Calling is a tactic that is either loved or hated by most modern deer hunters. It either works a lot for them, or it rarely does. There isn’t much in-between. But I’m in-between. There are certain times that I will call to deer. But more times than not, I won’t. Either way, here are 13 […]
Cased caddis larvae are abundant in many rivers and streams and are an excellent food source for trout of all persuasions. For an insect in its larval state that lives underwater and is attached to rocks on the stream bottom, they’re remarkable engineers, as they’re able to create protective houses using nothing more than fine […]
Whether you prefer a grill, smoker, or Crockpot, if you want to learn how to cook venison, internalize this message: Venison is not beef. Everything you need to know about how to cook venison — butchering, proper internal temperature, flavor profiles, everything — comes back to the fact that free-roaming deer and domestic cows are […]
I’ve yet to conduct any kind of survey, but I’d be willing to bet most turkey hunters take nothing more than the breast meat from their bird, along with a few fancy collectibles like the spurs, beard and tail fan. In fact, I recently spoke with another turkey hunter that seemed a bit shocked to […]
Some limit deer season efforts to just that — deer season. But there are many tasks that can and should be completed during the winter and spring off-season months. Complete these 35 tasks over the next couple of months, and you’ll be in much better shape for next fall and winter. Scouting New Ground for […]
Whether it’s deer, elk, bear, or other game, the harvest from a successful hunt provides sustenance for our family throughout the year. Venison in particular offers a lean and flavorful alternative to store-bought meats, making it a prized ingredient in our home. One of the beauties of venison chili is its simplicity. With just a […]
I have been making Mongolian wild game dishes for years. Mongolian venison, Mongolian bear, Mongolian rabbit…it’s a family favorite. Most of the recipes I’ve made, however, require a fair amount of time and effort. While they are certainly delicious meals, I don’t always have the time and effort to put into a meal. This year […]
It was moments after legal shooting light when the two roosted gobblers that I’d been hen-talking to were on the ground and approaching my decoys. I readied my Mathews bow, drew when the time was right, and sent an arrow through the larger tom. My hunt was practically over before it began. Hunting near a […]
Of all the wild game hunters pursue, no other animal demands the year-round time and attention like the whitetail deer. It’s what drives the deer hunter throughout the year. Hunting season is what many folks live for. But it’s the planning and preparation that hunters look forward to throughout the year. Scouting, glassing, land management […]
A dissertation on reloading technique and practices. “What are you doing? I would never run dirty brass though my resizing die!” Talk to 10 dedicated reloaders, and I’ll wager you get 10 different techniques and opinions, even if the differences are subtle. Is there one proper technique for the process of reloading centerfire rifle and […]
