whitetail deer Articles

Bowhunting World Field Editor Darron McDougal recently tested the new Bowtech Core SR. In this video, he discusses many of the bow’s top features, including CenterMass and GripLock technologies, as well as the innovative DeadLock Cams and new TimeLock system.

With so many great options to choose from, 2024 is a great year to be a bow buyer. Here are 16 models to check out at your local pro shop as you gear up for bowhunting season.

If you come up empty in the western big game draws but still want to bowhunt out West, here are some alternative ways to put a tag in your pocket.

LPX650 Two-Way Radios from Bushnell are ideal for hunters, campers, hikers or anyone else who wants to stay connected while off the grid.

The new Cuddeback Tracks LTE stand-alone cellular trail camera focuses on traditional cell cameras outside of the CuddeLink ecosystem.

The author seeks a clothing solution for October whitetails, when temperatures are 40-65 degrees. He finds it with KUIU’s new Encounter series.

Each year we ask readers like you of Bowhunting World magazine to vote for their favorite hunting and archery brands. The manufacturers highlighted here were chosen as 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards winners in 52 categories.

The author field tests a Barnett Whitetail Hunter 400XTR during two deer seasons in Wisconsin, and along the way learns that this model overdelivers in almost every way.

The Dual Threat Pro SD Climber from Summit Treestands combines versatility and comfort.

The “Connecting with Conservation” video series simplifies the message on how conservation is funded and informs hunters, anglers, trappers and shooters how they are primary funders of land, fish, and wildlife conservation in America.

Featuring 1,600 grams of PrimaLoft Gold Insulation and 100% waterproof construction, LaCrosse Alpha Evolution boots prove to be a critical component of the author’s success last deer season.

The author has used SpyPoint cellular trail cams for a few years, and in this review he details his most recent experience — over a 7-month period — with the LM2, Flex G-36 and Flex-S models.

What bowhunting lesson will you learn after watching this close-range encounter with a big buck in Alberta?

Everything But The Kitchen Sink Premium Feed from Antler King attracts deer and keeps them coming back for more.

The whitetail rut is a magical time to be in the woods — especially in Iowa. And you won’t believe the size of this palmated buck, which walks directly under the bowhunter.

The Tetra RYZ X3 Bowsight features HHA’s most advanced multi-pin technology to date.

New GPO USA Centuri riflescopes are available in two super-compact and four traditional-sized models.

Rossi USA recently introduced the latest addition to its esteemed R95 lever-action rifle series — the Rossi R95 .45-70 Government.

If you want to improve as an archer, on bull’s-eyes or live animals, you have to control your mind through the shot process. Archery instructor Joel Turner can help you get there.

The new-for-2024 Ravin R50X delivers a staggering velocity of 505 fps with a 400-grain arrow and has an axle-to-axle width of only 4 inches when ready to fire.

The new Bedded Doe Decoy from DSD looks so realistic that in the author’s opinion, rutting bucks won’t stand a chance.

In the author’s opinion, some state game and fish departments have gone a bit overboard when it comes to youth hunting.

Bowhunters must decide whether to focus their eyes on the sight pin or target because the human eye can’t keep both sharp, one must go blurry. Is one method better?

Habitat consultant Jason Say offers five proven tips for getting the most out of your frost seeding efforts.

The Prophecy QD full-capture fall-away arrow rest from Arizona Archery Enterprises was designed for hunters and target shooters who demand accuracy, consistency and dependability.

The Rangemaster CRF R Laser Rangefinder from Leica is a great fit for bowhunters who require maximum precision at shorter ranges.

Not sure how often or exactly how to wax your bowstring? T-Bone (of Bone Collector fame) demonstrates the correct method.

Late winter and early spring is prime time for frost seeding clover, and the best news is you need almost no equipment for the task.

Featuring an exclusive aerodynamic wrap, the Innerloc Carnage Broadhead flies like a field point and then opens to a 1.5-inch cutting diameter.