A hunting backpack is something that all bowhunters need. It will allow you to carry your gear, as well as some other items that will make your time spent in the woods more comfortable. Such as water, food, and a first aid kit. A hunting backpack is going to reflect the way you hunt. If …
One of the most sought-after big game animals in North America has to be a Rocky Mountain elk. For game this size, they are surprisingly elusive and difficult to hunt, making them very difficult for new hunters. However, we have found that elk tend to keep to the same set of patterns, which explains why …
Whitetail deer are the most hunted big game animal in North America. Getting to know these animals in depth will put you ahead of the competition. One way to do this is by recognizing deer sounds. Whitetail use a range of sounds to communicate with each other. They do this for mating, danger, or for …
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What to know, why it matters, and when to use each shell Shotguns are probably the most common firearm on earth, and definitely one of the most reliable. They’re simple machines – especially pump-action ones – and you don’t often hear stories of shotguns failing to load or cycle shells. I’ve had that issue on …
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 …
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, …