Tips for Aging Bucks by Body Traits
Aging bucks on the hoof is as much art as science. You won’t get it right every time, but keep trying.
How to Define a True “Trophy” Buck
This question might sound simple, especially to those of you that have just begun your whitetail hunting career, but take it from me, it’s a question that has kept deer hunters awake at night. After almost 60 years of “taking to the whitetail woods,” I...
Tips for Properly and Ethically Disposing of Deer Remains
Disposal of deer remains may not be the highlight of a hunting trip, but it is an important aspect of hunting, particularly in maintaining the hunter’s image. Properly disposed deer remains will soon be taken care of by decomposition and insects because nature...
Lessons Only the Outdoors Can Teach
There are lessons out there that aren’t taught in any public school classroom, lessons that only a good parent can provide. And then there are lessons that only time spent outdoors can teach us. The Ides of August have come and gone, the fellowship of the orange cloth...
Can You Identify All 9 of These Animal Tracks?
Whether hunting, camping or spending time in the wilderness, being able to identify animal tracks can help you become more aware of your surroundings and track down your game. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Answers: Grizzly bear Grey...
How to Make Your Own Cane Pole Fishing Rig
Making a cane pole fishing rig: A do-it-yourself project for sportsmen of all ages Several months back I wrote a piece for Sporting Classics Daily touting the virtues and versatility of cane poles as a fishing tool. What I should have done then was follow that...
Quiz: Are You an Ultimate Survivalist?
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Tips for Tying the Perfect Fishing Knots
A well-tied fishing knot can make the difference between a great day and heartbreak. For a new angler, landing a nice fish knowing the hook is secured by a strong knot is a satisfying feeling. On the other hand, losing that same fish with a subpar knot is...