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Whitetail

Mobility Creates the Element of Surprise

Mobile hunting is a winning strategy on both public and private land.

Bill Winke

Deer Antlers 101

The ins and outs of the bone we all chase.

C.J. Winand

Friend or Foe: Impact of Weather on Deer Hunting

Whether it's wind, rain, or an incoming cold front, successful bowhunters are always aware of

Eyad H. Yehyawi

Jinx: Arrowing a Longtime Target Buck

The only way to overcome a whitetail buck with this moniker is to keep after him.

Brian Rusk

Giant Connecticut Buck Presents Unusual Situation

From a state not known for huge whitetail bucks comes a big one!

Pat Lefemine

Antlers: The Process from Start to Finish

There's more going on with a buck's antlers than most hunters realize.

Wayne Muth

Big Game

Shiras Moose: Once in a Lifetime!

A 25-year wait makes a shiras moose hunt super sweet.

Jeff Stonehouse

Elk: A Trophy By Any Measure

Meat and memories matter far more than antler inches.

Aron Snyder

Hardcore Rock Climber Develops Elk Obsession

After saving up for his first bow, the author was rewarded with quite the memory — a giant 7x6

Michael Rowley

Lucky No. 29: An Archery Super Slam Finale

Persistence pays off as the author completes a 20-year journey by tagging a barren ground

Tom Edgington

One More Bull: Cherishing Another Elk Season

Hunt hard — your next elk hunt could be your last.

Ron Niziolek

Attacking the Heart of Elk Season

As we reach the middle of September, a few simple adjustments might be all you need to finally

Zach Bowhay

Turkeys

Tackling Troublesome Toms

Adaptability is key to turkey-hunting success when conditions are less than ideal.

Clint Casper

A Turkey Grand Slam in a Single Spring

Taking all four wild turkey subspecies in one season is a true bowhunting feat.

Jace Bauserman

Turkey Calling: When to Use Each Sound

Bowhunting gobblers isn't easy, but knowing which turkey call to use will be a major help.

Clint Casper

Talking Turkeys: 6 Ways to Fill More Tags

Bowhunting gobblers is difficult, but there's not much that's more satisfying when your plan

Danny Farris

Spring Thunder: 15 Must-Have Turkey Products

Position yourself for turkey-season success with today's top gear and accessories.

Brian K. Strickland

Budget Birds: Turkey Hunting on the Cheap

A lack of funding shouldn't stop you from chasing gobblers. Try this proven plan!

Lane Farris

Bowfishing

Hunting Season Isn't Closed for Summer

You don't have to look too hard, or spend a lot of money, to have fun afield with friends and

Fred Eichler

Bowfishing's Bucket List: 7 Must-Have Experiences

If you live to be on the water, put these sensational bowfishing destinations on your to-do

Mark Demko

Bowfishing for Marlin in Mexico

As you might expect, marlin present a completely unique set of bowfishing challenges.

Fred Eichler

Bowfishing in the Shadows of Downtown Pittsburgh

Some of the East Coast's best bowfishing is located in western Pennsylvania.

Christian Berg

Flying Fish on the Illinois River

Curt Wells teams up with Muzzy Bowfishing to arrow the Illinois River's Asian Carp.

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Other Game

A Successful Coues Deer Quest

Countless hours afield, an understanding wife, and a bit of good fortune result in two big

Jim Willems

Don't Be Afraid to Think Small in the Fall

While big bucks are usually the focus this time of year, sometimes you just can't help

Fred Eichler

Why We Have More Wild Pigs

Managing prolific wild hog populations is a complicated and difficult task.

Dr. Dave Samuel

Battling the Mind Games of Bowhunting

No matter how experienced or well-traveled we are, there are always mind games to deal with.

Pedro Ampuero

Hunting Season Isn't Closed for Summer

You don't have to look too hard, or spend a lot of money, to have fun afield with friends and

Fred Eichler

Aoudad: The Poor Man's Sheep

If you want to bowhunt sheep but your wallet can't handle it, you might give aoudad a try.

Aron Snyder

How-To

How to Set Up a Hunting Property

A 15-step plan to a great hunting property layout.

Josh Honeycutt

Let Bowhunting Miscues Drive You Forward

Misses and mistakes are bound to happen, and at times you must be willing to laugh them off.

Fred Eichler

Advanced Planning: How to Gear Up for Elk

A well-thought-out gear kit can be crucial to your success.

Zach Bowhay

9 Top Pre-Season Shooting Tips

Practice these now so you're ready when the shot really counts.

Bill Winke

Easily Silence Your Mobile Hunting Gear

Take a big step toward fall success with these simple, inexpensive ways to keep your hunting

Alex Gyllstrom

5 Mishaps That Can Ruin Bowhunting Success

Mistakes are going to happen in the field, but avoiding the common ones should always be on

Joe Bell

Stories

Baseball & Bowhunting with Ben McDonald

When the calendar flips to September, the Orioles' first overall draft pick in 1989 has only

Drew Pellman

Moosie: The Hunt Where Everything Went Right

It's funny that I didn't recognize a whitetail buck of this caliber at first glance.

Ken Cottrell

Friend or Foe: Impact of Weather on Deer Hunting

Whether it's wind, rain, or an incoming cold front, successful bowhunters are always aware of

Eyad H. Yehyawi

The Draw: Embracing Every Part of Bowhunting

The pull toward traditional hunting leads to a big buck and something much more.

David Miller

Memorable Hunt with an Even Better Encounter

A great Virginia buck was secondary to meeting Jim Crumley, inventor of Trebark camouflage.

Fred Eichler

Jinx: Arrowing a Longtime Target Buck

The only way to overcome a whitetail buck with this moniker is to keep after him.

Brian Rusk

Podcasts

New BOWHUNTING Radio Episode: Bear Archery 2013

Bear Archery recently unveiled five new bows in its 2013 lineup. In the latest episode of

Christian Berg

Bowhunting Radio: How Muzzy and Rage Became Broadhead Brothers

 The bowhunting community got some big news recently when Feradyne Outdoors, the parent

Christian Berg

Bowhunting Radio: Elite Company With Elite Archery

In this episode of Petersen's Bowhunting Radio, Elite Archery President Pete Crawford

Christian Berg

RADIO: Gary LeVox Is Living the Country Dream

Rascal Flatts singer Gary LeVox says he enjoys bowhunting even more than country music

Christian Berg

Bowhunting Radio: Spring Seeding for Food Plots

In this latest installment of Petersen's Bowhunting Radio, Whitetail management guru Dr.

Christian Berg

Bowhunting Radio: Is Ozone A Secret Weapon For Bowhunters?

In this latest installment of Petersen's Bowhunting Radio, host and editor Christian Berg

Christian Berg

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