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How to Remove Antlers From a Moose Head
Removing the antlers from a moose head is the same in principle as removing antlers from a deer skull, but on a larger scale. Removing moose antlers isn’t hard, but it may take a little elbow grease and a strong stomach to saw through brain tissue. In many cases, hunters have to pack a moose o
Prairie Dog Hunting Near Mitchell, South Dakota
Prairie dog hunting is popular in South Dakota.prairie dog image by Poleboy G from Fotolia.comSouth Dakota's Prairie Dog Management Plan was passed in 2005 in order to give ranchers and landowners control guidelines and funds to take care of unwanted prairie dog populations on privately...
How to Identify Wild Animals by Their Tracks & Feces
It is not always possible to see all the wildlife that exists around us, but is possible to come to know these animals, whether they be mammals, birds or reptiles, through the signs that they leave. Animal tracks and feces leave us clues to their sometimes remote lives. It is not only fun to learn t
Field Events for Hunting Dogs
Field events for hunting dogs are competitive activities that showcase and test a dog's hunting skills. In field trials, dogs compete against each other. In hunt tests, the judges measure each dog's performance against a standard, not against the performances of other dogs. The American Kennel Club
Elk Hunting in La Pine, Oregon
According to Oregon's Department of Fish and Wildlife, the state is home to 27 million acres of grasslands and 6,000 lakes and reservoirs; these habitats enable dozens of big game species to thrive in the state, including the prized elk.
How Do I Hunt Deer in Tuscarawas County, Ohio?
Tuscarawas County consistently ranks among the top 10 most productive deer hunting areas in Ohio. Located roughly halfway between Pittsburgh and Columbus, the region offers hunting on both private and public lands, as well as with outfitting companies. The county seat of New Philadelphia offers a nu
How to Shoot Slugs With a Mod Choke
Slugs are a special type of shell for shotguns. Standard shotgun shells contain pellets that vary in size from small BBs up to several .38-caliber balls. A slug is a single piece of lead. A normal 12-gauge slug weighs 1 oz. Slugs come in various weights, and consideration must be given to the most e
Oklahoma Deer Hunting
Deer hunting is a passion for many people and in Oklahoma there is no shortage of good deer hunting. Oklahoma has a variety of species of deer and all hunting of those deer is regulated by the Oklahoma Wildlife Department (OWD). Understanding and abiding by the rules of the OWD will make your deer h
Duck Hunting in Rockport, Texas
Located in southeastern Texas' Aransas County on the Gulf of Mexico, the city of Rockport resides in the South Duck Zone, one of three statewide duck hunting zones in designated by the Texas Department of Parks and Wildlife.
How to Treat Deer Skin
The age-old skill of tanning deer skin is a process that has been passed down from generation to generation since the beginning of mankind. There are many methods to tanning a deer hide, however the approach we will discuss is a do-it-yourself version that many Native Americans are still using today
Gun Review: Ruger Old Model Blackhawk Single Action Revolver
The original old model Blackhawk is one of Ruger's most popular and durable handguns. This single action revolver helped make Ruger a success.
Miles Gilbert/Wheeler Engineering Recoil Pad Fixture Review
This fixture or jig is good for custom-fitting recoil pads to rifle or shotgun stocks. Although mine says Miles Gilbert and it's now listed under Wheeler Engineering, it's the same thing (item 184528).
Rio Grande Turkey Hunting in Texas
Texas hunters are including the Rio Grande turkey in their bags with increasing frequency as careful management has increased this wildfowl's population. Hunters need a Texas hunting license plus an upland game bird stamp.
How to Make a Motion Goose Decoy
Hunters use a variety of tactics to help lure and attract game when hunting. Decoys are one popular method of attracting game birds such as geese. A variety of goose decoys are available such as a shell goose decoy. A shell decoy is a plastic form that is designed to imitate a life-size goose. Addin
What to do When Nothing is Happening During a Hunt
Very often, hunters go out and hunker in blinds or perch in trees and wait for something to happen. Sadly, much of the time it never does... but it's crucial to keep a positive outlook and remain confident.
Fishing With Luncheon Meat
Though luncheon meat has filled many sandwichs, it can also be used to entice fish to bite. Bacon grill luncheon meat works for fish bait because it is firm. Other types include chopped ham or pork meats and other soft luncheon meats. Size the meat to accommodate for the size of the fish. The meat's
How to Troll Live Bait
"Go deep" is often the battle cry of the angler fishing for bass, lake trout and other species in deep water lakes. Often times fish will suspend or feed at depths that require a method of fishing know as trolling. Trolling presents the bait to fish holding deep and can be highly productive. Trollin
How to Make Motion Deer Decoys
Deer decoys give the hunter an advantage during different phases of the rut and hunting season. Decoy manufacturers are producing life-like decoys, but nothing adds a sense of realism like movement. Adding motion to deer decoys can increase the effectiveness of the decoy by building confidence of ap
Places to Deer Hunt in North Carolina
Whitetail deer harvests in North Carolina are at an all-time high.whitetail buck image by Bruce MacQueen from Fotolia.comDeer populations in North Carolina are rising rapidly. The 2008-09 hunting season marked the fourth year in a row that the state set a new harvest record, with 176,297...