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Kevin Burleson Tells Why His Ranch Is a Deer Sanctuary

One of the reasons that more mature bucks show up on our 8,000 acres at Heart of Texas Bowhunting is that we create a sanctuary for bucks. I’ve been asked many times, “How in the world can you say that the 8,000 acres that you hunt is a sanctuary when annually you’re taking 300 to 400 deer off your ranch?” To understand how we can call our ranch a buck sanctuary, the first thing you

Big Game, Deer, Land Management, Mossy Oak

That Smell - Bringing In Bucks During the Rut

Hunting season for whitetails encompasses three to four months depending upon which state you choose. Obviously whitetails can be harvested during anytime of the season, but most hunters’ favorite time is the rut. But whitetails can exhibit rut behavior during that entire time, so what most hunters imply by the rut is more specifically, the chase phase and the residual activity that can be caught on either side of actual breeding. Why do hunters like

Big Game, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Heart Of Texas Bowhunting Hunters Harvest Deer Scoring 150-160

We intensively manage our deer herds. That’s why our hunters see more bucks than does. We have so-many deer on our lands that we have to cull a lot of deer – bucks with undesirable genetics or does when we see that we have too-many does on the property. This section of Texas is extremely saturated with miles and miles and miles of deer. I'm pretty sure that we take more deer off the 8,000

Big Game, Deer, Mossy Oak

Unbelievable Deer Management

Kevin Burleson has owned Heart of Texas Bowhunting for 13 years, 16-miles west of Brady, Texas. Geographically it’s right dead center in the middle of Texas. Can you imagine seeing 30 to 40 bucks each day that you hunt? The deer-management system that Kevin Burleson uses may not produce this type of results on other properties in the U.S. However, this management system works for Burleson in Texas.

Big Game, Deer, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Mossy Oak Break-Up Country, Mossy Oak Obsession, Mossy Oak

First Deer Hunts Stay with Us for a Lifetime

Dry leaves covered the ground, thinner along the crests of ridges, then deeper in the valleys between. The air smelled like wood smoke, anticipation and December. The deer hunter among my Old Men walked at a brisk clip and I panted and hustled to keep up, a heavy rifle weighing on my shoulder, my heavy clothes already filling with sweat.

Big Game, Deer

Mossy Oak Pursuit Energy Adds New Flavors

Mossy Oak Pursuit Energy has announced that two new flavors are joining the Original flavor, which are all available across the U.S. in three new cans. Now outdoor enthusiasts have three smooth, delicious energy sources to keep them sharp and focused for hunting, fishing, and anything else they love doing outside.

News, Mossy Oak

The Day Outdoor Writer John E. Phillips Almost Died

As we both lay on the ground together, I tried to determine what had happened. I also wanted to make a quick check of my body parts to make sure they were all intact. I could hear Dixon asking, “Bubba are you okay? Bubba are you okay?”

Big Game, Deer, Mossy Oak, Bow

Southeastern Land Market: Trends, Sales and Forecasts

The Southeast region of the U.S. land market is one of the most diverse in the country, with attributes including a healthy and varied agricultural economy, the nation's largest timber industry, and claim to some of the world's finest hunting and fishing opportunities. The Southeast region sees high demand from buyers.

Conservation, Mossy Oak Properties

Parrish Elliott Tells about After His Tree Stand Fall

When I began to replay the accident in my mind, I realized I had only fallen about 3 feet before the safety harness stopped my fall. My waist was just about even with the platform of my tree stand. So, I only fell only about half of my body length before the harness stopped me. I got back into my stand without any problem. The only place that I felt any pressure when the harness

Mossy Oak, Bow

yurbuds powered by JBL Partners with Mossy Oak

yurbuds powered by JBL, the sport earphones guaranteed never to hurt or fall out, announced the launch of the new Mossy Oak series. An exciting launch for the brand, the product is geared towards outdoor sportsmen and women who want gear that is a seamless fit with their lifestyle. Available in orange and green designs, the product sports Mossy Oak’s signature Obsession pattern. The earphones are a great partner for active lifestyles of all kinds.

Mossy Oak Obsession, News, Mossy Oak

Parrish Elliott Says Thank You, Lord, He’s not Dead after His Tree Stand Fall

I've been bowhunting and climbing trees for 30 years. I've never fallen, I've never had an accident, and I consider myself a very-safe bowhunter. I had tried safety harnesses before, but I felt like they were very restrictive and got in the way when I was trying to turn, draw and shoot. To be honest, I never felt like I needed to wear one. When I was younger, I always thought I was 10-feet tall

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Mossy Oak Properties of the Heartland expands in Missouri

Mossy Oak Properties of the Heartland is pleased to announce that Mossy Oak Properties of the Heartland-Land and Lakes Properties will be opening a second land brokerage office, with the new office located in Marshfield, Missouri.

News, Mossy Oak Properties

The Albino Whitetail Deer: A Guide

Discover the mystique of the albino whitetail deer with this guide. Join Mossy Oak for captivating stories and insights into these enchanting creatures.

Big Game, Deer, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Cuz's Grandson Matt Takes His First Deer

He could look at the deer and then the drawing with the X drawn right behind the shoulder. He did that a couple of times and whispered, “Pop, I can shoot him right there.” I leaned over, so I could see he was indeed on the doe and told him, “Whenever you’re ready, squeeze the trigger on the crossbow.” I pushed the safety off the crossbow and watched almost in disbelief as the arrow disappeared

Big Game, Deer, Bow

Tales from the Field

My deer hunting trip with my grandson Matt Ellis was supposed to be just a dry run. I’d been introducing myself to the ins and outs of a crossbow with the hopes of getting some family members to go bowhunting. I never even had held a crossbow or shot one. But I quickly learned I may have been missing something. In the process of getting myself and other family members familiar with the horizontal archery

Big Game, Deer, BioLogic, Mossy Oak

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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 Tactics for December and 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

How to Prepare for Your Child’s First Duck Hunt

That first hunt is important and memorable for you and your child. Here’s tips from Brodie Swisher on getting the correct gear and what to know to make that first hunt a success.

Waterfowl, How-To, Video

Make it a Mossy Oak Christmas from Walmart

We've put together a list of items you can conveniently grab at your local Walmart or online to gift to your outdoors loving family and friends.

Turkey, Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Predator, Gear

Make it a Mossy Oak Kids' Christmas

There's not much more rewarding than seeing your little ones excited and ready to get out in the woods or out on the water. Here's our gift guide to giving them an outdoorsy gift that they'll be thrilled to open under the tree this Christmas.

Turkey, Fishing, Small Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Gear, Mossy Oak Kids

Understanding Weather Changes and How it Affects the Rut

Understanding how weather impacts deer behavior during this critical period can dramatically increase your chances of success.

Deer

Persimmon Cheesecake Recipe

Beka Garris gives us her homemade recipe for an easy and delicious NY-style persimmon cheesecake full of that distinct persimmon flavor.

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

Best Treestands for Taking Kids Hunting

Hunting with a sidekick this season? Here’s a look at some of the best treestand options on the market for deer hunting with your child.

Deer, Gear, Bow, Firearm

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