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Wisconsin Hunters Pass on Locked-Up Bucks, Use Angle Grinder to Free Them
After finding two bucks with their racks helplessly tangled, the hunters decided to free the deer instead of filling their tags
Bowhunter Tags a 200-Inch Buck in the St. Louis Suburbs After 5 Years of Hunting Him
Brian Gailis almost tagged this buck when it was “only” a 150-inch eight pointer, but now he’s glad the deer survived to old age
The Biggest Bucks of 2021
Hunters all across whitetail country tagged some incredible bucks this year. Here’s a look back at some of the biggest ones
Second Grader Tags the Big Buck Her Dad Had Been Hunting for Months
Steven Bush's daughter killed the big buck he'd been hunting, and he wouldn't have it any other way
Rutting Bucks and Bad-Tasting Venison. Here’s What Deer Hunters Need to Know
No, venison from mature bucks doesn’t have to taste bad. But, venison from an old brawler buck killed during the tail-end of the rut is a different story. Here’s why
Ultimate Guide to Using Mock Scrapes
Here's everything you need to know about making, and hunting, mock scrapes
Best Deer Hunting Tips and Tactics for Halloween Week
The next week of deer hunting will be scary good if you follow this expert advice
8 Tips Treestand Deer Hunters Can Use to Kill Western Whitetails
Western bucks can be harder to pattern than eastern deer, but if you know where to look, this can be one of the most challenging bow hunts you’ll do
3 of the Best Midwestern States for Hunting OTC Whitetails This Season
Getting an itch to extend your season? These three states offer the best over-the-counter tags for whitetails
The Best Days to Hunt the 2021 Whitetail Rut, Based on Moon Phases
Our expert's picks on when to take days off work and hunt the rut this fall