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Scoring “The King” Mule Deer

The three men on the panel were all three Boone and Crockett and P&Y scorers. The master measurers scored the buck at 288-1/8 inches net.

Deer, Bow

Everything You Need to Know About Tracking Whitetail Deer

Wondering how to track deer successfully? Deer tracking is a lot more than looking for signs of a deer in an area. Test your deductive reasoning and more here.

Deer, How-To

Steel Shot for Waterfowl: High Velocity vs. Pattern Density

Ready to purchase a waterfowl steel shot? Browse Mossy Oak's comparison on duck loads. Learn the difference between velocity and density!

Waterfowl, Gear, How-To, Firearm

What Happened After Cody Robbins Shot the Monstrous Mule Deer

When that giant buck went down, I was shook up and rattled all at the same time. I was a mess. My cameraman Shane Hunter still was filming the buck as the buck ran 80 yards.

Deer, Bow

Giles Island, Famed Mississippi River Retreat, on Market for First Time in 25+ Years

For the past twenty years, Giles Island has held home to a world-renowned outdoor recreation operation, hosting thousands of outdoor enthusiasts in pursuit of the island’s array of wildlife.

Deer, News, Mossy Oak Properties

Pellet Smoker Venison Jerky

From enjoying it at home while watching the big game, at work, or in a treestand on a chilly fall day, venison jerky is one of my all-time favorite snacks.

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

How Coby Robbins Hunted His Huge Mule Deer Bow Buck

I camped out on that large buck morning and night for 41 of the 47 days before the beginning of archery season. I understood what a rare opportunity I might have to hunt this buck.

Deer, Bow

5 Core Trail Camera Uses for Deer Managers

If you follow these five core uses for trail cameras you can turn your cameras from a recreational toy to a gamekeeper’s tool. Use your trail cameras to help make management decisions this season.

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

How Cody Robbins Found His Monster Mule Deer Bow Buck

My huge mule-deer buck lived about two miles from my house, and I’d never seen him until one day, my wife, Kelsey and I were driving down a road on July 18, 2011, headed toward our ranch.

Deer, Bow

Your Guide to How Hunting Tags Work

Hunting tags give you the right to kill a specific animal during hunting season. The luck of the draw is a huge factor, so it’s best to apply early.

Turkey, Big Game, Deer, How-To

Antelope and Macaroni Stew

When in hunting camp, you don’t always have the ingredients one would have on hand at home, and substituting macaroni for potatoes in this recipe is a definite win.

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

Mossy Oak Properties Expands into Pennsylvania

Mossy Oak Properties, Inc. is pleased to announce the opening of its first Pennsylvania land brokerage.

News, Mossy Oak Properties

Pope & Young Now Ranks Velvet-Antlered Mule Deer Bucks

Having the world-record mule-deer buck taken with archery equipment is not nearly as important to me as keeping that animal exactly the same way he was when I harvested him.

Big Game, Deer, Bow

Late Fall Fishing Tips for Anglers

Fish behavior changes as water temperatures drop, but tweaking your tactics can help you continue to haul in fish.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Elements Agua, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Autumn Foraging: 4 Wild Edibles to Forage in the Fall

Next time you’re in the wilderness, bring a bag for some wild edibles. Chanterelles, acorns, and persimmons are just some of the delicious natural food you can find.

How-To, Nativ Nurseries

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The Importance of Native Plants to Deer Diet

Native plants are the primary food source in a deer’s diet. Read on to learn more about what deer like to eat and how native plants are essential to a whitetail’s survival.

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

Berbere Spiced Elk Legs with Chermoula Sauce

This elk leg recipe was originally made for the 2025 Fox Hole Shootout. It's not an easy recipe by any means, but it'll be sure to impress anyone you make it for.

Big Game, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

5 Deer Calls Every Hunter Should Have

Grunt calls are standard equipment for the deer hunter, but there’s also a few other calls that have proven themselves as deadly tools of the trade in the deer woods.

Deer

Tips for Finding Fall Crappie

One sure thing about fall fishing for crappie is that the fish are generally in some type of transition. Moving from one place to another, staging in one area in preparation for cooler temperatures.

Fishing, How-To

Understanding Wind & Thermals When Hunting

A deer’s sense of smell is its most important defense. By understanding wind and thermals, you can use this to your advantage. Learn more from Mossy Oak.

Deer, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

From the Archive: Deer Calling Tips from the Pros

Originally published in the 1994 Mossy Oak Bowhunting Magazine, this article talks to professionals like Will Primos on calling in deer.

Deer

Coffee Crusted Venison Steaks

It’s all in the rub! The Cowboy Coffee Rub makes these venison steaks even more mouth watering. If you like sauce for your steaks, give the Bourbon Coffee BBQ sauce a try, too!

Deer, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

The Power of the Scrape – Bowhunting October’s Pre-Rut Hotspots

“Not all scrapes are created equal. When I mentioned that you must learn to interpret scrapes, I meant that hunters should know how to use them effectively by understanding the differences.”

Deer, How-To

Bass Fishing During The Fall Turnover Period

There are several strategies that can help anglers not only deal with the natural phenomenon of pond turnover, but actually catch some decent fish in the process.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Public Land Ambush – October Bowhunting Tactics for Pressured Bucks

“October can be a tough stretch for bowhunters, especially on public land. The easy early-season patterns fade, the rut is still a ways off, and mounting hunting pressure makes deer wary and unpredictable.”

Deer, Bow

Targeting the 3 Different Squirrel Species

Here we’re talking through the different tactics and strategies you might employ when chasing the gray squirrel vs the fox squirrel or the red squirrel.

Small Game, How-To

From the Archives: Bob Dixon and Steve Burnett on the Art of Mix and Matching Camo

By Terry Madewell, originally published in the 1994 edition of Mossy Oak Bowhunting Magazine As big whitetail bucks are inclined to do, this one had done the unexpected. I'd studied this buck's pattern for a couple of weeks, being extremely careful not to leave any scent in the wrong places. I'd selected a stand site where the dense underbrush funneled into a 40-yard-wide strip. I was sure this was where he would walk and I

Turkey, Big Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Predator, How-To

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