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Predator Hunting: Where Do I Shoot It?

Imagine you’re out in the woods, hiking, or scouting for the upcoming hunting season. In the distance, you see an animal aggressively approaching you. Luckily, you were wise enough to carry a firearm into the woods with you. However, how good is a firearm in this scenario if you can’t stop the threat? What do […]

turkey hunting guide

Turkey Hunting Guide

Every year by mid-winter I find myself longing for the crisp, cool morning of a seasonal turkey hunt. The sounds and smells of being in the woods scouting for and hunting turkeys after a long winter is exactly what makes me love it so much. I wish I’d had a turkey hunting guide to point […]

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Bolt Action VS Semi Auto: Best Deer Hunting Rifle?

Those of us who hunt deer are once again greeting sunrise from blinds and stands or perched behind spotting scopes—or looking forward to opening day. It’s an annual event, a chance for camaraderie with friends, and renewed hope of taking that once-in-a-lifetime buck. What’s the best deer hunting rifle to take with you, bolt action […]

How To Deer Hunt

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick Learning how to deer hunt can seem overwhelming, especially for the first time. Most of deer hunting isn’t the actual shooting part, but the time and preparation put into harvesting a deer. Having deer come to you without any prep work can happen, but there’s more to hunting than luck. The […]

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Best Time of Day to Hunt Deer

Guest Writer: Kenzie Fitzpatrick Hunting deer can be tricky and bringing home meat can really rely on the right day and right time. Because deer are active primarily during the twilight period, the best time of day to hunt deer is at dawn and dusk. This limited-light timing is why hunting deer can be extremely […]