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Handguns, Crossbows and Hogs - Here’s Why

I think the greatest advantage of the crossbow is that it also allows young hunters to start hunting at an earlier age. In some states, the minimum draw weight for a longbow is just too heavy for a 10-12-year-old youngster to pull, hold and aim accurately. But the crossbow gives them an opportunity to get in close, to aim accurately, and to find the spot they want to hit. It makes that shot achievable for

Predator, Bow, Firearm

Plan Ahead for Food Plot Success

The month of August can be a very busy month for wildlife management chores. Dove season is right around the corner as well as archery season for deer. Formulating a plan this time of year on what, when, and where you are going to plant cool season plots can save time and frustration. Waiting until the very last minute and scrambling to find seed, equipment or fertilizer can be a major headache.

Land Management, How-To, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Hunting Prairie Dogs at 400 Yards and Whitetails at over 200 Yards with a Handgun

I really enjoy hunting with a pistol and have taken a good number of whitetails with it, as well as bears, elk and mule deer. I've also taken small game with my pistol, including prairie dogs. One of my longest handgun shots I ever made was with a Savage Striker pistol. I took a prairie dog at 400 yards with a .22-250, using Hornady ammunition. My longest big-game shot with a handgun was a whitetail

Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Mossy Oak, Firearm

Perpetuate the Lives of Firearms

The point here is to emphasize the need to wipe down with oil all firearms at least once a year, and two or three times is better. And never, ever, store firearms in tightly-zipped, insulated cases. Keep them in a cool, dry place, preferably in air-conditioned space. That removes moisture and allows gun metal to “breathe.” It doesn’t take much effort to keep firearms rust free. And if you valuable them as family keepsakes, the

How-To, Firearm

Doug Koenig: A Man for All Seasons

I’m often asked, “Doug, how did you get into competitive shooting?” Twenty-seven years ago my father and I decided to buy a handgun, so we went to a local gun shop that did custom work on all types of guns. Several of the people there shot competitively. These folks invited me to come to a local shooting match. After that first competitive shooting match, I was hooked on competitive shooting.

Big Game, Deer, Mossy Oak, Firearm

NWTF Pledges Support for NSSF's Project ChildSafe

Safely securing firearms in the home is the leading preventative measure for firearm related accidents, thefts and misuse. According to a National Safety Council report, accidental firearm fatalities dropped 22% during the years Project ChildSafe has been in effect. These instances now account for less than 1 percent of all fatalities nationwide.

News, Firearm

Terry Drury Tells about High Anticipation Phase of Deer Season

This is the time of year when the mature buck and the seasoned bowhunter start their chess game. The deer will begin moving, but you won’t see as many deer as you do during the Pre Lockdown period. Up until this point, Mark and I rarely if ever hunt in the mornings. However, during the High Anticipation phase, we hunt mornings and afternoons. Often, we’ll hunt during the middle of the day also, because this

Big Game, Deer, Mossy Oak

Drake Wingshooter's Shell Bag and Cooler

The Drake Shooter’s Shell Boss Bag could be a wingshooter’s best friend based on all the features and functionality it has. It has everything a wingshooter needs in one convenient package - a shell bag, a soft-sided cooler, and a game bag. It’s perfect for a day of dove hunting no matter where you are. This bag has it all!

Mossy Oak Bottomland, Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades, Gear, Mossy Oak

Pursuit Channel Announces Major Cable Distribution Expansion

Pursuit Channel, America's most widely distributed hunting, fishing, shooting network, has recently added cable distribution to about 60,000 households via an agreement with Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel), a diversified telecommunications company headquartered in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.

News

Terry Drury Explains Pre Lockdown Phase of Deer Season

During Pre Lockdown, Phase 4, bucks are expanding their home ranges, their numbers of scrapes and the bucks working their scrapes increases. You’ll hear and see more bucks sparring. Big bucks are looking for the first doe that comes in estrus, and they’ll latch onto that doe. This is the perfect time to call deer.

Big Game, Deer, Mossy Oak

Bow Shooting Scenarios

Here are three bow-shooting scenarios you need to be ready for: the buck that takes his sweet time coming to your stand, the buck that steadily walks towards you and the buck that's chasing a doe. And a bonus insurance tip, carry a spare release.

How-To, Bow

Hunting Skins Expands Hunting-Themed Cell Phone and Tablet Cover line featuring Mossy Oak

Hunting Skins, the leading provider of hunting-themed cell phone and tablet covers, announces the addition of nearly 50 new designs featuring Mossy Oak patterns, including its very popular State Honor™ and All Game™ collections. Hunting Skins utilizes a proprietary color infusion process, which produces incredible high-definition detail on the case that will not scratch or peel off.

