How To

An ongoing question for every hunter is: “Where do I hunt?” Whether you’re an elk hunter, deer hunter, or turkey hunter, finding the best public or private hunting land is crucial for a successful hunt.

More often than not, coyote hunters will steer clear of public land, believing it is overrun by other hunters or that any surviving coyotes have already left the land. Do not believe these stereotypes!

Why does it sometimes seem like the biggest bucks only come out after the rut? Because it's true!

Winter can be difficult and sometimes even frustrating for hunters. Deer movement begins to change drastically, conditions start to seem unbearable, and suddenly, that big buck on your trail camera is nowhere to be found.

Not all of us have acres upon acres of private hunting land at our fingertips. Finding a place to hunt can be challenging, especially at the last minute.

Although it is only October, and we are still in the pre-rut phase, the preparation for executing the rut starts now.

Nothing says "field to table," like harvesting your own Thanksgiving turkey. Not only is it a healthier and more economical way to feed your family this Thanksgiving, but it is also a lot more memorable than heading to your local Walmart and picking up a Butterball.

A successful whitetail deer hunt on public land requires many things, but resilience and knowledge play the most crucial role. Whitetail scouting on public land requires a tactical and focused skill set acquired by maneuvering a variety of changing variables.

As hunters, we have always been told that hunting in the wind will not yield the big buck we've seen on our trail cam. Time after time, we have been told that in high wind conditions, deer movement is almost nonexistent.

To hunt the wind for deer, position your stand downwind or crosswind of expected deer movement. Plan entry and exit routes to avoid blowing scent into bedding areas, and adjust your setup as wind direction changes. Deer rely heavily on scent, so controlling wind exposure is critical for avoiding detection and increasing hunting success.

When it comes to the annual whitetail rut, you no longer have to leave it to chance, your best guess, or any of the outdated and inaccurate myths and urban legends that have been passed down from hunter to hunter over time.

Every year, we see pictures of giant whitetail bucks taken on public land. How can this be? Where are they?