There's nothing more rewarding for a hunter than taking down a bear. They're big, powerful and downright frightening if you're not ready for them. So how do you become ready to take down a bear with a bow? You get a Bear bow! With both traditional and compound bows available, it's not hard to figure out that a Bear bows are your best choice when it comes to taking a bear down. Fred Bear was the founder of the company and he was an innovator in the design of archery equipment. For those already familiar with hunting deer, hunting a bear isn't exactly the same. Their sense of smell is incredible and if you're not careful with how you control your scent, you won't even see a bear let alone get close...
Best Crossbow Deer Hunting - Crossbows Bring...
Best Crossbow Deer Hunting I have been hunting whitetail deer with archery equipment for over 20 years now. And have had my share of good luck, but that did not happen by accident. It came with a lot of practice and hard work. Hunting deer with archery equipment is the most exciting and challenging way you can hunt them. Now that more and more states are legalizing crossbow hunting it opens up a whole new way to pursue the whitetail deer or other legal animals of your choice. A lot of people think using a crossbow is easy and not challenging but not so fast. If you have never hunted with a crossbow you are missing out. You still need to beat their eyes, ears and noses and get within 50 yards and...
Baiting Deer In Arkansas - Whitetail Bowhunting...
Baiting Deer In Arkansas Arkansas, known as the Natural State, is a prime destination for whitetail bow hunting. Herd conservation practices have resulted in a very large population of these illusive creatures that makes hunting them one of the highlights of the fall and winter months. Archery season opens the first day of October and ends the last day of February, providing hunters with the longest season for hunting of any game in the state. Whitetail bow hunting can be done in a couple of different manners. The first involves wearing camo from head to toe and spending a lot of time in a tree stand overlooking a known trail that is used by whitetails on a regular basis. The hope is that one will...
How To Use A Deer Grunt - Deer Hunting Calls
How To Use A Deer Grunt Deer Calls Have you ever asked yourself, do deer calls really work during the early archery season? Or what about grunting and rattling during the rutting season? The answer is yes. In the northern states many archery deer hunting seasons start in early October. Here in Michigan, the deer season kicks off Oct. 1st. One of my favorite calls to use is the Bleat in a Can or calling with my mouth in the early season. When calling with my mouth, I simply make the sound, "blat" or "mat" trying to imitate either a mature deer or a young fawn. Mature does seem to respond to the fawn bleat "mat" more so than the "blat" which I use when trying to call in a mature buck. This type of...
Be Prepared - Packing for Elk and Deer Hunts
Whenever you venture into the wilderness - even if it's no wilder than your state park - you need to make sure you're well prepared for any eventuality. If you're going on a guided hunt, your outfitter will probably give you a list of suggested items to pack. But still, it pays to plan ahead. First, think about where you're going and what you're going to be doing - a guided fall deer hunt in Michigan will have a different set of requirements than winter elk hunting in Sheridan, Wyoming. Similarly, you'll need different supplies for an Ozark elk hunting trip than for one on a California deer hunting ranch. The first step to smart packing for a hunting trip is basic research. If you're traveling to...
Deer Hunting - Hunt And Play, All For Free!
If you love to play these hunting games, we have some good news! There are many places where you may go online those offer free deer hunt games which you might play. These sites which have free deer hunt games may be found very easily by performing a net search with a preferred search engine. We always prefer Google and while we searched as "deer hunting games for free", hundreds of solutions came up quickly. Almost all the sites which have free deer hunt games would ask you to be a member of the site. All this needs usually only an e-mail id and one user name and a password which you need to create. Just as the free deer hunt games in the website, membership is free too. After you register...
Are Trophy Mule Deer the Most Difficult Animal...
Sit for a minute and actually think about how many people you know that have taken a trophy mule deer? I bet that you could count them on one hand. Now by a trophy mule deer I mean one that scores over 200 inches. Now a lot of people say that a trophy is in the eye of beholder. While I agree for young hunters or hunters new to the sport it's all about harvesting an animal rather than trophy hunting. For those of us who have been hunting for more than 15 years our expectations tend get higher each year or are measured by the biggest buck that we've taken up to that point. I've been hunting deer for 15 years and have yet to harvest a deer that would score or 180 let alone 200. Granted I've had chances...
