General Hunting Tips (85)

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A Hunting Gear Guide: What to Take vs. What to Leave at Home

Wandering out into the woods without the right gear for your hunt can leave you without the essentials you need to bring home the game you’re after. Hunters need the right clothing, scopes, firearms and ammunition, bows and arrows, navigation tools, snacks, and water to…

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How to Choose the Right Hunting Caliber

One thing hunters love to do (besides hunting and enjoying wild game) is debate different types of hunting calibers. Which caliber is the best all-around choice? Which rounds are better for small game vs. big game? What goes into choosing a caliber based on what…

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A Hunter's Best Friend: A History of Hunting Dogs

Hunters use a variety of strategies to improve their success during a hunt, but one strategy dates back many, many years: having a dog as a hunting partner. According to the American Kennel Club, there are now 30 officially recognized sporting group breeds, and many dogs…

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Hunting Basics: Types Of Turkey Calls to Call in a Tom

Turkeys are intensely vocal creatures known for a spectrum of sounds and highly developed communication systems that go well beyond the widely known gobble. Turkeys call in various social contexts, including communicating with each other, establishing social hierarchies, maintaining group cohesion, and navigating their environment. Whether…

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Do Kids Need a Hunters Ed Course?

Hunting is a family tradition for many. You may know someone (including yourself) who grew up hunting with their dad or grandad, and it’s just second nature for your family to plan hunting trips each year to continue the tradition and feel your freezers. Hunter…

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Hunting Basics: How to Stay Safe While Turkey Hunting

Turkey hunting can be particularly exciting, especially when there's a tom strutting and gobbling in front of you. For this reason, it also takes extra planning to stay safe during the hunt. Because turkeys have good eyesight, an effective hunter has to blend in well…