Why Bowhunting Turkeys Is So ChallengingTurkeys present unique challenges for bowhunters: Tiny vitals that demand precise shot placement Unmatched eyesight that catches subtle movements Nervous behavior that limits draw opportunities...... Read More
Know the Rules Before You Build Public land varies widely in what’s allowed. Always check regulations for: Permanent vs. temporary blinds Use of natural vegetation (cutting vegetation may be prohibited)...... Read More
Why Ducks Love Flooded Fields Flooded agricultural fields provide everything puddlers need in one place: Abundant feed (grain, grass, aquatic vegetation) Shallow water that’s easy for dabblers to tip up...... Read More
Why Mule Deer Respond to Decoys Mule deer rely heavily on visual cues. During different phases of the rut and pre-rut, bucks may respond to: Doe decoys that suggest a...... Read More
Why Pheasants Love Tall Grass Tall grass provides everything pheasants need: Security cover from predators Thermal protection during cold or windy weather Travel lanes for running birds Access to nearby...... Read More
Why Build a Ground Blind Instead of Buying One? Commercial blinds are great, but DIY blinds give you flexibility and can blend more naturally into specific hunting environments. A homemade...... Read More
Why Scent Control Matters for Deer Hunters Deer trust their noses more than their eyes or ears. A mature buck often uses the wind to approach bedding, feeding, and travel...... Read More
Understanding Coyote Behavior in Open Plains Coyotes living in open prairie behave differently than those in timbered or rugged country. Key traits include: Long-distance visibility: Coyotes spot movement quickly across...... Read More
Why Elevation Matters in Elk Hunting High-elevation elk behave differently than lower-elevation herds: They rely heavily on predictable bedding and feeding zones. Weather and thermals shift fast, impacting wind direction....... Read More
Why Calling Works for Turkey Hunting Turkeys communicate constantly—gobbling, yelping, clucking, purring, cutting, and more. When you call, you’re replicating natural hen behavior that gobblers respond to instinctively. Effective calling...... Read More