Coming onto the scene in 2007 was a newcomer to the long-range shooting arena. Enter the 6.5 Creedmoor, a popular contender for best long-range rifle round for big game hunting. We are going to dive into the reasons why this round is very capable and useful for a variety of western hunters. Not really a …
Once springtime hits, anglers across the country start gearing up for a long fishing season. However, the one thing you can never count on in the spring is good weather. Cold front, winds, and storms could ruin a trip for anglers that enjoy wading or fishing from a boat. That’s not the case with pier …
Deer hunting is a time-honored tradition. From Whitetail to Red Deer to Sika Deer, these animals are hunted around the world. They can be taken with all kinds of different methods. The most popular being rifle and bowhunting. However, there is a method that seems to get lost in the crossfire, and that’s deer hunting …
One of my all-time favorite hunts is black bear hunting, not for the activity itself, although it is thoroughly enjoyable, but for the bounty, if you are successful. Black bear hunting is a great opportunity to get out in the spring. It’s an incredible hunt that will require you to muster up every hunting know-how. …
A question that comes up often among hunters is “How long does a deer live?”. This question honestly is more loaded than it seems, and the answers vary depending on many factors. One thing is for sure, the overall population and popularity of deer in North America has grown over the decades. This makes deer …
Turkeys are a difficult bird to hunt. They’re elusive and hard to track. But like any wild animal, they spend a lot of their time looking for food. So, if you know what do turkeys eat, there’s a good chance you will know where to find a turkey. Everyone likes to put a turkey on the …
Duck hunting goes back a long time. Cave paintings from Europe provide evidence of waterfowl hunting some 12,000 years ago. Humans started hunting with dogs around the same time. A study by archaeologists from the University of Copenhagen and University College London looks at animal bones found in a Neolithic settlement known as Shubayqa 6, …
Deer populations have been declining substantially across North America. Diseases have their part to play in the reduction of deer numbers. Contact local Fish and Wildlife officials to see what your state is doing to help control and combat harmful diseases. As far as diseases go, two main culprits are affecting deer populations. Hemorrhagic Disease …
Wolves are one of the most talked-about animals in North America. While they are hard to spot in the wild, everyone can picture a wolf from their popularity in movies. But one question I get asked a lot by the general public is, “How big is a wolf?” Wolves are a lot bigger than you …
Albino deer, piebald deer, and melanistic deer are all unique. This is a topic that sparks interest amongst hunters across the U.S. Native Americans believe that a white deer is a magical or a spirit animal, and it is bad luck to kill one. Many tribes have different beliefs, but all believe an albino deer …