Recent Ask the Biologist
Play the Numbers
By Bob Humphrey
Doe groups will always draw bucks during the rut. QUESTION: They say you should hunt does during the rut because that’s where the bucks will be, but that doesn’t seem to work for me. My experience has been that does nearing estrus want to... READ MORE
Hold the Onions
By Bob Humphrey
Watch what you eat to help reduce your odor footprint. QUESTION: Are there certain foods I should avoid while deer hunting? I’ve heard onions and other foods can actually release scent through your pores. What do you think? ANSWER: Certain thin... READ MORE
Bait and Switch
By Bob Humphrey
If you’ve heard mixed reviews on using feeders, join the crowd. QUESTION: My state now allows baiting, but I’ve read big bucks won’t come to a bait pile, or even a feeder. Is that true? ANSWER: There are very few absolutes in deer h... READ MORE
The Early Bird
By Bob Humphrey
Be on the lookout for deer sign while you're in the turkey woods this spring. QUESTION: While turkey hunting this spring, are there things I can watch for that will help me in deer season, or will the sign be meaningless by the fall? – Tom J. ... READ MORE
To Drive or Not to Drive
By Bob Humphrey
It’s difficult to get to a stand unnoticed, no matter what method you choose. QUESTION: I am disabled and can’t walk to my deer blind. Will it affect my deer hunt if I drive my SxS to my blind? – Randy B. ANSWER: The short answer i... READ MORE