Deer movement doesn’t simply shut down in October — it changes. Tom Carpenter shares seven ways to adjust your hunting strategy and capitalize on the so-called October lull.
Tag: whitetail deer
Buck Genetics: The Overlooked Role of the Doe in Antler Growth
When hunters evaluate buck genetics, they often focus on the sire. But the doe, nutrition and environmental conditions can all play major roles in how a whitetail buck’s antlers develop.
4 Terrain Features That Put You Closer to Big Bucks
Inside corners, funnels, saddles and edges can reveal how deer naturally move through a property. Learn how to identify these terrain features and use them to choose better stand locations.
What It Really Takes to Grow a 170-Inch Whitetail
In this classic Deer & Deer Hunting article, the late Charles J. Alsheimer explains how genetics, nutrition, management and age come together to produce truly top-end whitetails.
Ready for the Rut: How Whitetail Bucks Change as Fall Heats Up
As the rut approaches, rising testosterone transforms whitetail buck behavior. See what changes from September through November.
STAY A STEP AHEAD OF A DEER’S NOSE
A deer’s nose can end a hunt before it starts. Here’s why rubber boots for deer hunting can help reduce odor, manage moisture and strengthen your scent-control routine.
Decoy Tactics That Bring Bucks Close
A deer decoy can provide the visual confirmation a curious or rutting buck needs to close the distance. Learn how to choose, position and use deer decoys effectively throughout the season.
Rut Realities | Complete Version by Dr. Stephen Ditchkoff
The October issue of The Trapper contained a printing error that omitted the conclusion of Dr. Stephen Ditchkoff’s article “Rut Realities.” Read the complete ending and learn how buck age structure and herd management influence the rut.
Patterning Whitetails | Understanding Mature Bucks
Much of the patterning that “experts” do is impossible. That said, deer are patterned every year by real-world hunters. Here’s how they do it.
7 Biggest Mistakes of Deer Hunting Land Management
Are you making these seven mistakes when it comes to deer hunting land management? See Steve Bartylla’s tips on managing prime deer dirt.