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6 of Our Last 11 Bucks Have Had CWD. Now What?

September 15, 2022   |  From Articles

I caught movement to my right as the buck walked around the side of the hill below a rock outcropping, nose to the ground and on a mission for the first hot doe. I slowly stood and came to full draw as he disappeared briefly behind a large red oak...

7 Great DIY Deer Hunts

September 13, 2022   |  From Articles

If you seek adventure, part of the allure of the outdoors is seeing new places. Hunting provides that opportunity and creates additional elements to enjoy. Forging a DIY pursuit can add additional fun, as being successful on your own sweat, time, and expertise makes it even more rewarding. Although hunters...

Do Biologists Listen to Hunters?

September 13, 2022   |  From Articles

The chatter usually starts after a slow day in the deer woods or duck blind. Disgruntled hunters wonder what went wrong and begin to grumble about the folks charged with managing their wildlife. It’s nothing new. For years, hunters across the country have questioned the competency or even intentions of...

25 Hillbilly Squirrel Hunting Tips

September 8, 2022   |  From Articles

At some point in recent history, squirrel hunting fell down the totem pole of upland game acceptability. Doves, quail, grouse, rabbits, and ring-necked pheasants — a species not even native to this country — all command more admiration and respect from a genteel crowd than squirrels. That’s a shame, because...

Lessons Learned from 15 Freaky 200-Inch Bucks

September 7, 2022   |  From Articles

Huge whitetails are captivating. They’re so uncommon we rarely get to see, observe or shoot one, let alone learn from it. So when we read and hear stories of monster bucks, it’s important to dig into them and see what useful information we can glean. After a decade of writing...

Hunting the 3 States with the Most Deer

September 6, 2022   |  From Articles

Hunters spend more time and money on gear, property, and habitat improvement for whitetails than any other North American species. Why are whitetails so popular among hunters? Supply. At least 44 of our mainland states — plus several Canadian provinces — have populations of whitetails to hunt. Why are whitetails...

Early Results in for Year 1 of Alabama Turkey Study

September 1, 2022   |  From Articles

It’s no secret to hunters that wild turkeys are in decline over large portions of the U.S. — with the Southeast being particularly hard hit. Dr. Will Gulsby and his team at Auburn University, with the support of groups like Turkeys for Tomorrow, the Alabama Wildlife Federation, and the National...

10 More Deer Hunting Myths Debunked

August 30, 2022   |  From Articles

A talking head on outdoor TV puffs his chest and declares, “Man, the full moon is the worst time to hunt!” Sounds pretty good, and you buy it. Your daddy told you never to overhunt a spot, and you never doubt Pops. Stands to reason that if another hunter tromps...

25 Tips for Dove Hunters

August 30, 2022   |  From Articles

Dove season sneaks up on you. One day, you’re mowing the lawn, fishing or, heaven forbid, playing golf. The next, you’re up to your ankles in smoking empties. According to an often-quoted statistic, you’ll shoot five to seven shells per dove bagged. At that rate, the hull pile gets deep...

7 Reasons Why OTC Elk Tags Beat Draw Tags

August 24, 2022   |  From Articles

At least four different bulls bugled practically nonstop all morning long as I flanked a herd swarmed by satellite bulls. One beautiful 6x6 with a lovesick bugle grew attached to my cow calling around midmorning, but when he got to 60 yards — no shot opportunity — and didn’t see...

10 Best Times to Deer Hunt

August 24, 2022   |  From Articles

Deer hunting is a game of odds. It’s also a game of decisions. Knowing when to hunt, when not to, and when the conditions are best for you are all part of the process. In my book, there are 10 times, conditions, or situations when odds become more favorable for...

Research Names Walleye Most Midwestern Thing on Earth

August 24, 2022   |  From Articles

In a story reported by the Washington Post , the most Midwestern thing on earth is the walleye. I’m not making this up. Results were calculated based on the keywords used in Airbnb ads. Property owners interested in renting out their places use the word “walleye” more than any other,...

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