A Concise Up-To-Date Travel Guide Contains...
A travel guide is basically a compass that tells you where to go to achieve your goal, which in this case is to enjoy a vacation in a specific location of your choice which lends itself to attractions and features for the whole family to enjoy. In order for you to best enjoy your vacation, you need to know what places are best suited to your temperament and pleasure and which of these places offers the best value for money. Once you establish these 2 pre-requisites, you can be assured your vacation will be a successful one. A Travel Guides Information Will Provide You with the Directions - Of how to get to where you want to go and highlight sights and places of interest that may be found along the...
Turkey hunting is not a simple sport. Others may follow rules by the book - studying turkey behaviors depending on the season, purchasing the savviest gears and practicing the turkey call to perfection but still find it excruciating to take down a turkey. What is lacking in this checklist are a few turkey hunting tactics that will prove very useful for a successful hunt. This is the first among the tried and tested turkey hunting tactics in every hunter's book: The closer you try to get to a turkey, the more it will run away. Turkeys have superhuman eyesight and hearing and they will hear and see a hunter that is stalking them. The golden rule in turkey hunting tactics is to let the "turkey come to...
The deer management techniques that we use on our property have changed a lot over the past thirty years in relation with the changing deer herd. Whitetail deer numbers in the entire state of West Virginia have grown considerably and our land has been no exception. We started shooting does in 1997 after the pictures from our scouting camera revealed that we were overloaded with does. Since then we have shot 22 does and only 7 bucks. Three of these bucks, two 8-points and one 10-point are the three largest antlered bucks that we have taken in the last thirty years. We had noticed that there were larger antlered bucks when the deer population had just started to climb in the eighties and then...
Deer Hunting Scent Control Tips
Not only do deer have keen eye sight, they also have a very sensitive nose. Many deer hunters, especially bow hunters know how important scent control is from experience being winded in the woods. Rather than trying to sell some wonder product to eliminate your scent here's a list of simple to use tips that will help greatly reduce this problem and help you bag the buck your after this hunting season. Hunting Clothing - Commonly used laundry detergent like Gain, Tide, Cheer, etc. all do a great of jog of cleaning but they leave fragrances behind, even after the rinse cycle ends. Using a scent free detergent is the first step to helping control scent. Dead Down Wind and Scent Killer are just a few...
Hunting Success, Trusting Your Gear
As a hunter myself, I have to admit that occasionally all of the stars line up perfectly and I just happen to get lucky to fill a tag. I would also have to admit that in 30 years of hunting I can probably count these anomalies on one hand. I think if you were to take a poll, most hunters would fall on the side of agreement in this matter. The only way to be consistently successful in the hunting field is through experience, patience, and above all, trusting yourself and your equipment. After several years of filling most of my tags year in and year out I had a year where I did not fill a single one. This really had me frustrated because the only thing I had done differently was change my equipment...
Every bowhunter has visions of a mature buck coming through the woods toward their tree or blind. However, when that vision turns to reality, many times something seems to go wrong such as the deer veering just out of bow range or it stops behind a tree and never presents a clear shot as he moves through. That's why they call it hunting and not shooting. One sure fire way to eliminate a lot of disappointment and "if onlys" is to put the odds in your favor with whitetail deer foods plots. Not only will you get more shot opportunities when the deer are in front of you, but you'll attract more deer to begin with. However, if you're like me several years ago, you may think that whitetail deer food plots...
All about Hunting Feral Hogs
One of the most exciting hunting activities for sportsman is hog hunting. Feral hog is known as an intelligent animal so that it will be the real hunting activity you can undertake since it will be very challenging. In addition, this type of animal is very savagely brutal when it is wounded or cornered. If you are really interested in undertaking this hog hunting activity, you could find a lot of commercial hog hunting activities which are offered all over the US. If you plan to join the wild hog hunting packages, you could follow the following tips. The first thing you have to do is to choose the type of the weapon you will use for hunting feral hogs. One of the most preferred weapons is a hunting...
