Is it actually possible to insulate mule deer herds in arid environments, such as the Chihuahuan Desert of West Texas, against the extreme pressures that can be delivered by harsh droughts? The answer is yes, to an extent.
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What Type of Deer Hunter Are You?
Deer hunters take several shapes and forms, and everyone has their own approach to bagging bucks. Some more successful than others, but to each their own.
4 Insider Tips for Hunting on Public Land
Here are four simple ideas to keep in mind while hunting public land, brought to you by the experts at OutdoorHub.
Adam Scepaniak - November 23, 2018
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Keys to Success in the Hunting Business
What are the most important aspects for making your hunting business a success? Our wildlife expert Greg Simons shares his advice based on his decades of experience.
Get the Best Hunt This Summer
Summer isn’t usually thought of as prime hunting season. Many people think of turkey hunting in the spring or deer hunting in the fall. However, people that hang up their rifles in the warmer weather are missing out on some of the hidden gems of hunting. Here are a few tips to have an amazing hunt this summer.
How to Read Deer Body Language (Video)
Whitetail deer are the most common large mammal species in North America, with over 30 million of these cloven-hoofed ungulates roaming the continent’s forests, wetlands, prairies and suburban backyards. Known to be shy and hyper-alert to the nearest danger, it’s little wonder that rifle and bow -hunters alike devote lifetimes to tracking, observing and understanding […]
A View from the Field: Understanding the Effectiveness of Aerial Wildlife Surveys
The inconsistencies and inaccuracies associated with aerial surveys as a wildlife management tool can be confounding. Wildlife expert Greg Simons shines a light on the practice.
How to Remove Deer Ticks Safely (Video)
Summer is peak season for nymphal-stage deer ticks, meaning you should be prepared to spot these poppy-seed-sized critters and know how to remove safely.
Charles Stibal Ranch Sold in Montana’s Wildlife-rich Centennial Valley
Sitting in Montana’s sweeping Centennial Valley, 3,221-acre Charles Stibal Ranch was sold on June 5, 2017, by Chance Bernall of Beaverhead Home & Ranch this week.
Spotted Fever: A Guide to the Axis Deer Hunt
Today, axis deer are in great abundance in certain areas of Texas, found free-ranging in many counties in central Texas, and commonly found on high-fenced game ranches in various regions of the state.
How to Create Sustainable Habitat for Big Game Production
This article is adapted from a presentation by Texas Tech’s Dr. Warren Conway on “Sustainable Rangelands for Big Game Production and Habitat Management.”
Listing of the Week: Versatile Hunting Acreage in Missouri
Just miles from the Iowa state line, this 144-acre parcel in northwest Missouri offers a tantalizing opportunity for an avid hunter to purchase his or her dream hunting acreage. The land has frontage to I-35 and easy access from the town of Eagleville.
Listing of the Week: Remarkable Hunting Ranch in the Heart of the Rockies
Situated in a flat-bottomed valley in the heart of the Colorado Rockies, 2,121-acre Big Elk Ranch is a well-rounded mountain ranch that combines abundant recreational opportunities with income-producing options from existing livestock and hunting-lease operations.
10 Things to Know About Deer Senses
Here are 10 basic but useful facts about deer senses for you to mull over the next time you find yourself sitting in a treestand wondering why that buck just bolted.
Guide to Big Game Licenses on Western Ranches
The West offers so many extraordinary things, from big peaks to big views to the exceptional big game. Dan Murphy, owner of M4 Ranch Group, breaks down everything you need to know about securing a big game license for your western ranch.
Camera Surveys: The Emerging Wildlife Tool
Game cameras have become a popular scouting tool for hunters, but are they the right tool for you?
ElkQuest Hunting Operation Up for Sale for First Time
ElkQuest, the world-renowned elk-hunting operation near Durango, Colorado, is on the market for the first time in its history. In business for over 20 years, ElkQuest will be shuttering in 2016 following the loss of its 1,500-acre state lease. Colorado-based Hayden Outdoors is acting as the listing agent for this turnkey opportunity, with the ElkQuest hunting operation and breeding headquarters being […]
Antlered Assets
There is one animal in particular that generates more revenue than all God’s wild creatures on earth put together and that is the whitetail deer.
Are You a Safe Hunting Partner?: A Guide to Hunting Safety
The fall season is here and many of us have probably started hunting or preparing to do so. It is very important that we don’t let the excitement of the hunt overwhelm our practice of gun safety.
A Guide to Growing Big Deer
Managing your deer population and wildlife habitat is key to ensuring your deer herd stays healthy and robust.
How to Manage Brush on Your Land & Rural Property
Written by Greg Simons and Ruben Cantu, Wildlife Biologists | Wildlife Consultants, Inc. “Measure twice, cut once” is good advice for carpenters—and for landowners who are considering brush management. Unlike mown grass that can spring back within days, brush-based habitat can take years to recover from overzealous or poorly planned brush removal. Before you cut, define your objective: […]
