Hunting Articles

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Jim Brown @ Monday, 19th November 2007 @ 5:45 AM

Some hunters have a urge to hunt that might be stronger than other hunters. This is because they choose to hunt migratory birds each season and must develop a great deal of patience waiting for that season to approach. They might occasionally venture out with a few hunting buddies and kill a deer or two, but their passion is hunting ducks and geese because they love the taste of their meat. To fill in some time while they wait, many migratory bird hunters will spend a great deal of time p... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Jim Brown @ Friday, 16th November 2007 @ 8:01 PM

Some people are not sure about when the hunting season starts where they live. They might rely on their friends to keep them updated on which specific hunting season is in force at any time of the year. Some people have no idea that there is a certain season for a variety of animals to be hunted and will usually get in trouble when they bring the wrong game in at the wrong time of the year. Keeping things legal is one of the main reasons that there are hunting seasons established. Otherwi... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Steve Nickson @ Friday, 9th November 2007 @ 10:06 PM

Hunters have never had such a large selection of firearms and cartridges as they do today. For a deer hunter beginner starting out, the decision is a difficult one because there are so many firearms that will do the job. So how do they go about choosing? This article is designed to give the beginner some guidance about the most suitable rifles. Experienced hunters will already have made their choices and will probably have strong views about the 'best' rifle for them. ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Steve Nickson @ Friday, 9th November 2007 @ 7:09 PM

The term still hunting is a misnomer as the hunter is actually moving around trying to locate deer. It seems a simple way to hunt deer but is a lot harder than it sounds. That is why most hunters use the 'stand' method where they are stationary in a stand or blind waiting for the deer to come close enough to them to take the shot. So why is still hunting so difficult? The hunter, while moving around, has to avoid being detected by: * Scent * Sound * Sight<... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Steve Nickson @ Tuesday, 6th November 2007 @ 9:20 PM

To consistently shoot trophy bucks, you need to understand their habits. This means knowing where he eats, drinks, beds, travels, scrapes and hides. This may sound obvious, but you need to hunt in an area that holds a trophy buck! It doesn't matter how good a hunter you or how great your equipment is, if there isn't a trophy buck in the area you want to hunt, you're not going to shoot one! So the first step is determining if there is a trophy in your area. ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Steve Nickson @ Tuesday, 6th November 2007 @ 9:19 PM

You can own the best quality blind, be an accurate shooter, and be in an area that is known to hold a lot of animals, but if you don't site your blind in a good spot, your chances of success are slim. So what is involved in finding a good site for your blind? To maximize your chances of success, you should start with pre-season scouting. The aim is to find out where the deer bedding areas are, their food sources, and their travel routes in-between the bedding and food sources,... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Steve Nickson @ Tuesday, 6th November 2007 @ 11:47 AM

The vast majority of hunters wait for their game in tree stands. That waiting might be for several hours, or even a whole day at a time. It can be a very effective technique, especially for the whitetail deer which are the most hunted species in North America. The key to success or failure lies in being in the right place at the right time. Sounds easy! But it's what separates the consistently successful hunters from the rest. So how do you go a... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Jimmy Cox @ Wednesday, 31st October 2007 @ 6:34 AM

The real purpose of any big-game hunting trip is to have an enjoyable and rewarding experience in the great outdoors. In addition, every hunter hopes to climax such an experience by taking a prized game animal. That is the unsurpassed thrill of any hunt. It is wise to do some thoughtful and early planning. Careful preparation not only assures your own enjoyment, but it is the best guarantee for the success of the hunt and the safety of yourself and your hunting companions. The Hunt... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Jimmy Cox @ Wednesday, 31st October 2007 @ 1:02 AM

The most prized game bird of upland game hunters in the northern belt of states is the ruffed grouse, one of a large family of birds that inhabit North America. In the same family is the pinnated grouse commonly known as the prairie chicken. Other members of the family include the dusky grouse of the west, Franklin's grouse of the Pacific states, the Hudsonian grouse of northern Canada, sharp-tailed grouse of the western plains states and their numerous subspecies. The grouse is alm... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Jimmy Cox @ Monday, 22nd October 2007 @ 9:14 AM

