We talked about how human scents – particularly flatulence – can impact the area you hunt, but what about natural scents? Many animals rely on...
Bowhunting
Gas in the Woods: Does it Matter?
Flatulence. It happens. And it’s embarrassing, whether at your friend’s house, in a slow-moving elevator, or, unfortunately, beneath the covers...
Camo: You Have to NOT See It, to Believe It
Many animals have evolved ways to use camouflage to either avoid predators or to ambush or stalk prey. When hunting, your job is to fall in with the...
Deer Hunting Happens in the Woods, But Where Exactly?
After 10 minutes I was familiar with the buck’s actions. I knew what caused this 7-point whitetail deer to flinch, and how and why he moved. He was...
Decipher Animal Tracks and Sign
Tracking animals is just like solving a mystery. Animals leave clues behind and the challenge is to figure out what they are telling you....
9 Beginner Tips to Spot-and-Stalk Hunting
You glass the hillside and see a bull elk moving slowly to the east about a quarter mile away. The wind is in your face, blowing your scent away...
8 Questions You Probably Have About Bowhunting
I’ll own it: I was super nervous the first time I went bowhunting. I didn’t know whether I could actually shoot at a deer. Out of respect for the...
Eva Shockey: How to Stay Warm While Bowhunting in the Cold
Eva Shockey has accomplished much in her 25 years. With inspiration from her heroes, she’s merged her two greatest passions – dancing and hunting –...
Video: You Got the Stamina to Be a Mountain Hunter?
The "Beast Mode" video featuring backcountry bowhunter, fitness expert and outdoor writer Cameron Hanes is a bit long at over nine minutes. But it’s...
How to Bowhunt the Right Spot
No matter how much you hunt, watch hunting videos, and read hunting books and articles, some hunter, somewhere, will always know more than you. They...
Bowhunting and Wind Direction
When placing a tree stand for bowhunting season, consider wind conditions. Even stands at the best ambush sites won’t produce results if you aren’t...
Animal Tracks and Sign
Tracking animals is just like solving a mystery. Animals leave clues behind and the challenge is to figure out what they are telling you. Tracking...