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Deer processing: how to remove the backstraps

Get step-by-step instructions and watch the short video to learn how to remove a deer's backstraps.
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2018 report: deer hunting trends

A study covering the latest deer hunting trends was recently released by the Quality Deer Management Association. It's 68 pages of data and whitetail harvest information. Here's what stood out at first glance.
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Find the Shed Antlers, Find the Deer

When you stumble upon the shed of a mature buck, take note. this could very well be the same place you can bag him.
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Find unpressured, mature bucks in the suburbs

Small pockets of excellent whitetail habitat are found in nearly every community. Finding these little gems can provide excellent hunting for unpressured bucks.
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Biology, Bucks highlight annual Southeast Deer Study Group meeting

Grizzly bear numbers have recovered enough after years of federal protection to consider future hunting seasons, according to the Wyoming Game...
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Quick, delicious venison tacos recipe

Use this delicious taco recipe to free up freezer space for your upcoming fall hunting season.
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The post-hunt interview video we need more of these days

Grizzly bear numbers have recovered enough after years of federal protection to consider future hunting seasons, according to the Wyoming Game...
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State wildlife commissioner, agency under fire for hunting scandal

Grizzly bear numbers have recovered enough after years of federal protection to consider future hunting seasons, according to the Wyoming Game...
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First Case of CWD Confirmed in Mississippi Deer

A whitetail collected on Jan. 25, 2018, in Issaquena County has tested positive for chronic wasting disease. To date, CWD has been confirmed in 24 states, three Canadian provinces and two foreign countries.
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Drought grips United States, but don't freak out about the wildlife

Grizzly bear numbers have recovered enough after years of federal protection to consider future hunting seasons, according to the Wyoming Game...
Package Deer Rifles

Four new ready-to-go deer rifles for 2018

You can't beat the convenience of a deer rifle that comes with a pre-mounted scope. If you're in the market, consider these four great package rifles.
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Deer processing: How to remove the hams and sirloins

Doing it yourself is cheaper and faster. Learn how to debone a deer to get those nice sirloin cuts and hams with these step-by-step instructions and video.
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Video: Ballgame venison rolls with sinful gravy

Venison tenderloin on a roll. Yay. Except this party food is about more than bread and meat. There's a bourbon gravy involved. Super quick; super easy.
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Train your dog to find shed antlers

It won't be long before hunters are out scouting for shed antlers. Why not train your dog to find and fetch them? Here are a few quick tips.
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Surefire’s watches are lit and rechargeable too

While Surefire is often known for its military and tactical products, many miss the brand's line of watches and wrist lights. The illumination is top shelf and the two price points for watches make entry level within reach for many.
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Review: Mission Archery's MXB Charge

Smooth and accurate, this new crossbow was born to hunt.
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Explainer: the science behind a deer's sense of smell

You don’t need us to tell you that a deer’s sense of smell is its primary defense. But what exactly makes a deer’s nose so good?