--> Toe-may-toe, toe-mah-tow: so for some average hunters they think that any buck that comes in sight of their crosshairs is a trophy. But age does makes a difference in knowing if the buck you tag is the biggest of them all. Depending on which State has a large population of prime bucks, sometimes it takes a good amount of luck to tag one. But given the instance that mature bucks are more aggressive by nature, have the drive to breed and to survive, there are some factors and h... Read Full Story

--> When hunting, there are two kinds of hunters: One, a hunter that waits; and two, the hunter that tracks. The difference of two is the complexity of their hunting techniques though both aim for the same thing; bagging their prized bucks. Tracking down your prey involves a more detailed approach in deer hunting. It involves knowing the specific differences between a buck and a doe, their patterns and behaviors. Unlike hunters who track their prey, hunters who prefer to wait for... Read Full Story

Stalking is another technique that requires the hunter to be more patient, attentive and observant when it comes to disturbances and changes, especially those made by the deer. Although some States may prohibit stalking in large groups especially with numerous hounds, the thrill of the hunt is all about knowing where the target is. Read Full Story

There's not much difference when it comes to deer hunting compared to military war exercises, where both must have a keen sense of sight, perception, hearing, and smell. In armaments and ammunition, powder-less propellants are used nowadays, but there will always be a presence of cordite smells that may alert the guard dogs, or in this case deer thus scampering away. Smells like something indeed. Read Full Story

It is normal for the hunter to set up a camping site during the hunting season. The camp site is a place where you can relax, enjoy nature, and get a full nights rest before going out hunting again in the morning. Considering this will be your base of operation during the hunting season, you have to make sure that you have everything that you need all ready in your campsite for easy access. Read Full Story

--> There are a few times that a hunter will have to choose when it's time to get himself in the chase. Well, the gaming commission will announce when deer season will be open, but it takes nature to bring about the stir of things. Most hunters anticipate the coming deer hunting season, especially those living in the Northwest where it goes into December. At this time, beginning in late September in the Northern part, hunters anticipate the Rut, or the deer mating season. This is... Read Full Story

Utilizing various techniques in the fine art of deer hunting could boost your success. Knowing your equipment, being aware of weather patterns, and knowing the habits of your prey can also help. Read Full Story

Deer hunting is one sport or activity of pursuing deer. This classic outdoor sport that was introduced as early as 7,000 BC has been loved by outdoor enthusiasts all over the world. Deer hunting isn't just a simple sport. It entails a lot of patience and hard work to have a successful deer hunting activity. Read Full Story

--> Deer hunting may be considered a sport for some, like bass fishing, but for others, this is a perfect opportunity to bond with someone, especially if it's a youngster who is interested in deer hunting. Of course, youth hunts are always organized depending on each State, but a family's own prerogative, especially with a trained hunter/dad available, can teach their son or daughter when it comes to deer hunting. Consider it as passing the skill to a new generation, and a perfec... Read Full Story

--> Deer, like any other animal, can somehow sense danger like Spider-man and his spider sense. Though the situation is nothing like the comics, sometimes it's good to know a deer's habitual pattern when it comes to hunting. One tactic that seemed to be a favorite is where to find a funnel. Think of it like a path where most deer like to go from point A to point B, a funnel is usually invisible to the eye, but not so isolated that there are no visible tracks or rubbings on trees ... Read Full Story