Hunting

Using A Game Processor Vs DIY Processing

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Using a Game Processor vs DIY Processing featured image showing a grinder and ground venison.

When deciding how to process your wild game, I often find myself weighing two main options: using a professional game processor or DIY Processing. Each approach has its own reasons to choose it, depending on how much time I have, what kind of experience I want, and how important convenience or control is to me. … Read more

Packing And Field Care Of Game Animals

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Packing and Field Care of Game Animals featured image showing the author kneeling next to a cow elk, and an image of packing out the meat on his back.

Bringing home quality meat from a hunting trip really depends on how I handle the game from the moment it’s down in the field. The right approach to packing and caring for game meat helps me keep it clean, cool, and in top shape before it ever sees my freezer. QUICK LOOK: Essential Gear for … Read more

Using GPS And Hunting Apps For Your Success And Safety

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GPS and Hunting Apps for Your Success featured image showing someone using a Hunting App on their smartphone.

Over the years, I’ve found that GPS devices and hunting apps make my hunts more efficient, help me steer through the wild without getting lost, and keep me much safer in remote areas. Reliable navigation and planning are really important for hunters, especially when moving through unfamiliar terrain or large properties.  Today’s tech allows for … Read more

Hunting Mule Deer With A Muzzleloader

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Hunting Mule Deer with a Muzzleloader featured image showing a large mule deer buck bedded in the tall grass next to an image of a muzzleloader rifle with a scope.

Hunting mule deer with a muzzleloader brings a special kind of challenge that mixes old-school skills with the thrill of getting up close. Unlike modern rifles, a muzzleloader forces me to work on closing the distance, really knowing my equipment, and paying attention to the little things, from keeping my scent down to making every … Read more

5 Best Public Land Mule Deer Hunting In Colorado

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Best Public Land Mule Deer Hunting in Colorado featured image showing a hunter, Ken Kuhn, sitting and watching a mountain meadow next to an image of a large mule deer buck standing in an open field.

Public land mule deer hunting in Colorado stands out as one of the best ways to get into the state’s wild and rugged landscapes. Every fall, Colorado pulls in hunters nationwide who are hoping for a shot at a big mountain buck. If you’re planning your first hunt or want a refresher on where to … Read more

Bow Hunting For Mule Deer

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Bow Hunting for Mule Deer featured image showing a lady bowhunter walking in the woods next to an image of a large mule deer buck standing in an aspen grove.

Bow Hunting for Mule Deer offers unique challenges and memorable experiences, particularly for those who savor time in the wild landscapes of the western United States and Canada. In my experience, careful planning has a huge impact on hunting success because mule deer are alert, adaptable, and live in some truly rugged country. QUICK LOOK: … Read more

Best Public Land Mule Deer Hunting

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Best Public Land Mule Deer Hunting featured image showing a hunter glassing for deer next to an image of a large mule deer buck standing in an open meadow.

Public land Mule deer hunting delivers a special mix of challenge, adventure, and reward that keeps me coming back year after year. With the vastness and diversity of public lands across the West, there’s always the chance of tracking down a mature buck in country that feels truly wild. As someone who has spent countless … Read more

Drone-Based Scouting Services For Mule Deer

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Drone-based Scouting Services for Mule Deer featured image showing a man launching a drone at dawn next to an image of a large mule deer buck bedded in tall grass.

Drone technology is transforming how people gather information about wildlife, and there’s growing curiosity about using drones for mule deer scouting. I often hear from hunters and landowners asking if drone-based scouting services can help track deer movement, especially during hunting season. But it’s crucial to mention that most states have strict rules that heavily … Read more

Late Season Mule Deer Hunting Tips

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Late-Season Mule Deer Hunting Tips featured image showing Jerry Gerwick sitting on a hillside and an image of a large mule deer buck standing in a snowy meadow.

Mule deer hunting in the late season is a unique adventure that rewards anyone willing to adapt to winter’s challenges. I’ve braved freezing mornings, watched as migration routes changed overnight, and felt the pressure of bucks that have seen hunters for months. QUICK LOOK: Tips for Hunting Late-Season Mule Deer Each late-season hunt makes it … Read more

8 Tips for Dealing with Hunting Pressure While Mule Deer Hunting

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Tips for Dealing with Hunting Pressure when Mule Deer Hunting featured image that includes an image of a hunter glassing for deer and an image of a large mule deer buck standing in the tall grass.

Mule deer hunting can be challenging, particularly when hunting pressure increases during the season. I find that recognizing how hunting pressure affects mule deer is the first step to having more consistent encounters with mature bucks. In this article, I’m sharing my experience along with useful facts and strategies that help me adapt and stay … Read more