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Amazing Waterfowl Adaptations

Waterfowl have some amazing adaptations for living in and on an aquatic environment. They can withstand wild weather and sometimes travel extraordinary distances.

Waterfowl, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Venison and Black-Eyed Pea Gumbo

Many versions of gumbo contain chicken, shrimp and sausage, but in hunters' households, you will find venison, duck, turkey and pheasant making their way into the gumbo giving much more depth of flavor. In this recipe, venison sausage, shrimp and black-eyed peas are the stars of the show.

Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

Plum and Apple Braised Venison Shank

This braised venison shank recipe looks absolutely incredible. And it sounds fancy, which usually means its difficult to cook, but Chef Zane promises that it's an easy dish to make.

Deer, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild

Midday Buck Movement in the November Rut

The phenomenon of midday buck movement during the rut is one that often rewards hunters who've settled in for an all-day sit.

Deer

Hunting Deer in the Wind: Understanding Wind, Thermal and Whitetails

Whitetails use the wind and thermal currents to their advantage. Learn about how wind affects deer movement and tips for remaining undetected while on the hunt.

Deer

4 Reasons You Should Plant Hybrid Oaks

Hybrids can definitely grow faster. They are also often less noticed by insects, and seem to not get diseased as often.

Deer, Conservation, Land Management, Nativ Nurseries

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

Deer

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.

Big Game, Deer, Gear, Firearm

The Effect Moon Phase Has on Hunting Deer

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

Big Game, Deer

Do Deer Pattern Hunters

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

Deer, How-To

Are Deer Nocturnal? How to Hunt and Approach

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

Deer, How-To

Squirrel and Dumplings Recipe | Mossy Oak

Squirrel stew is a popular dish for preparing your squirrel bounty, but you’ll have a new go-to squirrel recipe once you try this one with squirrel and dumplings.

Small Game, Wild Game Recipes, Ingredient Wild, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Butchery

Fall Gardening Tips

Find fall gardening tips, guides and ideas tailored for wild game enthusiasts.

Country Roots, Nativ Nurseries

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.

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

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.

Deer, How-To, Bow, Firearm

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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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