Deer and elk archery begins Aug. 24, but bowhunters will be facing high fire danger and some closures and access restrictions as the season opens. Hunters are asked to use extreme caution and follow all fire restrictions while in the field. Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) says the fire danger this season is unprecedented and […]
Deer and Deer Hunting‘s Dan Schmidt explains the benefits of using the new Arrowmat targets on Block archery targets (and other styles of archery targets). Save money by extending the life of your targets and have fun with your practice before the season begins. Watch Schmidt in the video below to see how easy these […]
One of the country’s top destination states for deer hunters seeking big bucks and elk is considering a sizable increase in its non-resident fees, although state officials classify the recent proposal by its wildlife commission as “modest.” Here’s the press release from the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Department: The Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commission recommended […]
A recently released nationwide scientific survey by Responsive Management shows some surprising numbers in the responses of Americans ages 18 and older when asked specific questions about hunting, ethics of legal hunting and others that give solid data for trends compared to previous years. The survey shows that 79 percent of Americans 18 and older […]
For deer hunters in the field, a mix of good camouflage, cleverly disguised tree stands and scent control are all part of the hunt. For those interested in observing, photographing or hunting deer year round, a well-designed food plot can be the perfect device for aiding and holding deer on your land. In tonight’s episode […]
Following months of meetings and evaluations of public preferences, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has formulated possible changes to deer hunting in northwest Florida for the 2014-15 hunting season. The changes are intended to improve hunter satisfaction. The proposed changes are recommendations by FWC staff and have not yet been presented to FWC […]
Summer isn’t over yet, which means there’s plenty of time for grilling and getting things ready for deer season because you know you’ll be workin’ the grill for some tasty venison! By Alan Clemons, Southern Managing Editor We usually don’t get the bone-numbing winter temperatures like our northern brothers. That means even in December and […]
With the wind howling, deer acting wary and just out of range, and only two days left before his hunt ended, Eric Hale had to make something happen. He’d done everything right so far with stand placement and waiting for a good shot. A solid 10-point buck had been tantalizingly close, too, but Hale didn’t […]