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Is a Water Source Important for Deer Hunting?

There's water, water everywhere, which means you need to be strategic about the sources you

Bob Humphrey

Spring Scouting Strategies for Successful Whitetail Hunting

Successful whitetail hunting in the fall starts with lots of legwork in the spring.

Greg Miller

Deer Herd Health: Minerals & Food Plots

Fat and happy deer don't wander far. Keep them close with minerals, supplements, and quality

Brian Strickland

The Science Behind Whitetail Scent Glands

Deer have at least 7 glandular areas that secrete different odorous compounds.

Bob Humphrey

How to Hunt Whitetails in Open Country

Bowhunting whitetails on the open plains can provide several unique challenges.

Joe Blake

Plan B When You've Spooked a Buck

You've blown your chance, but have you blown your season?

Bill Winke

Fall Food-Plot Planting Guide

Work now to see and kill more deer this fall.

Jason Snavely

Fear Factor: Deer Choose Safety over Food

Food is key to patterning deer — not just any food, but quality food that deer don't associate

Dr. Grant Woods

You Can Grow Big Bucks Anywhere

Although Northern whitetails tend to be larger, research shows antler size is directly related

Dr. Grant Woods

Maximize Your Scouting

Late winter and early spring are perfect for penetrating sanctuary spots and gathering intel.

Levi Morgan

When to Shoot Does on Your Whitetail Property

Properly managing your doe harvest each year will ensure the healthiest herd on your whitetail

Dr. Grant Woods

Successful Food Plots on Rocky Soil

With the proper steps, even rocky soil can generate nutritious food plots on your whitetail

Dr. Grant Woods

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