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Plan to Hunt Colorado Mule Deer

In Colorado, many deer hunting licenses are limited, and therefore hunting licenses are given via a draw process. Becoming successful in the draw may take multiple years.

Big Game, Deer, How-To

Biking for Bucks: 5 Reasons the Bike Works Best

Over the last decade, I’ve found that few things allow you to make a stealthier commute than the bike. Here’s a look at 5 reasons the bike works best for covering ground this season.

Big Game, Deer, How-To

Ducks Unlimited + Mossy Oak: Waterfowl Forecasting Personifies Conservation

The 2021 North America waterfowl hunting season will remain the most intensively studied wildlife event in the world until official calculations are released for the fall flights of 2022. The immediate outlook, scientists concede, suggest this upcoming season will offer below-average yields.

Waterfowl, Conservation, Shadow Grass Habitat, News, Mossy Oak

Common Sense Tree Stand Safety

It doesn’t matter if you have been hunting out of the same stand for over a decade, or you just purchased the latest model, there are a few things that need your attention in order to ensure that you return home after the hunt.

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

Weather Conditions: Best Time to Deer Hunt

There is nothing more crucial when deer hunting than that of the weather. Weather affects almost every aspect of deer hunting in multiple scenarios.

Deer

3 Steps To Effectively Use Deer Decoys

A deer decoy gives a visual for deer and draws them to a specific area, keeping the attention from the hunter, guaranteeing a shot. When hunting with a decoy, follow these three steps that are sure to draw a buck into shooting range more effectively.

Deer, Gear, How-To

What Does Poison Sumac Look Like? And How to Treat It

You know what poison ivy looks like, but do you know what poison sumac looks like? Mossy Oak shows you how to identify and treat it.

How-To

Sharing Property Information Using OnX

If you’re a property neighbor wanting to communicate property lines and information or simply wanting to share maps and stand locations with friends and family that will be hunting your property, OnX Hunt is a great tool for easy communication.

Deer, Turkey, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Properties

Deer Hunting Strategies Using OnX Hunt

OnX Hunt is a useful hunting tool for not only identifying public land spots, but also for strategic hunting, like identifying likely deer paths and bedding areas and where to place a tree stand.

Deer, How-To

Best Practices for Trail Camera Management

Game camera (or trail cameras) are a fun way to keep up with what’s going on at your property. Whether you’re checking for pictures of that big buck or watching for pigs, it’s important to consider the placement of your camera.

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

Cold Season Food Plots vs Warm Season Food Plots

Gamekeeper and “Food Plot Guru” Austin Delano explains the difference between different types of food plots, like warm season food plots, cool season food plots, early season food plots, and late season food plots.

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

How The Drurys Get Ready for Deer Season

Terry Drury explains how he and Mark get ready for deer season and the bucks they pinpoint to hold or target on their property.

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

The Ultimate Guide: 10 Winter Fly Fishing Tips

Don’t hang up your waders this fall. With these ten winter fly fishing tips, Mossy Oak can keep you off the recliner catching trout.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

What You Need to Know About Cleaning Wild Hogs

Here’s a look at what you need to know about cleaning wild hogs.

How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

Buck Dispersal: How and When Bucks Move

Age, population density and personality all influence how and when bucks move within and out of their home range.

Deer

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Venison Double Cheeseburger

Yes, you’re seeing double. Double up your venison patties for this stackable burger with special sauce. Keep the napkins handy.

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

Genetic Projects Advance Wildlife Management

In the course of the last few years, there have been groundbreaking projects taking off across the country inviting hunters who harvest waterfowl or wild turkeys to register and participate in genetic research.

Waterfowl, Conservation, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

How to Make Rattling Deer Antlers

Author Brodie Swisher breaks down how he turned some of the sun-bleached mounts or smaller antlers hiding out in the garage into functional tools.

Deer, How-To

How To Adapt To Post-Rut Hunting

The post-rut can be an excellent time to find a mature buck, still on his feet and ready for action.

Deer, How-To

Strategies For Hunting the "Second Rut"

Often, the first to mid-December, white-tailed does, and bucks go into what many hunters refer to as the second rut. Some hunters do not like to use the term second rut to describe the re-occurring breeding activities that occur during this time because the rutting activity is far different from that of the primary rut.

Deer, How-To

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

3 Ways To Know The Rut Is On

Because the rut can fluctuate due to different regions, weather, and much more, it becomes challenging to predict precisely when the rut will occur in a location. Here are three ways hunters can identify that the rut is in full swing.

Deer

Choosing the Right Waterfowl Ammo

Never has the modern waterfowler had so many options for ammunition choices. We’ll talk about the evolution of waterfowl ammo and how to make a solid choice on what to use.

Waterfowl

New Age Deer Rifles, Worth the Upgrade?

If you’re in the market for a new rifle, there’s going to be some qualifications and points you’ll want to look for. Here’s some rifles we like and some things to consider when making this big purchase.

Deer, Gear

Filling the Freezer: The December Meat Hunter’s Playbook

If you’re lucky enough to have already gotten your buck for the season, you might be thinking about filling the freezer with venison to last you ‘til the next season. Here’s some tips on doing just that.

Deer, Land Management

Al Pastor Boar Shoulders

Try this wild boar shoulder recipe next time you have one down. Originally from the 2025 Fox Hole Shootout!

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

Do Food Plots Matter During the Rut?

We interviewed pro deer hunter Mark Drury of Drury Outdoors to discuss if food plots are a factor when considering strategies during the rut and how you can use them to your advantage.

Deer, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

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