Our antler obsession is no secret, but many hunters may not know about the full annual process that bucks experience when creating these wonders of nature. Understanding this cycle can help you pattern bucks throughout the year—or at least settle some arguments at hunting camp.
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On an evening just after a full moon I sat overlooking a lush food plot. The field was full of familiar greenery, complete with strips of corn running right down the middle. Suddenly a doe burst from the cover to my left. By instinct I grabbed my rifle. Sure enough, ten seconds later he was there. As the last light faded I clicked off the safety and brought an end to my four-year drought.
Those facing crowded conditions when deer hunting are always searching for secluded, overlooked spots. I’ve found a few such overlooked gems over the years. One such place you may not think of is an island.
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Pinpointing the Best Doe Group to Hunt Near During the RutWe’re told in countless articles and blogs to deer hunt near doe groups as the rut approaches. But the real key to success is to find the right doe group. 7 Late Deer Season Mistakes You Must Avoid If You Want to Tag Mr. BigOne of the best ways to improve your chances for a mature buck as deer season winds down is to eliminate tactical mistakes. More often than not, those mistakes are a matter of neglecting important opportunities, rather than actually committing errors. Avoid these seven common late deer season mistakes, and your chances of scoring should improve dramatically as the last few weeks of deer hunting wind down. Got the Deer Season Blues? Here’s 5 Tips to Help You Bag a Last Minute BuckThe crowds of deer hunters are gone and the woods are again silent—and that terrain suddenly appears barren to most hunters. You’ve got an unfilled deer tag in your pocket, and you’d like to fill it. The clock is ticking and your hours of opportunity are shrinking. What will you do? Stay Put in Your Treestand with These 5 TipsMany deer hunters don’t stay out all day, and that can be a mistake, especially during the rut. If you want to maximize your time in the field, and your chances of tagging a trophy, here are some tips: Hunter and Non Hunter Basic Safety Tips During Hunting SeasonWhen it comes to hunter safety, learn it, preach it, and - most of all - practice it yourself, because it's easy to get overconfident and become careless. Always remain conscious of safety when you head to the woods. |
