April is probably my favorite time to scout for whitetails because the snow is close to gone, the weather is still cool, and the bugs aren’t bad, and I’m itching to get out there. This makes April one of the most productive months for scouting because you can get a […]
GumLeaf Field Welly Review After One Year of Rigorous Use
This GumLeaf Field Welly review is based on the rigorous use of these boots in the last year while I used them for my job as a wetland surveyor and throughout the hunting season. Because I’m often swimming through thick brush and thorns my job was an excellent way to […]
9 Top-Rated Rubber Hunting Boots Field-Tested and Reviewed
I basically live in rubber boots as a professional wetland scientist and outdoorsman living in the wet landscapes of Maine, thus having the best rubber boots is important. For this reason, I have put a lot of time into thinking about and trying different rubber boots. Over the years I’ve […]
High-Quality Deer Bedding Areas Explained
I define high-quality bedding areas as an area that provides excellent protection in the form of security from hunters and predators, so much so, that mature bucks feel safe and relaxed. However, in this definition, I include proximity and availability to does, food sources, and water. The more readily available […]
Maine Shed Hunting Tips – 30 Best Shed Hunting Tips For Mainers
Consistent shed hunting success in Maine has less to do with luck than you might think. These 30 shed hunting tips will enable you to get results by putting the odds in your favor in Maine. It might seem like shed hunting is like searching for needles in a haystack. […]
How To Scout Big Bucks In July | Scouting Summertime Whitetails
In this post, I explain how to scout deer in July. Hunting preparations in July can mean the difference between success and failure this fall. It’s important to understand whitetail movement throughout the year to be ahead of the game. Whitetails transition between summer and fall habitat. Knowing how to […]
How To Place Trail Cameras For Mature Bucks
Trail cameras are expensive, and if you’re like me you are trying to get the most out of each trail camera you own. Proper placement is necessary to do this, especially for mature bucks. There are two types of trail camera placement in my opinion, inventory placement and bedding area […]
Where To Find Pressured Bucks In High Hunting Pressure Areas
Understanding how hunting pressure shapes deer behavior, especially buck behavior has completely changed my approach to whitetail hunting. I used to get frustrated in heavily hunted areas, but now I see the pressure as an opportunity. Figure Out The Hunting Pressure In Your Area Some states are hunted more heavily […]
15 Best Tips For Scouting Deer Using Google Earth [2024]
Scouting deer using Google Earth will save you countless time and effort by scouting properties more efficiently. Not to mention it can be done without even leaving your house! The tools and add-ons mentioned of Google Earth Pro combined with aerial imagery a very powerful deer scouting deer tool. You […]
25 Best Gifts For Backcountry Hunters [2024]
In this post, you’ll find 25 best gifts for backcountry hunters in 2024, sorted by price. Unlike other types of hunting, backcountry hunting requires more planning, navigation, and safety equipment to have a safe and enjoyable hunt. For this reason, many gifts in this post were selected based on these […]