Alaska undoubtedly is the largest state in the United States, with over 93 559 paid hunting license holders. It offers an incredibly diverse habitat for hunting deer. Sitka black-tailed deer is the only native species of deer control in Alaska. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADFG) estimates that there are around 80 000 … Read more
With a growing and healthy deer population, Delaware has long hunting seasons to control the herd. In fact, the 2020-2021 season set a record for deer harvest with over 17,000 animals taken. To take advantage of these long seasons and join the ranks of successful hunters, it’s important to know the dates of the deer … Read more
Oklahoma is a state that’s serious about hunting. With over 500,000 paid hunting license holders, it has the 10th most hunters of any state in the nation, all the more impressive considering it’s 28th in terms of population. One of the reasons hunting is so popular in Oklahoma is the existence of extensive seasons as … Read more
Hunting season is always a time of anticipation for hunting enthusiasts. If you are preparing for the deer hunting season in Nevada, then we have got you covered. In this article, our goal is to give you all the information you need to ensure that you can legally get out there and have a fantastic … Read more
Hunting season in New York State is always a thrilling occasion for hunters all over the United States. With the Department of Environmental Conservation looking to reduce the number of deer on Long Island and other areas of the state, hunters are encouraged to get out there at the start of the season. If you … Read more
North Carolina is one of the top 10 hunting states with almost 700,000 paid license holders. And these hunters are serious about whitetail deer. It’s the most popular game animal with nearly 250,000 hunters spending an average of 15 days per season going after their quarry. If you want to harvest one of the more … Read more
Hunter success in Illinois has been increasing in recent years with more than one in every four permits resulting in a harvested deer. However, Illinois is also a complicated state when it comes to seasons, permits and regulations. Make sure you’re aware of the details. 2023 Season Dates Season Dates Details Archery October 1-November 17November … Read more
Which state has the most hunters in the US? Which state is the most visited huting state? These are the questions we’ll answer in this state by state round-up of hunter numbers in the US. Did you know there are expected to be about 15.8 million hunters reported in the US for 2021? Nearly all … Read more
Whitetail deer hunting is a favorite pastime in Michigan, not to mention an important source of food and method of natural conservation. In 2021, over half a million hunters participated in deer season for a total of 7.6 million days hunting. These hunters were particularly successful as well. Over half of them harvested a deer, … Read more
Recreational hunting is one of Americas greatest traditions. Hunter numbers were trending upwards since 2012 (pre-pandemic) and there are expected to be about 15.8 Million hunters recorded as paying for licences in 2021. After spending countless hours looking through different sources, we’ve completed a deep dive into all the information available on hunting in the … Read more
This isn’t as simple a question to answer as you might think. In fact, the actual figure, when you take illegal hunting into account, is impossible to determine. But we can get an accurate picture of the effect of pandemic years by using both US FWS licence sales apportionment data (2 years old) and current … Read more
Nebraska is a great state for deer hunting. Not only are there two species present, both whitetail and mule deer, but the flat, prairie terrain presents unique challenges that make the experience particularly rewarding. Thanks to competent management, Nebraska hunters have rated their state 3.8 on a five-point scale, and Nebraska received a B rating … Read more
Alabama is a popular state for whitetail deer hunting. For example, in the 2020-2021 season, a whopping 228,000 hunters harvested 273,000 deer. Nearly half a million Alabamans have hunting licenses, almost 10 percent of the population. If you’re looking to take part in one of Alabama’s most beloved pastimes, you probably have some questions about … Read more
Hunting is an activity that requires a keen eye. But what if your eyes need a little help? A good pair of binoculars is one of the tools that can give you a major advantage while hunting. These days hunting binoculars have gotten pretty advanced, though. With so many models with even more special features … Read more
We’ve all seen hunters on TV with blinds stocked with beer and flat screens. While that level of luxury might be over the top, that level of concealment can greatly improve your chances of success on the hunt. These are the five best elevated hunting blinds on the market in 2023. They’ll keep you high, … Read more
Turkey bowhunting is an often frustrating—but therefore all the more rewarding—sport. It takes patience, focus and, above all, attention to detail. One of those details is your broadheads. Luckily, the days of hunting with deer broadheads that miss, pass through or destroy your quarry beyond harvesting are long gone, and the market now features a … Read more
Still have a turkey tag or two come the last week of the season? Never fear, with the right tactics, you can go out and get a gobbler in the dense spring foliage. One of the most important things you should calibrate to the late season specifically is your decoy setup. Here are six of … Read more
Who doesn’t love sitting under a tree? But all day long? No matter how tough your backside is, you’re going to wish you had a chair. However, to minimize your chances of being spotted by a gobbler, you need a chair with features specific to turkey hunting. I’ve found 10 with a mix of these … Read more
So you want to bag your first turkey. Turkeys are some of the most popular game animals because they’re fun to hunt, but even if you’re already an experienced hunter, they have their own quirks that require specific knowledge and tactics. Before you trek out into the woods looking for gobblers, consider these seven turkey … Read more
Two of the most common species and frequently hunted are elk and mule deer. However, as closely related members of the deer family, it can sometimes be confusing which is which.