White-tailed deer have an elaborate system of communicating in dense cover. Before and during the rut, they use rubs and scrapes to communicate dominance, identity, reproductive condition and other socially important information. Buck rubs serve a special role because they are long lasting. Even in the absence of the maker, rubs carry messages that have physiological and psychological effects on other deer — and hunters. Why ... Xem chi tiết
EXCLUSIVE: Peak 2016 Rut Forecast for Southern Deer Hunters | Deer & Deer Hunting
Southern deer hunters have a wide variety of peak rut dates in each state, often with severe variations from county to county due to myriad factors. Christmas lights were the only glow during the dark early morning drive to the stand. Growing up in the Northeast, it seemed odd to be so excited about deer hunting at this time of year. My entire life had revolved around November as the “days to hunt.” But there I was, heading to ... Xem chi tiết
2022 Whitetail Rut Predictions | Deer & Deer Hunting
Each year since 1992, Deer & Deer Hunting has provided both Southern and Northern readers with the “Whitetail Rut-Predictor.” This system has been featured in several D&DH articles by late contributing editor Charles J. Alsheimer. The Whitetail Rut-Predictor is also included in our annual wall calendar, which still features Alsheimer’s photography. The predictor lets you plan when, where and how to hunt. The rut ... Xem chi tiết
Top 15 Broadheads for 2023 | Deer & Deer Hunting
The new broadheads for 2023 cut big wound channels, are quieter and more accurate in flight, and create deeper penetration on impact. Check out what’s available for this year below. 1. NAP Ignite 3 The Ignite 3 by NAP is a reliable three-blade broadhead. Each one is constructed of one-piece, tough CNC-machined titanium ferrules to ensure true flight. Stainless-steel fixed blades are held securely in place by the X-lock™ ... Xem chi tiết
The Best Crossbow Bolt Weight for Your Specific Hunting Crossbow | Deer & Deer Hunting
Despite the rise in popularity of crossbow hunting and an increase in the number of hunting crossbows available in the marketplace, a lot of confusion still exists about crossbow speeds, crossbow arrow weights, and how to choose the best crossbow arrow weight for hunting crossbows. A reader recently submitted this GREAT question: “Every crossbow has different draw weights/FPS ratings. Should arrow weight differ depending on ... Xem chi tiết