She Was Not So Deer to Me
In the region of North Idaho between the cities of Coeur d'Alene and Kellogg, there lies a beautiful stretch of river known as the North Fork of the Coeur d'Alene River. Here is where an unusual event took place between me and a not so dear deer. There are many wonderful campsites along the North Fork that offer spacious secluded spots with many of them sitting right on the banks of this crystal clear river. Some of these sites have campground hosts and charge a small fee per night for your stay. Many of the sites are free and this is where I chose to stay for my weekend adventure. The site had great shade, a perfect swimming hole and was off the road enough so I thought I would not be disturbed by...
The hunters need to know how the bleedings takes place after the deer is shot and how to find those bloods stains etc. if not then he might lose his hunt for his lack of the hunting knowledge. This blood searching is much easier when it is in the snow. But on bare ground it is difficult to trace them. Unless there is profuse bleeding, it is very easy to overlook small amounts of blood and thus lose the trail. During the season I had shot a deer that ran away. They were two standing together and I straightly follow them up but did not found any blood. The dry leaves where the squirrels were burrowing in these leaves make it more difficult for me to find the bloods. The distribution of blood along...
Basic Archery Rules For Safety
Just like any other sport, rules have to be strictly followed especially if we're talking about safety here. Archery rules are very simple, they are not complicated at all. The very first thing that you have to remember to keep everyone safe and this is common sense is to never point a bow and arrow at another person. Accidents can always happen, you might pull the trigger and you know how strong an arrow is in cutting through a person's skin. Do not attempt to shoot an arrow straight up into the air. You'll never know where the wind would lead it and you may end up hitting another person or yourself. Never shoot an arrow into a distance where you cannot see where it will land. Always use archery...
Hunting knives, tactical knives and pocket knives are the type of tools that every hunter needs at some point or another. When it comes time to prepare your game for transport off the mountain or to take care of some camping basics like cutting or chopping, it is important to have a sturdy, reliable hunting knife that you can count on to last for several hunting seasons. If the tactical knife or pocket knife is perpetually dull or flimsy it is very unlikely that you will enjoy your time hunting and may in fact result in a lack-luster hunting season. That is why it is important to make sure to always have the right blade on you at all times, and to choose the right blade. Many people do not know that...
Another season for deer hunting in 2009 is upon us and hunters with itchy trigger fingers are ready for action once again. There are some quick facts you should know that will help you score the best buck you always dream of, while educating yourself on the techniques and reality of deer hunting in the upcoming season. 1. Understand the 3 basics that drive a deer in its lifetime: food, shelter for sleep, and mating characteristics. Clover or rye or any green covered area near trails will be a good location to start as their food source. As for sleep, they prefer very thick and dense brushy areas. As for mating time, the will be active for a longer time in the search for a mate. 2. Deer are...
Hand-Held GPS and Hunting Gear
Yes, it's true. There is not a perfect hand-held GPS for deer hunting. There may be one that you consider perfect for yourself, but of course, not everyone out there has the same needs. However, the good news is that we can get pretty close to the perfect GPS for deer hunters, and you will find a few choices listed below. These GPS units are considered some of the best for deer hunting. Highly rated by the hunting community, you'll find these units most utilized.However, selecting a reliable GPS unit for deer hunting really depends on what you plan using it for during the hunt. I can't tell you the one single GPS that has been proven the best for hunting, though I have put together a list of the...
Making Food Plots For Deer is Easier Than Most...
Every time I go to my local sporting goods store to pickup something I need, it seems as though the food plot seed aisle is getting more crowded with different seed companies trying to sell their product as the latest and greatest to grow and draw in trophy bucks. There is a food plot seed for every soil type and climate condition that will peak at any time of year in which you want to draw in deer or other wildlife. More hunters than ever before are interested in making food plots for deer. But many think it is too difficult or believe they don't have the necessary equipment to get it done. I want to dispel that notion here and briefly explain exactly how simple you can create a food plot using no...
Why Hunting is Now a Sport For All Seasons
In the past, there were very definite starts and finishes to the hunting season, depending on what animals or birds you hunted. But all this has changed now, and hunting can be done 24 hours a day, if you want! Perhaps I'd better explain what I mean. Due to the hunting laws and regulations, the hunting of animals and birds is limited to certain times during the year. However, hunters are such fanatics, that others have taken notice of this and have produced deer hunting games and other hunting games which can be played on the television or the computer, if your computer has enough memory for this. This means that there is never a close season any more, something which many are unhappy about! That's...
