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Opening Day Deer Hunting Hotspots

"A veteran deer hunter once told me that your first time on a stand usually offers your best chance, and that’s especially true for opening day."

Deer, How-To

Land Surveying with Drones

Ethical hunters should agree drones should have no place in fair chase hunting, accept possibly to recover game that would otherwise go unfound. Drones, however, can be helpful in managing game species in a number of different ways.

Deer, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

According to NDA, the proportion of hunters that killed at least one deer declined from 50% in 2011, to 41% in 2019; and the proportion that killed more than one deer declined from 23% in 2011, to 18% in 2019. Why?

Deer, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Bumping for Catfish - How to Bump

Bumping is a specialized tactic that has topped the charts in recent years by bringing in heavy weights of catfish to organized catfishing tournaments.

Fishing, How-To, Mossy Oak Fishing

Velvet Buck Track and Hunting

This tiny but tenacious dog tracked a wounded velvet buck through a hot maze of scents to find him underwater in a creek.

Deer, Dogs, Video

Deer Ticks - Tick Control and Management

As hunters and land managers, it's crucial to understand effective methods for controlling these parasites to ensure a thriving deer population.

Deer, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Grilled Oysters Recipe with Bacon

This grilled oyster recipe is to die for. It's got savory flavor and a little crunch for a perfect appetizer or camp meal.

Wild Game Recipes, Video, Ingredient Wild

Dove Hunting Guide and Tips

Prominent wingshooter Marty Fischer gives his advice on reading a dove field layout and how to pick the most productive spot to set up.

Small Game

Meat Processing Equipment - Gamekeeper Deer Grinder

DIY your own meat processing this fall.

Turkey, Fishing, Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Gear, Wild Game Recipes, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Ingredient Wild

Velvet Buck Hunt in Tennessee

Brandon Chesbro hunted the TN velvet season this past weekend and killed what may end up being a B&C buck in full velvet.

Tailgate Talks, Deer

Early Season Buck Hunting & Trail Camera Strategies

Early-season hunting offers a unique opportunity for hunters aiming to target mature bucks. During this period, bucks often form bachelor groups, which can provide a strategic advantage during the early season if approached correctly.

Deer

Curing and Overcoming Target Panic | Mossy Oak

Have you struggled with target panic in the past? Try the steps mentioned above to help rebuild your shot routine, free of the panic that robs you of consistency shot after shot.

Big Game, Deer, How-To, Bow

Shotgun Fitting Tips | Mossy Oak

When it comes to ‘shooting flying’ many wingshooters who struggle to hit birds consistently do so because of they are shooting a shotgun that simply doesn’t fit them properly.

Small Game, Waterfowl, How-To, Firearm

Retriever Training - Duck Dog Tips | Mossy Oak

Two of the most important attributes of a started or finished dog in terms of safety and hunt quality are complete quietness in the duck blind and steadiness to and during flush, shot, and fall. There is nothing more annoying during a duck hunt than a dog that whines or barks when birds are working, or more dangerous than when a pup breaks on the sound of gunfire.

Waterfowl, How-To, Video, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Kennels

Best Fishing Gear and New Mossy Oak Products | Mossy Oak

This year, Sportsman Guide has partnered with top brands like Huk, DSG, Frogg Togg, and more to bring anglers and outdoor enthusiasts the latest in high-quality, durable, and stylish fishing gear

Fishing, Gear, Video, Mossy Oak Fishing

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NWTF Presents: The Big Six

The National Wild Turkey Federation classified six major regions across 738 million acres to best identify the urgent needs of wild turkeys across the country.

Turkey, Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

11 Strategies for Hunting Silent Gobblers

No challenge can be more frustrating than dealing with quiet gobblers. It can humiliate world-champion callers and beginners alike.

Jim Turlington--The Artist Behind the 2025 Mossy Oak Wild Turkey Stamp

Jim Turlington is a wildlife artist residing in Deltona, Florida. He's been hunting, photographing and painting wild turkeys for decades.

Turkey, Conservation, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Mossy Oak Wild Turkey Stamp Helps Fund Large-Scale Florida Wild Turkey Research

Dr. Marcus Lashley is leading a multi-year, multi-faceted wild turkey research project based Florida, one that he says is the largest and most comprehensive turkey study conducted.

Turkey, News

Spring Food Plots | What, When, and How

View our spring food plots for deer and turkey article to identify the critical months in a whitetail's life. Learn when bucks start the antler genesis process!

Turkey, Deer, Waterfowl, Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, BioLogic

Overcoming Early Turkey Season Obstacles

The early season provides some unique challenges to the turkey hunter, like cold weather, little to no foliage, and henned up gobblers.

Turkey, How-To

Wild Turkey Diseases: Avian Pox and LPDV

As responsible hunters and gamekeepers, we can help turkeys by being vigilant for birds that appear ill, whether we’re observing them or admiring one up close after a successful hunt.

Turkey, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

River Cane Ecology and Canebrake Management for Wildlife

River cane is one such species that is both a striking deviation and a biologically-unique component of Southeastern forest and grassland habitats.

Conservation, Land Management, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Nativ Nurseries

How Far is Too Far to Call in a Turkey?

Mossy Oak Prostaffer Donald Jarrett talks the fickle nature of turkeys and when to stick it out for a far off bird that’s having trouble making up his mind on whether or not to come your way.

Turkey

BBQ Turkey Loaded Fries

Put your turkey legs to good use with this excellent way to bbq and serve them.

Turkey, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

Tailgate Talks: Mr. Walt's First Turkey at 91 Years Old

Mr. Walt's final bucket list item was to kill a wild turkey for the first time.

Turkey, Tailgate Talks, Video

Wild Turkey Shepherd’s Pie

The nice part about using ground turkey in Shepherd’s Pie is you can taste the wonderful flavor of the bird and never have to worry about it being tough or drying out. It is sure to be a hit with the whole family and is a great dish to make in advance to take to hunting camp.

Turkey, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

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