Entries Tagged Dave Maas

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How to Hunt the Wind – and Avoid a Whitetail’s Nose

Whitetails identify and avoid predators by using their eyes, ears and nose, but they rely most on their sense of smell to survive. Here are five rules for how to hunt the wind and avoid detection by a whitetail’s nose.

November 04, 2020

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How to Hunt the Whitetail Rut — My 2.5-Week Game Plan

Approaching the whitetail rut with a solid game plan maximizes your chance for a close-range shooting opportunity.

October 28, 2020

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Deer Hunting’s No. 1 Ground Ambush Tip: Break Up Your Silhouette

You don’t have to be in a treestand to fool a whitetail’s eyes. The key for on-the-ground deer hunting success is breaking up your silhouette.

October 23, 2020

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P&Y Club to Consider Potential Velvet World Record Non-Typical Mule Deer

The P&Y Club has announced the formation of a special panel to verify a potential velvet world record non-typical mule deer tagged by Justin Gordon.

October 19, 2020

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Video: An Effective and Simple System for Sharpening Fixed-Blade Broadheads

Sharpening fixed-blade broadheads isn’t difficult, provided you have the right tool and a bit of guidance.

October 16, 2020

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Why Two Waders Are Better Than One

One pair of waders is better than none, but to stay comfortable hunting and fishing in all conditions, it makes sense to own two pairs with different insulation qualities.

October 15, 2020

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Does Human Urine Spook Whitetails?

Not sure whether you should pee from your treestand? The author offers his insight.

October 14, 2020

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Video: Where to Shoot a Whitetail for Double-Lung Hits

Do you aim too far back on a broadside whitetail, or too low when aiming from a treestand? Find out before making a big mistake this fall.

October 13, 2020

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Broadhead Design: The Case for Serrated Blades

Have you ever wondered why some bowhunters prefer broadheads with serrated blades? The answer might surprise you.

October 02, 2020

Crossbow Hunters: Why Ground Ambushes Are So Deadly

If you primarily hunt whitetails from a treestand with a crossbow, then you should consider adding ground ambushes to your game plan.

September 25, 2020

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Chuck Adams' Practicing Advice: Why Bigger Bull's-Eyes Are Better

You’ve heard the archery advice, “Aim small, miss small.” If that works for you, great. For many bowhunters, however, there’s a better system.

September 21, 2020

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Our Best and Worst Outdoors Stories: The Outfitter from Hell — Plus a Heaven-Sent Buck

For the next several weeks, we’ll be talking to our editorial staff about their best and worst experiences in the outdoors.

September 16, 2020

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Youth Hunter Shoots 280-Class Non-Typical Kansas Whitetail

Paslie Werth, age 14, shot a 40-point buck on family land in Kansas during the state’s youth deer season.

September 15, 2020

Alaska Guide’s Tip: How to Bleed Fish for Top-Notch Fillets

Taking a couple minutes to bleed fish prior to cleaning them ensures blood-free fillets and the best possible flavor.

September 11, 2020