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Sometimes using a call is enough in turkey hunting. It plays on a turkey’s desire to mate if he is alone. When the tom hears the female and she doesn’t appear, he’ll go looking for her. However, this is not how things normally work. Usually the tom calls to the hens and they come to him. Although a hen’s call …
I had a good year bowhunting in ’97. Like most years I had both some good and bad luck. My year started in Missouri in May turkey hunting. The weather and the birds were not cooperating so I returned home empty handed. September came fast, along with whitetail hunting in Minnesota. During the season I killed 3 whitetail bucks. An …
Modern bow sights are much more accurate out of the box than those your parents used, but they still need to be adjusted to fit your bow and shooting style. If you take the time to sight your bow the right way, you’ll see tremendous improvements in your accuracy, and better results when you hunt.
If your idea of a challenge is a long bow hunt deep in the forest, you’re not alone. Dozens of America’s highest profile celebrities proudly take up their bows to hunt for game of all kinds. The next time you’re sitting in your blind waiting for a good shot, imagine if one of these celebrities who hunt were your hunting partner:
All bow hunters understand two fundamental rules. First, practice weapon safety at all times, even when you think the weapon isn’t loaded. Second, treat all animals with respect and dignity. While most hunters practice the first rule, the second rule can be violated unknowingly if you’re not making the right kinds of shots. Here is a list of bow shots that …
In bow hunting, accuracy is king. It’s not just the difference between a hit and a miss, but between a clean kill shot and one that leaves the animal in agony. Improving your bow accuracy takes a lot of work, but when you invest the time, you’ll be rewarded with better, cleaner kills than ever before. This season, adopt some …
The Consumer Products Safety Commission rates archery as the sixth safest sporting activity, behind jogging and just ahead of tennis. On average there are only 78 injuries per 100,000 participants, and most of those injuries are caused by archers who fail to follow basic arrow safety protocols. Whether you plan to go to the range to shoot, or you’re gearing …
Bow hunting can be a lot of fun, but it can also be quite dangerous. Just as there are some basic safety rules with firearms, there are basic safety rules and other general guidelines for bow hunting. Whether you’re brand new to archery or you’re a seasoned archer gearing up for the new season, it’s important to take a few …
It’s always a good idea to practice your target shooting before you head out on a bow hunting trip. Practicing with a target helps assist the hunter with marking the point they intend to hit in order to develop accuracy. It also offers a safe place for the arrow to land so that it remains intact. Whether you’re brand new to bow hunting or are thinking about …
Lei Beckley-Wagner is no ordinary 9-year-old boy. He loves fishing, archery and the great outdoors. He is passionate about helping others and making the world a better place. However, unlike his peers, Lei was diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Autism and autism spectrum disorders are characterized by difficulties in social interactions, verbal and non-verbal communication skills and sensory sensitivities. …
