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Bear Kelly Hunts a 215-Inch Mule Deer with a Bow

I got to see the footage of the hunt, taught the outfitter that rattling could be used to bring in a trophy mule deer and learned the score of the buck. Again, this was one of my most memorable hunts.

Big Game, Deer, Bow

3 Recommendations When Mentoring a New Hunter

Introducing new hunters (young or old) to the sport is probably one of the most exciting and important things veteran hunters can do.

Small Game, Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl, Conservation, How-To, Mossy Oak, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

6 Reasons to Try Freshwater Drum Fishing

Discover what makes freshwater drum fishing great. Whether you fish as a hobby or as an elite angler, enjoy the thrill of catching drum fish. Learn more.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Mossy Oak Presents ‘Sticks & Strings: Live From the Country’ with Cole Chaney on August 27

Mossy Oak featured Cole Chaney on an episode of ‘Sticks & Strings: Live From the Country’ music series, August 27, 2020.

News, Video

Bear Kelly Got in the Middle of a Bear Fight

I knew for certain there was about to be a big bear fight, and I was at the center of the ring.

Big Game, Predator, Bow

Federal’s Terminal Ascent Hunting Rounds Have You Covered At Any Distance

Most traditional big game rounds need high velocities for the projectiles to expand, and bullet expansion, of course, is a big part of a hunting bullet’s knockdown power.

Big Game, Deer, Gear, Firearm

Prep Your Camo, Get in Shape and Break In Your Boots for Hunting the West

To get in shape for hunting the West, I start off by walking a lot. After I’ve walked for a while, then I’ll load my pack with everything I think I’ll need and then begin walking with my pack on my back.

Big Game, Elements Terra, Mossy Oak Break-Up Country, Mossy Oak Mountain Country

Manage Your Property and More with the OnX Hunt App

The OnX Hunt App includes all you need to manage your hunting property. Mark waypoints, entrances and exits, tree stand locations, food plots and more.

Deer, Turkey, Fishing, Land Management

8 Basic Survival Skills You Can Learn in Your Own Backyard

Be prepared before your next outdoor adventure and learn the basics of fire building, sourcing water, and performing first aid in your backyard.

How-To

How Bear Kelly Prepares for Bowhunting Before Deer Season

For me, the most important element in preparing to hunt during bow season is to be scent-free. If a deer can smell you, he’s not coming in and presenting a shot.

Big Game, Deer, Gear, How-To, Bow

Bear Kelly Hunts Big Game with Bows, Guns and Muzzleloaders

In 1996, the late Dick Kirby, creator of Quaker Boy Calls and longtime Mossy Oak enthusiast, started mentoring Bear Kelly as a trapper. Bear primarily bowhunts, but he also hunts with a gun, a muzzleloader and a crossbow.

Deer, Predator, Land Management, Bow

Brandon Palaniuk’s Final Tally for His $100,000 Win

When I woke up on the last day of the Bassmaster Elite Series on Lake Champlain, the weather forecast indicated that there would be a strong wind.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Brassicas: How to Train Your Deer

The onset of colder weather not only triggers some changes within the plants, but also in a whitetail’s metabolism and need for different foods

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

Mossy Oak IGNITE - Powered by FUSE Technology - Heated Seat Cushion Now Available Exclusively at Walmart

Mossy Oak is excited to announce the all-new Mossy Oak IGNITE Seat Cushion now available exclusively at Walmart.

Deer, Turkey, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Gear, News, Video, Mossy Oak

A Beginner’s Guide to Scent Training for Dogs

Set your dog up for success by being intentional about your training sessions. Lay strategic scent trails and encourage your dog to train as your hunting partner.

How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Kennels

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Pheasant and Cornbread Pancakes

I was asked to create my version of chicken and waffles, and this is what I came up with. This recipe is simple, delicious and will keep your spouse, kids or guest coming back for seconds.

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

BEARTOOTH by Callan Wink: Bottomland Book Club

Beartooth by Callan Wink is a novel that hunters and anglers alike will enjoy and find unputdownable.

Big Game, Bottomland Book Club, Deer

Predator Hunting in January: Capitalizing on Cold Weather and Hungry Coyotes

By Heath Wood December marks a prime time for predator hunters as the cold temperatures of late fall transition into winter, pushing coyotes into a heightened state of activity. Even though I enjoy coyote hunting all year and have had success throughout the year, December often marks the start of my “winter season” of coyote calling and is the beginning of what I believe to be the best time to hunt coyotes. With food sources

Predator, How-To, Video

3 Things to Know About Late-Season Buck Patterns

Understanding a few key patterns can give you an edge in the late season, setting you up for success when the pressure is on and the daylight hours are short.

Deer

Stand Hunting During Late Season Cold Snaps

Success requires mastering the art of patience, staying warm, controlling wind scent, and adapting to frigid winter conditions and, in some cases, snow-covered landscapes.

Deer

How to Extend Your Effective Shooting Distance

While shots can be missed at any distance, the further the shot is, the harder it is to make due to a broader range of influences.

Deer

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

Late Season Deer Hunting in December & January

Late-season deer hunting in December and January presents unique challenges and opportunities for hunters seeking the elusive mature buck.

Deer, How-To

Chef Nathan Duensing puts a new twist on everyone’s favorite waterfowl-based appetizer, a duck popper perfect for any table.

Waterfowl, Wild Game Recipes, Video, Ingredient Wild

The Deep South Rut

For most hunters, November is the month where the magic happens in the deer woods. However, if you drive far enough south, you’ll find a land where the finest days for deer hunting are in December.

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

Top Tools for Getting Your Deer Out of the Woods

You killed a deer far from the truck. Now what? Here’s a look at some of the best ways to get your deer out of the woods.

Big Game, Deer, How-To

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