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New Crossbows for 2020

This year’s crossbows are wildly fast and more maneuverable than ever.
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Montana Decoy Archer’s Choice Plot Pack

The Montana Decoy Archer’s Choice Plot Pack can be used throughout the entire archery deer season to lure whitetails into shooting range.
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Is an Outfitted Big-Game Hunt Right for You?

A top-notch outfitted big-game hunt isn’t cheap, but in the author’s opinion it’s often well worth the price.
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Hunting Whitetails on Private Land — Without Permission?

Did you know you can hunt whitetails on topnotch private land without knocking on doors? In many states, these “walk-in areas” are lightly hunted and often loaded with deer.
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2020 Top New Compound Bows

A summary of the latest technology and new compound bows from top manufacturers.
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Broadhead Sharpening: My Offseason Archery Skill Improvement Project

If you shoot fixed-blade broadheads, do you sharpen them first or trust they’re ready to roll straight from the package?
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Millennium T100 and T360 Tripod Stands

Millennium T100 and T360 tripod stands are ideal for hunting whitetails and other big game when there are no suitable trees for hang-on portable stands.
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Video: Is This Deer Playing With a Dog?

Whitetail deer are often unpredictable, but chances are good you’ve never seen one behave quite like this before.
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Field Test: Rage Hypodermic NC

Put to the test, the Rage Hypodermic NC two-blade mechanical broadhead definitely makes the cut.
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Setting Up a Long-Range Bow for Western Whitetails

Setting up a long-range bow for western whitetails isn’t difficult but it does require a clear understanding of the habitat and targeted subspecies.
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Nikon Prostaff 1000i 6x20mm Rangefinder

With angle compensation technology, the Nikon Prostaff 1000i 6x20mm Rangefinder will tell a bow or gun hunter the correct aiming distance for the shot.
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Analyze Trail Cam Pics From Last Whitetail Deer Season

Now is the time to go through trail cam pics from last whitetail deer season to begin building a plan for success this fall.
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Bow-Friendly Ambushes for Whitetails

It’s time to tackle a few chores for the fall season. Though you’ll leave your archery gear at home to complete these whitetail duties, it’s vital to keep the focus of the bow front and center.
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Roadtripping for a Velvet Whitetail Buck

One bowhunter’s fascination with shooting a velvet whitetail buck takes him on a multi-year journey to accomplish a feat in an unlikely place and manner.
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Does Shoot-Through Mesh Affect Broadhead Accuracy?

Modern pop-up blinds feature shoot-through mesh window coverings, but not all broadhead types fly well though them.
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3 Bow Hauling Tips: The Loop System

Don’t damage your bow or bowsight when hauling the gear into treestands. Here are three tips for ensuring your equipment makes it in good shape.
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Real Avid Level-Right PRO Scope Leveling Tool

You can be sure to have your scope mounted straight with use of the Real Avid Level-Right PRO Scope Leveling Tool.
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Planting Chestnut Trees for Deer

Bob Wallace from Chestnut Hill Outdoors shows how to properly plant and care for chestnut trees.
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Bow Shooting Tip: Get a (Proper) Grip

Many archery accuracy problems can be traced back to a poor grip, which causes bow torque at the moment the string is released. To become a more consistent shooter, improve your bow grip.
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Plant Your Food Plots With the Firminator

The Firminator is a food plot implement designed to disc, plant and cultipack all in one machine, which ensures all seeds have excellent seed-to-soil contact — highly important for good seed germination.
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Whitetail Ammo Recipe for Success — 13 Picks for Accuracy, Consistency and Terminal Performance

A rifle is only as good as the ammunition you feed it. The good news is there’s a wide selection of whitetail-centric offerings tailor-made for anchoring North America’s most popular big game animal.
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Viking FX1 Crossbow Package

If you’re looking to purchase an affordable ($209.99!) crossbow kit prior to whitetail season, then check out the Viking FX1 Crossbow Package.
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DIY Whitetails

Regardless of where you live and hunt, employing these proven western tactics are bound to boost your DIY whitetails success.
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Riton Optics X5 Primal 10x42mm HD Binocular

Whitetail hunters looking for fully multi-coated lenses and HD/ED glass in an affordable package should check out the Riton Optics X5 Primal 10x42mm HD binocular.
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Traditional Bows: Don’t Draw Too Much Weight

Just because you draw 60 or 70 pounds with compounds, don’t assume you can handle the same weight on traditional bows.
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Hinge Cutting for Whitetails

Use the positive effects of hinge cutting to improve whitetail habitat on your property.
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Ameristep Doghouse Run & Gun Blind

Bowhunters looking for a portable and affordable ambush option should check out the Ameristep Doghouse Run & Gun Blind.
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Reduce Rifle Recoil With Ankle Weights?

When introducing a youth or other beginner to deer hunting, an ankle weight could be your best friend.
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Quick and Easy DIY Project: The Boot Puller

Problem: Removing rubber boots that fit tight around your ankle. Solution: The boot puller.