The hunting horseman can accomplish a “run and gun” technique while traversing a lot of country in search of game. The logistics of horse feed and water are essentially the only limiting factors.
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Outfitting the Hunting HorsemanThe hunting horseman can accomplish a “run and gun” technique while traversing a lot of country in search of game. The logistics of horse feed and water are essentially the only limiting factors.
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Navigating the Backcountry with StockIn this article I will describe how I have traveled in remote areas throughout the West with my pack and riding stock, using both age-old techniques as well as the technology which is currently available to us today.
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How Prepared Are You?With backcountry hunting becoming more popular these days, there is a great percentage of hunters out there that are truly not prepared for the journey that lies ahead of them. Without first-hand experience, it is hard to know how prepared you actually are.
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Tips To Combat Altitude SicknessUnfortunately, hunters have learned that the beautiful scenery and loneliness of the wilderness can also be very dangerous if they’re not properly prepared for such an increase in elevation.
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E-Scouting Tips & TechniquesE-scouting can help you understand a unit’s terrain, road access, habitat, pressured areas, animal behavior, and develop backup plans that will ultimately lead to more success.
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Tips for Picking a Hunting SpotWhen I show up to a new area, I already know many of the best vantage points in the unit before I ever set foot there. This starts at home, well prior to the hunt. Here are the steps I take in order to locate what I would deem as the “best spots”.
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BaseMap for E-ScoutingDIY western big game hunting is a lot of work. The planning, preparation, travel, and hunt all require time and dedication to put all the moving pieces together.
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How Turkey Hunting Can Make You A Better Elk HunterIf you want to be a great hunter, you need to hunt all the time. Being out in the woods is the best way to learn about the game you pursue.
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How To Glass Without Using The Grid TechniqueChristian Woodward shares tips for glassing without gridding.
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From the Field to the Record BookTips for using the record-keeping scoring system to help make your field judging more closely resemble actual trophy measurements.
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5 Common Accuracy-Inhibiting FactorsAdrienne & Hans Olufs, owners of West Coast Archery Shop review the equipment and shooting habit issues they see daily at their shop.
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Blister Prevention Made SimpleThe importance of taking care of our feet in the field is no secret, yet we’ve all been there at one point or another, blocking out the unblockable pain of a blister.