Conservation

THE FUTURE’S IN OUR HANDS.

As hunters, we know the steps we take to conserve our wildlife and habitats today can have an impact that reaches far into the future. Our collection of videos and articles features expert advice that will give you the knowledge to put proper conservation techniques into practice, and ensure our proud hunting tradition lives on for future generations to come.

Filter

Winter’s Tale: How Whitetail Deer Survive in the Winter

How do deer survive in the winter? Read on to discover how whitetail deer use a combination of physiological, behavioral mechanisms to get them through brutal winters.

Deer, Conservation, Land Management, How-To, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Urban Deer Management: Influencing Urban Whitetail Populations

Learn about deer management techniques from Mossy Oak GameKeepers, including the potential obstacles deer hunters face when managing whitetails in urban settings.

Deer, Conservation, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Pine Plantation Management: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

Learn about the three stages of pine plantation management and techniques for drawing deer to your pine plantation.

Deer, Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Mossy Oak Properties, Nativ Nurseries

What are Mineral Rights?

If you own land or are looking at land for sale with mineral rights still attached, you may be aiming to make some money from minerals, oils or gases. But mineral rights can also lead to specific legal challenges for individuals who are looking to buy land.

Conservation, Land Management, Video, Mossy Oak Properties

5 Benefits of Supplemental Feeding Year-Round

Along with quality food plots, supplemental feeding can really help improve overall herd health and help your deer reach their genetic potential. Most people who assume their deer have “bad genetics” would be surprised with the kind of deer they could grow if they had better year-round nutrition.

Deer, Conservation, How-To, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Night Poachers: Who’s Fishing Your Lake?

Are nocturnal predators fishing your lake? Learn how to tell if otters are poaching your pond or lake and what steps you can take to fix the problem.

Fishing, Conservation, Land Management, How-To, Video, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Trees for Wildlife: Knowing When to Plant

Deer season is over or winding down for most gamekeepers, so now what to do? If you didn’t spend your time in the stand brainstorming for chore ideas, maybe we can help. It’s a great time to begin tree planting in the South, and for you northerners now is time to consider making a few preparations prior to the spring thaw.

Conservation, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries

Mining for Antlers: Ideas for Productive Deer Mineral Sites

Establishing deer mineral sites for whitetails is essential to improving the overall health of your herd. Discover a few mineral placement ideas from Mossy Oak GameKeepers and learn how to get the most out of your deer mineral sites.

Deer, Conservation, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Winter Feeding for Bluegill: Is it Right for Your Pond?

Don’t forget about your fish in the winter! Learn the benefits of feeding pond fish in the winter and how to properly feed bluegill in harsh conditions.

Fishing, Conservation, Land Management, How-To, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Jack Miner | Legendary Waterfowl Conservationist

Noted for his waterfowl conservation efforts, Jack Miner was a legendary figure who deserves recognition among modern hunters. Learn how his life and legacy have made a lasting impact on waterfowl conservation today.

Waterfowl, Conservation, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Whitetail Management: Keeping the Balance

If you want to see more and bigger bucks, and larger body weights, you probably need to thin your doe population out a bit, possibly a lot.

Deer, Conservation, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

The Trials of a GameKeeper: EHD’s Devastation on Deer

EHD is a viral disease that is spread from deer to deer. This disease can be problematic for gamekeepers for a number of reasons. Continue reading to learn more about EHD and it’s devastating effects on deer population.

Deer, Conservation, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

The Healing Side of Gamekeeping

After the death of her husband, Laquita Wylie turned to the land for solace and discovered a passion for gamekeeping and conservation. Read about Laquita’s mission to restore the land of her family’s old farm in Sweet Lips, TN.

Deer, Turkey, Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Mossy Oak Properties

WhistleBack: Food for Wild Birds

Managing for wild quail can be beneficial to deer and their habitat. Unfortunately, wild birds don’t always see the same benefits when managing for deer, so what can we do to help? That’s where WhistleBack can help.

Small Game, Conservation, Land Management, BioLogic, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Planting Trees for Wildlife in Your Own Backyard

You don’t have to have a ton of land to attract wildlife with your trees. All you need is a backyard and the right tree and shrub species. Continue reading for tips on how to get wildlife to respond to your planting efforts.

Small Game, Conservation, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Mossy Oak Properties, Nativ Nurseries