Whitetail Journal

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Investigation of Deer-Camp Crimes Ends in a Double Suicide

Deer-camp crimes targeting hunters near Shreveport, Louisiana, ranged from vandalisms and cryptic threats to burning deer stands and planting welded spikes in private roadways.

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Oregon Hunters, Police Offer Reward for Information on Persons Responsible for Maimed Deer

Two to three deer were reportedly maimed by poachers using arrows equipped with field points. Responsible person(s) face charges in Oregon.

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7 Tips for First-Time Bear Hunters

Never hunted black bears over bait? Here’s what you need to know about stands, baiting and field-judging to help you be successful.

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Why Hunting Bans Typically Don't Work

A number of bills in some states to lift or amend hunting bans have been introduced in the last few years. So far, though, none have passed.

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Things to Consider Before a Controlled Burn

Just as a food plot can provide high-quality forage, fire creates a flush of new growth that benefits deer and other game and non-game wildlife.

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Whitetail Journal's Product Preview

Whitetail Journal previews more than a dozen products for the 2018 hunting season. Gear profiles range from the latest Obsession Bow to camera cases and field knives.

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The First Compound Bow

In the early 1960s, Holless Wilbur Allen was fiddling with the first compound bow, hoping to give the bows of the future a mechanical advantage over traditional bows.

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Review: Barrett Fieldcraft

Known primarily for long-range precision rifles used by military and law enforcement, Barrett is making a commitment to hunters with a lightweight bolt-action.

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Hoarding Bait for Black Bear Success

To ensure success during spring or fall black bear hunts, be sure to begin hoarding away bait months before opening day.

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Time to get serious about the spread of CWD

Unless checked, the spread of CWD will significantly impact whitetail hunting's future. Here are the facts.

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State wildlife agency under attack from anti-hunting activist groups

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is under attack by three anti-hunting activists groups suing the agency and its federal partners for a variety of reasons.

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Three inexpensive tools you must have for food plots

On a tight budget, what’s the minimum amount of equipment necessary to plant and maintain food plots?

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Hunting for Food vs. Hunting for Bucks

Not all deer hunters are antler addicts. Some dedicate the entire season to hunting for food and collecting the most organic meats possible.

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How biologists estimate wild black bear numbers

Estimating numbers of wild game animals to help set hunting seasons requires some in-field work and the method used for black bears is quite interesting.

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The evolution of deer-hunting gear

The way we hunt deer — particularly the gear we use — has changed pretty radically over the past 150 years.

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Black magic: hunting North American black bears

After 30-some years, Bob Robb has developed somewhat of an obsession when it comes to hunting black bears.

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Food plots: more or less?

Planning on adding food plots to your whitetail property? These tips can help you make a savvier food-plot plan.

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Food plots: should you plant annuals or perennials for deer?

As you're planning this year's food plots for deer, consider the pros and cons of annuals versus perennials.