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Several wild hogs in a field.

4 Safety Tips to Apply When Hunting Hogs

Hunting hogs carries an inherent risk, so you want to be as safe as you can whenever possible. Wild hogs can be mean, strong, and angry — plus, hunting them usually requires getting close. While our hunter education courses help people learn how to stay safe when…

Close-up of a bb gun.

Should You Use a BB Gun for Hunting Small Game?

Squirrels and rabbits might be small, but they're still tough creatures adapted to the wild. Hunting them requires the right skillset and equipment. While a BB gun can be a fun entry-level tool for beginners to learn marksmanship, its effectiveness in hunting small game is…

A hunter with a buck deer after a kill shot.

How to Be a Safe Hunter and Tag Your First Buck Deer

Hunting your first buck deer is an exhilarating milestone, especially for new hunters. Before you ever step into the woods, understanding safety and preparation is the key to ensuring a successful hunt. Last week, our club helped a 10-year-old girl in North Florida with her first successful…

A broadside deer in a field, where to shoot a deer concept.

Hunter Tip: Knowing Where to Shoot a Deer

Knowing where to shoot a deer is step one in practicing ethical hunting. A responsible hunter reduces the chance of wounding the animal to ensure a clean, quick kill. Shot placement plays a huge part — since it's the critical moment the rest of the…

Venison on a grill.

Venison vs Beef: Which Is Healthier?

Hunting is the best way to support conservation and source sustainable meat for your family. Compare venison to beef, and you'll see why it's a healthier option. Venison is increasingly popular with nutritionists because of its nutritional benefits, offering a sustainable alternative directly sourced from the great…

A large mule deer buck in tall brush.

When Do Mule Deer Rut?

Understanding the intricacies of a mule deer rut will help you avoid common mistakes while hunting them. Hunting deer is easier once you know why they behave the way they do. The breeding season is do-or-die time for deer hunters. Bucks are mostly busy chasing does, giving…