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Unveiling the Art of Shed Hunting: Patience, Timing, and Strategy

shed hunting

As the hunting season fades, many enthusiasts transition into another thrilling pursuit: shed hunting. The quest for finding antlers left behind by bucks is not just a hobby; it's a testament to patience, timing, and strategy. However, the endeavor often comes with its fair share of frustrations, as eager hunters may start too early, only to come up empty-handed. But fear not; success in shed hunting lies in understanding when, why, and where to look.

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Easy & Tasty Venison Snack Stick Recipe

Venison Snack

"There are numerous ways to process venison, but one method that’s a hit with just about everyone—kids and supposed venison-haters included—are deer sticks. Of course, every self-processing hunter, meat locker, and game processor has their own favorite recipes… Here’s one that I produce in my own kitchen that’s easy, minimizes mess, and yields tasty results. " -Aaron Ambur

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Frost Seeding For Better Food Plots

Jason Say Frost seeding

ScentLok ambassador, Jason Say, enjoys teaching other hunters how to manage their land more effectively to foster trophy growth. Based in Pennsylvania, he consults with clients in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Kentucky, New York, Maryland, Connecticut, Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia.

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Hidden Gems: The Rewards and Strategies of Shed Hunting

shed antlers

Shed hunting, searching for discarded antlers, has gained popularity among hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. Beyond being a thrilling off-season activity, shed hunting offers many benefits, from providing insights into the local deer population to serving as a valuable scouting tool. Yet, there are still a few insights into shed hunting that hunters should consider before going on their treasure hunt.

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Nurturing Your Winter Deer Herd: The Crucial Role of Food and Supplements

pouring deer food

As winter blankets the landscape, deer enthusiasts and hunters alike turn their attention to the well-being of whitetail deer herds during the colder months. This time of year was once a period for hunters to become bored and often fall victim to a strong case of cabin fever. However, in recent years, hunters have gained respect for the winter months and witnessed their off-season results of taking the time to care for the wildlife pay off

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Late Season Buck Hunting Strategies

Randy Birdsong with buck

Late in the season, deer are primarily driven by the need for food to survive harsh winter conditions. Randy Birdsong, a seasoned hunter from Headhunters TV, emphasizes the importance of targeting food sources during this time. 

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Late-Season Deer Hunting with Terry Drury

Terry Drury in ScentLok

While recently visiting with Terry Drury of Drury Outdoors to talk late-season deer hunting tactics, I had to ask about his giant 216” Missouri monster. If you haven’t already watched the sneak peek on Drury’s Deer Cast or their YouTube channel, you must see this massive buck, Terry’s largest buck to date

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