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Entries for March 2019
Illuminated Nock Trick
By Susan and Rob Hagan
To my fellow Buckmasters fans, I’d like to pass on a useful tip for utilizing illuminated arrow nocks in a way you might not have thought of. A few years ago, my husband and I came up with this idea while tracking a doe in the pitch-black darkness. After my husband arrowed the doe, it ran down into a large gully. The deer gained a lot... READ MORE
Socked-and-Loaded Scent Spinner
By Vince Huett
I’m a big fan of scent dispersal canisters or foggers and the way they distribute deer lures into the area, especially while I’m set up in my treestand. Dripper-type scent systems and the kind you spray or pour onto the ground work great in certain situations, and are especially well suited for attracting and keeping bucks in your area ... READ MORE
Slick Condition Traction Trick
By Gary LaLone
Photo: Play sand is odorless and so fine it won’t crunch under your feet. My tip originates from a scary incident that happened several years ago. It was the opening day of Ohio’s firearm season, and I was excited to get set up in my treestand, a hand-built permanent stand made of wood. When I climbed aboard, I suddenly discovered the f... READ MORE
Turn Thick Spots into Hot Spots
By Frank Glass
Hunting where visibility is limited can be challenging. I live in Alabama where thick timber, pine groves, briars, brambles and dense undergrowth are the norm. No hunter has confidence watching a spot where they can’t see very far. But I’ve learned there are ways to use dense areas to my advantage. In the Deep South, I’ve seen hun... READ MORE