Antler Mounts Show Off Your Trophy
When the hunting is done and it's time to show off your prized kill, there is a right way to display and a wrong way to display. For hunters who are serious about having their deer, or whatever else looking great, antler mounts are an absolute must. The idea behind this is pretty simple, and provides hunters with ample opportunity to show off their trophy in the best looking way possible. Though some forms of processing and mounting are expensive and time consuming, getting antler mounts kit is an excellent way to efficiently handle the process. Antler mounts kits are small and they are relatively inexpensive. They are great for those hunters who don't want to mount the entire head, opting instead...
In the past, hunting has always been seen as a man's sport, as a male dominated society. These men pull on their long underwear, camouflage and boots and head out into the woods, where most remain from dusk until dawn. They've planted corn and clover in the back field. They find the perfect tree to lean against or the perfect one for their tree stand. They take off work the first day, and for the next two weeks you may barely see your man, except for on Sundays. But, instead of grumbling and sitting at home by yourself, join him. Take your hunter's safety course. Find an orange jacket. Borrow a gun from the man in your life; he's sure to have an extra that you can use. This may be way out of your...
Tips For Planting Food Plots For Whitetail Deer
Deer seasons come and go, but the deer that are still around your hunting grounds are still looking for food. What better way to keep them in your area than planting food plots that they will need to get them through till next season. Keeping Deer in Your Hunting Area Whitetail deer are a pretty homely bunch and when given the chance they will stay in an area that is the most prosperous for their well being. Planting food plots for whitetail is one of those chances that you can give them but you have to be willing to do the work to make it grow effectively. Planting Nutritious Plots Planting nutritious plots for these deer is a great way to keep these deer in hunting areas. Although most deer will...
The Trophy - Epitome Of Your Success
Success is one thing that people desires. It is also relative. The concept may vary from one person to another. However, no matter how you perceive success, one thing is for sure, it gives you relief, ecstasy and fulfillment. You will likely feel that after exerting much effort and dedication it really pays off. Success breeds success. This can be true because indeed, it can be a great motivator. It is addictive. The moment you have tasted a piece of success, you will likely long for it and do something to gain more of it. Success may come in different perspectives. Employment, education, sports, financial status, family life, spiritual life and the likes are some of its perspectives. You can be a...
For those of you unfamiliar with the sport, bow hunting is the practice of killing game animals such as birds and deer by archery. If you are interested in going hunting, there are a few things you should be aware of before you start. Your bow should have a draw weight of at least 50 pounds, and your arrow should be at least 900 grains. You also should become aware of what hunting restrictions are in place and when the season starts. If you are beginner it is best to get some experience shooting before you scout the woods or fields for prey. After you become confident in your abilities, it is time to put them to the test. Here a few tips to help you out. Proper preparation is vital when bow hunting...
A target archer remains stationery and shoots at a stationery target at a given distance. Choosing the right target archery equipment is crucial in honing your skills. Your equipment should depend on your needs, purpose and level of skills. Before you get too excited and run to the nearest store, you have to establish a budget first. You can shell out $100 for a bow or spend thousands of dollars for your equipment, it's really up to you. If you are a beginner, it's better to stick to what you can afford until you become more committed to the sport and feel that you need to upgrade. Start building up your target archery equipment by looking for the most important tool that you will use in pursuing...
PSE Bowfishing Essentials
PSE Archery is one of the world's top designers, innovators, and manufacturers of archery products and accessories for all archery sports enthusiasts. PSE offers hunters in the bow fishing category with an assorted product line up of specialized bow fishing bows and all its accessories. For hunting and shooting freshwater and seawater games of all sizes, shapes, and kinds - its in the PSE arsenal. Bow fishing, like it's bow hunting counterpart, is a very trying yet very rewarding sport for seasonal hunters of the sport, as well as for the bow hunters who want to practice and hone their skills during off season. All the sport requires is a good PSE traditional bow, like a recurve bow, longbow, or...
