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Stacking the Odds for Early Deer Success

Having problems tagging an early season whitetail buck? These proven tactics can make the difference.
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Boss Buck Acorn and Apple Liquid Mineral Attractants

Boss Buck says that its Boss Sauce Acorn and Apple Liquid Mineral Attractants can pull deer in from long range and lasts for weeks.
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Make the Most of Your Whitetail Stands

Not all whitetail stands — ground blinds and treestands — are created equal. Now is the time to review past deer hunts to optimize the plan for your next sit.
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Broadhead Design: The Case for Serrated Blades

Have you ever wondered why some bowhunters prefer broadheads with serrated blades? The answer might surprise you.
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Test Your Knowledge About Treestand Safety

Stay safe when hunting from an elevated platform by following a few simple precautions. Take the quiz to find out how much you know about treestand safety.
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John Deere Gator XUV835M

From hauling deer hunters and gear to building food plots, the John Deere Gator XUV835M has been updated for 2021 to make it easier to operate with improved control.
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20 Years of Hunting Mountain Sheep

The author killed his first mountain sheep ram in 1986, the last in 2005. The adventures along the way were priceless.
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Tips for Hanging Treestands on Public Land

Whitetail success on public land often begins with learning how to quickly and quietly hang a portable treestand.
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Whitetail Lessons: The Maple Tree Buck

Sometimes we learn more from our failures than our successes. Here is one of the author's most memorable whitetail lessons learned.
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Crossbow Hunters: Why Ground Ambushes Are So Deadly

If you primarily hunt whitetails from a treestand with a crossbow, then you should consider adding ground ambushes to your game plan.
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3 Hacks to Combat Trail Camera Thieves

It’s frustrating — and expensive! — losing a trail camera to a thief. Here’s how to combat the problem this fall.
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Crossbow Review: CenterPoint CP400

A detailed look at the easy-to-assemble, lightweight, highly accurate and streamlined CenterPoint CP400 crossbow.
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HuntStand Mobile App

As you research hunting hotspots, the HuntStand mobile app helps you find public property, as well as learn who owns private land. Boundaries and access points are clearly marked and available with a few touches on your phone screen.
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Chuck Adams' Practicing Advice: Why Bigger Bull's-Eyes Are Better

You’ve heard the archery advice, “Aim small, miss small.” If that works for you, great. For many bowhunters, however, there’s a better system.
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Dealing With Public Land Hunting Pressure

You can adapt and overcome hunting pressure on public land to become a more successful big game hunter.
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Backpacking Basics for a Wilderness Hunt

If you want to tackle the challenge of a wilderness hunt, start by learning these backpacking basics.
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Victory Archery VF TKO Hunting Arrow

Bowhunters looking for a combination of speed, power and durability should consider the VF TKO hunting arrow from Victory Archery.