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How to find Big Bucks on Public Land

How to find Big Bucks on Public Land

If you are interested in finding the biggest buck a piece of public land offers, you don't need to start by locating the food source. Deer and, most importantly, mature bucks spend the majority of their time wherever humans spend the minority of their time. 
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Whitetail Grip and Grin

Capturing the Moment: Tips for Photographing Whitetails You Harvest

Whether you're a seasoned outdoorsman, an Okayest Hunter or a newcomer to the world of hunting, documenting your harvest through photographs is a fantastic way to relive the excitement and share your achievements with friends and family. 
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Is mobile hunting the only way to hunt deer?

IS MOBILE HUNTING THE BEST?

Sure, mobile hunting has led to the downfall of a lot of wary bucks who would have lived long lives in their little hidden pockets of timber if not for the advent of the tree saddle. There’s no denying that. Sometimes, the exciting potential for new opportunity can cause us to forget a few benefits of sitting still.
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Out of state hunting trip

Planning and Executing Out-of-State Hunts

The longer you wait to get the ball rolling on your out-of-state hunting plans, the longer it will take to get in the woods. Start exploring your options, figuring your logistics, and don’t be afraid to dream a little.
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Being a hunting ambassador

What's It Like Being a Hunting Ambassador?

Being an ambassador for hunting is more than buying your tags every year and changing your social media profile pictures to your latest kill. It’s about representing the lifestyle and aiding in building its defense. It’s about being generous and helping the next generation.
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deer hunting archery practice

Basic Summer Archery Practice Progression

The key is to have a plan and stick to it. Remember perfect practice makes perfect and consistency is the goal. Go into this fall being a better archer than you were last year. Let’s get shooting!

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Watering holes for early season whitetails

Hunting Early Season Whitetails in the Heat

Water is vital for the survival and overall well-being of whitetail deer. During dry seasons or in regions with limited natural water sources, waterholes become critical for sustaining deer populations. 
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DIY Duck Hunting Boat

Building Your Own DIY Duck Hunting Boat

Building Your Own Duck Boat By Jeff Ludeke | PUBLISHED June 11th, 2023 There's a common saying that boat stands for Bust Out Another Thousand (B.O.A.T.). Knowing that boats can become money...
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