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DEER SEASON, DONE RIGHT.

Before you head into the whitetail woods, browse our extensive collection of deer hunting videos and articles. For beginners and experts alike. From thrilling hunts to helpful hints, there’s always something to learn from watching the country’s top whitetail hunters ply their craft — and whole a lot to enjoy.

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Bowhunting Public Land Before the Rut Rush

Heath Wood While hunting a family friend's private lease property, I was told to walk a fence that separated the public land from his lease when I was done with the morning hunt. It was the opening day of the Missouri firearms season, and I had encountered several deer, yet not the one I wanted to use my precious buck tag on. At approximately 10:30 a.m., I decided to call it a morning and head

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Modern Muzzleloader Hunting

In muzzle loader hunting, it’s the joy of the load than many hunters tout as being the appeal of the sport. We walk through some of the popular bullets for modern in-line muzzle loading.

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The Effect Moon Phase Has on Hunting Deer

There have been several theories proposed about how the moon affects deer movement.

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How Deer Pattern Your Movement

We're constantly trying to pattern deer but do our movement patterns influence theirs?

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Are Deer Nocturnal? How to Hunt and Approach

Are deer nocturnal? Discover tactics for tracking night-walking bucks.

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The Importance of Native Plants to Deer Diet

Native plants are the primary food source in a deer’s diet. Read on to learn more about what deer like to eat and how native plants are essential to a whitetail’s survival.

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10 Reasons to Deer Hunt from the Ground

Here’s a closer look at the 10 reasons to deer hunt from the ground this season.

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Hunting Cold Fronts for Mature Bucks

To ensure that Wiese chooses his time off to hunt wisely, he pays attention to cold fronts that often cause mature bucks to be on the move, especially in October before the rut.

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Every Shot Placement: Where to Shoot a Deer

We've built out the ultimate guide for just that so you can not only see exactly where you need to aim, but also the path your bullet or arrow will take through the deer's vitals.

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Tips for Food Plot Cover

When it comes to planting food plots, many land managers forget about the importance of cover. Read on for tips for planting food plot cover.

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Understanding Wind & Thermals When Hunting

A deer’s sense of smell is its most important defense. By understanding wind and thermals, you can use this to your advantage. Learn more from Mossy Oak.

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Using a Grunt Call in Early Season

When calling in September or early October, a hunter shouldn’t expect the same result as one would experience during the rut.

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Liquid Fertilizer vs. Granular: Understanding Food Plot Fertilizers

Here we cover fertilizer basics, like macro and micronutrients and soil tests, then drills down into the differences between liquid and granular fertilizers and what’s best for your food plot needs.

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

Understanding Whitetail Deer Senses

Whitetail deer senses are adapted to detecting predators. To fill your deer tag this season, learn what is a deer's best sense to inform your hunting strategy.

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When Morning Hunts Should Begin

One of the most prominent debates amongst hunters is the best time to hunt during the early season.

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