Can you or should you use a drone to hunt deer? These turn out to be two very different sides of a coin. In some States the answer is yes, you can, provided that specific regulations are adhered to. However, when it comes to the ethical side of it, the answer is not so positive,…
Is scent control really important? Yes, it is extremely important. A deer’s sense of smell is more advanced than its sight, sound or taste. However, you cannot rely on scent control only to bring down a buck, for no matter how intense your scent control tactics are, he will smell you at least a little.…
Can you go hunting while pregnant? The answer is not a clear-cut yes or no. You have to get the green light from your doctor and then you may go hunting provided that you take specific precautions to protect you and your baby. There are many different opinions on this topic because the biggest concerns…
What to Wear for Deer Hunting? Choosing your deer hunting outfit has everything to do with protection from the elements (keeping warm), color for blending in with your environment (camouflage), safety and comfort. It is therefore important to ensure your clothing includes all the necessary items. The success of your hunt may be affected if…
Where to shoot a deer? Most hunters have learned that the best place to shoot a deer is to aim for the heart or lungs. However, there are many other options to consider such as the brain, neck, and shoulder. One thing is sure, there are many different opinions when it comes to the best…
The fact is, most hunters use both tree stands and blinds depending on what the situation calls for, but some vouch that tree stands are the most favorable method in almost any scenario. How do you shoot deer from a tree stand? Hunting from a tree stand is extremely rewarding as it may be done…
Can you hunt deer during the rain and wind? Hunting deer in cold, rainy and windy conditions is possible, in fact, it might even be one of your most successful and rewarding experience as a hunter. The harder you work for your prize, the higher sense of achievement you will experience. The fact is, any…
Let’s start at the beginning; adult male deer naturally shed their antlers each year after the rut which is during the late winter months of February to March. Decreasing testosterone levels trigger this phenomenon which is followed by growing back a new set of larger antlers in the beginning of spring. What is shed…
Let’s be honest, calling ducks successfully is one of the most rewarding experiences for any duck hunter. Some hunters describe it as a humbling feeling, a feeling that you are connecting to the bird, a feeling that you are a “duck whisperer”; you are inside their world, communicating with them. Of course, there will…
Can you hunt ducks with a bow? Duck and waterfowl can indeed be hunted with a bow, but the specifications of legalization thereof are determined by each State and in some cases even each county. Therefore, you should familiarize yourself with what is legal for hunting ducks in the county/State where you are planning to…