Whether you’re stuck at home by choice or by order, we’ve got you covered when it comes to busy-bee projects. As we head into the spring season, there’s never an excuse for being bored, especially when you’re a diehard outdoorsman or woman. Let your imagination run wild. There are literally dozens of things you could […]
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Deer Molting: When and Why Deer Lose Their Hair
Deer molting is a sure sign of spring. The reasons why deer lose their hair are fascinating, and yet another sign that Mother Nature knows how to take care of her critters. Deer Molting is a Natural Process If you have trail cameras out, you’ve probably noticed some really ratty-looking deer out there. I’ve received […]
Try this Secret Tip for Hunting Giant Bucks
Lee and Tiffany Lakosky are known throughout the deer hunting world as masters at managing properties for huge bucks. According to Lee, his magic bullet is the same lucky charm of the Irish — clover. “People ask me all the time,” Lakosky told Deer & Deer Hunting. “If you could put in one all-around plant that […]
More Clues About How, Why Deer See Better Than Humans
White-tailed deer are a prey species. Their sight, hearing and sense of smell are especially adapted to evade predators, human hunters included. While the whitetail’s ability to hear and smell potential danger is probably most critical for survival purposes, I’ve been impressed by their ability to detect even the slightest bit of potentially dangerous movement. […]
Bonus: Great Predator Guns for Any Hunter
Manufacturers are producing a number of excellent guns tailor made for hunting predators. It’s hard to pick up a hunting magazine or turn on an outdoor network without seeing something dedicated to predator hunting. Try it and it’s easy to see why calling a predator into gun range is one of the fastest growing segments of […]
Song Dogs of the East: Change Expectations, Tactics for Eastern Coyotes
As a lifelong New Englander who has called predators from Connecticut to Maine since the early 1960s, I’m always amused when a Western-based writer tries to explain how it’s done east of the Mississippi. They invariably come up with some great theories that often sound convincing to the nov- ice predator caller, but it’s easy […]
New: DeerHunter.TV Offers Free Online Deer Hunting TV Shows
IOLA, Wis. and NEW YORK – Deer & Deer Hunting, America’s first and foremost whitetail hunting source, and Sportsrocket, a leading provider of custom media solutions to the sports industry, today announced the launch of DeerHunter.TV, a robust, multiplatform digital TV channel offering free-to-watch online deer hunting and outdoors video content. DeerHunter.TV is available now […]
The Magic of Venison Stew
Something about a savory stew warms the heart and soothes the soul. Maybe it’s the ingredients — meat tenderized by a few hours of simmering, hearty vegetables taking a natural place alongside the feature meat, a thick and rich broth that ties all of the flavors together but doesn’t overwhelm them. Maybe it’s the warmth […]
Venison Chili: Flavorful Dish Comes From the West
Venison chili is a favorite of many hunters. It’s easy to make, you can use ground or chunked venison, and it is so doggone versatile it’s not even funny. Make it mild or hot, spoon it out of a bowl or eat on cornbread or spaghetti, beans or no beans … so many options. Brad Fresch, who […]
Hot Gear: Cut Scouting Time in Half with OnXMaps
Everyone understands that a successful hunt is often the result of good scouting and preparation. But that all takes times which is usually at a premium. Let technology help. Save time by downloading the HUNT App to a smartphone or tablet and scouting potential hunting spots quickly and efficiently from home. Save the maps, and […]