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Why do Hunters Kill?
When there's so much meat available down at the butcher's counter, why must hunters kill their own meat?
Supplies for Trapping
Increase your odds of catching prey by gathering all the right materials.Ben Bloom/Photodisc/Getty ImagesA trapper is only as good as the knowledge and tools he brings along. If you want to have success in the field, you need to make sure you have equipment to both lure and trap the...
Tweety Predator Call Tips
Tweeties are a line of open-reed, handmade predator calls produced by Verminator Predator Calls. Used to bring in coyotes, bobcats, foxes and other predators, Tweety calls are designed to be loud and high-pitched, like a desperate animal frantically calling in distress. When you're using Tweeties, o
How to Buy Hunting Property With a Friend
Buying hunting property with a friend (or friends) offers several advantages. By combining your resources, you can buy a much larger tract of land. A larger tract can hold more game and offers more opportunities for management. Having more people with a vested interest in a property also ensures wor
How to Use Baking Soda to Remove Human Scent While Deer Hunting
To successfully hunt for deer, one would have to cover his or her human scent. Deer have a very sensitive sense of smell and use it to avoid danger. Scent covering while deer hunting will give you the advantage and contribute to the success of your hunting trip. Covering your scent is easy and can b
How to Restore Deer Antlers
Deer antlers tend to bleach as they age, and restoring the antlers to their original color becomes necessary. This is not difficult, and there are a variety of methods used. The method you choose depends on how bleached the antlers are. In some cases a simple coffee bath will do the trick; in other
The Best Food to Bait Deer With
Deer baiting is a controversial issue. Many hunters and nonhunters debate the ethics of baiting. Some hunters think it gives an unfair advantage to the hunter. Bait piles also can lead to increased deer proximity to each other, which can cause the spread of certain diseases. If you are going to bait
How to Make Coon Cream Lures
Coons, or raccoons, are widely dispersed throughout much of the United States. Raccoons consume a variety of fare including fish, crayfish, frogs, mice and fruit. Raccoons also frequent the easy pickings of trashcans and gardens. There are times when discouraging raccoons is no longer effective and
Muzzleloader Deer Hunting Checklist
Hunting deer with a muzzleloader takes precision.deer image by Joan Stanton from Fotolia.comFew things can take us back in time like a muzzleloader, or black powder hunt. Hunting deer with a muzzleloader takes patience and practice. It tests the skill and accuracy of any hunter. Making...
Homemade Pigeon Traps
Pigeons are nuisances in suburban areas. If you find yourself with limited financial resources or are simply interested in being handy, you can create your own pigeon trap with some household appliances. Rather than shooting or poisoning the pigeon, this is a humane method for removing the pigeon fr
How to Hunt Wild Hogs in East Texas
Throughout the eastern part of Texas, wild hogs live and roam while increasing in massive amounts continuing to invade the territory. This gives the hog hunter multiple opportunities to harvest a plentiful supply of the animal due to the enormous and rapid growth. Because of the innumerable amount o
Information on Hunting Deer
Hunting for deer is a sport that requires stealth, dedication and research for a person to be successful. Deer hunters spend countless hours sitting in trees waiting for a potential trophy buck. They spend even more time scouring their hunting areas for signs that indicate the perfect place to set u
About Elk Hunting Supplies
Elk hunting is one of the most popular hunting sports for the challenge and thrill of the hunt. Taking place in remote, rough country, elk hunting requires supplies that can withstand the elements. Including hunting supplies, optics, camp gear, safety equipment and other personalized gear, elk hunti
Moose Hunting Guide for Maine
The state of Maine has many natural areas and game animals for hunters. One popular big game animal to hunt is moose. The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife manages moose hunting and conservation in the state. Hunters must follow the department's regulations.Maine re
Before and After Photos
Home Gun Refinishing - Refinishing a Winchester Model 94 30-30 rifle (carbine) at home, using Birchwood-Casey Perma Fin.
How to Hunt White-Tailed Deer in New England
In 2008, the white-tailed deer production was good in some parts of New England and bad in others. Hunting white-tailed deer in New England is usually productive, in season, all the way up to January. In most New England states the month of January provides the last chance for a hunter to get a deer
Guided or Unguided Turkey Hunting in Texas
According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, properly licensed Texas hunters, with or without the benefit of a guide, can hunt Rio Grande and Eastern turkey during designated seasons and in specified counties. Turkey hunters also need to purchase an upland game bird stamp endorsement. Seaso
Definition of Bottleneck Cartridge Case
Definition of bottleneck cartridge as it pertains to guns and shooting. What makes a cartridge bottleneck, and why is it good? Find out here.
Tips on Painting a Deer Blind Camo
A deer blind is an effective way to conceal yourself and your movements when hunting. However, the deer blind itself, particularly in the first year or two of placement, can be enough to keep wary deer away if they notice it. Painting your deer blind camouflage will help it blend into the landscape