Entries Tagged shooting tips

Beginning deer hunters — and some experienced ones — aim too far back on a quartering-toward whitetail. Here’s how to avoid that critical mistake.

The author spent 25 hours over three days walking the many miles of SHOT Show aisles checking out new products. For him, the innovative Ratchet Rest shooting bag system from Real Avid ranked No. 1.

True or false: You can zero your deer rifle at 30 yards and be “hunt ready” at longer ranges such as 100, 200 and 300 yards?

Shooting a crossbow accurately, especially on whitetails and other big game, requires some smart planning and dedicated practice. Here’s what you need to know.

Do you have trouble missing gimme shots on pheasants, quail or grouse? Here’s how to improve your upland hunting shooting skills before opening day.

Index-style releases get a bad rap from many archers, but for real-world bowhunting, they are without equal.

Lack of consistency with bowhunting gear can be traced back to one (or more) of four reasons. The author explains each one in detail, and also provides paths to recovery.

Many hunters miss or make marginal hits on wild turkeys because they aimed at the wrong spot. Here’s how to drop a tom or jake with one well-placed shot.

Any archery practice is good, but nothing beats the realism of a 3-D course.

It’s a mistake to believe that bowhunters must shoot a heavy poundage bow to make lethal shots on deer and other big game.

Don’t settle for paper-plate accuracy. Become a bow sniper with these advanced tips.

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.

You’ve purchased a handgun for personal/home defense, and signed up for a private lesson. Assuming you selected a qualified instructor, what can you expect?

Legendary tournament shooter Levi Morgan spills the beans with his tips for beating target panic. Yes, he battles it, too! This is the first video of a four-part series.