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Baiting has its merits. Many consider it unfair, giving the hunter a considerable advantage. But contrary to what some would have us believe, it’s far from easy, and holds no guarantees. I’ve seen bears sneak in undetected, grab a morsel of meat and disappear as fast as they arrived. I’ve also had bears ghost around … Read more
I’ve lost count of how many different compound bows I’ve owned over the last 34 years. Most were great bows, but I would only consider a handful of them to be favorites. Why? Because they were forgiving. Consider your own experience – if you’ve been into archery for some time – and, I bet you’re … Read more
Every time we buy a new bow it has to be set up and sighted in. Similarly, every time we switch from field tips to broadheads, we have to sight-in again. Following are seven tips to help you as you sight in your own bow. Tip #1: Get a Bow Wrench Assuming you’ve mounted your … Read more
Every bowhunter I know uses trail cams, and if you’re like me, you probably left them out until antlers shed. Now it’s time to bring them in for a little TLC. For the longest time I ran my cameras only during peak periods, from mid-August through to the end of November – but my … Read more
With three giant mule deer in front of me, I was faced with an ethical dilemma. The biggest, a 190-class buck, stood and stretched at 85 yards. The second buck stood at 73 yards. All I could see of the third deer were his equally impressive antlers, just enough to range him at 62. Which … Read more
Now in the throes of winter, most hunting seasons are either closed or winding down. In turn, many of us are returning to an intentional training regimen. Whether it’s a New Year’s resolution or part of your annual routine, January is the time that a lot of us get intentional about fitness, and you should … Read more
Target panic is real, and it’s more common than you might think. From start to finish, every archery shot is about precision. Our mental state, physical fitness, concentration, understanding of the shot parameters and of course execution all come together to bring about downrange accuracy. Simplistically, target panic is a familiar term used to describe … Read more
