Hunting

Pointing dog breeds are natural pheasant hunters. With training, their instinctive pointing behavior can be used to their owners advantage. This article will give specific steps to training a...

Want to know the easiest way to fail when bowhunting a big whitetail deer? Try to get in his bedroom. Many hunters attempt to hunt in bedding areas, but this approach is very risky.

Adding a scope to your BB gun will increase your range of effectiveness when hunting squirrels or target shooting. It is a relatively simple process.

When using a bow less than 37 inches long, a mechanical release is the best way to avoid pinching your fingers during the draw. Setting up your bow for a release is a simple proposition.

There are a few different ways to clean pheasants; it really depends on whether you have to transport them, and how much you want to keep.

"Dual-port action" is a term used to describe a gun that has been specially designed to be used by left-handed and right-handed individuals.

How to grow a great food plot to attract wildlife, dear etc.

From Ontario to Saskatchewan, opportunities abound for guided trips for the hunter out to bag one of the species of wild geese native to Canada. Depending on your budget and your time frame, you...

A Bowmaster Bow Press is designed to be used for partial split limb bows. It is more economical and portable than a standard bow press.

Ducks sure are tasty, but cleaning them can pose a problem for some people. There are a few different ways of cleaning them and we will discuss the various ways in this article.

Approximately half of each day's hours occur between dusk and dawn, under dark conditions. The majority of outdoor activities typically end when the sun goes down due to the fact that humans...

Almost everyone who has ever spent time outdoors has had the misfortune of being lost. Some situations are worse than others and each situation will dictate how you should react. In many cases,...

Many hunters fly to their hunting sites via commercial airlines, and it’s important they know how to pack for greatest efficiency and least expense. As host of Ducks Unlimited TV, I travel via...

Most people do not think of a duck call as being an instrument, but in all fairness it is. It takes skill to master a duck call and the type of call you chooses determines the notes that will be...

Whitetail deer hunting is a favorite past time for many American’s. Every year, hunters work their property in hopes of bagging a huge buck so they can brag to all of their friends. Every once...

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game has laws that protect the fish and wildlife of the state from unethical sportsmen and poachers. These laws include definitions of big game, legal methods to...

An unwelcome wild animal can be a terror on a yard or a garden, damaging your lawn or tearing up and eating your crops. Often times, trapping and removing the offending animal is the only way to...

Setting up a peep sight on a compound bow is a simple proposition with the right tools, and it will make your shots more accurate.

Shotguns are one of the most common firearms in the world. Casual sportsmen use them for hunting and target shooting. Law enforcement and the military use them for self defense and riot control....

Whitetail deer are abundant in many parts of Texas, providing considerable opportunities for recreational hunting and boosting local economies throughout the state. While leasing land for deer...

Your knife should require less sharpening with this process and you will be a cut above the other hunters. Hunting knives are not all created equal. Various types of metal will respond...

Scoped pistols are becoming more popular every year. They can help a shooter obtain the highest level of accuracy. Rifle scopes will not perform well for this use because in order to work on the...

The first rifle scope, based on a refracted lens, was invented in the late 1880s and was rather primitive compared with today's sophisticated devices, many of which come armed with variable...

Federal law requires that all guns made in, or imported into, the United States have a serial number imprinted on the frame. Manufacturers must keep records on the retailers they sell guns to, and...

Although bobcats are fascinating, powerful animals, they can also make a nuisance of themselves. Bobcats can damage property via their methods for hunting; they carry fleas and may even carry...

New Mexico is a land of plenty when it comes to hunting. World-class elk and deer roam the state as well as turkey, exotic species and small game.

Falconry is more of a lifestyle than a hobby. Before attempting to become a falconer, be sure you have the time, patience and commitment to pursue this art for years to come. Falconry is also...

Using sights on a compound bow looks complicated, but in reality it's pretty easy. With practice, your arrows will be more accurate than shooting instinctively (without sights).

Hosting a wild-game banquet is a great way to build fellowship at your church and introduce non-hunters to God's bounty.

Being a hunting guide is a physically demanding job that offers little pay. But it can be a rewarding experience when you get a client in range of a trophy animal, and the client makes the shot.

Handguns, such as pistols, are notorious for being inaccurate in comparison to other firearms. Without sight magnification, handguns are nearly ineffective for hunting game. Installing a scope on...

While turtle meat is not an option you find on your everyday restaurant menu, there are many delicious recipes which utilize the shelled lake-dwellers. Catching turtles can be difficult, as they...

According to Deer-Departed.com, 1 million deer and 300 people are killed in the United States each year as a result of collisions between vehicles and the animals. A deer whistle might be able to...

Trapping has a rich history in North America. From the first humans on the continent during the last ice age to the mountain men of the 1700s, fur-bearing animals have been used for clothing and...

Hunters in Illinois as of 2009 targeted white-tailed deer more than any other species of game animal according to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. These hunters must strictly observe...

Ka-Bar Knives Incorporated is an American company producing military, hunting and utility knives. The company is widely known for its United States Marine Corps utility and fighting knife.

Arkansas is a sportsman's paradise, with hunting and fishing a favorite sport for locals, as well as being a great draw for visitors. The Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (AGFC) regulates all...

Raccoon hunting is a popular sport in some parts of America. And to most coon hunters, using dogs is the only way to do it. The United Kennel Club recognizes seven breeds of coon dogs.

In many areas of the country, feeding (or baiting) wild game is against the law. There are other ways to attract deer to your property, however. Creating areas where deer can bed may act as a deer...

Do you want to achieve more accuracy and be able to group your arrows on the target without as much practice? Try mounting a bow sight on your bow. Once sighted for the proper ranges, the feel is...

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission declares the state is the "duck hunting capital of the world." Statistics kept by the agency show hunters have harvested millions of ducks during the past...

Most animals have an innate ability to smell the presence of predators or anything abnormal to their natural environment. Hunting scent spray is used to cover the natural scent of a hunter. Scent...

When casting bullets, lube is one of the most important ingredients. The lube band on the bullet reduces friction on the bullet in the barrel, increasing the life of the gun barrel. The lube needs...

Although many animals are cute and fuzzy, they can also make a nuisance of themselves. Rabbits, possums and skunks can damage gardens and lawns, carry fleas, and even carry disease into your...

The beautiful, sharp metal of many knives can outlast the handles that come attached. General wear and tear can deteriorate the condition of a handle. Or perhaps you've just decided to make your...

A pellet gun is a ranged weapon that propels projectiles (pellets) at a target through the discharge of stored or compressed air. Hunting with a pellet gun presents a significant challenge to the...

Locating and understanding whitetail buck scrapes.

Elk hunting is a sport thousands of individuals in New Mexico take part in every year. Wilderness camping, hunting and fishing are natural pastimes in many of the western states. However, before...

Although many animals are cute and fuzzy, they can also make a nuisance of themselves. Rabbits, possums and skunks can damage gardens and lawns, carry fleas, and even carry disease into your...

Deer hunting in Texas is a popular pursuit, governed by the regulations set forth by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Hunters have their choice of white-tailed deer or mule deer to hunt in...