Deer Hunting

News and stories about deer hunting tips and resources on how to become a better hunter.

  • What to wear while deer hunting and other gear to bring

    What to wear while deer hunting and other gear to bring

    When it comes to deer hunting, what you wear can make or break your deer hunting trip. This will not only affect your comfort and mobility, but it can also play a critical role in your success as a hunter. First and foremost, your hunting clothing should be designed to help you blend in with […]

  • The Milo Hanson Buck – Largest Typical Whitetail Buck

    The Milo Hanson Buck – Largest Typical Whitetail Buck

    Milo Hanson holds the world record for the largest typical whitetail deer ever taken by a hunter. This remarkable buck was harvested in November of 1993 in Biggar, Saskatchewan, Canada. Milo Hanson had been a hunter since a young age, and was familiar with the area he was hunting. He had been hunting the same […]

  • When Do Deer Shed Their Antlers

    When Do Deer Shed Their Antlers

    Lets take a look at when deer shed their antlers and why do they do it. Deer shed their antlers annually, typically in the late winter or early spring, however, some deer can shed as late as April. The exact timing of antler shedding varies depending on the species of deer, the age of the […]

  • Deer Harvest Numbers Per State

    Deer Harvest Numbers Per State

    Here are the 2021-2022 deer harvest numbers for each state: State 2021-2022 Total Alabama                        272,731 Alaska                          17,678 Arizona                          14,248 Arkansas                        181,064 California                          31,986 Colorado                          40,561 Connecticut                            8,971 Delaware                          15,383 Florida                          74,098 Georgia                        257,441 Idaho                          49,658 Illinois                        162,752 Indiana                        112,481 Iowa                        102,800 […]

  • Why Do Deer Blow And Snort?

    Why Do Deer Blow And Snort?

    One interesting behavior of deer that is not widely known is their ability to blow air or snort. This behavior is known as “blowing” and it serves an important purpose for the deer. Deer blow or snort to alert other deer in the area that there is a predator nearby or something is out of […]

  • How Deer Survive Harsh Cold Winter

    How Deer Survive Harsh Cold Winter

    Winter weather is brutal. It’s bitterly cold and icy. Once you add the wind, it gets down right frigid. When temperatures drop in the 20s and 30s, we are inside bundled up and warm. However, for deer, the story is a little bit different. How do do deer survive the cold harsh winter? Deer are […]

  • Abscesses & Infection In Deer [Photos]

    Abscesses & Infection In Deer [Photos]

    Deer, elk and other animals can have numerous lumps, tumors or abscesses for a variety of different reasons. Most of these are of no concern and the deer can be eaten as normal. However, some abscesses and lumps can contain bacteria or other infections that should not be eaten. How to know if a deer […]

  • Piebald Deer: Facts about these white spotted deer.

    Piebald Deer: Facts about these white spotted deer.

    A piebald deer is a deer with a coat of white and black or brown fur, similar to that of an American Paint Horse or pony. Some have a a few patches or discoloration while others have an all white coat of fur. The word “piebald” comes from the Old English pīa, meaning “magpie”, and […]

  • Missouri Monarch Buck – World Record Non-Typical Whitetail Buck

    Missouri Monarch Buck – World Record Non-Typical Whitetail Buck

    The Missouri Monarch whitetail buck is one of the most impressive and legendary white tailed deer to ever live. With 44 points and a score of 333 7/8 inches, the Missouri Monarch is the current world record holder for non-typical white tailed buck. That’s a huge accomplishment! Before the Missouri Monarch, the previous world record […]

  • Ohio Buck With Antler In Eye Gets Killed

    Ohio Buck With Antler In Eye Gets Killed

    It took Dave Stuckey four years, but he finally shot and killed a monster whitetail that he’d been watching. The buck had a 9″ drop tine and a 2″ antler growing out of his eye. Stuckey found the bucks sheds in 2018 with a 187″ spread, but never saw him again until 2020. It’s amazing […]