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How to Build a Hunting Blind

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A hunting blind can be an excellent way to hunt with comfort and ease. It allows you to hide in your prey's own environment, giving you the advantage you need... more »

How to Butcher a Deer

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Successfully bagging a deer is only the first step to actually bringing the animal home. Each deer hunter needs to develop basic butchering skills in order to make sure the meat is correctly preserved for human consumption. Read on to learn more... more »

How to Buy a Predator Call

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Suppliers of predator calls introduce new animal sounds and devices frequently, so buying a calling device requires that you do your research. There are two basic kinds of predator call devices used for calling wildlife. The electronic caller, ... more »

How to Choose Ammo for Hunting

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You've got your hunting license and your deer blind, your camouflage and your weapon, and now all you need is the right ammunition. However, finding the right ammo for your particular purpose is not as simple as it may seem. Calibers, tips, ... more »

How to Defend Hunting

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Animal rights activists and anti-gun supporters argue its violence and cruelty to animals; hunters defend hunting by stating the positive aspects of the sport. How do make a logical argument?.. more »

How to Dress for Hunting in Warm Weather

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Warm weather is a perfect time to hunt. You get to enjoy the best that nature has to offer while enjoying the level pace and focused joy of a good hunt. Outdoorsmen hunting in warm weather face some difficult decisions, however, that measure up ... more »

How to Field Dress a Rabbit

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To preserve a rabbit you've just shot, it's best to dress or gut it while still out in the field. This will save making the mess at home and also help prevent the meat from being contaminated by any of the inner organs. These steps will help keep ... more »

How to Field Dress Bison

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Field dressing bison is much like field dressing any other large-game animal except that it takes a little longer. Bison are the largest living land mammals in North America. A mature bison bull can weigh up to 2000 lbs., and a mature bison cow ... more »

How to Field Dress Pheasant

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To dress pheasant in the field, you will need to bring all of your supplies with you on the hunt. Remembering to keep your dressing sanitary can mean the difference between enjoying your birds for dinner and taking a trip to the hospital with ... more »

How to Get a Hunting License in Colorado

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The beautiful and game-loaded state of Colorado has many intriguing types of game that attract hunters from all around the world. The terrain can be challenging and you may find yourself more comfortable with a hunting guide for your first few ... more »

How to Get a Hunting License in Florida

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Florida, known for beaches, sunshine, and amusement parks, is also home to amazing and sometimes exotic game. While hunters can shoot some birds up north during one season, they can also hunt gators during another. Since the decline of natural ... more »

How to Get a Hunting License in Kentucky

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Hunting in Kentucky is an old-time tradition, which has evolved into a very specific and strict set of rules about licenses and permissions. After much experience, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife has figured out a helpful licensing ... more »

How to Get a Hunting License in Minnesota

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With varieties of deer, bear, grouse, turkey and waterfowl, Minnesota is a great place to find lots of quality game. Getting a hunting license in Minnesota takes a little bit of preparation and planning, but the time and effort is well worth it. ... more »

How to Get a Hunting License in New Jersey

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New Jersey requires a license to hunt or trap and you must be at least 10 years old to get one. There is no fee for youth licenses issued to hunters between 10 to 16 years of age. Hunting licenses expire Dec. 31 of the year they are purchased. ... more »

How to Get a Hunting License in New York

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New York State is 85 percent privately owned and this is where most hunting takes place. Wildlife management areas and some parks permit hunting. The sport is tightly regulated by the Department of Environmental Conservation in New York. The ... more »

How to Get a Hunting License in Pennsylvania

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Game hunting in Pennsylvania includes black bear, coyote, whitetail deer, elk, groundhog, pheasant, ruffed grouse and wild turkey. Licensing agents are available in several surrounding states, making it easier for non-residents to acquire a ... more »

How to Get a Hunting License in South Carolina

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South Carolina allows restricted hunting of large game such as black bear, deer, coyote and feral hogs. Birds such as turkey and waterfowl also are popular. The following steps will show you how to obtain a hunting license in South Carolina... more »

How to Get a Hunting License in Texas

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Hunting is a popular outdoor sport in Texas, but it's also a highly regulated one. The laws that govern hunting in Texas are specific and often complicated. Hunters should be familiar with the laws that govern each type of game before getting a ... more »

How to Get a Hunting License in Utah

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Utah offers drawings on big game permits for bighorn sheep, bison, black bear, cougar, elk, moose, pronghorn antelope and Rocky Mountain goat. Utah is also one of the few states that allows sand hill cranes to be hunted. The following steps will ... more »

How to Hunt Cape Buffalo With a Bow

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The cape buffalo is one of the most dangerous game animals in the world. Only a very few hunters can claim to have killed one with a bow. If you're considering this mad enterprise, there are a few things you must keep in mind. Otherwise the cape ... more »

How to Hunt Duck

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Some of the pleasures of duck hunting include experiencing the beauty and solitude of nature in the pre-dawn hours, enjoying the camaraderie of friends and family who are hunting with you and watching the dog you worked so hard to train swim ... more »

How to Hunt Ducks

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Duck hunting is a great way to spend time in the wild testing knowledge against instinct. Ducks seem to fly best when the weather is at its worst and having the right gear is essential to ensure a healthy hunt. Preparation is key when planning... more »

How to Hunt in California

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The Golden State of California provides intriguing possibilities for hunters, given its geographically diverse terrain and rich depositories of wildlife. California takes conservation particularly seriously, though, and imposes heavy fines on ... more »

How to Hunt in Colorado

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The rugged, mountainous and densely wooded terrain of Colorado provides outdoor enthusiasts with a myriad of hunting possibilities. Big game, small game, wild turkeys, waterfowl...you can hunt it all in Colorado. Just make sure you observe local ... more »

How to Hunt in Mexico

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If you want to hunt in Mexico, you'll have to get familiar with the government branch commonly known by the acronym "SEMARNAP." SEMARNAP is Mexico's conservation and natural resources authority, and it is responsible for issuing seasonal permits ... more »

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