In order to enjoy the sport of deer hunting fully, a hunter needs a thorough understanding of the animal and, to a lesser extent, of the country to be hunted. This knowledge cannot be obtained in one short hunt, but must be acquired by years of hunting, by reading or by listening to other hunters who have this knowledge. A very successful hunter once told me that deer hunting was ninety percent luck and ten per cent good marksmanship. He had hunted for a good many years and should have k... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Craig Chambers @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 4:35 PM

Hunting with hunting dogs is a valuable experience and one that I take seriously and recommend to all hunters. Some of the greatest trips I have been on have been the ones when I have included my dogs. I saw early on that if treated well, the dog will be a great benefit to you and become part of your family. Hunting with a well trained hunting dog is very beneficial to any hunting trip and will give you a unique experience like no other. Choosing the best hunting dog for you is an importa... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 1:53 PM

While many people may not know it, there is a season for polar bear hunting. Polar bear hunting is an extremely unique and exciting sport that a hunter won't soon forget. The polar bear population is fast diminishing due to the melting of the polar ice caps caused by global warming. If the hunter decides he wants to try his hand at polar bear hunting, he should look to do it in the very near future as this sport will fast become extinct. Polar bears have adapted miraculously... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 1:50 PM

While hunting elk in Oregon may not be the first place to come to mind when thinking of premier elk hunting locations, the state actually offers great options for the elk hunter looking for adventure, all with the beautiful and serene Oregon landscape. Oregon has found a way to strike a balance between maintaining it's beautiful and natural landscape, while still catering to the big game sportsmen. With recent conservation efforts, Oregon's elk population has not only boomed, but they&... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 1:46 PM

Few hunters go into the woods during deer season without having that elusive trophy deer lingering in the back of their mind. They all want a prize-winning buck to mount on their wall and brag to their friends about. For the hunter determined to get his deer, he needs to know what constitutes a prize-winner and where to find them. When talking about trophy deer, the size doesn't necessarily refer to his body or weight, but by the points value on his antlers. This can be a tricky val... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 1:46 PM

Whitetail deer hunting is one of the most popular forms of hunting practiced throughout the country. While the deer are able to adapt and survive in a great number of different areas and regions, it's important to know your target before jumping into the hunt. The whitetail is so named because it has a long broad tail that is all white on the underside; this under area is visible because the deer's tail sticks straight up in the air when running. These deer are relatively small... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 1:43 PM

Many hunters end up investing a lot in the equipment and gear needed to hunt. Most buy their gear at the local hunting supply store where items can often run the hunter a pretty penny. This doesn't always have to be the case though, because there are many wholesale hunting supply stores available. Items at these stores can be bought at much cheaper prices for a variety of reasons, the most common one being that they are last year's models, or because they aren't a popular name bra... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 1:42 PM

Many hunters enjoy heading north of the border to try out their hunting luck in Ontario. Because of the beautiful scenery and many species available, Ontario is a great hunting destination. Ontario offers many of the same species as the United States with one exception; in Ontario, the moose, deer, and bear grow much larger! Ontario also offers a lot of land available to the hunter for hunting and recreational purposes. While the hunter might be put off by the idea of crossing an interna... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 1:41 PM

Every hunter has browsed the advertisement board at his local outfitters store. Invariably there are at least a few, sometimes more, ads for hunting dog puppies for sale. While answering an ad may work out for some hunters, it's imperative that you know your P's and Q's about the breed and the specific dog's history. Just because the owner says the dog has champion bloodlines, doesn't mean he does. So you've seen an ad in the local classifieds for hunting pup... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 1:40 PM

Hunter and hunting dog have always had a stronger bond than most dog owners with their pet. Because of the great respect and affection felt both at home and working together in the field, the hunter and his dog develop an unbreakable bond. The squirrel hunter and his dog exemplify this trait; because a good squirrel dog can be so hard to find, and there isn't always one specific breed that works out all of the time, when a hunter does find his perfect dog, he cherishes it for many y... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Outdoors » Hunting | By Abhishek Agarwal @ Friday, 12th October 2007 @ 1:40 PM

Not many places exist that can rival duck hunting in Texas. Because of it's very mild climate, numerous swamps, lakes, and rivers, and it status as a migratory bird flyway, duck hunting in Texas is some of the best available. There is much public land for the hunter to choose from when searching for a hunting destination, and the laws in Texas regarding hunting are relatively simple and straightforward. Be sure to research before your trip though as many rules change from year to year. <... more...