.
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Hawk Helium Hammock Saddle

Deer hunters can get mobile with the Helium Hummock Saddle from Hawk.
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Bow Review Video: Prime REVEX 2

Bowhunting World’s Field Editor Darron McDougal recently tested the new-for-2023 Prime REVEX 2. Spoiler: With stability built right in and a new cam system, it’s a winner.
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Traditional Bow, Compound or Crossbow: What’s Best for You?

Each type of archery equipment provides a unique shooting and hunting experience. Here’s how to pick the right tool for your bowhunting needs.
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TAC Vanes LRP Arrow System

The TAC Vanes LRP arrow system delivers superior downrange performance.
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Wild Turkey Video: Rarely Seen Reverse Camera Angle of Bow and Gun Shots on Gobblers

Using trail cameras to capture the reverse angle view of wild turkeys, Ted Miller finally kills an Iowa gobbler after missing twice — once with bow, once with gun.
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Guidebook to Your Next Out-of-State DIY Whitetail Bowhunt

An out-of-state DIY whitetail bowhunt might mean a lot of work, but the rewards can be great.
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Bowhunting World — 2023 Ultimate Gear Giveaway

The Ultimate Gear Giveaway is back!
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TruFire Edge FT Bow Release

The TruFire Edge FT bow release features adjustable travel and a linear-motion bearing for smooth operation.
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Video: Arrowing a Boone and Crockett Yukon Moose

Well-known bowhunter Tom Miranda’s 10-day Yukon moose hunt has come down to the wire. Then he and his guide spot the bull of a lifetime.
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Millennium Treestands Bowlite L-116 Single Ladder Stand

Check out the new Millennium Treestands Bowlite L-116 single ladder stand for affordable, portable comfort.
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Index-Style Release Aids for Bowhunting

Index-style releases get a bad rap from many archers, but for real-world bowhunting, they are without equal.
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Bow Review Video: Bowtech Carbon One

Bowhunting World’s Field Editor Darron McDougal says Bowtech’s latest carbon marvel, the Carbon One, raises the technology and performance bars.
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The Grind ‘What the Flock’ Turkey Decoy Pack

The Grind offers the What the Flock turkey decoy pack for turkey hunters who rely on a lifelike setup.
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T.R.U. Ball Pointer Bow Release

The Pointer from T.R.U. Ball is an all-in-one hybrid release.
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Crossbow Review: Excalibur Assassin Extreme

During brutally cold conditions in northern Wisconsin, the ultra-reliable Excalibur Assassin Extreme recurve crossbow proves to be fast, accurate and comfortable to shoot.
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Millennium Outdoors G-450 Ground Blind Chair

Lightweight and portable, the G-450 ground blind chair from Millennium Outdoors provides comfort for all-day sits.
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Last Chance Archery Ready Blade

The Ready Blade knife from Last Chance Archery was designed specifically for archers.
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Pro-Tracker Archery Arrow Recovery System

The radio frequency Arrow Tracking System from Pro-Tracker Archery helps bowhunters locate downed game regardless of conditions.
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Revealed: 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards

Each year our staff asks the readers of Bowhunting World magazine to vote for their favorite hunting and archery brands. The manufacturers highlighted here were chosen as Readers’ Choice Awards winners in nearly 50 categories.
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Primos Custom Mill Turkey Plaques

Custom Mill turkey fan plaques from Primos offer an attractive way to commemorate a successful hunt.
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11 Top Crossbows for 2023

Crossbows provide the impetus for increased recruitment and retention among modern bowhunters, and play an expanding role in big game management.
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Food Plot Video: Tips for Successfully Snow Seeding Clover

You don’t have to wait for snow to melt before spreading clover seed on food plots. Here’s how to get a jumpstart on spring food plot chores.
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Jeff Foxworthy Fail Video: Why Deer Hunters Must Stay Focused

Comedian Jeff Foxworthy delivers important how-to bowhunting advice in a way you’ve never seen before.
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Video: DSD Preening Hen — A New Take On ‘Confidence Decoys’ for Wild Turkeys

When it comes to so-called “confidence decoys” for wild turkeys, the only option is a feeding hen, right? Wrong.