whitetail deer Articles

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.

Members of the Hadza tribe in Tanzania demonstrate their skills with traditional self-bows and arrows, then try a modern compound bow for the first time.

Insanely lightweight, unfathomably quiet and vibration-free, and lethal beyond a doubt.

Apple Nose Candy from Tink’s delivers the crisp, familiar aroma of fresh sweet apples to attract deer.

Setting your shoulders is critical for top archery accuracy, and here Levi Morgan demonstrates how to do it correctly.

Majic Serving from BCY Fibers is tough enough to handle the energy generated by modern crossbows.

The Edge Solar trail camera from Moultrie features an extra large solar panel for increased charging capacity.

The Wildcat CRX crossbow from Barnett packs big-game stopping power in a compact design.

New from NAP, the rear-deploying Killzone RX 2.3-inch mechanical broadhead delivers impressive cutting power for quick, efficient kills.

A deep dive into the cellular trail cam debate.