whitetail deer Articles

The new-for-2026 Hoyt Carbon RX-10 and Alpha AX-3 (flagship aluminum offering) feature the company’s new XTS Tuning System, which addresses both left/right and high/low tuning issues without the need of a bow press.

When the temps plummet and the wind howls, the Greann line from Prois will ensure cold-weather hunts don’t slow you down.

Each year bowhunters and those who work in the archery industry anticipate the November release of new flagship compounds from Mathews Archery. For 2026, the company announced the ARC 30 and ARC 34.

A few simple oversights can hugely impact your treestand success in the whitetail woods, so follow these tips to get dialed in this fall.

The Spandau RL Bolt-Action Rifle from SDS Arms combines classic styling with a modern bolt gun experience.

The vast majority of whitetail bowhunters hunt from treestands. Here’s how to shoot accurately from an elevated position.

Obsession’s new ride is sizzling fast but also forgiving and highly accurate.

Check out this amazing drone video of a mountain lion stalking a few whitetails in a food plot (a couple acres in size) planted with brassicas and corn.

The joys of hunting with a partner who’s 90-plus years old.

The XKG Wind Defender Shift Bundle from Kings Camo combines two purpose-built layers — the Anorak Jacket and Pant — engineered to keep hunters warm, quiet and focused in the stand.

Tips for using scents, calls and decoys to fool rutting whitetail bucks.

Crafted to endure harsh terrain, BTM (Brush to Mountain) Pro Pants from Forloh are made with a waxed nylon and cotton blend ripstop fabric that is water- and tear-resistant.

A perfect whitetail ambush can be ruined in the minutes leading up to legal hunting time.

The 1.5 Hybrid Robusto broadhead from SEVR delivers strength, FOC accuracy and deep penetration.

The rut is a highly anticipated event in every whitetail hunter’s schedule. As you prepare, remember to consider these three sometimes overlooked potential problem areas.

During the pre-rut, whitetail bucks make numerous scrapes. But not all scrapes are created equal when it comes to hunting near them.

Make sure you’re dressed to kill this fall by wearing the best in bowhunting apparel.

Whitetails often use their incredible sense of smell to bust deer hunters. For that reason, it’s critical for hunters to keep the wind in their favor. Here’s an easy way to know exactly what’s happening with the wind at any given moment.

The BLR Lightweight ’81 Stainless Takedown lever-action rifle from Browning features a heavy-duty rack and pinion design, and quickly breaks down into two pieces.

Rutting whitetails typically don’t stand around and give you lots of time to aim and shoot. To prep for the rut, practice for a shot opportunity of no more than 5 seconds.

Built to handle rugged conditions and extreme cold, the Dryshod Evalusion rubber boot provides sure footing and warm comfort.

A monumental weight reduction, refined CenterMass Sight System, and Cerakote finish combine with DIY-friendly tuning features to make the Bowtech Virtue one of 2025’s finest flagship bows.

Flambeau’s Boss Buck and Boss Babe decoys were designed to stop cruising whitetail bucks in their tracks.

The Blocker Outdoors improved Tree Spider Micro-LT Harness advances treestand safety.

Here’s how to make the most of your next DIY Hawkeye State bowhunting adventure.

Many archers torque their bow due to a poor grip. Here’s how to increase your accuracy and consistency with the proper bow grip.

The Ravin LR crossbow eliminates the guesswork and delivers to-the-yard precision out to surplus distances.

Insightful tips for choosing a deadly broadhead while the opinions wage all around you.

The author has guided big game hunters around the world, and along the way she’s learned the best ways to pack out animals.