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Entries for February 2023
Take A Stand
By Ken Piper
We don't know how they do it, but deer have an uncanny ability to catch us by surprise. No matter how ready you are, and no matter how loud the woods, a deer can be right on you and catch you flat-footed before you know it. Once the deer is that close, there's almost no chance you'll be able to pull up your gun or bow and make a shot before it spot... READ MORE
Don't Give Up On A Good Scrape
By Ken Piper
Most hunters like to hunt near fresh buck sign, and what could be better than a hot scrape? Unfortunately, hunting a scrape can be a real hit-or-miss proposition. After all, it's a good possibility that the buck is checking/refreshing his scrapes at night. Rather than spending day after unproductive day on stand or (and more likely) spending one or... READ MORE
Scout Your Opponent While Hunting
By Ken Piper
We all get out and do our deer scouting as much as possible, but for most hunters scouting is limited to checking sign and getting stands in working order. If you have several days or, better yet, weeks to hunt, try setting up away from your key area. Put your stand somewhere you can see deer movement and establish their patterns. Even if this mean... READ MORE
Go to the Deer
By Ken Piper
Deer hunting can be tough this time of year. Most of the rut activity is over, and the deer have been pressured through weeks and weeks of hunting -- plus there are fewer deer out there. This combination can make for some long, slow hours on stand. At times like this, stalk-hunting can be extremely productive. Patience is the key, and remember t... READ MORE