Deer Hunting
Rangefinders: why you need one when archery hunting
For many months, deer hunters have looked forward to the opening day of bow season. It’s almost here. […]
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Deer Hunting
Speed kills
Will McElveen shoots a Matthews bow that is rated at about 70 pounds pull, which give his arrows a flight speed well in excess of 300 feet per second. […]
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‘Draw’ your own conclusions
While each of these elements is vital to a successful outcome, one of the most important is drawing the bow unnoticed. […]
Deer Hunting
In the ‘Cross’Hairs
The constant chatter about how crossbows are for cheaters still fills Stephen Chapman’s ears, several years after the grumbling first started. […]
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Hunt the Woodard way
Soon after Lakeisha Woodard spotted a group of does coming toward her stand on a hunt last year, things got crazy. […]
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Keys to bow stand selection
Archery season is fast approaching and hopefully, most bowhunters have their archery equipment set up and dialed in. But what about the tree stands they will hunt from? […]
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Don’t scrimp on strings
Many components make up modern compound bows, and the string system is one of the most important. The string and cables on today’s bows are the equivalent of a vehicle’s power train, providing power and timing. […]
Deer Hunting
Expert tips for basic bowhunting prep
Garlandville’s Josh McCullough is a veteran of many archery seasons, and he’s harvested some trophy bucks in areas where few are found.
And he’s learned a few things in the process. […]
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Assault plan — Expert shares bowhunting tips for opening-day success
Shane Easterling was brimming with anticipation as he secured his climbing tand high up a tree and prepared for the afternoon bowhunt in one of his favorite places. […]
Hunting
Time for a bowhunting tune up
Take a minute to pull back on your bow to see how your shoulder feels. “Ouch!” is a common response I hear around the bow shops this time of year. Hunters are getting ready for opening day of bowseason for whitetails on Oct. 1 (Oct. 15 in Southeast). It isn’t a moment too soon either. […]