Hunting Safety (45)

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9 Duck Hunting Tips for Your First Waterfowl Hunt

Waterfowl hunting offers a fascinating blend of quiet patience and fast action: there's something magical about the first sounds of wings slicing through the air as the sun breaks over your duck blind. Whether you're a new hunter (or just new to duck hunting), the…

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Making a Hunting Plan: How to Prepare for Hunting Season

Even the best-prepared hunting plan may change once the hunt begins. Still, the planning process itself is crucial. Whether you're preparing for your first whitetail hunt or going after caribou in Alaska, taking a hunting planner approach can help to increase your odds of having a successful…

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The Best Elk Hunting Tips for Beginners

There’s something magical about elk hunting that sets it apart from other North American big game. Maybe it’s the physical challenge and thrill of pursuing this majestic animal through scenic forests and mountains. Or, maybe it's experiencing the up-close and personal bugle that rattles every bone…

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What Hunters Should Know About Deer Body Language

The ability to read deer body language will often mean the difference between a successful hunt and a missed opportunity. Experienced hunters know how to observe and interpret a deer’s subtle communication system, which signals the animal’s mood, awareness, and potential subsequent actions. Every tail…