The Importance of Understanding Wind Direction for Deer Hunting
Monday, June 17, 2024Why Wind Direction Matters More Than Anything Else A deer’s sense of smell is its primary defense. Mature bucks use the wind intentionally to: Travel with the wind quartering into...... Read More
Setting Up a Ground Blind for Turkey Hunting
Monday, June 17, 2024Why Use a Ground Blind for Turkeys? Turkeys are notorious for detecting movement. Ground blinds help by providing: Complete concealment from sharp eyes Room to draw a bow without being...... Read More
How to Hunt Grouse in Thick Cover
Monday, June 17, 2024Understanding Grouse Habitat in Thick Cover Grouse thrive in dense, regenerating forest where food and shelter converge. Prioritize areas that offer a mix of moisture, young growth, and safety. Prime...... Read More
Using Scents and Lures for Predator Hunting
Monday, June 17, 2024Why Scents and Lures Work for Predator Hunting Predators rely heavily on their noses. A coyote’s sense of smell is many times stronger than a human’s, giving them the ability...... Read More
Top Strategies for Hunting Mule Deer in Open Country
Monday, June 17, 2024Understanding Mule Deer Behavior in Open Country Before diving into tactics, you need to understand how mule deer use the landscape. Daily Patterns Pre-dawn: Moving from feeding areas to bedding...... Read More
Hunting for Wild Turkeys in Spring: Key Techniques
Monday, June 17, 2024Understanding Spring Turkey Behavior Spring revolves around breeding, and toms follow a predictable daily rhythm. Knowing what they’re doing—and why—helps you time your moves perfectly. Key Spring Behaviors: Roost gobbling...... Read More
How to Create a Scent-Free Hunting Environment
Monday, June 17, 2024Why Scent Control Matters Big-game animals can smell far better than humans—whitetails and elk detect human odor at impressive distances, especially with swirling winds. Effective scent control: Reduces your detectable...... Read More
The Best Shotguns for Duck Hunting: A Buyer’s Guide
Monday, June 17, 2024What Makes a Shotgun “Good” for Duck Hunting? A strong duck gun combines reliability, weather resistance, and fast target acquisition. Key qualities include: Corrosion resistance (synthetic stocks, Cerakote, or camo...... Read More
Hunting for Mountain Quail in Rugged Terrain
Monday, June 17, 2024Understanding Mountain Quail Habitat Mountain quail thrive in steep, wild country with thick escape cover. Prioritize: Brush-choked hillsides (manzanita, chaparral, ceanothus) Burn regrowth: 1–10 years post-fire North-facing slopes offering cooler,...... Read More
Setting Up a Tree Stand for Whitetail Deer Hunting
Monday, June 17, 2024Choosing the Right Tree Stand Location 1. Identify High-Probability Deer Travel Routes Great stand locations are built around natural deer movement. Look for: Trails between bedding and feeding areas Edge...... Read More
