9 Tips for Using Trail Cameras To Track Deer Movements

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Using trail cameras can offer an eye-opening way to understand deer movements across a hunting property or piece of land. Whether I’m new to deer hunting or working to improve my scouting process, these cameras deliver hard-to-get insights about where deer feed, bed down, and travel. QUICK LOOK: Tips for Trail Camera Setup and Settings … Read more

8 Tips for Choosing the Best Electric Meat Grinders For Hunters

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Finding the best electric meat grinders as a hunter means picking equipment that keeps up with a busy processing day and stands up to lots of use. Processing wild game, like venison, elk, or wild boar, often involves bigger batches of meat and tougher muscle tissue than what you get from store-bought cuts. QUICK LOOK: … Read more

Using A Game Processor Vs DIY Processing

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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

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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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

Drone-Based Scouting Services For Mule Deer

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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

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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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

6 Features of Waterproof Ground Blinds For Wet-condition Elk Hunting

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Hunting elk in constantly wet conditions takes planning, patience, and the right kind of gear. One of the most overlooked items are waterproof ground blinds. Staying dry is about more than just comfort—it can also make the difference between a successful hunt and spending the day shivering and distracted. In this article, I’m focusing on … Read more

4 of the Best DIY Elk Hunting Areas In Colorado

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Elk hunting in Colorado can be an exciting challenge for the do-it-yourself adventurer. I have found that planning a personal hunting trip not only helps save on guide fees but also builds self-reliance. There is a wide selection of public lands in Colorado that support elk populations and offer plenty of opportunities. QUICK LOOK: Some … Read more