Mossy Oak Bottomland, Mossy Oak Obsession, Mossy Oak Shadow Grass Blades, News, Mossy Oak

Terry Drury On Phase 3: The October Lull of Deer Season

During the October Lull of deer season, about 95 percent of the deer’s movements occur at night. We start seeing a lot of scrapes at this time, and we know the scrapes are being made at night. The deer no longer come to green fields during daylight but do stay in their bedding areas. During the Lull, they have micro home ranges, and they’re in hard horn. They're a little indecisive about where they want

Deer, Bow

Terry Drury Explains Phase 2: Greener Pastures Deer Hunting

During this phase, if you're checking your trail cameras regularly, you'll see that daylight activity begins to pick up. Older-age-class bucks will start moving during daylight hours. Also, at this time of the year, you'll have more solid and dependable wind direction. The bucks will come to green fields quite a bit, and the bucks are starting to scrape a little.

Big Game, Deer, Mossy Oak

Feed Your Food Plots

Too many food plot farmers grab a few bags of 10-10-10 at a nearby big-box store and use it on their food plots. They believe they’ve done the correct thing, but they may have done more harm than good. They apply the fertilizer without knowing whether they need that ratio or amount of nutrients or not. Why make the process a “crap-shoot?”

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

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From the Archives: Bob Dixon and Steve Burnett on the Art of Mix and Matching Camo

By Terry Madewell, originally published in the 1994 edition of Mossy Oak Bowhunting Magazine As big whitetail bucks are inclined to do, this one had done the unexpected. I'd studied this buck's pattern for a couple of weeks, being extremely careful not to leave any scent in the wrong places. I'd selected a stand site where the dense underbrush funneled into a 40-yard-wide strip. I was sure this was where he would walk and I

Turkey, Big Game, Deer, Waterfowl, Predator, How-To

Week-by-Week Buck Movement in October

We break down the month into week by week observations on October deer movement and how to plan for and strategize for early season deer hunting.

Deer, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers

Testing the New Leupold VX-6HD Gen 2

Our friend and “gun nut” Bill Gabbard put the new version of the Leupold top-of-the-line VS 6HD hunting scope to the test on a day at the range.

Big Game, Deer, Predator, Gear

Your Guide To Flathead Catfishing

To the casual angler, a catfish is a catfish is a catfish, but to catfish anglers, the different species of catfish are as different as night and day.

Fishing, Mossy Oak Fishing

Harvesting Does Early - Quality Management

Doe harvest is one of the most vital aspects of managing your herd correctly and many managers believe this should be done as early as possible in the season.

Deer, Conservation, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Bow, Firearm

My Best Friend Timbo

Neill and Timbo hunted 13 seasons together. Timbo is one of Mossy Oak's greatest dogs; he remains a legend in the Haas family and the dad, granddad, and great-granddad to puppies even today at the Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Kennels. Here Neill writes his parting thoughts on his best friend, Timbo.

Waterfowl, Dogs, Mossy Oak Companions, Mossy Oak Gamekeepers, Mossy Oak Gamekeeper Kennels

Best Bow Hunting Bows and Gear for 2025

Bowhunting offers a quieter way to experience the woods. The right gear can make your time afield not only more effective but also more enjoyable. The right equipment does more than just get the job done—it should all work together to keep you focused on the hunt rather than distracted by your setup. From cutting-edge bows released this year to ultra-quiet and beloved bino harnesses and more, here’s a roundup of top gear to help

Big Game, Small Game, Deer, Predator, Gear, Bow

80 Years of Hand Building Bows

Butch Barnes has spent his whole life making his own longbows, recurves, and arrows. Here he tells us story after story of these builds.

Deer, Bow

Squirrel Hunting: How to Find the Squirrels

Squirrels are no different than any other game animal. To find them you need to find their food source.

Small Game, How-To

Oven-Roasted Spatchcock Dove with Garlic Mash & Brown Pan Gravy

Think a little gourmet, a little fancier with your dove for this recipe. And it really isn't all that difficult. Here's how to make a roasted spatchcock dove on a bed of garlic mashed potatoes and gravy for your family and friends.

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

Free Activity Sheets for Kids

Free games geared towards the outdoor kid. Print these for your kids to work in the tree stand, at camp, on the road, or at home.

Turkey, Deer, Mossy Oak

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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