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Why Oct. 20 Kicks off the Best Bowhunting of the Year

October 20, 2021   |  Brow Tines and Backstrap

Historical “rut curves” assembled by whitetail biologists over decades show that while bucks have been sign-posting for weeks now in the early fall, they really crank up their scraping around October 20. Data also show that in central and northern states, 5 to 7 percent of a herd’s does are...

Hot to Not Duck Hunting After Opening Day

October 14, 2021   |  The Duck Blog

Northern hunters loathe it. Dixie waterfowlers dread it. Yet none can avoid the post-opener doldrums. Whether you’re pursuing local early-season ducks in production states or the first migrants during early splits in the South, there’s usually a drop-off in action and duck numbers right after opening weekend. Basically, hunters blow...

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Oak Tree ID Guide: The Different Acorn-Producing Tree Species

October 14, 2021   |  From Galleries

If you’ve spent any amount of time deer hunting in the timber, there’s a good chance you’ve hung a stand in an oak tree . Oaks are synonymous with whitetail hunting because of the acorns they drop in late summer and early fall. That mast crop gets a lot of...

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6 Great Places for DIY Duck Hunting

October 13, 2021   |  From Galleries

Great duck hunts typically involve long hours of scouting, substantial physical labor and a good measure of applied experience. So it’s no surprise that waterfowlers are among the ultimate do-it-yourself outdoors adventure seekers. Duck geeks love testing themselves by seeking new thrills in far-flung places without a proverbial safety net...

2021 Pacific Flyway Duck Hunting Forecast

October 7, 2021   |  The Duck Blog

Our final Duck Hunting Nation roundup focuses on the Pacific Flyway, which features some of waterfowling’s bucket-list hunting spots . We’ve updated each state’s page with license costs, links to current regulations, and other vital information. Alaska The Last Frontier is a premier waterfowl hunting state, and its Duck Hunting...

2021 Atlantic Flyway Duck Hunting Forecast

September 30, 2021   |  The Duck Blog

Our third Duck Hunting Nation roundup centers on the Atlantic Flyway. From Eastern Shore honkers to mottled ducks in Florida, the region offers perhaps unmatched variety for waterfowlers . Despite recent challenges, the flyway continues to produce solid hunting opportunities. We’ve updated each state’s page with license costs, links to...

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15 Places Big Bucks Bed That Deer Hunters Should Hunt

September 29, 2021   |  Brow Tines and Backstrap

Perfect deer habitat has three requirements: Food . Water . And cover . It’s that simple, yet we all know how difficult it can be to consistently get close to and kill deer, especially mature bucks. Oftentimes, it’s because hunters pay too much attention to the first two requirements, and...

5 Best Stand Setups for Pre-Rut Bowhunting

September 27, 2021   |  From Articles

I’m predicting a “trickle rut” this fall, based largely on the timing of the full moons in mid-October and mid-November. I expect a good number of does, more than usual, to cue off the bright illumination and pop into early estrus from October 16, through the full moon on the...

2021 Central Flyway Duck Hunting Forecast

September 23, 2021   |  The Duck Blog

Our second Duck Hunting Nation roundup covers the broad vistas of the Central Flyway. From huge flocks of mallards and geese whirling over heartland grain fields to endless lines of redheads and pintails near the Gulf, this flyway offers unlimited potential. We’ve updated each state’s page with license costs, links...

2021 Mississippi Flyway Duck Hunting Forecast

September 16, 2021   |  The Duck Blog

Our first 2021 Duck Hunting Nation roundup covers the waterfowl-rich Mississippi Flyway. Stretching from the dark waters of Lake Superior through the famed Mississippi Delta and points south, this tradition-rich flyway features some of the country’s best duck and goose hunting opportunities. We’ve updated each state’s page with license costs,...

8 Things to Know About Drought and Western Big Game Hunting

September 13, 2021   |  From Articles

Hunters across the West are welcoming archery season with smokey skies and above-average temperatures. Many states had blazing hot streaks and little to no rain for most of the summer. This created devastating drought conditions and widespread fires. More than 95% of the West was in a drought in August...

The Early-Season Goose Shuffle (and Backup Plans)

September 9, 2021   |  The Duck Blog

Geese have a wry sense of humor. Don’t believe me? What else explains the preseason switcheroo? After monitoring local Canada geese locked into consistent patterns for weeks during late summer, many waterfowlers view opening day as a potential slam-dunk. Then those seemingly predictable neighborhood honkers might switch routines and locations...

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