A Short Hoof on Deer Hunting
Of all the types of hunting there is, deer hunting is one of the most popular. Deer are, for the most part, an abundant source throughout the United States. Because their behavior can vary depending on certain factors such as weather, time of day or even mating season, they are often considered to be quite an appropriate challenge for hunters. A hunter has to know how each factor working alone, together or in a combination will affect the hunt. With deer hunting, one can opt for the use of a rifle or bow and arrow. As long as one is adhering to rules and regulations of the season, hunting can occur on either private or public hunting grounds. Deer are known to be nocturnal animals. Because they...
Deer Hunting Contests - The Running Controversy...
As with any sport, a competitive streak runs through deer hunting. Hunters are always swapping stories of how large a buck was, or how many points it had, even to the point of extreme exaggeration. So it makes sense that for as long as hunting has existed for sport, there have been hunting contests to award bragging rights to the hunter who bagged the biggest trophy. But some fear that the hunting contest takes a step in the wrong direction; many worry that hunters are killing deer for bragging rights alone, and not to use the meat and carcass of the deer as is preferred. Because of this negative criticism, many groups have discontinued hunting contests all together. Those who criticize the practice...
I Am a Deer Hunter Not a Killer
Will we as hunters ever get over the names or the thoughts of others that continue still today. The unjust crucifixion that was brought on so many years ago. How many generations of hunters will be persecuted for a unjust calls. Even in our own justice system we would not hold against the wife if her husband chose to be a drunk driver, but certain groups would color a whole audience with the same paint and call us Killers. If I choose to take the necessary safety courses in my state and pay my over inflated price for my deer tags and pursue my God given right to nourish my family. I should not have to hear from some liberalist how I am slaughtering these animals. I spend countless hours fine tuning...
Dressing Up Your Nails
Girls adore striking nails. They coat it with special colors and clothe it sometimes with glitters, stones, tattoos, and nail stickers. Whatever the adornment or design that will be used, I can call them "Nail Dresses". One's nails can describe his/her personality. This is factual for both men and women. Red and black nail colors propose a strong almost devilish character. You can see vain ladies wearing diamonds and other crystals on the crown of their nails. Whatever your nail dress maybe, don't forget to apply a nail gel as it coats your nail polish making it excellently shiny and the effects are really stunning to the eyes. It can also shields the designs from being spoiled. Let your nails wear...
What Are the Best Archery Manufacturers?
Some people develop a high interest and passion in archery and it's normal to invest on the best equipment. There are plenty of reputable archery manufacturers out there and it's often difficult to decide which one is the best. Every manufacturer creates bows that suit a range of people, in other words, they have unique ways in catering to every need. It really doesn't matter if one particular manufacturer because it is endorsed by a lot of archers and hunters, what matters the most is your own preference and experience. Some companies have been around for ages trying to perfect the equipment they provide and one of them is Browning. They are known for the last 150 years for delivering top-quality...
Consistent Crossbow Shooting
One of the problems crossbow lovers face is inconsistency in shots. Here are a few tips on improving your performance with the crossbow. To begin with, set up a bag target in a safe place. Using 100-grain field tips, practice shooting your crossbow at the target. If its the same arrow that is shooting inconsistently most of the time, then most probably the problem lies with the arrow and not the bow itself. Replace the arrow and try again. Before hunting season, use fixed-blade broadheads instead of field tips since you are going to use them in the hunting season. Re-adjust your sight and then try shooting at a broadhead target. Keep practicing, shooting and adjusting until you hit the bull's eye...
Ordering Hunting Bows - How And When You Must...
Bow hunting catalogs are not only fun for the bow hunter to browse through, but they are a good resource for many new products on the market. Buying from a catalog or online can be very convenient, but there are some things to consider before handing over your credit card. For a first-time bow hunter ordering online or from a catalog is not the way to go. A bow should fit the hunter perfectly, and buying from the local outfitter is the only way to ensure that perfect fit. Getting the advice of an archery expert at the local store can make all the difference in your hunt, and will often be the difference between using equipment for years to come, and not even using it through the season. It is...
