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To be an ethical bowhunter, you must have intimate knowledge of a deer or elk’s vital organ structure, so you can deliver a killing shot accordingly. Photos courtesy of National Bowhunter Education Foundation

How to Stay Mentally Tough at Crunch Time: Taking Ethical Shots
Posted on May 29, 2013

Exclusive BOW & ARROW HUNTING Feature Series: Check out this excerpt from … more

Stafford poses with his first-day buck, which he shot at 20 yards as it approached his ambush area.

Adventure: The Search for a Coues Deer
Posted on March 31, 2013

  Excitement fills the air as this bowhunter heads toward the rugged … more

There are primary and secondary bucks scrapes. The primary ones are of the most important to hunters, as bucks will regularly visit these, whereas secondary scrapes get visited much less regularly, making them poor hunting spots. When hunting a particular scrape, be sure you’re setup within 20 yards of the prevailing downwind side of the scrape. This will put you in the best position for a shot and to catch bucks scent checking further downwind of the area.

The Real Dirt on Hunting Scrapes
Posted on March 29, 2013

If you thought hunting a scrape was useless, then you’d better think … more

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Bow & Arrow Hunting Coach: Late Rut Tips
Posted on December 28, 2011

It had already been an amazing morning. I’d passed on two very … more

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The Surprising Benefits of Ground Blinds
Posted on December 20, 2011

Everyone knows that to kill whitetails with a bow you have to … more

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Bowhunting Mule Deer in Arizona
Posted on December 14, 2011

It was late December 13 years ago when I embarked on my … more

Jarrod Erdody, of Blood Brothers Outdoors, stayed mobile and flexible throughout the season, which allowed him to connect on this nice Illinois buck.

Streamline Your Hunting Season
Posted on November 9, 2011

Tired of guessing what deer are doing? Well, don’t. Follow these rules, … more

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Bowhunting in the Wintertime
Posted on May 25, 2011

By Joe Bell At this time of year many bowhunters feel gloomy, … more