Behold, another way to skin a deer: a golf ball, a pickup truck, and some strategically placed rope. We take pride in gutting, skinning, and butchering our own deer, and like most hunters we have our tried and true methods of getting the job done. That’s not to say that we’re not always on the
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Is this the most ridiculous method of taking a feral hog ever? Feral hogs have become an extreme problem in parts of the south, especially Texas. These animals reproduce quickly and cause thousands of dollars of construction to farmer’s crops. They can also hurt native wild game populations by eating turkey eggs or even by
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When it’s less easy to get out and shop, a Sportsman’s Box subscription is not just a “next best thing.” It can be a game-changer. Several years back, when Sportsman’s Box brought the popular monthly subscription box model to hunters and anglers for the first time, they were pretty much ahead of their time. But
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Where would you take your reward if you win the exclusive Leupold and DECKED Giveaway? It’s a special thing when we get two of any sportsman’s favorite brands to co-sponsor a giveaway, but our newest sweepstakes takes the cake. We’ve never been so excited to offer a chance at winning a prize package like this
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Two hunters trying to film a hunt found themselves up a tree with a black bear cub who was just as surprised as they were. When black bears vie for territory, or especially food, they can be as aggressive as they are dangerous. Luckily for these two hunting companions, they were already up in the
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Dry firing any bow is a sure way to destroy it. There are a few things you certainly never do with any bow. Why is Hoyt dry firing bows 1,500 times? This dry firing torture test is downright cringeworthy. Watch the video below: The Hoyt Standard. The cringe-worthy behind-the-scenes look at the 1,500 dry-fire riser test that
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Yes, this venison skillet lasagna recipe is truly that simple. Who doesn’t love lasagna? The meat sauce alone makes me crave it, but adding in ground venison with some spices and ricotta cheese just makes an Italian masterpiece. The only problem most people have with making this is the time required to do it properly.
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Utah officials are encouraging people to take as many bullfrogs as possible. It is rare for wildlife officials to take on what amounts to an “anything goes” policy for any sort of hunting. The rare exceptions are with invasive animals like feral hogs or in the case of Utah, with bullfrogs. Yes, bullfrogs are considered
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Is a shotgun or a rifle better for your upcoming deer season? When it comes to firearms for deer hunting, it seems like rifles are king. However, there is a rich history of using shotguns during deer season too. Both kinds of firearms are more than capable of downing whitetails and mule deer consistently. Whole
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I’m 5 feet 2 inches, female, right-handed and left-eye dominant. Out-of-the-box firearms typically don’t fit me, and youth models have made poor substitutes. As if learning to shoot at a flying target, left handed, wasn’t difficult enough – throw in an ill-fitting gun and it becomes a recipe for frustration. I took up shooting and …
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