Golf range finders, there is a wide controversy raging about the use of range finders. Some schools of thought offer the opinion that they are holding up play too much, others say it speeds the game up. Then you have the golf purist who will never use any device which is seen to give advantage to his game on the grounds that it is like cheating. You then have the golfer who believes any asset to help reduce a handicap should be used provided it is allowed by the world golf association. This brings up a very salient point, it is not every golf club that allows the use of range finders on the course, so it would be a good idea to ask before one starts the round of golf. If it is not allowed and the...
From the early history of the American west, pioneers crossing the plains had to travel uncharted routes from frontier towns out into the wilderness as they journeyed westward in search of better way of life. As they passed through the pristine countryside of western Missouri headed for the Iowa boarder the wagon trains would resupply and stock up on provisions for the long journey west. Often times the men would form a hunting party, establishing a base camp for the wagon train and setting off into the wild, untamed forests of western Missouri. Among the wildlife that the early pioneers hunted were white tail deer and wild turkeys. No much has changed from the early settlers of the old west to...
The Proper Way in Teaching Archery to Youth
Archery is a sport that will definitely teach the youth the value of discipline, patience and perseverance. When teaching archery, safety must always be stressed out. Needles to say, the equipment used in this sport can be lethal so being cautious all the time is very important. Bows and arrows are not toys and should never be deemed as such. At the earliest stage of the training, make sure you make your trainee/trainees realize that safety always comes first. Start by explaining the elemental rules of archery like never shoot unless supervised by a responsible adult and keep your arrows pointed in a safe direction, either at the ground or toward the target. All arrows must be kept in the quiver...
How to Correctly Cut a Deer
Killing the deer is just the initial step of bringing your prize home. Properly butchering the game ensures the freshness of its meat and its viability as human food. Materials Needed In Butchering A Deer The materials needed are hack saw, sharp knife, rubber gloves, trash bag, cutting board and aluminum foil. Properly Field Dressing The Deer One of the important things that you need to know when butchering your kill is how to field dress it correctly. You have to make a small cut at the crotch of the game. The incision should be made below the hide of the deer. Carefully cut the hide of the animal until its sternum. Create a cut in the same area where you have made the incision. The cut should be...
As a modern hunter, I dedicate myself to knowing all I can about my quarry. A Chinese general named Sun Tzu once said that if you know your enemies and you know yourself, you will not be imperiled in a hundred battles. While, as a deer hunter, the whitetail deer is hardly an enemy you actually fight, in a way, hunting does pit you in battle against the whitetail deer, and knowing everything you can about them can make a difference in whether you are successful or not. Here are a few important, but often overlooked facts about whitetail deer. One of the most overlooked facts about whitetail deer is that they, like cows, are ruminants. What this means is that they ingest their food, store it in their...
Hunting Rangefinder Review
So you know the deer or buck is out there. You have seen the signs that left behind. Then if you want to hunt it successfully without any frustration, you need a hunting rangefinder. It is a gadget that helps you become a good hunter. How can you be a good hunter without knowing exactly how far your target is? So here the Cabela's CLR800 Range finder comes to help you. Bushnells and Cabela together worked out and made this hunting rangefinder. Their aim is to provide a good hunting rangefinder for reasonable price. Its advanced digital technology gets you accurate distance measure from 5 to 800 yards with 1-yd accuracy. So you can aim at your target confidently. The Cabela's rangefinder maintains...
Hunting can be a very complex and difficult sport to master, but as long as you have the right information and a solid approach, you shouldn't have any problems. This article will review some of the best tips to help you improve your overall approach when it comes to hunting. There are just too many people who spend hours out trying to even see a deer, but as long as you know what to do, you can avoid this all together. One of the most common mistakes in hunting that you will want to avoid at all costs is following the trail that you are scouting. As you are walking, you leave behind a scent which certain animals can detect, most notably trophy whitetails. Make sure that when you are scouting, you...
Spending All Day in a Deer Blind
It is difficult to spend all day sitting in a deer blind however can be greatly rewarding. The reward comes when you bring home that trophy buck and mount his head on the wall. As well as the enjoyment you get from having the meat in the freezer can also be rewarding and tasty. Spending all day up in that place can be difficult because of the fact that you have to be still and extremely quiet as to not spook away the deer. The deer blind provides a high view over the pasture and the land. This gives the hunter an advantage over the deer allowing the hunter to hide in plain site. It can also be extremely cold inside a deer blind depending upon the weather outside. However, some deer blinds can be...
