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Video: How Bear Archery Contributes to Conservation

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.
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Field Test: LaCrosse Alpha Evolution Boots

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.
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Full-Season Field Test: SpyPoint Cell Cams

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.
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Big Buck Video: Bowhunting Mistake Results in Heartbreak

What bowhunting lesson will you learn after watching this close-range encounter with a big buck in Alberta?
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Antler King Everything But The Kitchen Sink Premium Feed

Everything But The Kitchen Sink Premium Feed from Antler King attracts deer and keeps them coming back for more.
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Whitetail Rut Video: Heavily Palmated Buck Directly Under the Treestand

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.
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HHA Tetra RYZ X3 Bowsight

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

New GPO USA Centuri riflescopes are available in two super-compact and four traditional-sized models.
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Rossi USA R95 .45-70 Government

Rossi USA recently introduced the latest addition to its esteemed R95 lever-action rifle series — the Rossi R95 .45-70 Government.
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Video: Joel Turner’s Steps for Better Bow Shooting

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.
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Ravin R50X Crossbow

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.
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Video: Crazy-Good New Bedded Doe Decoy from DSD

The new Bedded Doe Decoy from DSD looks so realistic that in the author’s opinion, rutting bucks won’t stand a chance.
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(Unpopular) Opinion: When Is a Child Too Young to Hunt?

In the author’s opinion, some state game and fish departments have gone a bit overboard when it comes to youth hunting.
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Archery Aiming Tip: Should You Focus Your Eyes on the Sight Pin or Target?

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?
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5 Proven Tips for Frost Seeding Success

Habitat consultant Jason Say offers five proven tips for getting the most out of your frost seeding efforts.
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Arizona Archery Prophecy QD Arrow Rest

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.
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Leica Rangemaster CRF R Laser Rangefinder

The Rangemaster CRF R Laser Rangefinder from Leica is a great fit for bowhunters who require maximum precision at shorter ranges.
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Video: Expert Bowstring Waxing Tips From T-Bone

Not sure how often or exactly how to wax your bowstring? T-Bone (of Bone Collector fame) demonstrates the correct method.
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Food Plot Video: Frost Seeding Clover . . . With Help From a Leaf Blower?

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.
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Innerloc Carnage Broadhead

Featuring an exclusive aerodynamic wrap, the Innerloc Carnage Broadhead flies like a field point and then opens to a 1.5-inch cutting diameter.
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Easton 4mm Match Grade Half-Out Precision Inserts

Easton 4mm Match Grade Half-Out Precision Inserts redefine accuracy and toughness while offering a new level of customization to the ultra-micro-diameter arrow category.
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Best Whitetail Hunting Footage — Ever!

In the author’s opinion, the video by Jared Mills of mature whitetail bucks feeding — and fighting! — on January 9th in an unpicked soybean field — during a southern Iowa blizzard — is the best he’s ever seen. And yes, Jared finally arrows the biggest buck.
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Savage Arms High Performance Bipods

Savage Arms has added two new High Performance Bipods to its product line.
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NAP Verdict Mechanical Broadheads

Ideal for use with both crossbows and compound bows, New Archery Products 100-grain Verdict Mechanical Broadheads are as versatile as they are accurate.
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Dead Ringer Super Freak Extreme Broadhead

The Dead Ringer Super Freak Extreme Broadhead is designed for hard-hitting bows.
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Confessions of a Whitetail Outfitter

The good, the bad — and the ugly — whitetail clients who occupy a permanent spot in one longtime outfitter’s memory.
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Federal .360 Buckhammer Ammunition

Federal Ammunition has added a straight-wall cartridge to its Power-Shok product line — the .360 Buckhammer.
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Altra Arrows 166 Centrum Premier

The 166 Centrum Premier from Altra Arrows delivers accuracy and efficiency.
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Big Game Bowhunters: 3 Reasons to Aim for the ‘Vital V’

When pursuing everything from whitetails to elk, the best spot for bowhunters to aim is the “vital V.”