10 of the Best Locations For DIY Hunting Trips In The US

DIY Hunting locations - image of author with a nice cow elk taken in colorado next to an image of a huge mule deer buck standing in the sage brush.

There’s something uniquely exhilarating about the idea of a DIY hunting trip. Imagine heading out into the wild, just you, your gear, and the determination to hunt game using nothing more than your wits and patience. It’s a thrill that calls to the hunter’s soul, offering the chance to connect deeply with nature while pursuing … Read more

5 Tips for Discovering Good Hunting Spots In Your Own Backyard

How to find good hunting spots in your own backyard featured image. Whitetail Deer in the authors own actual backyard in Texas

Finding the best hunting spots near you is like discovering hidden treasure. For one, you are more likely to be able to scout the area in person than those requiring travel to reach. And, being close to home, you will be able to hunt the area more often and at the best times. When searching … Read more

6 Essentials for Hunting Remote Wilderness Areas DIY Style

Hunting Remote Wilderness Areas DIY - Couple of hunters on horseback packing out an elk from the wilderness area

Are you looking for a DIY hunting adventure that gets you away from the crowds of other hunters? An area with more, and less pressured animals? Then you might want to consider Hunting Remote Wilderness areas. Now, I take hunting in the remote wilderness seriously, and you should too. It’s a demanding adventure that calls … Read more

4 Tips for Finding Hidden Gems For DIY Hunting Adventures

Finding hidden gems for DIY hunting adventures - three riders on horses riding through a high mountain meadow scouting for potential hunting areas.

Opportunities for DIY hunting adventures are getting harder to come by with limited tags, point systems, and lotteries. Combine that with more and more hunters afield, and finding that perfect hunting spot becomes even more difficult. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Hunting is becoming more expensive and more crowded every year. Finding those hidden gems for a DIY … Read more

DIY Hunting and The 2 Primary Scouting Techniques For Success

Man standing on a ridge looking over the vast valleys below while scouting for a DIY Hunt

Hunting success, DIY or otherwise, starts with planning and preparation well before the hunt. Scouting potential hunting areas is a critical part of this planning process. Think of hunting as constructing a pyramid. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Scouting is an important part of planning a successful DIY hunting trip. It is best to scout in person by … Read more