Ok, first off, I can hear it now. What good is scouting early spring and all summer, when the patterns will probably be different in the fall? To some extent this is true but a few things will remain the same. For instance, whitetail bucks like to rub and scrape in and around their core area. They like these areas because they feel safe in them. Even if the buck that made the rubs you are finding now, was taken last season, another buck will more then likely move in and take over the spot. Food sources may also hold some valuable information early in the year. As winter fades out the whitetail deer herd is looking for food. Crop fields are not planted yet or not grown enough to support a quality...
Late Season for Whitetails
Late season hunting can provide some of the most productive time spent in the woods the entire season. Hunters can enjoy tremendous success by locating the remaining food sources and keeping a close tab on the weather. The rut is still smoking hot here in Illinois, but it’s time to begin thinking about the future of the whitetail season. By now, nearly all of the crops are out and the acorns have been devoured. In just a few short weeks, a bucks main objective will move from reproduction to bulking back up from the rigors of the rut in preparation for the winter to come. They will begin to venture back to their predictable late summer feeding patterns. By spending just a few evening in the woods...
There are many different options for getting rid of squirrels, including a variety of squirrel traps that you can set to catch them. When it comes to squirrel problems, though, you shouldn't be as quick to kill or harm them to get them out of your home as you might be with mice or bugs that get into your home. Not only will it be much messier because they are bigger, but it will also affect the habitat around your home that they have come to call home. After all, it's not the squirrels' fault that people took over their natural habitat. Squirrel traps that catch the squirrels and don't harm them are best if you're looking to trap and release them. However, you should either be properly trained in...
The Emergency Hunting Equipments
For every hunting season, there is always a list of things to pack along. Of course in every hunter's list, there are the weapon and ammunition, the needed food and water, and the required legal documents as proofs that one could hunt. However there are other important things to bring along in cases of urgent need. There has to be some emergency hunting equipments included for every hunter. The first emergency hunting equipments to pack along is some first aid supplies. You can purchase these supplies at the pharmacy. The first aid kit should include items like plasters, bandage cloths, antiseptic creams, swabs, cottons and disinfectant. It is important to have these as you may be injured not so...
Vintage Duck Hunting Decoys
Duck hunters use duck decoys to lure unsuspecting waterfowl into range so that the waiting hunters are able to shoot the ducks. Although they still use decoys for hunting, many antique and collectible stores have vintage duck hunting decoys in their shops to lure in vintage decoy collectors. In North America, decoy history dates back over two thousand years and even further back in Egypt and other areas of the world. The Smithsonian Museum houses many of the oldest duck decoys found in the United States, Canada and other parts of North America. They found many of these unique bird replicas along with native pottery pieces in a cave in Arizona. They made traditional, hand carved, wooden duck...
Hunting Gear For the Winter Months
Along with the normal camping equipment you take during the summer, such as tent, hunting knife, cooking equipment, hunting flashlights, and so forth, you need to take special gear for winter. The primary issue in winter, of course, is keeping warm. This can be a challenge because how warm you feel is related not just to what you are wearing, but also your level of activity. Furthermore, a high level of activity can cause your body to sweat and if that sweat stays next to your skin, it will do what sweat does: make you cold. That can lead to hypothermia, which is dangerous. At night, you need a good quality sleeping bag that is rated for the temperature you plan to be in (or lower). While down...
Have You Ever Seen A Buck Jump Like This?
Several years ago during bow season I decided to take my 9 year old hunting with me. A decision I will never regret because now at 32 he is my number 1 hunting partner. This may have been the day he got hooked for life. We got out of the camp early and made the trek up the hill to my custom made tree stand which was a custom made from an old large pallet just the right size for two people, well at least one large and one small. As first light started to peak over the horizon the forest was still. There were plenty of leaves down already and it was dry. It would be easy to hear a deer approaching today because of the crunch. As I looked around the stand I noticed a scrape that wasn't there last week...