When I think about how long I’ve been hunting deer, it’s honestly a little embarrassing. The year was 1972, which means Richard Nixon was president, the average cost of a new home in the U.S. was ...

We chatted a while and said while deer hunting here, his wife contacted him to tell him that a big buck was standing right in his driveway in Savoy. After a chuckle, we parted and I continued up the ...

Al Raychard learned early that keen eyes and ears are essential in hunting, and that patience, observation and listening are virtues that make all the difference. Credit: Courtesy of Al Raychard It’s ...

I did one last sit on my wife’s family farm before hanging up the bow for the season. I saw several does but no bucks. I plan to try and shoot a couple does during late season to put some meat in the ...

I can see my dad’s gun. That old Remington .30-06, swinging from his side to his shoulder in pursuit of a deer bounding uphill through the trees. He looked through the scope and fired, and everyone – ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. There are times when that deer will be a bit smarter than you. But don’t be ...