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Plan an Exciting Western Hunt Empowered by HuntStand Tech

A few thoughts on last minute e-scouting for Western deer hunts. Throughout history, military campaigns have succeeded – or failed – in no small part due to the quality of the intelligence gathered before the battle ever begins. The side with the most accurate current information always has a distinct advantage. Information is a critical component of a successful Western … [Read more...] about Plan an Exciting Western Hunt Empowered by HuntStand Tech

Get Your Bow Primed for Archery Season, Challenge Accepted

Selecting a hunting bow and setting it up yourself can be a daunting process. However, doing so -- correctly -- will ensure your setup is an arrow-flinging machine this bow season. As a short-draw archer, I look for shorter axle-to-axle bows that shoot fast (335+ fps). This year, my bow selection was the Prime Archery Nexus 2 with a 65-pound draw weight and an IBO speed rating … [Read more...] about Get Your Bow Primed for Archery Season, Challenge Accepted

The Best Killer Broadheads, Fixed-Blade and Expandable

People often ask me which broadheads, fixed-blade or expandable are best for big game hunting, and my answer is that the choice is simply complex. If you keep in mind that a broadhead has only one function -- to cut a hole through hair, hide, muscle, and internal organs -- and that to do so it must have blades sharp as a scalpel, be strong enough to withstand some serious … [Read more...] about The Best Killer Broadheads, Fixed-Blade and Expandable

Boots on the Ground for Elk

Once I have a list of potential areas to check out, it is time to get out into the field. I look for places that are hard to get to and are out of the way. I typically look for spots 2-4 miles from any major road system. I've hunted a few spots closer to roads if they require a steep climb or river crossing to get to them. Most hunters are not willing to put forth the … [Read more...] about Boots on the Ground for Elk

Mule Deer Considerations

If hunting mule deer is something that’s on your radar, or if you’re looking to expand your mule deer hunting opportunities into new areas, there are some great options across the west. For the first-timer out west or first time out-of-state, it can be overwhelming to figure out where to start. Prior to researching new areas, I have some broader considerations that help me … [Read more...] about Mule Deer Considerations

365 Archery Trio Target System

If you’re anything like me, you’ve grown accustomed to “Out of Stock” notifications while making online purchases.  You’ve probably even been told by retail employees that the product you want is out of stock and they have no idea when they’ll get more. This issue seems to only compound when you’re trying to purchase anything related to the hunting or outdoor … [Read more...] about 365 Archery Trio Target System

Elk From Above

Often overlooked, a treestand over an elk hot spot may help you punch your tag this fall. In today's digital world, it is easy to find information on elk hunting tactics. “Online experts” cover tactics like calling and decoying; the internet is saturated with information on these popular subjects. However, one elk hunting tactic that is overlooked is the use of a treestand … [Read more...] about Elk From Above