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While properly prepared elk and moose meat can rival premium cuts at the fanciest steakhouse, just the thought of some wild game can turn your stomach. A lot of hunters won’t shoot vermin, geese, and small game for this very reason. But if you do kill it, you better eat it. You can get creative … Read more
After your rig, a solid supply of energy-boosting snacks is one of the most important things you can take with you to the treestand. Especially on all-day sits during extreme conditions, a good balance of protein, carbs, and healthy fat can keep you feeling full and energized for hours. Snacks that aren’t too messy, super … Read more
With unpredictable hunting pressure and thieves ready to steal hang-ons, a lot of hunters opt for more portable options when heading onto public land. Climbers have long been a top choice, but tree saddles have been gaining ground over the past few years. Which is better? Weight Tree saddles win the weight category easily. They … Read more
We all know that a day spent in the woods — even without a deer sighting — is better than a day at work or just about anywhere else. But the reality is most bowhunters don’t have unlimited days to sit on stand. Juggling work and personal obligations can leave little time to invest long … Read more
Taking to public land has become trendy over the last few years, with some bowhunters proudly tagging #publiclandhunter on every post. But is bowhunting ground open to all really worth the time and effort? It can be. The quality, acreage, and pressure of public land greatly depends on where you live and hunt. In western … Read more
Sharing your hunting experiences on social media can be a good thing if you do it the right way. But these three pitfalls claim a lot of hunters and do more harm to the hunting community. And that’s why they drive me crazy. Posting Classless Photos Nothing turns off would-be future hunters and stokes the … Read more
Drawing in deer with a big pile of bait by your stand might be effective, but should you really do it? It’s a moot point for many hunters, since the practice is now illegal in more states than not. And of the 22 states where baiting deer is allowed, eight restrict it to certain areas … Read more
