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Unique Sounds to Call Winter Coyotes

Since these are the peak months for hunting pressure, coyotes have been bombarded with cottontail distress calls, jackrabbit screams, and every variation of sounds in between.

Predator, Land Management

The End of Hunting Season - Gear Care

Don't ruin your hunting gear by letting it sit around all off season without cleaning it. Here are some tips for cleaning your rifle, muzzleloader, optics, knives and more.

Gear, How-To, Firearm

15 Things Every Hunting Camp Should Have

Whether it’s a long-standing family deer camp or a temporary setup for a weeklong trip, having the right equipment in camp makes everything run smoother and keeps the focus where it belongs: on the hunt and the people you’re sharing it with.

Turkey, Fishing, Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Predator

Predator Hunting in January: Capitalizing on Cold Weather and Hungry Coyotes

By Heath Wood December marks a prime time for predator hunters as the cold temperatures of late fall transition into winter, pushing coyotes into a heightened state of activity. Even though I enjoy coyote hunting all year and have had success throughout the year, December often marks the start of my “winter season” of coyote calling and is the beginning of what I believe to be the best time to hunt coyotes. With food sources

Predator, How-To, Video

3 Things to Know About Late-Season Buck Patterns

Understanding a few key patterns can give you an edge in the late season, setting you up for success when the pressure is on and the daylight hours are short.

Deer

Late Season Tactics to Punch Your Deer Tags

The late season will typically find deer becoming patternable once again, allowing you the chance to scout, plan, and execute on the deer you’ve been looking for all season.

Deer, How-To

Is Late Season the Best Time to Harvest Does?

What advantages can be gained by hunting late-season does? Here are three explanations to take into consideration.

Deer

4 Tips for Hunting Late Season Ducks

If you are still using the same calling routine and decoy spread that you were in November, it can be costing you a full limit on your duck strap. Let’s go over a few tips, tricks and strategies to help you kill more ducks this late in January.

Waterfowl, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades, Mossy Oak Duck Blind, How-To

Tips for Setting Up Duck Decoys

Decoys are visual aids used to draw attention, give birds and animals a reason to close the distance, and to add realism to a hunting ambush setup.

Waterfowl, How-To

Bacon Wrapped Venison Bites Recipe

These smoked venison bites are full of mouth-watering flavor and are great to serve as an appetizer or to use as a complete meal itself.

Deer, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

Understanding the Winter Severity Index

Winter can be a challenging time for whitetail, but the Winter Severity Index can help land managers and researchers prepare. Learn more from Mossy Oak.

Deer, Conservation, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, BioLogic

Mossy Oak's 2025 Christmas Guide for Hunters

When you've got hunters and anglers to buy gifts for, you're always going to win when it comes to getting them something they can use outside.

Turkey, Fishing, Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Predator, Gear

Finding and Hunting Late Season Bucks: Three Proven Plans

Browse our blog for the best late-season deer and buck hunting tips. Check out three proven go-to tactics from Mossy Oak for a successful whitetail hunt!

Deer, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Bow, Firearm

Can Logging and Whitetail Habitat Management Co-Exist?

We talked to two forest experts on how logging complements forest management and whether or not thoughtful logging practices make a negative difference in the life of a whitetail deer.

Deer, Conservation, Land Management

Using Cold Weather for Prime Hunting Opportunities

Deer, predators, and small game all respond to cold weather in predictable ways, and a clever hunter can use those patterns to their advantage.

Small Game, Deer, Predator, How-To

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How to Maintain Your Summer Clover

Clovers are the most popular food plot planting for a reason.

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

Best Live Baits for Fishing Speckled Trout

While they will readily hit a variety of artificial lures, when they turn finicky it’s time to pull out all the stops and turn to live bait.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Homemade Pickled Okra Recipe

Pickled okra is an underrated treat that's really simple to make. If you have more okra in the garden than you can fry, here's a great way to eat it up.

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

How to Work Glide Baits

Glide baits are best when fished softly and methodic. They are not like Jigs or other power fishing baits. You will need to learn to kill them softly with a glide bait.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Four Bean Salad: Annual Legumes

Legumes are a productive crop to include in your food plots. Learn about the different types of annual legumes from Mossy Oak.

Conservation, Deer, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, BioLogic

How to Use Dip Baits for Channel Catfish

The best way to catch summertime channel catfish is by using dip baits or stink baits.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Venison Sweet Onion Bourbon Burger

Impress folks this summer with this 10/10 venison burger recipe that doesn't take too much extra time to make.

Deer, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

An Insider’s Guide to the Florida Keys

The Editor-in-Chief of Marlin Magazine Sam White takes us through his insider tips on fishing the legendary and productive Florida Keys.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Persimmon Biology and Management for Wildlife

By better understanding the biology of persimmon and its importance for a wide variety of forest species, landowners can identify and manage this tree for game and nongame wildlife.

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

How to Clean and Maintain Your Mouth Call

Whether your turkey season is nearing an end, or you’re just getting started, take the time to ensure your favorite mouth calls last longer than a mere single season.

Turkey, How-To

Understanding Whitetail Deer Nutrition in Summer

To understand the importance of summer forage to deer, it’s essential to understand their basic nutritional needs and requirements. Learn more from Mossy Oak.

Conservation, Deer, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, BioLogic

Black Crappie vs White Crappie

A lot of anglers lump the black crappie and the white crappie together as one species, but knowing the differences can help you catch more fish.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

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