I love hunting with and shooting muzzleloaders. There is virtue to be found in the slower pace, the process of load development, and the added skills required to place a bullet on target. But I, along with most muzzleloader fans, HATE cleaning them. This is especially true of old-school percussion cap and flintlock models. That is not to imply that modern in-lines are fun and enjoyable to clean. Both platforms demand their own ... Xem chi tiết
Supplemental Feeding — A Silver Bullet?
D+DH In-Depth is our premium, comprehensive corner on America’s No. 1 game animal. In this graduate-level course, we’ll teach you about deer biology, behavior, and ultimately, how to become a better hunter. Want to be the first to get our premium content? Become a D+DH Insider for FREE! Auburn University D+DH Exclusive! Science-Based Whitetail Insights Providing high-quality supplemental feed can greatly promote nutritional ... Xem chi tiết
The Best Tips for Tracking Deer When the Blood Trail Stops
If the obvious blood trail ends, don’t give up hope. Trailing may become tougher but you can still find the deer with determination and understanding why the blood stopped. If the obvious blood trail ends after you shoot a deer, don’t give up hope. Trailing may become tougher but you can still find the deer with determination and understanding why the blood stopped. Nothing beats a downed deer at the end of a blood trail. You ... Xem chi tiết
12 Best Public Land Deer Hunts in the Midwest | Deer & Deer Hunting
Since the late 1990s and early 2000s, hunters have been flocking to midwestern states in pursuit of giant-bodied and -antlered deer. Some people hunt with outfitters, own or lease land, knock on doors, and even hunt public lands. Regardless, everyone wants to hunt the Midwest. For those seeking action on that open-to-all-land, here are some of the public-land hunts available in each state. Check out these options from across ... Xem chi tiết
This Possibly May Be the Worst Disease Deer Will Encounter
Deer throughout the U.S., such as this one in Oregon, are susceptible to EHD. Epizootic hemorrhagic disease is one of the most important infectious diseases found in white-tailed deer, and can have a huge impact on populations and hunting success. What exactly is EHD and, more importantly, what can you do about it? As you head out to the woods during late summer or early fall to prepare for deer season, you get chills from the ... Xem chi tiết