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Whitetail

Don't Bowhunt from a Gun Stand

Prioritize shot opportunities over deer sightings.

Bill Winke

You Should Rarely Hunt the Same Tree Twice

In order to keep your favorite spots fresh, you need to determine whether to stick it out or

Clint Casper

Hunt Mature Bucks as Individuals

Every buck is different, especially the older ones, so you can't expect to hunt them the same

Bill Winke

Patterning Small Whitetail Properties

Let the data reveal where and when to strike!

Jace Bauserman

3 of the Toughest Decisions in Bowhunting

How to handle three challenging choices you'll encounter deer hunting.

Bill Winke

By the Numbers: Whitetails vs. Wild Turkeys

Both generate big bucks, but one is king!

Jason Snavely

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Big Game

Hair-Raising Bear Encounters

There's nothing quite like bear hunting from the ground!

Cody Robbins

16-Year-Old Arrows 428-Inch Arizona Bull

After tagging a trophy elk a few years back with a rifle, Cody Vine set out to do the same

Mark Demko

Don't Be Afraid to Change Your Plan

Even when your mind's made up, hunting strategies can be altered — and that's okay!

Eddie Claypool

The Incomparable Thrill of Bear Hunting

June is prime time to pursue big boars!

Cody Robbins

How to Kill an Antelope When They Won't Come to Water

When the prairies are drenched, and waterhole hunting isn't an option, here's how to punch

Jace Bauserman

Spot-and-Stalk Success on Prairie Mule Deer Bucks

We headed out before sunrise with the hopes of spotting a big buck to stalk within bow range.

Brad Fenson

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Turkey

Budget Birds: Turkey Hunting on the Cheap

A lack of funding shouldn't stop you from chasing gobblers. Try this proven plan!

Lane Farris

Turkey Trifecta: A Spring for the Ages!

3 States. 3 Birds. 3 Successful Strategies.

Clint Casper

Stopping the Fade: Are Turkeys in Trouble?

Wild turkey populations are declining across the nation.

Will Brantley

By the Numbers: Whitetails vs. Wild Turkeys

Both generate big bucks, but one is king!

Jason Snavely

Where and How to Take Aim at a Turkey

Precision practice and understanding the bird's anatomy are vital for bowhunting gobblers.

Brad Fenson

8 Essential Items for Turkey Season

Bowhunting spring gobblers can be a blast — just make sure you've got the right equipment!

Mark Demko

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Other Game

5 Awesome Archery Activities for Summer

Don't put down your bow just because rutting bucks and bugling bulls seem a long way off.

Mark Demko

Chasing Coues Deer in the Wild West

For the Claypool clan, deer season certainly isn't finished when the whitetail rut reaches its

Eddie Claypool

Crossbow Hunting for More Than Just Whitetails

Crossbows are a fun and effective tool for many other forms of hunting.

Bob Humphrey

3 Secrets for Bowhunting Coyotes

Most would define the narrow opening in the thick river bottom below me as a whitetail funnel.

Mark Kayser

Hog Heaven: Bowhunting Florida Hogs

If the swamps of Central Florida are hog-hunting heaven, William "Hoppy" Kempfer is a

Christian Berg

Strange Brew: Helicopter Hog Hunting With A Crossbow

I realize the whole topic of crossbows and crossbow hunting can be a bit controversial among

Christian Berg

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Bowfishing

Field Tested: Muzzy Bowfishing V2 Bow Kit

A superb setup for any bow fisherman!

Mark Demko

Bowfishing's Bucket List: 7 Must-Have Experiences

If you live to be on the water, put these sensational bowfishing destinations on your to-do

Mark Demko

Bowfishing in the Shadows of Downtown Pittsburgh

Some of the East Coast's best bowfishing is located in western Pennsylvania.

Christian Berg

Catch of a Lifetime: Jeff Thomason's Bowfishing World Record Mako Shark

Being a predator hunter, I have a passion for heart-pounding, adrenaline-pumping adventures.

Jeff Thomason

10 Best Bowfishing Destinations

My favorite place to bowfish right now is in Washington on the Snake River just below Chief

Patrick Meitin

Cool Down With Bowfishing!

There's no better way to spend a sultry summer's day than knee deep in cooling water shooting

Patrick Meitin

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How-To

Strengthen Repeatability by Using the Right Setup

Here's how to get your equipment set just right to ensure top comfort and consistency.

Joe Bell

Hunting the Wide-Open West

Keep these tips in mind for a successful stalk.

Brad Fenson

The Fundamentals of Good Shooting Form

Follow these steps to establish solid shooting consistency.

Joe Bell

Future-Proof Food Plots

The best manmade food sources are created in nature's image.

Jason Snavely

Getting Started: First-Time Women Bowhunters

If you're a woman looking to break into the sport of archery, you'll want to begin with these

Emily Kantner

How to Perform Under Pressure

Here's how to ace those big shots when they arise!

Bill Winke

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Stories

Ohio Bowhunter Rewarded for Patience

With just one day to spare, a tag was finally filled after more than 70 days on stand during

Emily Konkler

Make Time to Take Worthy Hero Photos

A photo of a deer captures more than a moment in time.

Jim Bouchard

17 Tales of a Terrible Hunting Buddy

Hunting season is a sacred time of year, so be sure to make the most of it by being a good

Josh Honeycutt

Do Yourself a Favor: Take a Kid Hunting!

Taking a new hunter afield can be thrilling for both of you.

Cody Robbins

Chasing Coues Deer in the Wild West

For the Claypool clan, deer season certainly isn't finished when the whitetail rut reaches its

Eddie Claypool

Avoid Big Mistakes by Addressing Small Details

Here are a few things to look for before problems actually exist. You might be glad you did!

Cody Robbins

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