Deer Hunting
Make some noise: deer make plenty
Although vocalizations from white-tailed deer occur year-round, deer undoubtedly intensify their larynx usage as the rut gets under way. […]
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Internet scouting for Nuttall oak trees
Before Joshua Chauvin takes any trips to new areas, he always studies maps for potential hunting locations. This article focuses on Nuttall oak trees. […]
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Shot placement should be a bowhunter’s No. 1 concern
The best equipment in the world pales in comparison to a bowhunter’s ability to pick his shot for the best result. […]
Deer Hunting
Make scents during Mississippi’s deer rut
When does are ready to breed, adding deer scents to your hunting arsenal might help a big buck make a fatal mistake this season. […]
Deer Hunting
Pay attention to changes in Mississippi deer seasons
While deer hunting is legal throughout December, hunters need to remember that there are several season changes during the month. […]
Deer Hunting
Gotta love Mississippi’s rut; whitetail bucks sure do
Even the oldest, wiliest and most-stubborn bucks can’t help themselves when it’s time to procreate. It is the rut when they are the most vulnerable. […]
Deer Hunting
It’s here: Gun season opens Saturday for deer
For many Mississippians, one of the biggest days on the calendar comes Nov. 23 when the regular deer season — with guns and dogs — opens statewide. […]
Deer Hunting
Judge a buck’s age by his body
The key component of trophy deer management is age; hunters need to learn to age bucks on the hoof in order to truly make harvest decisions. […]
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The art of reading sign
Reading sign is as old as hunting. Sign is simply the evidence that game animals and birds leave on the landscape that shows they’ve been around. […]
Deer Hunting
Mushrooms: Prime deer food
Mushrooms are one of the most-overlooked deer foods available during just about every month, including fall and the approaching winter. […]
Deer Hunting
Find the food — Find the deer
Mississippi hunters are witnessing the feeding patterns of whitetails changing with the rut approaching. Deer are starting to go after acorns. […]
Deer Hunting
Youth season opens Nov. 9
Mississippi deer hunters of all ages will soon have more opportunities opening, but it’s the youngsters who get the first shot, at least with a gun. […]