Tracking wounded deer requires practice, patience and knowledge of whitetail behavior. Once you have down, however, it can be one of the most satisfying parts of the hunt. Preparation is also key, and that’s why I have a fanny pack that’s dedicated solely to tracking deer and field-dressing them. Flashlights (yes, plural) are the most […]
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What to Do After the Shot
Dan Schmidt provides insights on how to drastically shorten the time it takes to recover that hard-earned venison.
When to Start Tracking Deer | Land of Whitetail
In this episode, we show a real-life example of what to do when the shot isn’t what you wanted.
The Worst Blood Trailing Advice on the Internet
Daniel E. Schmidt lists the five worst pieces of advice he’s seen on the internet when it comes to blood trailing.
What to Do After a One-Lung Shot
You think you made a one-lung hit … now what? Daniel E. Schmidt explains how these shots happen and how to recover the deer
The Hunting Community Lost an Icon
The pioneer of using tracking dogs for recovering wounded big game in America, John Jeanneney, will be missed by many.
When to Wait | Deer & Deer Hunting TV
Knowing when to start tracking a deer makes for a better hunter. Understand when to go after a deer and when to wait after the shot.
5 Blood Trailing Tips for Deer Hunters
Much has been written about tracking and trailing white-tailed deer over the years, but a few points are often overlooked. Successful blood trailing doesnxe2x80x99t require complicated strategies, but it does require that hunters pay close attention to simple details. Incorporate the following five rules into your game plan, and youxe2x80x99ll drastically improve your trailing […]
Femoral Artery: The Blood Highway in Deer
Perhaps it’s because I’m an admitted deer geek, but I find whitetail anatomy absolutely fascinating. It’s come to the point where — when I’m hunting and decide I’m going to shoot a deer — I can’t focus on the deer itself. I start focusing on bits and pieces of the deer. The whitetail’s arteries are […]
Deer Tracking With Dogs
Bizarre bloodtrails often call for an all-out effort. When all else fails, it’s time to call in the hounds.