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DEER SEASON, DONE RIGHT.

Before you head into the whitetail woods, browse our extensive collection of deer hunting videos and articles. For beginners and experts alike. From thrilling hunts to helpful hints, there’s always something to learn from watching the country’s top whitetail hunters ply their craft — and whole a lot to enjoy.

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Field Testing the Traditions NitroFire Vapr Muzzleloader with the Federal FireStick

The NitroFire™ Vapr® in Mossy Oak Break-Up Country is a sweet handling, nice shooting, and of course good-looking rifle that has me looking forward to October and Kentucky’s Muzzleloader season!

Big Game, Deer, Mossy Oak Break-Up Country, Gear, Firearm

Hunting in Whitetail Rut Season

When the rut offers unpredictable encounters and heightened opportunities, the hunter may be at an impasse on whether to target a specific buck or to allow for the good sort of unplanned chaos. Here’s some advice.

Deer, How-To

Deer Rut Season - Hunting Tactics and Signs

Peak rut is a magical time in the woods. It’s the one time when normally wary whitetail bucks drop their guard and roam about during daylight hours. For those wishing to maximize their hunting time by keying in on the rut, here are a few tips on recognizing when it’s on.

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Mossy Oak x Mathews Collaborate for Bottomland Mathews Bow

The long-awaited collaboration is finally here.

Big Game, Deer, Gear

Should Bow Hunters Paper Tune Their Arrows?

When paper tuning your bow, often referred to as paper tuning arrows, the shooter shoots through a piece of tightly stretched paper to determine proper arrow flight. The rip in the paper shows the problem, allowing the shooter to adjust until the rip in the paper signifies perfect arrow flight each time an arrow is shot.

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Hunting Arrows and Accessories That Redefined Bowhunting

Today there are several terrific manufacturers of arrows, with carbon-impregnated fiber tubes dominating the market. The constant: Doug Easton’s startup from a century ago remains the vanguard.

Big Game, Deer, Bow

Characteristics of Whitetail Deer Antlers

Whitetail deer antlers come in different shapes, sizes, and even colors. Learn what causes these variances, how antlers change over time, and what causes antler irregularities.

Deer, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Understanding the Odors That Send Deer Running: Scents That Spook Whitetails

One of the most critical factors in deer hunting success is managing odors that can alarm and spook these elusive creatures.

Big Game, Deer

Federal Custom Ammo: Using the Custom Shop

Federal assembled a group of their most experienced employees to staff the Custom Shop. Using the best components available, these expert engineers handcraft this ammunition to order.

Big Game, Deer, Predator, Gear

2 Pro Tips for The November Rut

For deer hunters, the month of November is what we have spent the entire year waiting for. The month of November is primarily the time in most regions that the whitetail deer have their breeding season or what is more commonly known as the rut.

Deer, How-To

Plum and Apple Braised Venison Shank

This braised venison shank recipe looks absolutely incredible. And it sounds fancy, which usually means its difficult to cook, but Chef Zane promises that it's an easy dish to make.

Deer, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

Midday Buck Movement in the November Rut

The phenomenon of midday buck movement during the rut is one that often rewards hunters who've settled in for an all-day sit.

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Hunting Deer in the Wind: Understanding Wind, Thermal and Whitetails

Whitetails use the wind and thermal currents to their advantage. Learn about how wind affects deer movement and tips for remaining undetected while on the hunt.

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4 Reasons You Should Plant Hybrid Oaks

Hybrids can definitely grow faster. They are also often less noticed by insects, and seem to not get diseased as often.

Deer, Conservation, Land Management, Nativ Nurseries

Bowhunting Public Land Before the Rut Rush

Heath Wood While hunting a family friend's private lease property, I was told to walk a fence that separated the public land from his lease when I was done with the morning hunt. It was the opening day of the Missouri firearms season, and I had encountered several deer, yet not the one I wanted to use my precious buck tag on. At approximately 10:30 a.m., I decided to call it a morning and head

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